Programme Officer. at Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet)

The Role.

• Coordinate the implementation of projects and ensure timelines are observed.
• Assist in project design, planning, implementation and evaluation
• Manage, prepare and archive relevant program documentation, together with the program lead.
• Support the implementation of plans, strategies and the day-to-day performance of program events and activities.
• Coordinate training, meetings, research and advocacy work of the network.
• Updating of the network contacts database, media, publications etc.
• Report to, and work with the program lead to ensure programs are implemented in a coordinated and timely manner.
• Prepare and submit to the Programme lead, quarterly reports on the performance and execution of these functions.
• Perform any other role as may be agreed or assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as Development Studies, International Relations, Public Policy, or a related discipline from a reputable university.
• Strong project management skills with experience in project design, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate training, meetings, research and advocacy work.
• Subject matter expert on human rights and social change.
• Proficient in database management to maintain and update the network contacts database, media, publications etc.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the program lead to ensure timely and coordinated implementation of programs.
• Strong writing and reporting skills to prepare quarterly reports on program performance and other relevant documentation.
• Highly motivated, self driven, team player and able to work with little supervision.
• Experience in the human rights sector and familiarity with policy and regulation would be an advantage given KICTANet’s focus on ICT policy advocacy.
• Relevant experience in the nonprofit sector, especially in program coordination and implementation roles

The ideal candidate should be a team player with strong organizational and multitasking abilities to handle the diverse responsibilities of the role. Familiarity with donor reporting requirements and grant management would also be beneficial.