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Company Address: Address International Rescue Committee 122 East 42nd Street New York, New York 10168-1289 USA

  • Program Advisor Senior Programme (Business) Development Advisor

    Program Advisor Senior Programme (Business) Development Advisor

    Job Description

    The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.

    Job Overview/Summary

    The IRC is currently deploying an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Management system, branded “Integra”, across Finance, Supply Chain and Program Management functions in all IRC locations. This project will retire some of IRC’s existing systems and tools, bringing them into a cloud-based Microsoft Dynamics 365 environment.

    The Programs Advisor serves as the focal points for the interests and support needs of the IRC’s program and grants users across the IRC’s network of offices. Working closely with the Integra Regional Deployment Leads and counterparts from Finance and Supply Chain, the Programs Advisor will support efforts to improve Integra deployment (focusing on program and grants staff perspective) and regularly liaise with Deputy Directors of Programs on Integra deployment matters. The Programs Advisor will also ensure Integra trainings engage program and grants staff and will collaborate with the Integra technical support team to resolve service requests from program and grants staff. The Programs Advisors will travel approximately 20% of their time to the IRC’s offices to support deployment as needed.

    Major Responsibilities

    Represent Program and Grants staff and their system needs on the Integra project, regularly liaising with Deputy Directors of Programs, Program and Grants Coordinators, and HQ CRRD and AMU staff when required.
    Support deployment tasks related to Program and Grants functional areas, including data cleanup and migration from OTIS (the IRC’s grant management application), security role mapping, and developing guidance notes and other deployment-stage communications.
    Support Program and Grants superusers
    Collaborate with the Integra training team to ensure trainings are tailored and delivered to Program and Grants staff.
    Support Program and Grants teams as they test Integra system processes, collect feedback, and share with the Integra deployment team leads.
    Provide hyper support/operational support in response to requests from Program and Grants staff.
    Generate ideas and collect new requests for system enhancements relevant to Program and Grants staff and collaborate with Integra technical colleagues to review, implement, and test these enhancements.
    Contribute to project learning initiatives, representing the perspectives of Program and Grants staff.

    Key Working Relationships

    Position reports to: Integra Cross Functional Lead
    Position directly supervises: n/a
    Indirect reporting: Integra Regional Deployment Leads

    Other Internal And/or External Contacts

    CRRD: DDPs, Program and Grants Coordinators, HQ staff
    AMU: Compliance & Policy, Program & Grants Support, Strategic Operations pillars
    Integra Project Team: Project Management, Finance ERP DDFs, Supply Chain Advisors, Communications, Hyper Support Team, Trainers, Business System Manager/Analysts

    Job Requirements

    Experience managing programs and grants in an IRC field office at a Manager, Coordinator or Deputy Director
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills; training facilitation skills an advantage
    Experience working cross-functionally, especially with IT, Finance and Supply Chain teams
    Understanding of IRC finance, supply chain, and grant management processes
    Experience with IT systems; experience with Integra or other ERP systems an advantage
    Experience of working in formal project management environment an advantage
    Fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic or French, and other IRC languages an advantage

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  • HR System Analyst II

    HR System Analyst II

    Job Overview/Summary:
    We are looking for a full-time HRIS Analyst II who will enhance and maintain the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) platforms used by our Global HR team. The primary focus for this role will be supporting the Workday system. The successful candidate will also need to support Cornerstone (ATS) and integrations to downstream systems (benefits, payroll (ADP), internal IRC systems & third-party vendors. The Analyst will work with other HRIS Analysts, HR management, IT colleagues and other IRC internal groups to improve processes and procedures for maintenance of HRIS systems.
    This position requires solid organizational and analytical skills, with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail. Strong proficiency in Human Resources Information System (Workday preferred) and MS Office, especially Excel and database management (i.e; MS-Access), is required.
    Major Responsibilities:

    Act as subject matter expert for the HRIS system and serve as an escalation point for end-users who are experiencing difficulties in one of the following HR functional areas:
    Core HR, Benefits, Compensation, Security, or Talent Management (required)
    Absence Management, Payroll Integration (plus)
    Assume ownership of the functional design documentation process for HR functional area, leveraging existing business processes, systems configuration set-up, applicable Integrations between Workday, third party vendors and internal IRC applications.
    Gather requirements from HR and non-HR stakeholders
    Mapping of data elements (as needed)
    Liaise with PM teams from HR/IT/Finance
    Test and document any modifications for the functional areas
    Assume ownership of end-to-end incident resolution that may involve multiple departments
    Support Workday and Cornerstone upgrades for HR functions, by ensuring Integrations, Business Processes, configurations set-up, security are tested thoroughly.
    Collaborate with HRIS colleagues to proactively, identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency within the IRC’s current Workday usage, including cross-functional considerations
    Produce canned and customized reports from Workday and Cornerstone
    Update training materials & train new users on Workday
    Perform other special projects as needed

    Job Requirements:

    4+ years previous experience maintaining & configuring data in an HRIS systems (Workday, Cornerstone, PeopleSoft, or SAP)
    Basic understanding of HR practices in Recruiting, Benefits, EEO, Data Security and HIPAA
    Demonstrated ability to work professionally and discreetly with extremely confidential information
    Experience working with large datasets, in-depth understanding of data relationships, data cleansing practices
    Intermediate understanding of relationship databases concepts
    Exceptional problem-solving skills with attention to detail, excellent time management and organizational skills, project management ability, and the ability to prioritize work
    Excellent analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting abilities; with strong data analysis acumen, and focus on accuracy and attention to detail
    Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment
    Excellent customer service, communication (both written and verbal), and cross-group collaboration skills required
    Flexibility in daily schedule, and ability to understand and react quickly to changing priorities
    Experience of working in a globally distributed environment a plus
    Experience in working with a helpdesk ticketing system a plus
    Basic understanding and interest in adopting an Agile development methodology while performing their tasks
    Truly excellent interpersonal skills; ability to effectively listen to and liaise with colleagues on all levels in a global, distributed, multicultural, detail-oriented environment

    Preferred Additional Qualifications

    Experience with an international nonprofit in the delivery of systems across varying IT infrastructure and low/intermittent bandwidth scenarios
    Experience with data migration and systems integration

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  • Budget Advisor

    Budget Advisor

    The Purpose of the Role
    The Budget Advisor supports the development of budgets for competitive multi-year grants and contracts proposals. This position specializes in IRC’s largest donors -US Government, FCDO, and European Union – but may provide support for other donors as well. As a member of proposal teams, this position works with IRC Country Offices, Finance Department and Technical Units and facilitates the development of cost proposals – offering guidance and technical assistance throughout the business development lifecycle balancing cost recovery, risk mitigation and price competitiveness. Specific responsibilities include development of back-of-envelope estimates, customizing budget formats, working with IRC offices to collect and certify cost data (including for named personnel), developing detailed budgets for IRC and negotiating budgets with partners. This position contributes to the development of budgeting guidelines and templates. This position collaborates closely with finance and compliance staff, at country-level, regions and HQ.
    RESPONSIBILITIES
    The Budget Advisor provides budget development support to a portfolio of competitive multi-year proposals; this position collaborates closely with appropriate finance staff as it performs the following functions:

    During capture, validates cost data, prepares back of envelope projections and advises on pricing strategy;
    Prepares full cost proposals by developing cost analysis and budget projections, facilitating budget reviews and negotiating budgets with international and local budget partners; ensures proposal accuracy and certifies cost data;
    Prepares internal budget development packet, timelines, and partner packets; offers guidance and coordinates budget inputs;
    Facilitates the two color-team reviews of the budget;
    Offers advice on donor rules and regulations, and specific solicitation requirements as they pertain to budget development;
    Supports efforts to disseminate company-wide guidance and tools, including making presentations, trainings, templates and guidance documents.

    Job Qualifications:

    Degree (minimum BA) or equivalent experience in a relevant field such as public administration, business administration, management, economics, or similar;
    Demonstrated knowledge of budget development and cost analysis good practices; familiarity with project design methodologies, price-to-win approaches and proposal development processes is a plus.
    At least 3 years of professional experience, including experience with budget development of multi-million dollar projects; international development, management and training experience is a plus.
    Demonstrates in depth understanding of USAID, UK FCDO or EU rules and regulations, particularly as they pertain to budget development; is able to identify donor-specific risks and design cost proposals in a way that mitigate those risks;
    Flexible work attitude: the ability to work in a team environment and independently and ability to meet unexpected demands;
    Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in ‘remote’ and diverse teams;
    The ability to work productively and accurately while under pressure in a fast-paced, demanding environment;
    Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively;
    Ability to travel internationally; (up to 20% of time);
    Ability to work autonomously and under remote management;
    Fluent in written and spoken English is required; French, Spanish or Arabic is highly desirable

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  • Hygiene Promotion Assistant

    Hygiene Promotion Assistant

    Key Responsibilities

    Work towards the achievement of overall goals through effective supervision of hygiene related activities and lateral relations and teamwork.
    Planning, monitoring and supervision of community health volunteers’ (CHVs) engaged in hygiene promotion activities, to ensure the quality of implementation.
    Ensure appropriate community involvement and delivery of essential hygiene services and facilities.
    Capacity building of community hygiene volunteers and monitoring to ensure the quality of deliverable activities.

    Need Assessment

    Participate in the initial need assessment at target communities’ level: carry out personal interviews at household level, facilitation of focus group discussions, visits to outreach sites and health facilities, and meeting with key stakeholders.

    Project implementation

    In liaison with the WASH technical advisor, design appropriate water safety and treatment methods.
    Assist in the design and interpretation of the water treatment formulations for different purposes.
    Closely monitor the quality of water sources and apply corrective measures as necessary.
    Conduct hygiene promotion sessions alongside community hygiene volunteers in the targeted community.
    Identify, train and follow-up of activities of community hygiene promotion volunteers.
    Provide training on hygiene promotion to community health volunteers.
    Communicate techniques on environmental, food, water hygiene in the target households/ communities. Ensure that the various aspects of the hygiene activities are integrated with Gender, Protection and Health.
    Spend time in the field with CHVs to ensure quality and impact of hygiene interventions in the field.
    Ensure that the hygiene promotion activities are implemented based on the quality standards established by IRC/MOH through quality checklists.

    Develop plans for the WASH-Hygiene Promotion

    Spend time in the field with CHVs to ensure quality and impact of hygiene interventions in the field.
    Ensure that the hygiene promotion activities are implemented based on the quality standards established by MOH/IRC through quality checklists.
    Assist the line manager, design a detailed implementation work plan and procurement plan for WASH-Hygiene promotion activities to achieve the projects objectives on time and as per budgets.
    Regularly evaluate the status of the WASH-Hygiene promotion activities and propose the subsequent steps to achieve the project objectives.

    Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning

    Daily monitoring and recording of field activities related to WASH-Hygiene promotion.
    Track the project planned activity progress daily.
    Assist the MEAL team in monitoring and evaluation and ensure project lessons are documented for future note.

    Reporting

    Weekly (or each time when necessary) brief written and oral reports to line manager.
    Participate actively in terms of collecting required data to donors reports and proposals.

    Integration and External Coordination

    To participate to the hygiene/ WASH sector working groups in area of intervention.
    To improve the collaboration with the relevant Turkana County government technical departments aligned to the project goals
    Participate in sector integrated coordination and networking forums related to WASH-Hygiene Promotion at field level.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Education: Minimum Diploma in Public health, Environmental Health or other related courses.
    Minimum 1-2 years’ experience implementing hygiene practices at community level.
    Experience in donor/ activity report writing and carrying out assessments.
    Registered under relevant regulatory bodies e.g., Public Health Officers & Technicians Council (PHOTC)

    Work Experience:

    Experience in implementation of hygiene promotion activities.
    Experience in establishment and training of Hygiene Promoters, WASH committees and School hygiene Clubs.
    Experience in undertaking hygiene promotion activities and construction of latrines will be an added advantage

    Other Competencies:

    Ability to work as a member of a team is essential
    Good communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with community members and leaders.
    Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect for clients at all times is essential.
    Positive and professional attitude, able to organize, maintain composure and prioritize work under pressure, work overtime when necessary and be able to coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
    Full professional competency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint, is an advantage.
    Ability to work independently in a result oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment and manage conflicting priorities.

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  • Education Unit Manager IT Officer

    Education Unit Manager IT Officer

    Job Overview

    The Education Unit Manager position will provide core administrative and knowledge management support in the areas of event planning, information and education resource management, communications, travel and procurement.

    Specific Responsibilities

    Administrative Support

    Support to Education Unit leadership

    Manage the Senior Director’s and Deputy Director’s calendars and assist with scheduling and other administrative tasks, including booking conference rooms, setting agendas, preparing print materials and taking notes for meetings.
    Relationship management. Maintain a list of key contacts that includes tracking of engagements/conversations/follow up.
    Team Communication- Serving as focal point for information inquiries both internally and externally. Distributing org and team wide information.
    Travel. Reserve and book flights and accommodation for Senior Director, procure visas; liaise where necessary with IRC Country Program staff to arrange in-country travel logistics.

    Support as needed to Education Unit colleagues

    Provide administrative support on purchase requests, Human Resource forms, hiring processes, and on-boarding of new staff (including regular updating of onboarding materials), as well as additional support as needed.
    Serve as liaison for Education Unit staff with HQ support departments such as Finance, IT, HR and Global Supply Chain, as needed.
    Serve as education unit’s focal point for IRC’s Integra system, and regularly strengthen team capacity to use Integra and other administrative systems.

    Procurement and consultants

    Serve as the focal point for all procurement requests and payment of consultants.
    Manage the administration of procurements, including tracking and initiating requests and processing and tracking payments.

    Supervision

    Oversee hiring (including drafting JDs), onboarding, and management of education paid interns.

    Event logistics

    Support logistics for external education events that we convene (1-2 annually) or attend, including:
    Comparing and choosing sites for events; liaising with vendors, obtaining quotes for services, reviewing contracts, finalizing all procurement requirements.
    Coordinating content, drafting communications materials and correspondences, and overseeing development and dissemination of all event print materials.
    Assist with the planning and running of Education’s internal retreats and bi-weekly meetings.
    Plan and schedule Education unit meetings including planning all meetings for each month in advance, sending regular reminders and sending out agendas, managing technological needs, ensuring recording, centralizing materials shared in meetings, and taking and sharing minutes.

    Knowledge Management

    Develop/improve and maintain a system for gathering, organizing and tracking relevant information on education research projects, programs and strategic initiatives, including statistics about our reach.
    Maintain a “key facts” document with up-to-date statistics; fact check as needed for external communications.
    Maintain and update an education resource library, including regularly engaging with content leads to ensure that all relevant materials are centralized.
    Respond to internal information requests, providing existing content and supporting the production of new products (e.g., presentations, fact sheets, website content) as needed.
    Serve as the site owner for IRC’s internal education page and make updates as needed; as well as update education fact sheets
    Update departmental data on a quarterly basis, including the Education Unit’s organizational chart, country coverage, country visits, international field staff list, and Quarterly Strategic Review.
    Maintain and distribute a detailed calendar of team member travel and key events.
    Maintain IRC’s knowledge management system of resources, research and tools
    Collect and ensure education updates are included in internal IRC communication channels, such as newsletters

    Job Qualifications

    University Degree in education, communications, international business, international development or relative field required.
    Proven skills in administration and logistics, writing and editing a must.
    Must be extremely detail oriented and organized, with strong communication skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks.
    Knowledge of key issues in education, particularly in humanitarian and/or development contexts, a plus.
    Fluency in English required; proficiency in French, Spanish and Arabic is desired/an advantage.
    This role may be done remotely with occasional travel.

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  • Recruiter, Global Roster

    Recruiter, Global Roster

    The Recruiter, Global Roster will focus on building a pipeline and recruiting for the Global Surge Team (GST) which includes the coordination of all operational aspects of the global recruitment process. Responsibilities will include sourcing, advertising, screening, interviewing, reference checking and final negotiations for positions on the emergency surge roster. All work will be accomplished in a spirit of partnership and service with the hiring managers. We are looking for someone who understands and practices industry standards and a person who is always looking for new and creative ways to recruit, source and build long lasting relationships. Our goal is to ensure the timely selection of top talent, who will support IRC’s organizational culture, while contributing to IRC’s positive reputation.
    The position will be for a 12 months contract renewable and can be based in any IRC registered country offices.
    Major Responsibilities:

    Source highly qualified candidates for positions through networking and use of different search techniques.
    Find a diverse set of potential candidates who meet the qualifications/requirements of the positions within agreed timeline.
    Conduct in person or virtual full screening interviews with potential candidates.
    Manage Global Surge Team Roster, work with GST to develop screening technical questions, recommend shortlisted candidates, advise managers on assessment tools, ensure the finalization of pre-deployment formalities and roster management activities, in compliance with the emergency unit standards.
    Drive frequent communication with the CRRD (Crisis Response Recovery & Development) Leadership team to discuss considered candidates and to keep them informed on next steps
    Arrange interviews with subsequent interviewers in our assessment process.
    Conduct reference checks using SkillSurvey during the assessment process.
    Maintain accurate candidate records in our ATS, Cornerstone.
    With the approval of IRC CRRD Hiring Managers and HR Lead, negotiate offer with candidates and set pre-deployment expectations with candidates

    Job Requirements:

    Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience.
    Minimum 4 years recruitment experience.
    Ability to work in a fast-paced and high volume environment with demanding priorities.
    Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), job boards and social media tools and strategies to attract talent.
    Proven experience and ability to create, implement, maintain and improve recruitment strategies and systems in a high-volume context.
    Excellent project management, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
    Experience in HR operations in emergency situations, along with roster management would be a plus
    Strong collaborator with effective interpersonal and analytical skills who is able to work seamlessly across countries, cultures, and organizational units required.
    Experience with an international development, humanitarian or non profit organization is a plus.
    Language Skills: Strong verbal and written English; Strong proficiency in Spanish or French a plus.

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  • GBV Caseworker (Lodwar) GBV Prevention Volunteer (Lodwar)

    GBV Caseworker (Lodwar) GBV Prevention Volunteer (Lodwar)

    Job Description

    The GBV Caseworker will be responsible for provision of case management and psychosocial support to GBV survivors & persons at risk. He/she will ensure complete care and treatment of GBV survivors at the response center including referrals to partner agencies for further case management. The position holder will support other WPE case workers in provision of psychosocial support, awareness raising activities, girl shine promotion activities, skills building activities including the provision of information on available services.

    Key Responsibilities

    CASE MANAGEMENT

    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.
    Provide assessment and counseling both at individual and group level as the situation demands.
    Ensure all work with SGBV survivors is confidential and that ethical practices are observed.
    Ensure the GBVIMS is accurately updated on a regular basis.
    Participate in the development of case management monitoring systems and help to ensure that GBV community workers utilize these systems correctly and consistently.
    Participate in preparation of all relevant reports regarding the IRC’s psychosocial activities.
    Development of referral networks between partners implementing GBV and implementation of referral pathways.
    Participate in the interpretation of the analyzed data on trends and work with WPE officer to disseminate information to all relevant stakeholders.
    Participate in the development of the case management monitoring tools and systems and ensure that all community staff that are required to utilize it are trained on the correct way of handling the systems.
    Participate in the preparation of accurate reports for all Psycho-social related activities.

    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 trainings for the local partners 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)
    Work in collaboration with community volunteers to ensure ongoing needs of women and girls are being met through prevention-related activities.
    Monitor monthly community outreach plan with community volunteers, based on case trends and ongoing needs of women and girls.
    Actively participate in scheduled meetings such as the Case Conferences and SGBV inter-agency meetings.
    Identify new community structures to work with to ensure wholesome support to the clients.
    Strengthen existing referral systems and networks of psychosocial service providers
    Assist in development of referral networks between local partners implementing GBV and implementation of referral pathways.
    Organize and conduct trainings for partners on relevant organizational development areas and support peer learning between IRC and the local partner.
    Development of referral networks between partners implementing GBV and implementation of referral pathways.

    COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND OUTREACH

    Conduct sensitization, dialogue and mediation sessions with the wider population about GBV related issues.
    Facilitate formation of groups for survivors of SGBV and other vulnerable groups at the women & girls’ safe space.
    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.

    TRAINING, MENTORSHIP & COACHING

    Supervise and provide training, mentorship, and other technical support to community workers directly involved with the psychosocial component of the International Rescue Committee ’s GBV Programme.
    Provide leadership and guidance regarding psychosocial activities to all community workers to ensure all Programme activities meet best practice standards.
    Monitor and supervise case management, including capacity building through training and on-the-job training of community workers/volunteers. Training topics should include active listening and effective communication, action, and safety planning, GBV guiding principles, GBV basic concepts, and other related topics

    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

    Diploma in counseling and/or psychology. A Social Science or related degree is preferred
    Minimum 2 years of direct psychosocial/counseling experience with a reputable agency; experience working with survivors of violence preferred.
    Clear understanding of gender, abuse of power, and issues surrounding violence against women
    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 maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and respect for clients at all times.
    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
    Able to lead, train, supervise, facilitate, and motivate GBV Community volunteers in their respective tasks in a professional, respectful, and supportive manner
    Positive, highly motivated, innovative, with strong organizational and inter-personal 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.
    Fluency in English, including writing clear and concise reports.

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  • IT Volunteer Senior Internal Auditor

    IT Volunteer Senior Internal Auditor

    Job Description

    Under the direct supervision of the IT Manager, the IT Volunteer will be responsible for providing daily technical support and troubleshooting of all computer systems.

    Major Responsibilities

    IT Support – Provide Level 1 and Level 2 Support

    Work with end-users or IT colleagues (or Service Desk) on resolving Level 1 and level 2 issues.
    Resolve or escalate Level 3 issues to appropriate internal or external resource (IT Manager/Regional IT lead /Applications team Service desk and vendor) as necessary.

    Installation & Configuration And Management Of

    Desktop/laptop hardware and software, and peripherals, using IRC standard Windows 10 operating system image.
    Specialized application installation and support such as, but not limited to, Office 365 suite, Workday, Rescue Net, ERP, IRHIS.
    Essential network services e.g., Printers, scanners, shredders, Audio Visual Conferencing applications etc.
    Verify and provide technical consultancy to procurement regarding purchasing spare parts for IT equipment and ensuring equipment purchased are of the right specifications and conform to the IRC standard specifications.
    Ensure data protection & backup systems are working properly (software & hardware) through BOX backup service.
    Provide level 1 and 2 support to end users tracking support tickets from a Helpdesk system or calls from any telecommunication channel.
    Assist with users e-mail account, creation, setup, archiving, termination, and distribution group management.
    Install, document, manage and support wired and secured wireless networks in the offices.
    In coordination with the IT Manager, put work plans in place for improving IT systems, Internet connections and local networks for better performance and benefits.
    Local Area Network, wireless network, peer-to-peer or client server architecture, as appropriate.
    Regular monthly reporting as per the report template
    Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree; at least 2 years of progressively responsible work experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

    Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

    Knowledge and understanding in Networking and Infrastructure Technologies (LAN/WAP administration, Cisco Meraki environment, UNIFI)
    Knowledge and understanding of Office 365 Suite
    Virtualization expertise on windows platform environments
    Working knowledge in Cloud computing technologies and data storage i.e., BOX
    ITIL V4 fundamentals to administer and manage the service desk platform and improve SLAs and CRM will be an added advantage.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

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  • Senior Design Advisor

    Senior Design Advisor

    The Purpose of the Role
    The Senior Design Advisor is a newly built position that will sit in the Program Quality Support Unit (PQSU). The Advisor will play a central role in driving forward the IRC’s Design Ambition. The post holder will report to the Senior Director of PQSU and will work closely with other team members and with colleagues across CRRD and beyond. 
    Key Accountabilities and major responsibilities 

    Drive an organizational shift in practice to more collaborative, inclusive, timely and learning-informed design, by identifying / harnessing the resources, incentives, and guidance.
    Deliver a simple, flexible and accessible design process for projects and partnerships.
    Support organizational efforts towards more strategic and integrated design.
    Support business development process improvements and serve as a connector around improved design with colleagues within and between Technical Excellence and the Awards Management Unit.
    Determine solutions for long-term capacity strengthening and support for design, including, but not limited to, the development of design facilitation training, the promotion of technology for remote design and identification of staffing solutions for appropriately resourced design.

    Key Working Relationships: 

    Report to: Senior Director, Program Quality Support
    Collaboration with: PQSU, the leads of other IRC Strategic Ambitions,
    Country and Regional Teams, Technical Units, Grants Operations & Analytics Team, Measurement Unit, Awards Management Unit, and Research & Innovation Department. 

    Essential skills and experience

    7 years of progressively responsible experience in the humanitarian and development sectors;
    Considerable experience in leading the design of humanitarian and development strategies and projects;
    Demonstrated experience of leading inclusive design processes, promoting the participation of clients, partners and front-line staff;
    Strong design facilitation skills;
    Ability to address needs in a practical way; 
    Ability to work collaboratively with a spirit of kindness and modesty;
    Able to find simple solutions for complex problems;
    Structured thinking and attention to detail;
    Strong written and oral communication skills;
    Ability to work in a team or independently and to respond to unexpected demands;
    Strong project management skills; and
    Able to travel to IRC country program locations;

    Preferred experience & skills: 

    Able to work in Arabic, French, or Spanish an advantage;
    Experience with organizational change;
    Understanding of humanitarian principles and approaches to raising program quality;
    Familiarity with IRC processes; and
    Mastery of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

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  • Locum Surveillance Officer Laboratory Technologist Contracts Adviser

    Locum Surveillance Officer Laboratory Technologist Contracts Adviser

    Job Description
    Working under the guidance and supervision of Clinical Services Manager the Surveillance Officer will enhance influenza surveillance, collect data, conduct physical examinations, and collect lab specimens for testing for influenza and ensure the specimen are stored and transported as per the standard operating procedures.
    Key Responsibilities

    Work closely with the hospital’s wards to review the chief complaint of all patients admitted with Severe acute respiratory illness (SARI) or any other disease of notifiable importance.
    Determine whether any of the presenting patients fit the case definitions for ILI/Flu surveillance.
    If the case definitions are met, complete the data collection forms, and collect nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal or Nasal swabs. 
    Ensure that supplies are sufficient, and re-order as necessary.
    Work closely with the national surveillance coordinator who will oversee activities at the sentinel sites.
    Work closely with the hospital disease surveillance and infection control teams to detect and prevent/contain any outbreak
    Coordinate implementation of any sub-studies as may be planned by the influenza program
    Work closely with the Ministry of Health to sensitize and coordinate IDSR disease surveillance activities at the hospital
    Assist in monitoring and evaluation activities to document activities and provide quality assurance to improve program service delivery
    Ensure that all relevant records are properly kept and updated
    Monitor and supervise rational use of supplies.
    Maintain equipment in good condition and submit regular inventory reports of the same.
    Conduct regular Continuous Medical Education and On-job trainings to other staff in the unit and the program.
    Attend the hospital staff meetings and the clinical services health meetings.
    Compile and submit weekly updated and accurate HIS reports.
    Carry out other relevant and/or requested duties as may be required by the supervisor

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Clinical Medicine or a Diploma in Nursing (KRCHN) or Diploma in Public Health from a recognized institution. 
    At least two years’ experience working in a busy clinical health unit
    Must be registered by the authorizing board (Clinical officers council of Kenya or Nursing council of Kenya)
    Team player and cultural sensitivity is required.
    Ability to work in hardship areas (Previous experience in a Camp setting will be an added advantage).
    Computer literate
    Experience in clinical research will be an added advantage though it’s not a must.
    Evidence of involvement in community health work a plus

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