Board Director-Resource Mobilization and Communication At Childline Kenya

Summary

The ideal candidate for this position of Board Director for Resource Mobilization and Communication (RMC) is required to ensure successful outcomes of this function without involvement in day-to-day operations.

The candidate will support the senior management team by Providing leadership in developing RMC strategy, establishing and maintaining a monitoring and Evaluation System for RMSC strategy.

Detailed Requirements

1. Professional Background and Experience:
   1. Resource Mobilization Expertise:
      1. Proven experience in resource mobilization and communication.
      2. Experience advising on resource mobilization strategies that align with organizational goals.
   2. Communication Skills:
      1. Strong background in communication.
      2. Demonstrate ability to guide strategic messaging, ensuring it resonates with target audiences and supports organizational impact.
   3. **Oversight-**Ability to provide oversight to the senior management team by:
      1. Setting and reviewing performance targets
      2. Chairing of the Board Subcommittee for Resource Mobilization and Communication.
   4. **Donor Relations and Partnerships-**Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key donors, corporate partners, foundations, and other stakeholders to drive funding and partnership opportunities.
2. Skills and Competencies
   1. Ability to provide guidance in the crafting and implementation of Childline RMC strategies.
   2. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively work with the Childline board, management and stakeholders.
   3. Excellent storytelling skills to convey Childline vison and mission to diverse audiences.
3. Personal Attributes:
   1. Commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards for transparency and accountability.
   2. A strong commitment to child protection and welfare to safeguard children’s rights.
   3. A team player who can work effectively with Board members, management, and external stakeholders.
4. Educational Background

   Post Secondary academic qualification with proven practical senior management and/or board governance experience in RMC.

5. Network and Influence
   1. Professional Network: An established network to support RMC.
   2. Advocacy and Influence: Ability to advocate for Childline RMC in promotion of strategic objectives.
6. Time Commitment and Compensation
   1. The candidate must be available to perform the director’s responsibilities for at least three days every three months.
   2. This is a voluntary position, with stipends as determined by the Board of Directors from time to time.