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  • Manager, Talent Acquisition

    Manager, Talent Acquisition

    Job Description
    Evidence Action is looking for a seasoned and experienced Talent Acquisition Manager to join our growing team. Reporting to the Senior Manager, HR – Africa Region, the Manager, Talent Acquisition is responsible for planning, developing, managing and overseeing talent acquisition processes and strategies with a focus on East and Southern Africa.  This includes succession planning, sourcing, candidate screening, background checks, legal compliance, on-boarding and metrics reporting. The incumbent will work with team leads and in country HR generalists to identify hiring needs, position Evidence Action as an employer of choice and execute top-in- class recruitment strategies to attract, select & place high caliber talent to support organization goals. 
    ** This is a Fixed term (3 year) non-renewable contract **
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Working closely with in-country HR reps, oversee management of full cycle recruitment and placement needs
    Contribute to the development of a sustainable talent acquisition strategy for the Africa Region
    Liaise with hiring managers to determine hiring needs for open positions.
    Lead and manage the sourcing of qualified and suitable candidates for open positions.
    Design, plan and execute selection processes (conduct interviews and screening calls, design and administer assessments).
    In consultation with hiring managers, develop suitable salary packages and negotiate offers with candidates.
    Create and maintain active candidate pools to reduce hiring lead times – foster long-term relationships with past applicants and potential candidates.
    Use HRIS and Recruitment Marketing tools to develop strategies to maintain a talent pipeline.
    Maintain knowledge of recruitment trends, best practices, regulatory changes and related employment laws, and new technologies in HR talent management.
    Develop KPIs for talent acquisition to maintain standards and prepare a periodic reports for regional leadership
    In liaison with Africa Regional Leadership, create & manage a sustainable employer brand
    Managing sourcing platforms e.g. LinkedIn, Glassdoor, BambooHR
    Managing candidate experience throughout the recruitment cycle
    Work with line managers to review job descriptions (on hiring) and update existing job descriptions to match current roles and responsibilities
    Spearhead skills mapping process for the region
    Provide guidance and forecasting for future hiring needs

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field – additional HR qualification will be an added advantage
    Minimum 5 years progressive experience as a talent acquisition specialist
    Demonstrable experience in crafting recruitment and sourcing strategies in a multi -country, multi-cultural context 
    In-depth knowledge of full-cycle recruiting and employer branding techniques.
    Experience with HRIS, Applicant Tracking System, Sourcing and Recruitment Marketing tools.
    A determined, creative thinker and a proactive problem solver.
    Prior experience in managing staffing projects and initiatives.
    Ability to collaborate and work well within teams.
    Good organizational and time-management skills.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an attention to detail.
    Membership to IHRM
    INGO experience will be an added advantage

    Working conditions

    Normal/Office based

    Position Location 

    The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will work closely with the Africa regional leadership and in-country HR representatives. 

    Direct reports

    None

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  • Program Analyst, New Program Development

    Program Analyst, New Program Development

    About the Position
    The Accelerator is working to identify, research, design, and scale Evidence Action’s next generation of flagship programs. We are investigating multiple program areas to identify health or health-adjacent interventions that have a strong evidence-base, are cost-effective, and have a large potential to scale. Areas being researched include: Kangaroo Mother Care, ORS and zinc to prevent diarrheal mortality, intermittent preventive treatment for malaria, in-line water chlorination, early initiation of breastfeeding, among others.
    We are seeking a dynamic, highly entrepreneurial Analyst who can research, design and manage the launch of high-quality new programs, while relentlessly measuring and assessing whether the programs are having the desired impact. S/he will have strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities and be adept with quantitative analysis. S/he will bring superb interpersonal skills and work collaboratively and effectively with Evidence Action team members across the organization as well as external partners and country governments.
    Duties & Responsibilities

    Research new programs, design and manage program implementation and associated field-testing activities.
    Manage early stage field activities, program scoping, and piloting of new programs in select countries throughout Sub-Saharan Africa and within Kenya. For example:

    Coordinate the prototyping of in-line chlorination devices and program design in Kenya.
    Assist in the regional scoping and possible expansion of the Accelerator’s iron and folic acid supplementation program.

    Design and manage program work plans, including the coordination of diverse staff in separate time zones and departments within the organization.
    Lead operational efforts necessary to design and launch program implementation, including budget design and management, drafting statements of work and memorandums of understanding, product procurement, and IRB procedures.
    Coordinate activities between Evidence Action and local implementing partners throughout different stages of new programs, including local permissions, compliance, and reporting.
    Map donor landscapes and identify funding streams for new programs.
    Work with cost-effectiveness and MLE staff to design, develop, and refine cost-effectiveness models, monitoring frameworks, and theories of change.
    Rapidly assess the potential of new programs by analyzing the total addressable market, cost-effectiveness, evidence-base, strategic fit, and funding availabilities of promising interventions.
    Conduct desk-based research and literature reviews to inform organizational  decisions on key intervention areas.
    Coordinate stakeholders and manage work flow to efficiently and simultaneous drive multiple programs through the Accelerator development process.
    Conduct stakeholder outreach (study authors, implementers, other development partners) to solicit feedback on new programs, their design, key gaps, and whether there is interest in collaborating with Evidence Action.
    Develop and nurture mutually beneficial relationships with partner organizations (e.g., implementing organizations, government officials, academic researchers).
    Lead and participate in high-stakes meetings; present the business case for potential programs to government stakeholders.

    About the Candidate
    S/he will be impassioned about improving the lives of hundreds of millions of people and making a measurable difference in people’s lives. Specifically, the ideal candidate will:

    Be strongly aligned with Evidence Action values; committed to evidence-based programming in the development field.
    Have an appetite for excellence and continuous improvement with an outstanding attention to detail.
    Have strong critical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a high degree follow-through.
    Be comfortable using data and evidence, often ambiguous or incomplete, to drive decisions for program design and implementation.
    Be a relationship builder with the ability to find common ground, build consensus, and strengthen collaboration among diverse stakeholders, both internally and externally.
    Thrive in a matrixed, cross-functional team where implementation, monitoring, and research backgrounds intersect.
    Be adaptable, self-motivated, quick to learn on the job and quick to take initiative and ownership over their workstreams.
    Be culturally sensitive; familiar working across cultures and time zones.
    Have a sense of humor and excitement to be part of an engaged and intellectually stimulating work environment.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as public health, international development, public policy, economics, statistics, or business; Master’s degree preferred.
    2-4 years’ work experience in a demanding, results-oriented environment; background in management consulting or public health delivery is preferred.
    Excellent project  and team management skills; experience designing and implementing programs in international development. Preferred experience in health, nutrition, or WASH.
    Strong task management and organizational skills; proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, including the production and management of budgets and work plans.
    Experience in effectively communicating and negotiating with, presenting to, and managing a variety of stakeholders in multicultural settings, including researchers, implementing partners, donors, and government officials.
    Advanced writing and presentation skills; ability to communicate complex research methodologies and findings to a non-technical audience clearly and succinctly.
    Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills; experience using large data sets and quantitative analysis to drive decision making.
    Prior experience in conducting evidence reviews, reviewing academic literature, and synthesizing large quantities of data and evidence for decision making in program design and implementation.
    Ability to work independently, think creatively, handle ambiguity, and work in a fast-paced environment.
    Ability to independently represent Evidence Action in high-stakes meetings with government stakeholders and major donors.
    High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; advanced Excel and familiarity with Stata, R, SPSS, or other statistical packages a bonus.
    Preferred experience living and working in low-income countries, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa.
    Verbal and written fluency in English.
    Kenyan nationals strongly encouraged to apply.

    Apply via :

    .bamboohr.com

  • Accountant

    Accountant

    Job purpose
    To ensure the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and booking transactions and proper serialization and safe filing. The position has access to the organization’s confidential information that needs to be protected by adhering to the organization’s value by keeping information confidential. The Accountant will act as a resource and/or coordinate resources between Regional and country-based projects and perform other duties as defined by the department lead/leadership.
    Duties and responsibilities
    Program Support – 10% of the role

    Will regularly communicate with program, country, and regional leads to identify capacity needs and oversee Finance function.
    Represent the Finance team in various program meetings.

    Accounting: 70% of the role

    Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential
    Secure financial information by completing database backups, this includes saving all evidence action materials including the scanned payments vouchers to Box.
    Timely and correct tracking of the withholding tax of the vendors and remitting the same to the authorities Avoiding any legal challenges by complying with legal
    Coordinating the updating of the Asset register.
    Responsible for accurate maintenance of the Accounting system by ensuring accurate entries are done and charged to the correct billing details.
    Verifying all payment vouchers for accuracy and completeness before processing and posting into the accounting system-Intacct.
    Ensure accurate and timely Cash disbursements and Ensure proper documentation of all payments to staff, Sub grantees and vendors
    Provide financial and compliance guideline/training to program and operations staff.
    Manage accounts receivable from staff by ensuring the returns are compliant as per the policy, accurate and fully supported.

    Budgeting, disbursements and accountability: 20% of the role

    Continuous and effective budget tracking Ensuring proper budget utilization, proper cost allocations communication with the program team, full accountability of funds.  

    Professional Qualification:

    Preferred Minimum Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field, or similar.
    Registered with Institute of Chartered Accountant

    Relevant Experience and Key Skills:

    At least 3 years of experience performing similar responsibilities required for the position and demonstrating progress in the role.
    Strategic and tactical critical thinker with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
    A confident decision-maker who can communicate directions and solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical staff.
    Experience in managing Donor Funded Programs.
    Proficiency with Microsoft Windows 7 and 10, Skype, Microsoft Office 2013-16, Sage Intact
    Good English – written and verbal competence.

    Work Hours and Considerations

    Primary work hours and location must include business hours (9:00 am-5:00 pm), Monday to Friday, in Evidence Action’s Nairobi, adjustments in agreement with the Director, Finance and Administration, Africa.
    Off-hour work may be required as necessary for overseeing/completing planned activities, participating in international conference calls across time-zones, or responding to emergency situations.
    Some travel. The Accountant will visit offices across Kenya, and other countries within Africa when necessary for the purpose of training, project management, and meetings of program and country staff.

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  • Deputy Director, Programs Associate, Data Management

    Deputy Director, Programs Associate, Data Management

    Job purpose
    The Deputy Director, Programs, Africa Region, will serve as the lead for operations of the Dispensers for Safe Water program which we implement in Kenya, Uganda and Malawi, as well as oversee existing and new implementation partnerships in other geographies; will provide support to the Accelerator team during the process of program exploration and development, which may involve strategic reviews of new intervention areas and early-stage engagement with government and other organizations; and will take the lead in policy and partnership engagements in the region.
    This position will report to the Regional Director, Africa Region. The role will have 5 direct reports: Senior Country Manager, Uganda; Senior Country Manager, Malawi; Senior Program Manager, Kenya; Senior Associate, Program Engineering and Innovations; Manager, Policy and Partnerships. In total, through the indicated direct reports, this position will be responsible for 150 staff spread across 3 countries.  
    The ideal candidate should have a demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate priorities and insights into action. He/she should also demonstrate well-developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication, and quantitative analysis skills.
    Duties and responsibilities
    This position will focus on 3 areas—lead Dispensers for Safe Water operations (~70% LoE), oversee regional cross-program policy and partnership (~20% LoE), and support global program development (~10% LoE)—as described below.
    Dispenser for Safe Water

    Operation oversight: Directly manage operations of the DSW program in Kenya, Uganda and Malawi, including ensuring outstanding program performance, ie maintaining high community adoption of the program, dispenser functionality, etc.
    Support function coordination: Supporting Regional Director, coordinate closely with DSW support functions, including Monitoring & Evaluation, Finance, Human Resource teams.
    Sustainability: With inputs from Regional Director, identify and pilot the use of new funding mechanisms, such as user contributions through self-help groups, to generate additional revenue to support the program’s ongoing costs.
    Financial management: In collaboration with Country Senior Managers and support functions, take the lead in developing and managing the annual program budget.
    Communication: Coordinate and closely support Global Communications teams in generating DSW content for use in external and internal communication and program visibility.
    Fundraising: Coordinate closely with the Fundraising and Global Leadership team in DSW fundraising efforts, including proposal development, proposal writing and ongoing donor engagement (eg donor reporting).
    R&D: With the Engineering team, identify, design and test modifications and improvements to increase dispenser lifespan and reliability.

    Regional Government and Partnership Engagement.

    Manage a high functioning regional policy and partnerships team.
    In collaboration with Regional Director and Program Leads, identify, articulate and execute key government and policy goals and objectives for all Evidence Action programs in the Africa Region.
    In collaboration with various organizational and program leaders, take the lead on or actively contribute to the development of Evidence Action partnership strategy in the region.
    In consultation with program leadership, identify and assess strategic partners with the capacity to implement/scale some of our key interventions and/or partners willing to share information and best practices of strategic relevance in general. Take the lead in cultivating relationships with the partners in the region.

    Global Program Development Support

    Review and input into new intervention areas being developed by the Accelerator team, with a particular focus on country fit and feasibility.
    Engage with governments and other stakeholders to scope emerging Accelerator program opportunities and to help lay the ground work for new country entry.

    The Deputy Director may take on other responsibilities related to organizational priorities, in consultation with Evidence Action leadership and as time allocations permit.
    Qualifications

    6+ years of experience, preferably in management consulting or development program management, including track record of high-level relationship management.
    Exceptional people management skills, inclusive of internal and external stakeholders; able to work effectively in a “matrixed” environment.
    Ability to set and implement a strategic vision for a large program and/or organization.
    Strong belief in the importance of evidence-based decision making.
    Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or Master’s degree in economics, international relations, public health or related field from a recognized University strongly preferred.
    Experienced and comfortable working collaboratively across teams and cultures, including with senior representatives of major foundations and international organizations.
    Strong, persuasive written and oral communication skills, including experience with public speaking. 
    Experience living and working in developing countries preferred.
    Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (estimated at 10-15% of working time)
    Passionate about social impact and experience in social enterprise, entrepreneurial nonprofit, or start-up environment.
    A sense of humor.

    Direct reports

    Senior Country Manager, Uganda.
    Senior Country Manager, Malawi.
    Senior Program Manager, DSW, Kenya.
    Senior Associate, Program Engineering and Innovation.
    Manager, Policy and Partnerships.

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  • Office Assistant, Program Implementation

    Office Assistant, Program Implementation

    Job purpose
    The Office Assistant is majorly responsible for office organization, service to the office teams/visitors and the management of office supplies. DSW relies on the Office Assistant to ensure that the office and its environment is a conducive space for working and the staff wellness is catered for.
    Duties and responsibilities

    Office Organization and cleanness

    Open office on time and ensure secure closure at the end of the day, ensuring safe custody of all office keys.
    Keep the office and chlorine stores and the surroundings clean and tidy at all times.
    Ensure the office compound is a healthy and conducive environment for work

    Service to office teams

    Prepare and serve tea to staff on time on a daily basis.
    Support on office errands such as small items purchases, printing/scanning & photocopies, etc.
    Collection and delivery of office parcels, quotations, invoices, parcels etc.

    Management of office supplies

    Responsible for office kitchen and sanitation supplies inventory, monitor and maintain/control usage, and ensure a timely requisition for new supplies as needed
    Ensure all kitchen utensils, equipment and cleaning tools are well maintained and serviceable. Ensure timely reporting of any damages for repairs.

    Other general tasks

    Receive client/visitors and usher/refer them to the correct contact person or staff while maintaining organization image.
    Support with updating chlorine and dispenser parts inventory and regular stock checking and monthly stock reconciliations.
    Help/oversee the movement of office furniture, oversee loading/offloading of chlorine refills/dispenser parts, etc.
    Data handling -Organizing and filing hard copy data and maintaining a well-organized data filing and storage system at the office.
    Support in event planning and coordination as necessary, arrange for refreshments, food and other necessary materials
    Support with other program fieldwork as may be necessary.
    Any other duties/tasks assigned by supervisor or management.

    Qualifications

    A minimum of a certificate and 1 years’ experience in the related field.
    Excellency in oral and written communication is required
    Computer skills are an added advantage

    Apply via :

    .bamboohr.com

  • Accounts Officer

    Accounts Officer

    Job purpose
    To Support Finance Operations in the Nairobi Office.
    Description of duties

    Preparing Payments schedules – Assist the accountant in ensuring all payment vouchers are complete and supported for payment processing.
    Stamping all the payment vouchers ‘paid’ after processing and ensure they are properly scanned and saved inbox.
    File all the payment vouchers chronologically and ensure the files are easily retrieved.
    Payment vouchers retrievals for verification, more so to support sampled transactions during the audit period.
    Assisting the accountant in ensuring that all program liquidated advances are labelled filed and referenced to the tracker prepared by the assigned accountant.
    Assets Management- updating the current Evidence Action Kenya Asset register by ensuring all assets in the register are tagged, the status of the asset updated as well as ensure all additions and disposals are properly captured and reconciling with the Inventory online system.

    Qualifications, Experience and Skills

    Qualifications include:
    3years’ work experience
    Bachelor’s degree in finance or any other related field.
    Professional certification in ACCA or CPA
    Strong oral and written communication skills;
    Audit management experience in donor-funded programs.

    Desired Attitude

    Self-motivated with the ability to operate under own initiative and also take instructions to prioritize and manage a diverse workload.
    Ability to work well in a team;
    Enthusiastic to take on a role with a significant responsibility while developing personally and professionally
    Problem-solving skills;
    Independent, proactive and willing to take initiative.
    Interested in a work environment that is flexible, creative, and constantly changing.

    Apply via :

    .bamboohr.com

  • Office Assistant, Program Implementation

    Office Assistant, Program Implementation

    Job purpose

    The Office Assistant is majorly responsible for office organization, service to the office teams/visitors and the management of office supplies. DSW relies on the Office Assistant to ensure that the office and its environment is a conducive space for working and the staff wellness is catered for.

    Duties and responsibilities

    Office Organization and cleanness

    Open office on time and ensure secure closure at the end of the day, ensuring safe custody of all office keys.
    Keep the office and chlorine stores and the surroundings clean and tidy at all times.
    Ensure the office compound is a healthy and conducive environment for work

    Service to office teams

    Prepare and serve tea to staff on time on a daily basis.
    Support on office errands such as small items purchases, printing/scanning & photocopies, etc.
    Collection and delivery of office parcels, quotations, invoices, parcels etc.

    Management of office supplies

    Responsible for office kitchen and sanitation supplies inventory, monitor and maintain/control usage, and ensure a timely requisition for new supplies as needed
    Ensure all kitchen utensils, equipment and cleaning tools are well maintained and serviceable. Ensure timely reporting of any damages for repairs.

    Other general tasks

    Receive client/visitors and usher/refer them to the correct contact person or staff while maintaining organization image.
    Support with updating chlorine and dispenser parts inventory and regular stock checking and monthly stock reconciliations.
    Help/oversee the movement of office furniture, oversee loading/offloading of chlorine refills/dispenser parts, etc.
    Data handling -Organizing and filing hard copy data and maintaining a well-organized data filing and storage system at the office.
    Support in event planning and coordination as necessary, arrange for refreshments, food and other necessary materials
    Support with other program fieldwork as may be necessary.
    Any other duties/tasks assigned by supervisor or management.

    Qualifications

    A minimum of a certificate and 1 years’ experience in the related field.
    Excellency in oral and written communication is required
    Computer skills are an added advantage

    Apply via :

    .bamboohr.com

  • Accounts Officer

    Accounts Officer

    Job purpose

    To Support Finance Operations in the Nairobi Office.

    Description of duties

    Preparing Payments schedules – Assist the accountant in ensuring all payment vouchers are complete and supported for payment processing.
    Stamping all the payment vouchers ‘paid’ after processing and ensure they are properly scanned and saved inbox.
    File all the payment vouchers chronologically and ensure the files are easily retrieved.
    Payment vouchers retrievals for verification, more so to support sampled transactions during the audit period.
    Assisting the accountant in ensuring that all program liquidated advances are labelled filed and referenced to the tracker prepared by the assigned accountant.
    Assets Management- updating the current Evidence Action Kenya Asset register by ensuring all assets in the register are tagged, the status of the asset updated as well as ensure all additions and disposals are properly captured and reconciling with the Inventory online system.

    Qualifications, Experience and Skills

    Qualifications include:
    3years’ work experience
    Bachelor’s degree in finance or any other related field.
    Professional certification in ACCA or CPA
    Strong oral and written communication skills;
    Audit management experience in donor-funded programs.

    Desired Attitude

    Self-motivated with the ability to operate under own initiative and also take instructions to prioritize and manage a diverse workload.
    Ability to work well in a team;
    Enthusiastic to take on a role with a significant responsibility while developing personally and professionally
    Problem-solving skills;
    Independent, proactive and willing to take initiative.
    Interested in a work environment that is flexible, creative, and constantly changing.

    Apply via :

    .bamboohr.com

  • Deputy Director, Programs, Africa Region

    Deputy Director, Programs, Africa Region

    Job purpose

    The Deputy Director, Programs, Africa Region, will serve as the lead for operations of the Dispensers for Safe Water program which we implement in Kenya, Uganda and Malawi, as well as oversee existing and new implementation partnerships in other geographies; will provide support to the Accelerator team during the process of program exploration and development, which may involve strategic reviews of new intervention areas and early-stage engagement with government and other organizations; and will take the lead in policy and partnership engagements in the region.

    This position will report to the Regional Director, Africa Region. The role will have 5 direct reports: Senior Country Manager, Uganda; Senior Country Manager, Malawi; Senior Program Manager, Kenya; Senior Associate, Program Engineering and Innovations; Manager, Policy and Partnerships. In total, through the indicated direct reports, this position will be responsible for 150 staff spread across 3 countries.

    The ideal candidate should have a demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate priorities and insights into action. He/she should also demonstrate well-developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication, and quantitative analysis skills.

    Duties and responsibilities

    This position will focus on 3 areas—lead Dispensers for Safe Water operations (~70% LoE), oversee regional cross-program policy and partnership (~20% LoE), and support global program development (~10% LoE)—as described below.

    Dispenser for Safe Water

    Operation oversight: Directly manage operations of the DSW program in Kenya, Uganda and Malawi, including ensuring outstanding program performance, ie maintaining high community adoption of the program, dispenser functionality, etc.
    Support function coordination: Supporting Regional Director, coordinate closely with DSW support functions, including Monitoring & Evaluation, Finance, Human Resource teams.
    Sustainability: With inputs from Regional Director, identify and pilot the use of new funding mechanisms, such as user contributions through self-help groups, to generate additional revenue to support the program’s ongoing costs.
    Financial management: In collaboration with Country Senior Managers and support functions, take the lead in developing and managing the annual program budget.
    Communication: Coordinate and closely support Global Communications teams in generating DSW content for use in external and internal communication and program visibility.
    Fundraising: Coordinate closely with the Fundraising and Global Leadership team in DSW fundraising efforts, including proposal development, proposal writing and ongoing donor engagement (eg donor reporting).
    R&D: With the Engineering team, identify, design and test modifications and improvements to increase dispenser lifespan and reliability.

    Regional Government and Partnership Engagement.

    Manage a high functioning regional policy and partnerships team.
    In collaboration with Regional Director and Program Leads, identify, articulate and execute key government and policy goals and objectives for all Evidence Action programs in the Africa Region.
    In collaboration with various organizational and program leaders, take the lead on or actively contribute to the development of Evidence Action partnership strategy in the region.
    In consultation with program leadership, identify and assess strategic partners with the capacity to implement/scale some of our key interventions and/or partners willing to share information and best practices of strategic relevance in general. Take the lead in cultivating relationships with the partners in the region.

    Global Program Development Support

    Review and input into new intervention areas being developed by the Accelerator team, with a particular focus on country fit and feasibility.
    Engage with governments and other stakeholders to scope emerging Accelerator program opportunities and to help lay the ground work for new country entry.

    The Deputy Director may take on other responsibilities related to organizational priorities, in consultation with Evidence Action leadership and as time allocations permit.

     Qualifications

    6+ years of experience, preferably in management consulting or development program management, including track record of high-level relationship management.
    Exceptional people management skills, inclusive of internal and external stakeholders; able to work effectively in a “matrixed” environment.
    Ability to set and implement a strategic vision for a large program and/or organization.
    Strong belief in the importance of evidence-based decision making.
    Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or Master’s degree in economics, international relations, public health or related field from a recognized University strongly preferred.
    Experienced and comfortable working collaboratively across teams and cultures, including with senior representatives of major foundations and international organizations.
    Strong, persuasive written and oral communication skills, including experience with public speaking. 
    Experience living and working in developing countries preferred.
    Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (estimated at 10-15% of working time)
    Passionate about social impact and experience in social enterprise, entrepreneurial nonprofit, or start-up environment.
    A sense of humor.

    Direct reports

    Senior Country Manager, Uganda.
    Senior Country Manager, Malawi.
    Senior Program Manager, DSW, Kenya.
    Senior Associate, Program Engineering and Innovation.
    Manager, Policy and Partnerships.

    Apply via :

    .bamboohr.com

  • Office Assistant, Program Implementation

    Office Assistant, Program Implementation

    Job Summary
    The Office Assistant is majorly responsible for office organization, service to the office teams/visitors and the management of office supplies. DSW relies on the Office Assistant to ensure that the office and its environment is a conducive space for working and the staff wellness is catered for.
    Responsibilities
    Office Organization and cleanness

    Open office on time and ensure secure closure at the end of the day, ensuring safe custody of all office keys.
    Keep the office and chlorine stores and the surroundings clean and tidy at all times.
    Ensure the office compound is healthy and conducive for staff
    Service to office teams
    Prepare and serve tea to staff on time on a daily basis.
    Support on office errands such as small items purchases, printing/scanning & photocopies, etc.
    Collection and delivery of office parcels, quotations, invoices, parcels etc.
    Management of office supplies
    Responsible for office kitchen and sanitation supplies inventory, monitor and maintain/control usage, and ensure a timely requisition for new supplies as needed
    Ensure all kitchen utensils, equipment and cleaning tools are well maintained and serviceable. Ensure timely reporting of any damages for repairs.
    Other general tasks
    Receive client/visitors and usher/refer them to the correct contact person or staff while maintaining organization image.
    Support with updating chlorine and dispenser parts inventory and regular stock checking and monthly stock reconciliations.
    Help/oversee the movement of office furniture, loading/offloading chlorine refills/dispenser parts, etc.
    Organizing and filing hard copy data and maintaining a well-organized data filing and storage system at the office.
    Support in event planning and coordination as necessary, arrange for refreshments, food and other necessary materials
    Support with other program fieldwork as may be necessary.
    Any other duties/tasks assigned by supervisor or management.