Thematic Advisor for Gender Equality and Country Representative
PMU is seeking an experienced and committed Global Advisor on Gender Equality and representative in Kenya.
PMU is a faith- and rights-based organization, a dynamic, grassroots-based organization within the Swedish Pentecostal movement, aimed at creating creative environments for learning and development. PMU supports local partner organizations in about 25 countries.
The role leads key components of PMU’s global gender equality program, overseeing implementation, capacity strengthening, monitoring, reporting, and policy development. It provides thematic advice across PMU, engages in partner dialogues and project appraisals, represents PMU in internal and external forums, supports advocacy efforts, collaborates on communication, and maintains program documentation.
As the country representative in Kenya, the position promotes diversified funding, advocacy, and networking in the region. It includes maintaining dialogue with partners, identifying donors, contributing to proposals, representing the organization in relevant forums, and supporting innovation through new partnership models and working methods.
Qualifications
Applications should have:
- Relevant academic education informing expertise in gender equality
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong administrative skills
- Documented experience of workshop facilitation and leading of change processes
- Ability for strategic thinking
- Excellent networking skills
- A structured and meticulous working style
- Strong ability to manage intercultural relationships
- Knowledge of faith-based actors or churches (including Pentecostal churches), or experience working within popular movements
- Excellent command of English both spoken and written
- Willingness and ability to travel in Kenya, in Africa and globally
Additional Information
- The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
- The position is full-time (100%) and will be for the duration of a funded program which ends December 2028. Possibility for extension may be discussed.
- Applicants must have a valid work permit in Kenya.
- Start date: March/April 2026 or as agreed.
Application details:
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications, comprising a detailed curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role. Applications should be sent via email to recruitment@crowe.co.ke clearly indicating the job title in the subject line. All applications must be received no later than Friday, 13th March 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Use REF: PMU1/3/2026 – Thematic Advisor for Gender Equality and Country Representative in subject line
