International Partners in Mission
International Headquarters: 3091 Mayfield Road, Suite 320, Cleveland Heights, Ohio  44118 USA
www.ipm-connections.org 

Position Description

Regional Coordinator for Sub Saharan Africa

Reports to:		The Director of Programs & Partnerships

Supervises:	n/a

Major Function:	As a full time member of the IPM staff, the Regional Coordinator for Sub Saharan Africa supports the Director of Programs and Partnerships in all aspects of IPM’s relationship with potential, existing and past Project Partners, and like-minded organizations throughout the region. 

Qualifications:	Fluency in English, Swahili; preferably also French or Portuguese. Extensive travel a required.

Duties of the Regional Coordinator for Sub Saharan Africa include, but are not limited to:

1.	Project Administration, Evaluation & Replication
a.	Receives and responds to phone, mail, and e-mail inquiries from local Project Partners 
b.	Identifies potential Project Partners who fit the guidelines and goals set forth by IPM
c.	Works with successful Project Partners to serve as models for future Project Partners
d.	Evaluate projects bi-annually and develop strategies and timelines for increasing Project success
e.	Develops replication models and strategies with existing and potential Project Partners

2.	Technical Assistance & Training
a.	Provides regular training to local Project Partners in community mobilization, program planning, and organizational development 
b.	Creates and delivers technical assistance & training workshops seminars addressing the expressed assets and needs of IPM’s local partners, including the production of related manuals
c.	Supports technical assistance & training opportunities for other like-minded, regional partners as able and always consistent with IPM’s mission
d.	Works alongside Project Partners to develop earned income strategies

3.	Community Outreach
a.	Cultivates community-based, governmental and non-governmental organizations for partnership
b.	Engages the local philanthropic community in the mission of IPM
c.	Represents IPM regional meetings of like-minded organizations and networks as appropriate
d.	Identifies “high profile” opportunities for IPM to engage the local community
e.	Secures external funding for IPM’s Regional Office in conjunction with the Headquarters staff

4. 	International Partnership Facilitation
a.	Staffs IPM’s local Advisory Council
b.	Prepares meeting itineraries for IPM’s  headquarters staff during their regional visits
c.	Coordinates and host delegations from throughout the IPM Family
d.	Welcomes IPM partners to the Region and facilitates their visits as appropriate
e.	Participates in international CBO & NGO gatherings as requested

5.	Other Duties as Assigned by the Executive Director & the Director of Programs & Partnerships

Job Requirements:	
This position is open to Kenyan citizens who are able to travel internationally and independently as well as in a group setting. 

Education:	Bachelor’s degree a requirement. Master’s an added advantage  in a social science or closely related field, or significant experience.

Experience: 	One-year experience as a Program Coordinator, preferably in the region.  
Knowledge and experience with NGO development programs, a broad understanding of overall conditions in Kenya at the national and global levels, especially as they relate to women and children and specific understanding of, and experience in HIV/AIDS.

Languages:	A good knowledge of spoken and written English and Kiswahili together with good computer skills is mandatory. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.  

Communication: 	He /she should be a team player with excellent relational and communicational skills (oral and written). Ability to facilitate groups in an educational and interfaith atmosphere.

Management:	Proven capabilities of personnel management and financial resources management in multicultural and complex environments.

Contract:		Three (3) year contract renewable on an annual basis. 

Remuneration: 	Approximately 10,000USD P.A.

Expenses:	Office expenses related to rent, cell phone, internet, telephone, electricity, work related transportation and technology assistance/repair to IPM equipment will be covered by IPM

Equipment:	Computer & printer, fax, telephone and answering machine will be covered by IPM

Exclusions:	IPM does not provide health insurance to contractual employees but highly recommends that they carry such coverage.

Applicants are advised to read the qualifications for this position carefully. Please DO NOT APPLY if you are not qualified.
 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for applications 16.00 Hrs on 11 January,  2006.

Please submit your application to search@ipm-connections.org