World Vision Urban Programming Specialist Job

Job Title: Urban Programming Specialist

Country: Kenya

Location: Nairobi

Closing Date: February 25 2011

Purpose of the Job:

The Urban Programming Specialist will undertake high level networking, provide technical advice and secure effective partnerships in the East African region to ensure high quality, sustainable urban programming in selected National Offices in East Africa.

In consultation with the region, the Urban Centre of Expertise (CoE) and NOs, the Regional Urban Programming Specialist will:

• Assess current East Africa WV urban and external programs in the region 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 an Urban Centre of Learning in a National Office in consultation with the region and the Urban CoE.
• Develop evidence based urban resource materials to enhance program quality and effectiveness in the Africa region.
• Collaborate with sectoral and ministry teams to prioritise urban poverty
• Collaborate with marketing to develop new funding models suitable for urban contexts and support National Offices to target multi-lateral and grant funding sources.
• Provided strategic advice to select WV offices and Regions to develop their urban 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 at the international level.
• Strong networker with contacts in Kenyan and regional 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

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How to Apply

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than February 25, 2011.

People and Culture
World Vision East Africa Regional Office
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: wvaro_recruit@wvi.org

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Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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