Program Officer -Kenya

POSITION: PROGRAM OFFICER PROGRAM: KENYA AND REGIONAL PROGRAMs (1year contract, renewable depending on funding and good performance) Organizational Profile Change Agents for Peace International (CAPI) is a medium-sized Kenya-registered Christian consulting and development organization specializing in peace education, organizational strengthening and entrepreneurial development. CAPI seeks to develop, equip, and mobilize individual change agents, community peace structures and local peace-promoting organizations and to network them for synergy and greater impact. Some programs of CAPI are managed by local partner agencies while others are managed by CAPI itself. CAPI has programs and partner programs in Rwanda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, and South Sudan.
Description:	Key Roles and responsibilities The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with occasional travel to the field under the supervision of the Programs Coordinator. Program Provide leadership in the management and implementation of Kenya Peace and Conflict Transformation program Lead linkage meetings and efforts with key persons/partners working on peace and conflict resolution in Kenya and at times in other countries Produce regular accurate reports both financial and narrative on direct activities of the program as well as partners’ activities to supervisor. Monitor and Evaluate all projects in the Kenya programs Connect with CAPI programs in other countries and at the regional level Communication & Advocacy Coordinate and prepare with staff relevant information for the CAPI website including update of all program information. Plan attractive hand out materials and posters for presentations to funders, partners, international Quaker groups and international actors on all aspects of CAPI work. Organize in collaboration with staff members’ advocacy efforts on key topics. Train other staff members and partners in communication and advocacy
Requirements:	Education: A minimum of a Master’s degree in Peace Studies. A bachelor degree and at least 5 years experience in peace and conflict resolution would also be considered. Skills and experience: Demonstrated commitment to the philosophy and practice of peace, non-violence, human rights and social justice. At least 5 years experience in project management/coordination At least 2 years experience in preparing documents for public consumption such as information for website or published materials Fluent verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili; Excellent writing skills in English Demonstrated skills in advocacy and lobbying A team player with leadership skills Demonstrate ability to work independently Experience with report writing, documentation and evaluation skills Sensitivity and ability to work well in diverse cultures and beliefs Adept at usage of computers and software packages Familiarity with the Quaker values is an added advantage Creative, flexible and willingness to test ideas Verbal and writing skills in French will be a distinct advantage Kindly send your applications.