FES has been active in Kenya since 1964 and has collaborated with a wide array of partners from universities, civil society organizations, trade unions, government departments, local communities, and political parties who share and support the values and ideas of Social Democracy. Its cooperation with Kenyan partners continues to be based on the values of Social Democracy. With partners in Kenya, FES works on different national, but also global and regional issues.
Type of Job and Expected Starting Date
The Programme Coordinator’s role is a full-time position at the FES Kenya Office in Nairobi and the successful candidate will be expected to report on 15th of August, 2023.
Duties and responsibilities
- Conceptualize, plan, organize, monitor, evaluate and further develop activities in line with the FES project outline, e.g., through high-level workshops, seminars, studies, public events and conferences in cooperation with different partner organisations or partner networks; this includes the preparation of concept papers, strategy documents and the completion of activity reports according to FES standards as well as preparation of Terms of Reference for research activities.
- Oversee budgets within working lines and managing project funds as per the organization’s rules and regulations.
- Assessment, analysis and reporting of (socio-)political developments and trends on climate policy; urban mobility and peace and security at local, national and regional levels.
- Identifying new areas of policy advocacy, research and/or training needs with regards to promoting climate justice; addressing climate related security risks at the national and regional level among civil society, academia, government institutions and trade unions.
- Build, maintain and continuously improve both FES and individual networks with strategic partners, inc. civil society, trade unions, policy makers, government institutions and think tanks on topics relevant to the work of FES.
- Actively assesses, propose, and deepen strategic partnerships with existing or potentially new partners and opportunities for cooperation with FES.
- Design innovative approaches and formats for activities and policy advice, including moderating events in cooperation with partners and in particular on climate change, peace and security, urban mobility and social developments in Kenya.
- Providing input/updates/briefings for internal processes such as planning sessions, meetings, strategy development as requested by the Country Director from time to time.
- Provide guidance and relevant support to programme officers, assistants, accounts department and interns on the work processes.
- Maintain regular/periodic communication with other FES offices/programmes on the continent and across the globe.
- Represent FES in relevant activities/conferences.
Qualifications required
- Applicants must possess at least a master’s degree or a Post Graduate Diploma in environmental science; Environmental Policy; Peace and Security; Environmental Community Development or equivalent.
- At least three years of professional experience in the field of climate justice/policy/climate security/urban mobility, project coordination and/or policy advice.
- Have a good knowledge of climate policy landscape and its politics at the national and international levels and at least two years’ experience of working specifically with civil society on the issues.
- Have knowledge of the FES philosophy and its approach to climate change, climate security and urban mobility. Applicants must be fluent in English as well as in Swahili, both oral and written.
How to Apply
Applications should consist of a motivation letter, a comprehensive CV and at least two references. FES is an equal opportunity employer – all applications will be considered on merit alone. FES Kenya welcomes applications until COB, 12thJuly 2023 by sending above mentioned and supporting documents to programmes(at)fes-kenya.org. Only successful candidates will be contacted.
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