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Assistant II, Project

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Project Officer, the Project Assistant (PA) will play a key role in supporting the implementation and delivery of the Elimu Kidijitali project. The project aims to utilize technological digital learning innovations to support the achievement of SDG 4 and ensure transformational learning in primary schools in Nairobi, Kiambu, and Murang’a Counties in Kenya. The PA will assist in planning, coordination, and execution of project activities, ensuring adherence to set targets, milestones, and budget management. Additionally, the PA will collaborate with various stakeholders, contribute to the development of learning resources, and support the overall success of the project.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Planning:

Assist in the development and review of project detailed implementation plans, monthly work plans, and budgets.
Support the implementation of capacity building plans for incentive teachers involved in the Elimu KiDijitali program.
Collaborate with educators, subject Education Officers, and non-teaching staff to enhance digital literacy learning outcomes across curricular programs.
Assist in the design and development of online learning resources, including video material, screencasts, and interactive web-based resources.
Conduct observations during digital learning sessions to ensure quality.
Support in researching and creating digitally led learning resources for diverse learners.
Program Implementation:
Support the coordination and timely implementation of project activities, ensuring the achievement of set targets and milestones.
Assist in ensuring that learning activities align with the curriculum and are implemented efficiently and sustainably.
Provide support in conducting regular data collection using existing tools to measure the overall impact of the project.
Assist in documenting best practices and lessons for dissemination within the organization.

Program Implementation:

Coordinate the quality and timely implementation of all the project activities, and achievement of set targets and milestones.
Guide and ensure that the learning activities are implemented in accordance with the curriculum.
Ensure project activities are implemented in the most efficient, effective and sustainable manner as per the project proposal, donor and ChildFund policies and procedures, government policies and guidelines and project contract.
Support to conduct regular data collection using existing tools I.e. CAMEL, lesson plans and others to measure overall impact of the project.
Ensure that good practices and lessons are documented and shared with the MEAL team and the education team for replication and wider dissemination.
Provide technical support to address technological challenges faced with connectivity and the digital equipment i.e., tablets, laptops, and projectors.

Budgeting and Financial management:

Collaborate with the project team to prepare project quarterly and monthly budget forecasts.
Assist in monitoring and reporting on the project budget in coordination with the Finance officer.
Support the timely and accurate posting of project budgets into the financial system.
Networking and Collaboration:
Assist in representing ChildFund Kenya in relevant forums, meetings, and conferences.
Support the creation of Information, Educational, and Communications (IEC) materials for the project.
Build and strengthen communications with NGO partners, stakeholders, and government agencies.

Networking and Collaboration:

Assist in representing ChildFund Kenya in relevant forums, meetings, and conferences.
Support the creation of Information, Educational, and Communications (IEC) materials for the project.
Build and strengthen communications with NGO partners, stakeholders, and government agencies.

Safeguarding:

Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child safeguarding policy and procedures and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with Child fund’s Child Safeguarding Policy.

Reporting, Monitoring & Evaluation:

Assist in collating monitoring data regularly for reporting and monitoring purposes.
Contribute to the timely documentation of project progress, challenges, and learning.
Support project data collection for reporting and capturing results at the impact level.
Collaborate with the MEAL and communication teams to develop quarterly case stories.
Assist in the preparation of quality donor reports.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential

A minimum bachelor’s degree in education, educational technology, Social Sciences, or ICT Educationist’s qualifications.
Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant work experience in the education sector, in digital literacy, ICT in education, ICT in education, Digital Education Programming, or management of projects in the field of educational, preferably digital learning.
Excellent knowledge of ICT and using social media and mobile applications.
Experience in planning, preparation and organization of workshops and meetings under the framework of education-related projects.
A good understanding of current developments in Digital innovations, teaching and learning and pedagogical approaches to learning especially regarding the use of technology.
Proficiency in English and Kiswahili (reading, speaking, and writing).
Up-to-date knowledge of best practices in accessibility, user-centered, universal, and mobile learning platforms, and resources.
Good problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
Demonstrable knowledge of online learning design and development.
Experience conducting research on education, development issues and working with research teams are desired.
Experience in the implementation, evaluation and advocacy of programmes and projects related to education, digital learning, administrative and financial matters, as well as coordinating with internal and external partners and networks.

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated teamwork skills.
High level of motivation and enthusiasm for education.
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Experience of working with communities and other agencies that support education.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability: Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, and role modeling organizational values.
Collaboration: Establish good working relationships with various stakeholders and colleagues.
Integrity: Encourages openness and transparency in all activities.

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November 2, 2024
Terms of Reference for the Consultancy to Conduct Organisation Vendor Pre-qualification Exercise

Objectives and Deliverables

The main objective is to pre-qualify goods, works & services vendors under the relevant advertised categories and create a database for the period January 2024– December 2026.

Scope of work

ChildFund wishes to engage an eligible consultant in the establishment of prequalified vendor’s data base of goods, works and services on behalf of CF.

Specifically, the consultant will:

Review the pre-qualification/tender documents as per CF categories of goods, works and services.
Evaluate and analyse applications submitted as per criteria set (to determine vendor’s compliance with CF terms and conditions).
Update the list of categorized vendors- remove from the list vendors who may no longer in business and update the contact information of vendors.
In liaison with CF’s procurement unit, conduct a physical and or phone verification exercise of the vendors that pass the pre-qualification criteria.
Prepare a technical high standard prequalification report and create a vendors’ data base as per CF products/services categories that shall contain a minimum of supplier’s name, physical address, telephone number, email address and name of contact person(s) and type of goods/services provided.
Come up with recommendations for adoption; advise and come up with allowable procurement practice to seal any gap that may arise from the pre-qualification exercise i.e. categories that might not have any applicant or receive less than three applications.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field like procurement/supplies chain management, Finance, or any related Business field.
Minimum 8 years’ experience working in procurement/supply chain in similar industry.
Evidence of having conducted a similar exercise to an NGO, UN, or government institution.
Track record of initiative and proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to respond effectively to time sensitive demands, inquiries, and strong problem- solving skills as well as exceptional customer relations (both internally and externally); should be able to provide sound business judgment and contractual oversight.
Computer proficiency (Office software, internet, and email, excel)
The consultant is requested to apply for this assignment by submitting a concise proposal that includes:
Technical proposal: Written presentation by the applicant, showing evidence of expertise in Supply Chain Management (Qualifications in procurement/supply chain management (SCM), Consultant in procurement/ Supply Chain Management)
Methodology: A detailed methodology to be used to carry out the assignment and roles of each member of the consultancy team
Detailed work plan
CVs of the consultant and team to carry out the assignment.
Copy of applicant/company registration certificate Tax Compliance Certificate, CR-12 and KRA pin number
Reference contacts for at least 3 clients of previous similar work experience
Financial proposal: Detailed financial proposal (charges) in line with the work plan and deliverable

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should send their applications including the technical and financial proposal. The technical proposal should not exceed 8 pages and clearly indicate the qualification and previous similar assignments undertaken. Incomplete application will be disqualified, all the applications should be sent before close of business on 22nd November 2023 to kenyaprocurement@childfund.org and cadero@childfund.org.

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November 2, 2024
Specialist Sr., Food Security, Livelihoods and Climate Change Officer, Child Protection

SUMMARY

The Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Specialist will be responsible for providing technical and strategic leadership in agriculture, food security, livelihoods, and climate change adaptation & resilience (FSL&CCA) programs in ChildFund Kenya. S/He will be responsible for promoting and engaging in systematic implementation, design, monitoring, and evaluation and translating all FSL&CCA related strategic priorities in the Country Strategic Plan into implementable actions and interventions including identification, synthesis of best practices and lessons learned.
The holder of the position will lead the designing and development of FSL and Climate Change Adaptation programs and projects, identifying new business opportunities including proposal development, and engaging with current and new donors regarding FSL and CCA activities. S/He will ensure that FSL and CCA interventions implemented either directly or through local partners are of the highest technical quality through provision of regular technical oversight and support, program monitoring and reporting. S/He will provide strategic leadership and direction and ensure high quality, coherent and well-coordinated design and scale-up of FSL and CCA programming.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Leadership and Direction

Lead and provide technical support in the design and development of food security, livelihoods and climate change adaptation country strategy(ies), frameworks and programs interventions.
Contribute and participate in the development of country strategic plan and related country level strategies, policies, and frameworks.
Facilitate the integration of climate risk management and environmental sustainability considerations across all programs.
Support advocacy, and capacity development efforts of the ChildFund Country Office and its Implementing partners’ staff in collaboration with relevant technical and thematic teams.
Support the socialization and cascading of the Country Strategic Plan, policies, frameworks and FSL &CCA priorities among local partners, stakeholders and donors.
Advise the Senior Management Team (SMT) on FSL and CCA strategic issues, emerging opportunities and trends.
Actively participate in and provide technical guidance to Extended Senior Management Team (ESMT), Country Emergency Response Team and other Country level leadership teams.
Lead mapping of capabilities and capacity enhancement needs of LIPs in climate change adaptation, food security and livelihoods, and climate smart agriculture and resilience programming.
Promote integration of FSL & CCA programs with other sectors priorities through creation of linkages and joint participatory planning processes.

Program Management

Oversee country FSL and CCA program portfolio, supporting with new program/project start-ups and close-down.
Support local partners in the mobilization and set-up processes for new FSL and CCA grants and Non-Sponsorship Projects (NSP).
Ensure donor requirements for data collection, reporting, and targets/achievements for FSL and CCA programs are met.
Contribute in the development and regular (Monthly and Quarterly) review of Country Annual Operation Plans.
Support the development andthrough review of Implementing partners Annual Operation Plan and Budgets (AOPB) and ensure FSL and CCA program priorities are incorporated.
Closely work with other members of the ChildFund program and Local Partner program teams to achieve FSL and CCA program objectives.
Monitor program expenditure and regularly liaise with finance staff to address spending issues.
Carry out program monitoring and review to identify program constraints and challenges during implementation, propose solutions and accordingly oversee implementation of proposed changes.
Develop technical reports (internal and external) and proposals reflective of government, organization, and donor guidelines, ensuring timely submission to line management.

Program Design and Development

Work closely with the Grants Acquisition and Management (GAAM) team in the design and formulation of new project proposals and concept motes providing technical and budgetary input throughout the program development and design phase on FSL and CCA funding opportunities.
Support resource mobilization efforts on climate change adaptation, food security and livelihoods &climate smart agriculture technologies.
Identify, initiate, and lead on new potential FSL and CCA partnerships and funding opportunities (e.g. consortiums, new calls for proposals).
Lead scoping missions, engage with new donors on FSL and CCA opportunities and identify potential new business opportunities for new FSL and CCA programs.
Coordinate with the GAAM Team and support donor stewardship, communications and cultivation of major global donors and prospects.

Reporting, Documentation, and Information Sharing

Participate in and provide technical support (development of TOR, data tools review etc) in FSL and CCA baseline and other related studies.
Support in the timely preparation and/or review of the quarterly and annual programmatic and donor quality reports.
Promote and engage in systematic monitoring and evaluation of climate change adaptation, food security and livelihoods and the identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned for organizational sharing and learning.
Document success (most significant) stories, lessons learnt and best practices and share with SMT, ESMT, Implementation Partners, donor and other stakeholders.
Closely work the Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Knowledge Management unit to ensure all information and data on FSL and CCA programs are incorporated in country M&E system.
Organize and facilitate regular learning and sharing sessions with stakeholder on FSL and CCA programs.

Program Representation

Participate in the FSL and CCA Forums, networks and other coordination activities through active reporting and communication with field and national level focal points.
Represent and promote ChildFund Kenya FSL and CCA programs externally with relevant stakeholders, including national and county Governments, Sector Working Groups and Networks, donors and NGO partners.

Child Safeguarding:

Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Child Safeguarding Policy

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Required

A master’s degree in agriculture, climate change, rural development, social economics, agribusiness or other related development studies.
Strong technical background and experience in climate smart agricultural technologies, value chain development & management, climate change adaptation, microfinance/credit, and marketing.
6-8 years demonstrated experience of best practice in programme design, monitoring and evaluation with documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
Good understanding of donor compliance and reporting mechanisms (USAID, EU, BMZ, FCDO, DANIDA, DAI, and UN Agencies such as UNICEF, WFP, UNFPA), etc.) is an added advantage.
Good negotiations and communication skills; excellent writing skills
Ability to deliver high quality work within tight deadlines.
Demonstrated strong management, coordination, teamwork and planning skills.
Excellent facilitation and coordination skills.
Ability to coach, mentor and develop technical capacity of staff and partners.

Preferred

Experience in managing and implementing cash transfers, conservation agriculture, carbon credit, climate smart technologies, voluntary Saving and Loan Schemes and understanding of FSL and CCA in emergency contexts.

Support
The FSL and CCA Manager can draw on the support of Country Office team members in the development of his/her responsibilities. The primary Country Office members for this position will be:

Program and Sponsorship Director, Child Protection & Advocacy Manager, Sponsorship Manager, Partnership Portfolio Manager, Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Knowledge Management Manager, Disaster Risk Response Specialist, Program Quality Manager, and Program Assistant.

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November 2, 2024
Officer II, Project – Elimu Kidigitali Project – Digital Literacy

Job Summary

Reporting to Nairobi Metropolitan Senior Field Coordinator, the Project Officer (PO) will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation and delivery of the Elimu Kidijitali project that leverages technological digital learning innovation to support the achievement of SDG 4 and ensuring transformational learning in primary schools in Nairobi, Kiambu, and Murang’a Counties in Kenya. S/He will ensure proper and planning and implementation of the project activities, achievement of set targets and milestones, efficient management of budget and resources, and preparation of donor reports. The position will coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the relevant expected outputs, leveraging technological and digital innovations and ensure more inclusive, effective and relevant learning. The PO will work closely with relevant GOK line ministries/departments and other stakeholder to ensure their full participation in the project execution. S/He will represent ChildFund, Kenya in relevant working groups, task forces or forums, and strive to build on strategic partnerships. Additionally, the officer will liaise with national ICT in education policies, departments at county and national levels and other educational policy discourses.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Planning:

Oversee the development and subsequent review of the project detailed implementation plans, monthly work plans and budgets.
Develop a capacity building plans for the incentive teachers implementing the Elimu KiDijitali program.
Lead digital literacy learning outcomes across curricular programmes and initiatives as deemed necessary, to enhance students’ digital competences in the selected schools.
Support educators and teachers, in collaboration with the subject Education Officers, to achieve the curricular aims of the teaching and learning programmes in the different subjects/areas with the aid of digital technologies.
Collaborate with teaching and non-teaching staff to design and develop online learning resources such as video material, screencasts, and interactive web-based resources.
Classrooms observation during digital learning sessions to ensure quality.
Research and write digitally led learning resources in response to needs aimed at diverse set of learner’s.
Monitoring and providing support on digital literacy, curriculum development, quality assurance, management and implementation in the schools.

Program Implementation:

Coordinate the quality and timely implementation of all the project activities, and achievement of set targets and milestones.
Guide and ensure that the learning activities are implemented in accordance with the curriculum.
Ensure project activities are implemented in the most efficient, effective and sustainable manner as per the project proposal, donor and ChildFund policies and procedures, government policies and guidelines and project contract.
Support to conduct regular data collection using existing tools I.e. CAMEL, lesson plans and others to measure overall impact of the project.
Ensure that good practices and lessons are documented and shared with the MEAL team and the education team for replication and wider dissemination.
Provide technical support to address technological challenges faced with connectivity and the digital equipment i.e., tablets, laptops, and projectors.

Budgeting and Financial management

Work closely with the project team and partners to prepare project quarterly and monthly budget forecast and submit for approval to the Grants Office.
Work closely with the Technical officer, Finance officer and partners on monitoring and reporting of the project budget.
Work closely with the finance officer to ensure that all project budgets are posted into the financial system in a timely and accurate manner.
Assist in funds transfer and/or authorization relating to the projects; monitor the financial flow and reporting.
Prepare expenditure reviews for specific beneficiary counties as well as for the overall budget.
Support budget proposal development, planning and monitoring in the implementation of the work plan and budget.

Networking and Collaboration

Represent ChildFund Kenya in forums, meetings, seminars, and conferences related to the project and as advised by the Country Child Protection and Advocacy Manager.
Create strategic partnerships and strengthen existing partnerships that will ensure smooth project implementation.
Coordinate with the Communications team at the CO to design a package of Information, Educational and Communications (IEC) materials, videos, and podcasts for the project.
Build and strengthen communications with NGO partners, stakeholders, and Government agencies, in particular the Ministry of Education, Ministry of ICTs at national and county levels in each target county. Build relationships with national and county governments, schools, communities, county and national Education Departments and various stakeholders.
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

Safeguarding

Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child safeguarding policy and procedures and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with Child fund’s Child Safeguarding Policy.

Reporting, Monitoring & Evaluation:

Ensure that monitoring data and information is collated regularly and made available to the MEAL Team for reporting and monitoring purposes.
Document in a timely manner, all progress, challenges, and learning for future implementation of similar projects and accountability.
Ensure strong coordination of project activities with program participants and different stakeholders under the supervision of the Line manager.
In collaboration with the MEAL Team, focus on project data collection to generate practical information for reporting and capturing results at the impact level.
Closerly work with the MEAL and communication teams to develop quarterly case stories that reflect the project impact, lessons learnt and best practices.
Timely prepare quality donor reports and submit them to the program specialist and GAAM team for review and submission.
Ensure the project evaluations and audits are done on time.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential

A minimum bachelor’s degree (Master level preferred) in Education, Educational technology, Education with ICT, social sciences and/or ICT Educationist’s qualifications is desirable.
Minimum of four (4) years’ relevant work experience in the area of education sector especially in digital literacy, ICT in education, Digital Education Programming, or management of projects in the field of educational, preferably digital learning.
A good understanding of current developments in Digital innovations, teaching and learning and pedagogical approaches to learning especially regarding the use of technology.
Demonstrable knowledge of online learning design and development.
Excellent knowledge of ICT and using social media and mobile applications.
Experience in the implementation, evaluation and advocacy of programmes and projects related to education, digital learning, administrative and financial matters, as well as coordinating with internal and external partners and networks.
Excellent communication skills and proficiency in reading, speaking and writing in both English and Kiswahili. Excellent report writing skills and making presentations is a must.
Experience conducting research on education, and development issues and working with research teams are desired.
Good problem-solving skills and ability to take the appropriate initiative to achieve objectives.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously and meeting strict deadlines.
Good interpersonal skills and successful experience working effectively on a team.
Up-to-date knowledge of best practices in accessibility, user-centered, universal and mobile learning platforms and resources.
Experience in planning, preparation and organization of workshops and meetings under the framework of education-related projects.
Strong interpersonal skills, with proven ability to maintain effective working relations within a multicultural environment.

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated teamwork skills.
High level of motivation and enthusiasm for education.
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Experience of working with communities and other agencies that support education.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability: Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values.
Collaboration: Establish good working relationships with BOMs, teachers and target communities’ members. Build and maintain effective relationships with the education team, other colleagues, members and external partners and supporters.
Integrity: Honesty encourages openness and transparency.

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November 2, 2024
Manager Sr., Safety & Security

About This Role

The primary objective of the Manager Sr., Safety & Security is to provide safety and security leadership, expertise and support to ChildFund’s programs and activities by implementing high-quality security risk management practices and ensuring that the countries in their assigned region are achieving the expected standard. The Senior Manager reports to the Director, Global Safety & Security and works closely with the Africa Regional Director, Country Directors, the global security team, program teams, and others.

Value Proposition

The person in this role will have a significant impact on our ability to achieve our critical organizational security strategy in Africa. You will like this job if you want to be part of an international, cross-cultural, virtual team but enjoy the convenience and warm welcome of a local office. You will thrive in this position if you like to travel, enjoy leading other professionals in your area of expertise, and you can balance multiple responsibilities and priorities.

Primary Responsibilities

Proactively produces quality analysis and reports and understands the threats in the region.
Identifies and analyzes sources and drivers of risk to achieving program objectives and organizational resilience, areas of impact and potential consequences.
Oversee and develop country security risk management plans. Help Country Directors implement risk treatments.
Collaborates as a key contributor in the development of an effective training strategy and curriculum design that reflects ChildFund’s strategic direction, cultural diversity, operational threat environment and international practices.
Key contributor in critical incident management: prevention, response, follow-up, after action reviews. Responsible for information management during a critical event and maintain all notes, logs, and information.
Leads cross-functional working groups and security projects.
Applies project management skills and takes on new security projects to strengthen processes and systems.
Promote international security standards to and from the region and provide oversight for compliance to security standards.
Actively promote a culture of incident sharing and risk management.
Proactively report and update incidents using established protocols.
Maintain the global security training register.
Co-manages international travel approval process.
Develop intentional communication and consultative plans with your region and disseminate timely briefings, reports, alerts, and advisories.
Maintain strong regional networks with governmental and international agencies (e.g., OSAC, UNSLT, and other NGOs).
Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Child Safeguarding Policy.

Required Competencies

Able to read, write, and speak fluently in English.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional or cross-department teams in an international organization.
Proven ability to influence without authority, with a track record of serving as a champion and advocate for safety and security standards.
Strong coaching and mentoring skills at all levels of an organization.
Can use project management tools and databases to track and monitor risk.
The ability to thrive in a matrix reporting structure and communicate proactively with stakeholders from different teams.
Strong organization skills; demonstrated ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent report writing skills.
Strong presentation and training skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
Strong analytical skills, with the demonstrated ability to undertake complex security and risk analysis based on established frameworks.
Excellent judgment and risk assessment capability.
High resilience, with the ability to lead others through change and challenges.
A commitment to participating in an inclusive environment and the desire to be part of a diverse team.

Required Experience and Education

University degree in a relevant field.
At least 8 years of professional experience in security and/or risk management in an international organization context.
Experience with project management software and tools.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Experience living and working in a high risk country context.
INSSA regional security certification or ASIS certification.
Training of Trainers certification or Adult Learning skills training certification.
Experience with an international non-governmental organization (NGO) is highly preferred.

Other Criteria

Current work authorization and residence in Africa with proximity to ChildFund country office.
Ability to travel up to 40% overnight.
Please note: this is a salaried position and pay is in local currency.

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November 2, 2024
Intern, Health Program

The health Intern will be expected to carry out the following activities:

Key Responsibilities:
Program Planning and Implementation

Coordinate work with implementing partners and other stakeholders to develop a robust and innovative intervention model that can be progressively taken to scale in a sustainable manner.
Work with the programs, Grants Acquisition & Management team and Youth programming in-charge to develop proposals in the health sector for funding.
Work with assigned Implementing partner organizations and provide technical support in implementation of SRH information and services at the community level; and ensure that they are aligned with national policies & practices.
Support community-based peer networks, adolescents and young people’s groups to provide appropriate maternal new-born child health and sexual reproductive health (MNCH&SRH) information, messaging and services.
Ensure health related goals and milestones are met efficiently and effectively as per the AOPB, in accordance with budgets and work plans
Work with the partners to support community-based peer networks to provide appropriate maternal new-born child health and sexual reproductive health (MNCH&SRH) messages and services
Organize and conduct campaigns and community dialogues related to ASRH, gender equity and sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) issues
Provide appropriate MNCH&SRH messages to adolescent’s girls and young women in partnership with implementing partners.
Work with assigned implementing partners and support health programming aspects as may be assigned from time to time.
Sensitize communities on SGBV prevention, identification, reporting and referrals in partnership with Ips (Implementing Partners).
Ensure integration of gender equality and social inclusion to the activity implementation at community level.

Project Monitoring, Documentation and Reporting

Assist in health related research/gather information on topics of interest to ChildFund as may be assigned from time to time.
Develop quality monthly reports and quarterly reports as per ChildFund’s reporting guidelines.
Ensure timely and accurate collection of gender and age disaggregated data for MNCH/SRH for reporting and timely decision making.
Document success stories, and best practices to demonstrate the impact created by ChildFund Kenya
Develop and share project implementation progress reports, impact, lesson learned and best practices.
Ensure timely analysis of monitoring data and dissemination to key stakeholders for management decision making.
Work with M&E officer to develop TORs for various activities that require external support and identify specific data requirements including project baseline, midterm and end-line evaluations.

Capacity Development

Support capacity building activities of MOH staff and community health volunteers on ASRH, SGBV and other gender related topics
Conduct group education sessions and individual counselling on sexual reproductive health services including ASRH.
Training of CHPs & CHCs on gender- equitable and responsive, health and SRHR information and basic service delivery including referral.
Train staff and community members
Ensure that frontline health workers trained on gender equitable, responsive, and compassionate health screening, treatment, and referral services

Engagement, Networking and Advocacy

Represent ChildFund Kenya in MNCH/SRH stakeholder and TWG meetings at various levels as may be assigned from time to time.
Develop or adapt training materials and facilitate training for health-related programs and interventions.
Participate in nutrition and health related programming, working with health and nutrition partner staff, SUN CSA, HENNET and other partner organizations to undertake various nutrition and health programming as directed from time to time.
Participate in advocacy activities to ensure resource allocation to RHMNCH/SRH +Nutrition
Engaging with MOH at County & Sub-County level to influence resource allocation MNCH/SRH.
Identify potential areas for fundraising and provide information to inform fund raising initiatives for health and nutrition, gender, child protection and disability at all levels.

KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

A degree in Nursing, Clinical medicine, community health or public health with at least 2 years of relevant experience in the field of RMNCAH.
Experience working within the health systems in Kenya, preferably as a service provider.
Must be registered with the relevant regulatory body in Kenya
Experience of engagement with both public & private health sectors and coordination.
Ability to work and hold planning sessions with technical working groups and stakeholders at the national and county levels.
Strong experience in facilitating training and development of materials including RHMNCH + Nutrition, support supervision tools, and providing institutional support and technical assistance on issues related to ASRH service provision.
Experience in RH/maternal newborn and child health programming including facility and community-based health service improvement is essential.
Understanding national policies on RH/MNCH issues and how to contribute to their development with political analysis skills, sensitivity, and diplomacy.
Should possess excellent report writing and presentation skills. Ability to communicate effectively in verbally and in writing in English and Kiswahili.
Experience in writing concept notes and proposals including (log frames, budgets, M&E plans).
Significant experience working with an NGO environment, community and people’s groups, state institutions etc.
Demonstrated ability to work in collaboration with sub-county and county MOH staff and other stakeholders.
Excellent planning, representational and interpersonal skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Knowledge in ASRH, capacity building, and training of providers.
Relevant experience in working in adolescent reproductive health programs
Familiarity with gender inclusion in community interventions.
Good analytical skills with appropriate attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset.
Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and enlist support, when needed.
Computer literacy in MS office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience working in multicultural multi-location, values driven teams.
Experience in working on donor funded programs

Others

Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should send their applications to: KenyaHR@childfund.org no later than 31st October 2023.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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November 2, 2024
Consultancy for the Baseline Evaluation of The Responsive and Protective Parenting Program

Objectives
RPP program model aims to:

Strengthen multi-sectoral sub-national government and implementing partners’ capacity to support community stakeholders in ensuring protective and nurturing home and community environments for infant and young children.
Strengthen community stakeholders’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices on the components of Nurturing Care, Caregiver Well-being, and Community-Based Child Protection to support caregivers in group parenting sessions.
Enhance parents/caregiver’s knowledge, attitudes, and practices across the components of nurturing care, caregiver well-being; and community-based child protection.

Purpose of the Assignment

The purpose of the baseline evaluation is to determine the current status of community support structures and government officers understanding of nurturing care, establish caregivers’ knowledge, attitude and practice on nurturing care and the protection needs for infants an young children, identify existing ECD services/ resources available for infants and young children (0-5) and their caregivers.

Evaluation Questions
Sub-County Government Officers

Does the model increase local partners and sub national govt’s support for establishing and maintaining a nurturing and protective environment for infants and young children?
Does the model increase sub national government and local partners’ knowledge in nurturing care and caregiver wellbeing?
Does the model increase sub national government and local partners’ knowledge on reflective supervision?

Parents/Caregivers

Does the model lead caregivers to see their communities as safe places for their children?
Does the model increase caregivers’ knowledge in nurturing care and protection of infants and young children?
What nurturing care and protection practices (behavior) of caregivers are enhanced by the model?

Community Support Structures

Does the model increase communities’ support for establishing and maintaining a nurturing and protective environment for infants and young children?
Does the model increase mentors’ and group facilitators knowledge in nurturing care and caregiver wellbeing?
Does the model increase mentors’ and group facilitators knowledge in facilitation parenting session planning, and reflective supervision?

Scope of Work

The evaluation will cover Mbirikani, Kuku and Naretoi in Mt Kilimanjaro Child Development Program, Kajiado South Sub County in Kajiado county.

Evaluation Outputs and Deliverables

Co-facilitate with the technical staff, the training of enumerators on research methodology, field procedures.
Supervise enumerators through field spot checks during the data collection exercise
Conduct Data Cleaning and Analysis of the raw data collected from the field
Produce Baseline Report guided by the prescribed template
A power point presentation to validate & disseminate the results of the evaluation to the implementing partner and other stakeholders for cross learning & accountability. NB: Please note that the consultant will not be needed to develop new data collection tools as they are already in existence. The successful applicant will be expected to engage with the country office team to review the existing RPP MEL Plan, Data Analysis Procedures and Tools before undertaking the assignment.

Qualifications of Consultant (s)
The successful firm/organization or individual will have the following competencies:

Expertise in undertaking research studies, preferably in the Early Childhood Development.
An Advanced degree in any of the following or related disciplines: Early Childhood Development, Education, Public Health, Sociology, Community Development Studies.
Have proven knowledge and practical experience in quantitative and qualitative research.
Excellent analytical, organizational, facilitating, presentation and communication skills.
Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
Fluency in English and Kiswahili
Must have extensive expertise and experience in project planning, project design, applying the logical framework, project implementation and monitoring.

Management and Coordination

The key people that the consultant will be working closely with at ChildFund include the Senior Early Childhood Development Specialist and Monitoring & Evaluation Manager. The management of the day-to-day activities in the field will be supported by Program Coordinator Program and Sponsorship Officers and M&E Coordinator in Mt Kilimanjaro Child Development Program organisation.

Work plan & Timelines

The evaluation is expected to take place from the 23rd October 2023 to 10th November 2023. Specific timelines applicable to this evaluation will be discussed during the inception meeting but will fall within 21-man days i.e.
23rd-25th October 2023: Training of field enumerators on data collection tools, ethics and research protocol
26thOctober 2023: Pretesting of the caregivers questionnaire
27th October 2023: Logistics and team planning for data collection
28th October – 1st November 2023: Data collection of Caregivers survey
1st- 3rd November 2023: Data collection of Knowledge Attitude and Practice survey for identified group parenting facilitators.
1st – 3rd November 2023: Data collection of Key Informant Interviews for Sub County Government Officials
4th-10th November 2023: Data cleaning, aggregation and analysis and report writing based on the prescribed templates.

Application Process
To apply the consultant(s) should submit an Expression of Interest. This should contain:

The consultant’s understanding of the TOR;
How the consultant(s) will undertake the evaluation
How the consultant(s) meet the requirements of the evaluation;
Proposed technical work plan and financial proposal quoted in Kenya Shillings for the whole assignment.
CV of the lead consultant and any other personnel to be involved in the assignment

Interested candidates should submit their Expression of Interest through kenyaprocurement@childfund.org. An evaluation of the proposals will be made by ChildFund Kenya who may engage in an interactive process with the consultant to further specify the scope and methodology to be used as well as budget, deliverables and deadlines. Target date for contract Award is 23rd October 2023. The overall time and work plan will be specified in the agreement with 10th November 2023 as the target deadline for submission of the baseline report.

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kenyaprocurement@childfund.org

November 2, 2024
Officer, Project – Re-greening Africa Project

Overall Objectives of the position:

ChildFund intend to implement a Regreening Africa Project that will counter the impacts of climate change and improve resilience and adaptability of women and children in Nairobi, Makueni, Kajiado counties in Kenya. The organization is therefore looking for a Project Officer to facilitate the successful implementation of the Regreening Africa Project.
Working closely with the Area Manager and with technical support from the Senior Food Security & Livelihoods Specialist, the Project Officer will be responsible for the planning, implementation and reporting the progress of the project. He/she will be expected to develop and maintain a good relationship with the project participants, relevant Government Departments at the National and County level and all the stakeholders to deliver on his /her mandate. The position too entails direct beneficiary interaction and upholding high standards of humanitarian work.

Duties/Responsibilities

Coordinate the provision of technical guidance and training to farmers (women, youth and community groups) on best practices of agroforestry, soil conservation, water harvesting, and commercial agro-forestry and fruit tree nursery management.
Assist in consultants in conducting a baseline and evaluation surveys, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews with the farmers and other stakeholders.
Provide technical & logistical support for the projects implementation and ensure that the activities are implemented on time and according to the project design as provided in the proposal.
Design, develop and implement specific work plans and budgets related to the project and ensure that the project objectives are achieved.
Prepare and submit consolidated donor reports to Food Security & Livelihoods Specialist, for onward transmission to ChildFund Kenya and the donor (Dow) on project implementation Progress.
Fully share all relevant joint monitoring findings and the implementation status of joint recommendations to the Area Manager and Senior Food Security and Livelihoods Specialist.
Establish and maintain good working relationships with the relevant Government line ministries and departments at County/Sub-County and Ward levels, with National and international NGOs, community-based leaders and other community structures.
Assist in organizing donor and VIP missions to the Field sites.
Supervise the efficient distribution of project commodities at field sites and ensure proper accountability and provide regular feedback.
Assist in conducting regular meetings with local administration, stakeholders including National & County Governments and implementation partners on issues relevant to the Regreening Africa Project.
Integrate and Mainstream Gender and Child protection measures into the project.
Represent the organization in different fora in the assigned Sub-County.
Support the development of concepts and proposals on climate change and related development areas for donor funding on short notice.
Knowledge in Community Based Targetting, Community Based Resilience Analysis, Climate Smart Agricultural Technologies, Kitchen Gardening, Participatory planning and Learning Techniques.
Willingness and ability to work and live in rural setups with minimal supervision.
Collect and report data on the progress, challenges, and impact of the project activities
Liaise with local authorities, partners, and stakeholders to ensure effective coordination and collaboration
Identify and document success stories, lessons learned, and best practices from the project.
Participate in project planning, review, and evaluation meetings
Conduct field visits and monitor the implementation of agroforestry and land restoration activities in the project sites
Ensure that the establishment of commercial agro-forestry and fruit tree nurseries, vegetable kitchen gardens and all project activities are done on time, maintained in the field and all the technologies applied are all up and running.
Ensure the adoption of Climate Smart Agricultural Technologies and the processing of moringa and marketing activities are carried and on schedule.
Any other duties as allocated by the supervisor.

Qualifications/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Environmental Science, or related field
At least 3 years of experience in agroforestry, land restoration, climate change adaptation or rural development projects
Excellent communication, facilitation, report writing and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools
Willingness to travel frequently to the field sites

Apply via :

nectchildfund.my.salesforce-sites.com

November 2, 2024
Sponsor Relations Intern

Duties/Responsibilities

Participate in timely processing of general children and sponsor correspondences.
Ensure high quality and timely downloading of sponsor mail from the Donor Portal.
Ensure timely uploading of electronic children’s mail to the Letter Translation Exchange.
Printing of the donor mail and submitting them to Implementing Partners.
Processing of sponsor inquiries on Sponsorship system (SalesForce).
Follow up on sponsor inquiry responses from Implementing Partners.
Performing any other task as assigned by the supervisor

Qualification/Experience

Strong interpersonal communication skills; ability to work and communicate with employees of all levels.
Good written and oral communication skills in English; fluency in Swahili required.
Computer proficiency in general office software applications (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook).

Education/certifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in international development, child development, community development or a related field.

Candidates who meet the criteria to submit their application that includes a cover letter and updated CV to KenyaHR@childfund.org with the subject title Sponsor Relations Intern . The deadline for receiving applications is October 6, 2023, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates must be available to start in November 2023

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KenyaHR@childfund.org

November 2, 2024
Coordinator Sr., Project Consultancy For The Endline Evaluation of The Tunawiri kwa Taka: Thriving Through Waste Project

Overall Objectives of the position:

Facilitate successful implementation of BMZ-Germany and other Food Security and Livelihoods grant-funded Projects. The Project Coordinator will work closely and under the supervision of Senior Food Security and Livelihoods Specialist. He/she will be expected to develop and maintain a good relationship with Local Implementing Partners, the Program Technical team, the Grants Acquisition and Management Team, the projects implementation teams and relevant Government Departments at the National and County level and all the stakeholders to deliver on his /her mandate.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Coordinate the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Food Security and Livelihood Projects in line with the donor requirements and organizational policies.
Supervise and mentor the project staff and partners to ensure quality delivery of the project activities and outputs.
Closely work with the Grants Post Award Specialist to ensure adherence to donor requirements, policies and reporting timelines.
Support the develop of project concept notes and proposals on food security, livelihoods, climate change and other related areas of ChildFund priority for submission to donor on short notice.
Provide technical & logistical support for the projects implementation and ensure that the activities are implemented on time and according to the Project Design as provided in the proposal.
Design, develop and implement specific work plans and budgets related to the project and ensure that the project objectives are achieved.
Supervise the implementation of project activities / technologies according to specific projects guidelines.
Liaise with implementing partners, prepare/review and submit timely consolidated monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the Country Office (ChildFund Kenya) for onward transmission to the donor on project activities identification and implementation.
Work closely with ChildFund Kenya Senior Food Security and Livelihood Specialist and the Grants Post Award Specialist in ensuring that all reports meet donor requirements.
Fully share all relevant joint monitoring findings and the implementation status of joint recommendations to the Local Partners senior management team, ChildFund Kenya and the donor.
Jointly conduct monitoring of project activities with Local Partners senior management team, ChildFund Kenya and the donor to ensure the timely implementation of recommendations from the joint monitoring team.
Establish and maintain good working relationships with the relevant Government line ministries and departments at County/Sub-County and Ward levels with National and international NGOs, community-based leaders, other community structures and all the stakeholders.
Represent ChildFund Kenya and the donor in relevant meetings and working groups.
Ensure that day to day administrative support for the project is in place and ensure safe custody of the project assets.
Support the proper management of the project budget by the project staff and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to the donors and the organization.
Establish and maintain effective communication and collaboration between the project teams, LIPs and the CO program and grants teams, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Identify and address any risks, challenges, or issues that may affect the project performance or sustainability.
Document and disseminate the project results, impact, and learning to the relevant audiences.

Qualifications/Experience:

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agri-business, Economics, or any other relevant development studies.
At least three (3) years’ experience in the management of community projects preferably Food Security and Livelihoods Projects and working with Local Partners.
Over 2 years experience in managing/implementation of donor funded projects
Proven ability to conceptualize, develop, plan and manage projects/mass events as well as transfer information and skills.
Proven organizational, analytical, negotiating, communication (oral and written) and training skills.
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and cross-cultural communications skills.
Ability to prioritize, focus and deliver quality results within deadlines while meeting conflicting work demands and targets, working with teams under minimum supervision.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with donor, project stakeholders, County collaborators and staff at all levels of the organization.
Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision to meet strict deadlines.

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November 2, 2024