Jobs Kenya

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  • Statistician, CMAM Avancé Technical Advisor Environmental Health

    Statistician, CMAM Avancé Technical Advisor Environmental Health

    Background/IRC Summary:  

    The International Rescue Committee (IRC) founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities that support them, as well as with those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we aim to deliver high-quality, client-centered, cost-effective programs – on our own and with local partners. We combine the best available research with client-driven insights. We want empowerment and lasting change to be the norm not just for the people we serve, but for all those who are caught in crisis. 

    The CMAM Avancé project 

    The community-based management of acute malnutrition (CMAM) Avancé project is a strategic, results-based portfolio that will demonstrate how to enhance cost-effectiveness while increasing access and coverage of malnutrition treatment in humanitarian contexts. The 3-year project is in Burkina Faso, Niger, Chad, the DRC and Somalia with expected continued expansion to new locations in 2022 and beyond. Each country has developed a CMAM Avancé strategy to improve coverage and reach of services in each country – that can be delivered cost-effectively. 

    Specifically, the project objectives are to: 

     Increase the coverage of children admitted for malnutrition treatment every year
     Increase geographical access to high quality, simplified and sustainable malnutrition treatment through integration of the health system with a strong community base
     Demonstrate cost-effectiveness of malnutrition treatment that can be replicated and scaled up
     Strengthen the resilience of health services to plan and adequately respond to peaks of malnutrition
     Strengthen the technical expertise and leadership of health and nutrition providers across the project
    With the support of GiveWell, the CMAM Avancé project has already conducted coverage surveys at baseline in all five countries, after one year of programming in three countries, and has planned to conducted coverage surveys at the end of two years of programming in all five countries. Analyses for the baseline and end of year 1 surveys are complete, and the code and final reports available. The Statistician will play a critical role ensuring the success of the end of year two surveys. 

    Specific Responsibilities:
    The Statistician’s specific responsibilities include: 

    Review analysis plans for population-based coverage surveys as well as programmatic data and other data sources when relevant with the GiveWell funded CMAM Avancé Project Management Unit, 
    Support survey design in five countries as needed, particularly with respect to sample design, 
    Ensure data quality adherence through well-documented, replicable code in R and/or STATA, as well as PowerBi, 
    Implement the agreed analyses through well-documented, replicable code in R and/or STATA, specifically:
    Conduct and document data cleaning including consistency checks and recoding variables as necessary,
    Develop survey weights to account for survey design, non-response, and non-coverage, 
    Populate analytic table shells with point estimates and confidence intervals for indicators including coverage of treatment for severe acute malnutrition, prevalence of severe acute malnutrition
    Support IRC in presentation and interpretation of population-based coverage survey results, including through triangulation with other data sources, 
    Lead report writing for donor (1 page summary) and five country programs, based on already agreed template, 
    Play an active role in adaptive learning processes that leverage data from coverage surveys, as well as other sources, for programmatic insights and improvements.

    Key Working Relationships: 

    Position Reports to: The CMAM Avancé Technical Lead 
    Position directly supervises: None 

    Other Internal and/or external contacts: 

    Internal: Regular relationships with the CMAM Avancé team in HQ and at the country level, the nutrition team, the BUR team, the health unit and country technical counterparts.  Interacts with IRC internal departments as relevant including HR and finance as relevant.
    External: May participate in outside meetings and academic forums with donors, other non-governmental organizations and inter-agency groups as needed.

    Job Qualifications: 

    Education: University degree in related field plus Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Demography, Statistics, Economics or related degree is recommended. 
    Skills: Ability to work effectively and respectfully on diverse teams and across diverse contexts. Track record of successfully leading complex analytic projects. Takes initiative, works productively while working remotely and produces results, ability to accept feedback and integrate it, strong communication skills and ability to uphold a positive work environment. Good interpersonal skills with a high level of English, both oral and written skills. Proficiency in French is an advantage. Committed to upholding diversity, equality and inclusion principles both professionally and personally. 

    Essential Work Experience: 

    A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in the collection, compilation, analysis and dissemination of statistical data is required. Of these, at least one year of experience covering data on health and program coverage. Must be autonomous in STATA or R. PowerBi and CommCare experience highly preferred. 

    Working Environment:

     Standard office work environment. Remote work during high COVID-19 transmission is allowed. Must be willing to travel to IRC country offices and field sites, sometimes in very difficult conditions
     Up to 25% travel may be required
     Job available in these locations: Dakar or Nairobi (Not open to expats, candidates should have the right to work in the location they apply)

    Language Skills:

    Fluency in English is required; Proficiency in French is an advantage

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  • Grants Assistant Safety and Security Officer Nutrition Officer

    Grants Assistant Safety and Security Officer Nutrition Officer

    Job Description

    Under the direct supervision of the Grants Manager, the Grants Assistant will support Nairobi Urban, Lodwar, Hagadera and Kakuma Field Offices in being responsible for the grants management processes and documentation.

    Key Responsibilities.

    Coordinate the report review process by receiving, consolidating, reviewing, and submitting the donor reports to Technical Coordinators (TCs), and Manager and ensure donor reports on project activities are in compliance with internal IRC requirements and any relevant external donor requirements.
    Support in coordinating and facilitate the Project Cycle Meetings (PCM) and Budget vs Actual review meetings and follow up on action points/comments.
    Circulate monthly/quarterly reporting schedules to the program and M&E team; doing follow-ups with the teams to ensure reporting schedules are met.
    Support in preparing and reviewing spending plans and work plans as per the grants’ calendar.
    Raise compliance issues proactively with the Grants Coordinator and Grants Manager.
    Support the Grants Coordinator in supervising funding opportunities, including calls for funding, progress of proposals, submission deadlines, financing available.
    Assist the Programme Managers in tracking the budgets expenditures and commitments in line with the approved spending plans and the work plan.
    Support document signing by SMT, troubleshooting department queries, and supporting other tasks as the need arises.
    Assist in drafting compliance cheat-sheets, as needed.
    Any other duties as assigned.

    Key Result Areas

    Contribute to efficient programs and management of grants including proposal development, reporting and grants and sub grants monitoring roles.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in social sciences/international development/communication/finance.
    2 years’ experience in project and grants management in the NGO sector.
    Good analytical and report writing skills.
    Familiarity with donor compliance rules and grant management.
    Attention to detail and organization skills.
    Excellent interpersonal, cultural and diplomatic skills; Friendly and constructive approach in handling work relations and addressing challenges.
    Proficient in English; both written and verbal.
    Ability to carry out responsibilities independently with minimal technical support.

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  • Human Resources Manager Human Resource Assistant Senior Finance Manager Grants and Partnership Manager

    Human Resources Manager Human Resource Assistant Senior Finance Manager Grants and Partnership Manager

    Job Description

    To serve as the focal point for the delivery of all Human Resources Services to the Kakuma field office.

    Responsibilities:
    Talent Acquisition

    As the assigned recruiter for the field office:
    Coordinate recruitment of functional, administrative and support level staff at the field office levels for standard and Just in Time recruitments.
    Coordinate internal mobility strategies for internally recruited staff.
    Serve as the HR panelist for recruitments and support all localized recruitments.

    Talent Management

    Ensure the appropriate on-boarding and transition processes for all staff based at the field offices.
    Coordinate all performance management processes for all field-based staff.
    Provide a supportive and advisory role to all line managers for any corrective/ disciplinary action.
    Manage the exit process for all field-based staff.
    Track approved professional development and career pathing objectives for field staff.
    Support Compensation and Benefit strategies by coordination of localized salary surveys at least once. every two years, and raising any challenges posed in talent retention based on compensation and benefits provided.

    Services and Administration

    Directly supervise the field based HRO to:
    Monitor all types of leave and absenteeism for each staff member on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis as appropriate.
    Maintain up-to-date records for: Personnel files, Recruitment, Leave, Training, Performance Management, Benefits, Payroll and Timesheets
    Ensure that all field-based staff are duly registered on the payroll, with service providers for benefits; are registered with the statutory bodies.
    Ensure that as they exit, all field staff are appropriately managed in the exit process for the end of their tenure with the organization.
    Provide the HR Manager Talent/ HR Manager Rewards & Business processes with regular updates on relevant status changes for staff in the Kakuma field location.

    Employee Relations

    Support staff and supervisors through the management of any grievances and disputes.
    Train staff through monthly staff meetings.

    HRIS

    Maintain all talent acquisition and management processes on Cornerstone, manage HRIS information on Workday, and process incentive staff payroll on Paymaster and provide any support needed on Integra system.

    Reporting

    Provide weekly/monthly reports to the HR Manager Talent/ HR Manager Rewards & Business processes on the status of;
    Personnel files; Recruitment; Leave; Training; Performance Management; Benefit; Payroll; and Employee relations issues.

    Qualifications
     

    A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, or Business Administration; An alternate  Bachelor’s degree with a PGD in Human Resources Management is also acceptable
    At least 5 years continuous practice in a similar position, with at least 3 in a supervisory position
    Certified as a HR practitioner as per IHRM Act
    Similar experience with an INGO will be an added advantage.

    Knowledge

    Demonstrated knowledge of the National Labour requirements – Employment Act, WIBA, OSHA, NITA, RBA, NHIF, NSSF, PAYE
    A good understanding of compensation and benefits strategies
    Above average competency with MS Office Suite
    Experience in use of payroll packages.

    Demonstrated skills in:

    Supervision of staff; Team Building; Organisation; Time Management; Excellent Verbal and Written Communication in English; Analytical reasoning; Conflict resolution; Positive Interpersonal interactions; Negotiation; Report Writing and Cultural and Diversity Sensitivity.

    Demonstrated Ability to:

    Work independently
    Work within tight deadlines
    Work within a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment
    Manage a project.
    Exercise flexibility in the role to accomplish goals.
    Work in a climatically challenging environment
    Work in a conflict/post-conflict environment is an added advantage.

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  • Senior Director – Organization Development & Transformation TeachWell Deputy Project Director

    Senior Director – Organization Development & Transformation TeachWell Deputy Project Director

    Job Overview: 

    The IRC is setting up a new People and Culture department to draw together Human Resources (HR), Safeguarding and Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (GEDI) to integrate our shared objectives into all aspects of our decision making and strategy. More than a joining of distinct teams, the People & Culture Department will help to formulate how employees experience IRC as an organization, and how that experience translates into impact to our clients – those whose lives and livelihoods have been shattered by conflict or disaster. As the Leader of Organization Development and Transformation, you will be instrumental in designing and driving successful organization development and transformation efforts aligned with Strategy 100, including enabling delivery on the end-to-end employee lifecycle to attract, recruit, develop, engage, and retain a top performing workforce. Reporting to the SVP of People and Culture, you will collaborate with stakeholders to inspire change leadership, enhance employee experience, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This newly created position requires you to work closely with cross-functional teams, aligning resources and solutions to achieve our strategic goals.

    Key Responsibilities:

     Lead, shape and oversee organization development, business process changes and transformation strategies.
     Develop and implement a multi-year organization transformation strategy: Create a detailed and actionable plan to drive transformation initiatives across multiple departments, ensuring alignment with Strategy 100.  This plan should encompass long-term strategies, solutions, and process improvements.
     Lead and manage transformation initiatives: Oversee the execution of transformation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and on budget.  Ensure business readiness is achieved, and employees are well-prepared for the changes to achieve desired outcomes.  
     Create a comprehensive future of work strategy: Develop a forward-looking plan that anticipates trends and potential disruptions in the humanitarian sector.  This strategy will enable the organization to adapt and thrive in the changing landscape.
     Design and execute employee experience strategy: Develop and implement an employee experience strategy that aligns with the organization’s mission and values.  This should result in a differentiated workplace experience that reinforces our employee value proposition and drives high levels of employee engagement and retention,
     Established a new organization development and transformation team: Build a dedicated team focused on driving transformation initiatives, this team should cover various aspects of organization development, culture, and change management.
     Implement a P&C shared service model: Create a shared service model for People & Culture teams across the organization that emphasizes accountability, service delivery, integration, risk and compliance management, data strategy, and vendor management.
     Establish capabilities in workforce planning: Develop the ability to analyze and predict workforce needs, identify risks and compliance requirements, and use data insights to drive transparency and informed decision making.

    Experience:

     15+ years relevant professional experience in a senior role, preferably within medium and large, high-growth, complex global organizations.
     Demonstrate expertise in business transformation, organization development, process improvement, program management, change management, and engagement models aligned with organizational strategies.
     Have a proven track record of initiating and implementing organization wide change, driving process improvements and leading organization development initiatives in a global matrixed organization.
     Exhibit proficiency in providing active consulting and collaborative problem solving, tailoring partnering and influencing strategies to drive the desired change, while challenging the status quo.
     Ability to work across geographical boundaries with a high level of cultural sensitivity.
     Track record of career progression.

    Language Skills: 

     Excellent spoken and written English 
     Proficiency in at least one other relevant language (French, Arabic, Spanish, etc.) desirable

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  • GBV Volunteer – Maralal

    GBV Volunteer – Maralal

    Job Description

    The GBV Prevention Volunteer will be responsible for provision of psychosocial first aid support to GBV survivors & persons at risk. She will ensure complete care and treatment of GBV survivors through referrals to Case Workers for further case management. The position holder will support the WPE case workers in provision of psychosocial support and awareness raising activities which will be integrated with rights awareness sessions, PSEA, containment measures and any other general protection concerns. She will facilitate group therapy sessions, Girl Shine curriculums and School health clubs.

    Key Responsibilities:

    PSYCHOSOCIAL FIRST AID

    Provide professional and confidential services to survivors of GBV, grounded in the IRC’s holistic, survivor-centered case management approach.
    Document client data accurately in the intake forms and consent forms and ensure they are under lock and key.
    Ensure all work with SGBV survivors is confidential and that ethical practices are observed.
    Participate in preparation of all relevant reports regarding the IRC’s psychosocial and outreach activities.
    Mapping referral networks between partners implementing GBV.

    COORDINATION AND NETWORKING

    Maintain and strengthen existing networks through other service providers at the community level, to ensure that survivors receive quality services and support both at the agency levels.
    Participate in capacity building training for the local partner’s around psychosocial support.
    Strengthen and maintain networks with community leaders, women leaders, and service providers to ensure that survivors receive compassionate support from the community and to encourage greater communication, collaboration, and coordination among partners (protection, health, legal, and psychosocial sectors)
    Identify new community structures to work with to ensure wholesome support to the clients.

    COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND OUTREACH

    Conduct sensitization, dialogue and mediation sessions with the wider population about GBV related issues.
    Identify and strengthen Community structures through engaging community leaders, county govt and other stakeholders to ensure that the women & girls receive adequate support at the community level.
    Support in the dissemination of relevant information during Community SGBV prevention forums and meetings.

    MONITORING &DOCUMENTATION

    Document all activities: Meetings, Trainings, and events, Field monitoring etc using appropriate documentation and reporting tools in the sector as required and ensure that all documents/data collected is properly and safely filed and stored.
    Actively plan and submit weekly and monthly work plans and progress reports against set work plans using agreed reporting tools.
    Develop, print, and distribute IEC materials on behavioral change and awareness aspects.
    Prepare and share weekly and monthly reports as required.

    Others

    Fulfil any other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
    Respect the code of conduct and policies of the IRC and the standards of the GBV team.
    Adhere and uphold the IRC Way (integrity, Service and Accountability) at the respective areas of work.

    Key Result Areas

    The GBV/WPE Kenya Programs’ goal is to enhance survivors’ utilization of quality services responsive to their needs and strengthen community-based structures and solutions to better protect women and girls, promote their empowerment to access opportunities, services, and support.

    Qualifications

    Certificate/Diploma in counseling and/or psychology, community development, gender studies or any social science.
    Experience in psychosocial counseling, working with survivors of violence preferred.
    Clear understanding of gender, abuse of power, and issues surrounding violence against women
    Able to identify different forms of GBV.
    Highly motivated, creative, and compassionate person who is dedicated to ensuring that models of best practice are utilized.   
    Able to uphold high ethical and professional standards.
    Able to always maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and respect for clients.
    Problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
    Ability to promote the values of equality, non-discrimination, and human rights for all.
    Experience in participatory techniques and community mobilization
    Positive, highly motivated, innovative, with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
    Able to coordinate multiple tasks while maintaining attention to quality and detail. 
    Able to work as part of a team.
    Strong knowledge of computer applications, including MS Word and Excel.
    Willingness to work in a hardship area.
    Ability to Speak the Maa Language.
    Fluency in English, including writing clear and concise reports.

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  • MEAL Coordinator

    MEAL Coordinator

    Job overview

    Reporting to the Deputy Director for Grants and Accountability (DDGA) and technically supported by the Regional Measurement Advisor (RMA), the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Coordinator is the lead of the MEAL unit in Kenya and works in close collaboration with programs, grants and support teams to optimize implementation of the MEAL functionality in IRC Kenya to ensure high-quality programming for the clients we serve and support the global ambitions of IRC Strategy 100, especially the Data Ambition and the Country Strategic Action Plan.
    To this end, the MEAL Coordinator is responsible to ensure that a monitoring, evaluation accountability and learning, and data management system is in place, sufficiently resourced and efficiently implemented from collection to visualization, and that MEAL data is contributing to improved learning and program quality. The coordinator is responsible for ensuring that MEAL principles are integrated in every step of the project cycle, as per IRC’s corporate guidelines and contributes into the implementation of the Country Strategic Action Plan (SAP) and the global IRC strategy. In support of these goals, the coordinator provides vital technical assistance, capacity sharing, individual mentoring, supervision, and training to MEAL staff at IRC and partners.

    Responsibilities
    Strategic Leadership and Partnership

    Establish and drive common strategies and approaches to the country’s Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning, and Accountability processes that reflect and contextualize IRC’S global strategy (Strategy 100) and the Kenya Country Strategic Action Plan and ensure that the MEAL structure is fit for this purpose.
    Lead all aspects of MEAL functions (including client feedback mechanisms) across IRC Kenya sectors (Health, Nutrition, Protection, WASH, Education and Governance) and geographical areas, including large portfolio and sophisticated environment.
    Develop, coordinate, and strengthen capacity sharing partnerships with MEAL counterparts of partner agencies, local organizations, and the government.
    Represent the IRC on MEAL at meetings, forums, and other events.
    Champion design, access, and use of data by leaders and partners for shared learning and evidence-based decision-making.
    Shape and implement MEAL systems and approaches that meet IRC standards and practices, that meet project and program needs, enable accountability to clients, partners, and donors, and foster program learning.
    Work closely with RMA and other Regional and global Measurement Team (RMT) members to ensure alignment with IRC global MEAL priorities and innovative approaches, policies, processes, and technologies.
    Reinforce integration of cross-sectoral priorities in MEAL, including gender, protection, safeguarding, disaster risk reduction, Diversity-Equality-Inclusion and Do No Harm.

    Technical Oversight
    Offer technical guidance for a strong MEAL system and processes throughout the project cycle from the design, start up, implementation to close-out and learning including;

    Drive the use of learning and evidence from internal and external sources including previous projects to advise innovative proposal designs, Theory of Change (ToC) and program adaptation. Lead MEAL team proposal inputs including the development of proposed log frames, indicators, and MEAL approaches.
    Developing and operationalizing, logical frameworks, MEAL plans, data collection tools, processes for data management, client feedback approaches, quality checks and audits, and data visualization.
    Developing and advocating for adequate MEAL budget and staffing structure for all projects as per the guided standards.
    Producing high-quality data, analysis, reports, presentations, and dashboards of key findings that foster learning and decision-making and share in key meetings such as project cycle meetings and strategic senior management team meetings.
    Reviewing donor reporting in advance of submission to ensure quality and accuracy and working closely with MEAL teams in field sites to ensure proper reporting of data.
    Supporting Project Closeout and Learning Meetings to ensure sharing and capturing of lessons learnt.
    Work with the MEAL in country and the Measurement Unit team to ensure Kenya’s annual statistics data is aggregated and uploaded with IRC’s systems.
    Overall responsibility to ensure MEAL data collected is accurate, reliable, valid, and timely. The MEAL Coordinator should commission data quality assessments (DQAs) where vital to ensure this.
    Provide technical leadership for the design, methodology, and conduct of surveys such as baseline and endline, and the commission of evaluations and any other assessments as required in coordination with program coordinators, technical advisors, and external partners where applicable.
    Co-develop and maintain an assessment calendar with Technical Coordinators to ensure regular assessments occur ahead of planned proposals to ensure availability of needed data. Lead design, analysis, and reporting for any assessments required.
    Lead client accountability efforts by organizing the execution of client-responsive programming.
    Participate in internal discussions for priority areas of investment in research and engage with local and international partners and consultants on collaborations for research projects.
    Ensure continuous technical supervision of and support to research teams and provide technical direction to the teams of consultants in charge of conducting field studies.
    Lead and advocate for the expansion of technology use within MEAL to enhance timeliness and quality of data management.
    Provide technical proficiency to IRC’s effort in meeting its accountability commitments through carrying out sound accountability, client feedback, and response mechanisms.

    Human Resources
    Promote the growth and development of MEAL and project teams staff within IRC and partner organizations through;

    Conducting routine capacity assessments and learning needs within the IRC country program and to the partner organizations.
    Coaching, mentoring and supporting capacity improvement of MEAL teams through provision of vital tools and resources, as well as on job training.
    Organizing and leading annual MEAL workshops for peer to peer and cross learning purpose.
    Leading routine learning opportunities within MEAL.
    Provide overall supervision of the MEAL team in through: Setting clear performance objectives, leading staff work plans, establishing regular performance reviews, championing a positive working environment for professional development and fostering an inclusive and respectful team climate, where all staff are valued and respected and can contribute to their maximum potential.
    Be responsible for recruitment of country MEAL staff, TTA’s, consultants and, support their onboarding.

    Key working relationships:

    Position Reports to Deputy Director for Grants and Accountability (DDGA). Position directly supervises MEAL Technology Manager and Client Responsiveness Manager.
    The position provides technical support to the MEAL leads in IRC Kenya sites in partnership with the field leads.

    Other Internal and/or external contacts:

    Internal: Program Coordinators and Managers throughout the country program, Regional Measurement Advisor, Regional MEAL Coordinator, Regional Measurement Technology Coordinator, Client Responsiveness & Accountability (CRA) Technical specialist, Grants Coordinator and Managers, Finance Coordinator, relevant Regional/HQ-based colleagues.

    External: Partners, Governments, Clients. 
    Qualifications

     

    A University degree in a relevant subject area (statistics, monitoring & evaluation, data management, social science, public health, economic development, or a related field) – a technical degree together with additional relevant work experience may substitute for education.
    A minimum 6 years of working experience within Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and learning-related functions.
    Experience in conducting research.
    Leadership experience and validated technical skills in setting up quality MEAL system that leads to evidence-based decision-making for multi-sectorial and multi-donor funded programs.
    Shown ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through training, mentoring, and other formal and non-formal methods together with strong presentation and reporting skills.
    Strong management and communication skills and has experience working with diverse groups of people in a multicultural environment.
    Self-motivated with excellent organization, planning, and analytical skills – able to work without close supervision, including prioritizing work and multi-tasking.
    Proficiency and experience with mobile data collection such as CommCare, ODK based mobile tool-kits etc. are needed as well as proficiency with Microsoft Excel; SPSS, STATA or other similar software.
    Knowledge of data visualization tools i.e. PowerBi, tableau etc.
    Knowledge of GIS software are additional assets.
    A strong understanding of accountability and confirmed ability to build Client Feedback Systems is a distinct advantage.
    Willingness to travel to various regional and field-level offices, as needed;
    Fluency in English (written and speaking).

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  • Employee Relations Partner

    Employee Relations Partner

    Major Responsibilities:

    Conduct reviews of complex Employee Relations (ER) issues in a fast-paced environment, including intake meetings, background research, interviews, and de-brief meetings with various partners.
    Provide direction and partner with Country Program leadership and HR colleagues on a range of workplace matters.
    Prepare case overview summaries, findings, recommendations, and final reports, written clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with compelling presentation of facts, analysis, and conclusions to IRC Leadership.
    Demonstrate understanding of laws, regulations, concepts, and practices applicable to workplace reviews and assessments and all aspects of employment, and provide consultation and advice to a variety of partners, as needed.
    Establish trustful and supportive professional relationships, engaging with diverse partners in the US and global context. Discern systemic issues revealed during the investigative process.
    Develop and deliver trainings designed to proactively address employee relations issues, promote standard methodology and improve compliance.
    Build capacity of HR colleagues in the management of employee relations reviews and assessments. Develop and lead interactive training in virtual and in-person settings.
    Passion for IRC’s humanitarian mission!

    Job Requirements:

    Work Experience:

    6-8 years related experience in Human Resources, Employee Relations or as a Workplace Investigator, preferably in an in-house environment, including experience conducting employee relations reviews and providing guidance on complex and sometimes urgent employee relations issues.
    Experience with management of highly critical information, and ability to maintain confidentiality, including legal and financial information.
    Proven track record of interacting respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and communicating effectively across multiple levels in a sophisticated global organization.

    Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

    Management of multiple work demands with minimum supervision in a fast-paced and multi-cultural environment.
    Ability to work both independently and in a multifaceted, cross-functional distributed team structure.
    Ability to determine own operating priorities, provide advice and develop recommendations, and implement plans, drawing upon knowledge and past experience when navigating complex issues.
    Ability to remain respectful, appreciative, and diplomatic in the face of difficult and uncomfortable situations and conversations.
    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
    Ability to anticipate and identify legal issues.
    Excellent judgement and discretion.
    Proven organizational skills, with attention to detail, and a confirmed ability to prioritize and track reviews, assessments and initiatives across multiple teams and functions.
    Flexible work demeanor while being focused and reliable in an environment of multiple time zones and frequently changing demands in global context.
    Commitment to personal growth and development, and a willingness to regularly receive and act on performance feedback in pursuit of continuous professional growth.

    Preferred experience & skills:

    Fluency in English and French.
    Knowledge of challenges in the humanitarian sector in the Central Africa region and beyond.
    Experience in workplace safeguarding.

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    rescue.csod.com

  • Advisor, Climate R&I

    Advisor, Climate R&I

    Job Overview/Summary:

    The Advisor will take a lead role across climate research and innovation projects, providing Airbel and IRC country program colleagues with technical advice from early stage conceptualization through to testing and scale. The Advisor will collaborate closely with a team of experts in behavioral sciences, human-centered design, and research, as well as in-country project participants to provide technical support including: developing theories of change and logical frameworks, participating in innovation design processes and workshops, and supporting monitoring and evaluation system development and data analysis. In addition to technical assistance, the Advisor will support project oversight and ongoing implementation.
    A successful Advisor will be well versed in evidence-based programming in the areas of: climate-smart agriculture and livestock support, disaster risk reduction, value chain development, and/or market systems development. In addition, the Advisor should be proficient in gender-sensitive programming and able to support gender-transformative approaches. To this end, the position will work closely with team members from the cash & emergencies and livelihood teams. 
    The position requires a self-motivating and forward-thinking personality with experience working with different cultural backgrounds. The Advisor needs to be able to leverage their technical expertise in designing and testing new and creative approaches to humanitarian programming. The Advisor also needs to be excellent in proactive communication and relationship building with remote teams.

    Provide technical support to Climate GRIP portfolio

     Assist in the design, quality implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of innovation projects across all of the Climate GRIP focus areas.
     Ensure alignment with Airbel practices, the ERD TU and country SAPs. 
     Provide expert advice based on best available and most recent evidence and build capacity of TU colleagues and country staff on relevant topics. Include a strong component of promoting gender equality, local partnership, and inclusion.
     Contribute to the development and execution of the Climate GRIP strategy, vision, and roadmap

    Local partnership building and business diversification

     Support the Climate GRIP pursuing project and long-term business development opportunities for Airbel-led or country-led opportunities. Tasks include program design and narrative review, and technical proposal development.
     When necessary, write technical narratives of proposals and donor reports for Climate GRIP projects.

    Representing and communicating internally and externally

     Engage in priority networks, working groups, panels, and external fora on climate resilience issues
     Build partnerships with implementers, research organizations, private sector partnerships, and other organizations with frontier innovations
     Regularly provide briefings and responses to information requests on the Climate GRIP portfolio, emerging issues and political developments to diverse audiences, including IRC colleagues, donors, the media, UN agencies, inter-agency networks, and new recruits.

    Job Requirements: 

    Education: Master’s degree in international development, business, economics or related fields or a combination of equivalent education and lived experience.

    Work Experience: 

     Minimum of 7 years of proven experience in international emergency and development field posts, related private sector entities and/or research entities
     Experience in managing large evidenced-based economic emergency and development programs, including staff and budget management, preferably in conflict- or disaster-affected environments
     Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: (i) agricultural livelihoods, (ii) value chain development, (iii) Research/innovation services (iv) measurement, evaluation, and learning. 
     Demonstrated success in large business development for economic programs and familiarity with key donors and their funding streams. 

    Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: 

     Capacity to work flexible hours, as appropriate to reasonably accommodate for projects implemented in different time zones and team meetings across time zones
     Demonstrated assessment, data collection and analysis skills, including needs assessments, market assessments, incorporation of gender analyses into assessment approaches and development of monitoring and evaluation systems
     Demonstrated dedication to a Do No Harm approach, gender equality and inclusion
     Demonstrated ability to work across functions and sectors to build strong working relationships and to ensure high-quality market-based program delivery.
     Knowledge of main institutional donors and a proven track record in developing funding proposals and reports for a range of institutional and other donors.  
     Strong program/technical, project design, proposal development and budget management skills, planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation skills
     Excellent interpersonal skills involving listening to, interacting with, and communicating clearly with people from diverse nationalities and backgrounds, and senior level internal and external partners, with a high degree of professionalism and pro-activity.
     Solid organizational skills: proficiency in working productively in a fast-paced environment and under remote team and management structures
     Proficiency with Windows-based software, knowledge management tools, remote training and engagement tools, and familiarity with mobile monitoring tools
     Demonstrated dedication to an anti-racist and Do No Harm approach, gender equality and inclusion

    Language Skills:

    Fluent in English; Demonstrated excellence in one of the other IRC working languages – Arabic, French, or Spanish preferred.

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  • Supply Chain Assistant Women’s Protection and Empowerment Technical Advisor Grants & Partnerships Officer

    Supply Chain Assistant Women’s Protection and Empowerment Technical Advisor Grants & Partnerships Officer

    Job Overview

    The Procurement Assistant is responsible for the efficient coordination and management of procurement functions for IRC’s office. Supply Chain works to rapidly procure Program supplies, services and equipment, whilst ensuring standard processes and maintaining audit-compliant records. The Procurement Assistant will ensure that all purchases of goods and services are done transparently, at the best available price, and in compliance with IRC and donor procurement policy and procedures.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Procurement Planning

    The Procurement assistant is responsible for working closely with Procurement Manager, internal and external collaborators to ensure effective procurement planning and preparation to support program implementation. Supply Chain planning includes;-

    Preparing and implementing procurement plans.
    Implementing all IRC procurement SOPs.
    Collecting, organizing and analyzing data.
    Monitor supply market and conduct market surveys & analysis.

    Procurement

    Responsible for implementing procurement plan & strategies and ensures all program procurement needs are met on time in accordance with GSC and donors’ standards. This includes:-

    Support in development of procurement specifications.
    Processing approved Item forecasts through the procurement software (online Integra) and ensuring data accuracy.
    Request for quotations / proposals.
    Participate in tender meetings & evaluations.
    Prepare bids analysis and other bidding documents for approval.
    Conduct discussions with suppliers, that is transparent and documented.
    Demonstrate value for money in procurement.
    Review procurement documents for accuracy before taking payment for approval.

     Contract Management.

    Accountable for handling contracts and supplier performance, to ensure that terms & conditions, standard operating procedures are adhered to as provided by GSC. This includes:-

    Preparing and implementing contracts for recommended bidders.
    Timely renewal of running contracts.
    Implement contracts against set performance indicators.

    Supplier Management.

    Responsible for handling supplier relationships and performance to make sure that there is detailed record keeping as provided by GSC. This includes:-

    Maintain suppliers file and documentation.
    Documents supplier performance.
    Maintain supplier performance score cards.

    Compliance and Ethics.

    Assist in implementing donor rules & regulations for all procurements (including any specific departmental procurement task assigned), Identifying and analyzing compliance risk in procurement processes through:-

    Implementing due diligence for suppliers, this includes conducting reference checks, supplier visits etc.
    Provide consistent and constructive support to other departments to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
    Identifying and reporting procurement red flags.
    Implementing internal and external audit corrective action plans (CAPs).

    Reporting.

    They will be responsible for preparing and submitting accurate reports:-

    Support with developing and updating the procurement plans (assigned) as required.
    Submit monthly list of commitments to Procurement Manager/Supply Chain Coordinator and Finance.
    Submit periodic Integra procurement tracking report for specific Grants you’re assigned to.

    Key Working Relationships:

    Position directly supervises: N/A

    Other Internal and/or external contacts:

    Internal: Regular relationships with program staff, Operations and country Supply Chain staff at all levels
    External: Vendors and Services providers.

    Qualifications

    Education:

    Degree in procurement, Supply Chain/Logistics management or any other relevant field in Supply Chain. A CIPS Graduate Diploma will be an added advantage. Membership of Kenya Institute of supplies Management KISM is highly recommended.

    Work Experience:

    At least three years’ experience in a busy supply Chain/warehousing context preferably INGO environment.

    Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

    Knowledge of generic procurement procedures and practices (IRC or NGO experience).
    Demonstrated success as a procurement leader within supply chain including planning, procurement and logistics.
    Good collaborator and doer with effective interpersonal and analytical skills who is able to work seamlessly across cultures, organizational units and suppliers.
    Knowledge and experience in procurement plans, strategies, market analysis techniques, procurement and contracting.
    Good analytical and arbitration skills.
    Excellent skills in conducting market analysis and sourcing strategies.
    Ability to work effectively in a highly matrixed structure.
    Good mathematical skills.

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  • Statistician, CMAM Avancé Technical Advisor Environmental Health

    Statistician, CMAM Avancé Technical Advisor Environmental Health

    Background/IRC Summary:  

    The International Rescue Committee (IRC) founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities that support them, as well as with those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we aim to deliver high-quality, client-centered, cost-effective programs – on our own and with local partners. We combine the best available research with client-driven insights. We want empowerment and lasting change to be the norm not just for the people we serve, but for all those who are caught in crisis. 

    The CMAM Avancé project 

    The community-based management of acute malnutrition (CMAM) Avancé project is a strategic, results-based portfolio that will demonstrate how to enhance cost-effectiveness while increasing access and coverage of malnutrition treatment in humanitarian contexts. The 3-year project is in Burkina Faso, Niger, Chad, the DRC and Somalia with expected continued expansion to new locations in 2022 and beyond. Each country has developed a CMAM Avancé strategy to improve coverage and reach of services in each country – that can be delivered cost-effectively. 

    Specifically, the project objectives are to: 

     Increase the coverage of children admitted for malnutrition treatment every year
     Increase geographical access to high quality, simplified and sustainable malnutrition treatment through integration of the health system with a strong community base
     Demonstrate cost-effectiveness of malnutrition treatment that can be replicated and scaled up
     Strengthen the resilience of health services to plan and adequately respond to peaks of malnutrition
     Strengthen the technical expertise and leadership of health and nutrition providers across the project
    With the support of GiveWell, the CMAM Avancé project has already conducted coverage surveys at baseline in all five countries, after one year of programming in three countries, and has planned to conducted coverage surveys at the end of two years of programming in all five countries. Analyses for the baseline and end of year 1 surveys are complete, and the code and final reports available. The Statistician will play a critical role ensuring the success of the end of year two surveys. 

    Specific Responsibilities:
    The Statistician’s specific responsibilities include: 

    Review analysis plans for population-based coverage surveys as well as programmatic data and other data sources when relevant with the GiveWell funded CMAM Avancé Project Management Unit, 
    Support survey design in five countries as needed, particularly with respect to sample design, 
    Ensure data quality adherence through well-documented, replicable code in R and/or STATA, as well as PowerBi, 
    Implement the agreed analyses through well-documented, replicable code in R and/or STATA, specifically:
    Conduct and document data cleaning including consistency checks and recoding variables as necessary,
    Develop survey weights to account for survey design, non-response, and non-coverage, 
    Populate analytic table shells with point estimates and confidence intervals for indicators including coverage of treatment for severe acute malnutrition, prevalence of severe acute malnutrition
    Support IRC in presentation and interpretation of population-based coverage survey results, including through triangulation with other data sources, 
    Lead report writing for donor (1 page summary) and five country programs, based on already agreed template, 
    Play an active role in adaptive learning processes that leverage data from coverage surveys, as well as other sources, for programmatic insights and improvements.

    Key Working Relationships: 

    Position Reports to: The CMAM Avancé Technical Lead 
    Position directly supervises: None 

    Other Internal and/or external contacts: 

    Internal: Regular relationships with the CMAM Avancé team in HQ and at the country level, the nutrition team, the BUR team, the health unit and country technical counterparts.  Interacts with IRC internal departments as relevant including HR and finance as relevant.
    External: May participate in outside meetings and academic forums with donors, other non-governmental organizations and inter-agency groups as needed.

    Job Qualifications: 

    Education: University degree in related field plus Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Demography, Statistics, Economics or related degree is recommended. 
    Skills: Ability to work effectively and respectfully on diverse teams and across diverse contexts. Track record of successfully leading complex analytic projects. Takes initiative, works productively while working remotely and produces results, ability to accept feedback and integrate it, strong communication skills and ability to uphold a positive work environment. Good interpersonal skills with a high level of English, both oral and written skills. Proficiency in French is an advantage. Committed to upholding diversity, equality and inclusion principles both professionally and personally. 

    Essential Work Experience: 

    A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in the collection, compilation, analysis and dissemination of statistical data is required. Of these, at least one year of experience covering data on health and program coverage. Must be autonomous in STATA or R. PowerBi and CommCare experience highly preferred. 

    Working Environment:

     Standard office work environment. Remote work during high COVID-19 transmission is allowed. Must be willing to travel to IRC country offices and field sites, sometimes in very difficult conditions
     Up to 25% travel may be required
     Job available in these locations: Dakar or Nairobi (Not open to expats, candidates should have the right to work in the location they apply)

    Language Skills:

    Fluency in English is required; Proficiency in French is an advantage

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