CRS Policy Specialist - STAWI Jobs in Kenya
CRS Policy Specialist - STAWI Jobs in Kenya
About CRS Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding.
CRS has worked in Kenya since 1965. Over the years, CRS’ focus shifted from direct relief and food distributions to a comprehensive development program that works with partners and enhances local capacity. CRS Kenya development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding.
Sustainable, Transformative, Accessible, WASH Innovations (STAWI) Project:
Sustainable, Transformational and Accessible Water Interventions (STAWI) project aims to strengthen resilience and expand economic opportunities in targeted northern and southeastern counties through management of water resources, expansion of sustainable water services, and improved use of water within agriculture and livestock market systems.
The goal of the project is to 1) Improve governance of water resources and services, 2) increase sustainability of water service delivery, 3) Improve management, efficiency and equitable access to water used for productive purposes and 4) Improve collaboration and learning across stakeholders and strengthen the capacity of county governments for learning and adaptation.
Job Summary:
As Policy Specialist you will be responsible for the development and implementation of Policy and Governance Strategy. You will support the development of the necessary legislation & policy framework and steer policy dialogue that stimulates enabling environment & investments for expanding water services.
You will directly work with the county government, WASH institutions and Private Sector partners towards a strengthened governance in the sector. Your management and technical knowledge must ensure the delivery of high-quality programming.
Roles and Key Responsibilities:
Support WASH policies development and operationalization towards sustainable management of WASH services
Conduct stakeholder assessment and support strengthening WASH stakeholder coordination in target counties and national level
Support policy dialogue initiatives to enhance participation of stakeholders and communities in planning and prioritization of WASH investments in target counties.
Provide technical leadership towards improved governance and capacity building of WASH institutions for WASH service delivery
Support the county government and WASH institutions to improve regulatory compliance on service provision and resource management
Participate in WASH networks, meetings, and selected working
groups as appropriate to represent the project and ensure collaboration and visibility
Working with MEL, help define targets with national and county governments as well as water stakeholders, implement data collection systems with partners and monitor progress towards development and business objectives to inform policy development
Basic Qualifications
Master’s degree in a relevant discipline; Environmental science, water/civil engineering required, economics, governance or development studies;
Relevant professional qualifications an added advantage
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in water sector in Kenya and understanding water sector policy environment
Demonstrated experience of successful management, including management of functions of complex, multi-activity projects.
Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.
Experience engaging partners and strengthening partnerships.
Experience of working in the Kenyan ASAL context.
Personal Skills
Strong relationship management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally. Strategic in how you approach each relationship.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Strong communications and presentation skills.
Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented.
Capable of working in a dynamic, results oriented environment; ability to multi-task across various work streams/priorities.
Team player with a positive attitude who can work independently while also being highly collaborative and open. Capable of building relationships and influencing the opinions of others.
Demonstrated commitment to respect, equity, diversity and inclusion including gender equality.
Required/Desired Foreign Language: English
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
• Integrity.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation.
• Builds Relationships.
• Develops Talent.
• Strategic Mindset.
• Accountability & Stewardship.
Leadership and Management Competencies
Communicates strategically under pressure.
Manages stress and complexity.
Actively promotes safety and security.
Manages and implements high-quality program activities.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; CRS Policy Specialist - STAWI Jobs in Kenya
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