Latest Kenya Job Vacancy: International Development Law
Organization Recruitment For Field Program Manager
Field Program Manager
International Development Law Organization
IDLO is an intergovernmental organization that promotes legal,
regulatory, and institutional reform to advance economic and social
development in transitional and developing countries.
Location: Kenya – Nairobi
The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) has been providing
training and technical assistance to the Kenyan legal and judicial
sector for over 20 years, including: training for over 230 Kenyan legal
professionals and government officials; technical assistance in forming a
Kenyan NGO whose mandate is to continue providing legal training for
others; technical assistance in the establishment of the Kenyan Judicial
Training Institute and ongoing training technical assistance to the
Kenya Investment Authority.
Most recently, IDLO provided assistance to the Committee of Experts on
Constitutional Review in the design and drafting of the draft
Constitution. Subsequently, and in partnership with a range of civil
society organizations, IDLO undertook civic education initiatives to
prepare for the Constitutional referendum.
The Consultancy
The three-year Program entitled “Supporting Kenyan Constitutional
Implementation Process” aims to support Kenya in an effective,
efficient, and sustainable implementation process of the 2010
Constitution, by assisting with drafting new legislation in accordance
with the Constitution and international best practices, building
long-term legislative capacity, and improved application of the new
legislation. The focus throughout the Program will be on capacity
building for Kenyan institutions and individuals.
The
Field Program Manager (“FPM”) will work in close cooperation with
the Kenya Law Reform Commission, the State Law Office, the Commission
for the Implementation of the Constitution, the Ministry of Justice,
National Cohesion and Constitutional Affairs, as well as development
partners (including donors) and other stakeholders, to achieve the aims
of the Program.
The Field Program Manager will be the key player in ensuring a
successful implementation of the Program and promoting IDLOs work in
Kenya. The FPM will be responsible for managing the office in Nairobi,
including its staff and finances, maintaining relationships with both
national and international counterparts in Kenya, providing technical
inputs where needed, and representing IDLO with donors and working
groups. The FPM will also be expected to develop new opportunities for
IDLO programs.
The FPM will report to and work in close collaboration with IDLO’s Field
Operations Unit based at its Headquarters in Rome, Italy. The FPM will
also work in close collaboration with other IDLO Units and Departments
as may be required.
The initial consultancy contract will be for twelve months, with the
possibility of renewal up to an additional two years. The successful
candidate should be prepared to commence in January 2011.
How to apply
IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas
of its operations. We welcome and encourage diverse applications.
To apply, please visit IDLO’s employment website at www.idlo.int/jobsPC
Reference Code: RW_8BALN7-75
Closing date: 13 Dec 2010
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