Frontier Counties Development Council Jobs

The Frontier Counties of of Lamu, Tana River, Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit,

Isiolo and Turkana are among the most marginalized in Kenya. Historical
marginalization resulted in glaring inequalities between these Counties and the rest of Kenya in the creation of essential infrastructure.

Further, the ongoing instability in
the region frustrates development efforts in the FCDC region and threatens national
and regional peace, society and economy. The endorsement of the Constitution of
Kenya 2010 and the Kenya Vision 2030 present excellent frameworks for devolved
governance, engage citizens, the civil society, the private and public sector in an integrated
and holistic socio-economic transformation process.

FCDC wants to enhance the benefits of the devolution process in their member counties by serving as a catalyst and trigger for sustainable development and prosperity in the FCDC region.

FCDC is now looking for a qualified Knowledge Management & Advocacy Officer to
strengthen the council and provide support for the production of information materials
and the organisation of briefings, workshops and events. His/her main task is to
make the right knowledge available to the right people at the right time. The KM & A
Officer will be accountable to the SFAL Coordinator.

Frontier Counties Development Council Knowledge Management and Advocacy Officer Jobs

Responsibilities

Work proactively with FCDC staff to identify opportunities for capturing and sharing knowledge, and disseminate information about issues relevant to FCDC and SFAL;

Develop and maintain contacts with key print and electronic media and produce
press statements and media briefings;

Ensure that all information and policy briefs that are shared with media, counties,
international partners etc. are written in a way that concepts and issues can be
readily understood by the public;

Do research on given topics and come up with statements and reports for action;

Organize knowledge management events (training workshops, conferences, etc.),
and briefings;

Make knowledge on SFAL priority areas accessible to counties

Put in place a digital platform for storing and sharing knowledge and information
on FCDC/SFAL ;

Advise FCDC/SFAL on branding and publication policy and also assist in their dissemination;

Produce regular FCDC and SFAL newsletters;

Qualifications

Degree in Journalism, Communication Development, Agriculture & Livestock or a
related field;

At least 5 years work experience in knowledge Management and Advocacy producing
publication materials and information;

Proven track record in facilitation, training and Project Cycle Management,

An in-depth knowledge of the key issues and trends in development & politics of
Kenya, with specific knowledge and understanding of the livestock sector, key approaches and cross cutting issues such as gender, inclusiveness, peace & cohesion;

Experience in formulating political messages and statements and in working with
politicians;

Experience in working with County Governments and with international donors;

Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and computer skills;

Knowledge of languages spoken in the FCDC region is an advantage;

Ability to motivate and work in a team;

Flexibility, sense of humor and good interpersonal skills;

Knowledge of and work experience in the FCDC region;

How to apply

If you feel you fit the required profile, please let us know how your qualifications, experience and career ambitions fit in with the requirement of this position.
Send your application latest by 25
th of April 2018 to: info@fcdc.or.ke
Please provide a Curriculum Vitae (CV) that contains details of your qualifications,
experience, present position and current remuneration, earliest date of availability,
day and evening telephone numbers and names of three referees.

Due to the current composition of the team priority will be given to female candidates.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information and job application details, see; Frontier Counties Development Council Knowledge Management and Advocacy Officer Jobs

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