Save the Children NGO Programme Coordinator Jobs in Kenya

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.



We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.


We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.


Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office.

We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.


Role Purpose:


  • To ensure strategic orientation of project implementation in East and Southern Africa
  • To ensure the coordination, planning, implementation and reporting of all activities of the programme in East and Southern Africa
  • Establish and ensure strong and positive relationships with IGAD, EASF & SADC SF and other key stakeholders in East and Southern Africa
  • Ensure partners and national focal points (in SCI COs) receives necessary guidance, input and assistance in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the activities in East and Southern Africa
  • In collaboration with the Project Coordinator - West and Central Africa, participate in AU Advocacy processes together with the Pan Africa Advocacy office

    Contract Duration: Up to December 2019

    Location: Nairobi, Kenya


    Qualifications, Skills & Experience


  • Master's Degree in Social Science, Political Science, Development Studies, international Public Law or related field.
  • Demonstrated skills as a trainer and in rolling out training programmes
  • At least three years' work experience within
    the NGO Sector preferably with AU Bodies or Structures.
  • Excellent knowledge of AU as an institution and experience in liaising with and lobbying various AU bodies and departments
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders, with relevant AU bodies, project partners and wider civil society
  • Excellent partnership building and maintaining skills and ability to guide multiple partners towards achieving agreed outcomes.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication in English
  • A flexible and resourceful attitude with the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable workload.
  • Proven analytical and problem solving skills in order to understand the range and content of the emergency programmes' work and provide practical solutions to operational challenges.
  • Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point)
  • Proven data analysis and report writing skills
  • Good understanding of child participation, child protection and child rights governance issues
  • Knowledge of regional bodies such as the African Union, East African Community, SADC, ECOWAS and Eastern Africa Standby Force is an added advantage
  • Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;
  • Strong self-starter who is able to take initiative
  • Commitment to Save the Children aims, values and policies, including child safeguarding and data protection
  • Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills


    How to Apply

    Interested candidates should apply online by Wednesday 18 July 2018



    For more information and job application details, see; Save the Children NGO Programme Coordinator Jobs in Kenya



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