Jobs in Kenya at Sanergy - Government Relations Officer

Job Title: Government Relations Officer

Employer: Sanergy

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Application Deadline:


Duties & Responsibilities

Proactive engagement
• Meeting with chiefs in areas we have already established relationships
• Meeting with Assistant chiefs in areas we are to establish, and have already established relationships, at least once every month.
• Meeting village elders in areas we are to establish, and after establishing relationships, at least once every month.
• Attending chief barazas, as and when organised, which are to be at least once a month.
• Establishing relationships with local county officials during the time of negotiations
• Constantly engaging the officials in 5 above, before, during, and after installation, and by meeting them at least twice every month, as well as the painting phase.
• Renewal of business permits – yearly, to take at least 7 days.
• Renewal of fire permits – yearly, to take at least 14 days.
• Renewal of work place registration permits - yearly, to take at least 14 days.
• Coaching field officers (after training) on how to engage government officers , and sometimes accompanying them to introductory meetings.
• Make weekly briefings to field staff, through a template, on new matters on the ground.
• Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

B. Reactive Engagement

• First point of contact in cases where there is a real or perceived threat of demolitions and/or arrests
• First point of contact in issues raised by field staff, or government officials  concerning misunderstandings or any other conflict.
• Liaise with the Government Relations Manager on all issues that touch on the general operations of the field.
• Any other duty as may be called upon to perform by the supervisor.

Requirements
• Candidates applying for the Government Relations Officer position should be able to demonstrate not only 2+ years of experience working in a similar capacity, but a sincere passion for the Government Relations field.
• The candidate should be able to demonstrate strong relationship building skills, a history of innovative thinking, and a willingness to simultaneously learn and apply new skills.
• We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate success working independently in past roles, but who greatly enjoy being a part of a team and collaborating on bigger projects to achieve a shared vision.

Strong candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• Diploma or its equivalent in Business, finance, community relations, or related course
• 2+ years of work experience in government relations related field
• Excellent writing and communications skills in English and Kiswahili
• Strong relationship building skills
• Strong networking skills
• Strong understanding of city by laws and government operational mechanisms
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work effectively and enthusiastically within time constraints
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-pressure, flexible startup environment
• Determined to transform Kenya

How to Apply:

If you are interested, please post your cover letter and CV at http://www.jobscore.com/jobs/sanergy/list