Project Director, Peace Building

Location: Kenya

Scope:

IRC is looking for a Project Director to implement a peace building and conflict resolution program among pastoralist communities Kenya (Turkana and West Pokot Districts). The position is based in Nairobi with frequent travels to the field sites.

This is an advertisement in anticipation of a proposal to be submitted to the USAID. Offer of employment would be based on successful outcome of the project proposal.

Responsibilities:

i) Program Management:

Ensure that actual project activities are in line with the overall project objectives, goals and activities as outlined in the proposal

Coordinates technical aspects of the project as per established practices in the sector and working closely with the NY and UK based IRC technical adviser/s

Ensures that the partner engagements are in line with the IRC Kenya Partnership Framework
Establish systems and procedures for working with the partners

- including financial, reporting, logistics and HR/ Administration issues, and ensures that these are adhered to by the partner agencies and IRCii) Financial Management:

Ensure that sub-grant funds are utilized as per the approved project budgets and in compliance with IRC and donor regulations iii) Advocacy and Networking

Network and dialogue with relevant CSOs, Governmnet bodies and communities and work together on relevant advocacy/ lobbying agenda to achieve lasting peace and reconicilation between communities in conflictiv) HR Management

Provide guidance and support to program staff to enhance their professional and personal development

Prepare annual performance appraisals for program staff that are supervised by the sector coordinator

Requirements:

Masters degree in Social Sciences, Education or relevant degree

At least 5 years experience in programs focused on peace building and community reconciliation activities, preferably in East Africa

Have directly managed projects funded by US Government or USAID
Experience in working with and capacity building of local organizations and partners
Experience in working with pastoral communities in arid and semi arid regions will be an added advantage.

How to applyPlease apply at http://www.ircjobs.org
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Closing date: 30 Jun 2009