Programme Officer at Flexi-Personnel

JOB PURPOSE

• The Programme Officer will take lead in strengthening the monitoring of the programmatic aspects of ERIKS’ support to projects implemented by local partner organizations in Kenya.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Programme Strategy and Planning

• Develop and elaborate country strategies in line with organizational priorities.
• Compile and submit annual country reports summarizing progress, challenges, and lessons learned.

Partnership Management

• Identify and assess potential partner organizations for the implementation of country strategies.
• Conduct organizational capacity assessments of partner organizations.
• Support partners in developing and implementing capacity development plans.
• Review partner concept notes and intervention descriptions to ensure alignment with ERIKS’ and donor requirements.

Representation and Networking

• Represent ERIKS in-country and promote its brand among key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with embassies, INGOs, government departments, and other relevant actors.
• Programme Implementation and Compliance
• Review humanitarian interventions submitted by partners to ensure compliance with internal policies and donor regulations.
• Monitor the implementation of projects to ensure adherence to approved plans and budgets.
• Support partners in sound financial management throughout project implementation.
• Review partner financial requisitions in coordination with the Finance Officer and Head Office.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Review and provide feedback on partner narrative and financial reports.
• Conduct regular field visits to assess project performance, provide technical support, and verify results.
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting for internal and donor accountability
•  A full job description is available for shortlisted candidates who may wish to view it.

Other elements of the job:

• Administrative oversight of the ERIKS office in Nairobi.
• Upholding of ERIKS’ policies, guidelines and routines.
• Comprehension and adherence to ERIKS’ values, vision and mission.
• Adherence to ERIKS’ Code of Conduct and ERIKS Child protection Policy.
• Knowledge and contribution to ERIKS’ general objectives and strategies.
• Thorough execution of duty and assignments in line with ERIKS’ policies, guidelines and routines, with personal responsibility for the quality of the work done.

EDUCATION, PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, development studies, law, Human Rights, or other study related to humanities. Master’s degree is an advantage.
• At least 5 years’ experience in NGOs, with good understanding of Human/ Children’s Rights and experience in Child Rights Programming.
• Strong programme management, monitoring, and reporting skills.
• Experience working with community-based organisations.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, donor compliance, and child protection frameworks.
• Practical experience in Institutional and other forms of Fundraising and Donor reporting
• Excellent analytical and communication skills (English required; Kiswahili desirable).
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and networking abilities.
• Effective representation and networking at various forums, institutions, and government levels.

Desired Competences

• Well informed about the social, political, and economic contexts in the East Africa countries.
• Self-starter with the ability to deliver specific tasks without supervision
• Positive attitude and good listening, innovation and creative abilities.
• Capacity to work with national and international organisations, authorities and various management structures.
• Aptitude for planning, foresight and problem solving.
• Capacity to work under pressure and beyond time limits.