Senior Community Development Officer Grade 5 (1 Post)

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Manager Social Safeguards and be responsible for providing information to stakeholders on policies/programs and project activities. The appointment will be on permanent terms, subject to satisfactory performance.

Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Identifying relevant stakeholders;
• Mobilizing communities and dissemination of information;
• Carrying out socio- economic survey and impact assessment;
• Developing mechanisms to ensure that the relevant policy makers are kept informed of the views and aspirations of the stakeholders;
• Developing strategies to promote the inclusion of relevant stakeholders in decision making;
• Establishing and maintaining database of stakeholder;
• Creating awareness among stakeholders on water and sanitation programs;
• Promoting community participation in planning, implementation and operation of water and sanitation projects;
• Participating in the preparation of proposals for community projects;
• Providing guidance to the CBOs and members of the community on preparation of proposals on community based projects;
• Identifying the challenges affecting the formation and operationalization of Community Water and Sanitation Service Providers;
• Participating in developing and reviewing Water and Sanitation Master Plans.

Qualifications and Work Experience

For appointment to this Grade a candidate must have: –

• A minimum of four (4) years relevant work experience;
  Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Community Development Studies or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Supervisory Skills Development Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a professional body where applicable;
• Proficiency in computer applications

Method of Application
The deadline for submissions is MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2024.
The Consultant may use the information provided by interested candidates to conduct background checks during the recruitment process. Please note that only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted and shall be required to present original copies of their National ID/ Passport, testimonials, academic and professional certificates, and transcripts during the interview.
Persons with disability, women and minority groups are encouraged to apply