FHI 360 Technical Advisor (Workforce Development and Livelihoods) Kenya Job Vacancy in Nairobi

FHI 360 Technical Advisor (Workforce Development and Livelihoods) Kenya Job Vacancy in Nairobi

FHI 360 is a Non-profit human development organisation dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic development, civil society, youth, gender, research and technology- creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges.

FHI 360 Services more than 60 countries all 50 U.S states and all US territories.

FHI is seeking qualified candidate for the below position:

Technical Advisor (Workforce Development and Livelihoods)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Reference:  15629

Position Summary: The Technical Advisor - Workforce Development and livelihoods will work collaboratively with the key stakeholders to design and implement workforce development and demand- driven livelihood interventions for youth  and their households.

This position requires comprehensive understanding of and experience in the areas of market systems development, livelihoods and skills development, with strong capacity building skills.

Minimum Requirements

• A masters degree in Business Administration, International Development, Economics, Agriculture,  or related field. Or a Bachelors and equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 6 yrs experience in a leadership position responsible for developing marketing systems or livelihoods programming, preference given to a candidate who has demonstrated experience in economic sectors important  for youth development in Kenya (e.g. Agribusiness, retail, construction, etc)
• Experience in Projects promoting Agriculture and livelihood interventions, preferably in Kenya.
• Familiarity and understanding of USAID policies and procedures (highly preferred), or those of other Donors, donor funded projects, community –based projects, or corporate social responsibility projects.
• Proven abilities to set priorities, to multi task, and to work collaboratively across technical disciplines.
• Possess outstanding professional reputation and have strong demonstrated interpersonal, written and oral presentation skills.
• Well –developed written and Oral communication skills in English required, Kiswahili preferred
• Experience and demonstrated Knowledge of workforce development and livelihoods best practises.
• Knowledge of and experience with the design, management and implementation of workforce development programme.
• Ability to organise systems to monitor results.

How to Apply

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates are encouraged to register online through FHI 360’s career center https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com, Key-in the reference ID where a detailed job description will be availed.

Alternatively, you can apply through email to Kenya-HR@fhi360.org

Applications to be received not later than 25^th May 2015-05-07

Please specify source in your application and quote the requisition ID provided on the subject line  while sending your application, CV/Resume including salary requirements, to be received not later than  May 20, 2015. 

Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted.

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