Jobs Kenya

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  • Regional ICT Coordinator

    Regional ICT Coordinator

    The Regional office is seeking to recruit Regional ICT Coordinator who will be responsible for coordinating and providing technical ICT support in the East Africa & Yemen Region.
     
    Generic responsibilities

    Compliance and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
    Coordinate the dissemination and implementation of NRC’s global ICT strategy in the region, as well as contributing to its definition and review from a regional and field perspective.
    Provide oversight and compliance checks on the implementation of ICT strategy and policies throughout the country offices in the region.
    Coordinate ICT resources, skills and competence within the region and offer support and advice where and when needed.
    Collect and disseminate ICT-related knowledge and learning within the region and at a global level.
    Work with ICT staff in the region to enable them to provide ICT 1st line support as well as assist with planning, budgeting and procurement as per NRC standards.
    Provide training of ICT staff in region and (when relevant) support the recruitment and/or on-boarding of new ICT staff in region.
    Facilitate synergies and regional efficiencies on ICT procurement, systems and training.
    Participate in global ICT work streams/projects, to identify common global solutions, when relevant.
    Provide hands on support and gap-filling throughout region – travel involved – at the discretion of Regional Office and in line with need.

    Specific responsibilities

    Supporting Regional office with launch of digital initiatives
    Supports decision making within the management team by communicating complex technical ideas and problems clearly.Providing the region with relevant technological solutions that assists the office in working more efficiently at the same time saving on costs and time.
    Technology standards within the region are maintained to a high specification by standardizing ICT equipment, software and systems and developing SOPs that ensure adherence to them.
    The connectivity and infrastructure status in all offices is sufficient to support the NRC online resources.
    Accountable for ensuring the use of NRC resources effectively.

    Professional competencies:

    Minimum 5 years of experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context
    Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Private sector ICT experience
    Proven experience in implementing ICT projects
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal
    Valid driver’s license
    Knowledge of the context in East Africa and Yemen

    Behavioral competencies

    Managing resources to optimize results
    Managing performance and development
    Empowering and building trust
    Handling insecure environments

    We Offer:
    Duty Station: Nairobi, KenyaContract Duration: Until 31st December 2019 with possibility of extension depending on the availability of fundingSalary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package

  • BRCiS Programme Manager

    BRCiS Programme Manager

    Ref. No: 3958927440
    Full time
    Building Resilient Communities in Somalia (BRCiS) is a humanitarian Consortium that takes a holistic approach to supporting Somali communities in developing their capacity to resist and absorb minor shocks without undermining their ability to move out of poverty.
    In 2013, five international NGOs with long experience in Somalia – Cooperazione e Sviluppo (CESVI), Concern Worldwide (CWW), the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), the International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Save the Children International (SCI) – formed a Consortium to address Somalia Communities’ long-term exposure to recurrent disasters and destitution.
    The Consortium now has 8 Members including Action Against Hunger, Candlelight and Kaalo. It manages a portfolio of 6 grants implemented in all Federal Member States of Somalia.
    Are you passionate about working with communities in Somalia?
    Do you have an excellent report and proposal writing skills?
    Do you have experience in interpreting data and writing reports to a rigorous technical standard? You could be the candidate we are looking for!
    BRCiS is looking to recruit for a Programme Manager who will be based in Nairobi.
    The programme Manager will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the integrated programmes in the BRCiS Consortium portfolio.
    The Programme Manager represents the BRCiS at coordination forums, as delegated by the Chief of Party.
    Job Description
    Generic Responsibilities

    Line management for DFID II project manager and DEVCO, World Bank coordinators
    Compliance and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
    Responsible for ensuring programme support to integrated programme, coordination and technical quality in BRCiS Consortium
    Ensures that BRCiS programmes are implemented in a transparent and compliant manner
    Provision of specific inputs relevant for BRCiS strategies
    Supervises the compliance to donor standards, and grants management and regular reporting to donors for all BRCiS projects
    Identify funding opportunities, develops funding strategy, and forecast
    Responsible for grants management and budget allocations
    Ensure compliance with contractual commitments and extracting and implementing key learnings from project implementation
    Provide overall coordination for any new funding coming in for emergency responses

    Qualifications

    Applicable degree in international relations, business, economics or related field.
    7 years’ experience in humanitarian/development aid in complex and/or insecure environments, preferably in East/Horn of Africa.
    Excellent report and proposal writing skills in English language. Experience in interpreting data and writing reports to a rigorous technical standard.
    Excellent English language communication skills – negotiation, networking, influencing, public speaking and facilitating workshops at different levels.
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Ability to work closely with field based national staff and experience in various staff training and development approaches
    Strong planning, monitoring and organizational skills with good knowledge of the use of logical and result-based monitoring and evaluation frameworks;
    Ability to write high quality concept notes and technical sections for donor proposals
    Knowledge of the context of Somalia
    Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, multi-country disaster preparedness, response and recovery programming.
    Experience with project development and Management
    Experience with Consortium coordination
    In depth understanding and experience in working with resilience programmes
    Experience in resource mobilisation and working with various donors and conversant with their technical frameworks and strategies
    Experience in advocacy work
    Safety and security awareness .

    Education Level: College / University, Bachelor’s degree
    Personal Qualities

    Handling insecure environments
    Managing resources to optimize results
    Managing performance and development
    Communicating with impact and respect
    Strategic thinking, result oriented and diplomatic
    Empowering and building trust
    Initiating action, culturally sensitive and coping with change
    Ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision
    Able to present and represent an organisation
    Flexible and creative, confident in taking initiatives and exploring new opportunities
    Commitment to continuous learning and willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the disaster management field
    Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

    We Offer
    Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
    Travel: 40% travel to Somalia
    Contract Duration: 24 months
    Salary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package
    NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners and check that its partners have not been involved in illegal activity.
    NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.
    The Norwegian Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer, with no discrimination in terms of sex, age, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation.
    Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
    Miscellaneous info
    Travel: Some travelling must be expected

  • Project Officer

    Project Officer

    Job Roles

    Responsible for implementation of relevant technical activities in the ICLA project in Kakuma
    Responsible for tracking of financial expenditures of the project
    Provide technical support and capacity building towards project staff
    Ensure relevant data collection and produce reports and analysis as required
    Assess, promote and document ideas for technical improvement and further program development options
    Represent NRC in relevant coordination forums and build relationships with key stakeholders
    Responsible for updating of Somali country of origin information to ensure it is relevant and accurate.
    Responsible for the quality assurance of the translation of the information in Somali language and production of high quality pamphlets.
    Ensure regular information sharing, mine risk awareness and HLP awareness for returnees.
    Ensure all returnees have received return assistance package at departure from Kakuma.
    Develop ICLA proposals, ensure effective implementation and documentation of lessons learnt.
    Ensure proper project budget monitoring and efficient utilization of the funds.
    Supervise, evaluate and appraise the Project Assistant(s), providing technical guidance when needed.
    Perform any other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

    Qualifications

    University degree in law.
    Minimum 3 years humanitarian experience with refugees/internally displaced persons (IDPs) at field level with an NGO or other international organization.
    Knowledge of international refugee law and national law applicable to refugees
    Knowledge of SPHERE standards and durable solutions

    Education level

    College / University, Bachelor’s degree

    Personal qualities

    Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge of English. Knowledge of Somali an asset

    Duty station: Kakuma
    Contract period is up to December 2018 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

  • BRCiS Programme Officer

    BRCiS Programme Officer

    P.S: Please ensure that you fill in all details before submitting your application on WebCruiter. Empty and incomplete applications will not be considered.
    Building Resilient Communities in Somalia (BRCiS) is a Consortium of national and international organizations whose objective is to support and guide vulnerable communities in Somalia in building their resilience capacities, in their own ways.
    The Consortium was created in 2013 and is now implementing projects funded by three different donors, in more than ten regions of Somalia. BRCiS is committed to adaptive management of its programmes, guided by a strong learning strategy. The Consortium also enforces systematic decentralization of decision making to the field level and the communities, fostering innovation and self-reliance.
    The position advertised is based with NRC, the Consortium lead agency. The BRCiS Consortium Programme Officer is a member staff of the Consortium Management Unit (CMU) and works for Consortium Members (including Cesvi, Concern Worldwide, the IRC and Save the Children).
    All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.
    NRC Somalia is part of NRC’s East Africa and Yemen regional operation which comprises of large-scale multi-country humanitarian and early recovery interventions spread across seven countries (Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Yemen, Eritrea, South Sudan, Uganda and Tanzania). NRC’s overall strategy in the region is to enhance protection and promote the rights of displaced people in humanitarian need by improving living conditions and seeking durable solutions. The regional office is based in Nairobi and works with country programmes to ensure standardization of programmatic and operational approaches, promote multi country programming and ensuring quality and coordination.
    The Consortium Programme Officer reports to the Consortium Programme Manager and works closely with the BRCiS Chief of Party, Consortium Finance, M&E and Programme teams, to ensure quality programme implementation and reporting are in line with set objectives and guidelines.
    Role and responsibilities
    The purpose of the BRCiS Programme Officer position is to provide essential programme management support to the programme team and Consortium in delivering quality programmes in line with the BRCiS Consortium strategy.
    Generic responsibilities

    Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
    Coordinate and consolidate donor reports, with support from the M&E team
    Coordinate and consolidate updates and reports on project progress for internal and external stakeholders
    Coordinate and consolidate project documents and project revisions processes
    Monitor programme quality by supporting the Consortium Members through project milestones
    Facilitate the organization of proposal planning meetings, grant opening meetings, progress meetings, and grant closure meetings in collaboration with the Programme Team

    Specific responsibilities

    Timely coordination, consolidation and coordination of the submission of financial and narrative reports according to individual donor rules and regulations.
    Improving the quality of reporting, including training and supporting members, to reporting and accountability standards, respect of deadlines and time management
    Develop and maintain overview of milestones and internal and external deadlines related to all grants, in compliance with donor requirements, rules and regulations.
    Coordinate the collection and consolidation of project documents of adequate quality over the life of the projects, including human interest stories, Community Action Plan and Community Reports, village information sheets, registration lists
    Contribute to the revision of proposals as required by adaptive management
    Actively interact with programme managers to share case studies, lessons learned and best practice on the BRCiS Portfolio management;
    Ensure that all project documents, revisions, NCE, reports and annexes are filed appropriately.
    Document, analyze, and share learning from reporting process, and compliance with donor rules and regulations.
    Contribute to continuously improving internal grant management systems; ensure that corrective measures and updates are systematically made to plans in accordance with programme changes.
    Provide an internal help-desk on donor related issues, including organize and deliver trainings in donor rules and regulations
    Contribute the creation of Member Performance Monitoring system to increase transparency in Consortium Management
    Ensure that Members regularly receive feedback on their performance and that issues are transparently flagged.
    Support Members through programme adaptations and coordinate learning opportunities.
    Support consortium governance and internal communication as required.
    Support external audits or evaluation in coordination with Finance and M&E teams.
    Any other duties that enhance the objectives of the consortium

    Qualifications
    Generic professional competencies for this position:

    Relevant university degree or higher education in international relations and/or development, social sciences or management.
    3 years relevant experience in project management in the humanitarian sector
    Good understanding of donor rules and regulations
    Skills and experience in report and proposal writing
    Strong analytical skills (data and financial)
    Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
    Operational effectiveness skills using all the systems, procedures and culture within the organization for required results delivery.
    Ability to manage a varied workload, work under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines

    Context related skills; knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position):

    Knowledge of the Somali context
    Experience with Project Cycle Management
    Experience working on DEVCO, DfID and World Bank contracts

    Behavioral competencies

    Working with people/Team work
    Planning and delivering results
    Managing resources to optimize results
    Handling insecure environments

    We offer

    Commencement: As soon as possible
    Contract Duration: 1year with the possibility of extension
    Duty Station: Nairobi
    Travel: some travel to Somalia
    Salary/Benefits: According to NRC’s general directions
    All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable

  • Culture and People Management Consultant

    Culture and People Management Consultant

    Terms of Reference
    General details for the assignment
    Location: Nairobi
    Application deadline: 31 July 2018
    Start Date: 3rd September, 2018
    Reports to: Regional Head of HR
    Main Purpose of the Consultancy: Design and facilitate a one-day management team retreat structured to enable management to openly discuss, analyse the issues identified in the staff survey, the challenges in addressing the issues and devising ways of creating positive work culture that should start with the top Management and trickles down to the rest of the staff.
    Reporting: The Consultant will report to the Regional Head of Human Resources(HR)
    Tasks and Responsibilities:

    Conduct an in-depth analysis of the key management issues by reviewing some of NRC’s existing management approaches to identify possible issues that staff feel are not well addressed or handled.
    Conduct a mini and quick survey with the staff to further unpack some of the issues experienced and have a better understanding of them.
    Design one-day management retreat to allow management team members openly discuss amongst themselves and find solutions to some of the issues identified for improvement.
    Through use of the survey, talking to a sample of staff and studying some of NRC systems; identify key issues related to negative work culture and suggest ways of improving on them.
    Propose and conduct training for the management team members on people management skills, positive leadership, promotion of equity in work environment, staff wellbeing management among others.
    Propose short and long term activities that can promote a positive work culture
    Prepare a report with recommendations for management implementation after the retreat

    Experience and Profile of the Consultant

    The consultant must have a proven experience in similar management support and show case for the same.
    A minimum of seven years’ experience implementing training programmes for managers.
    Proven experience in conducting surveys and analysis.
    Experience working in East Africa and Yemen region.
    Fluency in written and spoken English.
    Excellent communication skills, flexibility and good organisation skills.

    Expected Outcomes of the Consultancy

    Management issues that are making staff unhappy are clearly identified and solutions are suggested to improve on them.
    Successfully conduct and facilitate a one-day management retreat.
    A report with clear recommendations for positive work culture creation within NRC East Africa and Yemen Region.

  • Area Manager ICLA Project Assistant

    Area Manager ICLA Project Assistant

    NRC is seeking to recruitment an Area Manager for its operation in Dadaab and Mandera office.
    The Area Manager is responsible for providing overall leadership of all activities within the North East Area and is a member of the Country Management Group. The post is based in Dadaab with frequent travel to Mandera.
    Job Responsibilities

    Overall management of the Core Competencies activities, field offices and staff within the specific area, including the Area Management Team (AMT)
    Development and execution of the strategy for the area
    Adherence to NRC policies and donor requirements
    Emergency response capacity in the area
    Safety and security of staff
    Area level advocacy
    External representation, coordination and relationship building
    Responsible for shared resource allocation
    Implementation of policies and procedures
    Learning, training and development of staff

    Specific responsibilities

    Ensuring right-size of support structure of Dadaab and Mandera to support programmes.
    Ensuring effective budget management and financial control.
    Ensuring monitoring and evaluation of all projects

    Qualifications

    Minimum 5 years of experience from working as a Senior Project Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context
    Degree level education in relevant subject
    Previous 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
    Valid driver’s license

    Personal qualities

    Handling insecure environments
    Strategic thinking
    Initiating action and change
    Empowering and building trust

    We offer

    Duty Station: Dadaab with frequent travel to Mandera
    Contract Duration: 16 months
    Salary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package

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  • Project Manager – BRCiS

    Project Manager – BRCiS

    Building Resilient Communities in Somalia (BRCiS) is a Consortium of national and international organizations whose objective is to support and guide vulnerable communities in Somalia in building their resilience capacities, in their own ways. The Consortium was created in 2013 and is now implementing projects funded by three different donors, in more than ten regions of Somalia.NRC, the lead agency of the Consortium, is looking for a Project Manager to join the team as a member of the Consortium Management Unit (CMU). The position will be based in Nairobi, with 40% travel to Somalia.
    Job description

    Work with the Consortium Programme Manager and the Programme Management Group (PMG) in coordinating project implementation
    Take the lead in developing and scaling a framework for the early warning action system and crisis modifier components of the project
    Support the BRCiS Programme Manager in development of strategic Consortium partnerships, and specific learning partnerships
    Line manage of BRCiS Project Coordinator and Health & Nutrition Manager
    Ensure capacity building of staff and transfer key skills
    Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders such as donors, consortium members, local civil society organisations, private sector, etc
    Ensure narrative reports, regular programme updates, and ad-hoc requests for information adhere to donor requirements, are high quality, and are produced on time.
    Work closely with the communications and advocacy manager on providing programme content for all media publications and to develop and disseminate technical-advocacy pieces to donors and external stakeholders
    Support the BRCiS Programme Manager and the M&E Manager in defining and supporting the Consortium learning agenda
    Facilitate learning through reviews of progress against bench marks, collecting lessons learnt and best practices and facilitating dissemination of the same across the region
    Work closely with the Consortium Members to ensuring successful integration and implementation of health and nutrition activities in the resilience interventions, as well as mainstreaming nutrition sensitivity throughout the project.
    Take the lead in identifying and documenting best practices, lessons learnt and relevant human interest stories for publication and dissemination
    Represent BRCiS at coordination meetings, relevant cluster meetings and other emerging response working groups.
    Monitor and ensure programme quality; and contribute to the development of a monitoring, evaluation and learning framework to track progress and results
    Work closely with the M&E Manager and M&E team to build programme capacity to roll-out a shock-based measurement framework that measures changes in resilience capacities linked to well-being indicators

    Qualifications

    Minimum first level university/bachelors degree in international relations, business, economics or related field.
    5 years’ experience in humanitarian/development aid in complex and/or insecure environments, preferably in East/Horn of Africa.
    Excellent report and proposal writing skills in English language.
    Experience in interpreting data and writing reports to a rigorous technical standard.
    Excellent English language communication skills – negotiation, networking, influencing, public speaking and facilitating workshops at different levels.
    Ability to work closely with field based national staff and experience in various staff training and development approaches
    Strong planning, monitoring and organizational skills with good knowledge of the use of logical and result-based monitoring and evaluation frameworks;
    Ability to write high quality concept notes and technical sections for donor proposals
    Knowledge of the context of Somalia, highly desirable
    Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, multi-country disaster preparedness, response and recovery programming.
    Experience with project development
    Experience with Consortium coordination
    Experience in resource mobilisation and working with various donors and conversant with their technical frameworks and strategies
    Experience in advocacy work, highly desirable

    Personal qualities

    Able to initiate action, culturally sensitive and cope with change
    Ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision
    Able to present and represent an organisation
    Flexible and creative, confident in taking initiatives and exploring new opportunities
    Commitment to continuous learning and willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the disaster management field
    Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

    We offer

    Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
    Travel: 40% travel to Somalia
    Contract Duration: 24 months
    Salary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package

    NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners and check that its partners have not been involved in illegal activity. NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.

  • Cash Learning Partnership Programme Manager

    Cash Learning Partnership Programme Manager

    Job description
    We are looking for a Programme Manager to be part of the CaLP East Africa team. The Programme Manager will play a key role in driving forward CaLP’s annual plans in the region. The role will focus on delivering existing commitments, maintaining effective engagement with a wide range of actors including CaLP members and the wider community of practice, and exploring opportunities for further engagement.
    The Programme Manager will be repsonsible for:

    Regular liaison with Cash Working Group leads.
    Plan and deliver learning events.
    Prepare a synthesis report akin to others generated by the CaLP East Africa team.
    Support the Capacity Building Lead to plan CaLP training courses (with potential to co-facilitate courses if appropriate).
    Prepare regular East Africa information bulletins.
    Lead the delivery of existing commitments related to gender and CTP including completion of learning papers (in progress), briefing sheets, and learning events.
    Lead the further development of CaLP’s work on gender and cash programming.
    Respond to new opportunities that emerge for CaLP to advance its mission, in line with capacities, annual plan and strategy.
    Lead the development of new funding applications to support CaLP’s work in the region.
    Ensure that CaLP complies with the procedures & processes of its host agencies.
    Manage the Regional Capacity Building Lead (note, the post is currently vacant and will be advertised soon) and Regional Administration and Communications Officer.
    Represent CaLP with members, donors, CTP actors more broadly and other external stakeholders as relevant.

    Qualifications

    Minimum first level university degree/bachelors degree in relevant field
    Programme and grant management experience.
    Understanding of Cash Transfer Programming in humanitarian contexts.
    Experience in some or all of CaLP’s strategic areas: capacity building, knowledge management & research, coordination (of cash programming) and policy.
    Knowledge of the international humanitarian system and understanding of some of the key debates related to cash transfers programming.
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal

    Desirable

    Strong coordination experience
    Written and verbal communication skills in French.
    Experience of working in a network environment.
    Understanding of gender programming.
    Skills and experience of facilitating training and/or events.

    Personal qualities

    Strong communication/donor relation experience
    Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
    Ability to manage resources to optimize results
    Ability to manage performance and development
    Ability to mpower and build trust

    We offer
    This position is open only to Kenyan nationals, or candidates with the existing right to work in Kenya**
    Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
    Contract Duration: 6 months, with possibility of extension
    Salary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package
    NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners and check that its partners have not been involved in illegal activity. NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.
    Due to the nature of this role, candidates must be available to start the position as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
    **Females are highly encourage to apply**

  • NRC Support Coordinator

    NRC Support Coordinator

    Roles

    Line management for support staff such as Finance, HR & Admin and Logistics/ICT
    Member of the Area Management Group
    Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and handbooks and donor/auditor requirements
    Provide input on operational support to Area Plan of Action, and to coordinate and align operational support with programme plans at Area level
    Responsible for ensuring quality support to project implementation.
    Facilitate Area Support Budget, area level budgets, including suport cost
    Responsible for Implementation of new country specific technical SOPs, guidelines and tools in Area(HR, Logistic/ICT and Finance)
    Responsible for technical capacity building of support staff (HR, Logistic/ICT and Finance)
    Regularly sensitise procurement staff and others on the correct procedures to follow and check for any loopholes in the system in order to avoid conflict of interest in the procurement or recruitment process.
    Strengthen the existing system of managing fleet, warehousing, gensets and other assets by ensuring proper documentation procedures are adhered to with regards to use of logbooks for vehicles and gensets, receipt of stock, storage and dispatch from store to beneficiaries and updated asset register and use of handover forms for assets in the custody of individual staff
    Identify support costs drivers in the Area Office and implement cost-cutting and/or saving measures.
    Ensure heads of departments (Finance/HRA/Logistics/ITC) produce accurate and timely monthly reports for sharing with the CO.
    Play a lead role in the implementation of recommendations and action points arising from audits, investigations, assessments and evaluations carried out and for which action is required from the Area office.

    Qualifications

    Experience from working as a Logistics/Finance Coordinator 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 leadership skills/profile
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal
    Knowledge of the context in Kakuma/Turkana County
    Knowledge of Swahili and the local Turkana language is an added advantage
    Experience in working with teams to combat fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, and other forms of gross misconduct in humanitarian settings

    Education field

    Finance / Economics
    Logistics

    Education level
    College / University, Bachelor’s degree
    Personal qualities

    Managing resources to optimize results
    Managing performance and development
    Analyzing

    The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, education, emergency food security, legal assistance, and water,sanitation and hygiene sectors.
    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 purpose of the Support Coordinator is to coordinate the support functions at an Area Office.
    Roles for the Support Coordinator Job
    Line management for support staff such as Finance, HR & Admin and Logistics/ICT
    Member of the Area Management Group
    Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and handbooks and donor/auditor requirements
    Provide input on operational support to Area Plan of Action, and to coordinate and align operational support with programme plans at Area level
    Responsible for ensuring quality support to project implementation.
    Facilitate Area Support Budget, area level budgets, including suport cost
    Responsible for Implementation of new country specific technical SOPs, guidelines and tools in Area(HR, Logistic/ICT and Finance)
    Responsible for technical capacity building of support staff (HR, Logistic/ICT and Finance)
    Regularly sensitise procurement staff and others on the correct procedures to follow and check for any loopholes in the system in order to avoid conflict of interest in the procurement or recruitment process.
    Strengthen the existing system of managing fleet, warehousing, gensets and other assets by ensuring proper documentation procedures are adhered to with regards to use of logbooks for vehicles and gensets, receipt of stock, storage and dispatch from store to beneficiaries and updated asset register and use of handover forms for assets in the custody of individual staff
    Identify support costs drivers in the Area Office and implement cost-cutting and/or saving measures.
    Ensure heads of departments (Finance/HRA/Logistics/ITC) produce accurate and timely monthly reports for sharing with the CO.
    Play a lead role in the implementation of recommendations and action points arising from audits, investigations, assessments and evaluations carried out and for which action is required from the Area office.

    Qualifications

    Experience from working as a Logistics/Finance Coordinator 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 leadership skills/profile
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal
    Knowledge of the context in Kakuma/Turkana County
    Knowledge of Swahili and the local Turkana language is an added advantage
    Experience in working with teams to combat fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, and other forms of gross misconduct in humanitarian settings

    Education field

    Finance / Economics
    Logistics

    Education level

    College / University, Bachelor’s degree
    Personal qualities
    Managing resources to optimize results
    Managing performance and development
    Analyzing
    Handling insecure environments
    Empowering and building trust

    Language
    English
    We offer

    Duty station: Kakuma, Kenya
    Contract duration: 12 months 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 NRC Kenya.
    Handling insecure environments
    Empowering and building trust

    Language
    English
    We offer

    Duty station: Kakuma, Kenya
    Contract duration: 12 months 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 NRC Kenya.

  • Finance Coordinator

    Finance Coordinator

    Job description
    The purpose of the Finance Coordinator is to provides support in ensuring that NRC Kenya Mission consistently complies with all the legal regulations, financial requirements and humanitarian standards set by NRC and its donor partners, while ensuring that the Country Office has effective governance, risk management and control system are in place.
    Finance Coordinator reports to the Finance Manager
    CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY ON LINE BY GOING THROUGH www.nrc.no. EMAIL AND PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
    Job description

    Implement NRC’s systems and procedures at KCO level
    Ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines and donor requirements
    Prepare and submit reports and analysis
    Ensure proper filing of all support documents
    Support line managers in procedures and require support team trainings
    Management of support team
    Ensure that the accounting, monitoring and reporting are according to procedures
    Support project staff in financial matters
    Maintain budget control and monitor cash flow for the area
    Ensure development and implementation of administrative systems and procedures
    Assist the Finance Manager in maintaining overall Kenya Programme Financial Management – budget control and monitoring, cash flows and expenditures management, and financial accounting and reporting
    Conduct training in financial management and monitoring for the Finance Officers in the Area offices, Specialists, Budget holders/Coordinators and other relevant project personnel
    Oversee all financial requests made by the projects, and ensure that NRC’s external financial obligations are met
    Conduct regular field trips to Area Offices for monitoring purposes, compliance checks, conducting training or identifying need for training
    Risk Management -ensure financial risks in CO are well managed and be focal person for all compliance related matters
    Assist the Country Director in investigations, as and when needed
    Focal person for audits and ensure recommendations are implemented

    Qualifications

    Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPAK).
    Good knowledge of financial reporting systems in donor funded work
    At least 4 years’ experience with large donor funded projects- grants management & reporting
    Strict attention to policy and practice detail
    High integrity
    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
    Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
    Ability to function independently and as a work team leader/facilitator
    Excellent computer skills with hands on experience on computerized accounting systems; and Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
    Experience from working as a Finance Coordinator 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 leadership skills/profile
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal

    Education field
    Finance / Economics
    Education level
    College / University, Bachelor’s degree
    Personal qualities

    Managing resources to optimize results
    Managing performance and development
    Initiating action and change
    Handling insecure environments

    Language
    English
    We offer Duty station: Nairobi
    Contract period s for 12 months 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.
    Miscellaneous info
    Travel: Some travelling must be expected