Farming Systems Kenya Advocacy Officer Jobs in Kenya

Farming Systems Kenya Advocacy Officer Jobs in Kenya; Farming Systems Kenya (FSK) wishes recruit a born again Christian, competent, self- motivated, qualified and passionate Advocacy officer will be responsible for coordinating the Animal welfare programs and taking the lead in curbing the illegal donkey bush slaughter and donkey hide trade. The officer will be based in FSK Narok Office and will report directly the Senior Programs Manager.

Core Responsibilities:

Implement donkey advocacy and welfare program activities in FSK donkey welfare target areas

Engage with government institutions, policymakers, and stakeholders deepen their understanding of donkey welfare issues and encourage the integration of equine welfare considerations into development agendas.

Work closely with media raise awareness about animal welfare and the impact of the donkey hide trade and illegal donkey bush slaughter on communities.

Plan and execute the activities as per the work plan in an effective and efficient manner.

Provide advice and/or training on animal welfare ethics the donkey owners & users and the public.

Identify strategic opportunities, forums, and platforms present policy-relevant information, including professional presentations, media articles, and research papers.

Represent FSK in advocacy-related events, presenting well-researched data, policy papers, and materials influence decision-making.

Identify, establish new and strengthen the existing multi-stakeholder platforms tackle illegal donkey slaughter.

Foster and maintain positive working relationships with partners enhance collaboration on animal welfare and donkey rescue efforts.

Participate and collaborate on campaigns related veterinary care and social development within the communities.
Work collaboratively with government institutions and other actors address emerging equine welfare concerns, including donkey skin trade and other threats

Work closely with communities gather intelligence on illegal donkey movement and slaughter.

Provide accurate progress reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual) within required timeframes.

Document all advocacy work implemented by

FSK, adhering donor requirements.

Provide regular updates on the donkey welfare project (monthly, quarterly, and annual reports).

Undertake fundraising activities and develop proposals for the target counties.

Work closely with veterinary departments ensure compliance with the ban on donkey slaughter and trade in hides and skins.

Perform any other duty assigned you by the supervisor

Knowledge, qualifications, skills and experience

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in veterinary medicine, animal science, political science, international relations, public relations, public policy or any other related discipline.

Two years’ field-based experience in advocacy work.

Possess strong communication skills.

Competencies in advocacy and lobbying.

Experience in project planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting skills.

Demonstrate partnership-building, networking, collaboration and representations skills.

Successful candidate should be able persuade, motivate and compel support for key ideas and

initiatives by delivering clear well- structured presentations to stakeholders.

Ability ride a motorbike will be an added advantage.


How to Apply

The interested and qualified candidates tsubmit their Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV) Only, including contact information of three referees and a reference letter from your pastor . Please indicate the position: “Advocacy Officer” on the subject title and your Salary Expectations.

The Executive Director,
Farming Systems Kenya,
P.O. Box 2816- 20100, Nakuru

Email: vacancies@farmingsystemskenya.org


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