Company Address: Address Save the Children U.S. Headquarters 501 Kings Hwy E – Suite 400, Fairfield, CT 06825 1.203.221.4000

Cash & Voucher Assistance Capacity Building Manager

Role Purpose:
Save the Children works in more than 120 countries. We save children’s lives. We fight for their rights. We help them achieve their potential.
Save the Children’s origins lie in emergency response, and this has remained central to our work ever since. Save the Children UK has a long tradition of commitment to building the skills and capability of humanitarians worldwide in order that humanitarian responses are well staffed and fulfil the needs required, especially at national and regional level.
As part of the wider Humanitarian department, the Humanitarian Capacity Building team focuses on building the capacity of humanitarians through a wide range of innovative professional development programmes. The team manage and implement a range of initiatives intended to build global surge capacity, develop talent at all levels, and provide professional training opportunities for national staff. The team consists of staff based both in the UK and Kenya, with small teams in Jordan and Bangladesh.
Save the Children seeks to build its capacity to implement quality Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) throughout the movement to support its ability to respond rapidly to disasters but also to use CVA as a modality to deliver its recovery and long-term programming, alone or in combination with other interventions.
The main purpose of this role is to co-lead with the designated Cash Advisor CVA and market-based programming capacity building component of the HCBG work plan as well as support Technical Advisors (Cash and sectors) in designing and implementing CVA capacity building programmes across the movement through implementation of the CVA capacity building plan (contributing to the overall movement’s Cash Strategy)
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential Technical Skills

Proven knowledge of different learning pathways, and applications of competency frameworks
Experience in developing detailed plans for training / skills development, including identification of detailed cost structures and required support structures
Field level experience of working with NGOs and/or UN
Technically experienced in Cash & Voucher Assistance (CVA), through either policy or practice
Experience in developing new capacity building programmes, including overseeing writing of content
A good understanding of monitoring and evaluating approaches and methodologies
Knowledge and direct experience of people development approaches and excellent facilitation and training skills
Strong report writing skills and research experience related to the use of cash based programming.
Field experience in a humanitarian programme and broad understanding of humanitarian issues, international relations and the international humanitarian system
Relevant CaLP trainer qualification

Personal Skills

Problem solving, negotiation and contracting skills
Ability to communicate ideas clearly and influence at a senior level
Coaching/mentoring skills
Opportunistic – able to spot the potential to build capacity in an emergency context
Advocacy and networking skills
Ability to travel internationally, occasionally at short notice and to remote and insecure locations
Commitment to SC’s mission, values and approach
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required.
Commitment to Save the Children International values.

This role is offered based on national terms and conditions only for East and Southern Africa Nations only.
Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy
Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.

October 26, 2024
BI Developer Technical Architect – Financial Management System

Job Details
We are currently recruiting for a Business Intelligence Developer to join our IT Hub in Nairobi.
You will be joining an organization that is currently mid-way through an ambitious transformation to ensure that our IT is fit for the future and delivers the intelligence the business needs.
We are revamping or replacing all of our key systems and applications, from best in-class IT systems (Oracle HRIS, SAP Ariba) to in-house NGO-specific systems for Awards and Program management, as well as introducing a state-of-the-art, cloud-based integration platform.
The environment in which we operate also offers unique challenges from a technical point of view:will our solutions operate effectively worldwide, even in a refugee camp? Are we designing the systems to protect our beneficiaries’ personal data with the utmost care? Are we designing a cost effective solution, bearing in mind that each dollar has been donated to us and we are accountable for how we spend the donations? Are we making sure that the precious data we collect from the field becomes a source of understanding and better decisions?
We are looking for candidates who have:

Experience of working with SQL Server databases, including creating & modifying T-SQL scripts, stored procedures, functions, triggers, writing ad-hoc queries and dynamic SQL
Experience of working closely with non-technical staff, demonstrating an ability to translate and negotiate non-technical requirements into a detailed technical specification
Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a proven ability to explain complex technical ideas and problems clearly to non-experts
Experience of delivering solutions internationally
Keen to learn new technologies, especially in BI

It is desirable if you have:

Experience of working with Microsoft’s BI technology stack SSIS, SSRS and/or SSAS (tabular and multidimensional models)
Experience working with BI presentation tools (e.g. Excel, Power Pivot, Power View and Power BI)
Experience working with BI reporting in SharePoint
Experience of working within an agile project delivery environment and with offshore project team members
Experience working with JIRA

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthdayAll 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 workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

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October 26, 2024
Child Protection Information Management System Assistant Supply Chain Officer Child Protection/BID Officer Pediatric Counselor

Role Purpose:
The CPIMS Assistant will provide statistical analysis and other information to support management decision making within Child Protection and Education Programmes in Dadaab refugee camps and the host community in Dadaab and Fafi. The role holder will ensure an up to date and quality data on both programme performance and quality delivery while maintaining high professional standards of all our Child Protection and Education Programmes.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

To ensure data collection tools submitted for data entry are properly filled and support teachers in institutions supported by SC to address issues on the enrolment and attendance tools as they arise before being signed off by the Education Officers.
In liaison with MEAL and Education Coordinator ensure and maintain the Education Management Information System (EMIS) is up to date with all education project design indicators are updated.
Conduct data quality spot checks in the field to ensure data collected is accurate, reliable, complete, precise, and timely and are of high integrity.
To ensure that forms collected are well completed, conducting spot checks and supporting case workers in the camp offices to address issues on the forms as they arise, ahead of verification/signing by CPO.
To accurately enter data captured in the CPIMS forms into the IA CPIMS database, and provide data and information in response to requests from internal and external parties on a timely manner.
To develop and maintain appropriate hard and soft filing for all open and closed cases and ensure the database is backed-up on a weekly basis.
Support the CP team by generating a list of cases due for follow up on a weekly basis, and monitor this against the number of cases followed up on a monthly basis.
To provide statistics, information and reports to show progress and trends, and in liaison with the MEAL Coordinator and the Information Management officer present a monthly analysis to Child protection staff based at the camp.
To conduct regular data quality checks to ensure information collected as part of documentation and monitoring is accurate, reliable, complete, precise, timely and has high integrity.
Provide feedback to the CPO’s on the case management process in the camp and build the capacity of case workers to complete forms accurately through one-to-one and group mentoring and review sessions
To maintain confidentiality, privacy in the management of case files and observe data protection and confidentiality protocols while handling both the paper based and electronic data at all stages of data management. This includes and is not limited to the informed consent or use of data and privacy, but to all information sharing in the CPIMS.
To handle and respond to programmatic data request from Child Protection project team aptly on case management.
Actively seek complaints and provide feedback through engagement with the Community workers and beneficiaries at camp level – including through informal and focus group discussions and exit interviews
Maintain an updated complaints and feedback database at camp level, including tracking progress on actions from the complaints received and actions identified to mitigate the identified issues.
Participate in assessments, surveys and evaluations to gather, analyse and produce reports on data to demonstrate programme impact
Identify and highlight cases suitable for documentation of significant change and impact demonstration related to Save the Children’s programmes in Dadaab and host communities
Develop simple and effective methods to share information/data in an appropriate way (eg. internet, e-mail groups, phone, hard copies, verbal feedback at coordination meetings, etc.)
To carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities within the overall function of MEAL as and when requested by the MEAL Coordinator.
To be proactive in developing actions that will improve the activities they engage in while in the camps

Contract: Duration: 4 Months
Nationality: Kenyan.
Location: Dadaab.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential

Bachelor’s degree in Information Management / social sciences or its equivalent or Diploma in Information Management with a minimum of three (3) years’ work experience in child protection and education sector and especially in the Somali Context.
Knowledge of child protection and education in emergencies, education sector trends, child rights and protection issues
Strong self-starter, able to take initiative and adapt to changing circumstances and priorities
Positive attitude towards community work with emphasis on the ability to learn from communities and support participatory, innovative approaches to problem solving
Excellent communication skills and a willingness to be respectful, kind, sensitive and empathise with all children and their carers
Fluent in written and spoken English, Kiswahili and the local language in the camps and the host community
Good report writing skills
Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with difficult and frustrating working conditions
Commitment to Save the Children’s Child Protection Policy.

Desirable

Previous experience in working with IA CPIMS and EMIS in a refugee setup is an added advantage.
Good understanding of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning concepts in programme context.
Understanding of the dynamics of the refugees is essential
Experience of working with refugee and host communities in a Somali context and other agencies that support Child Protection and education.

Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role. To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy.
Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best-qualified talent.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
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 26, 2024
Head of Software Development

Does the challenge of leading a team of around 17 in-house and 3rd party developers to help deliver a multi-year transformation program that is going to reshape IT within Save the Children in order to accomplish our ambitious objectives interest you?
We are revamping or replacing all of our key systems and applications, from best in-class IT systems (Oracle HRIS, SAP Ariba) to in-house NGO-specific systems for Awards and Program management, as well as introducing a state-of-the-art, cloud-based integration platform.
The environment in which we operate also offers unique challenges from a technical point of view: will our solutions operate effectively worldwide, even in a refugee camp? Are we designing the systems to protect our beneficiaries’ personal data with the utmost care? Are we designing a cost effective solution, bearing in mind that each dollar has been donated to us and we are accountable for how we spend the donations? Are we making sure that the precious data we collect from the field becomes a source of understanding and better decisions?
We are looking for Head of Software Development who can bring strong leadership skills and the ability to build, motivate and inspire a team of in-house and 3rd party developers.
You will also be/bring:

Familiar with a broad mix of technologies including a strong focus on: HTML5, CSS, React or AngularJS, MS SQL, MS Sharepoint and C# (EF6/MVC)
Experience/knowledge of configuration management / change management and the tools to support collaborative and efficient code development
A solid understanding of development and QA processe
An understanding of software design patterns and OO principles
A clear understanding of web services, SOA, APIs and microservices
An understanding of application lifecycle management, the value of TDD and continuous integration
Experience in designing, developing and supporting PaaS applications on Azure

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

The Organisation
Save the Children in a federated Membership based organization employing approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in 117 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 rights 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 workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

October 26, 2024
Regional Child Protection in Emergencies Technical Advisor

Regional Child Protection in Emergencies (CP) Technical Advisor with a focus on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)
In order to be successful you will bring/have:
Essential

You have a relevant academic background in child psychology (clinical or educational) or other related subject (e.g. Masters in Social Work, or Masters in Social Science). (Substantial relevant working experience in an international environment may be accepted in lieu.)
You have at least 8 years international experience with Child Protection and MHPSS programming for children, including in humanitarian contexts.
Good knowledge and understanding of humanitarian principles and established international standards on mental health and psychosocial support for children in humanitarian settings (Humanitarian principles, humanitarian charter, The Code of Conduct for The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and NGOs in Disaster Relief, International Network on Education in Emergencies Standards, Minimum Standards for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action, IASC guidelines on mental health and psychosocial support in emergencies, IASC GBV guidelines, Sphere Standards, Core Humanitarian Standard)
You are a fluent English speaker and are able to deliver trainings and technical assistance in English.
You know how to provide successful technical assistance and manoeuvre well in a complex advisory role.
You have strong facilitation skills and experience in delivering high quality, interactive trainings to a variety of target groups.
You have experience in CP/MHPSS assessment, monitoring and evaluation.
You have demonstrated experience with programme management cycle, including fund raising, proposal writing, report writing and M&E.
You are structured and well organized. You keep calm and retain overview at times with many assignments, deadlines and competing priorities.
You are able to work independently but function equally well in teams especially working remotely.

Desirable

You have work experience in ESA region.
You are familiar with Save the Children’s working modes and methods.

Role Purpose:
Child protection (CP) and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) is a key strategic priority of Save the Children in the East and Southern Africa (ESA) region. The Regional CPiE TA will play a key role in strengthening SCI’s CP and MHPSS capacity through technical assistance, strategic and programmatic support, coordination, advocacy, fund-raising, capacity building (training/mentoring/coaching), and surge capacity for implementation and emergencies, especially supporting the Regional Programming Unit. The position plays an important role in terms of ensuring quality delivery of MHPSS programmes informed by core MHPSS approaches such as the IASC Guidelines for MHPSS in emergencies and the SC MHPSS Strategic Framework, and building their evidence-base in line with regional strategic priorities.
The Regional TA plays a vital part in enhancing the regional capacity for CP and MHPSS as per the regional thematic/cross-thematic steers, with a focus on supporting good gender programming in child protection. The Regional TA also plays an active role in SCI’s coordination and networking mechanisms, particularly working with the CP Breakthrough team at SCI, and with Members supporting child protection work. He/she will be part of the CP team rolling out Common Approaches, such as Parenting without Violence and Steps to Protect, and will support the Africa CP Regional Representative from the Be Protected Breakthrough (Africa CP Regional Representative) in further elaborating the cross-sectoral approach of MHPSS in the region, including the Regional Programming Unit. This is done by building on the needs and the good practices of COs and Members, ensuring cross country learning and cross-thematic work, and leading a CP Community of Practice for the region.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the post holder will be expected to work outside the normal job description and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
Contract duration: 1 Year
The Organisation
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

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.

October 26, 2024
Regional Partnerships Manager

The role East and Southern Africa (ESA) is a highly strategic region for Save the Children. The funding environment in the region is becoming more challenging and complex, with donors looking to work more directly with national governments and civil society. At the same time, there is increasing competition for funding from other INGOs, UN Agencies and private contractors. Save the Children aims to respond with more effective pre-positioning and donor engagement, and providing donors with a clearer and more compelling rationale for collaborating with Save the Children.The Regional Partnership Manager (RPM) plays a critical role in supporting the East and Southern Africa (ESA) Regional Office and Country Offices within the region with strategic donor engagement, positioning and partnerships with key institutional actors. This a key role in the ESA Regional Office that will support Country Offices to prepare for and engage in new donor relationships, in optimising existing relationships and partnership and expand funding in response to the significant shifts in donor trends.ResponsiblitiesThe role will provide leadership, advice and support on donor engagement and positioning for the RO and COs, primarily being responsible for

Supporting the development and implement of a Donor Regional Office engagement strategy to build Save the Children’s profile and influence, create new partnerships with existing and new donors, increasing funding.
Increasing levels of donor/partner intelligence and insights leveraged between global, regional & country level teams
Helping develop a culture of engagement and an entrepreneurial approach to positioning with both existing and new donors at CO level; building capacity and playing an active role within the regional community of practice
Successful capture management of high value/priority opportunities.

The position requires an experienced professional who can build capacity at the national level as well as provide surge support when required.Expected travel up to 30% of time.EssentialEXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Demonstrated ability to prepare presentations for donors that lead to funding opportunities.
Experience with actors and stakeholders in the ESA region.
Strong experience in presentation and communications skills.
Experience of influencing and delivering results cross organisationally within a large complex global organisation.
Proven experience of providing creative and innovative approaches in developing new initiatives that contribute towards partnership objectives.
Strong leadership behaviours, including external orientation, situational agility, partner focus, delivery of results, entrepreneurial approach, negotiating and influencing.
Proven record of accomplishment in partnership building, brokering relationships with partners.
A proven team player. Someone who is open, ambitious and who is able and willing to deliver beyond his or her personal brief.
Excellent English skills to communicate in writing and orally with impact.
Proven problem solving and strategic planning capability.
Experience and knowledge of current thinking and future trends and thorough understanding of international development issues, particularly in the ESA region.

Desirable

Excellent team and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively and with impact.
Problem solver
Results orientated
Entrepreneurial self-starter
Rigorous, methodical, and detail-oriented
Ability to coach or mentor key, often senior staff, in relationship management and funding strategies
Pro-activity and the ability to work at a distance with minimal supervision
Commitment to Save the Children’s mission, values, and approach (includes child focus and equal opportunities).

October 26, 2024
Information Technology Assistant

The role Under the general guidance of the IT Coordinator, the IT assistant is responsible for the ICT systems of the organization including research, designing and developing application systems, and providing technical support and training to the users; updates and computerizes the major activities of the organization; plans, deploys and administers communication and application technology, through better and available infrastructure for information processing of the organization.Qualifications And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in an area of Information Technology (IT) or equivalent.
At least 1 year working experience in a busy IT multicultural setup
CCNA or any other IT professional certification (is an advantage)
Experience in SharePoint development – Proficient in JAVA, Python and Dev Frameworks like Code igniter (advantage)
Knowledge about Windows AZURE AD configuration, Network Support and maintenance.
Having excellent proficiency in spoken and written English with strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead team effectively.
Have commitment to work longer hours/weekends or on remote field visits whenever needed.
Ability to coach others and work in a team environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in is critical.
Commitment to SCI’s values

Contract length: 2 yearsThe OrganisationWe 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 workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

October 26, 2024
Research and Evaluation Specialist (Re-advertisement)

Role Purpose: The Research and Evaluation Specialist will provide leadership in appraising country program evidence and learning needs and in implementing a Country Office Evidence and Learning agenda. Using operational and empirical approaches to research and evaluation, the Research and Evaluation Specialist will ensure a deep dive into programmes and their relationship with community dynamics to determine and document impact at individual, community and structural levels. He/She will ensure that learning from Research and Evaluation is used to improve program quality, inform evidence based program design, drive innovation, and inform policy and advocacy work in both the humanitarian and development sectors to deepen the impact of our work on children’s lives. He/Sh e will establish linkages with funding and academic institutions and position Somalia Country Office as a thought leader and influencer around our breakthroughs for children (survive, learn and protect).
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.
Contract Duration: 2 years with possibility for extension
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s Degree in Social Sciences, Economics, International Development or related field required, a PhD is desirable.
Essential

10 plus years’ experience in designing and implementing rigorous Research and impact evaluation especially those that use Randomised Control Trial (RCT) designs in development settings.
Proven ability to analyse complex datasets e.g quantitative panel data using robust statistical analysis or models.
Demonstrated success in raising funds to implement a research agenda.; doctoral level academic competence is desirable.
Knowledge and demonstrated experience of designing and managing high level researches and evaluations for behaviour change related studies will be desirable.
Extensive experience in analysing the situation of children using the child rights programming/ principles framework.
Demonstrated ability to think critically, strategically and analyze complex information and offer creative, practical and effective solutions
Excellent written and verbal communications skills, and an ability to produce and disseminate research and evaluation outputs to variety of audiences using effective approaches.
Strong inter-organisational skill such as networking including donors and academia, negotiation and communication.
Willing and able to travel time to Somalia/Somaliland to support field teams as security permits.
High level of fluency in English, both verbal and written, required.
Commitment to Save the Children International values.

Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy.
Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Female candidates are encouraged to apply
Disclaimer:
Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents

October 26, 2024
Child Protection and Migration Coordinator

Role Purpose:
The Regional Programming Unit’s over-arching goal for the period 2019 – 2021 is to ensure regional accountability for child rights, with the aim that children in the East and Southern Africa Region (ESAR) are safe and protected. The Child Protection and Migration Coordinator uses his/her technical knowledge in child protection (with a specific focus on protecting children from all forms of violence). As well as migration and displacement to manage the delivery by partners of activities aimed at ensuring that Children in East and Southern Africa are protected by strengthened, inclusive community, national and trans-national child protection systems.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential

5 years’ experience in migration and displacement
5 years’ experience in child protection in an NGO dealing with case management and policy influence
5 years in positive parenting

Desirable
Experience in gender integrated Chprogramming. Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding 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 and does not act through recruitment agents

October 26, 2024
Emergency Response Coordinator PMO Resource Manager Nutrition Officer -ICSP

Role Purpose:
The Emergency Response Coordinator will lead the emergency response team in Garissa while they undertake a comprehensive assessment and will be responsible for the development of the emergency response programme. The post holder is responsible for identifying needs and resources and elaborating programme recommendations for the humanitarian response in line with Save the Children national and global priorities.
Key Areas of Accountability

Assume the overall management of the humanitarian response in the field office.
Ensure rapid emergency assessments are undertaken and draw up a strategy for emergency intervention
To recommend on the content and staffing for part of the emergency response, and for defining and requesting the support needed from the regional office/ Emergencies Section in London/ Save the Children Alliance.
Ensure that programme objectives and activities are agreed within the context of Save the Children values, aims and objectives.
Evaluate, monitor and review to ensure strict compliance of programme activities with Save the Children national and global policies and procedures and with relevant donor regulations and agreements, SPHERE guidelines and the NGO code of conduct.
When requested act as representative for Save the Children’s emergency response to local authorities, donors and members of the humanitarian community.
Produce high quality, analytical reports and supply regular situation reports (sitreps).
Monitor the implementation of grant budgets, ensuring any corrective actions are taken.
Ensure that existing finance guidelines and related administrative procedures are adhered to and that grant finances are kept in an exemplary state.
Ensure optimal security management procedures and practices are in place for the emergency response programme for which they are responsible and continually monitor the security situation, adapting staff safety procedures accordingly.
Comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to child rights and protection, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies.
Make clear recommendations regarding proposed programme content, staffing, management and administration arrangements and budget with clear indications of funding and technical support sources.
Prepare preliminary recommendations regarding programme intervention.

Work Location: Garissa
Nationality: Kenya Nationals only
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Substantial experience working with an international non-governmental organisation within an emergency environment.
Bachelor degree in Social Sciences or related field.
At least five years’ experience working with INGOs in humanitarian emergency context, experience working in remote insecure environments is a plus.
Skills and experience in project/programme implementation, monitoring, review and evaluation preferably from a child rights approach in accordance with the CRC and international humanitarian rights standards.
Substantial people and programme management experience with good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels.
Solid experience in grant management, including budget holding and donor reporting.
Substantial previous experience in security management.
Ability to produce high quality reports.
Representational, political awareness and advocacy skills.
Ability to work with limited support from line manager.
Fluency in written and spoken English, Swahili languages and computer literate.
Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.

Desirable

Experience of first phase emergency response operations
Experience working in Northern Kenya/Horn of Africa

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 26, 2024