Field Officer Coast Region - Fo-Cr at National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK)

SUPERVISOR: Regional Coordinator

DUTY STATION: Coast Region

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

As the Principle Assistant to the Regional Coordinator, the field officer will be involved in the implementation of the Council’s corporate plan within the region.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate the involvement of the membership structures within the Region in the Council’s activities
• In consultation with the regional coordinator, facilitate the implementation and monitoring of programme activities within the Region.
• Undertake specific programme activities in the Regional level.
• Prepare periodic regional work plans and reports
• Facilitate the identification and nomination of candidates for scholarships
• Identify participants for NCCK leadership training and workshops in consultation with the Regional Coordinator
• Follow-up and coordinate beneficiaries of NCCK initiatives in the region
• Facilitate the empowerment of the membership and communities within the Region to identify their needs, mobilize their resources and resolve their problems.
• Assist the regional coordinator in fundraising for programme work within the Region
• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Regional Coordinator from time to time.

 JOB SPECIFICATION AND OTHER INFORMATION RELATED TO THE JOB

Level of Education/Academic Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Social sciences form a recognized university

 Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications

• Community mobilization skills
• Planning and Organizational skills
• Fund raising skills

Other Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required

• Mature Committed Christian
• Strong analytical and planning skills
• Ability to multitask and work with minimum supervision
• Self-motivation and ability to take initiative
• Excellent computer skills
• Strong inter-personal and communication skills

Relevant Job Experience

• At least 2 years’ experience in social science related work in a recognized organization