Team Leader - Programmes

JOB TITLE: Team Leader - Programmes About KCDF Since its establishment in 1997, Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF) has built a strong basis for community driven development approaches and is unique in Kenya as a pioneer of community philanthropy and sustainable development. KCDF works through strategic and carefully selected partnerships in Kenya, both at the national and community level and strongly believes in the ability of communities to identify and prioritize their needs and with a little external support, pursue their own solutions to these needs. KCDF also recognizes that pro-poor policies are critical to be able to address some of the systemic challenges faced by vulnerable groups, hence the need to push for the development of the necessary policies to support the promotion of a just and fair society, as well as good governance. Overall Job Purpose The job holder will play a leading role in i) advancing KCDF’s push for a vibrant, credible and sustainable civil society sector while promoting stronger community voices and agency in building responsive and accountable governance structures and processes at the national and county level ii) providing leadership on KCDF’s education work which seeks to address issues of quality and access with a special bias for marginalized groups iii) coordination of Livelihood programmes and initiatives that cover the thematic areas of Education, Livelihoods, Environment and Natural Resource Management, Philanthropy and Effective Governance and Enhancing institutional effectiveness. The position will have a strong focus on programme quality and support. He or she will play a key role in supporting the Programme and Governance Directors in ensuring there is strong project level monitoring and evaluation, grants management, programme quality support and thematic advisor functions. Key Responsibilities Supervise a team of highly efficient programme development professionals with leadership for the achievement of the department’s objectives in programme development. Provide guidance, in line with KCDF’s Policy/Governance influencing agenda, on key legal & institutional frameworks and strategic high-level policy interactions that support an enabling environment for civil society, promote local organized giving/philanthropy and strengthen citizen engagement. Innovatively, take lead in Education programmes at KCDF, and overseer their development, efficient implementation, and reporting, as need may arise. Provide oversight in Livelihood’s development programming and related grant making initiatives ensuring innovation, efficient implementation, and capacity building for local community resources mobilization and donor reporting. Ensure effective grant management and appropriate identification of grantees or new partners at community, sub-county, county and national levels for various programmes. Work in close collaboration with stakeholders and actors in Education, Livelihood and Governance (Government and Non-governmental) both at national and county level to facilitate implementation of the KCDF’s programmes. Participate in relevant local and regional forums and networks that promote sustainable and participatory development. Work closely with the M&E team to develop annual consolidated programme implementation and staff development plans and budgets, complete with corresponding monitoring, evaluation, learning & reporting system/tools. Coordinating capacity development-related activities for KCDF’s partners and other local actors in diverse areas of organizational development (e.g., program management, resource mobilization, board development, communications and sustainability planning etc.) Support in the development of a coherent Programmes Strategy in line with KCDF’s Strategic Plan 2019 - 2023 to guide the departs work. Be proactive in exploring fundraising opportunities to grow various programmes aligned to the KCDF strategy, and in the actual fundraising activities as opportunities emerge, for both programmes and institutional sustainability. Key Qualifications Required: A University Degree in Development Studies or any other relevant area of specialization. Post graduate degree is highly desirable. Minimum 3 years’ experience in management position with responsibility in programmes management. At least 7 years progressive experience in a governance/policy environment, within a credible development organization. Experience in forming, working on, coordinating or leading various forms of partnerships like consortiums, alliances, networks etc. Experience in M&E systems, approaches and accountability mechanisms and frameworks. Experience in working in and advancing community led programming. Progressive experience in a governance/policy environment, within a credible development organization. Demonstrated experience in developing the capacity of community-based organizations and networks. Excellent analytical and policy articulation skills, communication, writing and public speaking skills. Excellent proposal writing and fundraising skills with demonstrable success. Strong leadership, team development and management skills. Excellent report writing skills. Diplomatic, networking and influencing skills in support of effective collaboration and cooperation with multiple stakeholders. Applications by qualified candidates should be submitted only by email hr@millenialhr.com addressed to the Executive Director and quoting the position “Team Leader – Programmes”. Attach your current résumé and daytime contacts of three referees. The deadline for submission of applications must be received no later 12th July 2021. NOTE: KCDF is an equal opportunity employer and only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. KCDF does not charge any fees from applicants for any recruitment. KCDF recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. It includes a robust safeguarding and code of conduct that all staff commit to adhere to in writing.