Regional Child Centred Community Development Specialist

Plan Plan International is a global, child-focused development organisation without religious, political or governmental affiliations. We work with and for poor children and communities in 48 developing countries around the world, 12 of which are in the Region of Eastern and Southern Africa. Our vision is of a world in which all children realize their full potential in societies that respect people’s rights and dignity. Plan policies and procedures ensure that the welfare of children come first.Closing date: 17 Dec 2010
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
This position contributes to the development of child rights programming by enhancing the capacity of Plan International’s countries in the region to deliver effective programs with a rights based approach to programming.

Skills and qualifications
- Degree level or equivalent, Masters degree will be an added advantage.
- Certified knowledge in rights based approaches to programming.
- Minimum of 5 years working experience in child rights issues in the NGO/voluntary sector
- Certified experience with adult training and training methodologies.
- Excellent understanding of Convention of the Rights of the child and other rights instruments.
- Ability to work with people at all levels, from different countries and cultures

Key Deliverables
• Clear strategies and standards, tools available to countries in support of key performance areas and principles of CCCD
• CCCD performance at country level is being regularly assessed and monitored (CCCD assessment) and follow up plans to address findings are executed.
• Represents Plan International at a high level through conferences, commissioned papers, articles and media interviews in the region and beyond.
• Increased and effective coordination with National Offices other Regional Offices and other organizations to attract the resources and talent required for the region to attain the vision of rights based programming in Plan International.

The successful candidate will be offered a package competitive to the local market.

plan.resajob@plan-international.org

Should you be interested in this position, please submit a cover letter, comprehensive CV and at least 2 names of referees. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Plan takes active measures in recruitment and employment to ensure children are protected.
Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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