Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of forcibly displaced persons and host communities? The International Labour Organization (ILO) invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Technical Programme Officer (P3 Level), based in Nairobi, Kenya.
The ILO, as part of the PROSPECTS Partnership Programme supported by the Government of the Netherlands, is actively engaged in transforming responses to forced displacement crises. Through innovative collaboration with partners like the International Finance Corporation (IFC), UNHCR, UNICEF, and the World Bank, the ILO aims to enhance socio-economic inclusion, education, child protection, and strengthen host communities.
This role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute technical expertise towards sustainable solutions, employment creation, skills development, and economic empowerment for some of the world’s most vulnerable populations.
If you are looking for a rewarding career that fosters inclusion, socio-economic development, and resilience, we encourage you to apply.
Vacancy Details
- Position: Technical Programme Officer
- Grade: P3
- Vacancy No.: DC/DAR/P/2025/01
- Publication Date: 22 April 2025
- Application Deadline: 6 May 2025 (Midnight, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania time)
- Job ID: 12952
- Department: Regional Office for Africa (RO-Africa)
- Organization Unit: CO-Dar es Salaam
- Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
- Contract Type: Fixed-Term (12 months)
This appointment is under technical cooperation projects and does not carry any expectation of renewal or career development within the ILO. Extension is subject to availability of funds, organizational needs, and satisfactory performance.
About the PROSPECTS Partnership Programme
Large mixed migration movements continue to shape global discussions and drive international action. Forced displacement causes significant socio-economic strain on host countries, most of which are low- and middle-income economies. Recognizing the need for sustainable and inclusive solutions, the PROSPECTS Partnership was established.
In Kenya, the ILO focuses on stimulating local economies, improving labour market access, supporting value chains, and enhancing skills development to empower forcibly displaced persons and host communities.
The Technical Programme Officer will play a central role in ensuring successful programme implementation by offering technical support, building partnerships, and advancing the programme’s strategic objectives.
Job Description: Technical Programme Officer
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Programme Management and Implementation
- Assist the Programme Manager (PM) with technical inputs, planning, monitoring, and evaluation of activities under the PROSPECTS Kenya programme.
- Support effective management of programme funds in line with the agreed work plan.
- Strengthen coordination efforts with relevant government ministries, ILO social partners, civil society organizations, UN agencies, and development actors.
- Ensure that all programme activities conform with ILO policies, strategies, and administrative and financial procedures.
Technical Support
- Collaborate with the PM to provide technical advice and implementation support to the PROSPECTS Kenya team and partners.
- Analyze economic and labour market trends in refugee settlements and host communities to guide programme activities, particularly in skills development.
- Establish partnerships with institutions involved in education, training, and skills development for refugees and host communities.
- Provide technical guidance and capacity building to implementing partners to ensure effective delivery of skills development programmes.
- Promote adherence to ILO policies, international labour standards, gender equality, and non-discrimination principles across all project activities.
Reporting and Knowledge Management
- Assist in the preparation and timely submission of detailed technical progress reports, extracting lessons learned and suggesting improvements.
- Support project monitoring and evaluation activities, working closely with national staff, the Country Office in Dar es Salaam, and the Decent Work Team (DWT) in Pretoria.
- Document best practices and contribute to knowledge management efforts to strengthen learning and adaptation.
Resource Mobilization
- Support the design, development, and submission of proposals for new projects.
- Assist in resource mobilization activities in collaboration with the ILO Country Office in Dar es Salaam and Partnerships.
Other Duties
- Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Programme Manager to support project implementation and objectives.
Reporting Lines
The incumbent will report directly to the Programme Manager of the PROSPECTS Partnership Programme for Kenya. Technical guidance will also be provided by the ILO Country Office in Dar es Salaam, the Decent Work Team in Pretoria, and relevant departments and specialists at ILO headquarters.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Advanced university degree in development studies, economics, international development, social sciences, technical and vocational education, or related fields.
- Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of relevant experience will be accepted.
Experience:
- A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience, including at the international level.
- Experience in refugee/displacement contexts, particularly on labour market integration, is highly desirable.
- Technical expertise in TVET systems, skills development, and employment promotion is required.
- Experience working with UN agencies, Ministries of Labour, Education, or other government departments will be an advantage.
Languages:
- Excellent command of English is essential.
Competencies
- Ability to deliver technical advice and guide collaborators and partners effectively.
- Strong skills in programme management, planning, and coordination.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Ability to develop training materials and implement capacity-building initiatives.
- Competence in conducting detailed labour market and socio-economic analysis.
- Ability to draft comprehensive reports and technical documents.
- Resource mobilization skills and ability to contribute to project development.
- Strong analytical abilities using both qualitative and quantitative methods.
- High proficiency in information technology applications.
- Demonstrated commitment to working in a multicultural environment, promoting gender equality, and upholding non-discriminatory practices.
Conditions of Employment
- Appointment and extension are subject to ILO Staff Regulations and medical fitness certification.
- Extensions depend on factors such as funding availability, continued need for the role, and satisfactory performance.
- For additional details on employment conditions, visit the ILO Jobs International Recruitment page.
Recruitment Process
All applications must be submitted online through the official ILO Jobs portal.
The selection process may involve written tests, interviews, and background checks.
Depending on logistics, assessments may be conducted via Skype, video conference, or teleconference.
The ILO has a strict zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.
Candidates may undergo background verification processes as part of due diligence.
Fraud Warning
The ILO does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment.
Applicants should disregard any communication not originating from an official ILO email address (ending with @ilo.org).
The ILO does not request banking information from candidates during the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online via the ILO Jobs portal.
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