Application Deadline: Application Deadline Mar 29, 2024

Global Budgeting and Reporting Manager

Summary of Role:

Leads cost proposals and manages all the financial aspects of an award. Provide financial consulting and strategic support to leadership and Presidents of Asia and Africa. Analyzes figures and implements recommendations based on these findings. Provide financial support to country offices and project staff regarding management of financial, budgetary, and reporting issues. Review and process all cash requests and manage cashflow for all our country offices.

Key Responsibilities:

Award Administration:

Monitors key financial indicators and project spending for Pathfinder awards.
Prepares and reviews donor required invoices and financial reports in accordance with award terms and conditions.
Oversees the maintenance of award data in Pathfinder’s award management system.
Supports country office teams to develop budget revisions for existing awards.
Provides budgetary review for sub-awards and project-related procurement.
Assists in the response to program-specific financial audits.
Sets up new coding structure for new awards designed to best meet the needs of the donors’ reporting requirements.

Budgeting:

Prepares and reviews budgets and budget narratives for cost proposals in compliance with donor requirements and Pathfinder policies.
Serves as budget liaison for partner organizations during proposals.
Reviews country office annual budgets.

Capacity Building:

Works with country office staff to improve financial management capacity of staff.
Works with local implementing partners to improve financial management capacity.

Compliance:

Ensures financial management of Pathfinder awards complies with Pathfinder policies and procedures and applicable donor rules and regulations.

Process and Tools Improvement:

Supports the design, implementation, management and monitoring of award systems and processes.

Project Management Participation:

Leads, manages or participates on cross-functional project teams.

Required Education and Work Experience:

Bachelors in accounting, finance or in a related field?
10 years’ experience with developing complex
10 years’ project control experience at a government contractor or a directly related field such a financial analysis, finance accounting, pricing, or contracts.
Experience assisting Project Managers or other Program Leaders
French proficiency is a must.
Financial Acumen: Mastery of skills with financial statement analysis, business case modeling, financial forecasting. Deep knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles
Strategic Planning: Mastery of strategic planning skills. Proven ability to forecast issues in advance, to prevent or mitigate potential impact, both internally and externally

Preferred Competence and Work Experience:

Masters in accounting or finance
At least 3 years of proven USAID experience
At least 3 years of experience setting-up field offices for USAID contracts or

Other Information:

Technology to be Used:

Uses cellular and office phone, laptop, or desktop computer.

Travel Requirements:

Travel required (20% or less)

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November 5, 2024
Field Officer (2 Positions) Training Officer (Wajir and Mandera) Training Officer (Samburu and Turkana)

Duties & Responsibilities:

Programmatic:

Oversee and coordinate the implementation of program activities by Mentors under your supervision.
Plan and execute community entry and engagement activities within your areas of supervision.
Plan and execute participant selection and enrollment activities including community integrated assessment, action planning, participatory wealth ranking, PTT, business group formation and market assessment ensuring alignment with USAID Nawiri’s nutrition framework.
Coordinate and back stop mentors to undertake monthly market linkages and referrals and reporting.
Facilitate formation and registration of savings groups/Village savings and loaning associations as per guidelines to enable the R4N Participants access to credit for long-term expenses, business growth, and nutrition security.
Coordinate and backstop monthly financial and lifeskills training for participants through savings groups meetings.
Coordinate monthly case management for nutrition resilience activities for groups and mentors under your supervision including nutritional screening, nutritional education and training (Agri nutrition and MIYCN), nutritional counselling, referral and treatment, HHs dialogues, HHs visioning and action planning, HH self reflection using progress markets as jointly agreed in the consortium.
Coordinate completeness of primary source data – Business Record books, Savings group record books, Child and Group registers under your supervision.
Conduct monthly data quality checks and physical verification for all primary source data ensuring data quality and completeness and validation through signing of the Registers.
Coordinate with mentors to achieve 100% data abstraction monthly for all primary source data (BGs, SGs and Child and group registers) before 10th of every month.
Conduct monthly spot checks and technical backstopping of mentors using approved monitoring tools at BGs and SG level with evidence of physical verification of SGs, BGs and group registers data.
In consultation with Program coordinator, conduct monthly mentor’s review, planning and reporting meeting.
Provide accurate and comprehensive monthly reports on SG and BG performance, CMNR activities, case management and nutrition assessments, data abstraction to the Program Coordinators within set deadlines.
Coordinate with Monitoring and Evaluation team to ensure timely and quality targeting verification, collection of baselines and end-line data and monitoring activities via digital technology.
Use Performance Insights and FO online tools to monitor Program Effectiveness and address any outliers.
Facilitate registration of graduated cohorts with department of social service, market and financial linkages with system actors.
Participate in USAID NAWIRI Field level partner coordination meetings including donor visits.
Provide program documentation on successes/impact (Success stories in collaboration with the mentors).
Participant in Sub county/Zonal review and planning meetings and aligning monthly work plans with joint and integrated zonal work plans.

Administrative:

Supervision of mentors to deliver their expected roles and responsibilities in line with program deliverable goals, monthly targets and performance goals.
Assist in the overall recruitment process as guided by the People Department for mentor positions.
Support all operational issues experienced by Mentors under your jurisdiction.
Ensure timely and accurate timesheet submissions and mileage logs by the mentors supervised.
Support in conducting exit interviews when called upon and assist in managing the exit process/offboarding including employee clearance for respective mentors.
Perform performance reviews for Mentors and implement the outcomes such as Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) where need be as guided by the People Department
Handle any discipline issues for the Mentors and escalate such matters beyond your scope to the Program coordinator and/or People Department.
Timely reporting of any people matters relating to the Mentors to the Program Coordinator and People Department i.e Leave planning, Welfare issues affecting mentors.
Perform any other relevant duty as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Degree or Diploma in Community health and nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics, community health and development, food nutrition and Dietetics , Social Sciences, , Project Management, or any other relevant field from a recognized institution.
A minimum of 2 years of experience for Degree holders and at least 4 years of relevant experience (in a similar role in the Northern Kenya) for the Diploma holders preferably in a nutrition program.
Demonstrable ability to coordinate field activities.
Excellent people management skills.
Proven competency/experience in data collection and basic analysis.
Possession of self-drive; able to work with minimal supervision.
Good report writing and computer skills.
Fluent in English, Kiswahili, and the local dialect of Turkana County

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November 5, 2024
Case Managers Claims Assessors

Reporting to: Principal Officer – Kenbright Claims Settlement Agency

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and manage patient care plans.
Work with healthcare providers to optimize treatment outcomes and control costs.
Assess the necessity and appropriateness of medical procedures and treatments.
Ensure that healthcare services meet established guidelines and standards.
Conduct audits to ensure compliance with medical policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Degree or Diploma in medicine or a related field.
Past experience in the insurance industry is an added advantage.
3 years experience in a similar or related role.
Relevant certificates and licences are an advantage.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you are passionate about Claims and are eager to contribute to the success of our organization, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team and take your career to new heights!How to apply; Send your application to hr@kenbright.co.ke to reach us on or before 29th March 2024 and quote job title in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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November 5, 2024
Gender, Youth and Social Inclusion Advisor (1 Post) Head of Fundraising and Partnerships

Job Purpose

The Gender Youth & Social Inclusion Advisor will be responsible for providing leadership and technical oversight to ensure that gender, youth, and social dimensions are effectively integrated across all interventions at programmes and corporate level. S/he will work towards reducing the gender and social inclusion gap in MESPT programming by enhancing opportunities for women, youth and vulnerable people in Agri enterprise and market development, financial inclusion, agricultural productivity, food safety and green transformation.

Summary of key functions:

Ensures provision of consistent and high-quality strategic policy advice on Gender, Youth and Social Inclusion to all MESPT Programmes and Projects
Provide effective programme development and management advice on Gender, Youth and Social Inclusion
Ensures strategic partnership building, advice on gender, youth and social inclusion.
Facilitate knowledge building, management and sharing on Gender, Youth and Social Inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

Ensures provision of consistent and high-quality strategic policy advice on Gender, Youth and Social Inclusion to all MESPT Programmes and projects focusing on the achievement of the following results;

Ensures effective results and related data indicators on Gender Youth and Social Inclusion issues are integrated in programme designs and implementation models / strategies through participation by all programme leads.
Ensures issues of gender equality, youth and social inclusion are effectively mainstreamed into the MESPT strategic plan, implementation model and result framework.
Ensure issues of gender equality, youth and social inclusion are effectively mainstreamed into local institutional diagnostic assessments on planning, governance, revenue, and service delivery.
Identifies policy and capacity gaps in the mainstreaming of gender, youth and social inclusion across MESPT thematic areas and develops and implements training programmes to build capacity in these areas.
Reviews loan applications and ensures that they effectively promote gender, youth, and social inclusion.
Works with project committees to ensure voices of women, youth and social inclusion are reflected in programme decisions.
Keeps abreast with national, regional, and global gender, youth, and social inclusion issues.
Follows up on trends in areas of responsibility and contributes to submissions on possible planning and policy recommendations on gender, youth, and social inclusion issues.
Provides sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice on gender, youth, and social inclusion issues.
Coordinate and conduct gender, youth and social inclusion analysis of data, case evidence and research findings to distill relevant lessons from projects and programmes to inform policy formulation and guidance in programming.

Provides effective programme development and management advice, focusing on quality assurance and the achievement of the following results;

Provides guidance to MESPT programmes to ensure that a sound gender, youth, and social inclusion analysis informs programme design and implementation, identifies strategic actions to be undertaken to improve the quality of programme implementation and ensures achievement of related results.
Ensures gender, youth and social inclusion focus within MESPT is well articulated, communicated, and supported by all spheres of operations and programming
Ensures the effective application of Results Based Management tools, establishment of management targets and monitoring achievement of results.
Ensures constant monitoring and analysis of gender, youth and social inclusion issues in programme implementation and advises on timely readjustments needed.
Ensures regular reporting on activities, outputs and outcomes related to gender, youth and social inclusion concerning all MESPT programmes and project activities.
Contribute technical expertise that feeds into a dynamic community of practice of MESPT staff and partners; sharing best practices across all MESPTI areas and work streams, while seeking opportunities to build MESPT staff’s capabilities in gender, youth and social inclusion.
Identifies opportunities and lead the conceptualization of strategic programme interventions that responds to the issues of gender, youth and social inclusion.
Organizes and participates in periodic technical reviews as well as programme evaluation exercises.
Monitors the follow up of relevant evaluation recommendations, document and provide feedback on, and disseminate lessons learned.
Build capacity of MESPT Staff and its partners on gender mainstreaming and result measurement.
Ensure Human rights-based approach and PANT principles are embedded across all programmes and MESPT strategic plan.

Ensures strategic partnership building, advice on gender, youth, and social inclusion, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Develops and strengthens partnerships with UN Agencies, International Financing Institutions, central and local government institutions, bilateral and multi-lateral actors, private sector, civil society in gender, youth and social inclusion based on strategic goals of MESPT, country needs and donor priorities.
Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall MESPT effort in resource mobilization.
Review of concept notes and proposals to ensure gender, youth, social inclusion mainstreaming for each programme/project.
Facilitate the development of MESPT youth and women engagement strategy.
Facilitate development of gender and inclusion guidelines aligned with PANTs principles.
Work on youth mainstreaming as well as identifying entry points for youth engagement and youth-led innovation.
Undertake any other task as directed by MESPT management.

Facilitate knowledge building, management and sharing advice on gender, youth and social inclusion, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Helps develop and review communication materials for gender, youth and social inclusive sensitivity and use of appropriate language reflecting MESPT branding and visibility guidelines.
Lead on gathering inputs and information required for the production of relevant learning products, including online and digital products, as well as coordinate dissemination of these products.
Identify storylines and drafting of substantive articles on Gender, Youth and Social inclusion.
Ensures a smooth flow of gender, youth and social inclusion related success/human interest stories and communication materials to feed into situation reports, updates, newsletters, website, and other communication channels, through coordination with partners.
Works closely with other staff to ensure effective communication of appropriate gender, youth, and social inclusion results to partners and public.

Any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time

Key Relationships

Internal

Head of Finance and Administration
Programme Managers
MEAL Team
ICT Manager
HR Officer
Corporate Communication Officer

External

The Board pf Trustees
Partner organisations,
Stakeholders including government, research institutions, financial institutions, external auditors, donors, and private companies

Knowledge, Experience and Skills

A minimum six (6) years (with Masters degree), or minimum ten (10) years (with Bachelor’s degree) of extensive working experience in gender, women, youth, social inclusion and human rights related issues, is required;
Proven experience on developing systems, procedures, guidelines, manuals, models and templates for reporting and verification practices on gender programming;
Proven experience and knowledge in Development Effectiveness and cooperation, gender equality and its related issues.
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems.
Experience in Kenya and an in-depth understanding of gender, youth and social inclusion in the context of Agricultural value chain development and Market Systems
Ability to self-manage and succeed in an integrated management model, with demonstrated proactive and flexible nature in resolving problems and finding innovative solutions.
Skills in participatory learning and action and facilitating collaborative problem solving.

Qualifications/Other Requirements:

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Gender studies, Youth, Social Inclusion, Humanities, Social Development, International Development or a related field.
Certification in Gender Based Analysis+ will be an added advantage

Role Competencies:

Good managerial and leading skills.
Demonstrates strong coordination and organizational skills.
Ability to work as a part of a team, sharing information and coordinating efforts within the team.
Consistently approaches to work with energy and a positive and constructive attitude.
Excellent analytical and writing skills.
Good communication skill both in writing and oral including networking and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to persuade and influence others to cooperate.
Proven ability to build strong relations with partners, clients for positive feedback.
Ability to undertake and apply gender analysis to ensure gender equitable solutions.
Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter;

Behaviour

Accountable: Taking responsibility for appropriate decisions that you make, and the actions and behaviour you demonstrate
Embracing Change: Openness to embracing change within the organisation and being able to adjust plans/activities accordingly.
Team Player: with excellent interpersonal skills, motivated by cooperating with a diverse mix of professionals and different cultures. Ability to build and maintain networks.
Innovative: Thinking creatively and outside of the box so that ideas generated create a positive outcome

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Qualified and interested applicants should send their application letters indicating their current/last remuneration, detailed CV with email address, daytime telephone contacts, names, and email contacts of 3 professional referees, 2 must have supervised you at some point, with one being your most recent supervisor (combined in one PDF document saved in your full name) to jobs@mespt.org quoting Job Title in the subject line:

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November 5, 2024
Business Development Officer Business Development Performance Officer

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head of Region (HoR), the Business Development Officer (BDO) focuses on implementation of business development strategies & plans and contributes to the region’s and department’s revenue targets. The role identifies and develops new business proposals to meet the region’s volume of guarantees issued, as well as the desired economic, environmental and social impact

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Identify and develop new business proposals to meet the region’s volume of guarantees issued, revenue target and desired social impact.
Generate new deals by pitching appropriate solution-offerings to prospects.
Support the Head of Region to coordinate the overall guarantee process cycle from Lead Generation, Credit Appraisal which includes credit/risk rating of the country, transaction, lender and borrower on the basis of business & financial analysis, due diligence and site visits.
Review guarantee requests for presentation to the relevant internal approval bodies.
Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing Partner Financial Institutions(PFIs).
Develop proactive Customer Relationship Management that supports AGF’s guarantee products’ utilization by PFIs.
Perform market and competitor analysis as part of gathering market intelligence to inform business decisions.
Coordinate the timely submission of periodic reports by PFIs.
Ensure timely collection through ongoing monitoring of fee invoices.
In addition to the above duties, the Business Development Officer may be required to perform other related or unrelated duties based on the company’s needs.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Banking, Finance, Business Administration or CFA.
At least five (5) years’ progressive experience, within financial services sector with a proven track record of business development and portfolio management.
Demonstrated track record in business development and portfolio management with focus on consultative and solution-oriented sales and marketing approaches.
Strong financial analysis skills.
Expertise in any one or more of the following thematic areas is an added advantage: Climate Finance, Fintech, Financial Inclusion, Youth & Innovation and Gender Financing.
Ability to compile and report results of activities.
Bilingual – proficient in English and either French, Portuguese, or Arabic languages.
Team player with strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Self-driven individual with a passion and flair for helping SMEs succeed.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with excellent report writing skills.
Ability to work in a professionally and culturally diverse environment.
Good working knowledge of private equity is an added advantage.

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All applications should be sent via email, attaching resume and cover letter summarizing relevant work experience, name and contact information of three referees that are familiar with your professional qualification and work experience to: recruitment@agf.africa“Application for Business Development Officer” should be clearly marked on the subject line and should reach us no later than Friday 29 March 2024 by 2359hrs EAT.

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November 5, 2024
Information Communication and Technology Officer Public Education and Training Officer

Job purpose

This position is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Commission’s ICT strategy for provision of information communication and technology services in the Commission.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in monitoring ICT service desk delivery issues to ensure quick resolution of user related incidents enhancing customer service delivery.
Assist in undertaking the day to day management of the information technology platforms to facilitate the efficient delivery of customer service and processing all transactions
Assist in maintaining and update the organizational ICT systems across the Commission to retain current information.
Assist in monitoring the Wide Area Network and the Local Area Network and ensure optimum output performance within the Commission to enable smooth internet and network connectivity.
Assist in ensuring the smooth running of all ICT systems including web applications, email system, firewall and spam filter.
Support roll out of new applications and hardware as well as maintenance of inventory for the organization’s IT hardware and software both at the main offices and in regional offices
Participate in timely preparation of the ICT department budgets, work plans and reports

Skills, Experience and Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Technology or any relevant field from a recognized institution.
At least 1 year of relevant service in a comparable position from a reputable organization.
Professional Certification in Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Good knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
Good knowledge of Active Directory Services and management.
Good knowledge of software development tools and maintenance practices.
Good knowledge of relational database management
Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

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Use the link(s) below to apply on company website. If you possess the above qualifications, please apply online through the KNCHR recruitment portal by 29th March 2024.
Please note that it is a criminal offence to provide false information in the application. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
KNCHR is an equal opportunity employer which offers a competitive remuneration commensurate to qualifications and experience.
KNCHR is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men, women of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. Therefore, qualified women, intersex persons, persons with disabilities, persons from marginalized communities and the minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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November 5, 2024
Intern- GIS & Environmental Science Postdoctoral Fellow – Adaptation Tracking

About the position

The Alliance Climate Action team is looking for a motivated and high-performing Masters Intern to support climate security research. This internship opportunity provides a unique platform for individuals with expertise in GIS, data science, participatory mapping, and environmental science, particularly in the field of climate change, peace and security. The intern will assist the team in executing participatory mapping projects, encompassing planning, data collection, spatial analysis, and reporting.

Key duties & responsibilities

Implement analyses that use data science to understand and map the relationships between climate, conflict, migration, and peace, with a geographically explicit focus. These analyses will tap into large databases of climate, agriculture, migration, and conflict, and use innovative methods to explore this complex problem.
Develop methods that support risk modelling and projection based on climatic and socio-economic data.
Engage in participatory mapping initiatives, involving communities in data collection and analysis processes.
Contribute to environmental science projects, analyze data, and provide insights into climate-related challenges.
Conduct in-depth data analysis, interpret findings, and contribute insights to ongoing research efforts.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and community members to achieve project objectives.
Work collaboratively with the rest of the Climate Security team to develop a deep understanding of the relationships between climate and conflict.
Contribute to the writing of high-quality technical notes, project reports, and if of interest also peer- reviewed publications.
Other tasks as assigned as relevant to expertise and ongoing or future projects.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed a master’s degree in GIS, agricultural science, data science, environmental science, geography, geoinformatics, geospatial, geomatics or a related field.
Experience with participatory mapping approaches and community engagement.
Familiarity with Open Street Map data and tools
Proven experience with spatial analysis, and handling of large geospatial datasets using R and/or Python is a plus.
Strong familiarity and experience working with large geospatial climate datasets including climate model outputs (e.g., CMIP5/6), historical climate data (e.g., station data, CHIRPS, CHIRTS), and agricultural datasets such as crop yield data, soils data, etc.
Strong research and analytical skills, with a focus on climate and environmental issues.
Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with a diverse team.

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November 5, 2024
Knowledge Management and Communications Intern

Scope of Work

The Communications Intern will collaborate with and support the Project Manager and Knowledge Management and Comms Officer (KMCO) in implementing and enhancing communication strategies, outreach, and knowledge-sharing activities for the Promoting Peace and Inclusive Development Project in Northeastern Kenya.

Project Support

Support the Project Manager and KMCO with day-to-day project management, such as booking conference rooms, taking minutes, and any other tasks.
Attend bi-weekly project technical meetings, take comprehensive meeting notes with a focus on actions and share with the KMCO and Project Manager for review and onward circulation.
Assist with internal information sharing and management, including the maintenance of the project SharePoint channel.

Communication Strategies:

Collaborate closely with the KMCO in conducting communications needs assessments for the project and participating in the formulation of communication strategies.
Assist in drafting and editing the project’s communications and outreach strategy, aligning with country office strategic priorities and the UNDP External Communications Action Plan.

Communication Products:

Work with the KMCO to develop regular internal and external communications products for the project, including monthly project update reports.
Where needed, support the design of infographics and visuals to enhance reader engagement of comms products.

Media Relations and Coverage:

Work alongside the KMCO to maintain increased coverage and understanding of the project in Kenya through local and global media stories.
Collaborate on identifying and developing storylines for publications including human interest stories, drafting substantive articles that contribute to and generate conversations on key development issues.

Digital Communications:

Provide support to the Knowledge Management Officer in maintaining and enhancing the project’s digital communications, including social media.

Competencies
Core Competencies

Achieve Results:

LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

Think Innovatively:

LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements

Learn Continuously:

LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility:

LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination:

LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident

Engage and Partner:

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:

LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Required Skills and Experience
Min. Education requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, International Relations, Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation or a related field.

Min. years of relevant work experience

No work experience required

Required skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in digital communication tools and social media platforms.
Computer literacy, including knowledge of basic design tools such as PowerPoint and Canva.

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section

Further, the interested applicants should be able to demonstrate:

Active interest in peace, development, human rights in the Northeast region of Kenya
Ability to work in a multicultural environment, with a willingness to travel to the project locations.

Required Language(s)

Fluency in the English

The following documents shall be required from the applicants:Personal CV or P11, indicating all past positions held and their main underlying functions, their durations (month/year), the qualifications, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate, and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. References may also include peers.
A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page) indicating why the candidate considers him-/herself to be suitable for the position.
Managers may ask (ad hoc) for any other materials relevant to pre-assessing the relevance of their experience, such as reports, presentations, publications, campaigns or other materials.

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jobs.undp.org

November 5, 2024
Technical Advisor – Climate and Health

Summary of Role:

The incumbent will provide technical leadership in the development and implementation of Climate Change and Health programs and projects. As the Technical Advisor for Climate Change and Health in the African Region, you will play a pivotal role in supporting country teams to develop and implement impactful Climate Change and Health programs and projects. Your primary responsibility will be to provide technical expertise, strategic guidance, and leadership in the nexus between health and climate change. You will nurture relationships and work closely with Climate Change entities, government ministries, intergovernmental bodies, the African Union, and other regional development bodies such as EAC, SADC, ECOWAS, and international climate donors (including the Green Climate Fund and US Government, among others) to promote sustainable initiatives that address the challenges posed by climate change on public health and promote integration of SRHR and wellbeing of communities in climate change programs and projects. Partners with other technical advisors to enable policy, research and programs that benefit women, adolescents, and children.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic and Technical Leadership:

Provides technical expertise and guidance to regional and country teams in the design of funding proposals and implementation of Climate Change and Health programs and projects.
Supports the development of evidence-based interventions to address climate change-related health risks and vulnerabilities.
Builds on existing tools and develops or adapts innovative approaches to ensure the efficiency, acceptability, and impact of Climate Resilience, Adaptation, and Mitigation interventions.

Strategic partnership for fundraising:

Provides technical support to country teams in developing strategic partnerships with stakeholders in the Climate Change financing chain including the National Designated Authorities (NDAs), Green Climate Fund Accredited Entities (AE), UN’s Climate donors such as Green Climate Fund, Adaptation Fund, Global Environment Facility, Loss and Damage Fund, other Institutional and Private donors.
Supports country teams and the Pathfinder Africa President’s Office and other stakeholders to identify funding opportunities for Climate Change and Health initiatives from various sources, including international climate donors, foundations, and development agencies.

Programming Design and Implementation:

Supports country teams and partners in the design, development, and implementation of innovative, effective, country appropriate programming for climate change and health resilience.
As needed, participates in regional and support country-level advocacy efforts of Pathfinder for improving family planning, adolescent and youth, maternal and child health indicators in the context of climate change programming

Technical Assistance:

Provides technical assistance to country offices, national governments, local partners, and other agencies to assess needs and develop Climate and Health Resilience standards and guidance, and/or provide services that are responsive to the needs of intended populations.

Technical Support for Proposals:

Provides technical support on the development of proposals, including including participation in strategizing for technical approach, proposal writing and proposal review.
Works with country teams to integrate Resilience activities in new proposals. Develop compelling project proposals and concept notes to secure funding for Climate and Health initiatives.

Quality Assurance:

Works with the technical team to ensure that best practices for services and service integration are well documented, evaluated and poised for scale up.
Coaches and builds teams to optimize staff performance programming, target setting and project workplan and scale-up.

Positioning and Visibility:

Represents Pathfinder International at professional meetings and conferences organized by Pathfinder or other organizations at the national, regional, and global level.

Required Education and Work Experience:

Master’s degree in public health, social science, climate and environment or related discipline
Minimum 5 years’ experience in working in international development, preferably in implementing programs in one or more countries seeking to empower women, adolescents and children and improve equitable access to quality health services.
5 years’ international non-profit experience
Understanding of the subject matter: Global and Country Specific climate and Health Systems, including Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), Climate Change Policies, Health National Adaptation Plans (H-NAP) etc.
Deep understanding of climate change financing and global donors.
Public health or related expertise: Basic knowledge of the linkages between Climate Change and its impact on health and family planning and SRHR, maternal and child health, nutrition and food security, sanitation, agriculture and/or energy.
Concept and Proposal Development: Advanced skills in climate and health proposal development from concept to full proposal, resource mobilization, and proven ability to raise substantial research/development funds.
Leadership: Advanced skills as a leader in health and climate change.

Preferred Competence and Work Experience:

Expertise in designing climate resilience projects.
Experience in project design
Proficiency in English and French languages

Other Information:

Technology to be Used:

Uses cellular and office phone, laptop, or desktop computer.

Travel Requirements:

Travel required (30%)

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November 5, 2024
School Bursar Resource Mobilization & Partnership Manager

Job Purpose

The overall responsibility and day-to-day management and supervision of the financial and accounting aspect of the school. The Bursar manages and oversees operations of student and staff accounts. Also provides leadership and direction for tuition and fee structure, sponsorship, billing and receivables, petty cash, and
payments. The bursar also ensures that accounting policies, controls and guidelines comply with procedures of the Centre and are adequate and effective
School Bursar Advert, & Job Description

Qualification

Bachelors in accounting and finance from a CUE recognized institution.
A Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA(K)).
A full member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
Knowledge, experience, and qualifications
At least 5years of experience in the accounting area a large organization preferably in the education Sector.
A proven track record of character consistent with the ethos of Starehe.
Must be IT savvy with experience in modern computer packages to support decision making and operation of all functions.
Must be conversant with Financial Management Information Systems (FMIS)

Key competencies

A self-driven individual who is committed to sacrificial service, excellence, accountability, and leadership that is solely focused on the students and the good name of Starehe.
An individual of impeccable character, integrity, and good moral standing.
Excellent organizational skills: flexible and able to multi-task, with demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities.
Attention to detail and accuracy, planning and organizing.
Strong communication skills
Problem analysis
Strong judgment and problem-solving and supervisory skills
Strong sense of accountability, integrity, and ability to handle highly visible responsibilities.
Ability to take initiative, act independently and direct one’s own work.
Guided by exceptional common sense, maturity, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Key Performance Indicators

Timely provision of reports, stationery, furniture, kitchen supplies and other requirements in the day to day running of the school.
Prudent financial management.
Budget preparation and controls.
High Revenues in comparison to expenditure.
Interested candidates are asked to access the job profile
and requirements enclosed or from the following website:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Use the link(s) below to apply on company website. Interested candidates are asked to access the job profile and requirements enclosed or from the following website: www.starehegirlscentre.sc.ke
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applications to be received on or before 29 March 2024
Step 1 – Fill online Form (Link Below) Step 2 – Submit CV, Copies of certificates, ID, PIN to: recruitment@starehegirlscentre.co.ke

Apply via :

recruitment@starehegirlscentre.co.ke

November 5, 2024