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Meal Officer (Baringo/Bungoma,Wajir)

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitoring & Evaluation:

Lead in the development of tools and guidelines for data collection, collation and reporting, ensuring that the project has clear MEAL plans, Indicator Performance Tracking Table (IPTT) as well as regular tracking of total beneficiary reach.
Maintain a program database and ensure that the databases are up-to-date. S/he will contribute to program design by ensuring accurate and up to date MEAL plans, – reviewing log-frames, results frameworks, project plans per project site including supporting teams to include an element of quality monitoring
S/he will be responsible for ensuring that programme teams have the best project data collection and entry tools to maximise quality and effectiveness of data. Seek solutions for more complex data management requirements by working with IT colleagues.
S/he will be responsible to ensure that timely and accurate data are collected and analysed including analysis against the performance indicators and targets on periodic basis to inform the programme management.
Manage information generated through MEAL activities, such as feedback and response mechanism databases, Quality Action Tracker and Quality Benchmarks dashboards.g, implementation and follow-up of evaluations, including preparation of Terms of References, preparing literature review packs, planning evaluator itineraries, planning staff workshops, report review and participate in evaluations where required.
S/he will regularly update the mapping and dashboards of program locations, activities, available MEAL systems across the Watoto Rudi Shule Project.
Organize field visits to monitor program activities / interventions against Quality Benchmarks/Quality Checklists and produce & share reports with program team as well as management team based on quality and accountability findings.
Support program staff to strengthen joint planning and monitoring with stakeholders.
Lead in conducting data quality assessment to ensure that data reported is validated, is accurate and consistent while providing feedback as necessary to program teams.
To assist in planning and implementation of baseline surveys, monitoring and evaluation exercises and impact assessments when needed;
Support program teams in developing quality program reports
Produce and share MEAL monthly and cumulative yearly annual reports with the MEAL Coordinator and project lead as well as program teams.

Accountability and Learning:

Ensure that the agreed action plans are followed in timely manner by program team and that the feedback loop is closed.
S/he will support the implementing partners to ensure the appropriateness, quality and effectiveness of accountability systems across the Watotot Rudi Shule project in the two project sites.
Regularly collect data on and analyse the Feedback and Response Mechanism (FRM) accountability data ensuring complete feedback loop and quality improvement.
Share all MEAL related information and reports (monitoring reports, CFM databases, preliminary verification reports, case studies etc.) with the support of MEAL Coordinator.
Share MEAL best practices, FRM analyses in Monthly MEAL reports.
Conduct training and awareness raising activities for operations and programme technical staff at country-office level regarding MEAL priorities and quality standards.
Build capacity of staff through training to ensure adoption of new data monitoring tools and quality of data collected.
With support from the Head of MEAL and MEAL coordinator and/or other senior programme staff, assist in advocacy activities that target decision-makers in country.
Supported by SCI Research and Learning Manager champion knowledge management (KM) through the development and use of platforms that store and display evidence and learning that is made accessible and actively used between projects, counties and countries.
Working with project team and partners, systematically identify, document, share and use learning from project implementation in order to continuously adapt and improve our programming. This includes learning agendas, learning workshops and after action review, action planning and tracking of learning uptake.

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (Our Values in Practice)
Accountability:

Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values.
Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.

Ambition:

Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same.
Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others.
Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters.
Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength.
Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

Creativity:

Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions.
Willing to take disciplined risks.

Integrity:

Honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Social Sciences, Public Health, Development Studies, or Information Technology
Certification in Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential

A minimum of 3 years of similar work experience working in INGO’s and or UN Agencies in developmental or in humanitarian programmes
Experience of, and commitment to working through systems of community participation and accountability
Demonstrated strong monitoring and evaluation skills, including planning/participating in evaluations
Experience of training and capacity building at different levels for staff and partners institutional donors and experience of developing proposals
Ability to write clear and well-argued assessment and project reports
A high level of written and spoken English
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work in challenging environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working in multicultural, multi -location, values driven teams.
Strong analytical skills and technique
Proven knowledge and high degree of computer literacy including excellent word processing and spreadsheet/Excel skills.
Demonstrated experience with of statistical packages and/ or data analysis software (STATA and/or SPSS, Excel, ATLAS.ti) are a must.
Demonstrated experience in using IT applications to support MEAL and information management an added advantage.
Basic knowledge of the Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability.
Commitment to the aims and principles of Save the Children. In particular, a good understanding of the Save the Children mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this continues to underpin our support.

Desirable

Good communication skills in Kiswahili and English
Knowledge of the local languages in the assigned area will be an added advantage
Experience in working on private and international donor funded projects and government partners in the Education sector
Knowledge and experience in implementing of education programme is an added advantage.

Additional job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

Apply via :

kenya.savethechildren.net

October 28, 2024
Meal Coordinator

In summary, the MEAL Coordinator will be responsible for establishing and promoting the use of MEAL systems to ensure that the program:

is informed on the extent to which our interventions are affecting the lives of the targeted populations;
have evidence-based knowledge on the positive and negative impact that our interventions are having over the communities where SCI works;
receives regular, timely and context-specific, meaningful feedback from our staff, partners, programme participants and that feedback effectively informs and signals areas where strategic attention is required.

Consolidate in coordination with implementing partners for Watoto Rudi Shule Project and UNICEF; data reporting and make sure they are aligned with donor requirements.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Monitoring:

Take on responsibility for the implementation of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) system in SCI’s programmes: monitoring progress against targets through Logframes, Indicator Performance Tracking Tool (IPTT), Output Trackers, Quality Benchmarks and working alongside MEAL Officers, Project Leads and PDQ for monitoring MEAL action plans
Lead in the development of tools and guidelines for data collection, collation and reporting, for instance ensure that projects have clear MEAL plans, IPTT as well as regular tracking of total beneficiary reach.
Manage and build capacity of field level MEAL teams to conduct quality monitoring of programme activities, measured against international standards and using participatory, inclusive and gender-sensitive methodologies (including child-friendly methodologies).
Organize field visits to monitor program activities / interventions against Quality Benchmarks/Quality Checklists and produce & share reports with program team as well as management team based on quality and accountability findings.
Support program staff to strengthen joint planning and monitoring with stakeholders.
Contribute to the quality of program design – reviewing log-frames, results frameworks, project plan, strategic plans, MEAL Plan etc.
Lead the establishment of innovative data analysis to track a wide range of indicators
Lead the development of the MEAL dashboard to increase and strengthen the quality and availability of country and programmatic data.
Lead in conducting data quality assessment to ensure that data reported is validated, is accurate and consistent while providing feedback as necessary to program teams;
Analysis against the performance indicators and targets on periodic basis
Provide leadership during the country annual reporting processes for Total Reach with support from Head of MEAL.
To carry out follow-up monitoring visits to materialize actions agreed and update these in the online “Monitoring-Action Plan Tracker’.
Maintain close coordination with program manager at field level and Head of MEAL on Quality and Accountability issues. Share all information (monitoring reports, CFM database preliminary inquiry reports) with Head of MEAL.
Knowledge of the Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability.

Research and evaluation:

Update the online evaluations tracker on a regular basis and ensure that it is up to date with all the studies and evaluations that are implemented in the field office.
Provide a synthesis of all evaluations conducted and share recommendations with program teams.
Provide support for all needs assessments, formative, operational research, and evaluations.
Manage and supervise external consultants while they are in the field office for data collection.
Assist MEAL Manager/Program Manager in preparing and conducting baseline studies.
With support from communications, research and learning manager and programs teams develop quality case studies.

Accountability:

Build strong and functional accountability mechanisms and ensure that these are continuously monitored.
Promote use of innovative techniques to ensure child-participation during feedback collection
Promote every child’s opportunity to have opinions, to influence others, especially decision makers, and to achieve changes.
With support of project lead ensure that project information is correctly shared with beneficiaries through the most appropriate mechanisms.
Ensure beneficiaries actively participate in project activities.
Maintain and update a Feedback and Response Mechanism database for tracking feedback from communities and ensure that the feedback/complaints are responded to.
Build capacity of other program staff to undertake accountability including ensuring participation of communities and sharing information with communities as well as undertake accountability assessments
Ensure the Feedback and Response Mechanism (FRM) are functional and accessible to beneficiaries.
Develop regular trend analysis of complaints at the project and organizational level and share these with program team as per protocols.
Support in carrying out preliminary first verification report in case of serious nature of complaints filed by beneficiaries/communities and support for investigation of those types of complaints as per FRM protocol.
Ensure that the agreed action plans are followed in timely manner by program team and that the feedback loop is closed.
Share all information (monitoring reports, FRM databases, preliminary verification reports, case studies etc.) with the support of Head of MEAL.
Share MEAL findings & FRM issues in each monthly reporting
Ensure that all staff follow the FRM guidelines.

Learning and knowledge management

Conduct comprehensive analysis of evaluation and research findings ; provide summary of findings, learning and recommendations and share these with program staff.
Highlights effective programmes and policies that could be adapted and emulated by other stakeholders
Supported by the Research and Learning Manager and working with the learning and knowledge management officer, professionally document and proactively share information and learning from projects with Save the Children staff and stakeholders as necessary.
Support the Learning and Knowledge management officer to ensure that that staff are compliant in uploading data and reports into SharePoint and other relevant online repository systems and maintain such database.
Ensure the key learning’s are incorporated in upcoming project plans and interventions.

Reporting and Representation:

Ensures external accountability to donors through the implementation of timely and quality MEAL activities leading to timely and accurate reporting
Ensure that high quality analysis reports to illustrate SC’s impact and assessment findings are produced, including evidence of good practice and replicable programmes, and that they are communicated at appropriate events
Provide a holistic view of MEAL data to senior programme management and governance bodies through appropriate reporting, disaggregation, data analytics and visualisations.
Validates and distributes the final versions of the monitoring and evaluation reports, studies and analyses produced by the MEAL team.
Ensure that all the data related to MEAL action Plan tracker & CFM database are recorded and updated in a timely manner.
Coordinate closely with the all SC staff and MEAL Officers to ensure all responses and feedback are registered, the feedback loop is closed and the Quality Action Tracker is updated.
Carry out dual responsibility in case of big emergency as per organizational requirement
Any other tasks given by line manager.

Programme Design and MEAL Resource:

Ensure that MEAL is an integral part of the programme design stage and features in all proposal development, and during the project budgeting.
Responsible for effectively managing the MEAL budget within the project

Staff Management, Mentorship, and Development

Coordinate and provide leadership to the project MEAL team, forming a solid team identity within the project and organisation and creating cohesion between team members working in different geographic areas.
Manage the performance of direct reports through performance management, coaching, mentoring, and development.
Contract Duration: 12 Months (with possibility of extension)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Location: Nairobi

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential

Recommended a minimum of five years practical experience in M&E system coordination/implementation in a large international NGO or other international relief/development body; in a both emergency and development contexts, preferably with solid MEAL experience in more than one of the Save the Children priority sectors: education, child protection, rights governance, Health & Nutrition and emergencies.
Excellent knowledge of information technology systems and proficient in the use of ODK/Kobo data collection tools
Skilled in quantitative and qualitative data analysis using appropriate software i.e. Stata and/or SPSS and ATLAS.ti / NVivo
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Demonstrated expertise of capacity building and training of MEAL and non-MEAL teams
Proven experience in designing and developing MEAL training materials.
Knowledge and experience of using innovative and participatory facilitation techniques
Demonstrable track-record in data management, with the ability to manage large databases
Ability to analyse and disseminate complex information to a range of stakeholder audiences;
Demonstrated ability to use existing digital platforms for tracking and reporting such as the Digital Attendance Application
Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
Clear understanding of the project management lifecycle and MEAL Frameworks
Experience in mix-methods (Qualitative and Quantitative) data collection and data analysis techniques
Enthusiasm, motivation, self-confidence, and a proactive approach to problem solving
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
Open to a digital and innovative way of thinking
Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities;
Strong communication and interpersonal with experience working in multicultural, multi -location, values driven teams;
Commitment to Save the Children values

Desirable

Remote management/contingency planning
Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation of education programmes.
Previous experience working in hard to reach areas

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Biostatistics, Operational Research, Population Studies, Demography Education, Development Studies, or Information Technology is required
Master’s Degree in International Development, Statistics, Development Studies, Population Studies, Monitoring and Evaluation, Education or Information Technology is desirable

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential

Recommended a minimum of five years practical experience in M&E system coordination/implementation in a large international NGO or other international relief/development body; in a both emergency and development contexts, preferably with solid MEAL experience in more than one of the Save the Children priority sectors: education, child protection, rights governance, Health & Nutrition and emergencies.
Excellent knowledge of information technology systems and proficient in the use of ODK/Kobo data collection tools
Skilled in quantitative and qualitative data analysis using appropriate software i.e. Stata and/or SPSS and ATLAS.ti / NVivo
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Demonstrated expertise of capacity building and training of MEAL and non-MEAL teams
Proven experience in designing and developing MEAL training materials.
Knowledge and experience of using innovative and participatory facilitation techniques
Demonstrable track-record in data management, with the ability to manage large databases
Ability to analyse and disseminate complex information to a range of stakeholder audiences;
Demonstrated ability to use existing digital platforms for tracking and reporting such as the Digital Attendance Application
Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
Clear understanding of the project management lifecycle and MEAL Frameworks
Experience in mix-methods (Qualitative and Quantitative) data collection and data analysis techniques
Enthusiasm, motivation, self-confidence, and a proactive approach to problem solving
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
Open to a digital and innovative way of thinking
Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities;
Strong communication and interpersonal with experience working in multicultural, multi -location, values driven teams;
Commitment to Save the Children values

Desirable

Remote management/contingency planning
Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation of education programmes.
Previous experience working in hard to reach areas

Apply via :

kenya.savethechildren.net

October 28, 2024
Human Resources Officer

The Opportunity
Save the Children International Kenya Country, office has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Human Resource Officer. The role holder will focus on employee lifecycle to support the hiring processes and procedures. This position will reports to the head of HR, Admin and IT. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
Qualification and Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or a related field (essential)
Member of IHRM
A minimum of 3 years of work experience in Human Resources with 2-year experience in recruitment for an international non-profit/non-governmental organization.
Experience working in a fast-paced and multicultural office (preferred)
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Good judgment and extremely high attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, collaborative style and approach, and ability to work effectively across cultures
Experience of working under high pressure, fast-paced environments and able to deal with ambiguity and change in those contexts
Ability to plan and organize a substantial workload that includes complex, diverse tasks
Quality orientation and attention to detail
Fluency in English (essential)
A commitment to the mission, vision and values of Save the Children

The Organisation
Save the children international employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Apply via :

stcuk.taleo.net

October 28, 2024
Regional Award Management Officer

ROLE PURPOSE:
The Regional Award Management Officer provides support to the regional Award Management team in the planning, securing and managing of both development and humanitarian awards, through all stages of the Award Cycle (inception to close out). The position involves supporting award information management and compliance with SCI systems and processes. This is a highly collaborative role, working daily with stakeholders throughout Save the Children across the world, to facilitate a culture of strong operational and program quality.
As a key member of the East and Southern Africa Regional (ESARO) Operations team, the Award Officer will work closely with the Head of Regional Award Management and Strategic Portfolio to ensure that the members and the Country Offices in the ESARO have strong Award Management – planning, securing and managing their funding portfolios and sub-grants effectively – in line with the SCI Quality Framework and donor requirements.¬
The Officer supports and helps manage regional learning & capacity building initiatives; provides compelling data-based insights and analysis to senior leadership as needed; and provides support to users of the online global Award Management System. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the Officer will be expected to work flexibly outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly. The Officer may be called upon to deploy for a humanitarian response at short notice
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Award Management System (AMS)

Provide peer-leadership, face to face and live online training/orientation, and day-to-day coaching and guidance to COs as requested.
Monitor system use and maintain awareness of strengths, weaknesses and gaps in all Country Offices in the Region.
Contribute to the global work of the AMS Management Group– proposing, testing and de-bugging new global system developments, and communicating them clearly to users in East and Southern Africa Region.
Support in system roll outs and enhancements as needed (e.g., PPM Prime, RFT, Coding, Power BI

Award Management for SCI Directly Received Awards

Together with the Head of Award Management and in collaboration with the Regional Award Specialist, understand new requirements for Regional Office in account management of Save the Children’s Directly Received Awards.
Once standards are defined, Support Country Offices to understand and meet institutional donor requirements, and the core requirements of the SCI Quality Framework & Essential Standards, including partnership.
Support the Regional Director and ESARO Regional Office to undertake review of donor agreements and amendments review and coordinating approvals as required.

Management Reporting & Analysis

Produce monthly and quarterly Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports and relevant data reports to support trends analysis and risk identification to
the Operations team
Undertake research tasks (as directed, and on own initiative) to identify emerging or under-resourced risks and challenges in SCI award/grant management throughout ESARO.
Ensure donor budget lines in AMS are as needed for donor reporting requirements
Ensure documents upkeep on AMS
Support and assist the Head of Award Management in monitoring, implementation and evaluation of capacity building approaches to measure their effectiveness.
Write and provide regional updates and bulletins on Award Management issues.
Prepare Strategic Portfolio Analysis Report to inform New Business Development Initiatives and Management Decisions.

Humanitarian Response

Provide direct and/or remote support to emergency responses as required, including administrative work and effective management of humanitarian pooled funds and appeal funds, including sub-award agreements with specific COs/members.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)
Accountability:

holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.

Ambition:

sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same
widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

Creativity:

develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
willing to take disciplined risks.

Integrity:

honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity

QUALIFICATIONS

Undergraduate degree in International Development, Social Sciences, Law, Business Administration or Finance or a relevant field.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential:

A minimum 3 years of experience in award/finance or a similar functional area within an NGO.
Demonstrated interest in career in donor-funded project management with International NGOs, particularly those addressing human/children’s rights and those applying partnership approaches.
Exposure to developing proposals (narrative and financial), negotiating agreements and managing compliance of major institutional donors in the development sector (e.g., USAID, EC, ECHO, UNICEF, DFAT, etc.) including knowledge of grant documents & compliance issues.
Demonstrable experience in grant/contract management and financial management
Computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite and excellent documentation skills are a must.
Ability to establish and maintain conducive collegial relations and perform effectively as a member of a team.
Availability and willingness to work extra hours during times of humanitarian responses.
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Highly developed interpersonal and English communication skills including influencing and negotiation
Commitment to goals and values of Save the Children.
Excellent time management and planning capacity
Experience working with implementing partners and managing sub awards/grants.

Desirable:

Experience in financial accounting and accounting systems (i.e., Agresso).
Experience with Save the Children Award Management System (AMS).
Experience working in across departments and in business processes.

Apply via :

kenya.savethechildren.net

October 28, 2024
Nutrition Intern – MI Project Data Management Intern

The Opportunity
Save the Children International Kenya Country, Turkana office has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Nutrition Intern, MI Project. The role holder will be part of the Turkana health and Nutrition team and will contribute in spearheading save the children development work as well as support in scaling up lifesaving nutrition interventions for children and pregnant women in SC areas of operation. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
Qualification and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics, Nursing or public health from a recognised institution
Willingness to learn new skills and motivation to participate in the learning experience.
A high degree of self-motivation, positive attitude, drive and the ability to contribute to a multi-cultural, team-based work environment.
Strong networking capacity and excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask; work flexibly, creatively and under pressure in response to needs or changing demands.
Extremely well organized.
Highest ethical standards.

The Organisation
Save the children international employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

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Use the link(s) below to apply on company website. Application Information:Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at https://kenya.savethechildren.net/careers.We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

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October 28, 2024
System Administrator – Oracle Operations Coordinator Director of Global Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy

ROLE PURPOSE: As a member of the global IT team and reporting into the Global HRIS Team Lead, the post-holder will be one of a team of System Administrators who will develop deep understanding of end-to-end system functionality of a new global Oracle Human Capital Management (HCM) Cloud solution, including Taleo. The post holder will work as part of a team providing level 3 support to end users and HR super users around Oracle HCM Cloud and Taleo. He/she will also configure and validate system localizations for Save the Children Association within the applications, by gathering localisations.
Owner of the problem management process, ensuring reduction in recurring issue goals are achieved, the role holder will be the first point of contact for all technical queries relating to the systems interfacing with Oracle: ProSave (Procurement System), Agresso (Financial Management System), Data Ware House, LMS, PRIME and will be responsible for the initial diagnostic and triage to the appropriate business teams.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY :
Engage with stakeholders and partner with HR staff globally to assist them to use Oracle HCM Cloud and Taleo. and to provide BAU support to users
This is a global role working on delivering and supporting Oracle/Taleo business processes over 67 SCI countries and 8 members, potentially expanding in future to include other SCA members.
Be part of a team that provides implementation and support for global users in SCA.
As part of a support and development team, you will implement new system functionality as required, including business requirements, projects scope, functionality development and/or configuration, testing and implementation along with Business as usual support
Respond and resolve global employee queries relating to systems using JIRA within the appropriate SLA.
Escalate and manage tickes with vendors or IT for queries, fixes or improvements
Asses upcoming systems relaeases for bug fixes or new functionality and discuss with global stakeholders
Articulate and develop requirements and design specifications for implementing new change requests
Take ownership of tickets and follow up the status of problems on behalf of the customer and communicate progress in a timely manner;
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY :

Engage with stakeholders and partner with HR staff globally to assist them to use Oracle HCM Cloud and Taleo. and to provide BAU support to users
This is a global role working on delivering and supporting Oracle/Taleo business processes over 67 SCI countries and 8 members, potentially expanding in future to include other SCA members.
Be part of a team that provides implementation and support for global users in SCA.
As part of a support and development team, you will implement new system functionality as required, including business requirements, projects scope, functionality development and/or configuration, testing and implementation along with Business as usual support
Respond and resolve global employee queries relating to systems using JIRA within the appropriate SLA.
Escalate and manage tickes with vendors or IT for queries, fixes or improvements
Asses upcoming systems relaeases for bug fixes or new functionality and discuss with global stakeholders
Articulate and develop requirements and design specifications for implementing new change requests
Take ownership of tickets and follow up the status of problems on behalf of the customer and communicate progress in a timely manner;
Measured contribution towards the reduction of aged incidents and problems
Maintain SOP, team documentation and knowledge base articles up to date.
Demonstrate the process of continuous Service Improvements and contribute to it.
Practice all information security requirements.
Have a good understanding of Oracle and Taleo or Oracle Recruiting Cloud System Environment & Configuration management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Batchelor’s Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent by experience)

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Proficient in Oracle HCM Modules and concepts like Core HR, Absence Management, Oracle recruitment Cloud,Fast Formulas, HCM Extracts,HDL .
Good Knowlededge of Oracle Taleo end to end Implementation and Integration between Taleo.
Experience in SOAP and REST web services calls to Fusion and Taleo
Experience in building and maintaing integrations using Oracle Integration Cloud (ICS)
Good knowledge of creating Fusion BI reports and OTBI Reports
Experience in using secured views across all BI reports to extract data based on the logged in user roles.
Excellent experience using Oracle on Demand development tools such as SQL ,Complex Analytical Query writing skills ,Packages, Procedures, Functions and triggers.)
Flexible and versatile to adapt new modules.
Ability to learn new technologies and can implement.
Strong customer/client service skills and ability to communicate (written and verbal) with all levels of the organisation, both internal and external
Anticipate problems (and escalates when appropriate), demonstrates strong prioritization and organisation skills, is analytical, detailed, and takes actions to complete tasks accurately on time.
Ability to work independently without direct supervision
Ability to work in a geoghraphically dispered team

Additional job responsibilities:

Since the role involves support to end users across different time zones, it may be necessary from time to time to work outside normal office hours (this may be compensated by time off in lieu where appropriate.
Depending on the location of these roles, there may be a need to travel occasionally outside the usual job location in order to provide additional support or coaching to HR end users.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)
Accountability:

holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

Ambition:

sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same
widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

Creativity:

develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
Willing to take disciplined risks.

Integrity:

honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity

DEADLINE 24th March 2022

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October 28, 2024
Education Officer Digital Education Coordinator MEAL Coordinator (Turkana) Driver (Baringo) MEAL Officer (Maternity Cover) (Dadaab)

SCOPE OF ROLE:

To oversee the program implementation at community level within the certain area of assignment.
In collaboration with MEAL focal point, participate in baseline, midline and end-line data collection, school assessments, and other data collection that the project might undertake.
Collaborate with the community stakeholders including local government to conduct the program activities in line with project design and quality framework.
Support the MEAL team and the program coordinator to ensure the high quality program delivery through ensuring the MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) are articulate in the program implementation
Take the initiative in documenting lessons learnt, best practice and case studies to shape in-country strategies and programme approaches, and contribute to broader sector learning.
Provide child protection to OOSC who have been enrolled to school. These services include psychosocial support, rescue and alternative family care for enrolled children in need of care & protection liaising with the county directorate of children services.
Build capacity of stakeholders to achieve and sustain results of the OOSC education project in the county.
Represent SCI in relevant stakeholder forums such as meetings with community leaders, keeping line manager informed of discussion points, issues arising and agreements made.
Proactively engage communities and local stakeholders to support the projects; conduct regular awareness raising of the project/s, activities and intended outcomes.
Work with Community leaders, school head-teachers and Ministry of Education representatives for effective implementations of project/s in assigned field locations of responsibility.
Prepare timely activity reports.
Coordination community mobilization and training activities.Liase with Child Poverty TS in livelihoods and implement livelihood components of the project.

Qualifications.
Essential:

Degree in Education or equivalent.
3 years of professional experience in implementing education programming at the field level with NGOs or other relevant actors. Child protection programming is an added advantage.
Experience working in remote areas.
Experience in the design, implementation and reporting.
Ability to analyse information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Fluency in written and spoken and English
Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches

Reports Direct: Education Manager
Staff reporting to this post: None
Budget Responsibilities: none.
Role Dimensions: Liaison with stakeholder internally with Save the Children and externally-such as Baringo county government.
THE ORGANIZATION
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated

Deadline: 16 Mar 2022 – 23:59 EAT

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October 28, 2024
Health and Nutrition Officer Research Assistants Operations Coordinator Nutrition Officer

ROLE PURPOSE
Nutrition Officer will be responsible for day-to-day implementation of the health components in the Global Malnutrition Initiative Project (MI). MI Project’s main objective is to generate evidence that will inform development of policy and practice regarding the integration of management of acute malnutrition into iCCM. It is a 3 years where CHVs are trained to screen, diagnose and treat moderate acute malnutrition (MAM) and severe acute malnutrition (SAM) and control arm where CHVs are only screening and referring MAM/SAM cases to the nearby health facility for treatment by healthcare professionals. Nutrition officer will play a critical role in promoting delivery of quality life-saving interventions in collaboration with health and nutrition teams within Save the Children and with key stakeholders. In close liaison with MEAL, support in collection, processing and verification of reports/forms and maintains programme/projects databases.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Programme
Together MOH counterpart, contribute to project performance by;

Providing technical assistance to MoH towards implementation of integrated community case management and community management of acute malnutrition.
System strengthening through monitoring of IMAM surge and Family MUAC approaches in Loima health facilities.
Enhance quality service delivery for ICCM+SAM&MAM through mentorship or on job trainings to CHAs and CHVs.
Through advocacy, contribute to continued and sustained treatment of severe and moderate malnutrition at the county by MOH.
Work with MOH to strengthen Community Health Service delivery and the community – facility linkage.
Timely submission of field activity reports to supervisor for onward submission.

Monitoring and Evaluation.

Project key performance indicators are within SCI standards
Delivery of project activities in line with SCI quality bench marks
At all times, ensure up to date project database for CMAM+ICCM, F-MUAC
Provide various analysis for nutrition outcomes for CMAM+ICCM and F-MUAC for learning and decision making.
Document the process of implementation, lessons learnt, case studies and good practice to ensure information is widely disseminated.
With the support of MEAL team ensure project performance is tracked and quality standards adhered to.
Collect and manage complaints and feedbacks in close coordination with MEAL team.
Participate in the design, development and implementation of an M&E framework for health related activities.

Supervision

Support regular review meetings with the Sub County Health Management Team and community health assistants.

Network and coordinate with the relevant sectors and agencies implementing health activities at national and community level.

Identify areas of synergy in the field with the Ministry of Health and other implementing agencies working with communities.
Promote good work relationship with MOH and other partners
Identify nutrition opportunities for the project

Implement Community Mobilization Activities.

Liaise and establish strong links with existing community structures including community units, health committees, village elders and religious leaders and administration.

Strengthen Community – Health Facility Referral system and Linkage.

Work with Ministry of Health to strengthen a referral system at community level and implement activities to strengthen the community –facility linkage.

Contract Duration: 10 Months
Number of Vacancies: 1
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential

Bachelor’s degree health sciences / health systems (Nutrition, Nursing, Public health) or equivalent.
At least three years’ work experience in health programming including monitoring and evaluation.
Experience in community mobilisation within the development context. Experience working with the Kenya Community Health Strategy is an added advantage.
Good understanding and experience working with MOH and county health departments, health stakeholders, opinion leaders and integration of donor funded programmes into county plans.
Experience in training and capacity building.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide array of organizations.
Experience of and commitment to utilizing participatory approaches.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and a willingness to be respectful, kind, sensitive and empathise with children.
Good knowledge of the nutrition and health field.
Good presentation and persuasion skills.
Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with difficult and frustrating working conditions.
Prepared to live and work in an uncertain security environment.
Ability and willingness to frequently travel and stay at the field
Strong research and data analysis skills
Strong report writing and computer skills
Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.

Deadline: 24 March 2022

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October 28, 2024
Project Officer – FSL

Qualification and Experience

Bachelor degree in Social Science, Agriculture, Economic development, community development, rural development, or other discipline relevant to the job.
At least 3-year relevant project management experience in an international NGO or similar organization.
Good technical knowledge of policy and practice in the field of livelihoods, crop and livestock production as well as other cross cutting issues
An understanding of child rights and their protection and fulfilment in the development context.
Experience in implementing cash transfer programs (unconditional cash transfers, voucher and cash for work) and livelihoods programs in the context of pastoralist areas;
Knowledge of participatory rural appraisal;
Good communication, presentation, training and report writing skills.
Ability to take a proactive approach in community capacity building, either directly or through facilitation of suitable support and experience in leading a team in fieldwork with communities.
Willing to work in isolated rural areas with basic living conditions, and work in difficult field conditions.
Knowledge of local language.
Commitment to Save the Children’s Child Protection Policy.
Computer literate in word processing and excel packages.
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind-sets.
Experience solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy-in.
Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy.

The Organisation
Save the children international employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at https://kenya.savethechildren.net/careers.We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best-qualified talent.Disclaimer: Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process, nor request for medical examination or records and does not act through recruitment agents whatsoever.

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October 28, 2024
EHU Meal Manager

The post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.
ROLE PURPOSE:
The MEAL Manager position will be activated from the roster and deployed to support EHU responses. They will be responsible for ensuring monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning mechanisms are in place, both integrating with the wider health and nutrition response where appropriate, and ensuring EHU-specific systems are in place. This includes accurate and comprehensive: collection of health data, entry into the EHUs health information system, data analysis and reporting, S/he will liaise with the response MEAL lead to ensure appropriate accountability mechanisms are in place and feedback received is being discussed and changes implemented as appropriate. S/he will support learning by assisting as required with a mid-deployment review and end of deployment close-out meeting.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly. The post holder will be roving to multiple locations where the needs are high.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Liaise with response EHU MEAL advisor to ensure EHU MEAL activities are aligned, appropriate, and comprehensive
Ensure data collection tools (registers, forms etc) are correctly utilised, kept and updated within project areas including health facilities and communities
Collect, clean, and enter data in a timely and accuate manner or superives HIS officer to do so
Analyse data, make necessary visual presentations and give feedback to each service delivery point
Assist with the preparation and presentation of data for internal and donor reports in a timely manner
Prepares and submits required epidemiological report to health cluster and/or MoH in a timely manner
Ensure data is desegregated by sex and flag any gender disparities to enhance gender sensitive programming
Ensure data is desegregated by age and flag any disparities to improve child-friendly programming
Identify training needs on data management for facility staff and deliver trainings accordingly
Ensure two accountability mechanisms are in place and feedback is reviewed and integrated on a regular basis
Ensure feedback for EHU is provided to response MEAL team so it is fed into the wider response accountability report
Conducts client exits interviews for children and adults receiving health services; compile and shares results with team to identify areas for improvement
Ensure patient charter, including child-friendly version is visible at all EHu service delivery points
Perform any other duty assigned by the line manager

BEHAVIOURS:
Accountability:

holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.

Ambition:

sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same
widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

Creativity:

develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
willing to take disciplined risks.

Integrity:

honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Health Records and Information, Health Information Systems, Health Statistics, Information Management, Public Health, or equivalent

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential:

Previous experience working in humanitarian settings
Previous experience working in MEAL sector
Experience using DHIS 2 Health Information System
Ability to organize and plan information systems
Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, and accountability methodologies
Knowledge of conducting surveys, assessments and data quality audits
Experience with MS Excel
Ability to work in a team
Willingness to live and work in hardship areas
Commitment to abide by the Save the Children Child Safeguarding Policy
Fluent in English

Desirable:

Fluent in French and/or Spanish
Previous experience working with NGO

Additional job responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

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kenya.savethechildren.net

October 28, 2024