Details:
FIDA/DED/05/2018
Reports to the Executive Director
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the guidance of Executive Director, manage and ensure the formulation and successful implementation of FIDA Kenya programmes.
Provide leadership, motivation, mentorship and productivity within the programs.
Contribute to the development of programs and appropriate work plans and activities to be implemented.
Providing technical support to programs and project officers in managing grants portfolio, analysis and information.
Assist in developing and periodically reviewing resource mobilization strategies.
Review and submitted funding concepts and proposals from the Finance department in consultation with the Executive Director.
Ensure the development of quality proposals and submission of donor reports.
Representing FIDA Kenya in external donors’ forums and partner activities.
Coordinate the running of the three offices in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu.
Assist the Executive Director to build and sustain effective partnerships with government, like minded organizations and other civil societies.
Assist the Executive Director in enhancing FIDA Kenya’s visibility.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate and over 7 years’ post admission experience, 3 of which should be in senior management. A Masters qualification will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring & evaluation and financial management skills.
Knowledge and experience in Human Rights, Gender & Women’s Rights Issues.
Experience in litigation.
Proven management capabilities with experience in a busy office.
Results oriented, creative and innovative.
Ability to manage professional staff with diverse skills.
Must be a good team player, self-motivated & self-driven.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Proficiency in computers, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
