CIC Senior Program Officer Jobs in Kenya
CIC Senior Program Officer Jobs in Kenya
Background The Kenya Blue Economy Skills Training Program (KBEST) is a 7-year (2022-2029) program implemented by Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) and funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC). KBEST has a strong focus on increasing the equitable participation of girls and women, youth and vulnerable populations in the Blue Economy.
KBEST will include collaboration with the Kenyan Ministry of Education, county governments, civil society, and industry, working with 22 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions in the Coast and Lake Victoria regions of Kenya. It will share the expertise of Canada’s colleges and institutes in linking young women and young men, educational institutions, and employers to develop training for employment programs in Kenya around the Blue Economy.
General Expectations
Reporting to the Kenya-based Senior Technical Advisor (STA), the Senior Program Officer (SPO) will be located in Nairobi, Kenya and will ensure the effective implementation of KBEST activities in Kenya. The SPO will work with KBEST staff in both Kenya and Canada to ensure the overall quality delivery of KBEST activities in Kenya.
This position requires the ability to perform a variety of complex tasks, including the planning and implementation of a range of project activities across multiple educational and government partners. It also requires excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a team
The position will involve some travel within Kenya.
Responsibilities
Monitor and ensure implementation of project activities and recommend required actions
Participate in the development and drafting of annual work plans, analytical/narrative reports, RFPs, TORs, handbooks, training manuals, workshop materials and other core program documents (e.g., Logic Model, Performance Measurement Framework and Risk Register) with the STA, Canada-based SPO, and other CICan staff and implementing partners
Provide support to the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Specialist with MEL activities, i.e. data collection and capacity building, as needed
Provide support to the Gender Equality (GE) Specialist with GE activities, I.e. gender analysis, gender strategy, training and partner support, as needed
Work with Finance Officer to ensure financial and budgetary compliance in the implementation
of Kenya-based activities
Coordinate various program committee meetings
Liaise with Kenyan implementing partners as required
Present KBEST and facilitate discussions at meetings and workshops with institutional partners and other stakeholders as required
Perform other duties as may be assigned
Reporting
The employee will work under the direction of the Kenya-based STA and is expected to work with a high degree of independence and autonomy.
Qualifications
Full fluency in English and Swahili
Kenyan citizen or legally permitted to work in Kenya. Note: CICan will not provide a work permit or sponsor individuals
At least Bachelor’s Degree in a related subject area (business administration, project management, international cooperation, or similar)
Project management training is preferred
A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the planning, implementation, administration, and reporting of government, international and/or private donor-funded projects in Kenya.
Demonstrated experience applying gender equality concepts in an international development and/or education context.
Demonstrated research, analytical and writing abilities in the preparation of reports, concept papers and/or proposals for government, international and/or private donors.
Demonstrated ability using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and experience with SharePoint desirable.
Specific experience and/or education in the area of the Blue Economy or marine sciences an asset.
Knowledge of the Kenyan education system, particularly in TVET, is an asset.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV with three references as one PDF file not exceeding 6 pages to email address
applications@ke.collegesinstitutes.ca with the title on the subject line, Senior Program Officer, KBEST. The deadline for receiving applications is 27 April 2022 at 5 p.m.
Phone calls or in-person visits will not be accepted. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
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