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  • Emergency Response Manager

    Emergency Response Manager

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    What we are looking for:
    The Emergency Response Manager (ERM) will oversee the overall Kenya country emergency response programme in relation to displacement-related, climate-induced/natural and other emergencies. The ERM will lead the coordination, quality response, project management, and reporting of activities under NRC’s emergency programmes. The ERM will support and provide technical supervision of emergency response through partnerships and mainstreamed within current programmes    in deteriorating drought-affected areas in Kenya. The ERM will be responsible for programme design, lessons sharing, assessment, coordination, leadership and overseeing emergency responses, with and through in-country local actors   in collaboration with partner organisation programme leads, Area Programme Managers, Head of Programmes, Regional Office technical teams and relevant programme and support departments, including safety and security. The ERM will lead NRC’s positioning and representation, spearhead   cash and market-based emergency responses, provide   NRC’s technical expertise, facilitate harmonisation of approaches and methodologies across programmes with partners.
    What you will do:
    Key objectives for this role include:

    Adherence to NRC policies, guidance, and procedures.
    Ensuring adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, procedures and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)/guidelines where necessary.
    Overall oversight, strategic development, and operational management of emergency preparedness, mitigation, and response interventions across the Country Office.
    Ensuring that emergency responses are delivered in collaboration with and through local and national organisations;
    Regular monitoring of programmes implemented with local actors.

    Specific Responsibilities:
    Programme Development: 

    Collate and share regular and up to date data on based on a context analysis, needs assessments, early warning signs, risk monitoring, trigger indicators, and minimum preparedness actions to inform assessment and response design as well as implementation plan.

    Emergency Preparedness Planning

    Responsible for an up to date EPP, reviewing of minimum preparedness actions on a regular basis in consultation with the Head of Programmes, Area Programme Managers, and relevant core competency staff as well as the partners.

    Programme Management: 

    Overall responsibility for effective and efficient coordination of the emergency preparedness and response projects consistent with the project management cycle (including reporting to the desired quality and standard);
    Ensure appropriate Financial and Logistical NRC systems/ procedures are adhered to within the Emergency Response programming.

    Logistics, Finance, and Human Resource Management:
    Coordination and Representation: 

    Liaise and coordinate with UN and I/NGO partners, local authorities, local partners and beneficiaries in planning and response to emergencies, preparedness, and contextual understanding of areas of operations.

    What you will bring
    Generic professional competencies: 

    Degree in International relations, Political or Social Sciences, or any other relevant field
    At least 4 years of relevant experience in programme development, management, and fundraising in the humanitarian sector
    Knowledge and skills in cash-based programming and market analysis
    Emergency Response expertise
    Good understanding of donor rules and regulations  
    Proven skills and experience in report and proposal development and working with multiple donors
    Fluency in English, both written and spoken
    Proficient in MS Office applications, specifically Word and Excel

    Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience: 

    Experience working with/ in consortium start-ups and/or management. 
    Experience working in Emergency responses.
    Experience in needs assessment, project monitoring and evaluation, and programme development.
    Strong planning, organizational and interpersonal skills.
    Excellent analytical, presentation and reporting skills.
    Ability to work independently on own initiative.
    Ability to use Logical Framework Approach as a tool in project/program design and follow-up.
    Knowledge of rules and regulations of key donors and partners is an asset, mainly NMFA, SIDA, EU (ECHO), and the UN Donors.
    Past experience on working with local partners & localization is an asset.

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  • Finance Manager Kenya Regional HR Intern EA & Yemen

    Finance Manager Kenya Regional HR Intern EA & Yemen

    Females are highly encouraged to Apply.
    What we are looking for

    The purpose of the Finance Manager is to be responsible that the financial set-up is according to NRC standards and to support programme/project partnerships & localization.

    What you will do:
    Key objectives for this role include:

    auditor requirements.
    Implement NRC’s financial systems, routines and procedures.
    Maintain overall budget control and monitor cash flows.
    Management of financial team.
    Training of line managers and staff with financial responsibilities.

    Specific Responsibilities:

    Build a wider team of finance staff and partners through regular support and capacity strengthening/building.
    Provide analysis of the financial position for the Country Director & Country Management Group as required.
    Ensure anti-corruption training and risk-mapping is undertaken regularly for staff & partners.
    Part of the Country Management Group.
    Provide Support to partner organizations & Financial advice Support.

    What you will bring
    Generic professional competencies:

    Minimum 3 years of experience from working as a senior Financial Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context.
    Bachelor’s degree and CPA qualification.
    Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
    Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile.
    Solid knowledge of computer software and modern accounting systems.
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal.

    Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience:

    Knowledge of the refugee context in Kenya.
    Experience of leadership in Country Management Group or equivalent.
    Sound knowledge of compliance and anti-corruption including investigation procedures.

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  • Regional Gender Adviser

    Regional Gender Adviser

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    In this role, you will strengthen NRC’s efforts in gender mainstreaming and build the foundations of gender responsive programming. You will be pivotal in providing technical expertise and guidance on gender-sensitive programming, ensuring the integration of gender perspectives across projects in EAY Regional Office and advancing the organization’s commitment to gender equality.
    You will navigate the complex gender dynamics, ensure that interventions are sensitive to the specific needs of women and girls, and contribute to long-lasting positive change. This role aims to create the foundations for gender-responsive programming, empowering local actors, and fostering a more inclusive and equitable future for the region.

    What you will do:
    Assessing the needs  

    Conduct a comprehensive Gender Audit, in one area office in nine countries (Ethiopia Kenya, Uganda, Mozambique, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, and Yemen), to determine the extent to which gender is mainstreamed into programmatic activities, and whether the programming is targeted at achieving gender responsive outcomes (existing tools within NRC may be used including the Safe and Inclusive Programming (SIP) checklists); make recommendations to the CMG for implementation.  
    Conduct Gender Analysis for four NRC Country Offices in the region (in person or remotely) and provide recommendation on how the findings could inform the Country Strategy.  

    Capacity building 

    Develop and/or adapt training material for in person and online trainings, in line with the existing SIP training material on gender. Capacity building plan shall be developed, with clear learning objectives for each training session. The material developed by the consultancy will be used to enhance already existing NRC resources. 
    Conduct training for all Country Management Groups (CMG) in the region, and the Regional Management Group (RMG) in the region on the gender equality spectrum and how to move towards achieving gender responsive programming;  
    Conduct training for all HoPs, Grants Managers, MnE and Regional Programme Support Unit on assessing gender mainstreaming and responsiveness in proposals and completing Gender Marker assessment tools;   
    Train all country-based technical Specialists and Regional Programme Team on mainstreaming gender, with a focus on gender analyses during project design and as a part of ongoing project cycle management;  

    Contribute to Country Offices Strategy and Proposal development

    Review CO’s strategies and provide recommendation on gender mainstreaming to be embedded in the 2024 strategy and Plans of Action. This may include participation of the consultant to Strategic Exercises (online). 
    Support the integration of gender in CC programme designs , ensuring that gender is mainstreamed across. 
    Provide add-hoc support to the Country Offices across EAY Region
    Contribute to Proposal development for Major Grants in Country Offices

    Review/ Development of tools and guidance 

    Development of a catalogue of good practice of gender mainstreaming in Country Offices, with a view to provide practical recommendations for tweaking of programmes to integrate gender perspectives  
    Development and/or contributing to test newly developed tool(s) and guidance to conduct Gender Analysis 
    Development and/or contributing to test newly developed tool(s) and guidance to incorporate gender into proposals, in line with the SIP relevant guidance on gender. 
    Development and/or review of newly developed tools for integration and monitoring of gender inclusion in NRC Programs 
    Development of a methodology guidance, on how the results of gender analysis could inform the strategy development process at Country office level 

    Revision of SOPs and Key Guidance documents 

    Review all relevant M&E tools and SOPs utilised in EAY RO and make recommendations on mainstreaming gender including for PDM and After-Action Review tools. 
    Provide recommendation and guidance on meaningful targeting and proportionate to the population needs. Data from GORS will be utilised for this purpose and in consultation with MnE departments (RO and/or COs), the main challenges will be identified and addressed at the recommendations/guidance document. 
    Review regional CFM and accountability mechanisms and make recommendations on mainstreaming gender.  
    Review HR procedures and SOPs relevant to recruitment, duty of care, and safeguarding, to identify barriers to recruitment of female candidates and make recommendations on how to adapt HR processes to remove these barriers, in consultation with HR regional team and diversity equity and (DEI) team in Head Office. 
    Review NRC’s PCM guide and provide recommendations on how best gender can be integrated in the different PCM stages  

    Institutionalization

    Work with Regional CC program Advisers to institutionalize gender programming in the region and produce institutionalization guidance for CCs and thematics. Guidance will be incorporated into already SIP resources. 
    Development of a gender strategy document for EAY Region and an action plan, which will be incorporated into the SIP Action Plan for the region. 

    What you will bring

    Experience in design and delivery of gender programming in humanitarian action 
    Excellent understanding of safe and inclusive programming / protection mainstreaming principles 
    Excellent understanding of humanitarian protection policy, standards and coordination, including protection from violence 
    Ability to think strategically and constructively and to apply gender technical skills in developing policy frameworks and guidelines to support institutionalization of gender sensitive programming.
    Experience in developing and delivering high quality protection-related training and tools to support practical implementation of protection standards 
    Experience moderating webinars or other online discussions 
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
    Fluency in English required, competency in one additional local language is an advantage 

    We prefer that you

    Are passionate about Gender mainstreaming and have been exposed to undertaking Gender analysis
    Have senior experience demonstrating years of professional, operational experience in a humanitarian settings 
    Have worked on consultancy terms and can deliver quality outcomes within expected deadlines

    Apply via :

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  • Finance Adviser Sudan (Internal Only)

    Finance Adviser Sudan (Internal Only)

    Your specific responsibilities 

    Work with managers on the development of budget proposals.
    Established, in collaboration with the Finance Manager or Financial Controller, reports to donors
    Maintain budgetary control, prepare budget Vs Actual reports and conduct meetings
    Allocation of shared costs – Salaries, rent, vehicle rent etc.
    Provides financial support and training in area offices
    Assist in preparation and update Master Budget 
    Prepare financial analysis to management on costs – Master Budget Coverage etc.
    Ensure the archiving of documents from the finance department, both electronic and physical

    What you will bring: 

    Experience from working as a Finance Coordinator or Advisor in a humanitarian/recovery context or a similar role
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Advance MS Excel Skills 
    Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and verbal

    What we expect you to have:

    University degree in finance and/or business management
    Strong financial and analytical skills
    Experience in preparing budgets and budget monitoring reports
    Sound knowledge of accounting principle and standards 
    Experience with ECHO, SIDA, NMFA, UNHCR, EU and other donors budgeting and reporting
    Experience from large/complex or multi-applicant projects with stringent donor rules is very advantageous
    Understanding and experience using Agresso/Unit4 or other ERPs/accounting software is an advantage
    Experience with start-up, exit or similar

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  • Regional Head of Monitoring and Evaluation

    Regional Head of Monitoring and Evaluation

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    The Regional Head of M&E is responsible for leading and developing the strategic direction of M&E within the region, supporting evidence, research and learning and positioning the function as a central role in business and programme development. You will lead a regional M&E Unit who will provide strategic advice, support and capacity building to country offices in the implementation of the Global M&E framework, policy, guidelines and technical developments in the region. You will work collaboratively with the regional senior management team to embed M&E as a key component of programme design and delivery through strategic analysis of evidence and learning.

    Generic Responsibilities

    Policy, strategy and programme development
    Team leadership
    Technical development, support and capacity building
    Regional M&E Technical Support and Guidance

    Specific Responsibilities

    Promote a culture of learning in the region and establish systems to make sure learning is captured at the regional level and fed into new programmes 
    Promote innovation and thought-leadership on new solutions NRC can pilot to improve data collection, quality, analysis and use of data. 

    Your stakeholders

    Global M&E – and the global M&E framework, system, policies, guidelines and tools
    Regional Programme Team – Core Competency advisers, thematic and programme advisers/SRAs)
    Country level CDs, Heads of Programmes and Area Managers
    Country Office M&E staff
    Regional Office Management Team

    What you will bring

    Seven to ten years of work experience at a senior level in monitoring and evaluation for a humanitarian organization.
    Strategic and conceptual thinking; having led large processes, experience of fundraising, developing strategies, developing and implementing significant organizational processes
    Advanced degree in economics, research methods, social sciences or a related field 
    Significant experience of evaluation or research methods – qualitative and quantitative data analysis and tools
    Experience of working in complex and volatile contexts and ability and willingness to regularly travel to support Country Offices
    Experience of managing and leading a team
    Ability to process vast amounts of information, develop robust, practical plans and methodologically roll out systems and processes 
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal   
    Experience of strategic planning, including strategic approaches to the use of data, evidence and learning to programme development

    Apply via :

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  • Health Safety and Security Coordinator

    Health Safety and Security Coordinator

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    The HSSC is responsible for assisting the line management of the Kenya Country Programme in ensuring the safety and security of staff and support programme partners.

    RESPONSIBILITIES
    Generic responsibilities 
    HSS Analysis

    Develop and update HSS plans including SOPs and Contingency Plans.
    Develop HSS trend analysis and regularly update the Kenya HSS profile.
    Timely HSS  information analysis  and sharing with staff, partners and CD.

    HSS Management & Advisory

    Ensure that all NRC staff and visitors are fully cognizant of prevailing security threats and fully advised on means to reduce their vulnerability to those threats.
    Monitor the security preparedness of staff and enforce staff compliance with SOPs.
    Ensure compliance with HSS standards and develop action plans for security upgrade
    Conduct security assessments of new facilities and installations to ensure HSS compliance. 
    Conduct security briefing for new international staff and visitors arriving in Kenya. 
    Determine training needs and conduct HSS training to NRC staff and partner staff.
    Support/ advice local partners on security and compliance matters.

     Reporting

    Provide timely updates of all situational and security developments including working with Risk and Compliance in investigation of security incidents to the Country Director. 
    Submit all reports including weekly , monthly and quarterly reports to the Country Director and the Regional HSS team.
    Attend security coordination meetings and create an information network in the Kenya and identify key informants.
    Build strong professional relationships with other INGOs, local authorities, partners and all relevant stakeholders
    Maintain a security network and ensure external representation.

    Specific responsibilities 

    Provide advisory support to the Country Director on regular basis including analysis and planning.
    Support on post-incident analysis and follow up recommendations.
    Compile and submit the weekly security report for the Kenya Country Programme.
    Support in the development of the Kenya Country Programme strategy and supporting documentation as required.
    Support the Regional HSS unit for specific regional tasks as required, in consultation with the Country Director.
    Support Partner agencies with security advice and drafting of HSS compliance documentation/ SOPs when required.
    Ensure local partners are compliant with staff health, safety and security risks based on their assessments.
    Travel to the various sites to gather on the ground information and assessment.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Minimum 3 years of experience working as a senior Security safety and Health professional in a humanitarian context.
    Extensive experience in security management and procedures.
    Ability to train, mobilize, and manage both international and national staff.
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
    Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office.
    Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of local language and/or regional    experience highly desirable
    Context related skills, knowledge, and experience: 
    Knowledge of the security environment in Kenya and neighboring countries
    An understanding of the political context in Kenya
    Fluent Kiswahili and other languages in Kenya an advantage
    Understanding of core competencies of NRC
    Experience working with partners is an added advantage.

    Apply via :

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  • Regional Gender Adviser

    Regional Gender Adviser

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    In this role, you will strengthen NRC’s efforts in gender mainstreaming and build the foundations of gender responsive programming. You will be pivotal in providing technical expertise and guidance on gender-sensitive programming, ensuring the integration of gender perspectives across projects in EAY Regional Office and advancing the organization’s commitment to gender equality.
    You will navigate the complex gender dynamics, ensure that interventions are sensitive to the specific needs of women and girls, and contribute to long-lasting positive change. This role aims to create the foundations for gender-responsive programming, empowering local actors, and fostering a more inclusive and equitable future for the region.

    What you will do:

    Assessing the needs  

    Conduct a comprehensive Gender Audit, in one area office in nine countries (Ethiopia Kenya, Uganda, Mozambique, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, and Yemen), to determine the extent to which gender is mainstreamed into programmatic activities, and whether the programming is targeted at achieving gender responsive outcomes (existing tools within NRC may be used including the Safe and Inclusive Programming (SIP) checklists); make recommendations to the CMG for implementation.  
    Conduct Gender Analysis for four NRC Country Offices in the region (in person or remotely) and provide recommendation on how the findings could inform the Country Strategy.  

    Capacity building 

    Develop and/or adapt training material for in person and online trainings, in line with the existing SIP training material on gender. Capacity building plan shall be developed, with clear learning objectives for each training session. The material developed by the consultancy will be used to enhance already existing NRC resources. 
    Conduct training for all Country Management Groups (CMG) in the region, and the Regional Management Group (RMG) in the region on the gender equality spectrum and how to move towards achieving gender responsive programming;  
    Conduct training for all HoPs, Grants Managers, MnE and Regional Programme Support Unit on assessing gender mainstreaming and responsiveness in proposals and completing Gender Marker assessment tools;   
    Train all country-based technical Specialists and Regional Programme Team on mainstreaming gender, with a focus on gender analyses during project design and as a part of ongoing project cycle management;  

    Contribute to Country Offices Strategy and Proposal development

    Review CO’s strategies and provide recommendation on gender mainstreaming to be embedded in the 2024 strategy and Plans of Action. This may include participation of the consultant to Strategic Exercises (online). 
    Support the integration of gender in CC programme designs , ensuring that gender is mainstreamed across. 
    Provide add-hoc support to the Country Offices across EAY Region
    Contribute to Proposal development for Major Grants in Country Offices

    Review/ Development of tools and guidance 

    Development of a catalogue of good practice of gender mainstreaming in Country Offices, with a view to provide practical recommendations for tweaking of programmes to integrate gender perspectives  
    Development and/or contributing to test newly developed tool(s) and guidance to conduct Gender Analysis 
    Development and/or contributing to test newly developed tool(s) and guidance to incorporate gender into proposals, in line with the SIP relevant guidance on gender. 
    Development and/or review of newly developed tools for integration and monitoring of gender inclusion in NRC Programs 
    Development of a methodology guidance, on how the results of gender analysis could inform the strategy development process at Country office level 

    Revision of SOPs and Key Guidance documents 

    Review all relevant M&E tools and SOPs utilised in EAY RO and make recommendations on mainstreaming gender including for PDM and After-Action Review tools. 
    Provide recommendation and guidance on meaningful targeting and proportionate to the population needs. Data from GORS will be utilised for this purpose and in consultation with MnE departments (RO and/or COs), the main challenges will be identified and addressed at the recommendations/guidance document. 
    Review regional CFM and accountability mechanisms and make recommendations on mainstreaming gender.  
    Review HR procedures and SOPs relevant to recruitment, duty of care, and safeguarding, to identify barriers to recruitment of female candidates and make recommendations on how to adapt HR processes to remove these barriers, in consultation with HR regional team and diversity equity and (DEI) team in Head Office. 
    Review NRC’s PCM guide and provide recommendations on how best gender can be integrated in the different PCM stages  

    Institutionalization

    Work with Regional CC program Advisers to institutionalize gender programming in the region and produce institutionalization guidance for CCs and thematics. Guidance will be incorporated into already SIP resources. 
    Development of a gender strategy document for EAY Region and an action plan, which will be incorporated into the SIP Action Plan for the region. 

    What you will bring

    Experience in design and delivery of gender programming in humanitarian action 
    Excellent understanding of safe and inclusive programming / protection mainstreaming principles 
    Excellent understanding of humanitarian protection policy, standards and coordination, including protection from violence 
    Ability to think strategically and constructively and to apply gender technical skills in developing policy frameworks and guidelines to support institutionalization of gender sensitive programming.
    Experience in developing and delivering high quality protection-related training and tools to support practical implementation of protection standards 
    Experience moderating webinars or other online discussions 
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
    Fluency in English required, competency in one additional local language is an advantage 

    We prefer that you

    Are passionate about Gender mainstreaming and have been exposed to undertaking Gender analysis
    Have senior experience demonstrating years of professional, operational experience in a humanitarian settings 
    Have worked on consultancy terms and can deliver quality outcomes within expected deadlines

    Apply via :

    ekum.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com

  • Finance Adviser Sudan (Internal Only)

    Finance Adviser Sudan (Internal Only)

    Your specific responsibilities 

    Work with managers on the development of budget proposals.
    Established, in collaboration with the Finance Manager or Financial Controller, reports to donors
    Maintain budgetary control, prepare budget Vs Actual reports and conduct meetings
    Allocation of shared costs – Salaries, rent, vehicle rent etc.
    Provides financial support and training in area offices
    Assist in preparation and update Master Budget 
    Prepare financial analysis to management on costs – Master Budget Coverage etc.
    Ensure the archiving of documents from the finance department, both electronic and physical

    What you will bring: 

    Experience from working as a Finance Coordinator or Advisor in a humanitarian/recovery context or a similar role
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Advance MS Excel Skills 
    Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and verbal

    What we expect you to have:

    University degree in finance and/or business management
    Strong financial and analytical skills
    Experience in preparing budgets and budget monitoring reports
    Sound knowledge of accounting principle and standards 
    Experience with ECHO, SIDA, NMFA, UNHCR, EU and other donors budgeting and reporting
    Experience from large/complex or multi-applicant projects with stringent donor rules is very advantageous
    Understanding and experience using Agresso/Unit4 or other ERPs/accounting software is an advantage
    Experience with start-up, exit or similar

    Apply via :

    ekum.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com

  • Regional Head of Monitoring and Evaluation

    Regional Head of Monitoring and Evaluation

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    The Regional Head of M&E is responsible for leading and developing the strategic direction of M&E within the region, supporting evidence, research and learning and positioning the function as a central role in business and programme development. You will lead a regional M&E Unit who will provide strategic advice, support and capacity building to country offices in the implementation of the Global M&E framework, policy, guidelines and technical developments in the region. You will work collaboratively with the regional senior management team to embed M&E as a key component of programme design and delivery through strategic analysis of evidence and learning.

    Generic Responsibilities

    Policy, strategy and programme development
    Team leadership
    Technical development, support and capacity building
    Regional M&E Technical Support and Guidance

    Specific Responsibilities

    Promote a culture of learning in the region and establish systems to make sure learning is captured at the regional level and fed into new programmes 
    Promote innovation and thought-leadership on new solutions NRC can pilot to improve data collection, quality, analysis and use of data. 

    Your stakeholders

    Global M&E – and the global M&E framework, system, policies, guidelines and tools
    Regional Programme Team – Core Competency advisers, thematic and programme advisers/SRAs)
    Country level CDs, Heads of Programmes and Area Managers
    Country Office M&E staff
    Regional Office Management Team

    What you will bring

    Seven to ten years of work experience at a senior level in monitoring and evaluation for a humanitarian organization.
    Strategic and conceptual thinking; having led large processes, experience of fundraising, developing strategies, developing and implementing significant organizational processes
    Advanced degree in economics, research methods, social sciences or a related field 
    Significant experience of evaluation or research methods – qualitative and quantitative data analysis and tools
    Experience of working in complex and volatile contexts and ability and willingness to regularly travel to support Country Offices
    Experience of managing and leading a team
    Ability to process vast amounts of information, develop robust, practical plans and methodologically roll out systems and processes 
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal   
    Experience of strategic planning, including strategic approaches to the use of data, evidence and learning to programme development

    Apply via :

    ekum.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com

  • Health Safety and Security Coordinator

    Health Safety and Security Coordinator

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    The HSSC is responsible for assisting the line management of the Kenya Country Programme in ensuring the safety and security of staff and support programme partners.

    RESPONSIBILITIES
    Generic responsibilities 

    HSS Analysis

    Develop and update HSS plans including SOPs and Contingency Plans.
    Develop HSS trend analysis and regularly update the Kenya HSS profile.
    Timely HSS  information analysis  and sharing with staff, partners and CD.

    HSS Management & Advisory

    Ensure that all NRC staff and visitors are fully cognizant of prevailing security threats and fully advised on means to reduce their vulnerability to those threats.
    Monitor the security preparedness of staff and enforce staff compliance with SOPs.
    Ensure compliance with HSS standards and develop action plans for security upgrade
    Conduct security assessments of new facilities and installations to ensure HSS compliance. 
    Conduct security briefing for new international staff and visitors arriving in Kenya. 
    Determine training needs and conduct HSS training to NRC staff and partner staff.
    Support/ advice local partners on security and compliance matters.

     Reporting

    Provide timely updates of all situational and security developments including working with Risk and Compliance in investigation of security incidents to the Country Director. 
    Submit all reports including weekly , monthly and quarterly reports to the Country Director and the Regional HSS team.
    Attend security coordination meetings and create an information network in the Kenya and identify key informants.
    Build strong professional relationships with other INGOs, local authorities, partners and all relevant stakeholders
    Maintain a security network and ensure external representation.

    Specific responsibilities 

    Provide advisory support to the Country Director on regular basis including analysis and planning.
    Support on post-incident analysis and follow up recommendations.
    Compile and submit the weekly security report for the Kenya Country Programme.
    Support in the development of the Kenya Country Programme strategy and supporting documentation as required.
    Support the Regional HSS unit for specific regional tasks as required, in consultation with the Country Director.
    Support Partner agencies with security advice and drafting of HSS compliance documentation/ SOPs when required.
    Ensure local partners are compliant with staff health, safety and security risks based on their assessments.
    Travel to the various sites to gather on the ground information and assessment.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Minimum 3 years of experience working as a senior Security safety and Health professional in a humanitarian context.
    Extensive experience in security management and procedures.
    Ability to train, mobilize, and manage both international and national staff.
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
    Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office.
    Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of local language and/or regional    experience highly desirable
    Context related skills, knowledge, and experience: 
    Knowledge of the security environment in Kenya and neighboring countries
    An understanding of the political context in Kenya
    Fluent Kiswahili and other languages in Kenya an advantage
    Understanding of core competencies of NRC
    Experience working with partners is an added advantage.

    Apply via :

    ekum.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com