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Oxfam’s
Kenya Programme is a complex programme that incorporates both rapid and slow
onset emergencies as well as longer term development and policy work.
Oxfam
Kenya applies a one programme approach which means it has multiple activities
that support a holistic approach to humanitarian, development and advocacy for
long lasting change in poverty reduction.
Oxfam in Kenya works in the north, principally in Turkana, Dadaab and Wajir, the Nairobi informal settlements and on national level advocacy and coordination issues in multi stakeholder fora.
To
this end, we are seeking to fill the following positions:
Project Officer - Echo Consortium (La Lanina 3)
Ref:
PROG
0009
Location: Nairobi
Contract: Fixed Term, 18
months;
National
Level D1 (Ksh 168,462.00 Gross)
Submission
Deadline: 10th
August 2012
Reporting
to the ASAL Coordinator, the post-holder will ensure proper communication of
consortium issues between the Program Management Unit (PMU) the Technical
Support Unit (TSU), and the project sites (Wajir and Turkana) as well as
develop partnership relations with implementing partners and ensure that the
project is implemented in a consultative, participative manner.
S/he will coordinate to ensure the development of project strategy, plans and service agreements between Oxfam, implementing partners and the donor within the overall program framework.
The
incumbent will encourage unique, innovative and experimental solutions to
complex problems using judgement to manage risks to the program success as well
as ensure that gender is fully taken into account in all aspects of the program
implementation.
The
Officer, will be expected to manage project learning processes, produce
relevant documentation as well as liaise effectively with other implementing
organisations and the Regional Pastoral Livelihoods Advocacy Project (REGLAP).
S/he
will support the partners and Oxfam staff in mainstreaming the project
components through humanitarian and developmental projects and programs as well
as act as a point person for Oxfam component of the project both internally and
externally.
To
be considered for this role, you will require a degree in Social Sciences or
other development related field, a proven record of designing, managing and
reporting on complex programmes across dispersed locations and various
implementing partners as well as an understanding and experience of working in
a Consortium and collaborating with the lead roles (i.e. Water lead) and as a
partner.
You
will be expected to have an understanding and experience of programming in
humanitarian and/or development sector and be familiar with community managed,
disaster risk reduction (CMDRR) and have experience in developing and managing
complex relationships and teams across a wide variety of actors.
Experience
in managing EC/ECHO funded proposals is desirable as well as an understanding
of research methodologies and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning,
Project Communications Officer, Echo Lanina
Ref: PROG 0010
Location: Nairobi
Contract:
Fixed
term, 18 months;
National
Level D2
Entry
Level Salary Ksh 121,468.00
Submission
Deadline: 10th August 2012
Reporting
to the national Campaigns Advisor, the project communication officer will be
responsible in consultation with the line manager for the development of a
communication plan for the consortium and ensure continuous communication &
feedback to communities/beneficiaries.
The
post holder will ensure the development of ECHO La Nina publications including
information summaries, annual reports, policy briefs, promotional materials as
well as act as the focal point for internal communications work for the
Consortium and work in tandem with the Kenya Communications Officer and the
Regional Media Officer.
S/he
will be expected to accompany journalists on programme visits where
appropriate.
The
incumbent of this position will be expected to develop the capacity of the ECHO
Consortium team in relation to media and communications.
The
post holder will constantly innovate and pioneer new tools for communicating
consortium work and the voices of the beneficiaries as well as support events
organization & coverage of ECHO Consortium and partner activities such as
campaigns, dissemination forums etc.
To be considered for this role you will have a degree in a relevant field (e.g. Communication, Journalism or Public relations) with proven experience of working in communications, public relations or media as well as demonstrable knowledge of humanitarian/development work and the ability to digest large amounts of complex information and produce clear, well written summaries.
You
will have excellent English writing skills and working knowledge of Swahili,
demonstrable ability to identify and write compelling human-interest stories as
well as an ability to present and package information in attractive, accessible
formats.
Tenacity,
drive for results and tactfulness are key for this role as well as the ability
to juggle large number of projects simultaneously, work to tight deadlines,
knowledge of Desk Top Publishing and Multimedia (video, photography and web
2.0)
Urban Coordinator
Ref
INT5603
Location:
Nairobi
Contract: Fixed term, 6 months
(short term cover for leave of absence);
National
Level C1 (Entry salary Ksh 272,382.00)
Submission
Deadline: 17th
August 2012
Covering
for a leave of absence, the post holder will provide leadership and direction
for the overall urban programme strategy implementation and is expected to
ensure the integration of long term development, advocacy as well as
humanitarian interventions within the program as well as cross learning between
the urban program and other country programs.
S/he
is expected to play a significant role supporting networking activities with
government, private sector, civil society and other special interest groups in
the formulation and development of urban poverty programme plans.
The
incumbent will be expected to work with partner organizations to develop
proposals and enable them to develop their humanitarian capacity in line with
Oxfam’s Humanitarian strategic direction.
The
post holder will ensure that donor reports and internal reports are of good
quality and submitted in a timely manner as well as provide line management to
the urban program team.
To
be considered for this role, you will be expected to possess a degree in
Program management, social sciences or other relevant area of study with
substantial experience of managing urban development programmes, long-term,
multiyear, multi-sector development programming.
You
will be required to have high-level strategic, analytical and conceptual
ability coupled with excellent communication & capacity building skills and
excellent knowledge and understanding of the causes of urban poverty and a
commitment to the poverty eradication.
You will have demonstrated experience of integrating gender and diversity into programme work, Community liaison and development skills with a proven record of financial management – including experience of proposal writing and donor reporting, budgeting.
An
understanding of livelihoods work, public health, and protection is essential.
A
more detailed job description and Person Specification can be found online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs
using Ref: INT5603
To
apply
If you believe you fit the profile, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post that you are applying for and including daytime telephone contact and two referees, preferably your current line managers to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk quoting the title and the reference number of the position you are applying for or apply online.
For
candidates responding to the Urban Coordinator position, you can also apply
online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs quoting the reference
number of the position.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization
Disclaimer
Oxfam
is an equal opportunity employer.
You
are not required to pay any fees to apply for jobs at Oxfam.
Oxfam
does not conduct recruitments through agents
