Programs Coordinator at County Assemblies Forum

The County Assemblies Forum (CAF) is the coordinating body of the 47 County Assemblies of the Republic of Kenya. It seeks to institutionalize law-making and oversight capacity for the county assemblies in Kenya and form linkages with other arms of Government. MISSION To provide effective leadership and coordination of the 47 County Assemblies and through policy and legislative action, promote a conducive working environment for all its members, and that way deliver quality service to the people VISION MANDATE The County Assemblies Forum (CAF) envisions County Assemblies that are responsive to Public Participation and support effective service delivery by County Governments. OUR GOALS To produce vibrant County Assemblies, that are responsive to public participation and that support effective service delivery by county governments. Guiding Principles Integrity , Transparency , Commitment , Accountability , Teamwork , Accessibility , Inclusivity , Responsiveness , Empowerment.

TASKS

Under the guidance of the programs departments, the consultant shall:

1. Provide programmatic leadership in the conceptualization and design of the public hearings in target counties.


2. In consultation with the county, develop and agree on the overall work plan for public hearings.


3. Plan and work jointly with target counties to ensure effective and meaningful public participation of the draft Bills.


4. Schedule, organize and work with the respective county governments directorates, to facilitate public forums.


5. Support counties to prepare county specific public forums reports.


6. Working with the county legal departments, incorporate feedback received onto the draft Bills


7. Facilitate, coordinate and monitor approval process by the County Executive Committee and submission to the County Assembly for consideration.
   
   Deliverables


8. Facilitate in presentations and coordination of the public forums as per the agreed work schedule.


9. Produce an outcome and process report of the public hearing.


10. Draft county PP bills ready for submission to the County Executive Committee for approval.


11. Follow through the submission and approval of the Bill by the county assemblies.

Qualifications & Experience

Candidates should have the following qualifications and experience:

• University degree in social science


• Professional experience of 6 years in a national or international NGO with a track record in successfully designing and managing large and complex developments programs in collaboration with government and development partners.


• Proven experience as programs coordinator


• Knowledge of program management and development procedures


• Tech Savvy, proficient in MS Office


• Ability to work with diversity and multi-disciplinary teams


• Excellent time management and organizational skills


• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills


• Experience working with county assemblies will be considered as an added advantage


• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

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