OSIEA
Position
Available: Program Manager, Africa Regional Office
Based In: Nairobi, Kenya
Brief
description of role: The
position reports to the Program Support Division Director working to deliver
programmatic commitments in AfRO’s strategy and work plans.
He/She will
act as a point of contact and support for staff in foundations and thematic
programs seeking information, advice or input for their work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify
grant-making, operational and advocacy strategies to advance the
designated program focus areas
- Undertake
research/analysis including producing policy briefs and other written
materials relevant to AfRO’s priority areas of work
- Carry
out advocacy in support of AfRO and OSF goals and objectives
- Convene
foundation staff and relevant thematic staff around key Africa-focused
issues for information sharing and strengthening of strategy development
- Identify
external expertise and capacity that can contribute to OSF’s work and
develop knowledge and understanding of relevant fields
- Monitor
progress towards accomplishing strategic goals and take part in review of
programmatic work through portfolio reviews and other learning
opportunities
- Promote
new ideas for collaborative work in the Africa area and contribute to
collaborative projects and shared frameworks in which AfRO or other Africa
teams participate
- Join
and contribute to communities of practice across OSF, as appropriate
- Supervise,
promote staff growth, wellbeing and productivity through coaching,
mentoring and helping others develop their skills
- Prioritize
continuous learning through attending trainings within and without AfRO to
ensure consistent standards of excellence
- Promote
a healthy spirit of teamwork and communication within the AfRO team
through regular meetings and exchange of information
Qualification
/ Knowledge / Experience / Skills:
- Master’s
degree or equivalent with 10 years relevant experience working at regional
and/or continental level
- In-depth
knowledge of political/economic governance trends and developments in
Africa
- Understanding
of African continental and regional institutions and processes that
include inter-governmental and civil society organizations
- Demonstrated
experience of working to promote human rights and good governance at
different levels
- Strong
analytical, research and writing skills
- A
strategic thinker
- Experience
in grant making
- Ability
to work in a global multi-cultural team
- Able
to work with minimal supervision
- Ability
to develop and sustain networks and communities of practice in areas
relevant to AfRO’s programmatic work
- Integrity,
diplomatic manner and professional discretion essential
- Willingness
to travel as needed
Compensation: Competitive salary, with good benefits package
No phone calls, please.
Only
successful candidates will be contacted.
Search Closes: 3rd June 2016
Send resume and cover letter to: afrojobs@osiea.org
