Private Enterprise and Growth Advisory Job Vacancy: DFID Kenya and Somalia

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Reducing poverty is the primary aim of the British Government Department for International Development (DFID).

DFID Kenya and Somalia is responsible for managing the British Government's contribution to international development in Kenya and Somalia, with the objective of supporting governments to reduce poverty in order to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).

A vacancy has arisen for a Private Enterprise and Growth advisory post to be based in the DFID's Nairobi office. Appointment will be under local terms and conditions and is subject to security clearance.

We are seeking a professional with private sector or economic experience who will work on DFID's Kenya and Somalia programmes promoting inclusive growth that will result in the reduction of poverty.

You will provide quality advice across a range of sectoral and thematic areas.

The key responsibilities of the post are:

• Contributing to and advising on the preparation of new programmes for both Kenya and Somalia as well as providing cross cutting advice;
• Developing strong working relations with the private sector government and the development partners in supporting public financial management, private sector growth and economic reform.
  
• Providing advice to colleagues in DFID and externally on making markets work better for poor people.

You will have the following technical and behavioural competencies:

• A master's degree that is relevant to the work and a track record of professional experience covering such fields as economics; business administration, accounting, finance or development studies.
  
• Prior experience in providing policy advice at all levels to the public and private sectors would be an advantage.
• The ability to support the design and management of programmes/projects and their human and financial resources is required as well as showing skills in working effectively with colleagues and other professionals.
• The confidence to represent DFID and to communicate and lead DFID's dialogue in programme-related donor groups, relevant government-hosted meetings and in national events in order to promote and develop effective partnerships;
• The ability to analyse and interpret information, a wide knowledge of the role of the private sector in poverty reduction and to contribute advice on the investment climate, financial sector development and international capital aid flows

Benefits

• A competitive remuneration package will be offered including Medical & Retirement Benefit Scheme.

How to Apply:

1. If you are interested in applying for this position please send an email to dfid @ adeptsystems.co.ke to obtain the application form and relevant job description. Only applications made using this application form will be considered.
2. Completed application forms should be emailed to recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke or sent by hard copy to Adept Systems Management Consultants, PO Box 6416 Nairobi 00100.
3. The closing date for applications is 5.00 pm Friday 10th July 2009. Under no circumstances will applications be accepted after this date.
4. All enquiries should be directed to Adept Systems.

DFID is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Applications are welcomed from all parts of the community, and we actively encourage interest from women, ethnic minority groups and those with disabilities.

Selection is on merit.