Regional Program Development Coordinator M/F at Secours Islamique France (SIF)

Mission context:

Based in Nairobi, Regional Program Development Coordinator reports to the Head of Mission Kenya/Somalia and is responsible for ensuring that all SIF programs in Kenya and Somalia are implemented in accordance with the validated Project Proposals.

Mission/ Role:

• General analysis of humanitarian and development context issues:

Ø Program Management:

• Representation and external coordination

Ø Internal Coordination:

• Management of Program Staff Direct reports

The task list is neither exhaustive nor restrictive and it is evolving.

Profile:**

• Relevant Master’s degree or equivalent in the development sector (Community Development, International Cooperation, Agriculture and Food Security, WASH, Youth Empowerment, Protection and/or other relevant disciplines)
• At least 8 years of relevant field experience in the humanitarian/development sector with a UN and/or Non Governmental Organization with at least 4 years in a senior Regional Program Development Coordinator or Manager role
• Proven experience in programming related to food Security, Livelihoods, Cash transfer, Wash, Shelter, DDR, Youth/Women Empowerment etc…
• Demonstrated experience and understanding in program work relating to the Somalia and Kenya contexts would be a distinct advantage.
• Proven experience in proposal writing and donor reporting in English, with written and verbal fluency French being a distinct asset.
• Knowledge of security, especially in unstable contexts such as Somalia would be valuable.
• Ability to work in challenging environments and achieve deadlines with quality work
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and a desire to mentor and develop staff.

Working conditions:**

• French fixed term contract
• Duration: 12 months
• Remuneration according to profile
• Monthly perdiem
• Social and medical cover

Starting date :ASAP