Governance, Policy and Advocacy Lead at Shining Hope For Communities

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and Execute Advocacy Strategies: Design and implement tailored advocacy strategies in collaboration with SHOFCO’s SUN leaders, ensuring alignment with SHOFCO’s mission and the specific needs of each community.
• Capacity Building and Mentorship: Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and capacitybuilding support to SUN leaders, empowering them to effectively advocate for their communities’ needs and priorities.
• Government Liaison: Establish and maintain strong working relationships with county and national government officials, advocating for SHOFCO’s programs and ensuring their successful implementation.
• Policy Development and Analysis: Lead the analysis and development of policies that impact SHOFCO’s work, providing guidance to the organization on policy-related issues and opportunities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including community leaders, government representatives, NGOs, and donors, to build alliances and support for SHOFCO’s advocacy efforts.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Track and assess the impact of advocacy initiatives, providing regular reports and insights to SHOFCO leadership to inform future strategies and actions.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Sciences preferred, or experience in lieu

Other requirements (unique/job specific)

• Extensive Experience in Advocacy and Policy: Proven track record of at least 7-10 years in advocacy, policy development, or a related field, preferably within the non-profit sector or government.
• Experience Working with Community-Based Organizations: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with community leaders and grassroots organizations, particularly in developing and implementing local advocacy strategies.
• Government Relations Expertise: Strong experience in engaging with county and national government officials, with a solid understanding of government processes and policy frameworks in Kenya.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Previous experience in a leadership role, including mentoring and coaching teams or individuals to achieve advocacy goals.

Functional Skills:

• Community engagement
• Communication skills
• Relationship management
• Cultural awareness
• Leadership and navigation
• Managing people
• Ethical practice

Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:

• Relationship building
• Outspoken and assertive
• Honesty and integrity
• People oriented
• Negotiating and influencing
• Innovative
• Strategic focus
• Persistent and proactive