Job Title: Resource Mobilization and Communication Program Officer
Hiring Organization: Vi
Agroforestry
Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Agroforestry
Job Type: Full
Time
Salary: KES
Date Posted: 04/28/2024
Purpose of the position:
Vi Agroforestry Kenya is recruiting Resource mobilisation &
Communications Program Officer. The position is responsible for improved and
increased resource mobilisation in Kenya country office, as well as enhanced
visibility of the organisation towards strategic partners, donors,
stakeholders, and general public.
The position involves scanning for opportunities, monitoring donor
strategies and priorities at the country level in order to anticipate calls for
proposals and identify bidding opportunities and leading the process of
developing concept notes and project proposals through to submission to target
donors. It also involves enhancing visibility of Vi Agroforestry to donors,
engaging and building relationship with donors. In addition, the position will
lead in building the capacity of country office staff and partner organization
on resource mobilization and communication. The role also serves to encourage
and support new innovations. We are seeking for an individual who has a passion
for making a difference in the lives of people especially the smallholder farming
community.
General Responsibilities:
- Promote and
support the interest of Vi Agroforestry
- Be committed to
and contribute to the fulfilment of the Vi Agroforestry strategy.
- Ensure and
promote rightsbased approach.
- Ensure adherence
to Vi Agroforestry policies, guidelines, operating procedures and
workplans.
- Ensure
compliance to donor requirements.
- Ensure high
quality in all operations.
- Be committed to
fighting corruption and fraud and always report when there is any
suspicion.
- Ensure that
gender is mainstreamed, and Gender Transformation is promoted in all our
operations.
- Keep abreast
with the development in your areas of responsibility.
- Liaise with
partner organisations researchers and other relevant stakeholders.
- Contribute to
effective cooperation among staff in the global organisation.
- Contribute to a
healthy work environment at the workplace.
- Support teamwork
and assist each other as needs arise.
- contribute to
the development and implementation of risk management plans, work plans
and budgets for the country office.
- Keep your
manager updated on opportunities and challenges as well as on the progress
of your assignments. Make sure to inform your manager well in advance if
you have difficulties meeting your deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
R1: Resource Mobilisation
- Responsible for
all resource mobilization activities in the country office.
- In collaboration
with Country Manager ensure compliance and implementation of policies,
guidelines and other steering documents relating to Resource Mobilization
- Expand donor
portfolio development in the country including providing and updating
donor mapping and funding opportunity cycle.
- Develop and
maintain active and quality working relationships with donors, strategic
partners, implementing partners and identify potential consortiums.
- Be responsible
for Vi Agroforestry’s visibility towards prioritized donors.
- Identify
potential partners through networking and work with them to develop
concepts in line with the organization’s strategic objectives and goal.
- Prepare,
present, analyze and evaluate grant concepts, applications and grant
agreements/award documents to ensure consistency with Organization goal
and strategic objectives.
- Strive to reach
the Resource Mobilization (RM) turnover target as set in the Resource
Mobilization Strategy and report the progress to the country manager as
scheduled.
- Take lead in and
coordinate project development preparation from concept ideation to full
proposal submission to donor and handover to implementation team; this
will include coordination of country office staff and partners in the
application process.
- Facilitate
capacity building for country staff as well as partner organization on
resource mobilization, proposal writing, strategic networking.
- Provide training
on donor guidelines and requirements for all staff – both during the
proposal development as well as to the implementing teams.
- Promote Vi
Agroforestry’s positioning, approaches, technical knowhow and skills
within the relevant networks with a view to developing consortium
frameworks.
R2: Communication
- Oversee quality
production of country office related communication materials as per
organization guidelines and manual.
- Prepare and
conduct communication needs assessment for the country office including
projects and programs and general organization communication.
- Integrate
communication and advocacy into project proposals and other initiatives.
- Be responsible
in Kenya Country office for communication material requests from Regional
Office and Head Office.
- Support in
postings on social media and website.
- Coordinate
incountry Country Office and partner campaigns and special events.
- Develop and
produce communication instruments and materials and manage dissemination.
- Promote and
disseminate organization advocacy materials for flagship initiatives,
publications and campaigns.
- Manage
relationships with the press in the country.
- Facilitate
knowledge and building and sharing by identifying and synthesizing best
practices and lessons learned directly linked to organization goal and
strategic objectives.
- Provide training
for staff and partners on communication as appropriate.
- Upon request
from the country manager, fulfil other tasks at the country
office/regional office or department level.
Education
- Bachelor’s
degree in a relevant field.
- Project
management training desirable
- Additional
relevant certification
Work Experience
- Must have at
least five (05) years post qualification experience on Grant Management
and Resource Mobilization and Communication in an NGO set up/development
or related field.
- Prior experience
in Environment, Climate change, and Agriculture Sectors are desirable.
Other Professional
Qualifications
- Knowledgeable on
grant management and compliance issues
- Demonstrable
track of resource mobilisation efforts
- Experience
working with big donors (EU, SIDA, DFID, USAID, DANIDA, Norad, Embassies
and others)
- Good knowledge
on common IT tools
- Understating of
the project management cycle.
- Strong network
and networking skills
- Exemplary
communication skills and experience with branding and visibility
- Knowledge of
social media strategies and best industry practices
- Graphic design
skills – working knowledge of graphic design and print best practices
(InDesign/photoshop)
- Proficient in
Microsoft Office, and content management systems
- Ability to
document case stories through writing, photography, and videography.
- Strong event
management skills to conceptualize, plan and execute an event
How To Apply
Apply by sending your CV and cover letter indicating your salary
expectation to: recruitment@viagroforestry.org with
subject heading “Resource
Mobilisation and Communication Program Officer – Kenya.”