Program Officer at FIDA Kenya

FIDA/SPO/11/2018

Position Based In Mombasa

Candidates from Coast region are encouraged to apply.

Report to: The Deputy Executive Director and Head of Programmes

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to FIDA Kenya clients.
• Provide legal representation to FIDA Kenya clients.
• Prepare pleadings and legal briefs.
• Make interventions and petitions on behalf of the public in gender related issues including Public Interest Litigation (PIL).
• Link with strategic partners including NGOs, Government departments and relevant bodies.
• Support clients to access justice through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and other informal justice systems.
• Training clients on self-representation.
• Preparation of programme /activity plans and reports.
• Authorize expenditure at the sector/departmental level through approving requisitions, approving litigation fund.
• Monitor and evaluate programmes and activities (prepare and oversee the preparation of team’s work plan, result based management reports, monthly team reports, activity reports)
• Supervises staff in Mombasa regional office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized University.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with FIVE (5) years post admission experience.
• Must possess a valid practicing certificate.
• Should have knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring & evaluation.
• Must possess strong writing skills, proficiency in computers, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Litigation, Gender & Women’s rights Issues.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.