European Union Jobs in Kenya - Programme Assistant Vacancy

European Union Jobs in Kenya - Programme Assistant Vacancy

The European Commission’s Directorate General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO) is looking for a programme assistant to join its Southern Africa & Indian Ocean Country Office based in Nairobi.

The European Commission’s Directorate General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO) funds relief operations for victims of natural disasters and conflicts outside the European Union.

For humanitarian aid, the Commission works with about 200 operational partners, including United Nations agencies, the Red Cross/Crescent movement and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

Humanitarian Aid is channelled impartially, straight to victims, regardless of their race, ethnic group, religion, gender, age, nationality or political affiliation.


Duties & Responsibilities

The Programme Assistant will be based in Nairobi and will assist ECHO’s Technical Assistant, in-charge of Southern Africa & Indian Ocean region (SAIO) and the Programme Officer, to provide high quality technical support, analysis and advice to ECHO funded projects in the SAIO.

The PA will be required to travel throughout the SAIO on a regular basis and for extended periods as needed. The Programme Assistant will be responsible for the following main tasks:

✔ Situation assessments;
✔ Analysis and appraisal of ECHO partners' proposals;
✔ Regular monitoring of project implementation
✔ Evaluation and coordination of projects;
✔ Reporting and programme administration;
✔ Liaising with partners in a consultative and advisory capacity.

Required Qualifications

✔ Have a relevant first level university degree or equivalent work experience of 5 years ;
✔ Minimum 5 years of relevant experience at national or international level in supporting programme/project operations, including at least 2 years of experience with an NGO's, donor or national/international organisation. If the candidate does not have a relevant university degree, ten years’ work experience in the humanitarian sector will be required;

Required Skills

✔ Have thorough knowledge and experience of the Logical Framework Approach and Project Cycle Management;
✔ Fluent written and spoken English is required. Candidates with a working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese language will be highly considered;
✔ Personal initiative; ability to work both independently and in a team, with ability to set priorities, and to work to tight deadlines;
✔ Commitment, determination, reliability, a high degree of personal integrity and discretion;
✔ Diplomatic skill with capacity to deal effectively with various institutions;

✔ Ability to analyze & process complex information; ability to clearly & concisely convey information to others with excellent drafting skills in English. Proficient IT skills – Excel, Word and Internet required.

How to Apply

The position is open to all Kenyan nationals and other residents holding a valid working permit or able to obtain such working permit before the foreseen recruitment date.

For more information and application details; see - European Union Jobs in Kenya - Programme Assistant Vacancy

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