Your responsibilities:
Oversee program operations in compliance with Malteser International as well as donor regulations and procedures
Conceptualise MI strategy and program in Kenya and contribute to developing new program ideas and concepts together with the program team and HQ
Develop staff capacity of national and international staff to ensure that staff can fulfil the required administrative, financial and project cycle management targets
Active networking and representation of Malteser International in Kenya vis-à-vis national authorities, national and international institutions, organizations, partners and donors
Management and supervision of international and national staff with technical and managerial support to all team members in fulfilment of their duties according to project objectives
Ensure implementation of security guidelines, monitor the overall security situation and adapt program implementation accordingly
Your profile:
Graduate or post graduate degree with relevant experiences in emergency relief, rehabilitation and/or development aid
Minimum 3 years overseas working experience in a (senior) management position in humanitarian assistance and development programs with experience in either of the sectors: WASH, health, livelihood and/or environment projects
Experiences in working with and through national partner organizations, understanding of the localization approach
Excellent and proven interpersonal communication and leadership skills to diplomatically manage relationships with local partners, authorities and donors
Strong international project management skills, community-based approaches would be an asset
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
Fluency in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills, German would be an asset