NORWEGIAN CHURCH AID
PROGRAM OFFICER
Reports to: Country Program Coordinator (CPC)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya (with frequent travel to the field)
Period of Contract: One year, starting immediately
Job Summary (Purpose of position)
The post holder is responsible for providing effective leadership in the development and efficient implementation of
the policy and advocacy aspects of the Climate and Economic Justice program as outlined in the NCA 2011 - 2015
Kenya County Plan and fulfilling the function of the Youth Focal Point.
Background
NCA works for the attainment and full realization of peoples’ rights through the development of sustainable initiatives
and strengthening of local capacities. NCA’s interventions in Kenya focus mainly on climate change, gender based
violence, women and governance and livelihoods and trade.
The main activities in Kenya are clustered in Mandera, Embu, Yatta, Nairobi, Kajiado and Lamu.
Main Responsibilities of post holder
• Provide strong leadership in development and implementation of policy and advocacy interventions focusing
on climate change and economic justice at the community, national and global level.
• Follow up on climate change policy at all levels, paying particular attention to national policies under the
UNFCCC.
• Follow up on economic justice issues, particularly those related to trade, tax, debt and livelihood options at
all levels.
• Support the development and implementation of the NCA Kenya Country Plan/ Strategy.
• Manage the implementation of advocacy interventions at the respective NCA Kenya clusters and ensure
liaison on policy and advocacy matters between the teams at the Nairobi office and the Head Office.
• Support the development of high quality project proposals for donor funding.
• Meet strict reporting requirements for each of the policy advocacy portfolios of climate and economic justice
and ensure that quality reports, consistent with the overall strategy of NCA, are prepared and submitted in
good time.
• Participate in Program planning and decision-making processes as may be required by the Country
Program Coordinator.
• Represent the Country Program Coordinator in meetings and other functions as is required.
• Initiate and coordinate plan for partner capacity development in the areas of policy and advocacy.
• Ensure all projects are managed within the approved budget and according to NCA financial policy.
• Serve as NCA youth focal point with responsibility of capacity building and facilitating youth advocacy
work on both climate change and governance themes.
Job requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Social/Development studies or related fields. Background in Public Policy or Journalism would
be an added advantage.
Experience:
At least 4 years in policy advocacy positions within NGO working environment.
Skills:
Demonstrable skills in relevant thematic areas, writing, facilitation & training. Proficiency in the use of word
processing, spreadsheet and internet.
Language:
Excellent written and spoken English.
The successful candidate will be expected to have a proper understanding, interpretation and commitment to NCA’s
vision, mission, values and strategies. Knowledge of the 2010 HAP Standard in Accountability and Quality
Management will be an advantage.
NCA upholds the right of equal opportunity and qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Applicants who meet the requirements and qualifications outlined above should submit an application letter and
attach copies of their CV and any other supporting documents to:
NCA Kenya Program,
P.O. Box 52802-00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
OR send an e-mail to Vacancies.Ncakenya@nca.no
By 16th September 20011.
Envelops must be clearly labeled “Application for Program Officer - Policy and Advocacy”.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
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