The African Women’s Development and Communication Network (FEMNET) is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Programmes Manager.

This position offers possibility of gaining experience working for a lead African women’s Regional organisation in a very stimulating, multicultural and dynamic environment. The position will involve considerable travel within Africa and other parts of the world.

Purpose of the Position

The Programme Manager is responsible for ensuring the coordination of the programmes and projects of FEMNET and ensuring that the staff members take advantage of the synergies that enhance the effectiveness of the Network’s Programmes.

The Programme Manager will contribute to the conceptualisation of the initiatives and projects to be undertaken under the three main program areas – Communication, Capacity building and Advocacy.

The PM will be responsible for working closely with the Programmes team to development the annual work plan for the Network and oversee its implementation according to FEMNET’s contractual obligations and internal policies.

She will ensure that all reporting is done in a timely manner meeting the set standards of the Regional Network. The position holder is also responsible to consult with the Executive Director on matters of staff and Executive Board development and ensure the implementation of the agreed plans and monitor progress.

The Programme Manager will work closely with the Executive Director and Financial Administrator to ensure that FEMNET has the resources required to meet the institutional and Programmes’ related obligations.

The position holder will report to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities of the Position

Responsibilities relating to the Executive Board and Board of Trustees

Assist the Executive Director and Financial Administrator with the preparation of half-yearly and annual narrative reports and quarterly financial reports for the Executive Board;Ensure the preparation of programme and all documentation for meetings of the Executive Board and those of the Board of Trustees in both English and French;Assist the Executive Director with the process of resource mobilisation and implementation of the FEMNET Building Project and coordinate all follow up to decisions agreed upon by the Building Project Task Force, fundraisers and the Executive Board and/ or Board of Trustees in relation to resource mobilisation.Assist the Executive Director as may otherwise be required in implementing the strategic directions received from the Executive Board and Board of Trustees.Responsibilities relating to the Executive Director and Programme Management
Assist the Executive Director with the preparation of new programme/project proposals, including their budgetary aspects in collaboration with the Finance Administrator;Assist the Executive Director with resource mobilisation for new programmes/projects as may be required;Work with the Executive Director and Programs Staff to develop the annual work plan and the periodical strategic documents for the Network.Ensure forward planning and management of programs and projects.Ensure that all Program staff members prepare their quarterly and half year reports in line with the M& E framework of the organisation and then prepare a combined narrative report which enables the team to track progress and areas for improvement.Liaise with the Executive Director to organise regular staff meetings and the annual staff retreat and thereafter assist with the follow up of implementation of agreed plans.Supervise staff members responsible for on-going programme/project implementation to ensure that programmes/projects are executed in accordance with FEMNET’s contractual obligations and internal policies;Ensure the timely preparation of narrative and financial reports for on-going programmes/projects according to FEMNET’s contractual obligations in collaboration with the staff members responsible for on-going programmes/projects and the Finance Administrator;Assist the Executive Director with administrative functions as may be required;Support the development and maintenance of strategic linkages with key contacts with women’s rights organisations in Kenya.Deputise and represent the Executive Director in her absence/stead as may be required.Represent FEMNET in different for a as may be agreed upon with the Executive DirectorQualifications, Skills and Experience for the Position
Demonstrated interest and experience in gender and development and/or women's human rights in Africa;A degree in a relevant social science and a masters degree will be an added advantage;Demonstrated training and/or experience in programme/project management, including programme/project conceptualisation, development, resource mobilisation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation;Demonstrated training and/or experience in human resource and financial management;Knowledge of grant-making around gender and development and/or women’s human rights in Africa;Demonstrated ability to fundraise for gender and development and/or women’s human rights in Africa;Demonstrated capacity to communicate and work in both English and French.Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking skillsDemonstrated ability to work well independently and as part of different teamsRemuneration

This position is a regional position and compensation is competitive with attractive benefits depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate and the FEMNET’s salary structure.

Please send in your application letter and curriculum vitae of not more than five pages by email or fax by 4: 00 pm on the 28th of February 2011 to the Office Administrator, on admin@femnet.or.ke or by post to P. O. Box 54562, Nairobi, Kenya.

Include three names of your referees and their contacts.

No applications should be sent by fax.

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The African Women’s Development and Communication Network (FEMNET), a pan-African women’s network, is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Advocacy Programme Assistant.

This position provides an opportunity to support exciting advocacy initiatives and campaigns on women’s human rights in a stimulating, multicultural and dynamic environment.

The position may involve travel within Kenya, Africa and other parts of the world.

Responsibilities

The Programme Assistant will support the Advocacy Officer and other staff members when required, in managing the following activities as part of implementing the FEMNET Strategic Plan (2011 – 2013) and the Advocacy Unit Annual work plans:

Oversee and manage selected advocacy campaigns at Sub- regional or regional level;Work closely with the Advocacy Officer to prepare for different forms of interactions organized by FEMNET such as dialogues, meetings and conferences, including managing regular communication with target audiences and the logistics involved;Facilitate African women’s participation in various sub-regional, regional and global forums particularly managing the communications and logistics prior to and during the post –event period to finalize the evaluation aspects;Contribute articles for the Africa Women’s Journal and other strategic publications based on FEMNET’s experiences and programs;Support the Advocacy Officer to meet the requirements of FEMNET’s monitoring, evaluation and reporting targets under specified projects;Provide support to the Advocacy Officer in moderating specific list-serves and new media platforms such as Facebook that keep the key stakeholders for the Advocacy Programme engaged with the various processes;Maintain a database on Advocacy projects, resources and partners and reporting requirements and work closely with the Advocacy Officer to have this information updated on a quarterly basis;Work closely with the relevant staff members to generate information for the FEMNET website on the Advocacy Programmes and activities;Provide support, orientation and supervision of Advocacy Programme interns and volunteers where applicableUndertake other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in women’s or gender studies, international relations or other relevant fieldDemonstrated commitment to advancing women’s rights and gender equalityExperience in women’s rights work, preferably at sub-regional or regional levelExperience in communications including electronic communicationsProven skills in administration, organization and problem solvingExceptional verbal and written communication skillsHigh levels of initiative, creativity and self-motivationAbility to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and willing to perform diverse tasks as neededSolid knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher and SkypeBi-lingual in English and French (preferably)Ability to travel as neededThe remuneration package is competitive and will be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

Send your application letter and Curriculum vitate of not more than 5 pages to the Office Administrator, FEMNET on admin@femnet.or.ke by the 28th of January 2011 including three names of your referees and their contacts.

We shall only contact the short listed candidates by the 4th of February 2011.

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