International Foundation for Electoral Systems Jobs in Kenya

International Foundation for Electoral Systems Program Coordinator -Maternity Cover (Consultancy) Jobs in Kenya


Responsibilities:

Program Management
  • Support project management and implementation of project activities
  • Assist in organizing and coordinating core project activities;
  • Assist with regular update of the work plan as well as follow up on activities;
  • Assist in collection of data for monitoring and evaluation of activities and updating the M&E plan;
  • Assist with reporting of programmatic results, these will include weekly/monthly reports to Program Team, Donors, Annual reports, as well as other reports as required;
  • Tracking and documentation of election related information in the media and issue Daily Digest email;
  • Arrange program meetings and attending meetings when necessary and provide reports
  • Providing logistics support to international and local consultants
  • Book accommodation
  • Prepare travel advances and review travel expenses and ascertain accuracy prior to payments
  • Assist with logistical arrangements for workshop participants and consultants
  • Manage seminar and workshop participants’ database;
  • Workshop set up and ensuring adequate branding of the venues
  • Transport and per diem reimbursements to participants
  • Liaising with partners on workshop invitations and making follow-ups on invited participants
  • Taking of minutes of program meetings and ensuring distribution to all relevant staff
  • Assist with evaluation of partner proposals, as well as review of partner reports
  • Attend partner planning and working group meetings, as needed and provide reports;
  • Assist in drafting briefing papers on
    relevant topics as needed;
  • Assist with managing program planning and budget monitoring/realignment
  • Monitor activity costs and alert relevant staff of the same
  • Gather data on various costs for various activities to inform purchases
  • Other duties as may be assigned.

    Education: Bachelor’s degree required

    Experience: 0 - 2 years’ relevant experience in international development or related field. Internship(s) experience with an international NGO a plus

    Related Skills or Knowledge:

  • Experienced with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint required.
  • Introductory experience in proposal development support a plus.
  • Familiarity with USAID regulations helpful. Detailed oriented and organized.
  • Ability to prioritize, take direction, and handle varied tasks within deadlines.
  • Strong communicator, both verbally and in writing.
  • Collaborative, team oriented individual

    Language Skills: English required. Proficiency in Kiswahili required

    How to Apply

    The application must contain: Letter of application and curriculum vitae only.

    All applications should be sent to kenyarecruit@ifes.org not later than June 15th, 2017

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