Job description:
The successful candidate will lead a movement through partnership development, Church, and Grassroot mobilization that will advocate for a transformed National Police Service that upholds a culture of professionalism and respect for the rule of law. The incumbent will assess capacity gaps in the Criminal Justice System and develop ways of enhancing capacity among players In the criminal justice system. He/ she will manage departmental budgets and ensure the professional and spiritual growth of departmental staff.
Responsibilities:
i) Building strategic relationships with government agencies, civil society, key church leaders, and grassroots organization to catalyze change and move the government to own the work of Justice
ii) Providing leadership that results in a clear analysis of specific policies that makes It possible for police to abuse their power and have clear intervention strategies to change/develop the legislation/policy.
iii) Driving the advocacy and partnership agenda that results in policy change leading to the reduction of space through which police abuse their power.
iv) Leading a strong team that embodies IJM's rhythms and core values and efficiently and effectively delivers on their mandate.
v) Managing departmental plans to ensure timeliness and delivery as per the schedule and donor requirements.
Job requirements:
I. Masters degree In law, International Development, Policy, or a related field.
2. A bachelor's degree In Law.
3 At least 5 years experience In policy advocacy and human rights.
4. At least 3-years experience of in law practice.
5. Experience in program design, monitoring and evaluation and data use in support of programs in the developing world.
6. Proficient in group facilitation with demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with partners, staff, and colleagues with a high level of tact diplomacy, and confidentiality.
Please send your resume, cover letter, and statement of faith in one document to kenyarecruiting@ijm.org quoting the position in the subject heading before July 9, 2021. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Statement of faith - A statement of faith should describe your faith and how you see it relevant to your involvement with IJM. The statement can either be incorporated in your cover letter or submitted as a separate document and should include at a minimum a description of your spiritual disciplines(prayer, study e.t.c) and your current fellowship or place of work.