National Programme Officer – Protection and Gender

About the role

Under the supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Programme Coordinator for Migration Management, the National Programme Officer – Protection and Gender will support the coordination and implementation of IOM Kenya’s migrant protection and gender mainstreaming portfolio. The role involves working closely with donors, UN agencies, government authorities and civil‑society partners to ensure effective programme delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating and monitoring operational, administrative and financial aspects of the migrant protection programme in line with IOM policies and donor requirements.
• Collect, verify and analyse data, update information‑management systems and produce reports, press releases and other communication products.
• Liaise with donors, UN agencies, local authorities and other stakeholders to ensure smooth programme implementation.
• Support the development of work plans, budgets, M&E tools and SOPs, including gender‑mainstreaming components.
• Contribute to capacity‑building activities for IOM staff, government partners and civil‑society organisations.
• Supervise assigned staff, providing training and technical guidance.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Political Science, Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related field (or a Bachelor’s degree with two years relevant experience).
• Experience liaising with governmental authorities, UN agencies, NGOs and working with migrants, refugees, IDPs or trafficking victims.
• Fluency in English and Swahili (oral and written).

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with information‑management systems.