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  • Group Security Manager

    Group Security Manager

    THE OPPORTUNITY
    This newly created greenfield position will play a lead role in driving a comprehensive program of change and awareness to promote physical and personal security aligned to The Foundation’s strategy and developed in collaboration with key partners and like-minded organisations. Ensuring COVID-19 practises are in place, this opportunity will involve extensive travel to most of our country offices including Africa, Asia, Australasia and Middle East where you will have the opportunity to make a great tangible impact for the welfare of our teams and partners, as well as develop longstanding relationships globally!
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
    As the Group Security Manager, your first year will entail the following:
    Strategic Safety and Security Planning 70%

    Support countries to develop or review context risk ratings, standard operating procedures and contingency plans
    Support country teams to develop country security plans in alignment with global strategies and policies
    Visit country / sub-country offices to conduct security risk assessments and help The Foundation’s country teams and implementing partners to put in place adequate preventive measures
    Develop and disseminate security guidelines, policies and procedures, and monitor implementation for compliance

    Capacity-building and knowledge-management 30%

    Coach country and global teams to enhance an appropriate safety and security culture at The Foundation
    Identify security capacity needs and develop contextualised training and development plans
    Facilitate delivery of specialised security training to global, country and partner teams

    ABOUT YOU
    You are a natural leader! You have a global lense on all initiatives and are culturally tuned with each interaction. You have lived experience implementing safety and security measures within fragile or complex environments. You thrive in working independently and take pride in providing technical expertise to all stakeholders at all levels. You understand the importance of implementing security measures within an INGO context. You may already have established relationships or connections with similar implementing partners/organisations within the 25 countries in which we operate.
    WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

    More than 7 years of experience in safety and security, preferably (not essential) in an INGO setting
    Experience implementing Core Security Requirements
    Evidence of membership / participation in safety and security networks at global, regional or country level
    Proven experience in safety and security themed capacity-building including Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT)
    Experience in the facilitation delivery of specialised security training to global, country and partner teams
    Willingness to travel extensively (occasionally at short notice, in difficult circumstances to countries with limited infrastructure)

    You may submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on the apply here button.Applications Close: 13 Sep 2021The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children and community partners in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

    Apply via :

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  • Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator

    Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator

    Purpose of the role:
    The Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator is accountable for supporting country teams across The Foundation to engage to a high standard, in The Foundation’s monitoring, evaluation, reporting, learning and data quality assurance processes and building a culture of continuous quality improvement across the hub’s programs.This position will have a primary portfolio of countries, but work may expand to other countries and global initiatives as required. The coordinator will support country teams to engage effectively with, processes outlined in the MERL framework, and data quality assurance activities. The position will continuously build M&E capacity across countries to ensure the MERL framework is applied and utilised to inform quality improvement.
    Qualifications:
    Degree in related field (Health, development, etc.)
    Essential Experience:

    Demonstrated experience designing and using project/program monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
    Experience designing, commissioning and/or conducting project or program evaluation
    Experience in project or program delivery, preferably in an international development context.
    Experience in or understanding of use of data in the health sector
    Experience working across cultures

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  • People Partner – Africa, UK & ME (761)

    People Partner – Africa, UK & ME (761)

    THE OPPORTUNITY
    The People Partner of Africa, Middle East & UK is accountable for providing a high standard of strategic and operational advice and support for people managers and employees across Africa, Middle East & UK. This country network currently includes Ethiopia, Kenya, Eritrea, Rwanda, Pakistan, Dubai and United Kingdom although this will flex with the needs of the organisation.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Engagement – Actively engaging with people managers and employees and openly communicating in all areas of employment related policies, processes, compliance and issue management by monitoring and managing employee related industry and legislative compliance and providing direction and support as required to effectively manage risk and ensure satisfactory resolution of people-related issues
    HR Generalist BAU – Collaboratively designing and delivering on action plans with each client group that are aligned with the overall People & Organisational Development (POD) strategy and work plans including the provision of support for the full employee lifecycle including workforce planning, recruitment, learning and development, remuneration and benefits, health and safety, employee engagement, succession planning and information management. 
    Compliance & Policies – Partnering collaboratively with Cluster Leads, Country Managers, Head of Development – UK & Europe and the Director of Global Programs Implementation to develop and implement people policies and practices appropriate to the local context (having regard to local labour laws, cultural norms, program needs) whilst maintaining global consistency across The Foundation.
    Projects – Leading POD projects as required. To do this you will be supported by a central People & Development team who will establish global policy and be able to support with some subject matter expertise in areas such as talent and capability.

    ABOUT YOU
    You are a seasoned HR leader! Your best work is produced under the utmost pressure complimented by your attention to detail with reference to compliance and policy related activities. Your reputation for consulting and delivering ensures your key stakeholders are made to feel they are in the right hands. You take true pride in your organisational and time management skills. Finally, you are a people person at heart! Surviving 2020 you understand the complexities your peers have had to face and are compassionate to ensure they continue to work in a strong cultural environment. Through this your ability to flex and adapt in the face of constant changing priorities are all maintained through your confident presence and lighted with your sense of humour.
    WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

    Significant experience in business partnering and leading and delivering HR initiatives in organisations with diverse requirements, preferably in complex, global organisations with matrix reporting requirements.
    Collaborating with diverse and complex senior stakeholders, developing relationships and providing advice, with a track record of delivering results.
    Understanding and implementing employment law across numerous jurisdictions in Africa, Middle East & UK.
    People Management/ leadership experience
    Previous experience in a regional role

    SOMETHING EXTRA TO GET OUR ATTENTION

    Awareness of trends, issues, and how organisations operate in the international development and international non-government organisation sectors (including in the global, regional and local contexts)
    Previous experience working in a HR capacity within an NGO
    Understanding of SAP SuccessFactors

    How we recognise your contribution
    Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, then we have a number of programs in place to support you.
    These include:

    Doing meaningful work that will help shape the lives of those living in communities
    Flexible work environment – we focus on output not hours
    Generous Leave allowances, including time of for cultural significant/ceremonial leave
    Ongoing commitment to your continuous learning and career development

    Applications should be made via our website: https://www.hollows.org/au/careers/current-vacancies and should include your resume and cover letter addressing all areas expressed in the ‘experience, skills & attributes’ section of the Role Purpose as well as details of your current and expected salary.Alternatively, if you would like further information please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist team via email at employment@hollows.org. Applications sent to this email shall be automatically disqualified.Closing Date: Sunday 13th of June 2021 AESTThe Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

    Apply via :

    employment@hollows.org

    career10.successfactors.com

  • Procurement & Logistics Manager

    Procurement & Logistics Manager

    About the Position
    The Procurement & Logistics Manager will be responsible and accountable for the delivery of all procurement and logistics related activities in accordance with the organization’s procurement and logistics policies and procedures. He/ She will lead operational country-assessments, including supply chain management, purchasing, facilities, and fleet management. Serving as the procurement specialist and responsible for developing and standardizing operations processes and systems in accordance with country office guidance and directives.
    Specific responsibilities include (not limited to)

    Liaise with Program staff to ensure any requirements for procurement support are identified approved and procured in a timely, well-documented and cost-efficient manner. Implement an annual planning process to streamline repetitive procurement of goods to increase competitive tendering and internal processes.
    Establish and update supplier database for both medical and non-medical materials, as necessary arrange for preferred supplier agreements for types of supplies as well as services that will be demanded on a regular basis.
    Responsible for all logistics, procurement, and distribution of medical and non-medical supplies for the needs of the programs and operations of FHF Kenya.
    Provide professional advice in relation to drugs and medical supplies.
    Keep abreast and ensure FHF Kenya team is updated of changes in regulatory policy changes as related to pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.
    Ensure transport needs are met on time and efficiently managed with sound transport need scheduling so that operational and programmatic activities run smoothly.
    Participate in budget preparation and monitoring of budgetary allocation of procurement items to ensure compliance.
    Proactively identify and manage risk in own area ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, industry codes, FHF policies and procedures including timely completion of compliance training where required.
    Organize Procurement trainings for both program and operations staff on a regular basis.

    About You! To be successful in this role, we are seeking someone with the following experience and skills.

    Demonstrate practical experience in procurement and logistics management including pharmaceutical supplies within the field of supply chain management and medical distribution support within a public health context.
    Master’s degree in Procurement, Supplies or Logistics.
    Have at least 7 years of relevant experience in non-governmental sector at managerial or coordination level.
    Proven record of experience in the management of strategic procurement and logistics at a management level.
    Excellent knowledge of the local regulatory environment, including knowledge of customs clearance and importing processes.
    Experience in pharmaceutical and general supply chain management.

    Something extra to get our attention!

    Basic knowledge of ophthalmic equipment
    Ability to understand budgets and clearly delineate high value and volume procurement

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  • Grants Coordinator

    Grants Coordinator

    Job Description/Requirements
    Help us end avoidable blindness
    Do you want to do work that really matters?
    International Development Organization
    Position based in Nairobi or Addis Ababa
    About the Position
    The Grants Coordinator is accountable for supporting the grants management and administration, donor engagement, and successful delivery of all the institutional donor-funded grants and projects predominantly in the Foundations work in Africa, in line with The Foundation’s strategic framework.
    Specific responsibilities include:

    Support the maintenance and management of systems and processes relating to the grants, partnerships and sub-grant agreements (including tracking sheets and filing systems)
    Coordinate the inception phase of new grants – including contract review, compliance checklists, reporting templates and schedules, and inception workshops.
    Work with the country programs in realignments and grants modification processes; supporting grants close out, as needed.
    Provide ongoing grants management support for assigned grants, through coordination with country teams, to ensure all donor reports and deliverables are submitted in accordance and compliance with the contract.
    Support the completion and submission of donor narrative and financial reports.
    Ensure all contractual and project implementation documentation for assigned grants is updated and maintained throughout the life of the project.
    Contribute to the ongoing monitoring and strengthening of compliance with donor requirements, in line with the broader grants management work plan.
    Contribute to the wider Grant Management team and Development Effectiveness team meetings and work plans.

    About You.

    Bachelor’s degree in international development, Public Health or related field.
    Three to five years previous experience working with an international non-governmental organization in programs development, grants management, and/or project management; preferably in Africa.
    Project and grant management experience with major institutional donors such as DFAT, DFID, USAID, EU etc.
    Considerable experience in grant writing for international development.
    Experience in supporting the maintenance and management of systems and processes relating to the grants, partnerships and sub-grant agreements (including tracking sheets and filing systems).
    Coordinating the inception phase of new grants – including contract review, compliance checklists, reporting templates and schedules, and inception workshops.
    Working with the country programs in realignments and grants modification processes; supporting grants closeout, as needed.
    Ability to support in capacity building for country programs’ teams on donor compliance, report writing, project and budget monitoring, record keeping, and grants management.

    Something extra to get our attention!

    Experience in grant writing for international development
    Direct experience of managing a USAID managed contract
    Knowledge of eye health programming, in particular Trachoma programming
    Fluency in written and spoken English, as well as the ability to travel domestically and internationally, will also be essential.

    To be eligible to apply for this position you must have the appropriate right to work in Ethiopia or Kenya

    Applications should be made via our website: https://www.hollows.org/au/careers/current-vacancies and should include your resume and cover letter addressing all areas expressed in the ‘experience, skills & attributes’ section of the Role Purpose as well as details of your current and expected salary.Alternatively, if you would like further information please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist team via email at employment@hollows.org Applications sent to this address will not be considered.Closing Date: Friday 1st February 2021The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child-safe environment.

    Apply via :

    employment@hollows.org

    career10.successfactors.com

  • Project Officer

    Project Officer

    Help us end avoidable blindness in Kenya
    Do you want to do work that really matters?
    International Development Organization
    2 positions based at The Fred Hollows Foundation Kenya, Nairobi office
    We are currently seeking Project Officers to support our work in Kenya.  As the Project Officer, you will be accountable for the coordination and implementation of various approved Project activities, working with partners in Kenya to support agreed project objectives.
    About You.
    To be successful in this role, we are seeking someone with previous experience in program planning and implementation.  Your experience working for development, government or community-based organisation will be looked at favourably.  In addition, you can demonstrate your ability to cultivate key relationships – developing strategies and resources to influence, persuade and build the confidence of partners, program staff and other stakeholders.  A demonstrated interest in public health is highly desirable.
    Specific experience and skills include:

    Bachelor’s degree in international development, Public Health, Social Sciences, International Development or related field.
    Minimum of 3 years working experience with reputable NGO’s
    Experience in community-based health programming and Organisations
    Knowledge of project design, project management, budget development and monitoring
    Considerable experience in leading the delivery of donor-funded programs and working with donor organizations and development partners.
    Good networking skills, with experience in a busy health development organization.
    Financial Management skills especially development & management of budgets and budget reports.
    Fluency in written and spoken English, as well as the ability to travel domestically including travel to remote locations will also be essential.

    Apply via :

    career10.successfactors.com

  • Grants Coordinator

    Grants Coordinator

    Job Description/Requirements

    Help us end avoidable blindness

    Do you want to do work that really matters?

    International Development Organization

    Position based in Nairobi or Addis Ababa

    About the Position

    The Grants Coordinator is accountable for supporting the grants management and administration, donor engagement, and successful delivery of all the institutional donor-funded grants and projects predominantly in the Foundations work in Africa, in line with The Foundation’s strategic framework.

    Specific responsibilities include:

    Support the maintenance and management of systems and processes relating to the grants, partnerships and sub-grant agreements (including tracking sheets and filing systems)
    Coordinate the inception phase of new grants – including contract review, compliance checklists, reporting templates and schedules, and inception workshops.
    Work with the country programs in realignments and grants modification processes; supporting grants close out, as needed.
    Provide ongoing grants management support for assigned grants, through coordination with country teams, to ensure all donor reports and deliverables are submitted in accordance and compliance with the contract.
    Support the completion and submission of donor narrative and financial reports.
    Ensure all contractual and project implementation documentation for assigned grants is updated and maintained throughout the life of the project.
    Contribute to the ongoing monitoring and strengthening of compliance with donor requirements, in line with the broader grants management work plan.
    Contribute to the wider Grant Management team and Development Effectiveness team meetings and work plans.

    About You.

    Bachelor’s degree in international development, Public Health or related field.
    Three to five years previous experience working with an international non-governmental organization in programs development, grants management, and/or project management; preferably in Africa.
    Project and grant management experience with major institutional donors such as DFAT, DFID, USAID, EU etc.
    Considerable experience in grant writing for international development.
    Experience in supporting the maintenance and management of systems and processes relating to the grants, partnerships and sub-grant agreements (including tracking sheets and filing systems).
    Coordinating the inception phase of new grants – including contract review, compliance checklists, reporting templates and schedules, and inception workshops.
    Working with the country programs in realignments and grants modification processes; supporting grants closeout, as needed.
    Ability to support in capacity building for country programs’ teams on donor compliance, report writing, project and budget monitoring, record keeping, and grants management.

    Something extra to get our attention!

    Experience in grant writing for international development
    Direct experience of managing a USAID managed contract
    Knowledge of eye health programming, in particular Trachoma programming
    Fluency in written and spoken English, as well as the ability to travel domestically and internationally, will also be essential.

    To be eligible to apply for this position you must have the appropriate right to work in Ethiopia or Kenya

    Applications should be made via our website: https://www.hollows.org/au/careers/current-vacancies and should include your resume and cover letter addressing all areas expressed in the ‘experience, skills & attributes’ section of the Role Purpose as well as details of your current and expected salary.Alternatively, if you would like further information please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist team via email at employment@hollows.org Applications sent to this address will not be considered.Closing Date: Friday 1st February 2021The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child-safe environment.

    Apply via :

    employment@hollows.org

    career10.successfactors.com

  • Project Officer

    Project Officer

    Help us end avoidable blindness in Kenya

    Do you want to do work that really matters?

    International Development Organization

    2 positions based at The Fred Hollows Foundation Kenya, Nairobi office

    We are currently seeking Project Officers to support our work in Kenya.  As the Project Officer, you will be accountable for the coordination and implementation of various approved Project activities, working with partners in Kenya to support agreed project objectives.

    About You.

    To be successful in this role, we are seeking someone with previous experience in program planning and implementation.  Your experience working for development, government or community-based organisation will be looked at favourably.  In addition, you can demonstrate your ability to cultivate key relationships – developing strategies and resources to influence, persuade and build the confidence of partners, program staff and other stakeholders.  A demonstrated interest in public health is highly desirable.

    Specific experience and skills include:

    Bachelor’s degree in international development, Public Health, Social Sciences, International Development or related field.
    Minimum of 3 years working experience with reputable NGO’s
    Experience in community-based health programming and Organisations
    Knowledge of project design, project management, budget development and monitoring
    Considerable experience in leading the delivery of donor-funded programs and working with donor organizations and development partners.
    Good networking skills, with experience in a busy health development organization.
    Financial Management skills especially development & management of budgets and budget reports.
    Fluency in written and spoken English, as well as the ability to travel domestically including travel to remote locations will also be essential.

    Apply via :

    career10.successfactors.com

  • Group Manager – Security

    Group Manager – Security

    THE OPPORTUNITY

    This newly created greenfield position will play a lead role in driving a comprehensive program of change and awareness to promote physical and personal security aligned to The Foundation’s strategy and developed in collaboration with key partners and like-minded organisations. Ensuring COVID-19 practises are in place, this opportunity will involve extensive travel to most of our country offices including Africa, Asia, Australasia and Middle East where you will have the opportunity to make a great tangible impact for the welfare of our teams and partners, as well as develop longstanding relationships globally!

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    As the Group Security Manager, your first year will entail the following:

    Strategic Safety and Security Planning 70%

    Support countries to develop or review context risk ratings, standard operating procedures and contingency plans
    Support country teams to develop country security plans in alignment with global strategies and policies
    Visit country / sub-country offices to conduct security risk assessments and help The Foundation’s country teams and implementing partners to put in place adequate preventive measures
    Develop and disseminate security guidelines, policies and procedures, and monitor implementation for compliance

    Capacity-building and knowledge-management 30%

    Coach country and global teams to enhance an appropriate safety and security culture at The Foundation
    Identify security capacity needs and develop contextualised training and development plans
    Facilitate delivery of specialised security training to global, country and partner teams

    ABOUT YOU

    You are a natural leader! You have a global lense on all initiatives and are culturally tuned with each interaction. You have lived experience implementing safety and security measures within fragile or complex environments. You thrive in working independently and take pride in providing technical expertise to all stakeholders at all levels. You understand the importance of implementing security measures within an INGO context. You may already have established relationships or connections with similar implementing partners/organisations within the 25 countries in which we operate.

    WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

    More than 7 years of experience in safety and security, preferably (not essential) in an INGO setting
    Experience implementing Core Security Requirements
    Evidence of membership / participation in safety and security networks at global, regional or country level
    Proven experience in safety and security themed capacity-building including Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT)
    Experience in the facilitation delivery of specialised security training to global, country and partner teams
    Willingness to travel extensively (occasionally at short notice, in difficult circumstances to countries with limited infrastructure)

    Apply via :

    career10.successfactors.com

  • Group Security Manager Procurement & Logistics Manager Finance Assistant

    Group Security Manager Procurement & Logistics Manager Finance Assistant

    THE OPPORTUNITY

    This newly created greenfield position will play a lead role in driving a comprehensive program of change and awareness to promote physical and personal security aligned to The Foundation’s strategy and developed in collaboration with key partners and like-minded organisations. Ensuring COVID-19 practises are in place, this opportunity will involve extensive travel to most of our country offices including Africa, Asia, Australasia and Middle East where you will have the opportunity to make a great tangible impact for the welfare of our teams and partners, as well as develop longstanding relationships globally!

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    As the Group Security Manager, your first year will entail the following:

    Strategic Safety and Security Planning 70%

    Support countries to develop or review context risk ratings, standard operating procedures and contingency plans
    Support country teams to develop country security plans in alignment with global strategies and policies
    Visit country / sub-country offices to conduct security risk assessments and help The Foundation’s country teams and implementing partners to put in place adequate preventive measures
    Develop and disseminate security guidelines, policies and procedures, and monitor implementation for compliance

    Capacity-building and knowledge-management 30%

    Coach country and global teams to enhance an appropriate safety and security culture at The Foundation
    Identify security capacity needs and develop contextualised training and development plans
    Facilitate delivery of specialised security training to global, country and partner teams

    ABOUT YOU

    You are a natural leader! You have a global lense on all initiatives and are culturally tuned with each interaction. You have lived experience implementing safety and security measures within fragile or complex environments. You thrive in working independently and take pride in providing technical expertise to all stakeholders at all levels. You understand the importance of implementing security measures within an INGO context. You may already have established relationships or connections with similar implementing partners/organisations within the 25 countries in which we operate.

    WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

    More than 7 years of experience in safety and security, preferably (not essential) in an INGO setting
    Experience implementing Core Security Requirements
    Evidence of membership / participation in safety and security networks at global, regional or country level
    Proven experience in safety and security themed capacity-building including Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT)
    Experience in the facilitation delivery of specialised security training to global, country and partner teams
    Willingness to travel extensively (occasionally at short notice, in difficult circumstances to countries with limited infrastructure

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