Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Aug 25, 2023

  • Community Engagement Manager

    Community Engagement Manager

    Main Purpose

    Supporting the Head of Mission in security management and coordination tasks, ensuring smooth relationswith local ,national authorities and other stakeholders(NGO , UN Agency etc..)contributing to the context analysis and follow-up, providing translations and interpretations according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to facilitate the mission coordination tasks.

    Accountabilities

    Assist HOM in promoting and protecting the MSF image externally. He/she will support operations in contextual analysis disseminating relevant context information to the coordination team on periodic basis and update contextual data for MSF in internal documents.
    Support operations in anticipating and analysing the risks and advising mitigation mesasures .he/she will support the mission in conducting risk assessments, drafting and editing security and safety plans for the mission and projects.
    Support operations in establishing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders conduct stakeholder mapping,develop understanding of influential stakeholders and is expected to regularly update and maintain contacts with government institutions and other NGOs, UN agencies and local authorities.
    Represent MSF upon request of the Head of Mission, and assist ,take minutes , during meetings for the HoM or (NGOs, official bodies and administrations, etc.). He/ She will maintain an updated log book of all meetings.
    Assist HoM in planning, scheduling and recording regular internal meetings.
    Schedule prepare and conduct an information briefing, focusing on the country context and cultural expectations for International Regional and Relocated Staff.
    Update regulary the security logbook for Nairobi and analyse security context of Nairobi.
    He / She will translate documents and act as an interpreter as and when needed.
    He /She will be drafting and maintaining archives of all correspondences with officials and partners. Upon specific request ,prepare reports, internal memos and formal requests and working collaboratively with advocacy and communications team.
    Compiling, analyzing and reporting on area of responsibility.
    Participating in drafting monthly reports.
    Providing expertise and support in his/her area of expertise.
    Focus on network engagement with key stakeholders in general and particulary related to our areas of intervention projects Mombasa and Dadaab for critical mapping , analyse stakeholders engagement with them on MSF support in collaboration with HOM /DHOM.
    Special focus on political and security analysis for the country in general and particulary for our current projects (Mombasa Dadaab North Eastern region and Somalia)about evolution of conflict , impact on MSF and memory of key events related to security in the area .
    Collaboration and inter action with security adviser , HOM /DHOM ,LOGCO , PC s for deep analysis related to the country context in general and particulary for our area of interventions and Yalta.
    Collaboration with communications and advocacy teams.
    Collaboration with all coordinators and support if needed on differents topics.

    Requirements
    Education

    Essential: University Degree in Political Science /International relations or similar level of education

    Experience

    Essential: Experience in humanitarian aid preferably within MSF. Strong understanding of the workings of the different administrations of the country
    Experience working in political, security and humanitarian issues in the country

    Languages

    Essential :English & Swahili

    Knowledge

    Essential : Computer proficiency in MS Excel and Word
    Good analytical skills, at ease with figures and economics data
    Excellent communication and diplomatic skills, including writing skills

    Competencies

    People Management and development, commitment to MSF principles, behavioural flexibility, results and quality orientation teamwork and cooperation

    Apply via :

    msf.or.ke

  • Africa Communication Coordinator

    Africa Communication Coordinator

    Duties and responsibilities

    Be responsible management of Nairobi Office and all Africa geographic communications. 
    Manage communications staff and consultants in the region with dual reporting lines to their head of Duty Station. 
    Manage regional communication channels including the website (regional, national and projects), social media and language blogs, news. 
    Develop and manage a roster of communications consultants in the region. Develop and implement communication strategies and tactical plans including messaging, budgets, action plans and performance metrics for country offices, projects and programs. 
    Plan and produce content such as publications, articles, web content, social media content, media releases, infographics, videos, photography, newsletters, presentations and event-related content.  
    Manage events including planning, marketing, implementation, and reporting on results. Including regional participation in global events. 
    Coordinate media interactions in the region. All production be undertaken in coordination with and using the resources of the COE communications team and consultants. 
    Produce analytical reports on the performance of all communications activities. 
    Undertake other communication activities as agreed upon. 
    All activities are undertaken in coordination with and using the resources of the COE team and consultants. 
    Other Responsibilities Identify and mitigate potential risks within your work area Take reasonable care of own occupational health and safety and that of others as obliged by CIFOR-ICRAF’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy and cooperate with CIFOR-ICRAF in complying with requirements under any statutory health and safety provisions of relevant Country laws. Participate in projects as may be required.

    Education, knowledge and experience

    Master’s degree in communications, journalism or a related field, or equivalent working experience. 
    A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in strategic communications planning, messaging, and monitoring. 
    4 years of full-time experience in journalism, writing, editing, digital and print media, video production or broadcasting. 
    Excellent understanding of different communication formats and channels and strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media. 
    Background and understanding of environment, climate, forestry or related subject areas and science communications. 
    Excellent English and French language skills (both verbal and written). 
    Proficient in Portuguese and Spanish an advantage.

    Apply via :

    www.cifor.org

  • Africa Communication Coordinator

    Africa Communication Coordinator

    Overview

    The Africa Communications Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and reporting on regional, country and project-related communications activities. The position is also in charge of Nairobi office communications.

    Duties and responsibilities

    Be responsible management of Nairobi Office and all Africa geographic communications.
    Manage communications staff and consultants in the region with dual reporting lines to their head of Duty Station.
    Manage regional communication channels including the website (regional, national and projects), social media and language blogs, news.
    Develop and manage a roster of communications consultants in the region.
    Develop and implement communication strategies and tactical plans including messaging, budgets, action plans and performance metrics for country offices, projects and programs.
    Plan and produce content such as publications, articles, web content, social media content, media releases, infographics, videos, photography, newsletters, presentations and event-related content.
     Manage events including planning, marketing, implementation, and reporting on results.
    Including regional participation in global events. Coordinate media interactions in the region.
    All production be undertaken in coordination with and using the resources of the COE communications team and consultants.
    Produce analytical reports on the performance of all communications activities.
    Undertake other communication activities as agreed upon.
    All activities are undertaken in coordination with and using the resources of the COE team and consultants.
    Other Responsibilities Identify and mitigate potential risks within your work area Take reasonable care of own occupational health and safety and that of others as obliged by CIFOR-ICRAF’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy and cooperate with CIFOR-ICRAF in complying with requirements under any statutory health and safety provisions of relevant Country laws. Participate in projects as may be required.

    Education, knowledge and experience

     Master’s degree in communications, journalism or a related field, or equivalent working experience.
    A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in strategic communications planning, messaging, and monitoring.
    4 years of full-time experience in journalism, writing, editing, digital and print media, video production or broadcasting.
    Excellent understanding of different communication formats and channels and strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media.
    Background and understanding of environment, climate, forestry or related subject areas and science communications.
    Excellent English and French language skills (both verbal and written).
    Proficient in Portuguese and Spanish an advantage.

    Apply via :

    worldagroforestry.org

  • Country Representative

    Country Representative

    Job responsibilities:

    Development of Country Office management and development strategy in accordance with PAH global strategy
    Creating of organizational and employment structure
    Identification of priorities, donors and supervision over adjusting objectives accordingly taking into consideration PAH global strategy
    Representing PAH, establishing cooperation with donors, local authorities and partners
    Optimalisation of operational and program processes in terms of costs, quality and time
    Development and implementation of standard procedures
    Monitoring the situation of Country Office in terms of political, economic, military and security
    Identification of available sources of financing and supervision over adjusting the objectives of the Country Office to them considering PAH global strategy
    Building and supporting regional cooperation with South Sudan, Somalia and Ethiopia

    The successful candidate will be selected based on the qualification requirements described below:

    Master’s Degree in International Development, Humanitarian Assistance, Management or any other related field required*
    At least 3 years of experience in INGO management/coordination (including security management in complex security situations, human resource management)
    Proven experience in Project Cycle Management and strong project management skills
    Solid experience in representing the organization in front of local authorities as well as international donor agencies
    Previous extensive experience in staff management in the cross-cultural environment
    Previous experience in the region or conflict/ post-conflict setting highly desirable
    High resilience to stress, ability to work effectively under pressure in a hardship duty station
    Ability to perform and oversee multiple tasks concurrently
    Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
    Strong planning and organizational skills
    Strong sense of personal and professional integrity
    Driving license
    Languages: Full proficiency (C1) in spoken and written English required
    Proficiency in MS Office package

    Due to the urgency to fill the post, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. PAH reserves the right to close the job opening before the deadline.Please note that only short-listed candidates will be notified.

    Apply via :

    system.erecruiter.pl