Job Location
Baringo , Bungoma , Busia , Eldoret , Elgeyo Marakwet , Embu , Karatina , Kericho , Kiambu , Kilifi , Kitengela , Laikipia , Lamu , Machakos , Migori , Mombasa , Nairobi , Narok
Job Brief Overview
Direct Action Relief, under the guidance and supervision of the Regional Coordinator, the job holder will be responsible for supporting implementation of Direct Action Relief-Kenya projects in the Uasin Gishu Regions in collaboration with partners and stakeholders in the region.
Specific Skills Needed
- Ability to multi-task, work within given deadlines/schedules and attention to detail
- Good analytical and organizational skills
- Good knowledge of Direct Action Relief and the environment in which it operates.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English and Kiswahili fluently
- Ability to productively interact with different stakeholders and citizens to advance Direct Action Relief work
- Good analytical and project administration skills
- Ability and experience to conceptualize, implement and evaluate governance and policy programmes
- A good appreciation of advocacy and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate, manage and promote Direct Action Relief programmes/projects in the Region
- Develop and implement strategies for community mobilization and empowerment to enable community groups to promote transparent and accountable institutions locally and nationally
- Ensure timely adherence to donor reporting requirements
- Ensure timely submission of project reports, both narrative and financial for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Liaise with the Regional coordinator in defining institutional and programmatic priorities and objectives advised by the regional dynamics
- Support effective implementation of the Direct Action Relief Strategic Plan by implementing plans for the region and reporting accordingly;
- Develop strategies in liaison with the Resource Mobilization coordinating team, for sustainable funding for the regional office and the organization; •
- Develop budgets, and monitor project expenditure for the regional office
- Petty cash management for the Regional Office.
Educational Requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the above disciplines will be an added advantage;
- At least 2 years of demonstrated experience in implementing NGOs projects and working directly with communities and government officials at county level;
- Computer literacy- Understanding of data entry, basic computer skills and knowledge of databases;
- Experience and ability to conceptualize, implement and evaluate programmes.
How to apply:
Candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] using the position as subject of email.
