Institute of Economic Affairs - Kenya (IEA - Kenya): Jobs for Programme Officer

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Programme Officer - Budget Information Programme Job Vacancy: Institute of Economic Affairs - Kenya (IEA - Kenya)

The Institute of Economic Affairs - Kenya (IEA - Kenya), a membership organization that seeks to promote participation in public policy development through research and informed debate, seeks to fill the position stated below:

Programme Officer - Budget Information Programme

This position reports to the Programme Co-ordinator and is responsible for planning, implementation and reporting of Budget Information Programme activities.

Responsibilities and Competencies
Conduct public policy research in public finance as well as mounting public forums on topical subjects touching on public finance management
Manage public hearings to ensure that as many participants from private sector and social sector make cogent proposals, synthesise these and present to Ministry of Finance and Parliament
Provide training and support services to diverse category of stakeholders wishing to make submissions on the budget
Arrange regular briefing sessions, workshops and conferences for key players in public finance management
Research and keep track of public expenditure, especially social expenditure issues in the budget and provide updates to interested CSOs during the year
Build networks and coalitions with relevant CSOs and private sector groups
Prepare and ensure publication of easy to read materials on the budget for wide dissemination
Control and monitor expenditure of specific programme activities against approved budgets and available funding
Monitor and report on the progress of the programme
Develop proposals for further work in the Programme and fund-raising
Qualification and Competencies
Masters degree in a relevant field, preferably economic, public finance, public policy, development studies or political economy
2-5 years experience in project and public finance management
Demonstrate ability to undertake public policy research and advocacy with focus on public finance
Demonstrate ability to engage with policy makers, the media and any other entity on public finance policy issues
Experience in developing project proposals, designing and implementing programmes and monitoring and evaluating programmes and projects
Possess good analytical skills
Excellent computer skills, knowledge in SPSS statistical package an added advantage
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
An attractive remuneration package will be offered.

If you meet the requirements for this position, kindly send your application to the address below, marked PO-BIP Search enclosing an application letter, detailed curriculum vitae with references, current remuneration, salary expectations and a daytime contact.

The closing date for submission of application is 27th November 2009.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted

Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA)
P. O. Box 53989 - 00200
Nairobi

Or e-mail: admin @ ieakenya.or.ke