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Concern Worldwide Consortium Director Jobs in Kenya
ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership, management and clear strategic direction of the consortium;
Manage, supervise and support all staff employed in the Consortium Management Unit (CMU) and ensure that the team fulfil their responsibilities; Coordinate and supervise the recruitment of the CMU;
Lead the development and maintenance of a coherent consortium strategy and strong partnership ethos;
Protect and promote the vision, mission and interests of Concern Worldwide and the consortium with external audiences, representing the consortium with donor(s) and government authorities, and relevant stakeholders;
Establish, maintain and coordinate successful relationships with numerous stakeholders and actors (UN, NGOs) intervening in a similar sector;
Provide regular and open/transparent communication between consortium partners through secretariat support to the consortium steering committee;
Oversee efficient use of resources and achievement of results;
Ensuring members are fully abreast, committed to and engaged with the agreed processes and governance and objectives of the consortium;
Provide technical leadership for program activities including conceptualizing, designing, implementing and monitoring innovative, cutting-edge programming activities creating opportunities for experience sharing and learning to support the achievement of outcomes and impact;
Lead the drafting and dissemination of position papers, statements, reports and releases on the consortium’s engagements including formal presentations, engaging key stakeholders;
Identify opportunities for increased impact/ added value of consortium approach, influencing sectoral actors based on evidence and generating additional funding sources to expand the potential of the programme;
Conduct regular programme visits to ensure the Consortium Members have a thorough understanding of all aspects of the programmes to ensure accurate representation of the Consortium;
Represent the consortium with the donor and negotiate on behalf of the consortium on any contractual or obligatory issues;
Ensure consortium members are delivering quality and harmonised programming aligned with agreed timelines and
objectives and ensure members implement accountability activities agreed by Consortium members and tracking progress against the consortium accountability framework
Lead Programme Steering Committee and Programme Management Committee meetings.
Qualifications
Appropriate qualification at Master’s degree level in development related field.
A background in resilience/cash based programming experience, working in Somalia context is a distinct advantage.
Proven experience (at least 5 years) in senior programme management and leadership positions working in international development.
Experience acting in a technical leadership role within the resilience/cash sector.
Experience of working with major international donors, particularly ECHO and DFID.
Strong influencing, analytical, interpersonal, communication and organisation skills.
Strong coordination skills specifically with the ability to effectively coordinate among consortium members.
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with senior representatives of donor, INGO and Government structures and to represent the consortium at national or international level.
Strong experience of financial management and donor compliance processes.
Experience in the design and use of monitoring and evaluation systems.
At least 6 years’ experience working in or managing consortium structures.
Required Competencies: Managing yourself; Leadership; Communication & working with Others; Delivering Results; Creativity & Innovation; Influence, Advocacy, Networking; Change.
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 3rd January, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; Concern Worldwide Consortium Director Jobs in Kenya
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