Role Purpose:
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the strong and effective co-ordination of the team and provide a crucial link between each pillar of the MDI as well as acting as the principal administrative liaison with our supportive functions.
In addition to co-ordinating the team, the Project Officer will be responsible for consolidating and communicating knowledge and new learning both internally within Save the Children and externally, contributing to building Save the Children’s profile on migration and displacement with key donors and influencers and enabling us to amplify the voices of children.
In order to be successful, you will bring/have:
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential
Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in an international environment
Highly organised and excellent administrative skills
Demonstrable skills of effective project organisation or management
Competent in use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and SharePoint sites etc.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent time-management skills
Ability to effectively prioritise multiple tasks in a constantly changing environment
Detail-oriented
Ability to work autonomously when needed
Strong interpersonal and cultural awareness skills,
Ability to work collaboratively and develop productive relationships across a wide range of stakeholders in a diverse, international environment
Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communications skills
A passion for creative and effective communications
Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Save the Children
Desirable
Proficiency in language other than English
Experience working for international NGO including developing country experience
Experience conducting research in developing countries
Experience with communication management and document/web-page design a plus.
Apply via :
kenya.savethechildren.net
