Accountabilities & Functional responsibilities
• Monitors, analyzes and advises the delegation on political issues, the conflict and security situation in Kenya and the Region, including the views and policy objectives of national authorities, opposition leaders, think-tanks, international organizations, NGOs, and the diplomatic community;
• Contributes to shaping the delegation’s overall strategies;
• Builds, maintains, and expands a high-level network of contacts, including government officials, parliamentarians, political opposition, and other key stakeholders. Facilitates access for management as needed;
• Supports the Delegation management in its strategic engagement and dialogue with relevant Kenyan authorities (e.g. MFA, diplomatic corps), identifying areas of convergence between ICRC and Kenyan policy interests, incl. through concept notes, analysis, and stakeholder mapping;
• Contributes strategically to internal coordination mechanism of ICRC prevention/operation, working with Management and Coordinators to strengthen its external influence and diplomatic role;
• Organizes briefings on political context and cultural sensitivities for delegation staff;
• Produces analytical reports, briefing notes, and other documentation to support political engagement and inform internal stakeholders;
• Contributes to the delegation’s operational priorities and humanitarian diplomacy efforts in Kenya.
Professional Experience required
• University degree or relevant professional experience;
• Minimum 6–10 years’ professional experience as a manager or programme officer in similar fields, organizations or governmental structures. Experience working with the ICRC or the movement is an asset;
• Confirmed strong skills in political analysis, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement within a similar field of activity;
• Ability to demonstrate the existence of a relevant network of contacts; and proven experience in cultivating networks;
• Strong sense of diplomacy.
What we offer
• Diverse and humanitarian-minded workforce;
• An opportunity to contribute to institutional efforts to protect and assist conflict victims worldwide;
• Training opportunities ;
• Flexible work schedule.
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