Islamic Relief Kenya Project Officer - Tana River Jobs in Kenya
Islamic Relief Kenya Project Officer - Tana River Jobs in Kenya
Scope of the Role: The Project Officer will take the overall responsibility for the implementation of the Inter-Religious Cooperation on Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention (ICPCP) in Tana River County and working in close collaboration with the respective technical team at the country office to enhance the quality of implementation of program initiatives undertaken by IRK and local partners.
Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic and Programme Development
Participate and take a lead in project strategic planning meetings and activities
Contribute to internal discussions on thematic issues particularly on Inter-Religious Cooperation on Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention (ICPCP) in Tana River
Contribute to further develop and deepen understanding of Inter-Religious Cooperation on Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention (ICPCP) in Tana River thematic issues and approaches.
Participate in sector concept and proposal development based on the identified need
Supporting the advocacy and messaging on freedom of inter religious and belief through media
Project Implementation
Take full responsibility in planning and implementation of the Inter-Religious Cooperation on Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention Project in Tana River County.
Provide technical support and coaching to project downstream partner on project activities implementation in line with project objectives
Carry out project beneficiary identification through a consultative community process
Organize and facilitate dialogue meetings, workshops and forums with government representatives, civil society, and communities in efforts to prevent violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to peace, security, and conflict resolution
Support partners to mainstream cross-cutting issues, among them, gender and youth and child protection in their initiatives
Maintain good relations and communication with project downstream partners together with the Program Manager
Arrange for regular meetings with partners to review and reflect on progress and results to identify, mitigate challenges, and learn lessons for improved programme delivery
Responsible for accurate narrative reporting against agreed objectives and results frameworks
Participate in and contribute to quarterly and other scheduled programme performance review meetings
Document and report any protection related concerns
Participate in the research survey by IRK or partners by collecting, analyzing, and submitting relevant data and reports.
Support formation and training of GSLA group nd linking them to financial service providers
Ensure project beneficiaries are aware of IRK complaint and response mechanisms
Management of project budget and expenditure to avoid over or under expenditure.
Monitoring, Documentation, Communications and reporting
Ensure that at all time the project target achievement is in line with the planned log frame milestones and the budget burn rate are up to date with the planned cash flow.
Work with the communication staff to design appropriate mobilization and sensitization
messages for the target population
Develop project implementation tools including implementation manual, Detailed Implementation Plans (DIPs), M&E Plans, Procurement Plans, Communication plan, weekly/monthly work plans as may be necessary.
Document community and stakeholders’ feedback and share with relevant stakeholders for appropriate action.
Ensure timely submission of project reports as per IR and Donor requirements.
Conduct timely documentation of project progress through case studies, stories, photos, videos, among others.
Regular monitoring and evaluation of project implementation at local level.
Responsible for accurate narrative reporting against agreed objectives and results frameworks
Implementation of an effective programme and project monitoring and evaluation system.
Ensure compliance with the requirements of the IRK’s M&E System, Core humanitarian Standard (CHS) and other relevant policies.
Coordination and Networking
Represent IRK at relevant coordination meetings as required.
Person Specification
Bachelor’s degree in Public administration and Management, Development studies, Peace building security and governance, International relations, project management or related fields
Minimum of at least for three years’ experience in working on peace building project, governance issues with civil society
Experience in projects planning, Implementation, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning.
Knowledge of the key issues and trends in Peace building and conflict resolution.
Past work experience with the similar geographical context is desirable.
Ability to work independently as a part of a team to implement the project.
Proven analytical skills and ability to think strategically.
Fluency in English – written and verbal
Experience in Field data analysis packages
Effective IT Skills (Microsoft Office).
Planning, narrative, and financial reporting skills.
Communication, tact, and negotiation skills.
Conceptual understanding of Inter-Religious Cooperation on Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention
Desirable
Knowledge of local language & Kiswahili
How to Apply
Please send us your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts. The forwarding e-mail and cover letter must clearly indicate the position title on the subject line. Send your application to
Recruitment.irk@islamic-relief.or.ke by Friday 11Th Dec 2020.
Please note that this is an urgent recruitment, shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis
NB: This is a field-based position therefore locals are encouraged to apply
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