Background information
The
is an international development, research and training organization with over
80 years of grassroots experience working in people‐centered and sustainable
development programs in Africa and Asia.
Job Summary
The
Community Managed Disaster Risk Reduction Manager will report to the Country
Director
The
post holder is expected to support the implementation of the Community Managed
Disaster Risk Reduction ( CMDRR ) activities and to deliver on capacity
building in CMDRR.
He/She
will also work with the Regional Applied Learning Manager to execute various
transfer of learning activities when called upon.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
- Facilitate the
implementation of CMDRR Project of IIRR.
- Monitor the
CMDRR program implementation by partners
- Building
partner’s capacity in project/management and program strategy with focus
on mentoring, coaching and training.
- Developing
collaborative relationships with strategic partners, donors, and key
stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness of IIRR CMDRR strategy and
sustainability of partners.
- Manage advice,
support and guide the existing portfolio of partners.
- Review and
validate the partners’ reporting on a regular basis to monitor the
progress and verify the projects are implemented in accordance with IIRR’s
requirements.
- Together with
the Finance Section, analyze the consistency of the financial and
narrative reports of partners, and their consistency with the project
progress on the field.
- Improve quality
and delivery with partners.
- Make regular
visits to the partners if relevant and if necessary.
- Organize and
facilitate workshop and training on CMDRR.
- Prepare a
training and workshop report including follow up plan.
Qualifications
- A minimum of a
Masters Degree in any of the social sciences.
Competencies / Attributes / Knowledge and Skills:
- Proven knowledge
and skills in implementing CMDRR Projects;
- Analytical and
innovative problem-solving ability;
- Demonstrated
ability to handle complex process and information integration issues;
- Extensive
theoretical background and practical experience in organization
development, civil society engagement, communication, lobbying and NRM.
- Ability to
coordinate major capacity building needs assessment, planning, development
and implementation of capacity building initiatives;
- Ability to
maintain effective working relations both as a team member and team
leader;
- Ability to
establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan and
those under his/her supervision.
- Proven
interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective
working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-interest,
multiethnic environment.
Experience:
- Experience in training
and facilitation of CMDRR.
- Minimum of Seven
(7) years of relevant work experience in coordination with NGOs and/or
donor organizations.
- Experience in
building the capacity of organizations and community institutions like
Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) communities in CMDRR.
- Understanding of
Community Managed Disaster Risk Reduction (CMDRR)strategies
- Experience and
knowledge of proposal writing, program budgeting, M& E.
- Ability to work
independently, with limited supervision and in a team.
- Strong interpersonal
skills and professional maturity.
Special working conditions:
- The incumbent
may have to work odd and/or long hours at a time to complete special
requests for projects.
- Commitment to
the realization of team goals, objectives and targets
Interested
candidates are to apply by email with an up to date CV and cover letter
including contacts of 3 referees and current remuneration package.
Closing
date for applications is 19th December, 2012 before 5pm to:
Human Resources and Administration Officer,
International Institute for Rural Reconstruction,
Africa Regional Center,
Human Resources and Administration Officer,
International Institute for Rural Reconstruction,
Africa Regional Center,
P. O.
Box 66873-00800, Nairobi,
Email:
recruitment@iirr.org
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
