Responsibilities
The Community Mobilization Expert who will be under the direct
supervision of PINUA Project Manager and head of Kenya Country Programme will
be required to: –
- Study,
consolidate and adapt the existing community mobilization, engagement
guides and action plans developed for the Kisumu to the Ex-Grogon
community to ensure that it complies with the PINUA implementation plan.
- Examine
registry data, source in collaboration with the Slum Upgrading Department
and the Nairobi City County Government to develop a real time mobilization
and group actions of the beneficiaries of Ex-Grogon site with disaggregate
for women and youth in the context of the community led house production.
- With
consultation and concurrence with the Project Implementation Technical
Team (PITT), collaborate with partners particularly the county and
national government in the organization of meetings and events (scheduling
and confirmation of participation, preparation of material, identification
of logistical needs, preparation and management of attendance lists,
presentation files, etc.)
- Organize
field visits and manage collaboration with local partners (CBOs/NGOs)
- Record
meetings, activities, projects and interagency initiatives through minutes
and reports; or documents related to the project and / or initiatives of
Ex-Grogon site (letters of invitations, contacts, presentations, among
others), as requested.
- Collaborate
in the follow-up of the community group actions and referrals of the
deliberations of the meetings and other activities, in coordination with
the PITT.
- Collaborate
on the improvement and updating of shared files information,
documentation, initiatives, activities offered to the partners for
Ex-Grogon site where applicable.
- Catalogue
and archive the physical documentation of the project information, in
coordination with the PINUA Project Manager.
- Report
to the PINUA Project Manager/UN-Habitat on a regular basis, identifying
and anticipating in a timely manner potential risks and issues that may
affect project delivery and advice on mitigating measures.
- Support
project communications and advocacy by organizing community events in
project sites.
- Provide
structured mentorship to two young professionals or interns through the
delivery of all the outputs.
Qualifications
- First-level
university degree (Undergraduate, Bachelor or equivalent) preferably in a
field related to the post description with minimum of 4 years of relevant
work experience is required.
- A
minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in
community development/ social work in the context of human settlement/
urban development sectors is required.
- Experience
working in an international organization/ non-governmental organization is
highly desirable.
- Good
understanding of the local community content and connected power dynamics
is desirable. Experience in human rights, gender equality or youth
empowerment is desirable.
- Knowledge
of concepts and main debates related to housing administration, urban
planning, housing finance, gender equality, youth is desirable. He/she
must also have good oral and writing skills in the English language.
Skills:
- Good
oral and writing skills in the English language is required.
Competencies: –
- Develops
and implements sustainable community engagement strategies, thinks long
term and externally in order to positively shape the PINUA project. –
- Treats
all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and
encourages others to do the same.
- Upholds
organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of
trustworthiness.
- Builds
and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for
others (if relevant to the role). –
- Understands
that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our
beneficiaries. –
- Open
to change and flexibility in a fast-paced environment. Effectively adapts
own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements.
- Reflects
on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even
under pressure. –
- Always
pursues continuous improvements. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear,
concise and open manner. –
- Actively
listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by
overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
How to Apply
