MSI Citizen Participation Advisor, Local Governance and Decentralization Project Job in Nairobi Kenya

Citizen Participation Advisor, Local Governance and Decentralization Project

Kenya
Project / Proposal Summary:
 

MSI is looking for a Citizen Participation Advisor for an upcoming United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funded devolution program focused on the new county level of government in Kenya.

Position Summary:
 

This full-time, multi-year position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with required in-country travel to target locations.

The selected Citizen Participation Advisor will report to the Chief of Party and be responsible for supervising the delivery of technical assistance and training in citizen participation to community members in the newly created county level governments.

* Kenyan candidates are encouraged to apply *

Responsibilities:

• Assist with start-up and initial work planning;
• Supervise and assist with technical implementation as capable;
• Build capacity of project staff to more efficiently carry out their work;
• Develop appropriate training materials as needed

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, on donor-funded activities in Kenya is desired. USAID experience is a plus;
• Knowledge of Kenyan citizen participation practices in one or more of the following areas: citizen participation in local government; community engagement; participatory planning; social auditing;
• Proven ability to manage a diverse staff in multiple locations and foster teamwork;
• Advanced degree in international development, public administration, economics, political science or another relevant field preferred;
• Ability to travel within Kenya;
• Must be fluent in English.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. 

No phone calls, please.

For more information and to apply, please visit: www.msiworldwide.com/careers