Programme Manager, Governance

Qualifications

A solid understanding of the Kenyan Public sector with relationships in academia, government agencies, civil society, startups and the development partner community

Previous experience in working in the civic space to promote accountability and transparency ( Work in CivicTech/Govtech desirable)

Track record of working with the Kenyan Government on improving service delivery

Ability to build and manage relationships.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Strong training and facilitation skills.

Proficiency with social networking platforms including Facebook, Twitter, blogs, user forums, and customer support apps.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities shall include the following :
Identify critical governance priorities in Kenya for the unit & work with the team to initiate activities to stimulate solutions around priority areas

Research key governance issues to identify critical leverage areas around which GovLab should engage stakeholders and citizens

Provide expertise and counseling on regional and global policies in accordance with international best practices in order to develop innovative initiatives to regional problems

Engage relevant national, regional and global institutions on relevant governance issues in East Africa focusing on increasing civic participation in elections, digital rights issues, creating and promoting safe spaces and improving government service delivery.

Representing iHub in meetings and conferences as required

Producing materials for communications advocacy including but not limited to policy briefs, fact-sheets, infographics, press releases, newsletters, etc.

Assist in organizing and coordinating advocacy on governance issues or relevant policy development training

Organize and support facilitation of events including stakeholder workshops, training sessions, and events.

Use online and offline channels to disseminate information on projects to ensure maximum participation of critical stakeholders

Manage teams to deliver innovation and technology projects to a high level of quality

Develop documentation including but not limited to proposals, project plans, and reports

Responsible for achieving project milestone deliverables/timelines, track and report on all project metrics

Identify and engage new stakeholders including development agencies, research institutes, technical partners and end-users

Carry out other duties as assigned by the Practice Lead

Job Requirements
Required education
: Bachelor's degree

Required relevant work experience
: 5 years

Required languages:
English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)
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