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Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Deputy Director of Programs

by Unknown  |  at  1:15 PM

Background
The International Rescue Committee (IRC), one of the world’s largest humanitarian agencies, provides relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of natural disaster, oppression and violent conflict in 42 countries. The IRC is committed to bold leadership, innovation and creative partnerships.
Since 1992, the IRC has provided life-saving services to refugees and vulnerable local communities in Kenya. Currently, the IRC works in two refugee camps, Dadaab and Kakuma, in northern Kenya. The IRC in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana region and refugees in the Kakuma, Dadaab (Hagadera) camps and Nairobi. The IRC implements programs in the areas of integrated primary health care (including nutrition and HIV/AIDS); Community health promotion, Livelihoods; protection of rights; and, Women’s Protection and Empowerment. In 2016, the IRC developed a Strategic Action Plan in which it will expand services to host community and refugees in Wajir and Mandera counties.
Scope of Work:
Reporting to the Country Director, the Deputy Director of Programs (DDP) will play a central role contributing to the work of IRC Kenya at a challenging and exciting time. Based in Nairobi s/he will be responsible for developing the country programs and coordinate the implementation of the country five year Strategic Action Plan. The DDP will enhance programming and managerial skills of key staff. S/he will be responsible for working with the program team to develop IRC’s capacity in the area of partnerships as well as develop new program areas for the IRC Kenya.
Required Qualifications, Experience & Competencies:
  • Master’s degree in relevant field (Development Studies, Social Sciences, International Relations, etc)
  • Five years of experience (ideally in sub-Saharan Africa), preferably in relief/development work with management and supervisory responsibilities in program, administration at senior management level
  • Direct experience in building the capacity of local NGOs and working with local partners with a clear understanding of civil society development.
  • Experience working with and coordinating with donors including USAID (OFDA), BPRM, UNHCR, UNICEF, DFID, ECHO and EU, and knowledge of specific donor guidelines and priorities.
  • Experience working and coordinating with INGOs, national NGOs and government agencies
  • Knowledge and understanding of best practice monitoring and evaluation systems and procedures
  • Demonstrated excellence in proposal and report development and writing

HOW TO APPLY:
Please apply on or before 18th March, 2016
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Disclaimer:
Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes. In the event that you receive any request for payment of any sort, please get in touch with us on Tel: +(254-020) 2727730/0733-344443, Email:IRCKenya@rescue.org or report to the nearest police.

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