SENIOR PROGRAMME OFFICER- SEXUAL REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH RIGHTS
REPORTING TO
DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
LINE MANAGING
Programme Officer, Programme Assistant, Professional volunteers and Consultants
START DATE
As soon as possible
LOCATION
Nairobi
THE ORGANISATION
KELIN, a human rights NGO working to protect and promote HIV-related human rights in Kenya. We do this by; providing legal services and support, training professionals on human rights, engaging inadvocacycampaigns that promote awareness of human rights issues, conducting research and influencing policy that promotes evidence-based change. KELIN is in the process of adopting a strategy that will see it focus on the right to health on four thematic areas. Sexual reproductive health rights is one of the thematic areas.
JOB PURPOSE:
To manage and implement Sexual Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) programs as outlined within the KELIN strategic plan 2105 – 2019. This will involve involving analysis of laws and operational frameworks at the International, regional national and county levels: Facilitate access to justice to those who have face human rights violations in relation to sexual reproductive health rights: Build capacities of communities and right holders on the area of sexual reproductive health rights:Create and maintain relevant partnerships with stakeholders:Provide support to the institutional building of KELIN.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
i. Conceptualize program strategies in conjunction with the Deputy Director and other key program officers in the area of Sexual Reproductive Health Rights
ii. Lead implementation and coordination of all the programmes relating to Sexual Reproductive Health Rights within the organisation
iii. Coordinate all program activities funded under the thematic area of SRHR
iv. Fundraise for the thematic area to ensure growth in programmatic and institutional aspects of the thematic area
v. Foster good relations with donors, partners and the relevant government officials
vi. Write quarterly program reports and facilitate internal and external donor reports
vii. Develop annual workplans and budgeted work plans for the thematic area
- Undertake financial management of the annual program budget relating to Sexual Reproductive Health Rights including monitoring the spending levels
ix. Assist with the recruitment and supervision of fellows, interns, volunteers and pro bono lawyers and any other institutional responsibilities required in line with the thematic area
x. Support the development of KELIN’s publications on key and emerging sexual reproductive health rights issues
xi. Work with the deputy director to ensure close collaboration with other thematic areas within the KELIN strategy
- xii. Represent the organization in international, regional, national and county platforms
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree in law and five to seven years’ relevant experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required in the area of sexual reproductive health rights.
- A Master’s degree in a social science, e.g. in law, human rights, gender studies, political science, public administration, public policy, strongly preferred.
- Experience of fundraising for sexual reproductive health programmes is an added advantage.
- Fully computer literate – skilled and confident user of office applications such as MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail and calendar applications.
Required Competencies:
The Senior Programme Officer – Sexual & Reproductive Health Rights must be able to demonstrate the following:
i. Strong commitment to KELIN’s vision, mission and core values
ii. Self-motivated, strong work ethic and attention to detail
iii. Able to work independently, as well as closely and collaboratively with colleagues in the Nairobi office and remotely
iv. Experience with public speaking
v. A proven ability to work effectively in a fluid and fast paced work environment, managing multiple priorities under pressure and accomplishing short- and long- term deadlines with a heavy workload
vi. Familiarity and previous engagement with the devolved system of governance
vii. Strong consensus-building skills with the ability to drive change and innovation
- Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and creative thinking abilities
ix. Knowledge of the international and regional human rights framework and experience using the UN human rights system in relation to issues of Sexual Reproductive Health Rights
x. Excellent communication, interpersonal, networking and inter-cultural skills
xi. Excellent writing, editing, research, and oral advocacy skills in English required
Preferred
i. International, regional and national advocacy experience, including as part of NGO coalitions
ii. Broad intellectual curiosity, comfort with robust debate and a good sense of humor
iii. Strong team player
iv. Membership to a relevant professional body
COMPENSATION
Commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package.
HOW TO APPLY:
Your application, including a cover letter highlighting the experience that is relevant to this role, a detailed CV, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees, should be sent to:info@kelinkenya.org
Deadline for applications: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they come in and we will not hold the position open for any specific time period. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply before February 27, 2015
KELIN is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates from all groups and communities to apply.
