Jobs Kenya

Company Address: Address World Vision Kenya, Karen Road, off Ngong Road, P.O. Box 50816-00200,Nairobi,KENYA

  • Senior Grants and Private Non Sponsorship Manager Regional Program Manager – Nutrition Overseeing Implementation

    Senior Grants and Private Non Sponsorship Manager Regional Program Manager – Nutrition Overseeing Implementation

    Key Responsibilities:
    Strategic Leadership and management

    Responsible for the overall planning, implementation and management of the grants and Non-sponsorship (PNS) project as well as the achievement of the goals and objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner.
    Ensure strong communication and coordinating with technical leads and other support functions for effective delivery
    Champion implementation and set high quality performance targets ensuring adherence to technical standards, WV regulations, best practices and donor guidelines.
    Design strategies, partnerships and interventions to guarantee the project is gender, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) sensitive
    Ensure WVK is accountable to beneficiaries, donors, government and other stakeholders.
    Primary point of contact and collaboration for the grant implementation team.
    Direct and oversee grant and PNS implementation; ensuring contribution to WVK strategy and donor commitments /promises through proper capacity building, proper staffing and quality assurance.

    Donor Relations

    Represent the grants and PNS to respective donor meetings related to implementation.
    Ensure effective liaison with local government officials, local communities, donor representatives and other stakeholders as appropriate
    Constantly look for more effective and efficient implementation and opportunities to increase impact.
    Ensure timely communication with donors to ensure effective grant support

    Resource mobilization and Engagement

    Coordinate current donor engagement to attract repeat and extended funding
    Ensure effective implementation products including documentations, success stories to position for additional resources
    Liaise with resource acquisition team to contribute to potential growth areas for grants and PNSs

    Monitoring, Reporting, Documentation & Knowledge Management

    Lead an effective monitoring and reporting system for the grants and PNS
    Establish and maintain effective project reporting, evaluation, and communication systems including schedules
    Coordinate timely, accurate and quality reports submission that meet donor requirements
    Document and disseminate project best practices, lessons learnt and success stories
    Establish a strong knowledge management function for the grants and PNS
    Coordinate regular data audits and quality assurance to enhance accountability and implementation fidelity

    Budget Management

    Manage grant and PNS budgets within approved spending levels and ensure accurate and timely financial reports to donors and World Vision.
    Ensure grant and PNS expenses are reasonable, allocated as per assigned budget, prudent and spent in accordance with donor rules and regulations to ensure low risk audits
    Ensure effective budget monitoring across grants for delivery on time and on budget

    Risk and compliance

    Ensure risk management across the grants including risk assessments and process improvement plans
    Coordinate audit response and management plans for grants and PNS
    Ensure due diligence processes as per WV and donor requirements
    Ensure all compliance expectations across the grants and PNS are delivered
    Any other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time

    KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

    Master’s degree in social sciences, management, business administration, or a related field
    7 years of experience in a senior role leading a complex technical service delivery program of similar scope and dollar value.
    5 years of demonstrated experience in partnership building, especially with government representatives, donors, the private sector, and local community organizations.
    Proven ability to manage diverse teams across different sectors
    Familiarity with multiple donor regulations including UN, foundations, Bilateral governments among others.
    Demonstrated accomplishment in working with professionals, ministries and with donor colleagues in country
    Past experience of working in multiple grant supported projects and knowledge of financial rules and regulations at a senior level.
    Experience in developing program work-plans, budgets, managing implementation, staff and short-term technical assistance.
    Excellent performance track record
    Demonstrated ability to deliver results and meet all donor deliverables.
    Excellent Oral and written communication skills,
    Excellent Relational skills
    Keen understanding of the unique political dynamics of the country and ability to work carefully and collaboratively to support the various political entities in Kenya

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  • Program Officer – Child Protection & Safeguarding

    Program Officer – Child Protection & Safeguarding

    Key Responsibilities:
    Technical Support

    Support in ensuring timely implementation of all the protection and safeguarding related interventions, methodologies and models in the Area programs.
    In liaison with the CPP&S TP Manager, offer technical leadership in the development of the annual implementation plans and budgets ensuring protection and safeguarding is integrated.
    In liaison with the CPP&S TP Manager, develop and review monthly support activity schedules to ensure on time, on budget, on target implementation of the projects and programs related to the CPP&S TP so as to meet community, WVK and donors expectations and accountability.
    Working in consultation with the POs at field level, ensure establishment of functional community child protection, adult safeguarding reporting and feedback mechanism structures and provide the necessary actions and support in a timely manner.
    Provide technical support to; NO, programs and projects to ensure that they have contextualized and operational Safeguarding Incidence Preparedness Plan (SIPP).
    Offer technical support to safeguarding management committees at NO & AP level and ensure that WVK remains a child safe organization.
    Support in the implementation of the Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy at the National and AP level ensuring that the Policy is well socialized and implemented in compliance to the WV Partnership standards.
    Support in monitoring cases reported in Ethics Point and ensuring timely closure of the same.
    Submit a weekly update report on cases reported and closed in Ethics Point.
    Coordinate participation of children in national and local children forums ensuring safeguarding protocols are observed.
    In close collaboration with the supervisor, support staff recruitment, retention, mentorship, and coaching.

    Quality Assurance, Monitoring, Evaluation, Documentation and Learning

    Ensure alignment of all Child protection Design, Monitoring and Evaluation activities with the stipulated protection and safeguarding standards.
    Coordinate and participate in safeguarding risk assessment for programs.
    Participate in the WVK safeguarding annual self-assessment and implementation of its recommendations.
    Participate in research and learning agenda in close collaboration with identified academic partners and support office to ensure protection and safeguarding requirements are incorporated.
    Support in development of a safeguarding risk register to ensure risk mitigation in implementation and ensure accountability.
    In consultation with field teams, DMEAL coordinator, project managers and communications officer, develop context specific electronic and appropriate documentation on best practice and lessons learned.
    Generate Quality & Accurate quarterly, semi-annual and annual protection and safeguarding reports informed by Monthly Management Reports and in line with relevant offices requirements and regulations.

    Advocacy, Networking, Collaboration & Partnerships

    Establish and sustain working relationships with key stakeholders.
    Work with partners and coalitions to engage in advocacy activities with the government structures, (both at National and County level) to address the protection and safeguarding needs of local communities within WVK areas of operation.
    In coordination with the Child Protection, Participation & Safeguarding Technical Program manager and the Advocacy Manager participate in national level coalitions on CP advocacy issues.
    In collaboration with the program managers, ensure that program participants and partners are kept informed of all Government laws and policies and WVK policies in respect to Prevention of Sexual Exploitation & Abuse (PSEA) and Child protection and Child and Adult safeguarding.
    Participate in relevant Annual National and County Government’s Planning and Budgeting processes and influence resource allocation to the priority needs of the most vulnerable groups in programme areas.
    Participate in relevant Technical Working Group (TWG) meetings.

    Resource mobilization

    Support development of timely and accurate funding proposals in line with donor requirements and WVK protection and safeguarding standards in collaboration with Managers and other sector specialists.
    Provide information to advise fund raising initiatives for programs related to; Child protection, participation and safeguarding.

    Others

    Perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time.
    Participate and contribute to committees and task forces which you may be appointed to.
    Participate and lead devotions as appropriate.

    KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

    Minimum 3 years’ experience in community development work implementing child protection and adult safeguarding programs. Familiarity with GBV/FGM projects a plus.
    Thorough understanding of all areas of project management cycles in a complex, international development organization especially in development or Relief Projects.
    A good understanding of International, Regional and National framework on human rights for women and children such as Convections on the Rights of the Child, ACRWC, ANTI-FGM Board operations, Convention for the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women, Africa Charter on the Rights and Welfare of Children, Prohibition of female Genital Mutilation Act, Children Act among others.
    Experience in program design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation and reporting.
    Demonstrate ability to influence, network and collaborate with national and county level government, NGO and UN Agency on child protection initiatives.
    Proven track record as a staff and community trainer and capacity builder in Child Protection, and safeguarding.
    Familiarity with systems approaches to child protection programming, advocacy approaches and referral systems.
    Demonstrate ability to manage resources efficiently and effectively.
    Demonstrate experience in implementing faith and development models and working with faith leaders.
    Must be a committed Christian who is able to stand above denominational and cultural diversity challenges.
    Excellent oral and written communications, team player, and proficient in English and Kiswahili.
    A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences preferably in child development, child protection, humanitarian aid/development, child rights, public policy, law, sociology / social work or other related field (A degree in Education and experience working in child protection: including child protection program design, implementation and monitoring will be considered)
    Good computer skills in Ms. Office (Excel, word, PowerPoint), Skype, etc
    Proven ability in designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating child protection and safeguarding programmes.
    Experience with report writing and strong budgetary and financial management skills

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  • Project Officer – Rangelands and Livelihoods – KRAPID+ Project Coordinator CESP

    Project Officer – Rangelands and Livelihoods – KRAPID+ Project Coordinator CESP

    Key Responsibilities:
    Project Planning and Implementation

    Together with the project team, support the development of Project Designs and Annual Operation Plans. (4D matrices, DIPs, Annual Budgets) and ensure budgetary utilization is within acceptable limits/range.
    In liaison with the project Manager, participate in the formulation and execution of operational work plans in alignment with the budget, results framework, and administrative directives endorsed by the Program Steering Committee (PSC).
    Ensure that business processes, standards and guidelines related to RAPID+ Project initiatives are effectively applied on a timely manner in project implementation including integration of cross cutting themes,
    Collaborate with relevant ministries and other relevant partners at the County and community levels to ensure integration and high-level implementation of the planned activities
    Together with the project manager, identify other opportunities in an ongoing manner that will add value to the overarching goal of the project

    Technical support

    Take lead and provide technical support and timely implementation of the K-RAPID+ Project activities
    Strengthen the institutions specialized in Livestock management to actively contribute to improved rangeland management.
    Support the devising and execution of innovative rangeland management interventions utilizing community-based systems, with a focus on addressing the needs of the most vulnerable members of society.
    Promote new technologies, applications and innovations among communities & county government to regenerate rangelands and increase biodiversity. Facilitate the comprehensive analysis of rangeland management structures, the policy landscape, and livelihood issues affecting the target groups.
    Promote increased household livelihood diversification through diversified production, Climate Smart Technologies, linkage to extension, markets & Market information
    Provide technical expertise to the project when the project issues call for proposals, as well as in contracting service providers and implementing entities in the rangelands and livestock management sub-sectors.
    Oversee the adherence of contract service providers, consultants, and implementing entities engaged by World Vision to the rangeland activities.
    Identify other opportunities in an ongoing manner that will add value to the overarching goal of the project.
    Facilitate community mindset transformation processes as a foundation to project sustainability in regards to rangelands and livestock management.

    Quality Assurance – M &E, Reporting and Documentation

    Conduct continuous activity and budget analysis to ensure adherence to the approved work, budget and procurement plans.
    Support the PO-MEAL to ensure quality Monthly, Quarterly, Semi- Annual and Annual reports prepared and submitted on timely basis.
    Systemically review DIP/budget and other key implementation tools as well as initiate innovative approaches that will open new opportunities for project success
    Make technical input into the planning and design of project specific operational researches, including baseline and end line evaluation and other relevant project assessments
    In liaison with the PO-MEAL, ensure that the process of learning is integrated into all project activities across the project cycle. Support accountability efforts by orchestrating project evaluation endeavours and guiding partners in their reflection on project experiences.
    Jointly with the project team, evaluate challenges in implementation and report any discrepancies or gaps to facilitate adjustments to plans and timelines.
    Support the project manager and PO-MEAL to ensure that all necessary documentation for assigned project activities is complete, including all required documents, and is organized according to agency and donor requirements.
    Register, track and regularly update beneficiaries’ database
    Support he project team to contextualize and use reporting guidelines to track and develop quality, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual and end of projects reports, key lessons and success stories in accordance with the guidelines and standardized tools.
    Support the PO-MEAL to develop a monitoring plan with communities and partners agreeing on the required standards for monitoring.
    Conduct regular group monitoring, data collection and analysis in coordination with the relevant stakeholders.
    Facilitate regular review and peer to peer learning meetings with government, target communities and relevant stakeholders
    Facilitate documentation of lessons and project impact to facilitate adoption in the course of the project implementation
    Support project assessment and learning processes including baseline surveys, midterm reviews and end of project evaluation.
    Support the PO-MEAL to supervise and monitor project interventions in strict adherence to WV Kenya, Kenya government regulations and other agreed standards.
    Ensure project data is captured, validated and updated on horizon and or any other approved World Vison Kenya (WVK) DM&E system.

    Capacity building

    In liaison with the Project team, support the identification of training needs and capacity-building initiatives for farmers, county staff and other public and private partners.
    Support the project team to coordinate with external stakeholders including, but not limited to, academia, NGOs, Government, and Private Sector in order to advance learning in the project.
    In liaison with the project manager, link with partners (Other NGOs, County government and Faith Based Organizations, in mapping facilities integrated with the project in areas of focus.
    Work together with other stakeholders to ensure that key trainings meet the standard required to facilitate, provide knowledge and required skills

    Advocacy, Engagement, Partnership and Networking

    Advocate for the adoption of suitable technologies in the management of rangelands and livestock.
    Advocate for new models of and best practices in livestock management especially in terms of fodder production and feeding of animals
    Partner with livestock marketing organisations to incentivize the roll out of the livestock sale yard law and the use of livestock markets for the sale of animals
    Partner with institutions involved in rangeland management to review and implement grazing plans and transboundary rangeland resource sharing plans
    Create linkages and synergies among institutions involved in rangelands management
    Support the project manager in overseeing and coordination of relationships with local project stakeholders, with the aim of mobilizing local participants and promoting project activities and their impact.
    Strengthen connections with the broader program and foster productive working relationships with civil society organizations, government representatives, the private sector, and community-based organizations.

    Other duties

    Perform any other duty as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time.
    Participate and contribute in committees and task forces which you may be appointed to
    Participate and lead devotions as appropriate

    Project Planning and Implementation

    Together with the project team, support the development of Project Designs and Annual Operation Plans. (4D matrices, DIPs, Annual Budgets) and ensure budgetary utilization is within acceptable limits/range.
    In liaison with the project Manager, participate in the formulation and execution of operational work plans in alignment with the budget, results framework, and administrative directives endorsed by the Program Steering Committee (PSC).
    Ensure that business processes, standards and guidelines related to RAPID+ Project initiatives are effectively applied on a timely manner in project implementation including integration of cross cutting themes,
    Collaborate with relevant ministries and other relevant partners at the County and community levels to ensure integration and high-level implementation of the planned activities
    Together with the project manager, identify other opportunities in an ongoing manner that will add value to the overarching goal of the project

    Technical support

    Take lead and provide technical support and timely implementation of the K-RAPID+ Project activities
    Strengthen the institutions specialized in Livestock management to actively contribute to improved rangeland management.
    Support the devising and execution of innovative rangeland management interventions utilizing community-based systems, with a focus on addressing the needs of the most vulnerable members of society.
    Promote new technologies, applications and innovations among communities & county government to regenerate rangelands and increase biodiversity. Facilitate the comprehensive analysis of rangeland management structures, the policy landscape, and livelihood issues affecting the target groups.
    Promote increased household livelihood diversification through diversified production, Climate Smart Technologies, linkage to extension, markets & Market information
    Provide technical expertise to the project when the project issues call for proposals, as well as in contracting service providers and implementing entities in the rangelands and livestock management sub-sectors.
    Oversee the adherence of contract service providers, consultants, and implementing entities engaged by World Vision to the rangeland activities.
    Identify other opportunities in an ongoing manner that will add value to the overarching goal of the project.
    Facilitate community mindset transformation processes as a foundation to project sustainability in regards to rangelands and livestock management.

    Quality Assurance – M &E, Reporting and Documentation

    Conduct continuous activity and budget analysis to ensure adherence to the approved work, budget and procurement plans.
    Support the PO-MEAL to ensure quality Monthly, Quarterly, Semi- Annual and Annual reports prepared and submitted on timely basis.
    Systemically review DIP/budget and other key implementation tools as well as initiate innovative approaches that will open new opportunities for project success
    Make technical input into the planning and design of project specific operational researches, including baseline and end line evaluation and other relevant project assessments
    In liaison with the PO-MEAL, ensure that the process of learning is integrated into all project activities across the project cycle. Support accountability efforts by orchestrating project evaluation endeavours and guiding partners in their reflection on project experiences.
    Jointly with the project team, evaluate challenges in implementation and report any discrepancies or gaps to facilitate adjustments to plans and timelines.
    Support the project manager and PO-MEAL to ensure that all necessary documentation for assigned project activities is complete, including all required documents, and is organized according to agency and donor requirements.
    Register, track and regularly update beneficiaries’ database
    Support he project team to contextualize and use reporting guidelines to track and develop quality, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual and end of projects reports, key lessons and success stories in accordance with the guidelines and standardized tools.
    Support the PO-MEAL to develop a monitoring plan with communities and partners agreeing on the required standards for monitoring.
    Conduct regular group monitoring, data collection and analysis in coordination with the relevant stakeholders.
    Facilitate regular review and peer to peer learning meetings with government, target communities and relevant stakeholders
    Facilitate documentation of lessons and project impact to facilitate adoption in the course of the project implementation
    Support project assessment and learning processes including baseline surveys, midterm reviews and end of project evaluation.
    Support the PO-MEAL to supervise and monitor project interventions in strict adherence to WV Kenya, Kenya government regulations and other agreed standards.
    Ensure project data is captured, validated and updated on horizon and or any other approved World Vison Kenya (WVK) DM&E system.

    Capacity building

    In liaison with the Project team, support the identification of training needs and capacity-building initiatives for farmers, county staff and other public and private partners.
    Support the project team to coordinate with external stakeholders including, but not limited to, academia, NGOs, Government, and Private Sector in order to advance learning in the project.
    In liaison with the project manager, link with partners (Other NGOs, County government and Faith Based Organizations, in mapping facilities integrated with the project in areas of focus.
    Work together with other stakeholders to ensure that key trainings meet the standard required to facilitate, provide knowledge and required skills

    Advocacy, Engagement, Partnership and Networking

    Advocate for the adoption of suitable technologies in the management of rangelands and livestock.
    Advocate for new models of and best practices in livestock management especially in terms of fodder production and feeding of animals
    Partner with livestock marketing organisations to incentivize the roll out of the livestock sale yard law and the use of livestock markets for the sale of animals
    Partner with institutions involved in rangeland management to review and implement grazing plans and transboundary rangeland resource sharing plans
    Create linkages and synergies among institutions involved in rangelands management
    Support the project manager in overseeing and coordination of relationships with local project stakeholders, with the aim of mobilizing local participants and promoting project activities and their impact.
    Strengthen connections with the broader program and foster productive working relationships with civil society organizations, government representatives, the private sector, and community-based organizations.

    Other duties

    Perform any other duty as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time.
    Participate and contribute in committees and task forces which you may be appointed to
    Participate and lead devotions as appropriate

    Project Planning and Implementation

    Together with the project team, support the development of Project Designs and Annual Operation Plans. (4D matrices, DIPs, Annual Budgets) and ensure budgetary utilization is within acceptable limits/range.
    In liaison with the project Manager, participate in the formulation and execution of operational work plans in alignment with the budget, results framework, and administrative directives endorsed by the Program Steering Committee (PSC).
    Ensure that business processes, standards and guidelines related to RAPID+ Project initiatives are effectively applied on a timely manner in project implementation including integration of cross cutting themes,
    Collaborate with relevant ministries and other relevant partners at the County and community levels to ensure integration and high-level implementation of the planned activities
    Together with the project manager, identify other opportunities in an ongoing manner that will add value to the overarching goal of the project

    Technical support

    Take lead and provide technical support and timely implementation of the K-RAPID+ Project activities
    Strengthen the institutions specialized in Livestock management to actively contribute to improved rangeland management.
    Support the devising and execution of innovative rangeland management interventions utilizing community-based systems, with a focus on addressing the needs of the most vulnerable members of society.
    Promote new technologies, applications and innovations among communities & county government to regenerate rangelands and increase biodiversity. Facilitate the comprehensive analysis of rangeland management structures, the policy landscape, and livelihood issues affecting the target groups.
    Promote increased household livelihood diversification through diversified production, Climate Smart Technologies, linkage to extension, markets & Market information
    Provide technical expertise to the project when the project issues call for proposals, as well as in contracting service providers and implementing entities in the rangelands and livestock management sub-sectors.
    Oversee the adherence of contract service providers, consultants, and implementing entities engaged by World Vision to the rangeland activities.
    Identify other opportunities in an ongoing manner that will add value to the overarching goal of the project.
    Facilitate community mindset transformation processes as a foundation to project sustainability in regards to rangelands and livestock management.

    Quality Assurance – M &E, Reporting and Documentation

    Conduct continuous activity and budget analysis to ensure adherence to the approved work, budget and procurement plans.
    Support the PO-MEAL to ensure quality Monthly, Quarterly, Semi- Annual and Annual reports prepared and submitted on timely basis.
    Systemically review DIP/budget and other key implementation tools as well as initiate innovative approaches that will open new opportunities for project success
    Make technical input into the planning and design of project specific operational researches, including baseline and end line evaluation and other relevant project assessments
    In liaison with the PO-MEAL, ensure that the process of learning is integrated into all project activities across the project cycle. Support accountability efforts by orchestrating project evaluation endeavours and guiding partners in their reflection on project experiences.
    Jointly with the project team, evaluate challenges in implementation and report any discrepancies or gaps to facilitate adjustments to plans and timelines.
    Support the project manager and PO-MEAL to ensure that all necessary documentation for assigned project activities is complete, including all required documents, and is organized according to agency and donor requirements.
    Register, track and regularly update beneficiaries’ database
    Support he project team to contextualize and use reporting guidelines to track and develop quality, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual and end of projects reports, key lessons and success stories in accordance with the guidelines and standardized tools.
    Support the PO-MEAL to develop a monitoring plan with communities and partners agreeing on the required standards for monitoring.
    Conduct regular group monitoring, data collection and analysis in coordination with the relevant stakeholders.
    Facilitate regular review and peer to peer learning meetings with government, target communities and relevant stakeholders
    Facilitate documentation of lessons and project impact to facilitate adoption in the course of the project implementation
    Support project assessment and learning processes including baseline surveys, midterm reviews and end of project evaluation.
    Support the PO-MEAL to supervise and monitor project interventions in strict adherence to WV Kenya, Kenya government regulations and other agreed standards.
    Ensure project data is captured, validated and updated on horizon and or any other approved World Vison Kenya (WVK) DM&E system.

    Capacity building

    In liaison with the Project team, support the identification of training needs and capacity-building initiatives for farmers, county staff and other public and private partners.
    Support the project team to coordinate with external stakeholders including, but not limited to, academia, NGOs, Government, and Private Sector in order to advance learning in the project.
    In liaison with the project manager, link with partners (Other NGOs, County government and Faith Based Organizations, in mapping facilities integrated with the project in areas of focus.
    Work together with other stakeholders to ensure that key trainings meet the standard required to facilitate, provide knowledge and required skills

    Advocacy, Engagement, Partnership and Networking

    Advocate for the adoption of suitable technologies in the management of rangelands and livestock.
    Advocate for new models of and best practices in livestock management especially in terms of fodder production and feeding of animals
    Partner with livestock marketing organisations to incentivize the roll out of the livestock sale yard law and the use of livestock markets for the sale of animals
    Partner with institutions involved in rangeland management to review and implement grazing plans and transboundary rangeland resource sharing plans
    Create linkages and synergies among institutions involved in rangelands management
    Support the project manager in overseeing and coordination of relationships with local project stakeholders, with the aim of mobilizing local participants and promoting project activities and their impact.
    Strengthen connections with the broader program and foster productive working relationships with civil society organizations, government representatives, the private sector, and community-based organizations.

    Other duties

    Perform any other duty as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time.
    Participate and contribute in committees and task forces which you may be appointed to
    Participate and lead devotions as appropriate

    Required Skills & professional Experience

    At least 2 years work experience in Rangeland Management, Livestock marketing, Food security and/or Livelihoods programming.
    Experience in market systems development is a plus.
    Experience in working on donor funded programs is an added advantage.
    Experience in implementing projects in areas that are prone to resource-based conflicts e.g. Northern Kenya.
    Ability to take initiatives, team player who is able to work with minimum supervision
    Must have outstanding oral and written communications and relationship skills 
    Demonstrated commitment to respect, equity, diversity and inclusion including gender equality.
    Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;

    Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification

    Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Range Management/Agriculture/Livestock or related development field from a recognized University.

    Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications

    Excellent English communication skills (both oral and written).
    A team player, capable of building staff and community capacity through training.
    Ability to take initiative, a team leader able to work with minimum supervision
    Cross-cultural sensitivity and emotional maturity
    Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts
    Good analytical and interpersonal skills
    Computer literacy particularly in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
    Working knowledge on Gender and Social Inclusion with additional training or skills in gender mainstreaming/integration is desirable.

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  • Driver – Kitise Project Officer – Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL) – Ng’oswet Project Officer – Sexual Reproductive Health Project Manager – Eldoret

    Driver – Kitise Project Officer – Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL) – Ng’oswet Project Officer – Sexual Reproductive Health Project Manager – Eldoret

    Key Responsibilities:
    Staff Facilitation

    Timely Facilitation of staff to and from work and to other official duties.
    Ensure safety of staff and vehicle while on journey
    Ensure mobilization of additional vehicles and drivers to facilitate key events such as major donor visits, campaigns, evaluations and baselines
    Ensure facilitation of staff / visitors / donors/ to and from the field

    Vehicle Care and Maintenance

    Ensure vehicle cleanliness all the time.
    Keep vehicle movement log book up to date.
    Check mechanical and operational soundness of the vehicle.
    To ensure that the vehicle is serviced at the required time.
    To check and ensure that all vehicle tools are in place and intact.
    Undertake minor repairs and recommend for major vehicle repairs.
    Park the vehicle at the recommended parking areas by WVK
    Seek for permission to use the car as per the laid down policy
    Obey traffic laws
    Maintain maximum care of the vehicle at all times.
    Submit all the vehicle spare keys to the Fleet management for safe custody.
    Surrender vehicle keys to the respective supervisors every end of trip
    Report all vehicle malfunctions to the fleet office.
    Initiate procurement process for all motor vehicle repairs and maintenance.

    Documentation & Reporting

    Prepare monthly and other vehicle reports and file copies of the same after approval.
    Forward all invoices and fuel returns to fleet management for payment process.
    In case of accident, forward detailed report for claim processing

    Administration

    Facilitate delivery of parcels/ mails
    In collaboration with Administration department liaise with service providers to ensure quality services
    Work with respective staff to plan and coordinate field facilitation services.
    Support in community mobilization
    Be bank gent for bank transactions

    Others

    Any other duty as assigned by the Supervisor
    Attend and participate in the staff devotions

    REQUIRED

    O level certificate with a clean driving license class A,A1, B, C, C1, D,
    Automobile Association of Kenya competence certification
    Three years’ experience in driving class A,A1, B, C, C1, and D vehicles.
    Basic knowledge of motor vehicle maintenance.
    Basic knowledge of first AID and other safety & security measure
    Basic security training
    Knowledge of transport regulatory acts/Law
    High professional ethics and whose integrity
    Excellent communication skills.

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  • Community Mobilizer Monitoring,Evaluation, Accountability & Learning Grant Officer

    Community Mobilizer Monitoring,Evaluation, Accountability & Learning Grant Officer

    Key Responsibilities:
    Major Activities
    End Results Expected
    35%
    Mobilization of Project Beneficiaries, Participants, stakeholders and Partners for Project Interventions.
    Support in planning and implementation of project activities as per the designs.

    Support Spiritual nurture, protection, participation and well-being of 1200 boys and girls in Kalobeyei Ward.
    Support all project initiatives to have a credible impact on the spirituality of children for holistic development of children.
    Support partnerships with churches and parachurch institutions for Discipleship, protection, participation, Spiritual Nature of Children and Values Formation.
    Support in compiling a database of all faith institutions engaged in Kalobeyei F&D Scale up project.
    Contribute to children’s flourishing and experiencing of God’s love through mobilizing children for Spiritual nurture and families, communities including churches and faith communities to participate in project activities in Kalobeyei Project area.
    Share inputs with the Project Officer in the development of annual plans and budget for submission to National Office.

    20%
    Project Effectiveness, reporting and Budget Utilization

    Support quality and effectiveness of the project activities as per the design and guidelines in full compliance with donor and other relevant partnership standards and guidelines.
    Utilize appropriate monitoring tools developed, reviewed, approved and disseminated through the Project Officer.  
    Support in implementation of evidence-based models for Spiritual nurture, protection, participation and well-being of children.
    Support day-to-day monitoring of Kalobeyei F&D Scale Up Project activities in line with M&E plan.
    Support in the gathering of accurate data and sharing timely information for compilation of monthly reports and success stories.
    Participate in Project’s planning and review meetings

    25%
    Monitoring, Evaluation  and Reporting  

    Successful implementation and reporting of project activities
    Improved quality and impact reporting of the project activities.

    10%
    Interfaith Engagement and Partnerships with Churches and Para-church institutions

    Engage and build positive relations with churches, Para-church and other faith organizations who are significant in the realization of the project  goals and objectives
    Maintain regular communication with all churches engaged in the grant implementation.
    Embrace Kalobeyei multi-religious context and encourage without compromising WVK Christian identity in Project site.
    Reduced conflicts and dividers during project implementation.
    Enhanced interfaith relations within the project site for enhancing CWB.
    Increased number of children participating in planned project activities planned

    5%
    Staff Christian Formation

    Support in leading of daily staff devotions and management devotion rota in Kakuma.
    Support in offering staff spiritual formation to Kakuma GFD staff.
    Continuous staff spiritual well-being and nurture.

    5%
    Others

    Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

    Diploma in Community development / theology or Christian ministry/ Development studies/ Social work / Education  or any other relevant field from a recognized institution
    At Least 2 years of work experience working with children institutions/organizations
    Experience in Christian Discipleship Programs e.g. working in Children Ministry, Working with Pastor’s Fellowship, School and Churches/Faith Based Organizations
    Experience in engaging communities and local partners
    Experience with child protection and adult safeguarding policy and practices
    Prior experience working in refugee context at community engagement level
    Computer literate.
    Ability to ride a motorbike will be an added advantage
    Certificate of good conduct

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  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning Grant Officer Project Coordinator OVC Case Management

    Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning Grant Officer Project Coordinator OVC Case Management

    Key Responsibilities:
    Project Planning

    Take lead in the design and implementation of a monitoring framework to track delivery against program objectives.
    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 SMART
    Review and update log frames, M&E Plans, Project indicators and periodic targets and detailed implementation plans.
    Support develop clear and implementable work break down structure for respective activities
    Identify and document the project geographical coverage and produce a RS/GIS activity /Project map.
    Ensure realistic scheduling of Program activities and budgets.
    Participating in the development of tools and guidelines for data collection, collation and reporting, with a focus on establishing Output and outcome Tracking, systemically checking data for quality, accuracy, and consistency, and providing feedback as necessary;
    Contribute to the design of MEAL methodology and child-focused indicators by the project team, and to the promotion of child participation in M&E planning and accountability.
    Provide support and participate in project design (assessments baseline surveys) and in the production of well-designed Disaster Management proposals that are LEAP aligned and reflective of community needs and contexts.

    Project Assessment, Monitoring, Reporting & Evaluation

    Provide technical leadership in implementing/mainstreaming the project M&E system to the existing M&E system in WVK.
    Monitor project implementation levels across three Counties and report progress, impact and best practices.
    Provide support in the maintenance of a comprehensive and updated database for OFDA Grant and DMT Projects.
    Provide technical leadership in carrying out baseline assessments, and end of project review across the three counties of the project sites
    Support development of ToR in collaboration with other project teams and identify specific data requirements
    Use process, output level quality benchmarks as reference to undertake field monitoring visits, focusing on programme quality aspects, discuss with relevant staff and share reports with relevant colleagues.
    Take charge of collating and analyzing data and synthesizing information, updating the monitoring matrix and other monitoring tools in place.
    Ensure timely analysis of monitoring data and dissemination to key stakeholders for management decision making.
    Follow up with project teams on programme quality improvement action plans. Ensure action points are followed up and relevant measures taken and incorporated into programming.
    Designing situation analysis, needs and baseline/end line assessments, external reviews, evaluations and documentation, and identifying resources, including technical resources, both within WVI and externally.
    Support the implementation of processes to review the quality of existing project data, information collection methods and the suitability of the existing data for the provision of sound baseline information.
    Representing the principles and work of WV to donors, Government, Media and other humanitarian stakeholders.
    Ensure established linkages between the M&E system of the project and the Humanitarian accountability requirements.
    Timely submission of monthly situational report
    Always ensure to store collected data securely as per policies relating to data protection for the project
    Coordinate project reflection and learning sessions in conjunction with other grant staff and project partners.
    Disseminate all project information related to M&E to staff and partners across the three counties
    Ensure Project alignment to the donors and support office evaluation protocols and methodological tools

    Database Management

    Provide MIS content/requirements and feedback to project team and document progress on indicators/achievement of targets (Logical Framework Approach – LFA) using Indicator Tracking Tables (ITT)
    Support the development of systems and processes for the implementation of M&E policy and procedure based on WV best practice, developing frameworks to integrate impact assessment and learning and knowledge management into the programme and project cycle; 
    Plan tracking for Project indicators of strategic relevance from secondary and primary data, with partners and communities
    Maintain a tracking spreadsheet for M&E activities and events – baselines, assessments, reviews, evaluations – tracking trends and recommendations, progressing their implementation where appropriate.
    Compile, consolidate and analyze quantitative and qualitative project data and contribute into subsequent reporting through monthly MEAL reports, updates, successes and issues from the MEAL tracking tools. 
    Review of reports and ensure alignment with LEAP and donor standards and are timely submitted.
    Ensure the development, contextualization and refining of M&E tools and resources needed to implement humanitarian accountability issues.
    Take lead in the analysis of data collected under the monitoring framework for assessment of progress and areas for improvement.
    Support remote sensing and GIS Mapping of Program activities, Outputs and Beneficiaries in all the Counties
    Ensure the appropriate use of information management systems in compliance with WV Kenya, GoK, and OFDA and in line with partnership agreements.

    Networking, Collaboration & Accountability

    Network and collaborate with relevant partners, and represent World Vision in Interagency Working Group Meetings
    Coordinate with external stakeholders including, but not limited to, academia, NGOs, Government, and Private Sector in order to advance the learning goal of the project
    Ensure sensitive complaints collection and handling through development of functional systems within the project 
    Ensure accountability assessments are conducted and capacity of staff built to undertake accountability assessments.
    Ensure effective community complaints response mechanisms in collaboration with communities are developed and functional
    Comply with and promote WV policies such as Child Safeguarding, Whistle blower and Fraud.

    Learning, Documentation & Capacity Development 

    Ensure continuous learning and documentation of lessons learnt and best practices for program design, monitoring and evaluation frameworks related to emergency response.
    Coordinate the sharing of learning related to MEAL practices across offices and provide support when internal/external reviews, evaluations, and lessons learned exercises should be employed.
    Support the development of project case studies, human interest stories, documentaries and other related materials
    Organize/ project learning events to document lessons learnt, good practices and areas of improvement.
    Ensure that lessons learnt and reports are documented (printed, visual) and published for sharing with the donor and other partners and proactively share information and learning with internal and external stakeholders
    Develop capacity building plans and support WV and partners in building their capacity in M&E, Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) and in the management of information systems, development of required formats, key indicators, needs assessments, frameworks for evaluation, qualitative documentation of outcomes and impact of projects.

    Project Management

    Ensure timely implementation of projects and follow up on deliverable completion of work plans and budgets, ensuring due dates are met
    Liaising with the relevant units/departments to ensure the completion of activities and documentation to support the procurement plans of the project
    Assist in ensuring effective communication within administration team and logistics
    Coordinating with partners on implementation of the project
    Create a list of electronic project documentation/files including reports, approvals and any other relevant documentation for historical record
    Ensure adherence to donor and WV policies and standards and regulations
    Provide overall leadership, coordination, management and administrative support in the absence of the Project Manager.

    Other Duties

    Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

    KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

    Background of implementing effective M&E systems and/or accountability mechanisms in emergency responses
    Proven technical ability around M&E (i.e. experience in Data collection on the Open data kit plat form and other mobile based applications, ability to conduct data analysis and interpretation)
    Demonstrable track-record in data tracking and evaluation, with the ability to support staff and partners on M&E methodology and analyze and disseminate information to a range of stakeholder audiences internally and externally;
    Well-developed research, analytical (qualitative and quantitative), documentation, report-writing and strategic planning skills, with particular competency in participatory research methods;
    Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
    Working knowledge of data/statistical programmes e.g. SPSS, Stata etc
    Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social sciences, Monitoring and Evaluation or Project management, Statistics or related discipline from a recognized University.
    Minimum four years practical experience in M&E system coordination/ implementation in a large international non-governmental organization or other international relief/development body;
    Experience in working on donor funded programs and experience with USAID/OFDA donor funded projects is an added advantage.
    Demonstrates personal integrity and trustworthiness
    Ability to conceptualize and put into practice well researched initiatives
    Demonstrated understanding of quality assurance systems, and continuous improvement, with particular emphasis on integration of accountability measures into all aspects of the project cycle;
    Empirical knowledge of humanitarian codes, principles and practice;
    Good team player, self-starter, has ability to work under minimum supervision and maintain good relationships;
    Commitment to WV Values, Mission and Vision
    Good analytical skills with appropriate attention to detail
    Facilitates appropriate information flow amongst staff
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills in English, with experience working in multicultural, multi-location, values driven teams;
    Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills.
    Practical knowledge of current thematic issues and debates in developing countries, and of the major institutional donors.
    Effective administrative skills

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  • Financial Services Digitization Manager, VisionFund International

    Financial Services Digitization Manager, VisionFund International

    Job Summary
    VFI as part of its 2030 strategy seeks to leverage its experience in operating MFIs in 25 countries, and specifically build on its work with World Vision through the THRIVE 2.0 project, to impact an additional 9 million children by enabling 3 million new clients to have access to financial services outside of its present network of MFIs.  This work will be led by the World Vision Global Inclusive Finance Team which is a small, new, internal team of specialists dedicated to working with World Vision and other partners to carry out our 2030 promise and goals, leveraging VF’s retail operations, expertise and innovations. This position is being created within the Inclusive Finance Group to accelerate and improve savings groups’ access to financial services through digital platforms as part of the THRIVE 2.0 11-country project.
    VisionFund is a leading provider of financial services for emerging markets. One of our biggest market growth opportunities is delivering products like micro-credit and micro-insurance to members of rural savings groups, which act as informal community banks for millions of underserved people around the world. To increase our growth in this strategic market, we have partnered with DreamStart Labs, an award-winning fintech whose DreamSave app makes it easy for savings groups to digitize their operations. In addition, VFI and WV are exploring partnering opportunities with FCO (Farm Concern International) and MasterCard digital platforms for accessing finance for smallholder farmers. 
    Major Responsibilities
    VisionFund is seeking an experienced market development manager to develop and implement global ways of delivering innovative financial services to informal community savings groups and small holder farmers through digital platforms as part of the THRIVE 2.0 project. This is a unique role for someone with experience in international development, microfinance, and technology who wants to help us change the game for millions of people in some of the world’s poorest communities.
    As our Financial Services Digitization Manager, you will work with key leaders at VisionFund, World Vision, DreamStart Labs and other partners to accelerate all aspects of the partnership. Your primary goal will be to help us build a successful business that helps millions of unbanked people around the world achieve their dreams of a better life.
    Specially, the job holder will:

    Coordinate with DreamStart Lab to utilize data from the DreamSave app to help VisionFund streamline the process of delivering financial products to WV savings groups. 
    Leverage partnership with DreamStart Labs to enable a range of VisionFund financial products (credit, insurance, savings) that can be offered to savings groups worldwide through the DreamSave app. Coordinate with other strategic partners like Mastercard and FCI to find additional opportunities for go-to-market synergy.
    Work with DreamSave end users, VisionFund and World Vision field staff, and in collaboration with VFI Agriculture Finance Manager work with other market stakeholders such as FCI and Mastercard to enable continuous feedback on the needs of the market. Bring these insights back to VisionFund and DreamStart Labs to help us improve products delivered by the partnership.
    Work with measurement and evaluation teams at World Vision Global Centre and WVUS Thrive 2.0 ICT Integration Manager to track progress on key goals and ensure they are reflected in global dashboards for strategic decisions makers and outside donors. 

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    Required Professional Experience 

    Must have +7 years of experience working with financial institutions in emerging markets. Familiarity with products like microcredit and microinsurance is a strong plus. 
    Must have experience working in complex international development environments in emerging markets. Experience with informal savings groups is a strong plus. 
    Must be technically knowledgeable and have experience working closely with technology products or partners. Experience with mobile apps, cloud services, and Microsoft Power BI are required.  
    Experience with project management tools like Trello, Asana, or Microsoft Project are a strong plus. 
    Passionate about our mission to help unbanked people in emerging markets break the cycle of poverty.  
    Excellent people skills, with a proven ability to build trust and influence stakeholders across a variety of different teams. 
    Intuitive listener, with experience assessing market needs. 
    Strong operational leadership experience with proven skills in project planning and project management. 

    Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification 

    University degree in a relevant field 

    Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications 

    Preferred field-level experience in savings groups and microfinance  
    Knowledge/experience working with VSLA/Savings Group apps is a plus. 

    Travel and Language Requirements

    The position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time.
    Very high level of English written and verbal.  Preference for French or Spanish fluency ​

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  • Communications Officer – Emergency Response Project Officer – MEAL (K – RAPID) Communications Officer (Content Development Internal and External Engagement) Communications Officer (Photography & Videography) Driver – Marsabit Driver – Tana River System Administrator

    Communications Officer – Emergency Response Project Officer – MEAL (K – RAPID) Communications Officer (Content Development Internal and External Engagement) Communications Officer (Photography & Videography) Driver – Marsabit Driver – Tana River System Administrator

    Key Responsibilities:
    Emergency Response Communications

    Provide leadership with emergency Response communications support through content creation and dissemination, ensuring information is shared among staff and key internal audiences and external partners, using appropriate platforms.
    Design communications materials for social media, website and other platforms.
    Coordinate with the World Vision Disaster Management department and other Response teams to identify key audiences (funding, advocacy, partnering, influence, community) and craft a focused communication (or external engagement) plan, objectives, activities and plans to deliver and evaluate them.
    Ensure content complies with child protection and informed consent protocols and treats subjects with dignity.
    Provide communications support to promote grant, technical and sector function positioning and visibility.
    Monitor and manage reputation risk issues associated with emergency responses and comply with World Vision risk reporting protocols.
    Establish processes to deliver rapid sign-off of messaging and content in collaboration with response managers and National Office Senior Leadership Team.
    Collaborate with global, regional and national disaster management team colleagues to define key issues, messaging, and communications channels communications initiatives.
    Collect stories, write and publish in media, WVK website or social media.
    Help plan and execute communications plan for the various responses in a support or lead capacity.

    Internal Communications

    Establish response communications systems and processes to generate content in coordination with Disaster Management teams.
    Identify, brief and train spokespeople to ensure professional on-message media engagement that promotes World Vision’s response operations.
    Lead the production and dissemination of response reports for World Vision Kenya COVER Response and other Responses that may emerge (including Sit Reps).
    Work with Response Director/Manager and other emergency functions to provide regular updates to the National Office, region and partnership.
    With National Office (NO) support and guidance, execute required Communications Policies and Communications Strategy, ensure staff understanding and monitor for compliance.
    Regularly update World Vision Kenya’s website, Facebook page, YouTube Channel, Twitter and other media channels, including relevant appeal pages on wvi.org

    Media Relations

    Liaise with Support Office (SO), Global Centre (GC) and other World Vision entity communications to pursue, prioritize, coordinate, pitch, react to and manage media interviews, opportunities and content, including development of press releases.
    Facilitate local and international media visits to market & profile World Vision Kenya’s responses as they occur.
    Ensure all materials are shared via World Vision Relief.
    Develop and update response narrative, key messages, Q&As and guidelines in order to proactively and effectively position WVK’s humanitarian crises and World Vision’s response.
    Develop and maintain key media contacts and build relationships with different media houses.
    Support the handling and management of all media crisis communications within the guidelines of the National Office, Regional Office and World Vision International.

    Others

    Participate in Trans teams and support other initiatives by partners in the spirit of integration
    Any other duties as might be assigned from time to time

    KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor of Arts in journalism or communications/public relations or at least 3 years (or more) relevant working experience in related field.
    At least 5 years’ prior experience in emergency communications
    Experience working with media and drafting key messages.
    English language fluency (written and verbal).
    Excellent writing, videography and photography skills.
    Excellent interpersonal skills (specifically with working with people from a variety of cultures).
    High level of confidence and confidentiality.
    Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office and Adobe Creative Suite (Lightroom, Premiere Pro, InDesign).
    Experience updating and creating content for social media and website
    Photo editing skills are desirable
    Media Council of Kenya accreditation
    Public Relations Society of Kenya Member

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  • Intern – Supply Chain Administrator, Global Communications & Public Engagement

    Intern – Supply Chain Administrator, Global Communications & Public Engagement

    Key Responsibilities:
    The intern will work closely with the staff in the department whole being exposed to the following areas to develop their skills: –
    Planning

    Assist to review procurement plan and monitor execution.
    Assist in reviewing requests and seek approval of internal customers on modifications of original requests.
    Identify alternative supply sources for materials / services not under contract
    Ensure safe delivery and receipt of ordered materials.

    Strategic Sourcing

    Assist with execute the Market Assessment and Supplier Pre-Qualification process as per the set guidelines based on the set guidelines for the assigned categories.
    Assist in managing the RFQ/RFP Process including baselines & price survey methodologies as per the approved framework for the assigned categories.

    Supplier contact relationship and management

    Assist in compiling accurately the master data management form (or contract/supplier register)
    Monitor and complete contract close-out, renewal or retender, as appropriate for the assigned commodities.
    Ensure that contractual conditions and performance indicators are understood by the suppliers.
    Assist in identify & resolve or escalate contract-related issues both internally and externally.
    Analyze supplier performance based on customer feedback information & other sources and coordinate with supplier for improvement.

    Procurement Execution

    Receive incoming Purchase Requisitions (Pending Buyer Action), verify specifications are clear, conduct sourcing event if required items are not already on contract, update the PR with actual supplier record and release PR for approval.
    Follow Procurement Polices and guidelines in Supplier Award decisions under the applicable threshold.
    Consolidates all required documentation for presentation to Finance for timely supplier payment for materials and services delivered.

    Data Management and analysis

    Assist to collect and analyze organization-wide data to support decision-making
    Provide support in the design of the business metrics to monitor SCM performance and alerting management when the performance trigger is violated.
    Prepare summary report of supplier bid responses for Procurement Committee award decision meetings
    Assist to track and analyze procurement performance and savings against established target levels 

    Process, Procedure and Policy

    Conduct all procurement related tasks as per the approved procurement policies, processes and guidelines.
    Collect customer feedback relating to the policies, processes and guidelines, and report to NO Management for improvements or change,

    Systems Development & Implementation

    Collect and collate useful data which can be used to improve the general systems established and communicate this information to immediate Supervisor

    Control & Compliance

    Assist to conduct supplier pre-qualification for all new-suppliers and maintain records.
    Participate in development of risk identification & assessment tools, registers and other tools and assessing SCM and contractual risks for procurements of goods, works or services
    Maintain proper filing and record keeping as per the guidelines set by the management.
    Coordinate with Requesters to close out open POs in a timely manner.
    Perform any other duty as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time
    Participate and contribute in committees and task forces as may be signed from time to time

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
    Those eligible to apply for graduate internship programme shall be Kenyan citizens who meet the following criteria;

    Bachelor’s degree graduates who either are beneficiaries of child sponsorship, or have experienced the impact of WV’s community development in their homes will be given priority.
    Graduates who show genuine desire and ability to serve among the poor in rural and semi urban areas of Kenya.
    Graduates who are practicing Christians regardless of denomination, gender and ethnic background.
    Graduates with demonstrated good character, honesty, high competency and generally in good physical and emotional health.
    Graduates who are willing to commit their time on the project for the entire year.
    Graduates who have completed studies in bachelor’s degree in either Commerce (Procurement) or Procurement or Supply Chain Management or relevant field of study within the last 1 (one) year.

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  • Intern- Information Technology (ICT Department) GRIP Intern – Faith and Development Director of Disaster Recovery Financing Solutions, Inclusive Finance Group, VisionFund International

    Intern- Information Technology (ICT Department) GRIP Intern – Faith and Development Director of Disaster Recovery Financing Solutions, Inclusive Finance Group, VisionFund International

    Key Responsibilities:
    The intern will work closely with the staff in the department, while being exposed to the following areas to develop their skills: –
    Digital Workplace Analysis and Service Desk Support

    Digital Workplace planning and documentation
    Support development of customer satisfaction levels and ensure they are achieved through established metrics against SLAs.
    Provide support to develop, implement, operate and maintain End User Digital Technologies. Facilitates and provides input to the design/development process.
    Support day-to-day technical support to end users – triage, resolve or escalate reported incidents and problems.
    Support Research on trouble issues which affect multiple clients.
    Works with vendor technical support personnel on solutions for client’s issues.
    Provide responsive support for problems found during normal working hours as well as outside normal working hours.
    Generate activity and status reports and share with the supervisor.
    Support the process of closing customer feedback loop for Continuous Service Improvement
    Support continuous improvement of digital IT workspace service improvements and offerings to end users via proactive measurement, evaluation and ideation.
    Support the process of closing customer feedback loop for Continuous Service Improvement
    Support regular customer experience and satisfaction surveys.

    Software Development, Server Administration and Cloud Services

    Needs assessment for software systems for the organization’s needs.
    Maintenance, Modification and regular improvement of existing software systems
    Regular back up of local servers and supporting migration to cloud servers.
    Regular data cleaning of user data in the servers to ensure integrity of the data.
    Support updates and patching of the organization’s servers

    Network and Infrastructure Management

    Network monitoring, troubleshooting and documentation.
    Support seamless connectivity in the HQ and field offices.
    Troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity issues in the National Office as well as the field offices.
    Support management of infrastructure power systems and power backup systems
    Participate in supervising on-site preventative maintenance and repair of infrastructure.

    Business Analysis and Vendor Management

    Ensures that all technical resources are available for meetings that include video conferencing.
    Monitors services provided by vendors to ensure service levels meet requirements.
    Participate in evaluation of vendor solutions to ensure compliance with requirements and policies.
    Support in enrolment of the solutions to staff while supporting the staff with any technical issues related to the solutions.

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
    Those eligible to apply for graduate internship program shall be Kenyan citizens who meet the following criteria: –

    Bachelor’s degree graduates who either are beneficiaries of child sponsorship or have experienced the impact of WV’s community development in their homes will be given priority.
    Graduates who show genuine desire and ability to serve among the poor in rural and semi urban areas of Kenya.
    Graduates who are practicing Christians regardless of denomination, gender and ethnic background.
    Graduates with demonstrated good character, honesty, high competency and generally in good physical and emotional health.
    Graduates who are willing to commit their time on the project for the entire year.
    Graduates who have completed studies in bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Information Technology or in any related or transferrable field of study within the last 1 (one) year.

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