Deputy Executive Director (DED) & Head of Programmes at FIDA

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and ensure the formulation and successful implementation of FIDA Kenya programmes.
• In consultation with the Executive Director, provide leadership, motivation, mentorship and productivity within the programs.
• Contribute to the development of programs and appropriate work plans.
• Provide technical support to programs and project officers in managing Grants Portfolio.
• Assist in developing and reviewing resource mobilization strategies.
• Review funding concepts and proposals in consultation with the Executive Director.
• Ensure the development of quality proposals and submission of donor reports by programs.
• Representing FIDA Kenya in external donors’ forums and partner activities.
• Coordinate the running of the three offices in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu.
• Assist the Executive Director to build and sustain effective partnerships with government, like minded organizations and other civil societies.
• Assist the Executive Director in enhancing FIDA Kenya’s visibility.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate.
• Should have over seven (7) years’ post admission experience, three (3) of which should be in a Senior Management.
• Masters in Law or Social Sciences.
• Demonstrated competency in program planning, designing, monitoring & evaluation and financial management skills.
• Strong experience in Human Rights, Gender & Women’s Rights Issues.
• A proved track record of people management skills
• Ability to enhance great organization culture and establish great working relationships
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Closing: 18th August 2022