Policy & Advocacy Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy Announcement: Policy & Advocacy Manager

Our client is a Pan-African initiative established in 2007 and a member of the global Tax Justice Network that seeks to promote socially just, democratic and progressive taxation systems in Africa. 

Our client advocates for pro-poor tax regimes and the strengthening of tax regimes to promote domestic resource mobilization. 

The organisation aims to challenge harmful tax policies and practices that favour the wealthy and aggravate and perpetuate inequality. 

The main goal is to mainstream tax justice in the discourse of African civil society. 

The organisation provides a platform dedicated to enabling African researchers, campaigners, civil society organizations, policy makers, and investigative media to cooperate in the struggle against illicit financial flows, tax evasion, tax competition and other harmful trends in tax policy and practice.
 

Position Title: Policy & Advocacy Manager

Reports to: Director

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya.

Overall Purpose: 

To proactively drive the link between country-level, Pan-African level and global-level policy and advocacy related activities campaigning for tax justice and transparency in international finance by ensuring development and implementation of appropriate advocacy programs.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Spearhead linkages between country-level, Pan-African level and global-level policy and advocacy related activities campaigning for tax justice and transparency in international finance;
• Develop a clear strategy of positioning the agreed policy and advocacy agenda and an implementation plan for its efficient delivery;
• Identify policy gaps that require further research and work closely with the research officer to undertake/ coordinate policy research activities
• Provide  monitoring and analyzing of trends, initiatives and processes relating to tax justice across the continent and render strategic advice and guidance on policy implications to  development
• Develop and implement an Annual Operational Plan and budget as part of the process of achieving the annual milestones towards the outcomes and objectives of the Pan-African policy advocacy Program;
• Develop and maintain sustained Partnerships and Alliances with Civil Society Organizations and work with partners and allies in African countries to ensure partners engage  with national and regional bodies on taxation  issues
• In collaboration with the  other stakeholders, support the preparation of advocacy materials, including policy briefs, position papers, communication messages, position statement and any other material relevant to the ongoing campaign;
• Represent the organisation in challenging policy positions of donors and multi-lateral institutions

Qualifications and Key Skills

• Minimum of a Masters degree in Economics or  Business Administration from  recognised institutions of higher learning
• Post graduate diploma or certificate on policy analysis will be an added advantage
• Professional qualifications in accountancy will be an added advantage
• Demonstrate proven exceptional ability in Policy & Advocacy with at least 4 years experience in advocacy programs within the NGO sector and social movement with international NGOs or institutions;
• Demonstrate initiative and creativity; and be a strategic thinker with excellent inter-personal, communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrate excellent people management skills in a multi-cultural environment with specific knowledge and understanding of current tax trends in Africa
• Sustained experience in popular mobilization and Policy Advocacy work at International level especially on issues related to economic justice, other relevant issues;
• Relevant experience in policy analysis, lobbying and media work;
• Experience in networking and partnership and capacity in partnership management.
• A strong understanding of managing operations in the private, public and development sector concerns
• Demonstrable network of contacts and high standing in his/her profession.
• Proven record of building effective partnerships and strategic alliances.
• Experience in public policy engagements will be an added advantage
• Fluency in spoken and written French and English is an added advantage

Please submit your application and current CV detailing your experience for the post, current email and phone contacts to: recruitment@liaisonconsultants.co.ke  subject “VA – TJN-A Policy & Advocacy Manager” not later than June 11th 2011. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Communications Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy Announcement: Communications Officer

Our client is a Pan-African initiative established in 2007 and a member of the global Tax Justice Network that seeks to promote socially just, democratic and progressive taxation systems in Africa. 

Our client advocates for pro-poor tax regimes and the strengthening of tax regimes to promote domestic resource mobilization. 

The organisation aims to challenge harmful tax policies and practices that favour the wealthy and aggravate and perpetuate inequality. 

The main goal is to mainstream tax justice in the discourse of African civil society. 

The organisation provides a platform dedicated to enabling African researchers, campaigners, civil society organizations, policy makers, and investigative media to cooperate in the struggle against illicit financial flows, tax evasion, tax competition and other harmful trends in tax policy and practice.

Position Title: Communications Officer

Reports to: Policy and Advocacy Manager

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya.

Overall Purpose: 

The Communications Officer will be responsible for planning, developing and implementing internal and external communication briefs, media and outreach strategy to increase awareness on the importance of taxation to economic development in Africa.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop close working relationships with key stakeholders including media, donors and partners and collaborate with relevant stakeholders on communication related activities.
• Develop strategic communications and partnerships to extend the reach and impact of  programmes
• Under the guidance of the Policy and Advocacy Manager, develop and implement a communication and outreach strategy
• Manage and oversee the implementation of communications and brand strategy under the direction of the Policy and Advocacy Manager in collaboration with the director.
• Develop messaging around complex issues and ensure all communications are accurate, concise and that they promote opportunities to enhance the work of national partners and members
• Provide expert communications advice for partners and allies when required and enhance the capacity of partners in communication especially on tax related issues.
• Encourage and support staff in-member organizations to engage with and contribute to internal communications and knowledge sharing forums.
• Lead in developing specific communications strategies for upcoming campaigns and events, including identifying target audiences, devising public messaging and testing with audiences.
• Ensure these strategies and messages contribute to the political and tax policy change objectives of the campaign, are innovative and effective
• Participate in communications related meetings with key stakeholders at national and regional levels to help advance the Network’s Agenda.
• Organise and co-ordinate internal communication related meetings, and ensure follow-up of action agreed
• Document and share information through print and electronic media while ensuring that multimedia approaches including website, social media, such us blogs, twitter, and face book are considered as part of the strategies

Qualifications and Key Skills

• Minimum of a degree in social sciences or business  related and post graduate diploma in communication or journalism from recognised institutions of higher learning
• 3 Years in similar position within civil society or public organization
• Experience in brand management and corporate affairs
• Experience in both print and electronic media awareness and disseminations
• Knowledge of and exposure to policy analysis, lobbying and media work; networking and partnership will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate initiative and creativity; and be a strategic thinker with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Good analytical and good problem solving skills
• Multi tasking and ability to work under minimum supervision
• Excellent Computer skills
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and customer service skills in a multi-cultural environment with specific knowledge and understanding of current tax trends in Africa
• Fluency in spoken and written French and English is a prerequisite for this position

Please submit your application and current CV detailing your experience for the post, current email and phone contacts to: recruitment@liaisonconsultants.co.ke with subject “VA – TJN-A Communications Officer” not later than June 11th 2011. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Administrative Assistant Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy Announcement: Administrative Assistant

Our client is a Pan-African initiative established in 2007 and a member of the global Tax Justice Network that seeks to promote socially just, democratic and progressive taxation systems in Africa. 

Our client advocates for pro-poor tax regimes and the strengthening of tax regimes to promote domestic resource mobilization. 

The organisation aims to challenge harmful tax policies and practices that favour the wealthy and aggravate and perpetuate inequality. 

The main goal is to mainstream tax justice in the discourse of African civil society. 

The organisation provides a platform dedicated to enabling African researchers, campaigners, civil society organizations, policy makers, and investigative media to cooperate in the struggle against illicit financial flows, tax evasion, tax competition and other harmful trends in tax policy and practice.
 

Position Title:  Administrative Assistant 

Reports to: Finance & Administration Manager

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya.

Overall Purpose: 

To provide administrative assistance and support by facilitating effective coordination of office management responsibilities and providing administrative support to the other departments in line with the job responsibilities.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Administrative support
• Coordinate travel and related arrangements for staff members and external stakeholders
• Coordinate all procurement transactions for the Secretariat
• Maintain accurate records for office supplies and  property register
• Provide support during recruitment
• Provide Receptionist services
• Any other administrative duties as may be assigned by the superior from time to time

Qualifications and Key Skills

• Higher Diploma in Business Management/Administration, Human Resource Management or related field
• Degree in business studies, social studies, communication or related field will be an added advantage
• 3 years experience in similar position preferably within civil society or public organization
• Experience in office management, logistics support, switch board operations and contract management
• Excellent skills and knowledge in modern office procedures.
• Knowledge and exposure to human resource management
• Good coordination skills
• Excellent typing and computer skills
• Ability to operate modern office equipment
• Excellent communication skills
• Good interpersonal and people management skills
• Fluency in spoken and written French and English is an added advantage

Please submit your application and current CV detailing your experience for the post, current email and phone contacts to: recruitment@liaisonconsultants.co.ke with subject “VA – Admin. Assistant” not later than June 11th 2011. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Import / Export Executive Job in Kenya

 A company based near the airport is seeking an Import / Export Executive
 

MUST have import / export experience
 

Knowledge of the law and procedure, tariffs and duties
 

Strategically plan and manage financial and currency process
 

Ability to prepare payroll
 

Keep accounts, stock and purchases on order
 

Individual must multitask and be details and accurate.
 

MUST have a degree in relevant subject.
 

************Apply stating current salary************
 

Salary 40,000/- to 60,000/-
 

Deadline: 4th of June 2012
 

Applications:
 

Please send an up to date CV, stating position you are interested in, current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to; 

sue@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit recruitment & Training, Rhino House, 

Karen Road, Karen

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.
 

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job.