AfriCOG seeks to recruit a Programme Officer as detailed below;
Main Purpose of the Job
To provide project and administrative assistance to the Programme Manager in the direct implementation, management and coordination of the KPTJ programme activities.
Department: Programmes
Section: Programmes
Reporting to: Programmes Manager
Key Responsibilities
Lead in the development, implementation and reporting for the KPTJ programme and other assigned activities;
Monitor progress, results and outcomes and evaluate impact of KPTJ’s programme activities. Recommend remedial activities in instances of shortfalls;
Identify, develop and maintain strategic, policy and programme partnerships with a variety of stakeholders including CSO’s, funding partners, government departments and agencies among others for effective delivery and sustainability of the PIL programme;
Organise and coordinate KPTJ programme forums;
Organise and provide professional support as necessary to consultants, task forces, working groups etc., involved in the implementation of KPTJ programme and any other assigned AfriCOG work plans;
Document (including proper filing and back up of data) for KPTJ programme activities other assigned activities;
Develop timely reports for management and donor reporting
Undertake and support research and analysis under the direction of the Executive Director including; literature review, editing and review, sourcing and referencing;
Undertake media review to highlight areas of interest for AfriCOG and bring these to the attention of the Head of Programme;
Organizing and providing professional support necessary to consultants, task forces, working groups etc., which are involved in the implementation of Public Interest Litigation (PIL) work plans;
Assist and support the management team in planning and coordination of resource mobilisation activities including the preparation and submission of project proposals to existent and potential donors;
Participate in AfriCOG events and provide administrative support where required;
Attend meetings and take minutes;
Represent AfriCOG/KPTJ in relevant meetings, conferences, seminars, etc., as may be required;
Undertake such other programme development activities as may be requested from time to time;
QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree in Law, Economics, Political Science, International Development or equivalent from a recognized university;
Minimum five (5) years working experience in policy research and analysis, advocacy and programme management in the governance sector;
Demonstrable experience in policy analysis and research from inception to publication.
Sound knowledge and in-depth understanding of priority governance and anti-corruption policy and research issues, and advocacy campaigns in Kenya and the region
Demonstrable experience in programme management, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting;
KEY SKILLS
Strong research, writing and publication skills
Strong conceptual, analytical, documentation and presentation skills;
Excellent management, leadership, planning and organisational skills;
High degree of integrity, dependability and confidentiality
Good interpersonal and communication skills coupled with ability to influence, negotiate and advise
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
Ability to work in teams and inspire achievement of high quality results
High level of IT proficiency in use of MS Word, Excel, Access, Powerâ€point, Social media and eâ€
General eligibility
The post is open to Kenyan citizens. AfriCOG is an equal opportunity employer.
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