Concern Worldwide Manager – Advocacy Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this role is to lead the management and implementation of the Concern Kenya Programme Advocacy Strategy in line with the Country Strategic Plan 2022 – 2026. This will entail fundraising, budget management, people management and technical leadership on governance and advocacy sector
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Advocacy
Oversee the implementation of the Concern Worldwide Kenya Country Programme advocacy strategy
Work closely and support sector leads, line manager and Country Director in defining sector specific advocacy needs, developing advocacy plans and framing key sector specific advocacy
Work closely and support sector leads in Health and Nutrition and Livelihoods, the line manager and Country Director to define key sector specific advocacy research needs, developing advocacy research plans and overseeing together with the MEAL team on undertaking of advocacy research
Together with the line manager and Country Director, map out key advocacy opportunities for the country programme on a quarterly basis and spearhead engagement within these spaces
Build technical capacity and support to the country programme staff and local partners where appropriate in the implementation of advocacy strategy
Program Development and Implementation
Provide leadership and technical guidance in the design, implementation, and monitoring of the governance and advocacy program in line with both the Concern Kenya advocacy strategy and relevant advocacy policies
Collaborate with the Monitoring Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team to monitor and evaluate ongoing governance and advocacy projects for program effectiveness, high quality and timely program delivery as well as integration with other programs in health, education and livelihoods and make data-driven adjustments as needed.
In collaboration with the Senior Officer, Grants, Partnerships and Fundraising, Programmes Director and any other relevant staff, take a leading role in developing expressions of interest (EOIs), concept notes and proposals for new projects
Lead in carrying out a contextual analysis in the sector for a holistic view of the environment to aid in program design
Coordinate the development of project costed work plans and detailed implementation plans
Monitor over and under spending and initiate mitigation measures.
Documentation of the programme process and successes including generating lessons learnt and case studies in collaboration with the Communications Officer.
Coordinate timely development, review and submission of internal and external technical and financial project reports
In consultation with the line manager, represent the programme in relevant meetings
Partnership Management
In close collaboration with the senior officer partnership, support in identification, engagement, assessment and management of local partners as appropriate in line with the country programme’s commitment to localization
Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, relevant line ministries, government officials and other Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
People Management
Engage with direct reports for performance management and development through regular performance development reviews; monthly individual work plan development, implementation and review
Participate in recruitment, induction and on boarding of new staff and provide ongoing mentorship, coaching and support for professional development.
Manage leave planning and utilization for direct reports
Others
Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
Take all possible measure to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)
Any other duties as assigned by the line manager
Person Specification
Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:
Bachelors’ degree in Social Sciences, Law, Development Studies, Economics .A Master’s degree in public policy will be an added advantage
At least 8 years’ proven experience managing advocacy and influencing for country programme portfolios, including development of high-quality advocacy strategies
Strong analytic skills and proven experience in conducting social science research, publishing, communications, knowledge management
Experience in leading on advocacy campaigns at national level including with media engagement
Proven experience in fundraising and development of fundraising instruments such as EOIs, concept notes, proposals for advocacy related projects
Excellent communications, planning and problem solving skills
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
Data-driven presentation and decision-making skills
Knowledge of budgeting and financial management
Experience and commitment to diversity, equality and inclusivity
Preference will be given to candidates who have:
Strong facilitation and time management skills with an ability to plan ahead, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles and manage competing priorities
High integrity and demonstrated ability to follow standards and policies
Ability to work in a systematic and organized manner and attend to details
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Competencies required:
This position will demand a highly motivated, committed and energetic individual who will be able to manage, engage others, influence and communicate effectively.
Effective management
Individual leadership
Communicating and working with others
Creativity and innovation
Influencing, advocacy and networking
How to Apply
Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three referees and Cover Letter Only to [email protected] with the subject of the email as ‘Manager Advocacy’
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