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  • PeaceBuilding Assistant

    PeaceBuilding Assistant

    Overall purpose of the role: 

    The Peacebuilding Assistant will support the ABLI Garissa 2 Project in implementing HDP project component within Garissa County, especially as it relates to operational oversight and implementation of activities by Project Facilitators/Assistants. This includes, but not limited to tasks related to planning and implementation of peacebuilding project activities, management and monitoring of activity budgets; preparation of high quality narrative activity reporting; monitoring and evaluation of peacebuilding interventions in the field for refugee/host communities and technical oversight of peacebuilding community workers based in camps as delegated by the TL, adherence to DRC security procedures and regulations, representation of HDP in Garissa as delegated by TL; adherence to DRC standard regulations and operational procedures (including the Code of Conduct, the DRC Programme Manual and administrative regulations.
     The position holder will work with a team of HDP unit staffs which include an officer, assistants, general support and Interns.

    Duties & Responsibilities: Responsibilities: 
    Project Management and Development:

    Act as primary link between the assigned target communities and DRC.
    Responsible for assisting locational authorities in target areas with selecting target communities in accordance with DRC selection criteria and process.
    Liaise with community leaders and local government authorities about the security in the assigned target communities (i.e. community entry).
    Provide inputs and participate in the baseline study and context area security incidents and management processes.
    Facilitate community entry and ABLI-Garissa project planning processes in target communities and ensure the representation and participation of all socio-economic groups in the communities.
    Facilitate awareness and dialogue activities aimed at reducing armed violence, including:       
    Activities to strengthen local conflict management capacity, 
    Activities to change mind sets underlying conflict to mind sets committed to peace, including community perceptions of humanitarian-development and peace nexus.
    Activities to promote better collaboration between local communities and formal security providers.
    Monitor the implementation of the project activities by the assigned target communities and support communities to improve implementation;
    Provide inputs and participate in the development of Improving Local Security and Management Concept.
    Ensure that all tasks allocated by the Team Leader are executed promptly, efficiently and in accordance with DRC operational guidelines.
    Take good care of all assigned equipment including computers and communication equipment.
    Ensure that there are receipts for all expenses and compile all receipts according to DRC financial guidelines by the end of each week financial reporting period and submit to the relevant departments.
    Fully adhere to DRC’s procedures for security, financial management, logistics, human resources and administration.
    Uphold DRC’s Code of Conduct.

    Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation

    Carry out data collection for project baseline and for Monitoring and Evaluation of project implementation;
    Ensure that all monitoring forms and monitoring activities are duly maintained by the team;
    Ensure that internal activity reports are consistently done in a timely manner and meets the expected standard, based on agreed formats and schedules;
    Submit weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to the TL (using agreed format);
    Conduct evaluation of the activities and propose amendments to the content of the sessions, conduct of the sessions, teaching methods and adequacy of teaching materials and propose material development.

    Coordination & Partnerships

    Ensure smooth coordination with sub-county, division, location and sub-location authorities for the implementation of activities;
    Ensure coordination with the security providers, invite them to activities and share information with them on the activities on a need to know basis;
    Ensure a good coordination with other NGOs, consortium partners and civil societies in the area of work to avoid duplication of activities, clash of activities date and ensure cooperation;
    Promote collaboration and synergy between the DRC host community projects and the similar projects/groups in the refugee camps

    Experience and technical competencies: 

    A minimum of 2 years working experience in peacebuilding and livelihood programs. 
    Exceptional understanding of local dynamics that lead to armed violence (ideally in arid and Semi-Arid parts of Kenya).
    Substantial knowledge of the Kenya political system from community to national level;
    Open-minded and committed to finding non-violent ways to mitigate conflict and promote inter-communal peace and collaboration.
    Cultural and gender sensitivity.
    A team player: able to demonstrate a constructive, cooperative and problem-solving approach.
    Experience with community peace and/or development work.
    Experience of working in insecure environments. 
    Strong ability to communicate constructively to various different groups of people including; community (elders, women, men, youths, spiritual leaders etc.), Security providers (NPRs, Police, APs), Government officials (DCCs, ACCs, Chiefs and County Administrators) etc.
    Ability to use IT equipment effectively including computers and mobile phones.

    Education

    A university Degree or Diploma preferably in Peace studies, Conflict Management, Social sciences or closely related field 

    Language:

    Written and spoken fluency in English, Kiswahili and Somali languages

    Key stakeholders: 

    All staff
    Government Officials
    Local and International agencies

    About you:  
    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:  

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.   
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.   
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.   
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.   
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

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  • Project Coordinators Maternity Cover -County lead

    Project Coordinators Maternity Cover -County lead

    Overall purpose of the role: 

    The Project Coordinator is responsible for representing DRC’s interests in the Field/ County with local authorities, donors, beneficiary communities and other key stakeholders. He/ She will support the Project Manager/implementation lead in guiding and supporting DRC and CSSF project and operational team at the Garissa/Mandera office. He/She will also support in coordinating the implementation of CSSF project activities within the location and ensuring adherence to quality and accountability commitments. He/She ensures that DRC policies and procedures are adhered to by staff..  

    Duties & Responsibilities: Responsibilities: 
    Programme Management, Development, Monitoring and Evaluation

    Support the Project Manager the day-to-day design, delivery, and progress of the project activities against agreed targets and contribute to overall technical direction for the design and implementation of project activities under the CSSF grant. 
    Take the lead in the timely and quality completion of all the technical programme deliverables in the different components of the project. 
    Work towards sustainability of project activities through effective networking and promote linkages to other programmes.
    Carry out participatory needs assessments and identify appropriate project interventions to increase incomes and long-term resilience for the local community. 
    Take an active role in periodic project review and planning meetings, and external meetings as often as required
    Take a lead role in the documentation of lessons learned and ensure they are fed into the design of activities. 
    Lead/ coordinate field reporting by preparing technical internal and external reports for DRC Kenya’s activities in Mandera/Garissa, by CSSF guidelines and support implementing M&E plans.
    Oversee the implementation of DRC Kenya, CSSF activities in the project target areas by supporting post-implementation monitoring as well as ongoing activities.
    Participate actively in developing concept notes and proposals including the provision of the budgetary estimates of the components while liaising with Finance colleagues. 
    Lead the programme’s implementation of conflict sensitivity capacity support and peace efforts while ensuring close coordination with HDPB.
    Support consultants engaged in the CSSF activities including around provision of available data and linkage to the beneficiaries. 

    Training and capacity development

    Ensure project staff adhere to CHS Principles in day-to-day project implementation and participate in CHS audits. 
    Participate in training opportunities to build own technical capacity to support implementation, monitoring and evaluating the programme. 
    Build the capacity of DRC Kenya programme staff to identify, design and implement quality program activities across Mandera/Garissa County.

    Budget Management

    Draft spending, procurement, and work plans based on activities and budgets.
    Support budget drafting exercise per the identified or prioritized needs of the project and new projects.
    Support budgeting tracking to check budget utilization and work closely with the Area Manager to address any spending gaps identified.

    Partnership and Coordination

    Promote collaboration and synergy between DRC, other CSSF partners, local authorities, local communities and other agency interventions at the field level. 
    Support the partners and DRC Kenya implementation lead to ensure effective liaison with stakeholders and relevant Government of Kenya departments, from the location to divisional levels, as needed.
    Participate in external stakeholder meetings and maintain external relations involving government officials and other key stakeholders.

    Experience and technical competencies: 

    Minimum of at least five years’ experience in the value chain, community development programmes, peacebuilding interventions and preferably with an (I)NGO in an ASAL environment.
    Proven analytical skills and ability to think strategically.
    Conceptual understanding of the participatory approach and sustainable development
    Proven people management and communication skills leading a multidisciplinary team
    Demonstrable experience in supervising managing coaching and training others
    Must have a ‘hands-on’, practical mentality, be self-driven and be very motivated.
    Must be well organized, able to take initiative and work independently.
    Strong written and verbal communication skills and good command of English.
    Experience in working in complex and hardship areas/contexts.
    Knowledge of the local language is an added advantage

    Education:

    Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Project Management, or any other related fields 

    Language:

    Excellent written and spoken English
    Fluency in spoken Kiswahili

    Key stakeholders: 

    Internal
    External

    About you:  
    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:  

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.   
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.   
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.   
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.   
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

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  • MMC 4Mi Project Officer

    MMC 4Mi Project Officer

    Overall purpose of the role

    Under the management of the 4Mi Project Manager for Eastern & Southern Africa| Egypt and Yemen, and the supervision of the 4Mi project specialist in Nairobi, the officer supports data collection activities by 4Mi enumerators and supports project implementation in East and Southern Africa, Egypt and Yemen. The officer ensures daily communication and support to field-based 4Mi enumerators and various project partners, and takes on administrative tasks and record-keeping, and supports the team with supply chain and procurement procedures.

    Responsibilities:

    Contribute to the 4Mi strategy in the East & Horn of Africa;
    Daily coordination of 4Mi enumerator teams;
    Train and provide daily support to 4Mi Enumerators;
    Supervise 4Mi data collection activities ensuring the quality of data submitted;
    Work closely with support departments to make timely payments to all field-based enumerators;
    Daily monitoring and reporting of relevant information that might affect the smooth implementation of project activities;
    Supply chain and procurement support for all MMC activities, including supporting in event planning for 4Mi events;
    Any additional tasks in support of the 4Mi project.

    About you

    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

    Experience and technical competencies:

    At least 2-year experience in data collection, conducting surveys and other research activities;
    Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of humanitarian issues and stakeholders within the East & Horn of Africa context
    Proficiency in IT systems, including android-based applications;
    Outstanding organizational skills;
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
    Enthusiastic about learning
    Strong verbal and written communication.

    Education:

    Preferably Master’s degree in a relevant field, including but not limited to research methods, international development, migration studies or business administration

    Languages:

    Written and verbal fluency in English and Swahili;
    Other regional languages are an asset (Somali, Afar, Arabic)

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  • Regional Information Management Specialist

    Regional Information Management Specialist

    The overall purpose of the role:

    The IM Specialist will be responsible for collecting, analysing, and disseminating information related to displacement predictions modelling and protection information monitoring for Danish Refugee Council (DRC) EAGL Regional Office. The successful candidate will support the organization’s efforts to protect vulnerable populations, anticipate, prepare for, and respond to displacement crises. They will work closely with the organization’s teams to ensure that accurate and timely information is available for decision-making.

    Responsibilities

    Anticipatory Action (AA) Initiative

    Develop and maintain displacement predictions models using relevant tools and techniques
    Attend relevant meetings and conferences to stay abreast of the latest developments in protection information monitoring and displacement predictions modelling
    Develop and produce regular reports on displacement trends, necessary visualizations, maps and other visual aids
    Participate in the organization’s emergency response efforts as needed

    Protection Monitoring

    Develop and maintain protection information monitoring systems including set up of data collection tools and databases
    Compile regular reports, develop necessary visualizations on project performance for use by both internal and external stakeholders
    Conduct regular analysis of data to assess project progress, identify trends and inform decision making
    Assist in the development of proposals, reports, and other communications materials related to protection information monitoring and displacement predictions modelling

    MEAL Support

    Develop and maintain data management systems and databases to support protection information monitoring and displacement predictions modelling
    Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure that data and information are accurate and up-to-date
    Provide technical assistance and capacity building support to field staff on data collection, analysis, and management
    Travel to field locations as needed

    About you

    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

    Qualifications and Experience

    At least 3 years of experience in information management, data analysis, or a related field
    Conversant with R programming language (Additional knowledge of Python is an advantage)
    Bachelor’s degree in information management, statistics, computer science, or a related field
    Certification in R Program or relevant data analytics course
    Experience with displacement predictions modelling using relevant tools such as ArcGIS, R, or Python
    Knowledge on protection monitoring and experience with Protection Information Management (PIM) Systems
    Experience working in humanitarian contexts and field work in South Sudan is a plus
    Demonstrated experience with electronic data collection procedures and solutions (ODK, Kobo, Qualtrics, ONA, SurveyCTO etc)

    Skills:

    Proficient in R programming language
    Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
    Knowledge on SQL
    Knowledge of Python is an added advantage
    Experience with GIS software is an added advantage

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  • Monitoring Evaluation Learning and Accountability Officer

    Monitoring Evaluation Learning and Accountability Officer

    Overall purpose of the role: 

    The position holder will lead and support the urban program MEAL activities and contribute to DRC strategy, accountability commitments and learning needs and priorities in the area of responsibility. He/or she will support effective implementation of the monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning work and organizational standards to ensure compliance, support mainstreaming MEAL throughout the program cycle management and reinforce quality programming conversation and management in the area of responsibility. The role will also support the area office adherence to the DRC’s data protection policy.

    The role will directly and closely work with the Urban Project leads/or Managers and technically coordinate with the Country MEAL Coordinator while keeping the Urban Area Manager abreast of the cross-cutting support being provided to the area level projects. S/he will also work with the project staff and colleagues in a consultative and collaborative approach to foster good working relationships in an effort to improve the efficacy and efficiency of DRC work to increase protection and enhance inclusion for displaced affected and host communities in the spirit of contributing to social cohesion.

    Duties & Responsibilities: 

    MEAL capacities and commitments

    Implement DRC guidance for MEAL and division of labour as per MEAL workstream RASCI, particularly vis-à-vis programme staff, and foster collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders within the area of responsibility.
    Apply and adapt DRC MEAL model and the relevant building blocks and guidance to the local circumstances and corresponding projects and programmes, in the area of responsibility.
    Apply DRC guidance with regards to GDPR and data protection in the area of responsibility, specifically for MEAL related data. Liaise with relevant internal counterparts responsible for data protection. 
    Support capacity building, training and support for programme and sectors and field staff to improve the field monitoring or any other MEAL needs.
    Apply accountability and ethical frameworks and principles, including CHS, in line with DRC guidance in the area of responsibility.
    Results Monitoring and programme quality support
    Support quality throughout Project Cycle Management, in line with DRC guidance and division of labour, accommodating external requirements and internal evidence needs. Specifically, support development and implementation of MEAL plans, indicator tracking tools and other relevant tools for the area of responsibility.
    Participate in and contribute to (as appropriate) project Kick-off meetings, Review meetings and Close-out meetings in order to highlight cross-project components aimed at replicating good practices and strengthening synergies between projects or programmes.
    Support the implementation and data collection for results frameworks and monitoring processes and tools at the right level.
    Support and carry our field level data collection and field monitoring.
    Apply ethical principles in the field work, including with regards to DRC Code of Conduct and in line with Protection referral protocols and SOPs.
    Implement protocols for data protection, storage, sharing, and security in the area of responsibility.
    Support the analysis and ensure reporting of MEAL qualitative and quantitative data collected in line with internal information needs and external reporting obligations.
    Support the Project Managers, programme teams and grants management in line with the MEAL plans.
    Stay abreast of developments in the field of monitoring and evaluation, including emerging trends, tools, and approaches, and integrate them into practice as appropriate.

    Accountability

    Support implementation of the different mechanisms for community engagement and feedback in monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning in the area of responsibility.
    Support the implementation of DRC’s Community Feedback Mechanism.
    Register and follow up to complaints as assigned by the managers and process complaints in a timely, safe and accountable manner.

    Evaluation, analysis and learning

    Support data gathering as relevant.
    Support sharing MEAL findings, feedback and learning.
    Regularly present the key MEAL findings and feedback to the supervisor, and when relevant to the urban area management  for further development.
    Participate in and assist in the internal or external evaluation processes as required.
    Support analysis, interpretation and communication of the MEAL findings externally, in the area of responsibility.

    Experience and technical competencies:

    Minimum of 4 years of work experience in leading and managing M&E work in an International NGO, civil society’ or other relevant agency and comprehension of protection and livelihoods programming including on financial inclusion, waste management/ recycling industry is an added advantage  
    Understanding of qualitative and quantitative methods, the use of findings and evidence, including participatory methodologies 
    Good understanding of Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) and ability to apply accountability and ethical standards in everyday work 
    Understanding of and ability to work with data collection software, preferably Kobo Toolbox and other as relevant.
    Good skill in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and Office365.
    Experience in the use of GBVIMS or CPIMS will be an added advantage
    Experience working in urban displacement responses and in multi-sectoral interventions and aability to engage with partners and/or a partnership model of working, when relevant
    Strong planning, organization and problem-solving skills with ability to work both independently and within a team in a demanding working environment.
    Good analytical and strategic planning skills including aability to think critically and apply critical thinking at work
    A demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with host governments, donors, partners, local organizations, and other stakeholders.
    Good verbal and written communication skills.

    Education

    A Bachelor’s degree in sociology, social work, development studies, or other related Social Sciences and training in Monitoring and Evaluation; or Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics / Information management Sciences.
    Fluency in written and spoken English essential

    Languages: 

    English 
    Swahili

    Key stakeholders: 

    Internal
    Programme Management Unit, M&E Country Coordinator, implementing field teams, senior management team and support service team.

    External

    Technical M&E Working Group(s), urban refugee and host communities, Local and National Government Authorities, relevant NGOs/CBOs and humanitarian agencies including DRC partners and donors as appropriate.

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  • Finance Coordinator -Boresha(NABAD)

    Finance Coordinator -Boresha(NABAD)

    Overall purpose of the role

    DRC is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated individual to be a key member of BORESHA Project Management Unit (PMU) and contribute to ensure overall planning, implementing, and managing of the project, and assure progress towards achieving project goals and objectives. Based in Nairobi, with 20% travel to the field locations in Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia, the Finance Coordinator supports in day to day routine financial duties, review of budget/budget modifications and is the lead finance focal point for the PMU, Project Steering Committee, Technical Working Group and also acts as Technical Focal Point to all field operations from the three consortium members across all locations.

    Key responsibilities

    Working with the Partnership and Sub-Award Coordinator, lead on assessing partner finance capacity and the development and delivery of finance capacity strengthening initiatives.
    Along with financial capacity strengthening initiatives provide technical assistance to Consortium and Implementing Partners as necessary to achieve and maintain high standards of compliance.
    Ensure the proper systems (process and tools) for monitoring of compliance for Consortium and Implementing Partners are set up during the planning, implementation and close-out stage of the project.
    Monitor the financial aspects of Consortium and Implementing Partners in line with donor requirements and partnerships’ agreed policies and procedures with support from the Regional Finance Manager.
    Ensure that financial, logistics and HR management systems and records from all the Consortium and Implementing Partners are adequate in order to identify and protect the assets and interest of the partnerships.
    Undertake regular compliance visits to assess the compliance of financial, HR and logistics systems of Consortium and Implementing Partners and put forward recommendation for improvements where appropriate with support from Support Services Departments.
    Overseeing financial progress against agreed targets of the project, including monitoring of finance capacity strengthening initiatives targets among Consortium and Implementing Partners.
    Ensure that Consortium and Implementing Partners finance reports are thoroughly reviewed in coordination with the level of risk assessed and in accordance with DRC and EU financial guidelines.
    Check the maintenance of a good filing system for all financial and accounting deliverables to ensure ease of access during internal/external audit.
    Oversight of financial and administrative management of the programme overall (including liaison at Regional level, Country level and Consortium and Implementing Partners) ensuring compliance with DRC and EU rules and regulations.
    Organizing and leading monthly BFU/TDL reviews meeting and monitor actual spending and advise Programme and Finance teams at Regional and Country Office level and Consortium and Implementing Partners Finance team on financial issues (overspends, underspends, compliance issues, clearing of outstanding advances etc.).
    Preparing budget modifications where needed in collaboration with Programme and Finance teams and Consortium and Implementing Partners relevant focal points.
    Minimizing financial risks by ensuring that partnership (implementing and consortium) members’ financial policies and procedures are strictly adhered to through predefined effective internal control systems.
    Ensure completeness, accuracy and validity of information regarding the payment documents at the Regional Office level before payments are done, including salary and share cost allocation.
    Ensuring the implementation of recommendations raised through internal and external audits, compliance audits, financial strengthening initiatives etc.
    Coordination with consortium members and/or with NGO Liaison bodies to obtain relevant local tax laws/requirements and ensure all partners comply. This includes obtaining tax exemptions (i.e. Value Added Tax [VAT]) letters on yearly basis where needed.
    Coordination with the procurement and logistics departments of Implementing/Consortium members to ensure the relevant taxes (if applicable) are indicated in all supplier documentation and paid to the relevant departments in a timely manner.
    Providing financial management support for close-out process and external audit process.

    About you

    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

    Education.

    Master’s degree in finance/accounting or business administration.

    Experience and technical competencies:

    Minimum 5 years of international practical experience in financial management
    Proven experience in managing large budgets
    Competence in providing technical guidance and training
    Proven experience in working with national partners, local/government authorities
    Working experience with relevant donors (e.g. UNHCR, ECHO, OFDA, WFP, DFID or BPRM guidelines)
    Advanced proficiency in Excel
    Full professional proficiency in English

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  • Grants Management Specialist

    Grants Management Specialist

    Overall Purpose

    Ensure that DRC is compliant with country and regional grant management guidelines, as well as DRC’s operational requirements (including, but not limited to, finance, logistics, procurement, and human resources).

    Geographic scope

    This role has a country focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within DRC Sudan’s country portfolio. The role plays a critical role in DRC’s capacity to ensure strong compliance to donor guidelines, supports project cycle management processes, and supporting monthly and ad hoc grant meetings. Based in Nairobi, the grants management specialist is responsible for taking a leading role in the successful compilation of reports, concept notes, and tracks all grants management requirements. 

    The Grants Management Specialist should be prepared to work alongside functions such as the Head of Programme, Audit and Compliance Specialist, Head of Support, and Grants Management Officer (HQ) in understanding and adhering to donor guidelines, and in enduring that all partners are aware of and supported to comply with donor guidelines and contractual obligations. This position is opened for Kenyan Nationals.

    Responsibilities: 

    Grants management and compliance

    Assess and build the country office’s capacities to comply with DRC’s grant management guidelines
    Ensure country office compliance with grants management system (Dynamics)
    Assist country office and regional office in preparing, facilitating, and following up on grant meetings as well as in drafting, finalising, and sharing minimum set of documents required for grant meetings
    Provide support on grants management of multi-country and regional grants

    Donor compliance

    Provide training on compliance with donors’ regulations and requirements.
    Provide support to country offices to ensure operational compliance of grants with guidelines and donor regulations in the areas of finance, logistics, procurement, and human resources.
    Review project reports to donors
    Prepare and present donor compliance guidelines at kick-off meetings and provide ongoing support to program teams in adhering to donor guidelines
    Prepare and present on donor rules and regulations during grants meetings.

    Programme development

    Assist in developing and/ or reviewing concept notes, proposals, and amendments for multi-country or regional interventions.

    Other

    Liaise with finance colleagues on budget follow up and expenditure levels of running grants
    Conduct or facilitate country and regional level donor mapping
    Conduct or facilitate training for country or regional office, including but not limited to on log frames, proposal development, and/ or reporting
    Inductions of new colleagues
    Other tasks as identified by the Grants Management Manager

    Experience and technical competencies 

    Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferred) in international relations, project management, business administration, or similar studies relevant to the post.
    At least 3 years of grants management experience with an international NGO.
    Knowledge of donor rules, regulations, and procedures of donors including but not limited to US and European donors, EU funding mechanisms, and UN agencies.
    Proven experience in successfully applying for institutional donor funding.
    Proven experience in capacity building and training of national staff and partners.
    Ability to follow multiple workflows with attention to detail.
    Excellent written and oral communication skills with external and internal stakeholders. 
    Full professional proficiency in English.

    Languages: 

    Proficiency in English required; while other regional languages are beneficial

    About you
    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. 
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. 
    Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

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  • NRG Coordinator

    NRG Coordinator

    Overall purpose of the role: 

    The NRG Coordinator implements the decisions and activities of NRG members for a more coordinated, evidenced, and transparent refugee response in Kenya. The Coordinator will support in external engagement with the government, UN, and donors under the guidance of the NRG Steering Committee and Chairs. Other workstreams will include information gathering and analysis, management of NRG coordination meetings, and development of strategic documents for internal and external purposes. The role is an exciting opportunity to be involved in policy formulation, refugee regulation reviews, and new initiatives that seek to find development solutions to humanitarian problems. The role is well suited to a diplomatic, analytical, and collegial professional who enjoys working in multi-stakeholder environments and toward consensus. In 2024, the NRG will focus on four themes including: 1. Sharika Plan realisation. 2. Refugee programme funding analysis. 3. Climate action in refugee response. 4. Private, public partnerships in refugee response. The Coordinator needs to be self-motivated but will also receive guidance on where to focus their time and energy.

    Duties and Responsibilities:
    R1. Coordination, Advocacy and Communication:

    Supports the activities of the NRG and its members externally at key stakeholder meetings, including with the UN and the Government of Kenya
    Ensuring that all relevant parties are kept informed of NRG activities
    Regularly engaging with and meet key stakeholders within the Government of Kenya, including DRS.
    Developing active networking and partnership building with refugee-led organizations.
    Facilitating the development of NRG governance and strategy documents, including an advocacy strategy
    Networking and conducting outreach to key stakeholders to the benefits of the NRG
    Supporting the production of advocacy and communications products, including authoring briefings, letters and talking points ahead of key advocacy moments.
    Supporting the development of common positioning on key policy, operational and funding issues, through providing members with the most updated information gathered from meetings with various stakeholders, sectors and working groups.
    Liaising with Regional Durable Solutions Secretariat (ReDSS) to align the advocacy of the NRG with their ongoing work.
    Briefing the NRG on progress in relation to advocacy topics on at least a monthly basis. Convening additional meetings of interested members of the NRWG on specific advocacy topics as appropriate.
    Establish a criterion of membership to the group for civil society organizations including Refugee Led Organizations. 

    R2. Internal Coordination: 

    Scheduling and facilitating NRG general meetings and sub-working group meetings.
    In coordination with the Steering Committee, streamlining communication and ensuring that key documents, minutes etc. are shared with the NRG membership as appropriate.
    Providing an accessible first point of contact for general inquiries regarding the NRWG and its work.
    Maintaining membership lists and databases.
    Advising the Steering committee on Membership issues and other matters regarding the structure of the NRG.
    Preparing a workplan to be approved by Steering committee.
    Implementing of the workplan and agreeing on modifications with the Steering committee

    R3. Strategy, policy, and analysis:

    Coordinating reviews of key government policies and facilitating feedback and support to relevant government departments.
    Gathering information from NRG members on thematic areas and providing analysis for action plans and coordination internally and externally.
    Holding consultations on key thematic areas outlined by NRG members and developing actions plans for deliverables attached to them.
    Developing pro-forma documents for rapid information and data collection during emergencies – providing analysis and reports during emergencies such as drought and flooding.

    Experience & Core competencies:

    A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the international humanitarian aid with at least two years’ experience in a coordination role 
    A degree in a related field, such as international relations, migration, human rights, law, or social sciences; 
    Substantial experience in Coordination and advocacy with senior-level UN and Government stakeholders
    Demonstrated experience in developing active networking and partnership building with refugee-led organizations.
    Robust analytical and strategic planning skills; 
    Experience in development of governance and advocacy strategy documents on Refugee response
    Demonstrable track record of meeting or exceeding program targets, whilst maintaining technical quality; 
    Highly diplomatic with excellent political awareness and understanding; 
    High-level communications and interpersonal skills; 
    Comfortable with basic data collection and analysis and synthesizing it in to reports and advocacy.

    Education: 

    Minimum bachelor’s degree in law, social sciences, international development, or other relevant field.

    Languages: 

    English (excellent – spoken and written)
    Swahili (fluent – spoken and written)

    Apply via :

    job.drc.ngo

  • MEAL Coordinator (BORESHA NABAD)

    MEAL Coordinator (BORESHA NABAD)

    Overall purpose of the role

    DRC is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated individual to lead on monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning within the BORESHA programme. The role will be responsible for ensuring effective MEAL systems and tools are in place, and are adopted by field teams, partners and other implementing agencies.

    Responsibilities:

    Coordinate and provide oversight on the implementation of effective monitoring systems

    Develop and implement a comprehensive MEAL plan that aligns with the project’s goals and objectives.
    Design monitoring systems, data collection tools, and information management approaches that are in line with the organizational MEAL Model.
    Review and provide technical input into the development of log frames/results frameworks and Indicator Tracking Tables, and ensuring these are updated continually.
    Collaborate with the Partnership and Sub-Award Coordinator, lead on assessing partner MEAL capacity and the development and delivery of MEAL capacity strengthening initiatives
    Develop project-specific indicators ensuring they are specific, measurable, relevant to the project’s objectives, and in line with the grant’s management tools
    Orient the teams on MEAL systems, processes, and tools; Build the capacity of field teams on monitoring and quality reporting
    Continuously track results against agreed program indicators targets; Regularly disseminate project outputs and findings with technical leads of the PMU and other relevant project staff working in the country offices
    Provide oversight on data management efforts, continuously QA the quality of data collection and data entry and provide feedback geared towards improving data quality
    Ensure compliance with DRC global guidelines on data protection
    Undertake field visits as part of physical monitoring and conduct verification of the project activities

    Plan, organize, and oversee the evaluation process

    Provide technical guidance on the design and implementation of evaluations, surveys and other assessments
    Develop TORs for cross-cutting evaluations and assessments, review country office assessment TORs and support external evaluation consultancies
    Work with country office and agency MEAL Coordinators to plan for and conduct assessments and other internal surveys
    Lead regular sharing of the outputs and the M&E findings with project staff across the consortium, working closely with the technical leads from each agency

    Establish and strengthen accountability mechanisms

    Provide guidance on the establishment and management of mechanisms that collect feedback and complaints from the community and other stakeholders
    Consolidate findings from the country office accountability systems and disseminate lessons learnt periodically with the implementing staff and Chief of Party

    Promote continuous learning and improvement

    Periodically compile lessons learned, document best practices, and produce briefs in collaboration with colleagues, ensuring that the PMU and Technical Leads are consistently updated and action plans for improvement are shared.
    Collaborate with colleagues and agencies to produce lessons learnt briefs and disseminate these with the PMU and Technical Leads

    About you

    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

    Experience and technical competencies:

    Minimum of 5 years experience of INGO or other international organization
    Demonstrated understanding & experience in MEAL within complex international development contexts and geographies
    Experience with coordinating and working collaboratively with humanitarian agencies, partners and stakeholders  
    Excellent written and oral communication skills.
    Well planned and organized and has a capacity for initiative and decision making with competent analytical and problem-solving skills.
    Ability to work independently and as a team player with demonstrated leadership and participatory manner.

    Education

    Bachelor’s degree in political science, international development, economics, or other relevant fields.
    Fluency in written and spoken English essential, fluency in Somali an advantage

    We offer

    Contract length: One year, renewable.
    Employment Category: Band NM G1
    Start date: April 2024
    Duty Station: Nairobi
    Reporting Line: Chief of Party

    Apply via :

    job.drc.ngo

  • MMC Research Specialist

    MMC Research Specialist

    Overall purpose of the role

    The overall purpose of the role is to take a leading role in the Mixed Migration Centre – Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) team with the publication of relevant research to inform policy and programmatic response by expanding the evidence base on mixed migration processes in the region. Furthermore, the post holder plays a key role in engagement activities to establish MMC as a leading voice in migration research in the region, and identify and represent MMC at meetings with policy actors and key policy events.
    Under the supervision of the Regional Head of MMC ESA in Nairobi, the successful candidate will be responsible for taking ownership of qualitative data analysis of emerging mixed migration trends; contributing to research projects and products; organizing research dissemination events; and delivering research analysis and grant reporting, among other responsibilities.

    Key responsibilities

    Research, Data and Publication Management

    Conceive new research projects and develop research ideas, including with DRC and partners according to their programmatic and policy needs, and feed into the MMC ESA annual research agenda and workplan;
    Carry out qualitative and quantitative data collection in the field when needed and contribute to the transcription and analysis of qualitative data.
    Conduct qualitative and quantitative data analysis, using appropriate software in coordination with other members of the MMC team.
    Engage actively in the region with key policy and programmatic partners to keep abreast on latest mixed migration trends and information needs;
    When needed, take ownership of and coordinate workflows of MMC research projects, developing research methodology and tool creation processes, data collection and analysis, including coding and labelling qualitative data analysis;
    Draft MMC briefing and research papers, quarterly trend reports, articles, policy briefs, information requests and other research outputs in line with MMC’s editorial standards and guidelines;
    Develop a qualitative data management system.

    Policy and Programming Engagement

    Plan and convene research dissemination events and other activities to engage policy and programmatic audiences;
    Scan for and participate in key policy events and meetings to strengthen MMC’s visibility and impact on policy actors;
    Extend and strengthen the network of MMC’s relationships with policy actors;
    Support MMC engagement with programming actors in the region.

    Grants Management & Proposal Writing

    Identify and track new grant/fundraising opportunities for MMC (independently or in coordination with DRC country offices and in the region);
    Contribute to the development of grant proposal narratives and other grant documentation in grant application stages;
    Take ownership of and coordinate the development of research ideas and concepts into project proposals, serving as a focal point for relevant partners;
    Coordinate relevant grants and conduct reporting throughout research project cycles, taking leadership in team workflows.

    Capacity Building & Training

    As needed, supervise and train staff on MMC reporting of its research activities and administration on a quarterly or as-needed basis;
    Train staff on MMC editorial guidelines through peer-review processes and serve as a resource for team members on migration theory;
    Provide support to data collection training missions;
    Provide training to DRC and MMC staff on research methods and related software applications (such as AtlastTI).

    About you

    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

    Experience and technical competencies:

    Master’s degree in development economics, migration or refugee studies, other social sciences
    Required: At least five years’ experience working in migration research, whether an academic, policy or humanitarian programming context;
    Required: Demonstrated experience in conducting and leading research projects;
    Required: Demonstrated experience in working with and analyzing qualitative data;
    Preferred: Demonstrated experience in working with and analyzing quantitative data is a plus
    Required: Demonstrated experience in producing/publishing research papers, articles and reports, preferably on migration and/or humanitarian issues;
    Demonstrated understanding of migration policy actor needs, and experience in policy engagement;
    Demonstrated understanding of current mixed migration debates and dynamics in the region is an asset;
    Demonstrated experience in grant management and donor engagement is an asset;
    Previous experience working with international NGOs or humanitarian agencies.

    Apply via :

    candidate.hr-manager.net