Project Coordinator Job Vacancy at DSW International in Nairobi Kenya 2013
International Project Coordinator
DSW (Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevoelkerung) is an international development and advocacy organisation with its headquarter in Hannover, liaison offices in Berlin and Brussels and country offices in Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
DSWs main goal is to help people free themselves from poverty.
For this purpose we support integrated programs in sexual reproductive health and rights focusing on youth empowerment, advocacy, and capacity building of local partners.
DSW seeks to recruit an International Project Coordinator to be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travels within Eastern Africa.
The International Project Coordinator will ensure the effective planning, implementation and monitoring of the EU funded Fit for Life regional project in Kenya, Tanzania and Ethiopia based on the agreed contract with the donor.
Areas of responsibility for the position include:
- Coordinate the EU funded project addressing poverty reduction and sexual reproductive health ensuring budgetary and financial management as well as quality project outputs
- Supervise activities carried out by DSW country offices and partners
- Assure that high quality reports are submitted to donors on time
- Promote and manage partnerships with local and national Government
- Liaise with EC delegations, other donors and international NGOs
- Identify and seek funding to sustain and expand DSW’s project portfolio, consistent with DSW’s mission, vision and strategic plan
Requirements:
- BA degree in social science or relevant development field
- 5 years experience in working with an international non-profit organization
- 3 years experience in EU grant management
- Flexibility, problem solving with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure
- Excellent communication skills in spoken and written English
- Proof of submitting successful grant applications
- Be a resident in Kenya
DSW is an equal opportunity employer.
If you are interested, please send your application (CV and motivation letter stating your salary expectations) with the reference “(International Program Coordinator)” to: vacancies@dswkenya.org
Deadline for application: Before midnight on 15th August 2013(Kenyan time)
Ideal start date: Immediately
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
For more information see www.dsw-online.org