Programmes Manager

Vacancy: Programmes ManagerLocation: Nairobi with frequent travelReporting to: Executive DirectorSalary Range (Monthly): 250,000-270,000Contract: One year, with a possibility of renewalPURPOSE:To manage the day to day implementation and management of programmes and resource mobilisation for the Coalition on Violence Against Women (COVAW).CONTEXT:Coalition on Violence Against Women (COVAW) is a Kenyan women’s rights organisation founded on human rights and feminist principles, that seeks to promote women’s rights. COVAW works towards a society free from all forms of violence against women and girls.COVAW Strategic Plan 2024-2028 focuses on four strategic areas, which are:* Mitigation, prevention and response to Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV); * Access to comprehensive Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services * Access to justice (legal, climate, economic and gender justice). * Women's leadership and governanceRead COVAW Strategic Plan 2024-2028 hereCOVAW’s current programmes address sexual and gender-based violence, including harmful traditional practices, technology-facilitated GBV, promote disability rights and mental health, enhance access to sexual reproductive health rights and climate justice. Additionally, we focus on access to justice and movement-building work.The Programmes Manager must understand how this role impacts the success of these programmes and the long-term financial stability of the institution.KEY OUTPUTS* Inputs to the development of COVAW strategy and objectives * Planning and budgeting for programmes * Ensuring the development, implementation and monitoring of programmes * Preparing progress reports for decision-making by COVAW and external stakeholders * With the Executive Director, implement the resource mobilisation strategy * Coordinating seamless training sessions, including the availability of venues and training materials * Implementing fund raising strategy * Overseeing baseline surveys, and internal and external project surveys in implementation areas * Representing COVAW in meetings with donors and key COVAW partnersTHE PROGRAMMES MANAGER WILL BE EXPECTED TO;* Present ideas clearly * Negotiate confidently and persuasively * Create partnerships and alliances * Build an environment of mutual respect and trust * Demonstrate personal career planning * Think creatively and innovatively; seek new or ‘reinvent’ opportunities * Recognise the value of professional networking and personal career planning * Balance work, family and community obligations * Remain flexible and positive in a time of continuing change * Celebrate achievements for self and othersRELATIONSHIPS:* Reports to the Executive Director * Member of the Senior Management Team * Has established strong working relationships with colleagues, especially Programme Officers * Has established excellent networks and working relationships with external stakeholders, including donors and other stakeholdersDECISION MAKING AUTHORITY:The job demands implicitly taking a view of the risks and odds against a shifting background and the jobholder will be expected to step beyond the boundary of readily available answers to find solutions.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES* A master's degree in law, or human rights. * Advocate of the High Court with 8+ years demonstrated experience working in international humanitarian law, human rights law, justice and accountability or criminal law. * Minimum 8 years’ experience representing vulnerable individuals in legal aid services and working on cases of sexual and gender-based violence. * Demonstrated experience in a similar programme management position, including planning, design, M&E, and budget management. * Strong time management and organisational skills. * Experience in working in a diverse team and with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. * Excellent negotiation skills * Excellent communication skills * Fluency in speaking and writing in English and Kiswahili * Very good interpersonal skills * Monitoring, evaluation and learning skillsHOW TO APPLYThe successful candidate must demonstrate COVAW values as follows: Integrity, Dignity, Courage, Commitment, and Solidarity.Send your cover letter and CV, only marked “Programmes Manager” by the 5th of April 2026, to [email protected]: The subject line of the email should be Programmes Manager COVAW/2026COVAW encourages, promotes, and supports diversity in all aspects of its work.