Social Specialist at Hivos East Africa

Job Description

Qualifications

• Proven track record in social innovation and social design methodologies.
• You have a can do mentality with experience in project management and the facilitation of multi-actor platforms.
• Familiar with the coaching of individuals through various innovation and program development cycles.
• Able to ‘think outside the box’ and to apply creative approaches that challenge mainstream thinking and practices. In doing so, you are able to balance power relations and ensure a strong citizens voice.
• Strong analytical skills that allow you to challenge current work practices and enhance learning amongst Hivos staff and key stakeholders.
• Flexible team player and are sensitive to different cultural environments.
• Partnership builder, able to inspire and take along various players.
• Possess university degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 7 years working experience in an international purpose-driven environment, preferably in the world of international development and social innovation.
• Excellent writing and oral skills in English.

Deadline 31st October, 2017