Program Officer (to be based in the Nairobi Office with travels)

• Develop an advocacy strategy in reference to the Kenya Women’s National Charter
• Oversee the planning meetings and implementation of national and county advocacy engagements
• Identify research and advocacy issues on gender equality
• Advice and guide community engagements with county assemblies and committees
• Advice and oversee policy engagement efforts
• Coalition building and mobilization to rally support of the issues with stakeholders
• Develop and maintain partnerships with other NGO’s, Government departments and relevant bodies in gender related cases
• Undertaking associated general administration including correspondence, the preparation of reports etc.
• Undertaking any other duties appropriate as may be assigned from time to time

• Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences, political science, or Law or other related degree or experience 3 years in similar position
• Advocate of the High court of Kenya and Master degree gives added advantage
• Should have knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring and evaluation
• Must possess strong writing skills, proficiency in computers, team player and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Should be able to work under pressure
• Demonstrate knowledge in gender and women’s rights issues. results oriented, creative and innovative
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be a good team player, highly self motivated and self driven

• Self-motivated, extremely organized, and collegial and have the ability to function well under pressure while handling numerous tasks simultaneously. 
• She/he must be willing to take initiative, prioritize with minimal supervision and work independently as well as function as a member of a team.
• The candidate must have demonstrated organizational skills and excellent computer skills including proficiency Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Impeccable field and internet –based research abilities
• Ability to work in a diverse team
• Strong interest in the area of women’s rights and a commitment to the empowerment of women
• It is also important with good interpersonal skill, co-operative attitude, cultural sensitivity, and positive attitude to working.