Jobs Kenya

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  • Roving Finance Manager

    Roving Finance Manager

    Job description
    Role Purpose:

    As a member of the regional finance team, the Roving Finance Manager will assume country office or regional finance roles for temporary periods to cover resourcing gaps and to deliver on discrete projects and initiatives so that adequate financial management is sustained and improved. This will include the line management of any appropriate finance and awards staff within the remit of the posting, identifying any capacity gaps and proposing appropriate solutions and capacity building of country office teams.
    The role holder will bridge senior country finance staff gaps based on a Terms of Reference (ToR) agreed with Country Finance Director, on a cost recovery basis. The role holder will also act as a champion for Save the Children International (SCI) financial policies, standards and procedures, coaching and mentoring staff and colleagues to ensure a thorough and complete understanding is maintained.
    In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal job descriptions and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

    Contract Duration: 2 Years
    Location: East and Southern Africa Regional Office – Nairobi or other SCI East and Southern Africa country office
    Qualifications

    Accounting or commerce degree and relevant full professional qualifications (CPA/CA/ACCA)
    Minimum of 5 years similar progressive work experience in financial management. Not-for-profit experience an advantage
    An unquestionably high level of integrity and ethics

    demonstrable ability to adapt to challenging working environments within a developing country context
    demonstrated experience in identifying issues in financial management, applying sustainable solutions, and supporting teams to achieve results
    proven experience in training and capacity building of staff and teams, including coaching and mentoring staff
    knowledge and use of financial software packages. Agresso experience preferred.
    requirement to undertake travel for approximately 80% of the time (deployments of up to 3 months at a time)
    ability to adapt quickly to a new environment and achieve results with multiple priorities and deadlines
    strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind-sets
    highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
    demonstrated ability of working with a range of stakeholders

    Ability to focus on strategic finance issues and advise key stakeholders
    Commitment to Save the Children values

    Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document. 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.
    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

  • Regional Operations Manager

    Regional Operations Manager

    Role Purpose:
    As a member of the East and Southern Africa regional office operations team, the Operations Manager acts as a coordinating focal point for operational issues, providing support to designated Country Office (CO) operational delivery across the full spectrum of Save the Children programmes in both development and humanitarian response activities, ensuring effective information flows and assistance in adherence to SCI operations procedures/standards.
    The Operations Manager will support CO operations staff in managing development & humanitarian efforts and will provide directional advice to the country programme in concurrence with the Country Director and ESARO team. The post-holder will effectively and efficiently support operations systems, processes and activities so that programmes are delivered on time according to organisational strategy, donor requirements and within allocated budgets.
    S/he will take leadership on aspects related to staffing structure and management, awards, security and logistics systems and will play a strategic role in the effective scale up and management of Save the Children development & humanitarian programmes to increase impact and enable positive change for children in the East Africa region.
    Contract Duration: 2 years
    Location: East and Southern Africa
    Qualifications and Experience

    Extensive program and operations management experience in international development and humanitarian programs, including
    Demonstrated ability to set up operational management systems in a large complex programme
    Direct experience of delivery of humanitarian programs, in a technical or operational role, in at least 3 different contexts
    Senior management role within a complex country programme and/or in a large scale emergency response
    Previous experience of managing technical/programme/operations/support teams in large-scale first phase emergency response is essential
    Knowledge of international humanitarian and development systems, institutions and donors (programmes (including ECHO, DFID and OFDA), and of procedures, accountability frameworks and best practices
    Demonstrated ability to thrive in a complex, matrix management environment. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
    In depth knowledge and experience of logistics systems and requirements in a multi field office, multi programme setting
    Security management experience across a large programme
    Substantial training and capacity building experience
    Cultural sensitive, with highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
    Experience of supporting and developing programmatic staff with different backgrounds and expertise
    Commitment to Save the Children values.
    Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours in the event of major emergencies.
    Willingness to travel in developing countries (varying, but expected to be at least 40% of time).
    A degree in a relevant field either in relation to development, disaster management, management

    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

  • Programme Coordinator, Migration and Displacement Initiative

    Programme Coordinator, Migration and Displacement Initiative

    Role Purpose:

    Provide a professional administration support service to the (remote) Global Migration and Displacement Initiative (MDI) team, with specific focused support to the Director.
    Oversee the day to day running and improvements of the MDI’s Resource Centre (Hub) and provide research support to Research Adviser
    Provide (primarily desk based) programme support to relevant MDI activities in East and Southern Africa
    Deliver high quality note taking and meeting management skills (essential)

    Qualifications and Experience
    EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

    Minimum 4 years’ experience in a development agency or similar, including
    Minimum of 2 years’ administrative experience, including designing and overseeing spreadsheets and accounts.
    Minimum of 2 years programmatic (humanitarian or development) or research related experience
    Experience of planning and organising meetings and events, with a strong attention to detail
    Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
    Graduate level (or higher) qualification in a subject of relevance to the MDI and/or sufficient relevant experience in research coordination and support functions
    Sound judgement and an ability to effectively prioritise multiple tasks in a constantly changing environment
    Ability to adopt a pro-active approach and offer solutions as appropriate
    Willingness to learn new skills and engage in other elements of the MDI’s mandate as requested
    Strong written and oral communication skills, fluent in English, with an eye for detail
    Ability to liaise and communicate effectively with a broad range of people at all levels, across different cultures and to act with credibility, discretion, tact and diplomacy both within and without the organisation.
    Experience in supporting contract/project management; familiarity with packages (e.g., MS Project) would be an advantage
    Website design, maintenance, and usage monitoring would be a plus.
    Some development/humanitarian programme knowledge and first-hand experience is essential
    Interest/knowledge in migration and displacement issues/debate is desirable
    Experience in the coding, interpretation and analysis of research data is desirable.
    Maintain a calm disposition and positive outlook particularly when working under pressure
    Self- motivated with ability to work autonomously. MDI team members work remotely and the Director is consistently travelling, so there is limited face-to-face time with colleagues/line manager.
    Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Save the Children

    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

  • System Administrator NGO

    System Administrator NGO

    Job description
    Qualifications

    Proven technical skills in a mainstream programming language, or database system (cross training will be provided if required)
    Good T-SQL language skills
    Strong understanding of the business processes of a financial Management systems preferably an ERP
    Experience of solving complex business and technical issues through trouble shooting and analysis, defining a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
    A desire to work on an enterprise level ERP / finance system based on the Microsoft stack (Windows Server, .NET, SQL Server, IIS)
    Ability to explain complex technical and non-technical information in a succinct and compelling manner to all levels of seniority
    At least 2 years’ experience working in an IT development role
    Strong Excel skills
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    Commitment to Save the Children value

  • FMS System Administrator

    FMS System Administrator

    Role Purpose:
    As part of their long term strategy, Save the Children is building regional hubs of technology specialists to service their global IT needs. This role is part of the Nairobi technology hub focused on delivering a global service to all Save the Children countries. The Nairobi team will be responsible for developing and maintaining the Finance Management System (FMS) implemented on Agresso.
    Contract Duration: 2 years
    Qualifications and Experience
    Essential:

    Proven technical skills in a mainstream programming language, or database system (cross training will be provided if required)
    Good T-SQL language skills
    Strong understanding of the business processes of a financial Management systems preferably an ERP
    Experience of solving complex business and technical issues through trouble shooting and analysis, defining a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
    A desire to work on an enterprise level ERP / finance system based on the Microsoft stack (Windows Server, .NET, SQL Server, IIS)
    Ability to explain complex technical and non-technical information in a succinct and compelling manner to all levels of seniority
    At least 2 years’ experience working in an IT development role
    Strong Excel skills
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills

    Commitment to Save the Children values
    Desirable

    Proven experience in implementing and managing Agresso applications
    Experience with any of the following Agresso modules: Financials, Project Costing & Billing, Inventory Accounting, Accounts Payable, Planner, Workflow
    Track record of administering & supporting applications in a complex global organisation
    Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
    Experience of exposure to the non-for-profit sector and/or developing countries

    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
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

  • Support Services Intern

    Support Services Intern

    Role Purpose:
    The Support Services team is a part of Save the Children’s East and Southern Africa Regional Office. The Support Services Intern will provide support to the Regional Office Specialised Services Coordinator and other members of the Regional Office Support Services Team.
    Contract Duration: 3 months
    Qualifications and Experience
    Essential

    Degree in Bachelors of Commerce or Business Administration or equivalent
    Excellent computer skills especially in MS Excel spread sheets and MS Word
    High level of integrity and ability to work as part of a professional team
    Excellent communication skills
    Proven ability to handle challenging workload
    Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;
    Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills;
    Commitment to Save the Children values.

    Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document.
    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 agent

  • MEAL Officer ( Wajir) MEAL Officer

    MEAL Officer ( Wajir) MEAL Officer

    Job description
     
    Role Purpose:
    Save the Children International is a ‘full spectrum’ organization that seeks to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and create lasting change in children’s lives. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL) is a core function in all Save the Children International programs globally, representing our commitment to accountability and transparency, and is crucial aspect of program quality management within Save the Children.
    The MEAL officer will support the MEAL functions for Contraception without Borders in Kenya project in Wajir/Mandera counties. Save the Children will implement this project which will develop and test a scalable model to increase use of family planning (FP)- nomadic and semi-nomadic communities in six sub-counties located in Wajir (West, North, Eldas) and Mandera (North, Banisa, Takaba) and engage regional stakeholders to share lessons from working with these communities and encourage adoption and/or adaptation of our model.
    Contract Duration: 1 Year
    Location: Mandera
    Qualifications

    Supporting the development of systems and processes for the implementation of M&E plans based on Save the Children best practice.
    Maintaining a tracking spreadsheet for M&E activities and events – baselines, assessments, reviews, evaluations – tracking trends and recommendations, progressing their implementation where appropriate;
    Coordinating the sharing of learning related to M&E practices across offices, and providing support when internal/external reviews, evaluations, and lessons learned exercises should be employed;
    Contributing to the design of M&E methodology and child-safeguarding indicators by the programme team, and promotion of child participation in M&E planning and accountability.
    Developing internal reporting schedules & templates, clarifying what level of information is needed and where, with key responsibilities assigned, and reviewing proposals, with a particular focus on checking log frames and ensuring indicators are followed up and project milestones achieved;
    Participating 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 tracking of total beneficiary reach.
    Conduct data quality assessment to ensure that data reported is validated, is accurate and consistent while providing feedback as necessary to program teams;
    Support design and monitoring of quality benchmarks and take lead in monitoring project quality benchmarks to ensure that project quality standards are not compromised.
    Maintain an action tracker for the project while ensuring that actions agreed upon from debrief meetings with program teams are actioned.
    Support the implementation of processes to review the quality of project data, collection methods and the suitability of the existing data for the provision of sound baseline information;
    Ensure strong accountability mechanisms are set up and monitored, that information is correctly shared with beneficiaries through the most appropriate mechanisms and that beneficiaries actively participate in project activities.
    Maintain and update a complaints 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.
    Professionally document and proactively share information and learning with Save the Children stakeholders.
    Take an active role in ensuring staff are compliant in uploading data into necessary app systems and maintain such database systems.

    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

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  • Translation of a CSO Guide on Engaging with (ACERWC)

    Translation of a CSO Guide on Engaging with (ACERWC)

    Background
    The African Human Rights system has undergone a number of significant changes since the publication of the second edition of the Guide in 2010. The membership of the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child has experienced several changes in membership, with the ending of the tenure of members who served their term of office. The Committee has developed General Comments, issued findings in response to communications received, and strengthened its partnership with civil society through the African Children’s Charter Project (ACCP). At the broader AU level, the Human Rights Strategy for Africa, the African Governance architecture, the AU Agenda 2063 and the declaration of 2016 as the Year of Human Rights in Africa are amongst the significant developments which have had an impact on the work of the ACERWC. These changes have necessitated a revision of this Guide into the 3rd edition which was published in 2016. Save The Children International thus engaged the author to update the 2nd edition with these and other new developments in the Committee’s work as well as in relation to the advancement of children’s rights in Africa. The 3rd edition is currently available only in the English version, and will need to be translated into French for purposes of use within the French-speaking countries in the Continent.
    With this Terms of Reference, Save the Children Regional and Multi-Country Programming Unit is sourcing for Translation services of the Guide (Fully Titled: Advancing Children’s Rights: A Civil Society Guide on How to Engage with the African Committee on the Rights and Welfare of the Child)
    Outcome
    Final French Version of the Guide (Fully Titled: Advancing Children’s Rights: A Civil Society Guide on How to engage with the African Committee on the Rights and Welfare of the Child)
    Methodology & Expected Standard

    All text, including text contained in figures, boxes, captions, sources and covers requires translation and proofreading into French;
    The translator will ensure French language excellence and proofreading, including excellent French vocabulary, syntax, expression and grammar as well as all relevant terminology;
    The translator is expected to perform terminology research to ensure accuracy and appropriateness of translation.
    The translator is also responsible for ensuring quality and accuracy of the entire document before submitting it back to the Save the Children Programme Manager in charge of the project.
    The translator should maintain the overall context into which the document is originally written. This means, the original intended contextual meaning of the sentences/phrases should not be altered or changed into something else;
    The translator will have to use the original word document and only replace text in it since it will make it easier for layout;
    The translator will submit to save the Children the first version of the translated document, where upon receipt of this document, Save the Children will make comments and communicate back to the translator any necessary feedback for amendments;
    The translator will work on the comments; proof read the translated document before the final French translated version is submitted to Save the Children;
    The translator will develop and share with Save the Children her or his work plan detailing the workflow, timelines and milestones;

    The translator is obligated to work within the required deadlines and be available to Save the Children for comments and corrections.
     
    Consultant profile

    Minimum of 5 years’ experience in English/French translation.
    Demonstrated knowledge in translating professional documents into working language of the African Union
    Outstanding translation and editing skills in French and English
    Experience in translating issues related to Child Rights and or Human Rights in the region
    Samples of previous work will be requested
    Demonstrate effective organizational skills and ability to handle work in an efficient and timely manner
    Fully proficient in computer skills.
    Qualifications and experience in International Human Rights Law and Child Rights

    Remuneration
    The consultancy will be paid according to SCI scales for regional/ international consultants.

  • Regional Youth Advisor ( Horn Of Africa)

    Regional Youth Advisor ( Horn Of Africa)

    Role Purpose:
    The purpose of the Regional Youth Advisor (Horn of Africa) is to advise Save the Children’ s Danida regional programme for the Horn of Africa so as to guide the programme to a successful outcome. This advice and guidance comprise three main areas:

    Identifying youth networks as partners for capacity strengthening with the aim of improving their capabilities in advocacy, youth participation, and protection rights of the youth
    Improving youth empowerment (civic, social and economic) through Save the Children’s Danida regional programme as well as the Danida-funded country programmes in region (mainly in Somalia/Somaliland and South Sudan; and secondary in Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda;
    Contributing to Save the Children and CSO partners’ (including youth network) engagement in the children/youth on the move agenda and the ending child marriage agenda.

    Contract Duration: 2 Years
    Location: Nairobi (travel to Somalia/Somaliland, South Sudan, and Ethiopia expected)
    Qualifications

    Master degree in social or political science or equivalent
    Minimum of 5 years of experience of working specifically on the matters of young people’s empowerment, advocacy and organization.
    Experience of working through and together with others, and with providing technical assistance in a respectful manner.
    Demonstrated experience of writing funding proposals
    Strong oral and written communication skills in English. French added advantage.
    Solid knowledge of youth network capacity strengthening and youth empowerment programming
    Solid knowledge and experience with international and regional youth human rights instruments, laws and policies in East and Southern Africa.
    Solid experience of youth programming in the Horn of Africa (including South Sudan and Somalia refugee hosting countries)
    Experience in labour market issues, employment and technical vocational training, poverty alleviation including challenges of discrimination and exclusion
    Experience in carrying out analysis related project baselines; market surveys; youth situation analysis; and tracer studies of youth.

  • Child Survival and Nutrition Technical Advisor

    Child Survival and Nutrition Technical Advisor

    Job description
     
    Role Purpose:
    The Child Survival and Nutrition Technical Advisor (CS and Nutrition TA) takes overall responsibility of Child Survival (child health, immunization) and nutrition in Afya Halisi project. Afya Halisi is a USAID funded five year project which aims to deliver quality, integrated services in the areas of family planning (FP), reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health (RMNCAH), nutrition, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in the focus counties of Kitui, Migori, Kakamega and Kisumu.
    The Child Survival and Nutrition Technical Advisor will provide technical oversight in service delivery with emphasis on child health, immunization and nutrition services. He/she should be knowledgeable and skilled in child health, immunization and nutrition programming to allow effective demand creation and quality service delivery at community and facility levels. In collaboration with project team and partners, the position will support the design and implementation of evidence based high impact interventions. He/she will be responsible for preparation of annual work plans, capacity building of project and MoH staff, quality implementation of interventions and effective coordination of the program with collaborating partners. He/she will work with other project staff and field teams to support area level advocacy for child health and nutrition services.
     
    Qualifications

    Medicine/ Clinical Medicine/Nursing with a post graduate degree in public health/global health; community health; health management with training and experience in and project planning and management techniques
    Knowledge of current global and regional public health debates in child survival and nutrition
    Recommended a minimum of five years of relevant technical experience including at senior level. Experience working within the devolved Kenyan health system is a must.
    Proven experience and skills in research and advocacy and influencing institutional, private and/or corporate donors and writing up high quality donor reports
    Experience of working with local/national governments and capacity building of systems, partners and staff
    Ability to extensively travel for project monitoring and provide on-site technical support to field teams
    Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
    Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international and matrix management environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets
    Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
    Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
    Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required
    Commitment to Save the Children values