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  • Logistics Officer Health, Safety & Security Officer

    Logistics Officer Health, Safety & Security Officer

    The Logistics Officer is responsible for the implementation of all logistics functions in Dadaab field office.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Implement and train staff in NRC’s logistics policies and procedures at office level
    Ensure compliance with NRC’s Logistics Handbook, other NRC policies and donor requirements in all procedures and processes
    Provide anti-corruption, transparency and cost efficiency focus in all processes (e.g. in procurement, vehicle management, asset management)
    Training and development of logistics team at office level
    Ensure safe and efficient transport of staff and materials/goods
    Prepare, check and share plans, records and reports as required (e.g. status reports, inventory lists)
    Implement a filing system / archives according to procedures
    Supervision of works for payment satisfaction
    Conduct spot checks
    Conduct periodic stock counts
    Oversee the receiving, storage and dispatching of supplies and project materials to the respective camps.
    Oversee the warehouse operations to ensure stock security, adherence to policies, process, procedures and guidelines
    Ensure that all records including inventory lists, stock cards of NRC items and equipment are updated and easily available to authorised users.
    Ensure that the periodic inventory report is prepared as required internally by NRC and/or by Donors i.e. Monthly, quarterly, yearly
    Ensure effective and efficient logistics support for daily area operation including procurement and Supplies, all being implemented in accordance within the policies and standard as well as approved budget.
    Ensure that at all times the warehouses are clean and tidy.
    Assign duties, supervise and appraise section staff.
    Any other duty assigned by the supervisor.
    Oversee all fleet related activities, spare parts fuel as well as vehicle maintenance
    Share all fleet monthly reports (fuel, repairs etc.)

    Qualifications

    Diploma / degree in Logistics Management
    Diploma in stores management and stock control.
    Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience
    Experience from working as a Logistics Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge about own manager skills/profile
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal

    Personal qualities

    Planning and delivering results
    Empowering and building trust
    Communicating with impact and respect
    Handling insecure environment

    We can offer
    Duty station: Dadaab
    Contract period is up to 31st December 2020 with possibility of extension.
    Salary /benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Dadaab.
    CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY ON LINE BY GOING THROUGH www.nrc.no.
    EMAIL AND PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
    Application deadline: 17/04/2020

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  • Journalism Skills Teacher – Dadaab (Kenya Nationals Only)

    Journalism Skills Teacher – Dadaab (Kenya Nationals Only)

    Job description
    The NRC Horn of Africa & Yemen mission is an expanding programme. NRC started its operations in Kenya in the refugee camps in Dadaab in February 2007. NRC has WASH, Shelter, Education, Food Security and Livelihood and Information Counselling and Legal Assistant programmes implemented in the refugee camps in Dadaab, Kakuma and Mandera. The Project Skill teacher is responsible for teaching students in journalism skills in Youth Education Pack Centers in Dadaab
    Responsibilities

    Plan and implement instructional activities for the students as per the syllabus to ensure active and meaningful learning experience
    Use of training materials according to procedures
    Assist the assistant teachers in their work
    Suggest new methods and approaches in order to improve the quality of the activities
    Report all protection related concerns
    Carry out data collection as required
    Prepare field reports as required/ directed.
    Prepare and file relevant documents as required by line manager
    Preparing and maintain teacher professional records not limited to schemes of work, lesson plans, lesson notes, record of work covered and other records
    Assess and evaluate students continuously as per the training program requirements and maintain students’ progress records.
    Provide feedback to parents and project officer on pupil’s progress during education forums and report forms
    Responsible for the Registration and conduction of National Examinations.
    Prepare and maintain updated inventory for training resources assigned
    Ensure that safety precautions are observed always during training.
    Participate in mobilization and enrolment of learners.
    Carry out basic maintenance of equipment assigned.
        •Facilitate placement of learners in various industry enterprises during field practice training and attachments.
    Provide Entrepreneurship and business skills training to his learners
    Take part in designing, procurement and distribution of basic business start-up capital to YEP graduate.
    Guide and mentor assistant teacher in pedagogical competency and professional approach to work.
    Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

    Qualifications

    Experience from working with education projects in a humanitarian/recovery context
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    KCSE Certificate
    Hold a recognized Diploma in Journalism and media studies.
    Holds a recognized certificate in teaching methodology in Technical Education
    Two year previous experience in teaching youth in a school/college / Vocational training institution setting
    Excellent skills in written and spoken English
    Accurate and keen to details
    Knowledge of the local Somali language is an added advantage
    Ability to tolerate diverse cultural, educational and religious diversity in the work place
    Experience in working with underprivileged youth.
    A good team player with high degree of initiative, flexibility and tolerance
    Dedicated to work
    Creative and innovative
    Inclusive in working with others
    Accountable
    Handling insecure environments
    Working with people
    Planning and delivering results
    Communicate with impact and respect
    Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
    Good interpersonal and Communication skills
    Excellent skills in written and spoken English
    Accurate and keen to details
    A good team player with high degree of initiative, flexibility and tolerance

  • Grants Coordinator – Kenya (National Position)

    Grants Coordinator – Kenya (National Position)

    The Norwegian Refugee Council is looking a Grants Coordinator whose role is to provide essential grant management support to Regional Head of Programme Support in delivering quality programmes in line with the NRC CO strategy and Plan of Action. This is position is based in the East Africa & Yemen Regional Office in Nairobi, but providing specific support to the Somalia programme.
    Duties and responsibilities

    Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
    Develop and maintain overview of all grants, donor requirements, rules and regulations, and internal and external deadlines, including filing of grant documents (including through the grants database – forthcoming)
    Coordinate the development of donor applications and reports, as well as ensuring donor compliance and quality control
    Contribute to the development and revision of funding proposals, budgets and donor reports
    Be updated on donor priorities and track and share relevant calls for proposals
    Document, analyze, and share learning from proposal and reporting process, and compliance with donor rules and regulations
    Contribute to continuously improving internal grant management systems
    Provide an internal help-desk on donor related issues, including organize and deliver trainings in donor rules and regulations, as well as proposal and report writing
    Coordinate the development and distribution of internal reports
    Contribute to PCM trainings and usage of the NRC PCM frame work in the CO as delegated by the Regional Head of Programme Support.
    Support external donor audits.
    Represent with relevant partners and donors as delegated.
    Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy.

    Qualifications

    University degree in relevant discipline
    At least 5 years of relevant experience within field of expertise
    Relevant experience from the project management in the humanitarian sector
    Experience from working with humanitarian and development donors
    Good understanding of donor rules and regulations
    Skills and experience in report and proposal writing
    Strong communication, coordination and interpersonal skills
    Strong analytical skills (data and financial)
    Ability to mediate in high-stress scenarios with competing interest
    Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
    Excellent computer skills

    Personal qualities

    Planning and delivering results
    Managing resources to optimize results
    Influencing
    Handling insecure environments

    We can offer
    This position is open to Kenyan nationals only
    Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
    Travel: Some travel to field locations required
    Contract Period: 12 months, with possible extension
    Salary/Benefits: Competitive compensation and benefits package
    NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners and employees to check they have not been involved in illegal activities. NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.

  • Data Management Assistant

    Data Management Assistant

    Kenya Nationals Only
    Webcruiter ID: 4190044157
    The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.
    We work in crises across more than 30 countries, providing emergencies and long-term assistance to millions of people every year. We stand up for people forced to flee, advocating their rights.
    NORCAP is a global provider of expertise that contributes to solving challenges in the humanitarian, development and peacebuilding sectors. Our ultimate goal is to strengthen the resilience, and protect the lives, rights and livelihoods of vulnerable people and communities
    NRC also runs the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre in Geneva, a global leader in reporting on and advocating for people displaced within their own country.
    Duties and responsibilities

    Ensure compliance with NRC policies, guidelines and standards
    Ensure compliance with M&E strategy, tools, handbooks, guidelines and standards
    M&E specific technical responsibility for implementation of Data management activities in relation to NRC projects
    Assist in Provision specific technical support and capacity building towards project staff
    Assess, promote and document ideas for technical improvement and further program development options
    Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy
    Assist in development and administration of M&E and program data management system
    Assist to develop and support the implementation of appropriate SOPs for information management in line with NRC procedures including confidentiality and data protection.
    Assist in development of appropriate M&E databases to store, analysis and present relevant information.
    Support in training for NRC and partner organisation on relevant aspects of data management.
    Support ME and CCs staff at area level to create and maintain databases and spreadsheets that meet NRC’s M&E and donors’ requirements.
    Responsible for data entry and coherence of output and outcome data in NRC internal Output and outcomes reporting system .

    Qualifications

    Preferable University degree in statistics, economics, IT or related fields.
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
    Proficiency in English is essential
    Minimum 3 years of previous job experience relevant to the function or in data management, statistics, analysis and information technology.
    Advanced MS Excel skills and experience of working with MS Access is required. Previous experience of working with SPSS, STATA, Epi Info and R is desirable.
    Candidates with skills and skills in salesforce administration will have an added advantage. Strong data interpretation skills, report writing, and data presentation

    Personal qualities

    Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
    Positive and professional attitude
    Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
    Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

    We can offer
    Contract period is for one year with possibility of extension.
    Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s Code of Conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Nairobi.

  • Head of Shared Service Centre Global Recruitment

    Head of Shared Service Centre Global Recruitment

    The Shared Service Centre (SSC) for Global Recruitment shall be launched at the end of Q3 2020 and will be located in Nairobi, with a strategic hub at the Head Office in Oslo. The SSC is meant to cover a large functional scope spreading from the initial definition and description of a vacancy together with the respective hiring manager throughout the whole recruiting process. This functional scope comprises of five main areas: Attract, Search, Recruit, Vet and Contract.
    The SSC is to be governed by a cross-functional and cross-level steering committee. The day-to-day management of the Head of Unit is delegated to the Global HR Director.
    The new position of Head of Shared Services Centre (SSC) Global Recruitment will play a lead role in establishing the new SSC. As part of a new operating model for NRC, the SSC for Recruiting aims to establish globally standardized high-quality services, securing economies of scale by the concentration of skills and resources, as well as supporting equal accessibility to all parts of the organisation. The service will be based on a cost-recovery model with clear service level agreements. The focus of the Shared Services Centre for Global Recruitment will be the recruitment of top management and leaders, humanitarian specialists and advisory positions for country offices, regional offices, representative offices, globally mobile staff, and head office.
    Duties and responsibilities
    (For detailed information please see JD in We can offer section below)

    Responsible for developing the overall strategy and action plan for the SSC (Shared Service Center) in line with overall HR strategic direction, including change management and monitoring of execution
    Conception and execution of the SSC approach in the organisation
    Work with the Global HR Director and Global Recruitment Adviser to contribute to developing the global recruitment strategy and continuously develop the recruitment function in NRC
    Execution of strategic recruitment tasks (e.g. set up and execute on recruiting and employer branding strategy (for the SSC) or establishing partnerships and alliances with schools/universities/external global talent pools, etc.)
    Develop and lead a high functioning team with a focus on operational discipline and enhancing the client experience
    Budget responsibilities for the SSC
    Establishing and cultivating strong relationships with (internal) clients and key stakeholders.
    Defining and ensuring the implementation of Service Level Agreements; setting standards for quality and ensuring the implementation of operational activities in accordance with standard procedures and guidelines
    Working closely with stakeholders and the recruitment team to monitor service level metrics to ensure that quality service targets are achieved
    Preparing and conducting regular Steering Committee meetings, reporting on risks, key performance indicators and proposed corrective action or new approaches

    Qualifications

    Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant management positions.
    Formal education – preferably master level – in a relevant area.
    Highly experienced recruitment professional with experience of recruitment within an international context.
    Excellent understanding of the particular challenges facing international recruitment and the distinction between international and national contracts, legal requirements, right to work, etc.
    Up to date knowledge of developments in the Talent Management and recruitment/selection/assessment field.
    Understanding of the importance of a strong employer brand in recruitment and ideally experience of employer branding.
    Experience in managing successful change projects and the ability to lead the establishment of a new service.
    A genuine motivation and a basic understanding of digital HR tools & systems.
    Strong analytical ability to analyse and evaluate HR statistics.
    Previous Shared Service experience is an important asset.

    Personal qualities
    To be successful in this role, you need to be an influential leader who can build up a strong service orientated team and a positive working environment . You have an excellent business mindset and cross-functional understanding. You are result driven and a visionary leader whose impact is comprehensive.

  • Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator (Senior Data Analyst)

    Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator (Senior Data Analyst)

    The M&E Coordinator will boost the capacity of the Building Resilient Communities in Somalia (BRCiS) M&E’s team to develop survey tools and rapidly analyze survey results, effectively communicating complex statistical insights to a diverse, non-technical audience. This is with the goal of providing timely, relevant and actionable insights for adaptive management in BRCiS. We are looking for a highly independent and data-fluent mid-career professional with substantial experience in designing, developing and analyzing large-scale data collection projects to generate actionable insights for programme planning and change.
    The position is based within NRC Regional Office. The role reports to the BRCiS Monitoring and Evaluation Manager.
    Specific Duties

    Design, manage and analyse internal evaluation and research projects using quantitative methods in coordination with the Consortium MEAL Working Group.
    Clean, analyze and communicate quantitative data collected by BRCiS and external consultants including but not limited to the Consortium’s annual household interviews, seasonal monitoring surveys, Early Warning Early Action (EWEA) database, post-distribution monitoring (PDM) forms, etc.
    Prepare project reports, disseminate results and present results at internal and external events
    Actively participate in technical meetings, trainings and workshops
    Lead on the Consortium’s data visualization and dashboard presentation efforts
    Manage and update the Consortium’s datasets including the BRCiS beneficiary database
    Produce periodic analytical reports on data from NRC Global Outcome and Output Reporting System (GORS) in liaison with the Regional M&E Team
    Liaise with respective M&E focal points in the region to collect lessons learnt and promote institutional learning in the field of resilience programming

    General Duties

    Supports the BRCiS Consortium’s research and learning agenda by providing technical assistance to the development, management, analysis and dissemination of the Consortium’s evaluation and research work
    Contributes to the training of Consortium Members on the use of research and M&E tools
    Contributes to the training of survey teams in the field; participates in the monitoring of surveys and interview protocols during data collection; conducts data back-checks and supervises field teams during data collection to ensure data quality
    Provides technical support to supervise the research and evaluation projects done by external consultants, research companies and survey firms
    Conducts statistical analysis on quantitative data collected
    Prepares literature reviews and research briefs
    Any other ad-hoc request defined by the M&E Manager**

    Qualifications

    A degree in Statistics, Economics, Public Policy, Mathematics or related fields. Strong technical understanding of statistics/econometrics is essential
    3 – 5 years of previous work experience in a related field
    Extensive quantitative skills, including knowledge of and experience working with data analysis software (STATA, Python, R, Matlab)
    Experience working with different data types including but not limited to household survey data, phone surveys, panel surveys, perception-based measures, satellite imagery etc.
    Substantial experience applying a wide range of statistical methods to inform program design and change
    Strong experience in Digital Data Gathering (DDG) technology (ODK or ONA preferred) including the ability to quickly digitalize/script large and complex surveys in XLS form
    Strong data visualizations skills including detailed familiarity of using data visualizations software (Tableau preferred)
    Excellent communication and report writing skills to present research/evaluation findings to various audiences

    Preferred

    Experience in creating complex dashboards
    Experience working in the humanitarian sector is an asset but it can be substituted with strong work experience from other spheres such as the private, governmental or developmental sector
    Detailed familiarity of mapping software such as QGIS or ArcGIS

    Personal qualities

    Good communication and interpersonal skills
    Strong organizational and team working skills
    Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
    Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential
    Excellent communication and presentation skills
    Works well under pressure and meet deadlines
    Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organize a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities

    We can offer**
    View the Job Description for more details on the background of BRCiS and this role

    Contract Duration: 1 year, renewable subject to availability of funding
    Job Grade: 7 as per NRC Kenya National Scale
    Travel: 30% within the East Africa & Yemen region
    Duty station: Nairobi is a family duty station

  • WASH Specialist – Kakuma (Kenyan Nationals Only)

    WASH Specialist – Kakuma (Kenyan Nationals Only)

    Webcruiter ID: 4177782783
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Develop WASH strategy, technical SOPs, and Macro LFAs in line with NRC Programme Policy and national and international standards, and in coordination with other Core Competences
    Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
    Contribute to fundraising, develop and revise funding proposal, budgets and donor reports
    Identify trends technical standards and donor priorities
    Follow up on compliance with contractual commitments within WASH CC, ensure high technical quality and synergies in project implementation
    Provide technical direction and project implementation support
    Development of holistic and needs based programmes, including cash-based interventions and marked based programmes
    Ensure that key learnings are extracted from WASH CC implementation, and incorporate them in WASH CC and staff development processes
    Provide systematic training and build capacity of technical staff
    Represent NRC in relevant forums/clusters, including with national authorities and donors
    Promote the rights of IDPs/refugees in line with the advocacy strategy
    Guide the teams in developing systematic tools for day-to-day implementation, ensuring compliance with established guidelines and standards. This means developing/sharing guidelines, process related documents, tools, clarifying minimum standards (NRC internal tool) and modalities.
    Lead on developing WASH monitoring tools to be used by the team to ensure that relevant information is being collected to inform strategy and implementation, and to ensure accountability and learning.
    Ensure that the strategy is informed by sound analysis, with consultations with teams and concerned stakeholders and that programmes strategies are devised in promotion of NRC’s values, culture and beliefs. Lead on research/studies, specifically about innovation.
    Ensure learning from WASH programme is captured, consolidated and disseminated, contributing to knowledge building and sharing within Yemen and globally to influence policies and programme planning.
    Ensure sharing of best practices and capacity building among the team in Kibondo (Tanzania) and Kakuma (Kenya).
    Play a proactive role in integrating WASH Core Competence strategy with other Core Competence strategies (namely Food Security, Shelter, Education and ICLA) to ensure maximum impact.
    Explore and develop strategic partnerships contributing to quality and scaling up of programmes. Ensure coordination with relevant WASH stakeholders including representation and effective networking.

    Qualifications

    Minimum 5 years’ experience in working as a senior Program Manager and/or Advisor of humanitarian WASH programme, preferably in refugees / IDPs environments
    Proven expertise in WASH with particular focus of complex programme
    Experience of setting up and implementing monitoring, documentation and learning systems.
    University degree or higher education relevant to WASH.
    Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and negotiation skills
    Proven skills and experience in report and proposal writing
    Knowledge of cash-based interventions and market based programmes
    Ability to prioritize needs and carry out multiple tasks simultaneously
    Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Prior experience and proven capability in training and capacity development Fluency in English, both written and verbal

    Personal qualities

    Strategic Thinking
    Empowering and Building Trust
    Influencing
    Analysing
    Initiating Action and Change
    Handling insecure environments

  • Project Manager – Kakuma (Kenyan Nationals Only)

    Project Manager – Kakuma (Kenyan Nationals Only)

    Webcruiter ID: 4176576046
    All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability.
    These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.
    The primary purpose of the Integrated Project Manager position is to provide leadership in the implementation of an area-based integrated programming approach in Turkana West covering four core competencies including Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Livelihoods & Food Security (LFS), Information Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education (Accelerated Education Programme – AEP).
    The IPM role will provide strategic leadership in the implementation of NRC’s project cycle management (PCM) at area level including initiating and undertaking multi-sectorsl assessments, proposal development and donor reporting, promoting an integrated approach in addressing needs in the area office, and in lead in programme review and evaluation.
    The role will be based out of the Area Office in Kakuma and this role will be directly reporting to the Area Manager. The main focus of the role is to support effective project management in line with NRC’s PCM and promoting an integrated approach in programme design and delivery in Turkana West.
    The IPM will support the Area Manager through line management of all Core Competencies Project Coordinators across the Kakuma project portfolio.
    The role involves both internal project management (ensuring the projects are implemented in line with Project Cycle Management (PCM) framework) and managing Project Coordinators to ensure the project work plans, M&E work plans and procurement plans are developed and adhered to.
    The Project Manager will also have key role in monthly Area-level meetings to ensure that projects are being delivered on target, implemented according to the budget, and proper financial monitoring is undertaken. The Project Manager will ensure the quality of project delivery and the use of M&E to support regular learning.
    The Project Manager will have a representational role in terms of developing close and collaborative relationships with all key stakeholders for successfully project deliverable as well as representing NRC in relevant camp-level and County-level coordination forums.
    The Project Manager will take the lead on developing timely and quality reporting to project donors and supporting proposal development for identified new funding opportunities.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Line management for project staff.
    Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures.
    Contribute to the development of Country, Area and CC strategies, initiate and participate in the development of relevant CC projects.
    Management and overall coordination for integrated CC projects implementation (activities, budget and project documentation) in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements.
    Implement technical direction and ensure high technical quality of projects.
    Provide regular progress reports to the Area Manager and the Head of Programme and promote and share ideas for improvement and recommend necessary changes in activities.
    Development of holistic and needs based programmes, including cash-based interventions and marked based programmes
    Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways to assist.
    Develop and manage project budget (in cooperation with Project Coordinators) and coordinate across CCs.
    Promote the rights of refugees in line with the advocacy strategy
    Lead the CCs in undertaking multi-sectoral, area-based needs assessments
    Play lead role in the development of multi-sectoral/integrated proposals for funding opportunities
    Support PCs and Coordinate with AM and M&E in observing key PCM milestones/exercises at area level
    Represent NRC in key Kakuma camp and Lodwar-level coordination forums.
    Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders for effective project implementation.
    Ensure capacity development of project staff and transfer key skills.
    Ensure the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and supporting documents and monitor their use in project activities.
    Ensure the inclusion of cash-based interventions and marked based programmes in country and area-based strategies and their implementation across and within NRC’s core competencies
    Provide an enabling environment for the implementation of cash-based interventions, including multi-purpose cash assistance, emergency cash responses
    Ensuring in consultation with the M&E team that strong M&E work plans are in place and are delivered. Support regular review and learning events on the basis of M&E.
    Ensure donor compliance in project implementation and coordinate timely and quality project reporting to donors.
    Any other tasks as assigned by the Area Manager.

    Qualifications

    Minimum 4 years of experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context.
    Proven experience in managing integrated programmes and area-based programming.
    Technical Livelihoods and Food Security Expertise
    Knowledge of cash-based interventions and market based programmes
    Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal
    Knowledge of the humanitarian and development context related to refugees in Kenya, specific experience in Kakuma highly desirable.
    Experience with projects piloting innovation and technology
    Experience with managing integrated projects across different sectors
    Experience managing and lead large teams

    Personal Qualities

    Managing resources to optimize results
    Managing performance and development
    Empowering and building trust
    Handling insecure environments
    Excellent communication and team building skills

    We can offer
    Duty station: Kakuma
    Contract period is for one year with possibility of extension.
    Salary / benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Kakuma.
    *Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply for this position*

  • WASH Officer (Sanitation & Hygiene) Kakuma, Kenya (Kenyan National Only Safety & Security Coordinator (Kenyan Nationals Only) ICT Assistant – Dadaab, Kenya (Kenyan National Only)

    WASH Officer (Sanitation & Hygiene) Kakuma, Kenya (Kenyan National Only Safety & Security Coordinator (Kenyan Nationals Only) ICT Assistant – Dadaab, Kenya (Kenyan National Only)

    The NRC East Africa & Yemen mission is an expanding programme. NRC
    started its operations in Kenya in the refugee camps in Dadaab in February 2007. NRC has WASH, Shelter, Education, Food Security and Livelihood and Information Counselling and Legal Assistant programmes implemented in the refugee camps in Dadaab and Kakuma.
    All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and beliefs shall guide our actions and relationships.
    The Project Officer is responsible for coordination of Sanitation & Hygiene activities in the assigned locations. The Officer ensure effective planning and quality implementation of the sanitation and hygiene activities in Kalobeyei settlement camp . The WASH Officer will assist the WASH Project Coordinator in providing technical support in the development of NRC’s sanitation programming for both sanitation and maintenance of sanitation facilities. He/she will also work closely with the other Project Officers and Assistants in the field to ensure timely delivery of quality Sanitation construction, and will assist the Project Coordinator in overall planning and design of (future) projects. He/she will also stand in for the WASH Project Coordinator in abscencia and provide program support as required. The WASH officer report to WASH Project Coordinator in Kakuma.
    Duties and responsibilities
     

    Promote safe WASH practices, including appropriate use and maintenance of WASH facilities and services specifically Latrines and Hand washing facilities.
    Oversee the construction and rehabilitation of latrines, drainage and other relevant Sanitation facilities ensuring that the constructions are of the highest quality and as per specified technical drawings.
    Facilitate community involvement in the design and delivery of essential WASH services and facilities.
    Participate in the requests for project materials; undertake technical verification of project materials upon delivery, and organize for branding where necessary and call for distribution to the beneficiaries.
    Undertake technical inspection of sanitary installations including latrines, pits, drainage systems and dome slab/lid construction.
    Initiate CLTS activities in the community in liaison with relevant stakeholders
    Advice on quality control of all Sanitation activities – travel regularly to all the NRC construction sites assessing construction and M&E procedures.
    Development of rapid response and contingency plans.
    Assess and advise on capacity building needs within the team to ensure effective developments of the quality standards for the Sanitation activities.
    Carry out informal and formal training sessions (according to identified needs) and evaluate the impacts of this training.
    To assist and participate in community mobilization.
    Enable effective dialogue with the affected community to allow the agency to be held to account for the quality of the WASH programme.
    Help identify needs for non-food items relevant to hygiene, participate in the choice of items, targeting strategy, promotion of effective use, and post-distribution monitoring.
    Provide timely feedback on activity progress and advice on any challenges.
    Help plan and carry out needs assessments, baseline studies and periodic studies, and feedback findings to the stakeholders.
    Plan activities to reduce WASH-related risks.
    Collate data from the WASH Assistants and prepare regular reports on activities and WASH conditions for monitoring.
    Coordinate with the other Officers and Health Lead IP to ensure that the various aspects of the WASH response are integrated.
    Liaise with community leaders and other sectors and agencies working locally in order to coordinate within the WASH sector and between sectors such as health and shelter.
    To represent NRC in co-ordination meetings with the other IPs, section and block leaders and other stakeholders.
    Preparation of the project reports in a timely manner, guidelines and other strategic documentation.
    Recruit and train incentive workers (Hygiene Promoters, Sanitation workers etc) including performance appraisal.
    Organize day-to-day logistics, administration, and personnel activities in the assigned camp.
    Advice the project coordinator on available stock and plan for restocking upon depletion of stock.
    Supervise sanitation activities in line with relevant standards, codes of conduct, and humanitarian principles.
    Use participatory approaches throughout the programme cycle, in training, and in the use of tool kits and other materials.
    Supervise Sanitation activities and resources so that they are implemented and handed over or ended in a way that promotes local capacities and sustainable operations.
    Take account of gender, protection, HIV, the environment, and other important cross-cutting concerns in programme design, implementation, and reporting; carry out activities in a way that reflects the needs of specific groups and individuals e.g. elderly people, minority groups, children, and people with disabilities.
    Carry out any other assignment as may be required by the WASH Project Coordinator.

    Qualifications

    Technical background in Public Health. Qualifications in Public Health, Environmental Health, Civil engineering or water and Environmental engineering or similar relevant discipline.
    Proven practical experience in the planning and execution of WASH Programmes of at least 3 years’ experience in a humanitarian and development programme preferably with an INGO.
    Experience in undertaking sanitation in a relief programme is essential.
    Proven ability to use MS Office software (especially Word and Excel) is essential. Experience with other computer programs such as SAP 2000 and Microsoft Project would be an advantage.
    Experience in implementation of technical works in Public health engineering is an added advantage.
    Ability to initiate, develop, plan and implement an integrated programme.
    Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to explain and present technical information
    Possession of strong administrative and management skills with a willingness to follow relevant policies and procedures
    Experience in capacity building and training of staff and target groups
    Political and cultural awareness and experience of working where insecurity is a major issue
    Language: Fluency in written and spoken English is essential
    Ability to work independently in a result oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment and manage conflicting priorities.
    Understanding of international health and development and relief issues
    Sensitivity to the needs and priorities of disadvantaged populations (minority groups etc) Demonstrated experience of integrating gender and diversity issues into WASH Programming

    Personal qualities

    Good communication and interpersonal skills
    Strong organisational and team working skills
    Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
    Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential
    Knowledge of the NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector is a plus
    Excellent communication skills
    Proven presentation, training and facilitation skills.

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  • Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

    Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

    The Regional M&E Coordinator will provide strategic and technical support to NRC’s monitoring and evaluation efforts. This includes supporting the implementation of NRC M&E standards, systems and practices to produce, measure and demonstrate improvements in programme performance and inform evidence-based decision making. The Regional M&E Coordinator will assist country programs in increasing the capabilities of staff to implement M&E systems, tool and practices consistently, to improve program quality and impact.
    This role reports to the Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Manager and has no supervision.

    Norwegian Refugee Council

    Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

    Duties and responsibilities

    Specific Duties 

    Support the consideration, inclusion, collection and analysis of indicators related to cash-based interventions and market based approaches within (and across) NRC, where appropriate.
    Contribute to the identification of opportunities to implement cash-based interventions and market based programmes.
    Collaborate with M&E staff at HQ in Norway, other regions, country offices and peer organizations, as requested, in developing best practices, facilitate lessons learned and coordination.
    Support M&E compliance assessments and continuous improvement of M&E standards at country office level.
    Support country offices on data quality and timely reporting of output and outcome indicators into NRC reporting system.
    Support use of data at regional and country level, including development and use of online dashboards and other data management tools.

    General Duties

    Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
    Support and contribute to the development and implementation of M&E systems, including M&E SOPs, guidance and tools.
    Participate in programme design and proposal discussions, including theory of change development, log frame design and budgeting for M&E.
    Support programme staff in planning for and executing M&E, including, data collection methodology and tools and data management, analysis and use.
    Support the implementation, dissemination and use of evaluations, assessments and monitoring data in programme development, adjustment or review.
    Contribute to organizational learning through supporting specific analysis, lessons learned and reports.
    Capacity building and training of programme and M&E support staff on M&E technical and conceptual areas.
    Supervise and mentor M&E support staff in executing M&E plans.
    Contribute to the design of M&E staffing structure and resourcing, including collaboration with programme staff to identify and plan for M&E needs.

    Qualifications

    Mandatory:

    University degree preferably in statistics, operations research, quantitative analysis, public policy, economics, or other social science fields, with advanced training in rigorous empirical research and evaluation methodologies
    Experienced professional with a minimum of 3 years of M&E design and implementation at a senior level .
    Solid experience of work with windows based computer software, SSP, GIS, excellent at Excel and use of Digital Data Gathering (DDG) technology  

    Preferred:

    Experience required in contemporary qualitative, quantitative, and mixed method evaluations involving major international donor programs
    Thorough familiarity with principles and current approaches to M&E using both quantitative and qualitative methods
    Extensive experience in developing baseline research, logic models, data collection and analysis, mid-term evaluation, and outcome evaluation
    Fluency in English  

    Personal qualities

    Skilled in influencing and obtaining cooperation of individuals not under supervisory control and manage long-distance relationships to achieve results
    Ability to engage and motivate staff and partners
    Able to prioritize work, multi-task and meet deadlines
    Managing performance and development
    Culturally sensitive and coping with a changing environment
    Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
    Handling insecure environments
    Analyzing