Saferworld Community Participation Technical Lead Jobs in Kenya

Saferworld Community Participation Technical Lead Jobs in Kenya

Background:

Saferworld is an independent international organisation working to prevent violent conflict and build safer lives. We work with people affected by conflict to improve their safety and sense of security, and conduct wider research and analysis.

We use this evidence and learning to improve local, national and international policies and practices that can help build lasting peace. Our priority is people – we believe in a world where everyone can lead peaceful, fulfilling lives, free from fear and insecurity. We are a notfor-profit organisation operational in 12 countries across Africa, Asia and the Middle East.

Saferworld has been working to promote peace, democratisation and good governance in Somalia and Somaliland since 2004. We support civil society’s involvement, particularly women’s and youth groups, in crucial decision-making processes on peace, to identify drivers of conflict within the Somali region and to inform strategies to address them.

About the Programme

Saferworld and Asal Consulting have been selected as to implement the Participatory Public Policy (P3) and Institutional Strengthening component of the Nabadgelinta Soomaaliyaa programme.

The programme’s intended impact is to have Somalis benefit from improved security and access to justice through inclusive approaches that enjoy elite support and public confidence. Although the programme aims to achieve this impact for all Somali citizens, there is a particular emphasis on Somalis in vulnerable groups, including women, members of minority clans and internally displaced persons (IDPs).

There is an assumption that if improved security and justice benefits those in vulnerable groups then there will be wider benefits to all Somalis**.**

Job purpose:

This role is responsible for overseeing and facilitating community engagement and participation in project activities in accordance with the IP1 workplan. The role plays a crucial role in bridging the gap amongst different actors and the community, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and inclusivity.

This role works with local partners, government agencies and other stakeholders in various localities as well as coordinating field activities with team members involved in the programme delivery.

Key areas of responsibility

Planning and implementation of programme activities

• Community Engagement Strategy: Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategy to engage and involve the community in decision-making processes.

Oversee collaboration with, and where necessary the creation of, Community Action Forums (CAFs) and Police Advisory Committees (PACs) that carry out conflict assessments of their local contexts, identify security concerns affecting the community and work with local security actors and establish ways in which these can be addressed.

Develop and implement a strategy to ensure implementing partners align on the work request programme objectives and measures/expectation of success.

Provide on-the-job mentoring and training to implementing partners on programme deliveries Provide advice, guidance and recommendations to the senior management of Saferworld Somalia.

In coordination with the local implementing partner, facilitate meetings and dialogues within communities and between communities and state authorities through the CAFs and PACs to collaboratively identify local security issues and plan response

Programme Coordination

In coordination with Nabadgelinta partners facilitate meetings and dialogues within communities and between communities and state authorities through the CAFs and

PACs to collaboratively identify local security issues and plan responses.

Develop and execute outreach programmes and initiatives to attract and involve a diverse range of community members in project implantation

Provide guidance, training, and support to community members to enhance their technical skills, empower them to contribute effectively, and ensure inclusivity.

Support in address conflicts and disputes within the community, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment for open discussions and resolutions.

Build strong relationships with community members, stakeholders, and technical teams to foster trust, collaboration, and a sense of ownership among the community.

Serve as a liaison between technical teams and the community, advocating for community needs and concerns while effectively communicating technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Keep up-to-date with industry trends, community management best practices, and emerging technologies to ensure the community's needs and expectations are met.

Facilitate coordination among local level stakeholders to ensure smooth and timely implementation of activities

Coordinate between national level and local level stakeholders to ensure implementation of activities in a timely and efficient manner

Represent and speak on behalf of Saferworld programme to the various stakeholders, such as policy and decision-makers and other INGOs and NGOs

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning:

Lead in monitoring of annual work plan at the field locations to ensure that programme activities are on track

Maintain thorough progress monitoring reports, and provide quarterly financial and narrative progress reports for the programme in a timely manner

Support the development of regular reports, including donor reports.

Facilitate and support consultants at field level

Team Management and Leadership

Supervise Community participation Coordinators and Informal Institution Engagement Lead.

Works closely with consortium partner, Asal to ensure IP1 workplan is regularly reviewed and effectively implemented

Evaluate and manage team performance, setting goals and providing regular feedback, conduct performance reviews and identify areas for improvement.

Responsible for welcoming and integrating new employees into the team.

Person specification

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

Master’s Degree in International Relations/Security / Peace and conflict or other related field

Have over 5 years of professional work experience in different capacities with local and international NGOs

Skills and abilities

Good understanding of the local context

Excellent relationship building and communication skills.

Knowledge of Peace building and conflict resolution

Strong planning and organising skills for event management

Well usage of computer and internet

Personal qualities

Commitment to the vision, mission and values of Saferworld

Strong representation and relationship management abilities.

Good presentation and facilitation skills.

Team Work and team building

How to Apply

Send your CV and a covering letter addressing the person specification and why you feel your experience matches the requirements of the role to jobs@saferworld.org.uk with job ref (CPTL)

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