Project Coordinators Jobs in Kenya - Jahwar Amber Fellowship Fund

Jahwar Amber Fellowship Fund (JAF) seeks to make religious freedom a social norm. Too often, consciousness is seen as a barrier of division. JAF believes pluralism can be a bridge of cooperation, strengthening our civil society and promoting the common good. 

Just as civil rights leaders and environmentalists built transformative movements in the 20th century, JAF believes that Unitarian Universalist leaders will build the movement for pluralist cooperation in the 21st century.

Since 2009, JAF has worked in Africa and with over 20 college and university campuses, training hundreds in the principles of secular leadership, and reaching millions through the media. We have worked with partners including the Secular Students Alliance, IHEU, Skepchics, the White House, Center for Inquiry and the Office of Her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan.

Jahwar Amber Unitarian Universalist Service Committee is seeking to recruit KENYAN NATIONALS for the following positions:

Project Coordinator

Based at Turkana Host Community and Dadaab Project 

2 Positions

The Project Coordinators; shall be responsible to and report directly to the Area Coordinator for the carrying out of his/her duties.

This is a senior professional position, which requires effective diplomacy plus critical, analytical, facilitative and communication skills as well as representational and management skills.

Guided by the JAF Humanitarian Strategy, the PC's functions and responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to, the following;

More specifically the duties and responsibilities shall include the following:

• Responsible for management of all issues relating to the project cycle in accordance with the project agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MOU), with related agencies and back donors.
• To be responsible for the supervision and training of those staff responsible to him/her in the proper conduct of their duties.
• Ensure adherence to the existing policy documents (and manuals)
• Closely work with and supervise the Sector Heads, and in collaboration with the Programme office in Nairobi in drawing up Proposals that represent the community needs.
• Responsible for the verification, review and submission to the AC of project level weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual detailed project implementation and monitoring reports that measure and indicate progress achievement in meeting set goals and objectives
• To ensure that project proposals, monitoring & evaluation activities, progress reports and other documentation relating to 'project cycle' matters are developed, finalized and submitted to the Area Coordinator within the relevant time frame.
• Conduct regular field visits to ensure close supervision, monitoring and coordination of activities and update the Area Coordinator.
• To participate in meetings and other official missions as a representative for the JAF Host Community Projects.
• To be a member of the Project Management Team and the Joint Management Team that meets quarterly.
• To be a participating member of the interview panel for the recruitment of staff.
• Any other duties as assigned by direct supervisor or person designated by him/her

Professional Qualifications

• A degree in Sociology, Social Work, Development Studies, Anthropology or a related social science discipline from a recognized university.
• A degree in a related discipline would also be considered.
• Proven academic or on-job training and understanding of the Project Cycle model in managing humanitarian assistance

Relevant Experience and skills

• At least three (3) years of progressive experience in development or humanitarian progamme management at senior management level. Experience gained within an international humanitarian NGO will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, facilitation and documentation experience with humanitarian programmes.
• Experience in proposals and report writing.
• Strong representation, negotiation and coordination experience and skills gained from working with UN organizations, national and international NGO's
• Leading and coordinating multi-sectoral activities within a humanitarian NGO.
• Practical experience of using the Project Cycle tool in the humanitarian sector.
• Working knowledge and experience of humanitarian principles, lawa and standards.
• Experience in Training of Trainers/Facilitation skills (TOT & TOF).
• Excellent computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, use of internet and email.

Personal attributes

• High level of integrity, commitment and professional responsibility.
• Strong inter-personal and team building skills
• Ability to tolerate cultural, educational and religious diversity in the work place.
• Excellent communication, organization and presentation skills.

Jahwar Amber Fellowship Fund is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

JAF is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies.

Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization's commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.

If you meet these requirements and are interested in applying, please request the application documents from hr@jauufc.net.tc, opportunities@jauufc.net.tc, info@jauufc.net.tc

The deadline for applications is 29 August 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

No phone calls or walk ins.

Applicants who have worked with JAF either as volunteers or submitted prior applications may apply to the above addresses without the need for forms. Only fresh applicants to JAF opportunities are required to submit system answers as provided in the questions as scheduled on user forms.

This position is open for Kenyan nationals only and the DUTY STATION will be Lokichogio.