Senior Program Officer at Young Women Christian Association

Job Description

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Vision An inclusive society where girls and young women actualize their potentials and live fulfilled lives. Mission Based on its Christian faith, The Association, a not-for-profit making and volunteer membership organization exists to develop the leadership and collective power of women and girls to achieve social and economic empowerment, human rights, health, security, dignity, freedom, justice, peace and sustainable environment for all humanity. Values The Association values shall be built on its history and foundation in Christian faith, worldwide solidarity, diversity, inclusiveness, mutual tolerance and mutual respect, integrity, and responsible accountability. Objectives To build a fellowship of women and girls devoted to the task of realizing those ideals of all aspects of human life; To support programmes that promotes sustainability and fulfilment of basic needs amongst women and girls; To assist and encourage women and girls to participate in projects and programmes aimed at raising their educational, social, health and economic standards, to enable them to effectively play their rightful role in the effort of Nation Building; To provide services such as hostels, community centres, nursery schools and Vocational Training Centres and any other service as per The Association’s mission; To develop partnerships and collaborate with organizations and institutions whose work and programmes wholly or partially support the objectives of The Association; and, To cooperate with other National YWCA’s in matters of common interest and to interpret the policies of YWCA and effectively participate in their programmes.

Job Responsibilities:-

Project Management

Oversee general management of entire Agreement with USAID Lead development of annual work plans and budgets in collaboration with the project team and relevant government counterparts to ensure accountability, accuracy and timely reporting of all project activities and financial deliverables. Oversee project deliverables, ensuring report preparation of high quality and timely submission. Oversee technical implementation and administration of the project Ensure compliance with USAID rules and regulations Serve as the primary contact for information on the progress and current status of all activities under the USAID project Manage preparation and presentation of work plans, M & E plans and all reports Ensure the activity is coordinated and implemented in an effective and cohesive manner. Create a collaborative, high participatory work environment that allows staff and activities to adhere to risk-management systems and adopt quick response to complex and high risk changing environments

Technical

Responsible for the overall technical direction of the project ensuring compliance Liaise with other relevant stakeholders, government, local and international Ensure optimal use of all resources entrusted to you In consultation with the supervisor, you will serve as the primary interlocutor with USAID Design, manage and implement programs Develop and implement proposals and offer guidance in M & E reporting

Senior Coordination and Representation

Manage teams across Kiambu, Meru and Kilifi counties and provide technical assistance and back stopping when required. Represent project in all technical, policy and programmatic fora. Ensure documentation and dissemination of findings, impact, innovations and lessons learnt

Consortium and sub awards management

Oversee local sub-grants and short-term consultants to ensure monitoring and quality of deliverables Align with donor-specific needs, donor compliance and implementation plans Manage both internal and external relationships to support team work

Human Resource Management

In liaison with COP, ensure that recruitment and on-boarding of project teams, roles and responsibilities are properly assigned to facilitate implementation of the project. Uphold credibility of the Organization through commitment to YWCA Mission and Vision as well as adherence to YWCA policy and procedures, code of conduct and compliance to anti-harassment, safeguarding, OSH, PSEA policies among others Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

JOB SPECIFICATION AND OTHER INFORMATION RELATED TO THE JOB

Level of Education/Academic qualification

Minimum Degree or higher in the field of Social science, Gender, international development or a related technical field from a reputable university. Experience in leadership positions involving direction over relevant gender, governance or SGBV programs.

Other Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant professional and progressive experience in managing governance projects in Kenya, development assistance, including field experience in governance reforms, general advocacy, peace building/conflict, and civil society programs. Prior experience in supervising long-term field staff and short-term experts. Proven record of excellent management, leadership, and decision-making skills. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and navigate sensitive terrain. Familiarity with USAID programming, rules and regulations; experience in managing USAID funded programs in Kenya and/or Africa is desired. Extensive networks within Kenyan civic and political sectors. Experience working with youths-centered activities preferred. Demonstrated experience in new business development (scoping, consortium building, proposal writing, budgeting among others. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.