View Vacancy - Counter Terrorism Lead Programme Manager HEO - (15/23 NR)

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
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Main purpose of job:

The successful candidate will work within the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) Counter Terrorism team. They will be responsible for effective management of the FCDO’s Counter Terrorism programme in Kenya, with line management responsibility for two support officers. This role provides an opportunity to support a high profile UK foreign policy priority by helping to tackle terrorism in line with international human rights standards.

The successful candidate will be proactive and able to use their programme management skills to ensure effective implementation of Counter Terrorism programming. They will ensure the programmes and workstreams complement each other, are approved by UK government and have buy-in with Government of Kenya stakeholders. 

They will liaise with a wide range of colleagues across the Security and Justice sector within the British High Commission in Nairobi, UK Government Departments and the Kenyan security and justice sector to ensure programming remains relevant and, where necessary, adapt to emerging needs. 

This is a critical role for the UK’s Counter Terrorism (CT) delivery in Kenya. It will suit someone who is able to work independently and as part of a fast-paced team.

The successful applicant will have an interest in security issues, be comfortable working closely with Subject Matter Experts and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Roles and responsibilities

  • Lead the Counter Terrorism Programme Support Team in the delivery of Counter Terrorism programming in close consultation with the Kenya CT Lead, Subject Matter Experts and UK departments.
  • Monitor and intervene as necessary to ensure programming is delivering the expected results, supporting the UK’s strategic goals and, if necessary, adapted in a timely manner.  
  • Develop strong working relationships with Government of Kenya stakeholders at an operational level to ensure buy-in and maximise activity effectiveness.
  • Lead and implement processes to ensure project is in compliance with FCDO procedures, documentation, requirements managing and mitigating risks and employing Monitoring and Evaluation strategies.
  • Manage commercial contractors and ensure the programme team conduct commercial procurement processes in line with FCDO guidance.
  • Monitor, manage and report on overall programme finances including ensuring accurate budgeting and forecasting, processing and receipting of invoices and good value for money overall.
  • Build and maintain relationships with colleagues across the CT and Security and Justice sector within the mission.
  • Lead on all programme reporting requirements, financial and programme progress, at quarterly and yearly intervals for the Programme Team in London and the Counter Terrorism Extremism Network.
  • Performance manage 1x A2 CT Programme Support Officer and 1x B3 CT Programme Manager, providing on-boarding support and day-to-day guidance, including their learning and development.
  • Active team member within the wider CT community taking on additional responsibilities as required (including policy support). Be an active member of the wider BHC, taking on wider corporate responsibilities.

Resources managed:

The job holder will be responsible for the effective financial administration of CT programmes worth approximately £1,000,000 - £1,500,000.

  • Excellent project management/project cycle experience with proven experience of managing mature programmes with multiple stakeholders.
  • Experience in managing/working with international contracts/contractors.
  • Experience of budget management including forecasting and monitoring spend.
  • Confidence and judgement to challenge and redesign programming as appropriate.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal/written) skills and the ability to work as part of a small high paced team.
  • Ability to set and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
  • Ability to work independently and use initiative to solve problems and take a flexible and proactive approach.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Attention to detail and organisational skills including IT skills (working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams).
      • Previous experience working in the CT/security/justice sectors.
      • Previous experience in project management in East Africa.
      • Previous experience in managing training programmes.
      Changing and Improving, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Communicating and Influencing
      20 March 2023
      Higher Executive Officer (HEO)
      Fixed Term
      36.25 hours
      12 months
      Africa
      Kenya
      Nairobi
      British High Commission
      1
      KES 390,410.27
      1 April 2023
      31 March 2024

      Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

      There are a wide range of training, mentoring or coaching opportunities offered by the FCDO in areas directly related to Counter Terrorism both thematically and in programme management.  The jobholder will be assisted in accessing all relevant opportunities.

      Working pattern:

      This role is open to applicants willing to cover a full time position (36.25 hours per week).

      The role will also allow for a flexible working scheme. The jobholder will be expected to be based at the British High Commission in Nairobi.

      The jobholder will be able to discuss and decide working hours/days following the appointment.


      Members of staff are entitled to paid annual leave, which is earned, from the day they commence employment. Entitlements are as follows:

      Grade HEO - 30 days

      In addition to annual leave, the BHC normally observes no fewer than 9 and no more than 14 Kenyan and British public and religious holidays in a year. These vary from year to year and are at the discretion of the High Commissioner.

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      • Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Nairobi are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Kenya.
      • It is essential that the applicants already have the right to live and work in Kenya without the need to apply for a work permit.
      • Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.   
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