Mercy Corps Program Officer Jobs 2024 – Kenya NGO Jobs

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Mercy Corps Program Officer Jobs 2024 – Kenya NGO Jobs.

Mercy Corps Kenya looking for “Program Officer”.

Applicants with a BA/S in relevant field may apply on or before April 03, 2024.

Mercy Corps has been working in Kenya for over 30 years. With the formation of the independent Republic of Kenya in July 2011, Mercy Corps established a Country Office and has staff working all over the country to help build government institutions. Mercy Corps has maintained its presence in Kenya despite significant challenges in the operating environment by adopting a flexible approach to its work with the Government of Kenya.

Mercy Corps Program Officer Jobs 2024

The Mercy Corps has published a job vacancy announcement on March 20, 2024 for qualified Kenya’s to fill in the vacant post of Program Officer to be based in Marsabit, Kenya.

Recruiter	Mercy Corps
Position	Program Officer
Location	Marsabit, Kenya
Country	Kenya
Total Vacant Post	N/A
Qualification	BA/S in relevant field
Experience Required	At least Three years
Application Deadline	April 03, 2024

Mercy Corps Job Vacancy 2024

Essential Responsibilities
PROGRAM SUPPORT

Work with the County Coordinators and consortium partners to support all relevant aspects of RANGE implementation in pursuit of the program goals and outcomes.
Provide updates and analysis of key developments in Energy sector in the targeted thematic areas.
Identify needs and opportunities energy sector and provide relevant information to facilitate the program team’s ability to develop and implement renewable energy.
Under guidance by the Energy 4 Impact team, identify and oversee delivery of relevant market-led renewable energy and clean cooking interventions in program locations.
Document lessons and best practices on application of green technologies to support livestock systems, strengthen land management, and mitigate climate threats.
Support activities to strengthen capacities of the public sector, private sector, and communities in clean energy supply and adoption.
Under the guidance and QC by the E4I team provide technical assistance to any energy companies identified and engaged in the program.
Under the direction of the County Coordinators, develop and maintain relationships with organizations/ actors in key target sectors (e.g. faith organizations, youth groups, women’s organizations, CBOs/local nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), local government officials, etc.).

Qualification & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Energy and Environmental Technology/Renewable Energy related fields, Electrical Engineering, or in a related degree from a recognized institution.
At least 3 years’ experience implementing donor funded projects.
Knowledge and experience in implementing carbon reduction initiatives and clean energy technologies. Experience working with the private sector on technology and business model development is advantageous.
Experience in project development, financing, operation and capacity building of communities and partners on renewable energy solutions.
Excellent organization and project management skills.
Ability to interact effectively with the diverse project stakeholders, including government officials (National and County Government), private sector actors, local Implementing partners Community Based Organizations and community members.
Experience in project Monitoring and Evaluation.
Strong analytical and report writing skills.
Previous experience working in Kenya’s ASAL counties preferred.
Good knowledge and skills with the of MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access
Fluency in Swahili and other relevant languages necessary