Resilience Specialist at DanChurchAid (DCA)
Resilience Specialist
DanChurchAid (DCA) is seeking to recruit an energetic Kenyan
National for the position of Resilience Specialist. The position is
Nairobi based – with frequent travel to DCA and partner areas of operation in
Kenya, Ethiopia, and South Sudan – and reports to the SPREAD Consortium
Project Manager based in Kenya. The role will be supported by a group
of global resilience advisors.
The Resilience Specialist will be
responsible for providing technical assistance for the EU funded project
titled ‘Strengthening integrated Peace, Resilience and Disaster Risk
Reduction for cross-border communities in the in the border region of South
Omo/Ethiopia, Turkana/Kenya and Eastern Equatoria/South Sudan (SPREAD).
Role Purpose
- Providing
technical capacity-building support for the design, planning, and
implementation of the project’s resilience components, in close
collaboration with technical leads based with partners in Kenya, Ethiopia,
South Sudan and DCA Country Offices. This includes identifying training
needs and coordinating with relevant colleagues—such as those from DCA
Country Offices (COs), implementing partners, DCA Headquarters, or, where
necessary, engaging external consultants or trainers.
- Assessing
technical experience and evidence from past interventions, as well as
staying informed on regional initiatives and research related to
resilience, to ensure integration of best practices, lessons learned, and
emerging insights into project delivery. Ensuring alignment with DCA’s
strategy and programmatic approaches and contributing to their refinement
where evidence indicates the need for adjustment.
- Maintaining
technical oversight, the Specialist will be expected to take part in
relevant networking events and engage in stakeholder relationships, in
alignment with the Consortium Project Manager.
- Convene
and facilitate monthly meetings of the Consortium Resilience Working
Group, ensuring effective coordination, follow-up on action points, and
documentation of key discussions and decisions
- Identifying
synergies and coordinating with other resilience actions carried out by
DCA and partners as well as other initiatives and actors. Internally, this
will include regular sparring and sharing learnings with resilience
colleagues in HQ (Programme, Advocacy & Learning / PAL Unit) and with
colleagues in relevant COs, thereby contributing to building
organisational learning. Advising and supporting the Consortium Project
Manager and country level resilience colleagues on strategic partnerships and
stakeholder engagement.
- Producing
and contributing to policy briefing papers and technical reports together
with country level and partner technical leads to support decision making
processes and knowledge sharing – regionally and in country.
Required Education and Experience
Education:
- Relevant
educational background (BSc, MSc) within the field of international
development, resilience, environmental, social science or similar fields
of expertise.
Experience:
- At
least five years’ experience of working internationally in climate /
resilience issues in humanitarian and development settings.
- Experience
within the region, preferably from at least two of the countries in
question – Kenya, Ethiopia and South Sudan. Experience from cross-border
interventions is an added advantage.
- Strong
technical skills and experience on resilience building programming. In the
context of this project, resilience encompasses environmental and climate,
social and economic dimensions and emphasizes communities’ leadership and
involvement, market-based approaches, gender sensitive and transformative
action, human rights-based and conflict sensitive approaches.
- Experience
with agro-pastoral and pastoral food and livelihoods systems, integrated
natural resources management (and conflict resolution related to natural
resources), resilience design, agroecology and ecosystem-based adaptation
approaches or similar is an advantage.
Skills and abilities:
- Strong
knowledge of the political, socio-economic and environmental contexts
(regional and country contexts).
- Strong
understanding of risk management and disaster recovery principles.
- Ability
to coordinate and engage in-country and field-based colleagues, including
keeping oversight and clarity in operations, despite the differing
contexts of implementation and the different (technical) points of
departure of colleagues from the three countries.
Personal qualities:
- Ability
to work independently, provide technical leadership and facilitate good
team collaboration and learning across resilience colleagues in the three
countries, and between the DCA-led and two other consortia engaged in the
wider EU-funded programme.
- Ability
to communicate complex technical information effectively, build capacities
and engage a variety of stakeholders effectively for achievement of
results.
- Ability
to support and provide advice on challenging technical matters, energize
colleagues and develop solutions.
The deadline for applications is 22nd August
2025.
Project Assistant Job at DanChurchAid (DCA) Kenya
DCA is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Assistant with technical expertise in business and human rights, project management, and advocacy for human rights and knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks for human rights and agriculture. The successful candidate will provide operational, technical, and administrative support to DCA Projects focused on human rights in agricultural value chains while contributing to other development and humanitarian initiatives. The Project Assistant will be based in Nairobi with regular travel to various project sites in Nakuru, Nyandarua and the larger Nairobi Metropolis (comprising Kajiado, Kiambu, Machakos, Murang'a and Nairobi City). Depending on need, the position may be relocated to be based in Nakuru in the future.
The main responsibilities of the Project Assistant are:
- Support
project activities, including planning, implementation, advocacy efforts,
stakeholder engagement and reporting.
- Provide
technical expertise on business and human rights, including supporting
research and analysis, development of tools and resources, integration of
human rights principles into programs, and support for advocacy efforts to
promote responsible business conduct in agricultural value chains.
- Provide
cross-sectoral support through research, data collection, and stakeholder
engagement.
- Contribute
to proposal development, funding applications, and strategic planning
across development and humanitarian projects.
- Manage
administrative and operational functions, including coordinating meetings,
tracking budgets and procurement, supporting financial reporting, and
maintaining effective communication with internal teams, partners, and
project participants.
Required Education and Experience
Education:
The ideal candidate should be a holder of a degree in law,
human rights, development studies, international relations or another relevant
field required.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should:
- Have a
minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in human rights
programming, advocacy, and multi-stakeholder engagement, preferably with
INGOs.
- Have
proven experience supporting projects, including planning, monitoring, and
reporting.
- Have
knowledge of business and human rights principles, regulatory frameworks,
and their application in agriculture or related sectors.
- Have
strong ability to conduct legal and policy research, analyze data, and
synthesize findings into actionable recommendations.
Other Competencies:
The candidate should also have:
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage
diverse audiences effectively.
- The
ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced, dynamic
environment.
- Strong
interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivation,
creativity and an ability to perform without close supervision.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply via the Link https://dca.career.emply.com/en/national-positions. The
deadline for applications is 7th May 2025.
Any published closing dates are estimated. We aim to fill
this vacancy as quickly as possible. This means that we will close adverts as
soon as we have found the right candidate, and this may be before the published
closing date. We would therefore advise interested applicants to apply as early
as possible.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
DCA offers: The position is for a period of 24 months.
DCA offers a competitive salary package (salary, insurance, and benefits) in
accordance to experience and DCA Kenya HR Manual.
DCA is an equal opportunity employer, and all interested and
qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of race, gender,
marital status and religious, political, or ethnic affiliation. Female
candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
DCA conducts a thorough anti-terror check as part of the
recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and
maintain this status throughout your employment period.
About DCA: DanChurchAid (DCA) is working in Turkana, West Pokot, Baringo, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nyandarua, Nakuru, Nairobi, Busia and Siaya counties with refugees and local communities to enhance peace, livelihoods and resilience. DCA implements projects directly as well as through local partner organizations. For more information on DCA, please visit www.danchurchaid.org.