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  • MMC Programme Support Officer 4Mi Project Manager Area Managers Country Director Head of Support Services Head of Programme

    MMC Programme Support Officer 4Mi Project Manager Area Managers Country Director Head of Support Services Head of Programme

    Overall purpose of the role
    To support the Mixed Migration Centre – East and Southern Africa with administrative programme and grant management needs; financial tracking, reporting and budgeting; and supply chain and procurement. Interested candidates should have excellent organizational, communication and time management skills as well as a passion for working within an humanitarian organization dedicated to the protection of refugees and migrants.. 
    Responsibilities:
    Program Support and Grant Management

    Support the Regional Head of MMC and 4Mi Manager in developing proposal budgets informed by MMC’s Master Budget and ensure that the correct templates are used during proposal development.
    Review donor contracts and outline key guidelines and policies and ensuring MMC complies with them.
    Act as the primary linkage between MMC and the Grants team to ensure compliance with DRC and donor rules during project implementation and reporting.
    Ensure all projects are up to date on dynamics and that MMC is in good standing in dynamics.
    Review the RAP (Rolling Action Plan) to ensure the correct reporting timelines are captured and reports are submitted as per the target dates.
    Identify and follow up on MMC instalments and ensure they are recorded and uploaded on Dynamics.

    Financial, Reporting Support and Budgeting

    Lead in the preparation of donor financial reports, project budgets, support the Regional Head of MMC to develop proposals and budgets, and support to final project audits.
    Review supporting documentation for accuracy and adherence to DRC, donor policies and accounting principles before submitting to the donor.
    Print, file and certify financial vouchers to accompany financial reports to donors.
    Prepare and update MMC’s Master Budget in coordination with the Regional Finance Controller.
    Identify funding gaps and inform the Regional Head of MMC and 4Mi Manager.
    Set up and participate in Budget Follow Up meetings between MMC, Grants and the Finance department.
    Review project expenses monthly/quarterly to identify any re-bookings or re-postings as per the different budgets and budget lines. And ensured that they are posted on Dynamics.
    Support the team with processing payments of vendors and consultants.
    Prepare the salary rescheduling as per the active projects and budgets.

    Supply Chain and Procurement

    Lead the procurement process within the team including raising purchase requisition requests, follow up with the Supply Chain teams on delivery of goods and services, quality control of delivered goods and services, liaison with suppliers on any matter arising, and invoicing and payment.
    Support the Supply Chain team in ensuring that MMC donors’ guidelines are adhered to.
    Support with the preparation and approval of Derogations, Note for files, Statement of Works and Completion Certificates templates for consultancies procurements.
    Support the Regional Head of MMC in the recruitment of consultants, including but not limited to, liaising with the Supply Chain and Human Resource teams in advertising consultancies, identification of candidates, contract reviews, invoicing and payment, consultant evaluation and consultancy close-out procedures..

    Experience and technical competencies:

    University Degree in a relevant field: Business Administration, Finance, International development/relations, Political science, Communications, Social science
    At least 5 years’ Programme support experience, with a preference given to experience in an INGO.
    Proven experience in financial management and program development in an INGO.
    Ability to work independently and with excellent organizational, planning and time management skills.
    Demonstrated ability to manage processes and maintain accurate records.
    Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks to meet deadlines.
    Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally. High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
    Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with respect for diversity.
    An interest in the regional mixed migration dynamic in East and Southern Africa and Yemen.
    Full professional proficiency in English;
    Arabic or French is an asset

    Expires: 15 May 2023

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  • WASH Assistant – Hygiene Promotion

    WASH Assistant – Hygiene Promotion

    Overall purpose of the role: 
    The WASH assistant – Hygiene Promostion, will be a member of a team that engages with communities to discuss their needs and concerns for health and hygiene. As part of the WASH intervention to protect and enhance the public health of the impacted population, he or she will also help with program strategy, confirm data from multiple sources, and communicate the program implementation strategy to stakeholders.  
    Duties and Responsibilities:
    Project management and development: 

    Promoting safe WASH practices, with a focus on hygiene practices in camps and host communities, including the proper use and upkeep of WASH facilities and services
    The hygiene promotion assistant will play a significant role in contingency and emergency response by ensuring appropriate community involvement in the design and delivery of crucial WASH services and facilities and by contributing to hygiene promotion sessions, awareness campaigns, and the distribution of hygiene aids and kits.
    Facilitate community programs to raise awareness of hygiene (male and female campaigns).
    Assist to plan and lead training sessions for refugees and host communities.

    Monitoring and reporting

    Conducting FGDs for both men and women in the targeted area regarding hygiene activities dedication to specific tours and within the allotted hours.
    Sending weekly/Monthly updates on hygiene promotion sessions on a regular basis and corresponding with the line manager about the accomplishment of hygiene promotion plans
    Support needs assessment and propose new ideas to improve the hygiene promotion activities
    Review learnings on WASH activities and report to your supervisor
    Submit weekly/monthly project updates to the digital learning officer
    On need basis support the WASH team leader to prepare the donor reports.

    Planning and budgeting

    Prepare activity budgets and submit to the WASH to ensure project activities are carried on time.
    Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly plans and share with your supervisor with the aim of implementing them
    Perform other duties as assigned by the superviso

    Experience and technical competencies 

    A public health-related degree or Diploma in Public health /community nursing/community health/ health promotion from a recognized institution 
    over one year experience working in humanitarian organizations
    Familiar with the local humanitarian circumstances.
    Ability to function under pressure.
    Ability to conduct knowledge transfer and effective communication 

    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: 

    A public health-related degree or Diploma in Public health /community nursing/community health/ health promotion from a recognized institution

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  • Advocacy Officer – Protection

    Advocacy Officer – Protection

    Overall purpose of the role: 
    Under the technical supervision of the Protection Coordinator, the Advocacy Officer – Protection will be responsible for providing technical support for data collection by field offices and producing regular protection monitoring reports
    Duties & Responsibilities:
    Advocacy 

    Produce infographics and accessible information products for different audiences and including advocacy products.
    Liaise with key stakeholders and country and field level for the dissemination of protection monitoring reports and other advocacy materials in line with DRC´s protection and country strategy.
    Develop advocacy strategy and quarterly advocacy workplan – in line with country office priorities
    Work closely with the Protection Coordinator and PDQ Manager to understand key developments related to refugee rights in Kenya

    Protection Monitoring

    Produce monitoring reports outlining protection concerns, multi-sector needs, and recommendations and present on findings, recommendations, and advocacy points to DRC senior management and external stakeholders. 
    Provide technical support to field staff for protection monitoring activities and ensure the highest quality of data and collected in the field.
    Review and analyze protection data and provide feedback to field staff.
    Carry out secondary data analysis and identify sources of data and information to complement the data collected by field offices.

    Experience and technical competencies: 

    A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in the humanitarian sector related with an NGO/United Nations or civil society organization.
    Experience in using research methodologies and data collection tools.
    Excellent drafting skills in English and experience in report writing different audiences.
    Experience in developing advocacy plans and conducting advocacy activities with a range of stakeholders.
    Experience in the production of technical material (training material, tools, reports, documents, etc.).
    Good networking skills.
    Knowledge of humanitarian standards, human rights, humanitarian law and refugee law.
    Ability to work under pressure, identify priorities and meet deadlines.
    Calm and diplomatic character.
    Willingness and ability to learn and grow professionally.

    Education

    Master’s degree in human rights, social sciences or another relevant subject.
    Experience and knowledge in GBV and Child Protection programming.. 

    Language: 

    Fluent in written and spoken English and Swahili.

    Key stakeholders: 

    UN Agencies, coordination bodies
    Government authorities and institutions 
    Partners
    Persons of Concern
    Staff
    Donors

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  • Economic Recovery Officer

    Economic Recovery Officer

    The overall purpose of the role: 
    The overall responsibility of the Project Officer – Economic Recovery/Livelihoods is to provide sound technical expertise in development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of livelihoods programs to LEAPS project funded by WUSC. The role will directly report to the Area manager and support the day-to-day implementation of the economic recovery related activities in the project as well as contribute to the recruitment and management of Economic Recovery assistants, and community incentive staffs. In addition, he/she will undertake other duties as assigned by the Area Manager in a matrix management arrangement with the technical coordination with DRC Head of Programs to ensure the project expectations are met. The role is responsible for overall project management of DRC’s livelihoods portfolio in Kakuma, including budget management.
    Key Responsibilities:
    R1. Project Management/Development, Monitoring & Evaluation:

    Plan, oversee and support the broad implementation of livelihoods activities in current DANIDA, ICRAF, WUSC and future economic recovery programs in DRC Kakuma/Kalobayei Refugee camps/settlement 
    Remain abreast of topical developments related to economic recovery and GBV-EMAP that will promote community participation in improving accountable behavior for male hence improving their economic/livelihoods well-being of their female partner
    Promote sector learning and knowledge management in the Livelihoods sector through: collating findings/ information collected from the field as well as routine monitoring to draw lessons.
    Lead in community mobilization, sensitization, formation of groups and training on VSLAs as well as Skills training (Mentorships) to promote financial inclusion amongst the vulnerable and unbanked communities.
    Develop and or adopt sector guidelines and tools in support of livelihoods implementation. 
    Submit timely and high-quality activity and donor and internal progress reports. 
    Work closely with the Protection, MEAL and Advocacy/Communication teams to enhance program integration through well-thought-out strategic strategies.  
    Ensure livelihoods sector growth in scope through fundraising – identification of sector gaps and root causes analysis, and take the lead in developing quality concept notes/proposals with corresponding activity budgets.
    Support the Economic Recovery team in project kick-off, review and project closure meetings including periodic program review and planning meetings and external meetings as often and as requested by the supervisor.
    Ensure project staff adhere to CHS Principles in project implementation; participate in CHS audits and support M&E plan.
    Ensure targets are met under DRC’s agreement with donors and to be accountable to the stated goals of the program.

    R2. Coordination & Partnership:

    Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders, including POCs and host community members and leaders, NGOs, UN agencies, DRS (Department of Refugees Services), FSP (financial Service Providers) and other DRC team members including partners to enhance multi-agency and multi-sectoral cooperation and coordination on response activities.
    Promote collaboration and synergy between refugee-focused interventions and the host communities.
    Actively participate and engage in relevant coordination meetings and collaborate with other agencies of relevance/value add to DRC’s urban agenda. 

    R3. Budget Management:

    Responsible for sound budget expenditure, adherence to DRC financial procedures and donor requirements as related to the livelihoods sector. 
    Draft spending plans, procurement plans, and work plans based on livelihood activities and budgets.
    Lead in budget follow-up meetings to ensure the budget is tracked and over/under expenditures are addressed in time.

    R4. Staff Supervision:

    Mentor, provide technical supervision and capacity building support, and facilitate the performance development of livelihoods project assistants and community engagement facilitators. 

    R5. Technical Implementation:

    Implement technical activities related to financial inclusion including building the capacity of VSLAs as well as work with digital partners to digitize VSLAs.
    Provide technical leadership to project assistants and community engagement facilitators on best practice around financial inclusion and business practices, focusing on community engagement.
    Conduct training in financial literacy and entrepreneurship skills, working with micro-businesses to strengthen business plans and operations.

    Experience and technical competencies: 

    Minimum of 3 years + of field experience in leading and managing economic recovery/livelihoods programming in an International NGO’ or other relevant agency and experience implementing Financial Inclusion interventions and models (VSLA/GS&L, Financial Education, savings groups-bank linkage) is an added advantage. 
    Technical experience in financial inclusion programming including working with VSLAs, developing the capacity of micro-enterprises, working with micro-loans and formal financial institutions, providing financial inclusion training. Experience working with sharia finance an advantage
    Experience in working with digital service providers and digital financial services including the implementation of digital solutions
    Strong project management skills, with experience managing multiple location, sector project budget. 
    Experience working in urban displacement responses and in multi-sectoral interventions.
    Experience in the digitization of savings groups project, enterprises, or social associations is an added advantage
    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.
    A demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with host governments, donors, partners, local organizations, and other stakeholders.
    Good level of communication and interpersonal skills.

    Education: 

    A degree in relevant field (Business Management, Economics, Entrepreneurship or Community Development or its equivalent). 
    Fluency in written and spoken English essential

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  • Grants Officer Monitoring Evaluation Learning and Accountability Office Project Coordinator – Wajir Project Coordinator – Mandera Project Coordinator – Lamu

    Grants Officer Monitoring Evaluation Learning and Accountability Office Project Coordinator – Wajir Project Coordinator – Mandera Project Coordinator – Lamu

    The overall purpose of the role: 
    The Grants Officer shall work within the Programmes Unit overseeing DRC CSSF grant management and compliance aspects for partners including the support to the project Coordinator/county lead on implementation.  The role will be responsible for information management and grant management for all projects. The position is also responsible for providing regular support to project cycle management by ensuring compliance with donor and internal DRC guidelines on contract management as well as the financial compliance of BRAVE partners. In this capacity, the role will be assisting in the budget management of sub-grants (tracking grant spending, managing and monitoring grant funding received and disbursed to partners), review of partners’ financial reports and expenditures and provide technical guidance on financial capacity. The role shall externally coordinate partners and internally liaise with Finance and Programmes.
    Duties & Responsibilities:
    Grants Management:

    Ensure awareness and compliance with donor policies and guidelines by implementing teams. This will require knowledge and understanding of DRC Kenya’s current and prospective donor guidelines and cascading this knowledge to implementing teams and support services through project kick-off meetings, regular project reviews, and ad hoc support.
    Coordinate project kick-off and close-out meetings. Participate in periodic budget reviews for all ongoing projects. 
    Manage information on the grants module within the DRC ERP ‘Dynamics’ and maintain all documentation related to grant management.
    Maintain and update the reporting schedule (Rolling Action Plan) for all Kenya country programme grants.
    Assist the support services department in preparing for document verification, financial audits, and donor due diligence assessments.

    Program Management and Support:

    Support the coordination of BRAVE on financial reporting, documentation, disbursement management and general donor compliance;
    Review financial reports and supporting documents submitted by partner organizations and coordinate with the relevant programme, and finance teams on any financial management issues identified and monitor accompanying remedial actions;
    Support BRAVE partners in adjusting spending plans Monitor and maintain a consolidated tracker of disbursements to partners, reporting and cash forecasts 
    Support the Partnership Coordinator on the development and record maintenance relating to Sub Grant Agreements, Partnership Memoranda, Terms of Reference, and associated documentation.
    Assist the Partnership Coordinator in developing guidance, standard templates, and toolkits to ensure timely submission of partner narrative and financial reports;
    Assist the Partnership Coordinator in cascading knowledge to area office staff on partnership administrative processes.

    Experience and technical competencies: 

    At least two years of experience working with projects and/or grants management. 
    Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
    Good communicator with strong organizational, time management and analytical skills.
    Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
    Competence in coordinating with partner organizations; monitoring and reviewing financial reports
    The ability to analyse, summarize and present a high volume of information quickly and accurately with advanced structuring, writing, and editing skills.
    Excellent organizational skills: the ability to multi-task, learn quickly, and work independently and productively in a fast-paced environment.
    Strong strategic thinking and planning skills
    Excellent communication skills.
    High proficiency in MS Office tools (with excellent Microsoft Excel skills).

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  • Consultancy on External Debriefing and Professional Supervision for Case Workers

    Consultancy on External Debriefing and Professional Supervision for Case Workers

    Scope of consultancy
    DRC GBV, PSN and CP units in Kenya (Dadaab, Kakuma and Nairobi) want to carry out a debriefing & supervision exercise aimed at ensuring the overall mental wellbeing of their staff. The selected consultant(s) will be expected to conduct this exercise for the staff involved and thereafter submit a report.
    Key tasks with list of ‘key activities’, under each responsibility.
    Consultant is expected to;

    Conduct a meeting with the team in order to create rapport by establishing objectives and expectations of the group.

    In supervision:

    Provide guidance on issues of burn out, case management and psychosocial support.
    Guidance in terms of career progression.
    Share learning/refresher.

    In debriefing:

    Conduct a Psycho-education session on coping mechanisms and professional development.
    Make recommendations to the team on how to improve and sustain professional and personal growth.
    Conduct a group and /or individual (when necessary) supervision exercise/session with case workers to handle complex situations/cases.

    In reporting:

    Submit a final debriefing report with the analysis, conclusions and recommendations.

    Review four key questions which include;

    what are we trying to accomplish? – Where did we hit (or miss) our objectives? – What are our outcomes? – What should we start, stop, or continue doing?

    The consultant should submit high quality reports within 15 days after completion of the activity not personalizing individual views/sentiments.
    Any other duty relevant to debriefing and supervision.

    Methodology
    The consultant may employ the use of the following methodologies while conducting the sessions;

    Experiential learning
    Reflective activities
    Peer review
    Supervision
    Role plays
    Refresher on counseling skills and theories

    Key deliverables/outputs
    The consultant is expected;

    To identify group challenges and develop opportunities for growth.
    To enhance self-care practices to prevent and manage burnout
    To provide a safe environment for staff to reflect, share both personal experience and best practices.
    To provide a group supervision exercise for the team to enhance team work and cohesion
    To promote individual and team support towards emotional resilience
    To submit a final report with recommendations.

    DRC’s responsibilities
    For field assignments, DRC will provide the consultant’s accommodation and meals on full board. DRC will also compensate travel expenses including taxi costs to and from the airport/bus station to the facilitation Venue.
    Note: The consultant will provide necessary materials needed for facilitating the sessions.
    Reporting Arrangements

    The consultant will report to the Team Leader for the activities.
    The facilitator will liaise with the team leader and supply chain for travel arrangements.

    DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT
    The consultancy period shall be for 3-5 days (specific dates may vary per region/field office). The final report must be submitted to DRC within 15 working days after the exercise.
    EXPECTED PROFILE OF CONSULTANT
    The consultant must have;

    Advanced degree in counseling from a recognized institution and must be certified by Kenya Association of Professional Counsellors (KAPC) or any other relevant body.
    Over 10 years in counseling, training and counseling supervision.
    Experience in offering trauma counselling and supervising counselors dealing with trauma cases.
    Must have skills and experience in conducting supervision, debriefing and team building activities.
    Experience in conducting debriefing, supervision and teambuilding for individuals working with refugees and those working in conflict and post-conflict areas, is an added advantage.

    Bids can be submitted by email to the following dedicated, controlled, & secure email address: tender.ken@drc.ngoWhen Bids are emailed, the following conditions shall be complied with:Failure to comply with the above may disqualify the Bid.DRC is not responsible for the failure of the Internet, network, server, or any other hardware, or software, used by either the Bidder or DRC in the processing of emails.DRC is not responsible for the non-receipt of Bids submitted by email as part of the e-Tendering process.Bids to be submitted ONLY electronically.

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    tender.ken@drc.ngo

  • Head of Support Services

    Head of Support Services

    The Head of Support Services will play a significant part in qualifying and implementing initiatives coming from the global and regional DRC organizational development and financial accountability initiatives. Furthermore, the post-holder will ensure timely and appropriate communication with Area Manager, Project Managers and Team Leads concerning all issues related to finance, supply chain, IT, administration and human resources and work proactively to resolve differences and prioritize time-sensitive tasks. This role has a country focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the country. The role contributes to the development of country strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks and is a focal point for DRC Dynamics. The role provides support and/or technical guidance to country operations while overseeing country activities.
    Key responsibilities
    The Head of Support Services reports to and works in close collaboration with the Country Director. Specific responsibilities include:
    Operational Management

    Support the Country Director and the Senior Management Team in liaising with donors and authorities, especially as relates to issues of compliance, registration, and audit.
    Oversee the operational support units for the country by providing strategic leadership and technical support to the areas under his/her supervision.
    upervision, audits and controlling and implementation of corrective actions related to DRC’s operational standards within support areas.
    Ensure that DRC retains and continually develops its operational capacity to provide rapid emergency response in particular within its procurement and transport systems.
    Actively contribute to the risk management plan and mitigations for the country that identifies the major financial and operational risks.
    Ensure that all administrative and legal-related systems are accurate and maintained.
    Work to build the capacity of the operational support staff throughout the operation though frequent in service training sessions and mentoring support.
    Contribute to the development and implementation of DRC’s global development initiatives.
    Ensure the Risk Management Framework and compliance to external and internal regulations are respected as well as ensure continuous improvement to internal control environment.

    Budget Management

    Ensure that the Country Master Budget is updated on a regular basis and is used to adequately prepare project proposals or cost cutting measures.
    Develop country office support services budget including staff costs for all donor project proposals and track spending on regular basis to ensure budget is used according to plan.

    DRC Dynamics ERP System

    Ensure ERP functionality is properly rolled out and used by relevant staff.
    Apply reports and data analytics from DRC Dynamics to improve overall performance.
    Act as heavy user for most of the Projects & Finance functionalities.

    Management

    Lead and manage the support managers (recruiting, performance, well-being and development).
    Manage, deliver and report on current operations program support in geographic scope.
    Establish high performing support teams ensuring high-quality approaches are maintained.
    Develop and improve operational approaches, compliance and systems, and support the Country Director to build and deliver effective and sustainable interventions.
    Responsible for the strategic development, management and implementation of the support operations.
    Ensure appropriate technical support is available to programs, in line with organizational priorities.
    Ensure support for annual planning and review processes.
    Direct responsibility for ensuring that the DRC Program operates in accordance with DRC’s support function guidelines.
    Be the senior management focal point and leading the overall country implementation of the DRC
    Dynamics (Enterprise Resource Planning, ERP) system.

    Qualifications and Experience

    A Degree and or Master’s Degree/ advanced professional qualification in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Social Sciences or International Development
    At least 7 years of experience in a relevant field and possess strong skills motivating people through change.
    At least 4 years’ experience with people management.
    At least 4 years experience in a similar role in an international NGO.
    Proven leadership skills and a competence in people management.
    Proven operational management experience and capability, including in conflict areas.
    Proven significant financial, information and systems management experience.
    Significant experience in procurement and tender processes.
    Understanding and experience of institutional fundraising.
    Understanding of the countries in which DRC operates and sensitive to the cultural context.
    Experience working in an ERP system, including supply chain, finance and HR systems.
    Full professional proficiency in English

    Personal competencies

    Leadership skills, including ability to build and motivate a team and willingness to deal with challenges.
    Ability to manage a large workload and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
    Highly organized team player, pro-active and with demonstrated strong personal initiative and decision-making ability.
    Proven solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
    Political and cultural sensitivity, including ability to adapt well to local cultures.
    Demonstrated successful experience working within a complex security environment is preferred.

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  • MEAL Assistant – Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning

    MEAL Assistant – Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning

    Overall purpose of the role: 
    The position is to assist the MEAL Officer in ensuring the implementation of comprehensive MEAL systems to improve the quality and enhance DRC’s ability to demonstrate the impact of its work in urban refugee and host communities’ settings. The incumbent will work closely with the DRC urban program colleagues/sectors and in matrix management arrangement with the DRC Urban Area Manager to ensure the project expectations are met. 
    Responsibilities: 
    R1. Design and implementation of MEAL Plans:

    Participate in the design and implementation of the MEAL plan for urban program projects.
    Under the supervision of the MEAL officer, develop/adapt relevant tools and procedures to monitor and report results of project activities. 
    Support review and update MEAL plans as necessary. 

    R2. Data and information management:

    Assist in design/adapt a data management plan for projects in line with the MEAL plan data requirements. 
    Ensure data management procedures implemented adhere to the DRC data protection policy.
    Maintain a secure and up-to-date beneficiary database with appropriate Age/Gender/Diversity data. 
    Ensure systematic data collection, clean up, storage and system maintenance.
    Perform periodic monitoring and verification exercises to ensure data quality.
    Conduct regular data analysis and provide information and statistics in agreed formats including dashboards for weekly, monthly and final reports required for internal and external progress updates.
    Offer technical support to protection and livelihoods staff in using relevant data management and reporting tools (training, coaching etc.)

    R3. Accountability to affected populations:

    Support the implementation and monitoring of the urban programme’s Feedback and Complaints Response Mechanism (F-CRM) including gathering individuals’ feedback on DRC services
    Collaborate with the registrar of the F-CRM on follow-up and response to operational complaints regarding DRC interventions
    Monitor and report on the urban programme’s adherence to the CHS commitments in the response

    R4. Report Writing & Documentation:

    Guide project staff in generating activity reports using standard formats. 
    Generate and share weekly/bi-weekly updates on MEAL findings to inform learning and adjustment of activities as needed
    Assist in compiling and submitting weekly, monthly and final reports to the MEAL officer and Urban area manager.
    Document case studies & lessons learned for internal and external sharing through DRC social media channels, review meetings and reports

    Experience and technical competencies:  

    Minimum of 2 years of work experience within the field of monitoring and evaluation and protection/livelihoods programming compression an added advantage 
    Experience working in urban displacement responses and in multi-sectoral interventions
    Experience in working with information management systems / databases and mobile data collection platforms
    Demonstrated experience in conducting quantitative and qualitative data analysis
    Excellent report writing and communication skills (English)
    Clear understanding of Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) commitments and operation of community feedback and response mechanisms

    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.

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  • Information Management Specialist Cash and Livelihoods Coordinator Finance Coordinator Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning Coordinator Protection Advisor Supply Chain Coordinator WASH Coordinator

    Information Management Specialist Cash and Livelihoods Coordinator Finance Coordinator Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning Coordinator Protection Advisor Supply Chain Coordinator WASH Coordinator

    Key responsibilities
    Information management strategy and standards

    Contribute to the development of DRC’s project information management strategy by reviewing information needs and gaps, evaluating current information management processes and tools and drafting an information collection and management plan in support of project team.
    Ensure the compliance of information systems and process with the applicable standards and guidelines related to information management and data protection, including the Protection Information Management (PIM) standards and principles and DRC’s internal guidelines.

    Data management and analysis

    Ensure effective data management by developing data collection tools and methodologies, designing and managing database systems for data management and analysis purposes.
    Ensure availability of updated and quality information for informed decision-making by DRC’s project team by identifying pertinent variables, including analysing and interpreting multiples datasets, identifying trends and patterns in protection issues and humanitarian needs affecting DRC’s populations of concerns

    Information dissemination

    Draft information products such as reports, charts and infographics by turning data into graphic products to facilitate the dissemination of information to external stakeholders for the purpose of reporting, information sharing and advocacy.
    Design the layouts of reporting and presentation templates using graphic design programs ensuring the attractiveness and clarity of the information products.
    Contribute to the development and implementation of a dissemination plan for all information products, including the definition of standard operating procedures for clearing information products for release.

    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:

    University degree in social sciences, information technology, demography, statistics, or any related area.
    Specialized training on information management systems
    At least 3 years of relevant work experience of which at least 2 years combined field and/or headquarters experience in INGOs and/or UN agencies.
    Demonstrated experience and skills in data analysis and visualization software such as PowerBI, GIS, Tableau.
    Proven skills to analyze statistical information and ability to compile and holistically analyze diverse datasets.
    Demonstrated information management skills and demonstrated understanding of different data collection methodologies, especially in relation to protection, human rights and humanitarian assessment and monitoring data.
    Knowledge of protection-related guidelines, standards and indicators.
    Knowledge of humanitarian system, Protection cluster approach and the UN system
    Strong understanding and experience in implementing relational databases.
    Experience with handling confidential data.
    Ability to formulate IM-related technical requirements and Operating Procedures.
    Ability to translate planning-specifications into technical briefs for data capture and analysis, and vice versa.
    Advanced Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, functions, etc.).
    Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
    Ability to travel regularly within the region and beyond – including in conflict affected areas – potentially for up to 4 weeks at a short time notice.

    Ideally, you will also have the below desirable qualifications:

    Completion of Protection Information Management (PIM) training
    Experience with HTML, PHP, ASP and/or Java is an asset.
    Experience in web design and software development is an asset.
    Previous experience of working in Somalia an added advantage

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  • Humanitarian Disarmament & Peacebuilding Manager Team Leader – Protection GBV

    Humanitarian Disarmament & Peacebuilding Manager Team Leader – Protection GBV

    Overall purpose of the role: 
    The Humanitarian Disamorment and Peacebuilding Manager will provide overall technical leadership to the Humanitarian Disarmament and peace building (HDP) sector, and provide leadership in the design of HDP projects in the country operation. He/She will also lead on HDP sector level fundraising, donor engagement, technical program support to area teams and represent DRC Kenya and HDP related forums. He will be HDP government focal point and a key interlocutor with HDP partners and other key stakeholders. He will provide leadership to current HDBP projects, with project oversight responsibilities.
    Duties & Responsibilities:
    Strategy Development

    Develop the HDP country sector strategy and ensure it is updated at all times.
    Provide constant political and economic analysis of the national context as related to the HDBP sector
    In co-ordination with the DRC HoP and Regional HDP technical coordinators on Peacebuilding, support the development of related HDP cross border initiatives into neighbouring countries.
    Support the Country Director in drafting, promoting, and rolling out of all HDP-relevant strategic planning documents in broad consultation with all staff. 
    As an E-SMT member, ensure regular and critical review of the country strategic and action plans. Follow-up on the action plan and report against its indicators.
    Align and integrate HDP activities along other DRC Protection work.
    Support the Country Director by inputting into the Government Engagement Plan and supporting linkages with relevant government ministries/departments in line with the HDBP strategy
    Support the Head of Programs in harmonizing programme approaches and HDP delivery across the country program workstreams and governance levels

    Management, Coordination and monitoring

    Management, operational oversight, coordination and implementation of HDP projects within the DRC Kenya programme. 
    Ensure high quality project implementation for HDBP Sector and DRC joint projects in accordance with donor and DRC regulations as well as in line with agreed indicators, budgets, and work plans.
    Support and technical supervision of HDBP project staff. This includes coaching, ensuring co-ordination between Area  managers, recruiting and development of HDP staff.
    Provide appropriate and timely technical feedback to HDBP staff regarding their performance, including annual staff performance appraisals. 
    Identify with HDBP staff their needs and opportunities for professional development.
    Serve as a member of the country Extended Senior Management Team.
    Develop and monitor an annual HDP workplan and budget implementation at country level
    Work together with the Head of Programs and other program Teams to produce an annual county level workplan to ensure vertical integration of all HDP interventions and strategies 
    Work together with the MERL Unit to develop and monitor log frame indicators, intervention logic and a theory of change for the  HDP sector. 

    Programme development

    Develop and expand the HDP components of the DRC Kenya programme. 
    Lead in proposal development for HDP sector.
    Lead in fundraising efforts for HDP components
    Support the Country Director in representation for HDP related forums.
    Be a driving force in terms of developing HDB projects within the DRC Kenya programme objectives.

    Finance, administration and safety

    Responsible for HDP budget monitoring, financial management and expenses control including compliance with minimum DRC and donor requirements and ensuring that the necessary systems are in place.
    Responsible for ensuring that HDBP Country staff adherence to security procedures, monitoring the development in the security situation, developing contingency plans etc.
    Reporting
    Ensure all reports related to the HDP sector are compiled, quality checked and submitted on time to the donors in close consultation with the area teams, MERL Unit and the grants team. 
    Contribute to the quarterly, annual and other project reports as required
    Review technical content of downstream partner reports to ensure high quality technical reporting 
    Contribute to programme deliverables as they relate to the relevant  HDBP workstreams. 

    Representation/Liaison

    Represent HDP’s work in Kenya towards local government authorities, donors, partners, UN agencies and international and local NGOs and  selected local co-ordination forums. 
    Be the point of contact for collaborating with national partners under HDBP sector
    Provide overall technical management of the delivery of collaboration and national partner activities by providing technical assistance and attending activities to ensure set objectives are achieved

    Fundraising & Accountability

    Actively identify and respond to relevant funding opportunities. The funding environment in Kenya is challenging and will require significant focus and capacity.
    Lead proposal development to maintain and expand HDP’s portfolio in Kenya and on borderlands.
    Guided by the DRC Programme Handbook, continuously monitor and develop relevant accountability initiatives in the field as well as strengthening the effort to document the impact of HDP’s activities.

    Experience and technical competencies:  

    Demonstrate an understanding of the ever-changing Kenyan landscape (including cross border dynamics) as relates to politic, conflict, peace and security.
    Demonstrate conceptual and practical knowledge on Conflict Sensitive Development, security governance and related fields in a management capacity.
    Minimum of five years working experience with International NGOs or operational UN agencies, including at least two years’ experience of community-level conflict sensitive programming.
    Proven experience in project management, including budget expenditure, donor relations, reporting, proposal writing, staff management, and monitoring and evaluation.
    Demonstrable leadership and management skills, including team building and management by example.
    Demonstrable ability to think strategically, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a complex and challenging environment.
    Demonstrated ability to mobilise resources and expand programmes
    Excellent writing and verbal skills in English for project proposals, reports, and communications; Swahili skills is an added advantage.

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