VNG-International Resident Programme Coordinator - Local Governance Jobs in Kenya

VNG-International Resident Programme Coordinator - Local Governance Jobs in Kenya

The Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs has entered into a five-year (2022-2026) partnership programme with the Netherlands Association of Municipalities (VNG) to impact that local governments and their representative bodies are able to shape more sustainable futures for their communities.

The Sustainable Development through Improved Local Governance programme (SDLG) in Kenya focuses on supporting county governments in dealing with the consequences of migration in their communities - in particular in relation to social development, service delivery (e.g. early childhood education, health), economic development (e.g. provision of business permits), land management, and security.

VNG International, the International Development Agency for the Netherlands Association of Municipalities, is recruiting a Resident Programme Coordinator (RPC). The responsibility of the RPC is to coordinate and lead the team in Kenya to ensure a successful implementation of the SDLG programme.

The RPC needs previous experience in or with local governance in Kenya, a familiarity with the political terrain, a strong set of skills in project management and report writing.

The RPC’s principal role is to provide managerial and technical direction for the complex array of tasks in the SDLG program, and to ensure that project staff are supported adequately and able to carry out their respective roles efficiently.

The RPC liaises with national government, (inter)national stakeholders, county assemblies and governors offices and ensures that the program is implemented in line with the SDLG Kenya proposal and approved project documents (annual plans, activity plans, budgeting requirements).

At a minimum, the RPC has the following qualifications:

University degree; a master’s

degree in political science, or international development preferred;

Minimum of 5 years of experience as project director or manager of a complex project;

Excellent management skills (including reporting, planning, budget management and team management);

Excellent communication skills;

Problem-solving nature and critical thinker;

Ability to work independently;

Knowledge and understanding of development cooperations and citizens participation

Knowledge of and previous work experience with local governance in Kenya;

Understanding of and experience in the Kenyan migration and refugee context;

At least 8 years of proven experience of working with local government and service providers;

At least 8 years of experience in Kenya;

Excellent mediation and moderating skills;

Thorough experience with managing grant programs;

Good working knowledge of English; knowledge of Kiswahili is considered an asset;

Pro-active and outspoken, with the ability to navigate diplomatically through the complex network of stakeholders and competing interests.

How to Apply

Applications including a cover letter and CV (in PDF) can be sent to Bo Altena, Project Manager Kenya, at bo.altena@vng.nl using the subject "RPC SDLG Kenya". Deadline for submissions of applications is August 15, 2023, and applications are reviewed in a rolling basis.

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