Organization: ActionAid
Location: Nairobi
Grade: Senior level – Senior – Internationally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
Development Cooperation and Sustainable Development Goals
International Relations
Democratic Governance
Women’s Empowerment and Gender Mainstreaming
Public Policy and Administration
Project and Programme Management
Managerial positions
Closing Date: 2024-06-05
Grade: F
Starting Salary: Kshs. 266,234 per month
Contract Duration: Three (3) Years
Location: Nairobi
Main purpose
The holder of the position shall be responsible for strategic direction, growth, and coordination of AAIK’s work on engaging with the national social movements and coalitions for policy influencing on women’s rights issues and managing approaches to women’s rights and governance work. S/he will ensure that the Women’s Rights and Governance programming is of excellent technical quality, attracts significant donor funding, and contributes to AAIK’s strategic objectives, national/global learning, and advocacy.
Minimum Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in social sciences, policy development, or its equivalent from a recognized University.
Have a minimum of six (6) years post-academic experience in women’s rights and governance programming.
Demonstrable experience in working within influential coalitions and networks.
Have experience in advocacy and campaigns on women’s rights and governance programming.
Experience in programme implementation and project management is desirable.
Detailed Job Description in the below link:-
https://actionaid-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Job-Description-Programme-Manager-Womens-Rights-and-Governance.pdf
Please send your CV and cover letter to hresources.Kenya@actionaid.org by close of business on 5th June 2024. You are requested to highlight in the cover letter how you specifically meet the criteria for this role.
Due to the high volumes of applications received, we can only correspond with shortlisted applicants. ActionAid International Kenya promotes diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.