WV Urban Programming Coordinator Job in Kenya

Urban Programming Coordinator 

Country:     Kenya
Location:     Nairobi
Closing Date:     July 17 2012

Description:     Key Outputs / Responsibilities

• Assess current WV Kenya urban and external programs in Kenya and identify areas for growth, partnership and development
• Analyze urban trends, monitor intergovernmental groups, UN organizations and NGOs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of urban programming.
• Network, build and broker partnerships in international donor circles and research institutions to support WV field work and keep abreast of political developments nationally and in the region
• Ensure the continuous exchange of information on achievements and best practice including via an Urban Learning Network and Events
• Develop field urban capacity by establishing and coordinating an Urban Site of Learning in Kenya in consultation with the region and the Urban CoE.
• Develop evidence based urban resource materials to enhance program quality and effectiveness in Kenya.
• Collaborate with sectoral and ministry teams to prioritise urban poverty
• Collaborate with marketing to develop new funding models suitable for urban contexts and support the National Office to target multi-lateral and grant funding sources.
• Provide strategic advice to Kenya to develop their urban strategy and adequate representation of the urban context in the current WVK Strategy.
• Explore and adapt new organizational processes to respond to the urban environment

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience:

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

• Educational level required:   Bachelor’s degree in any of the following areas: urban studies, political, economic, social or philosophical sciences, preferably in combination with international relations.
• A master’s degree is preferable.
• Experience:  A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in urban programming and management issues, of which preferably at least three in INGOs.
• Strong networker with contacts in Kenyan, donor circles and political knowledge
• Sound understanding of urban theories, practice and programming.
• Good analytical, research and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to plan and deliver work programs to agreed deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective relationships in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender. 

Job details:

http://www.wvafrica.org/download/filedownload.php?file=kenya_jobs/Urban_Programming_Coordinator.pdf

How to Apply     

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, one of whom must be a church leader/priest/pastor, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than July 17th, 2012.

Director
People and Culture
World Vision Kenya
P.O. Box 50816 - 00200 Nairobi, Kenya
Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org

Please indicate clearly on the envelope or on the subject line “Commodity Officer”. (Only short-listed candidates will be contacted).