Background: The
Organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and restoring wetlands for people and
nature.
We are driven by the knowledge that
safeguarding and restoring wetlands is urgent and vital for water security,
biodiversity, climate regulation, sustainable development and human
health.
See our website [www.wetlands.org]
for more information on the values, strategies and policies that guide our
work.
As from January 2016 together with other partners and with the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Organisation will engage in new 5 year Strategic Partnerships namely: WASHIT and Strategic Partners for Resilience (SFPR). The SPFR project will seek to promote Integrated Risk Management in 8 countries including Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia and South Sudan.
On the other hand the WASH-IT project
will seek to deliver improvements in WASH and water resources governance in 6
countries including Kenya and Uganda.
Both programs will focus on strengthening the capacities of civil society organisations (CSOs) to influence policy, practices and investments.
The Organisation will focus on
landscape level approaches, risk impacts of investments and policies and
promote ecosystem-based solutions.
The Country Program therefore seeks a Communications Officer to join our growing portfolio.
Under the guidance of the Programme
Manager, the Communication Officer will be responsible for ensuring the
effective communication of project activities in the Eastern Africa
Region.
Position Title: Communications Officer
Job Ref.: WIA121
Location: Kenya Country office, Nairobi
Projects: Strategic Partners for Resilience (SPFR) and
WASH-IT
Countries of coverage: Kenya,
Ethiopia, Uganda, South Sudan
Reporting to: Program
Manager, Kenya Office
Expected start date: 6 January 2016
Type of contract: Fixed term (5 years) with a probation period of 6
months
This position forms part of The Organisation’s Communications Team and entails supporting the staff members with their communication needs so as to add value, help achieve outcomes and showcase successes in a tangible and meaningful way.
Specifically this position will:
This position forms part of The Organisation’s Communications Team and entails supporting the staff members with their communication needs so as to add value, help achieve outcomes and showcase successes in a tangible and meaningful way.
Specifically this position will:
1.
Support communications planning in
projects, initiatives, and other The Organisation activities, especially
through advice on written (printed and electronic) communications related to
the work and outputs of projects and initiatives.
2.
Assist country offices in the region
to elaborate their annual national communications plans based on the projects
and to develop a regional communication plan and media strategy based on these
and within the framework of the The Organisation Communications Strategy
3.
Identify the communications needs of
the projects and initiatives and suggest appropriate communications tools
Coordinates with:
INSIDE The Organisation:
- Kenya Office Team; Headquarters and Regional
Team including Communications Manager
OUTSIDE The Organisation:
- Governmental representatives, partner
organisations, media
Responsibilities
- Develop communication materials in different
formats including press releases, advisories, factsheets, newsletters,
summary report, press/media kits, and news stories to inform media, key
partners, and the general public about projects and initiatives; results
and successes, and other achievements
- Advise staff on appropriate communication
strategies including providing advice on communications plans and media
outreach, presentations, roll-out campaigns and/or launching publications
and products.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing with staff and
partners providing a steady flow of news and stories for
website/publications, keeping them aware of communication initiatives
undertaken
- Use different social media platforms to create
dialogue around our work as well as other topical issues
- Assist with all communication efforts,
including the adaptation of style or format to ensure that messages
achieve maximum impact.
Selection Criteria
Education
1.
Minimum of a Degree in Journalism,
Media, Information Management/Science, Development Communication, or related
field. An additional qualification in the field of conservation or political
science would be an advantage
2.
Minimum 5 years communication
experience (preferably in the environmental sector)
Experience
- Sound knowledge of communication strategies,
knowledge management tools, and information technology
- Strong writing and reporting skills, with at
least two years of working experience in editing and writing material;
- An interest in and commitment to environmental
and conservation issues
- Proven knowledge of working effectively across
a range of media platforms
Competencies
- Management/coordination: Experience working
with multidisciplinary teams, particularly with international/regional
agencies
- Communication and outreach: Ability to
effectively present, discuss, convince and influence different levels and
target groups with tailored messages
- Networking: A good network and knowledge of
the media in the region; the ability to identify relevant partners and
maintain existing linkages
- Impact and results orientation: Proactive
approach within and outside the organization to generate concrete results
on an output level and to seek opportunities to transform output to
outcome and impact
- Social/team skills: Ability to work
effectively and smoothly across teams with intercultural sensitivity and
contribute to establishing commitment among group members
- Flexibility/innovation: Displays a continuous
learning attitude; stays abreast with changing approaches and
technologies; encourages others to come up with new ideas; actively
supports a continuous learning culture
- Computer and internet literacy: Experience
with word, excel, internet and Email packages, publishing software,
geographic information systems, and website management
- Language skills: Demonstrated ability to speak
and write professionally, fluently, and grammatically correct in English;
knowledge of other regional languages highly desirable
Position Title: Policy and Advocacy Officer
Job Ref.: WIA118
Location: Kenya
Country Office, Nairobi
Projects: Strategic Partners for Resilience (SPFR) and WASH
IT!
Countries of coverage: Kenya, South Sudan
Reporting to: Program Manager, Kenya Office
Expected start date: 6 January 2016
Type of contract: Fixed term (5 years) with a probation period of 6
months
The Programme Officer will work closely with other Program staff to ensure effective delivery of the results and objectives of Strategic Partnership projects.
The Programme Officer will work closely with other Program staff to ensure effective delivery of the results and objectives of Strategic Partnership projects.
The Policy and Advocacy Officer will be a member of the WIA and WIHQ policy and advocacy team.
Specifically this position will:
- Work closely with the The Organisation policy
and advocacy teams to support the development of advocacy strategies and
activities on priority issues and develop coordinated activities on
priority themes
- Provide research and analysis to key debates
and produce reports, briefing notes and materials on the policy
environment within Kenya and the region
- Lead advocacy efforts on specific advocacy
priorities, representing The Organisation Kenya to high profile policy
makers, practitioners, think tanks, academic partners, the media and the
public
- Jointly with partners, plan and coordinate all
policy and advocacy initiatives to ensure the program delivers effective
evidence base to influence policy
Coordinates with:
INSIDE The Organisation:
- Kenya and South Sudan Office Teams; Regional
Team including Communications Manager; Headquarters team including Policy
and Advocacy team
OUTSIDE The Organisation:
- Governmental representatives, partner
organisations, consultants
Responsibilities
- Assist the Program Manager and Country staff
by undertaking research and providing analyses of policy issues including
ecosystem based water resources management, ecosystem based DRR and
biodiversity
- Coordinate policy development providing advice
and technical assistance to pertinent staff to ensure consistency and
coherence
- Engages where appropriate, in advocacy
activities with different stakeholders including governments (national and
county), international bodies, civil society organisation (CSOs) in
emerging policy debates and dialogues
- Represent The Organisation at workshops,
briefings and pertinent meetings
- Plans, organizes and supports the delivery of
capacity development activities for staff and CSOs and support the
development of related materials, on-line tools and information kits
- Ensure the effective and successful planning,
budgeting, monitoring and management of advocacy work;
Selection Criteria
Education
- Advanced university degree in Environmental
Law/ Political Sciences with a bias in environmental sciences or natural
resources management, or related field
- At least 10 years of progressive working
experience in policy analysis, programming, advice and analysis and
capacity building
Experience
1.
Experience in policy analysis and
advice, strategic management and programme formulation and implementation
associated with ecosystem based water resources management, ecosystem based DRR
and biodiversity
2.
Experience in Kenya (and possibly the
Eastern African region) and a good understanding of the regional and country
policy landscape and key advocacy targets and processes governing IRM, WASH and
IWRM
3.
Experience in working with county
governments, national governments, intergovernmental bodies, private sector and
civil society bodies and processes at different levels;
Competencies
- Demonstrated capacity to strategically lead
and manage multidisciplinary teams and programs to achieve results
- Demonstrate project management skills
including development of work plans, project financial management,
monitoring and evaluation and effective reporting
- Good written and oral presentation skills and
ability to communicate to a variety of audiences;
- Excellent command of English
- Comprehensive computer skills, especially in
Word, Excel, Email, Internet packages
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Proven ability to work in teams in a
multi-cultural environment
Position Title: Project Manager - Protracted Crisis HoA
Job Ref.: WIA117
Location: Kenya Country Office, Nairobi
Projects: Protracted
Crises Horn of Africa (HoA) Project
Countries of coverage: South Sudan, Ethiopia
Reporting to: Program Manager - Kenya Office
Works closely with: Project Manager – HQ, Project Officer - South
Sudan, Program Coordinator - Ethiopia
Expected start date: ASAP
Type of contract: 1-year
contract with possible extension, with a probation period of 2 months
Overall Purpose of Job: The Project Manager will be responsible for the implementation of the Protracted Crisis HoA Project as directed by the Program Manager.
Overall Purpose of Job: The Project Manager will be responsible for the implementation of the Protracted Crisis HoA Project as directed by the Program Manager.
The Project Manager will be
responsible for the planning, management and implementation of the project.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Implement the SCRSE and South Sudan Projects
by developing annual work plans for the project and in-country activities,
in collaboration with the in-country project staff and relevant project
partners
- Provide technical guidance and technical
backstopping to and coaching of the project staff in Ethiopia and South
Sudan
- In collaboration with the project staff,
oversee the implementation of project activities undertaken in the 2
participating countries, including ecosystem assessments, establishment of
demonstration sites, delivery of training activities, operation of
regional workshops, development of awareness materials and activities
- Manage performance of all project staff in
Ethiopia and South Sudan, regularly monitor and report on their progress
- Manage the SCRSE and South Sudan Project
Finances according to the agreed Project Budget and in accordance with the
The Organisation Financial management system
- Monitor and regularly report on the progress
of the project against the annual plans of implementation and agreed
milestones for the project and in each country, identify urgent issues
that need urgent attention by management; implement remedial actions as
needed to ensure compliance with plan goals, timelines and budgets
- Maintain linkages with other projects and
identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration with other agencies,
organisations and donors
- Perform other tasks that may be assigned by
the Program Manager
- Be a The Organisation ambassador
Selection Criteria
Education
- Minimum of a Post graduate qualification in
Water Resources Management, Natural Resources Management, Environmental
Sciences/Management or related field
Work Experience
- At least 8 years of relevant project
management experience (at least 5 years’ experience in facilitation or
management of watershed and Integrated Water Resources Management projects
at national and regional level)
- Strong knowledge, qualifications and
experience in ecosystems mapping and assessments
- Demonstrated experience using GIS
Competencies
- Demonstrate project management skills
including development of work plans, project financial management,
monitoring and evaluation and effective reporting
- Good written and oral presentation skills and
ability to communicate to a variety of audiences;
- Excellent command of English
- Comprehensive computer skills, especially in
Word, Excel, Email and Internet packages
- Ability to prioritize and meet strict
deadlines
- Proven ability to work in teams in a
multi-cultural and in an international working environment
- Willingness to travel to Ethiopia and South
Sudan on a regular basis
Remuneration: Remuneration is commensurate with experience and
qualifications.
Position Title: Program Officer
Job Ref.: WIA116
Location: Kenya Country Office, Nairobi
Countries of coverage: Kenya,
Uganda, South Sudan, Ethiopia
Projects: Strategic Partnership for Resilience and WASH-IT!
Reporting to: Program
Manager
Expected start date: 6
January 2016
Type of contract: Fixed term (5 years) with a probation period of 6
months
Coordinates with:
Coordinates with:
INSIDE The Organisation:
- Office Teams in Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia and
South Sudan; Regional Team including Communications Manager; HQ team
including the water team
OUTSIDE The Organisation:
- Governmental representatives, partner
organisations, consultants
The Country Program therefore seeks a
Program Officer to join our growing portfolio.
The Programme Officer will work
closely with other Program staff to ensure effective delivery of the results
and objectives of Strategic Partnership projects in the Eastern Africa Region
under the guidance of the Program Manager.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Delivery strategic and operational work-plans
for the delivery of the Strategic Partnership Projects
- Contribute to timely implementation and
delivery of technical outputs of the Strategic Partnership projects,
ensuring high quality, relevance and technical accuracy in accordance with
project documents, annual work plans and procedures of The Organisation
- Ensure the Program/Project budgets are
utilised and monitored in accordance with all The Organisation internal
controls and donor agreements
- Lead on and ensure the collection, collation
and reporting of all project data and documents, including timely
submission of technical progress reports according to the agreed formats
and deadlines
- Maintain appropriate and effective
communications with all The Organisation staff and stakeholders
- Develop and implement strategies for learning
and knowledge generation from initiatives for sharing with the wider The
Organisation community
- Identify and establish relationships with
strategic partners necessary for Programme delivery and growth
- Identify needs and opportunities for Programme
development and work with the Programme Manager, technical officers and
other members of the team to develop new concept notes and mobilise
resources
- Carry out other relevant tasks assigned by,
and mutually agreed with the line manager
Selection Criteria
Education
- An advanced degree in Water Resources
Management, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science and
Management, Environmental Policy and Management and other related
disciplines
Experience
- At least 10 years’ experience in managing and
coordinating environmental policy and management projects
- Sound knowledge of integrated water resources
management issues including WASH, ecosystem based disaster risk reduction
(ECO-DRR), biodiversity and other related fields
- Experience working in policy and advocacy
related programs including familiarity with the national and country
water, wetlands, integrated risk management processes and associated
policies and laws
- Relevant and proven experience in project
management and administration
- Experience in organizing and facilitating
multi-stakeholder participatory processes and policy dialogues
- Good knowledge of the current policies and
practices related to wetlands, water and disaster management
- Experience of data collection on environmental
and water management issues in the field and from desk studies
- Working experience in the NGO sector
Competencies
- Ability to communicate the benefits of
sustainable ecosystems to stakeholders from different sectors
- Proven experience in fundraising and resource
mobilisation
- Ability to demonstrate project management
skills including development of work plans, project financial management,
monitoring and evaluation and effective reporting
- Good written and oral presentation skills and
ability to communicate to a variety of audiences
- Excellent command of the English language
- Comprehensive computer skills, especially in
Word, Excel, Email and Internet packages
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Proven ability to work in teams in a
multi-cultural environment
- Willingness to travel
Remuneration: Remuneration is commensurate with experience and
qualifications.
Method of Application
Method of Application
Applications should consist of a CV
and covering letter and be emailed to eastafricaposting@gmail.com no later than
5pm on 30th November 2015 clearly indicating the position title and vacancy
number. Interviews will be held during the week of 14th December 2015.
If you are not interested in this opportunity today, please refer any friend or colleague you know that might suit the required profile.
Please DO NOT apply if you do not meet the requirements of the position.
If you are not interested in this opportunity today, please refer any friend or colleague you know that might suit the required profile.
Please DO NOT apply if you do not meet the requirements of the position.
We regret that ONLY shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
Note: We do not charge any fees for receiving and reviewing applications or for interviews
Note: We do not charge any fees for receiving and reviewing applications or for interviews