Reporting to:
Programme Manager
Line Management
Project team (Officers/ Assistants) under the Protection & Education Programme
Based:
Nairobi 60%, Field 40% – frequent travel to Mandera County, as well as some travel to Wajir, Garissa, Kilifi and Marsabit Counties.
OVERALL PURPOSE
The Peacebuilding Advisor will be responsible for building the capacity of IRK staff to engage effectively in peacebuilding and conflict resolution activities, as well as lead on the project’s research component jointly with IRK’s academic partner institution. The Advisor will ensure the successful implementation of the peace building and conflict resolution project alongside the Project Coordinator to achieve peace building goals within the scope and parameters of the project.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The work to be accomplished shall consist of the following:
Programme Strategy, Quality & Growth
In collaboration with the Senior Management Team – Kenya, lead the design of an IRK peace building and conflict resolution strategy aligned with the Islamic Relief Country, Regional and Global strategies.
Provide leadership in the implementation of the IRK peace building and conflict resolution strategy; including development of annual business/action plans for the Programme.
Ensure compliance of the Programme with IR and donor rules, guidelines, and regulations.
Assist in program development for IRK by identifying additional technical needs in-country, contributing to the development of project proposals and reaching out to the international donor community and other potential partners in an effort to diversify IRK funding sources;
Technical Direction and Program Implementation
Serve as IRK’s senior Peace-building technical advisor in Kenya, providing strategic vision and technical advice to both IRK program staff and other stakeholders; while establishing/sustaining strong link with IR-HQ technical team
Provide overall program oversight, including management of consultants and other partners engaged to support the Programme.
Establish strong working relationships with the field staff to facilitate the completion of program tasks in a timely manner and within the allocated budget;
Prepare and manage the implementation of project work plans in fulfilment of the project’s strategic objectives and goals;
Take a lead role in analysis processes for the project, including in the analysis of information coming out of community engagement processes, reconciliation dialogues and project research initiatives.
With key program staff and stakeholders, ensure program’s strategic objectives and results are fully accomplished and meet expected technical quality standards and in line with IRK and donor policies and procedures
Ensure integration of the peace building interventions with other IRK programs.
Support strategic design processes including for community based conflict resolution mechanisms and tools
Peace Building and Conflict Sensitivity- Project Coordinator
Ensure Programe employs strategies for engaging youth and other marginalized communities in all interventions;
Capacity Building of the Programme staff
Lead and facilitate trainings and associated activities
Train project staff on peace building and conflict management
Build the capacity of IRK staff to engage effectively in peace building activities
Programme Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
Support the development and implementation of appropriate monitoring and evaluation methodologies for peace building
Oversee periodic technical reviews and manage any changes in project direction and focus
Oversee project’s monitoring and evaluation system, using data analysis as the basis for measuring performance.
Lead the drafting and submission of detailed quarterly and final reports;
Identify and ensure documentation of lessons learned
Serve as a resource for technical materials on peace building
Advocacy Representation and Networking:
In collaboration with the Programme Manager and Programme Coordinator, strengthen linkages with existing and potential partner agencies
Participate in all project strategic planning meetings and activities. Attend relevant inter-agency, sector coordination, and representational meetings as required in coordination with other key staff.
As requested, maintain and develop productive relationships and communication with key individuals in relevant government ministries and departments, faith-based institutions, partner organizations, international and local NGO community, and relevant donor representatives.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education, Qualification and Language
Master’s degree in the Social Sciences – International Development, Conflict Resolution, Reconciliation, Governance, Peace Studies, International Relations, or related field.
Proficiency in English (speaking, reading and writing) required
Computer proficiency in Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook
Essential Knowledge, skills and Experience
At least 7 years of experience in a relevant field; a technical background in peace building, conflict management is strongly favored
Proven leadership and inter-personal skills and an ability to build and motivate diverse and talented teams for a major project.
Peace Building and Conflict Sensitivity- Project Coordinator
Ability to represent IRK at high level coordination meetings with senior management, donors, local government, UN, and other international NGOs.
Demonstrated expertise in the political, economic, and social contexts in Kenya;
Deep knowledge of triggers of Conflicts and drivers of ethnic violence in Kenya
Excellent writing, analysis and strategic planning skills; including writing winning Concepts and proposals relating to peace and conflict.
Strong capacity building skills and proven ability to train on topics relating to peace, conflict, Co-existence etc.
Prior experience and excellent understanding of working in emergency settings or insecure environments
Strong leadership, management, project planning, monitoring and evaluation, analytical interpersonal and communication skills
Strong budget management and reporting, skills; and an ability to oversee multiple awards from a variety of donors
Strong written and oral communication skills, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment and effective in representation
Desirable Knowledge, skills and Experience
Experience of working in ASAL areas; Willingness and ability to travel approximately 40% of time, mostly to remote areas
Programmatic expertise on varied cross cutting themes: DRR, Gender, Disability, climate change, etc.
Experience of working with country team and providing support from a distance
Able to respond rapidly to changing environments and work under pressure
Sympathetic with aims, values & objectives of Islamic Relief
Compensation: A base salary (based on experience) plus other benefits such as insurance cover.
