International Organization for Migration Programme Officer Jobs in Kenya

International Organization for Migration Programme Officer Jobs in Kenya; Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator (Community Stabilization) and direct supervision of the Programme Manager (Environmental Peacebuilding) Portfolio, and in close coordination with the Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) at the Regional Office (RO) for East and Horn of Africa in Nairobi and relevant Divisions/Departments/Units at Headquarters (HQ), the Programme Officer (Renewable Energy) will primarily be responsible for providing technical, administrative and logistics related support for the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting activities of the Korea-funded “Enhancing Women’s Resilience Programme”, the Denmark-funded “Forging a Greener Peace in the Hirshabelle State of Somalia” project, as well as other Environmental Peacebuilding projects in IOM’s Nairobi office, coordinating closely with implementing partners and providing technical inputs for the development of the overall Environmental Peacebuilding portfolio. This position will require frequent travel to Mogadishu.

Responsibilities

1. Provide technical and operational support for the design, execution, and scaling of renewable energy solutions, with a focus on solar-powered minigrids, decentralized energy systems, and sustainable electrification models for projects under the Environmental Peacebuilding program.

2. Oversee the full implementation of minigrids and off-grid energy solutions, ensuring compliance with technical standards, climate resilience principles, and socio-economic integration in fragile and newly recovered areas.

3. Facilitate the procurement, installation, and commissioning of energy infrastructure, ensuring adherence to sustainability and conflict-sensitive programming.

4. Conduct monitoring, evaluation, and performance assessments of solar minigrids, solar irrigation systems, and agro-processing solutions, identifying opportunities for optimization and scale-up.

5. Lead capacity-building programs on minigrid operations, maintenance, and sustainability, targeting local authorities, community-based organizations, and women-led cooperatives.

6. Develop technical training materials and facilitate workshops on renewable energy adoption, grid management, and productive uses of electricity in climate-resilient livelihoods.

7. Maintain close and effective collaboration and liaison with relevant stakeholders such as Government entities, national authorities, donors, development partners, United Nations agencies, energy regulators, and civil society to facilitate the success of the project.

8. Coordinate with UN agencies, energy regulators, development banks, and technical institutions to enhance knowledge-sharing and leverage co-financing for sustainable livelihood and energy programs.

9. Provide technical information and guidance to relevant Government authorities, donors and other stakeholders and participate in learning events, workshops and meetings to help expand the portfolio.

10. Support the development of concept notes, funding proposals, and technical reports to expand renewable energy and green economy interventions within IOM’s Environmental Peacebuilding and Community Stabilization programming.

11. Conduct energy market assessments, feasibility studies, and socio-economic impact evaluations to inform the design of energy solutions tailored to local needs.

12. Ensure information management systems on programme related activities are maintained and updated.

13. Ensure that energy interventions are integrated into stabilization, peacebuilding, and durable solutions frameworks, addressing resource competition and conflict risks.

14. Provide technical inputs to national energy policy discussions, advocating for the expansion of decentralized energy solutions as a pathway to stabilization, resilience, and post-conflict recovery.

15. Perform other such duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree in Energy Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

Experience in project management, implementation, development or support, with good knowledge of IOM/UN programme/project life cycles;

Previous experience as an environmental/energy engineer;

Previous experience coordinating with renewable energy companies;

Previous work experience in coordinating with local and state government authorities and civil society organizations;

Skill and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and,
Experience working in East and Horn of Africa an advantage.

Skills

Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge of information technology;

Demonstrated knowledge in environment, climate-change, durable solutions, stabilization, and peacebuilding concepts. In-depth understanding of off-grid electrification and energy access Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming; and,

Knowledge and understanding of climate-conflict context and programming.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of Somali is an advantage.

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.


How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; International Organization for Migration Programme Officer Jobs in Kenya

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