Center for Victims of Torture Jobs in Kenya

Center for Victims of Torture Field Coordinator Jobs in Kenya

Location– Kakuma


Organization: The Center for Victims of Torture works toward a future in which torture ceases to exist and its victims have hope for a new life.

We are an international nonprofit dedicated to healing survivors of torture.

We provide direct care for those who have been tortured, train partners around the world who can prevent and treat torture, and advocate for human rights and an end to torture.

We are headquartered in Minnesota with offices in Africa and the Middle East. In Kenya we have offices and clinics in Nairobi and Dadaab.

Required Qualifications and Experience

A Bachelor’ degree in international development, Social sciences / Humanities / business administration, human resource or related area.

At least 5 years in field experience within a Humanitarian NGO/Agency in the same or similar position.

Experience of working and living in a harsh climate and security threat area.

Ability to work in an isolated and rapidly evolving humanitarian emergency setting that is lacking amenities.

Experience working in a refugee camp setting highly desirable.

Proven track record of experience in leading and managing successive programs in Kenya

Hands on experience in managing staff in informal locations and strong human resource management skills in general

Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing security measures.

Demonstrated ability to develop,

monitor and maintain logistics and procurement systems.

Excellent mobiliser who can forge positive alliance and collaboration with the community leaders, partners, and other stakeholders.

Effective verbal, written, presentation and listening communications skills including report writing.

Excellent financial management skills, including financial analysis, planning and prioritization.

Can multi-task effectively, with ability to meet strict deadlines.

Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment, with demonstrated success in problem-solving, collaboration and working with or, managing cross-cultural teams.

Experience working for an Organization with US funded grants, preferably BPRM/USAID or UN multilateral funders.

Knowledge of Psychology and Psychosocial concepts a plus.

Fluent in English and Swahili is highly desirable.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit CV and a cover letter indicating three professional referees and their contacts (both email and telephone) to cvtkenyajobs@gmail.com

The subject line of your application should be ‘Field Coordinator - Kakuma’

Closing Date: 10th August 2017

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