Position: Programmes Manager – Katiba Institute
About
Katiba Institute: Katiba
Institute (KI) is a constitutional research, policy and litigation institute
established to help with the implementation of Kenya’s 2010 Constitution and
generally to assist develop a culture of constitutionalism in Kenya.
About
the Position: The
Programmes Manager will be part of Katiba Institute’s management team, working
within the overall framework of the Institute’s philosophy and vision, and its
strategic plan approved by the Directors and the Board, and under the
supervision of the Executive Director.
The
appointee will direct, supervise and coordinate the operations of the
organization, develop good practice, ensuring and improving the performance and
resource mobilization, productivity and efficiency of the Institute’s operations
and programme work and upholding its image as a highly technical,
quality-oriented institute through the provision of effective management of
people and programmes.
The
position requires an enthusiastic and dynamic individual with a critical mind,
a commitment to the aims of the Institute and a passion to help manage its
growth and maintain its strong reputation.
Key
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordination
and Supervision -
- Coordinate,
manage and monitor the workings of various programmes of the
Institute.
Resource Mobilization and Donor Liaison –
- Develop
and manage resource mobilization strategy. Identify and liaise with
donors.
- Ensure
timely and accurate reporting to donors.
Best Practices -
- Improve
processes and policies in support of the Institute’s goals.
- Formulate
and implement departmental and institutional policies and procedures to
maximize output.
- Monitor
adherence to rules, regulations and procedures.
- Ensure
job satisfaction of all staff.
Human Resources –
- Supervise
staff.
- Coordinate
recruitment of staff.
- Establish
and monitor work schedules.
- Manage
and monitor quality and quantity of employee productivity.
- Evaluate
performance.
Communication and PR –
- Facilitate
effective coordination and communication between programmes and between
the Institute and its partners.
- Follow
up contacts with sponsors, media & public.
- Look
after PR of organization, including regular updates of the organization’s
website, production and sending out of Annual Reports, Institute’s
technical reports, publications and newsletter.
- Coordinate
and manage the Institute’s events.
Financial –
- Plan
effective strategies for the financial well-being of the organization.
- Ensure
financial reporting compliance and that audit arrangements are in
place.
- Oversee
effective financial control.
Legal -
- Ensure
legal and regulatory compliance including monitoring for regulatory
changes and implementing change as required.
Strategic Input -
- Work
with top management.
- Assist
in the development of strategic plans for operational activity. Implement
and manage operational and work plans.
Provide cover for top management staff during their
absence.
Qualifications
- This
is a position which requires exceptional interpersonal communication,
management skills and personal flexibility, in addition to general passion
for integrity and good governance.
- Prior
knowledge of law and the constitution is not required, though we would
expect a successful candidate to have willingness to develop functional
knowledge about the constitution.
- The
appointee is expected to develop an understanding of the Institute’s
objectives and to be committed to their fulfilment.
- Bachelor
or graduate degree in business administration, public administration,
operations management but other degree-holders with relevant experience
are also welcome to apply.
- Substantial
management experience preferably in a research, legal or human rights
institution and a proven track record of delivery in challenging
environments.
- Hands-on
team leader with great interpersonal skills, who is able to lead and
motivate the staff of all types.
- Pleasant
and self-confident personality, able to interact with the wide variety of
partners, associates and visitors with whom we engage.
- Flexible
and able to work under pressure.
Key Competencies
- Critical
thinking, planning & organization
- A
stickler for timelines and details
- Social
and emotional intelligence
- Exceptional
communication skills (writing, speaking etc)
- Knowledge
and experience in organizational effectiveness and operations
management
- Knowledge
of human resource principles and practices
- Knowledge
of financial and accounting principles and practices
- Information
technology skills
- Social justice, human rights and change commitment
Submitting Application
Please email a cover letter, curriculum vitae and names and contacts of three referees to: careers@katibainstitute.org
The Application must reach us by latest 11p.m. on March 18, 2016
Please email a cover letter, curriculum vitae and names and contacts of three referees to: careers@katibainstitute.org
The Application must reach us by latest 11p.m. on March 18, 2016