Deputy Executive Director and Head of Programmes at FIDA

Ref Number: FIDA/DED/12/2019

Job Summary: The position holder will deputize the Executive Director, in providing strategic leadership and ensure successful implementation of FIDA Kenya programmes. The post holder will also be responsible to manage grants portfolio, ensure timely submission of reports, and ensure development of quality resource mobilization proposals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the guidance of Executive Director, to manage and ensure formulation and successful implementation of FIDA Kenya programmes.
• Provide leadership, motivation, mentorship and productivity within the programs.
• Contribute to the development of programs, appropriate work plans and activities to be implemented.
• Providing technical support to programs and program officers in managing grants portfolio, analysis and information.
• Assist in developing and periodically reviewing resource mobilization strategies.
• Review and submit funding concepts and proposals in consultation with the Executive Director.
• Ensure preparation and submission of quality donor reports.
• Representing FIDA Kenya in external forums and partner activities.
• Coordinate the running of the three offices in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu.
• Assist the Executive Director to build and sustain effective partnerships with government, like minded organizations and other civil societies.
• Assist the Executive Director in enhancing FIDA Kenya’s visibility.

Job Specification:

• MUST be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate.
• Have at least SEVEN (7) years post admission experience; with three (3) years in a senior management position.
• Possess a Master’s degree in Law or Social Sciences.
• NGO experience is an added advantage.