Kvinna till Kvinna is looking to hire a Senior Programme Officer for the Tunis office responsible for the Program Cycle Management and ensuring that all activities in the country programme are carried out in accordance with the expected results of Kvinna till Kvinna.

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The Kvinna till Kvinna Foundation has defended women’s rights since 1993. For every woman’s right to be safe and to be heard. Today we are one of the world’s leading women’s rights organisations, working directly in areas affected by war and conflict to strengthen women’s influence and power. We work closely together with over 150 local partner organisations across 20 countries to end violence against women, reach lasting peace and close the gender gap once and for all.

About the job

Kvinna till Kvinna has established operations in the MENA region since 2001 with a regional office in Jordan, and country offices in Jerusalem, Beirut, Erbil and Tunis, and currently supports around 50 women’s rights organizations in the region. We have been present in Tunis since 2016.

Under the guidance of the Head of Office, the Senior Programme Officer in Tunis will work closely with the Finance Officer and with collegues in our Head Office in Stockholm, Sweden.

Tasks and duties

As Senior Programme Officer your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Program Cycle Management, Planning and Implementation of Program Activities:
• Ensuring that all activities in the country programme are carried out in accordance with working methods, strategies, policies and expected results of Kvinna till Kvinna, and in accordance with the partnership agreements;
• Providing regular reports on programme implementation and current political developments in the country to the Head of Office;
• Ensure close dialogue with partner organisations, including regular visits;
• Assessing proposals and work plans, and quality assurance reports from partner organisations;
• Providing continuous support to partner organisations, capacity building and organising experience exchanges, study trips and networking meetings to enhance quality programming and implementation;
• Ensuring that all documentation regarding the programme is updated and stored;
• In close cooperation with other program staff, conduct general administration and financial procedures in relation to the programme;

Programme Development

• Responsible for continuous mapping and assessment of relevant women’s rights actors at national level;
• Responsible for continuous monitoring of donor landscape and identification of opportunities of engagement;
• Identifying thematic priorities, potential partner organisations, concerns and new opportunities for work in designated country;
• Lead in concept note and proposal development in close cooperation with relevant women’s rights organisations and Kvinna till Kvinna departments;
• Coordinating and cooperating with like-minded organisations, INGOs and donors active in the field of women’s rights;
• Participating, and sometimes leading, regional and global working groups to further develop methods and thematic areas of Kvinna till Kvinna;
• Representing Kvinna till Kvinna at official meetings and functions in the context of programme development and donor relations;

About you

To be successful in this role we believe you are a strategic thinker with the ability to prioritize, stay solution-focused and deliver timely. As a result college you are responsible, flexible, and a strong team player. Your work is characterized by responsiveness, integrity, and ability to handle stressful situations. You have good social and outreach skills and ability to cooperate with a range of partners and stakeholders.

You need to have a belief and commitment to women’s human rights and gender equality and acts as a good ambassador for the organisation even outside of work.

Terms & conditions and what we offer

This is a full-time position for 1 year (incl. 2 months’ probation), with possible extension. Access as soon as possible.

The position is a local position under Tunisian labour legislation and will be located in Tunis. Goal-oriented working hours applies.

You need the ability to travel 3-6 times a year, including overnight stays. Full insurances apply.

Please also note that due to the nature of the work only women (legal and/or self-identified) applicants will be considered. Otherwise, we strive for diversity.