International Center for Research on Women Jobs in Kenya

International Center for Research on Women Deputy Director Africa Jobs in Kenya



The Intemationat Center for Research on Women (ICAW) has been the premier applied research insIttute focused on women and girls for the last four decades.


Al research we undertake serves to advance ICRW's Mission of improving the status M women and girls, promoting gender equality, and eradicating poverty.


ICRW's focal areas of research include gender-based violence, healthy transitions to adulthood, economic empowerment, HIV/AIDS, and sexual and reproductive health and rights.


Headquartered in Washington, D C., ICRW also perates regional offices in Asia and Africa. ICRW seeks to recruit professionals for the positions of Deputy Director Mee and Technical Specialist(s)


Job Title: Deputy Director Africa Reports to: Director Africa

Primary Role: Manage ICAW Africa's efforts to procure financial support from foundation, corporate, and government sources.


The incumbent will facilitate institutional grant-seeking activities for ICAW Africa, including the conceptualization of development strategies, proposal development, and prospect identification. To be based in Nairobi, Kenya with regular travel.


Minimum Experience and Qualifications:


  • Ph.D. in a relevant field (Gender Studies Public poRcy, Public health, Economics Sociology or related subjects)
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in gender and development
  • Practical field experience in a broader area of expertise and advanced skills with research and analysis
  • Demonstrable experience in cultivating donor relationships
  • Demonstrated understanding of international development and the funding environment for ICRW's program areas; experience working N sub Saharan AfrNa Is desirable.


    Skills, Capabilities and Personal attributes:

  • A superior verbal and written communicator wRh
    the ability to develop contd. proposals.
  • Demonstrated strategic skills, with adeptness at planning, prioritizing, organizing and following through.
  • Must be a facilitator, collaborator, and coordinator with outstanding interpersonal obits.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish, maintain, and strengthen relationships with significant donors on behalf of the institution
  • An appreciation of the skills and support systems needed to work productively with corporate and foundation contacts.


    How to Apply


    Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample and their salary expectations at http/icrw.applicantstack.com/x/openings] not later than Friday 7th September 2018 For the position of Deputy Director Africa
    Friday 28th September 2018

    For the Technical Specialist positions Due to the large volume of responses we receive, ICAW is not NN to provide candidacy status on an individual bads.

    Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


    ICRW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under law as applicable.



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