Job Purpose:
- With a global remit, working as part of the global HR Directorate, the Workplace Equality Diversity and Inclusion Adviser is responsible for implementing some of the key actions around training and communication in Concern’s Workplace Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy. Sensitive to the cultural diversity of Concern’s contexts, the job holder will work with stakeholders across the organisation in progressing Concern’s ambition for workplace equality, diversity and inclusion.
Key Responsibilities:
- In consultation and co-operation with relevant Concern colleagues:
- Design, develop and deliver workplace equality, diversity and inclusion training modules and inputs for Concern staff – both on-line and in person.
- Design and develop short training modules for other Concern colleagues to deliver with their teams in order to reinforce learning, and for staff who are unable to participate in on-line learning.
- Design and develop resources and materials to communicate Concern’s workplace, equality, diversity and inclusion values, and to promote discussion and learning in team meetings.
This will involve engaging and working with external contractors.
- Be responsible for the internal communication and promotion of Concern’s workplace, equality, diversity and inclusion values; good practice from across the organisation; and relevant resources. This will include managing an on-line space for workplace equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Organise and facilitate consultation workshops with staff on particular topics, as required.
- Provide training and administrative support to other people development initiatives led by Concern’s Learning and Organisation Development Team.
- Provide administrative and facilitation support to staff resource groups and networks focused on workplace equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Organise whole organisation events and actions to highlight and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion such as for International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
- Raise any issues or suggestions regarding workplace equality, diversity, and inclusion learned when delivering staff training sessions etc with appropriate staff/in appropriate fora, in order to promote improvement.
- Identify and promote external training programmes, webinars and resources with a view to enhancing employee understanding and practice in the area of equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Identify external trends and recognise best practice to increase diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst Concern’s workforce.
- Contribute to the development of policies and procedures relevant to workplace equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Build and develop good sustainable relationships with all stakeholders, working collaboratively with them to achieve common goals.
- Up-hold and promote Concern’s values, including our workplace equality, diversity and inclusion values.
- Accept, advance and pursue any new objectives or responsibilities assigned by the Head of Workplace Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
Skills and Experience Required:
Essential:
- A proven commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- A degree/masters and 7+ years’ experience working on the promotion of equality.
- Excellent analysis of power, and understanding of the issues which people from the range of groups which experience inequality and marginalisation face.
- Extensive experience of group facilitation and developing and delivering training.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, and social media skills.
- Ability to research and design awareness raising materials.
- Ability to work with a range of stakeholders collaboratively, in a conscientious and inclusive way.
- Ability to deal with difficult and challenging conversations.
- Solution focused with the ability to question and think creatively.
- Good Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
- Experience working with Concern or another non-governmental organisation.
- Empathy and understanding of Concern’s values and goals.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
Desirable:
- Fluency in written and spoken French.
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Job Summary
- The primary purpose of this role is to lead the management and implementation of the Concern Kenya Programme Advocacy Strategy in line with the Country Strategic Plan 2022 – 2026. This will entail fundraising, budget management, people management and technical leadership on governance and advocacy sector
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Advocacy
- Oversee the implementation of the Concern Worldwide Kenya Country Programme advocacy strategy
- Work closely and support sector leads, line manager and Country Director in defining sector specific advocacy needs, developing advocacy plans and framing key sector specific advocacy
- Work closely and support sector leads in Health and Nutrition and Livelihoods, the line manager and Country Director to define key sector specific advocacy research needs, developing advocacy research plans and overseeing together with the MEAL team on undertaking of advocacy research
- Together with the line manager and Country Director, map out key advocacy opportunities for the country programme on a quarterly basis and spearhead engagement within these spaces
- Build technical capacity and support to the country programme staff and local partners where appropriate in the implementation of advocacy strategy
Program Development and Implementation
- Provide leadership and technical guidance in the design, implementation, and monitoring of the governance and advocacy program in line with both the Concern Kenya advocacy strategy and relevant advocacy policies
- Collaborate with the Monitoring Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team to monitor and evaluate ongoing governance and advocacy projects for program effectiveness, high quality and timely program delivery as well as integration with other programs in health, education and livelihoods and make data-driven adjustments as needed.
- In collaboration with the Senior Officer, Grants, Partnerships and Fundraising, Programmes Director and any other relevant staff, take a leading role in developing expressions of interest (EOIs), concept notes and proposals for new projects
- Lead in carrying out a contextual analysis in the sector for a holistic view of the environment to aid in program design
- Coordinate the development of project costed work plans and detailed implementation plans
- Monitor over and under spending and initiate mitigation measures.
- Documentation of the programme process and successes including generating lessons learnt and case studies in collaboration with the Communications Officer.
- Coordinate timely development, review and submission of internal and external technical and financial project reports
- In consultation with the line manager, represent the programme in relevant meetings
Partnership Management
- In close collaboration with the senior officer partnership, support in identification, engagement, assessment and management of local partners as appropriate in line with the country programme’s commitment to localization
- Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, relevant line ministries, government officials and other Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
People Management
- Engage with direct reports for performance management and development through regular performance development reviews; monthly individual work plan development, implementation and review
- Participate in recruitment, induction and on boarding of new staff and provide ongoing mentorship, coaching and support for professional development.
- Manage leave planning and utilization for direct reports
Others
- Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
- Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
- Take all possible measure to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)
- Any other duties as assigned by the line manager
Person Specification
Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:
- Bachelors’ degree in Social Sciences, Law, Development Studies, Economics .A Master's degree in public policy will be an added advantage
- At least 8 years’ proven experience managing advocacy and influencing for country programme portfolios, including development of high-quality advocacy strategies
- Strong analytic skills and proven experience in conducting social science research, publishing, communications, knowledge management
- Experience in leading on advocacy campaigns at national level including with media engagement
- Proven experience in fundraising and development of fundraising instruments such as EOIs, concept notes, proposals for advocacy related projects
- Excellent communications, planning and problem solving skills
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
- Data-driven presentation and decision-making skills
- Knowledge of budgeting and financial management
- Experience and commitment to diversity, equality and inclusivity
Preference will be given to candidates who have:
- Strong facilitation and time management skills with an ability to plan ahead, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles and manage competing priorities
- High integrity and demonstrated ability to follow standards and policies
- Ability to work in a systematic and organized manner and attend to details
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Competencies required:
This position will demand a highly motivated, committed and energetic individual who will be able to manage, engage others, influence and communicate effectively.
- Effective management
- Individual leadership
- Communicating and working with others
- Creativity and innovation
- Influencing, advocacy and networking
Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three referees and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as 'Manager Advocacy' on or before Friday 5th January 2024. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
Closing date
5 Jan 2024
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Job Summary
- The primary purpose of this role is to lead in networking, fundraising, designing, managing and overseeing implementation, of education sector projects to ensure the success and growth of the sector. The holder is expected to collaborate with the Country Management Team, line manager and Senior Officer, Grants, Partnerships and Fundraising to identify funding opportunities in Education sector both locally and globally in collaboration with the global fundraising teams.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Program Development and Implementation
- Provide leadership and technical guidance in the design, implementation, and monitoring of the education program in line with both the Concern Kenya and global education strategies and relevant education sector policies
- Build technical capacity and support to Education staff, and local partners where appropriate in the implementation of education programs
- Collaborate with the Monitoring Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team to monitor and evaluate ongoing education projects for program effectiveness, high quality and timely program delivery as well as integration with other programs in health and livelihoods and make data-driven adjustments as needed.
- In collaboration with the Senior Officer, Grants, Partnerships and Fundraising, Programmes Director, Field Operations Coordinator and any other relevant staff, take a leading role in developing expressions of interest (EOIs), concept notes and proposals for new projects
- Lead in carrying out a contextual analysis in the sector for a holistic view of the environment to aid in program design
- Coordinate the development of project costed work plans and detailed implementation plans
- Monitor over and under spending and initiate mitigation measures.
- Documentation of the programme process and successes including generating lessons learnt and case studies
- Coordinate timely development, review and submission of internal and external technical and financial project reports
- In consultation with the line manager, represent the programme in relevant meetings
Partnership management
- In close collaboration with the senior officer partnership, support in identification, engagement, assessment and management of local partners as appropriate in line with the country programme’s commitment to localization
- Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including education sector stakeholders, relevant line ministries, government officials and other Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
People Management
- Engage with direct reports for performance management and development through regular performance development reviews; monthly individual work plan development, implementation and review
- Participate in recruitment, induction and on boarding of new staff and provide ongoing mentorship, coaching and support for professional development.
- Manage leave planning and utilization for direct reports
Others
- Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
- Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
- Take all possible measure to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)
- Any other duties as assigned by the line manager
Person Specification
Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:
- Bachelors’ degree in Education. Master's degree will be an added advantage
- At least 8 years’ proven experience and leadership in program management within the NGO education sector in Kenya
- Familiarity with education sector policies, guidelines, standards and current trends in programming
- A strong understanding of the Education context in Kenya, especially in vulnerable communities
- Proven experience in fundraising and development of fundraising instruments such as EOIs, concept notes, proposals for Education Programmes
- Excellent communication, planning, organization, analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
- Data-driven decision-making skills and proficiency in program evaluation
- Knowledge of budgeting and financial management.
- Commitment to educational excellence, equality and inclusivity
Preference will be given to candidates who have:
- Strong facilitation and time management skills with an ability to plan ahead, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles and manage competing priorities
- High integrity and demonstrated ability to follow standards and policies
- Ability to work in a systematic and organized manner and attend to details
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Commitment to adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Code of Conduct and Associated Policies
Competencies required:
This position will demand a highly motivated, committed and energetic individual who will be able to manage, engage others, influence and communicate effectively.
- Effective management
- Individual leadership
- Communicating and working with others
- Creativity and innovation
- Influence, advocacy and networking
Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three referees and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as 'Manager Education' on or before Friday 5th January 2024. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
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