Urban Programming Coordinator
Country:
Kenya
Location: Nairobi
Closing Date: July 17 2012
Description: Key Outputs / Responsibilities
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:
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).
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).