Urgent Application deadline: 31/10/11
Short term contract announcement
Heinrich Böll Stiftung, East and Horn of Africa is a regional organization supporting projects in countries of the East and Horn of Africa Region. The mission of the organization is to strengthen civil society in the values of ecology, gender democracy, human rights, sustainable development, solidarity and non-violence/conflict resolution through dialogue.
The Foundation seeks to fill the following senior position in its Gender programme on a short term contract as a maternity replacement: Programme Co-ordinator Gender
Qualifications
A degree in social sciences or any gender or human rights related field and/or at least four years working experience on gender issues.
Experience in programme management and fundraising is essential.
Knowledge of the East and Horn of Africa region and ability to work independently and creatively are vital.
The purpose of the job is to provide expertise and project support in the field of gender.
The job qualification requirements are:
- Knowledge and experience in gender concepts, issues and policies in Kenya and East Africa region
- Ability to develop program and projects; including concept note writing & analytical skills on gender issues
- Management, financial, communication & computer skills
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide a specialist overview of the relevant sector.
- Liaise with project partners, in Kenya and the East & Horn of Africa, to ensure that the Foundation funds are used effectively.
- Organizing the Monthly Gender Forum.
- Meets the administration and financial requirements involved in administering project partner contracts.
- Represents the interests of the Foundation generally.
Terms
The contract is short term for 7 months and is NOT renewable beginning 15th November 2011 to 15th July 2012.
The position will attract a gross remuneration of Kes 100,000 to 150,000 per month depending on qualifications.
Applicants should send a motivation letter, detailed curriculum vitae including a daytime telephone contact and email, as well as names and addresses of three referees to ke-info@ke.boell.org to reach us by Monday 31st October 2011.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.