Conflict Dynamics Senior Programme Officer Jobs in Kenya

Conflict Dynamics International is an independent, not-for-profit organization that works to prevent and resolve violent conflict and to alleviate human suffering resulting from conflicts and other crises around the world.



Conflict Dynamics’ work in the realm of peacebuilding focuses on provision of substantive and process-related inputs to ongoing political processes.


These inputs primarily focus on governance-related aspects of peacemaking and peacebuilding, including: constitutional design; electoral systems; public participation; consociational arrangements etc.

Conflict Dynamics’ approach in all aspects of its work is firmly rooted in its working principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality and independence.

Scope of Work

The Senior Program Officer (Reporting and Monitoring) will work as an integral member of
Conflict Dynamics’ Somali Program.


The scope of work for this position will include the following:


  • In partnership with colleagues in the Somali program, and at HQ, develop and ensure
    the implementation of an ADMEL strategy for all Somali program activities;
    Vacancy SPO (ADMEL) Somali Program May 2018 2
  • Ensure high quality donor reports are prepared, reviewed and submitted in a timely
    manner;
  • Represent Conflict Dynamics with potential partners and peer organizations as
    required;
  • Conduct / participate in research and writing related to the Somali program’s needs;
  • Contribute to the refinement of Conflict Dynamics’ core resources on ADMEL;
  • Work closely with Conflict Dynamics’ finance team and the Somali Program Director
    on program financial management;
  • Support members of the Somali program to integrate ADMEL into their work;
  • Support to partner organizations to implement effective ADMEL approaches;
  • Other tasks that contribute to the program’s objectives.

    Reporting and management

  • The Senior Program Officer (Reporting and Monitoring) will report to the Somali Program
    Director and will work closely with other members of the Somali Program, and with Conflict
  • Dynamics’ wider peacebuilding team.

    Qualifications / experience

    The following are indicative qualifications and expertise required for the position:


  • Minimum of 5 years of experience of Monitoring and Evaluation and report
    writing. Experience of the Somali context, is desirable;
  • Essential: experience reporting for at least one large donor (EU, DFID, USAID
    etc.);
  • Essential: Knowledge of different monitoring and evaluation approaches,
    familiarity with the use
    of log frames, results frameworks, and other tools;
  • Essential: Experience working with governance or peacebuilding organizations
    and projects;
  • Highly desirable: Master’s degree in a relevant field such as International
    Relations, Development Studies, etc.
  • Excellent and demonstrated report writing for governmental and foundation donors;
  • Multi-tasking skills, attention to detail, and follow-through;
  • The successful candidate must be passionate about ADMEL and report writing;
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
  • Spoken and written fluency in English essential;
  • Willingness to undertake frequent travel to conflict affected locations.

    Duration and Compensation

  • This is a full time position. The successful candidate will be employed for an initial period of 3 months, extendable to a longer-term contract based on satisfactory performance.
  • Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

    Application Procedure

  • Applicants who do not follow the guidelines below will not be considered.
  • This role requires careful attention to detail and strong presentational skills, candidates are encouraged to keep this in mind as they prepare their applications.

    Your application should consist of:

  • Cover letter – no more than 2 pages A4, normal margins, and minimum size 11 font.
  • CV / Resume – no more than 2 pages A4, normal margins, minimum size 11 font.
  • Save both documents as separate PDF files.
  • Save both documents in the form “First Name Last Name CV”, “First Name Last Name LETTER”.
  • Submit your complete application to recruit@cdint.org not later than 1st July 2018

  • The cover email subject line should reference “Senior Program Officer (Reporting
    and Monitoring) Application.”

  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide recent writing samples and the
    names of 3 references. Interviews will be held in Nairobi, Kenya, shortly thereafter


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