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  • Information and Technology (IT) Manager

    Information and Technology (IT) Manager

    Job Summary

    Education, Language & Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, with at least over 7 years related work experience; and
    Professional certification in systems engineering and systems administration.

    Essential Knowledge, skills and Experience

    Demonstrated ability to manage IT systems and staff remotely through appropriate technology;
    Demonstrated ability to plan and execute technology projects and system implementations effectively; and
    Management skills with demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

    Responsibilities

    Areas of Responsibility

    Ensure high level of IT continuity plans for core systems are maintained and tested to the agreed standards and frequency;
    Plan and develop IT budgets, lead on IT process mapping and infrastructure projects management;
    Recommend and implement new IT strategies, policies and procedures by evaluating the organization outcomes;
    Review and communicate impact of new solution rollouts and coordinate country IT on solution rollouts;
    Provide technical input to the new technology solutions and advise on risk management strategies and impact;
    Monitor upgrades and security backups of hardware and software systems; and
    Manage crisis situations, which may involve complex technical hardware or software problems; and
    Network configuration assessments, and implementing Hardware/software upgrades and improvements.

    Apply via :

    aid.org

  • GS Transformation Lead Internal Auditor

    GS Transformation Lead Internal Auditor

    Grade: Grade F (circa 70k GBP per annum)

    Location: Preference for Johannesburg, Nairobi or London.

    Reporting to: Secretary General, ActionAid International

    Contract: Fixed Term Employee, 12 months. Open to consultancy contract arrangements

    Start: Immediate

    The Role:

    ActionAid International is looking to recruit a Transformation Lead to drive an organisational change process for the Global Secretariat (GS), planned for late 2020 and into 2021. Set for a 12-month fixed term period, the role is preferably based in one of our ‘hubs’ of Johannesburg, Nairobi or London with flexibility for other locations and contracting types for the right candidate. The newly created position will design and drive the delivery of the change management programme, working with ActionAid’s International Leadership Team (ILT) and key stakeholders on organisational design, communications and new ways of working.

    As an experienced change agent, you’ll be responsible for developing and executing a participatory transformation plan aimed at streamlining the organisation. This will include designing a consultation process with staff and key stakeholders, managing a communications strategy, identifying options and alternatives, and implementing a programmatic and organisational design to maximise the impact and efficient use of resources.

    You yourself will thrive on feedback and will be committed to participatory change processes in the not-for-profit sector, with a solid track record of delivery and discretion, displaying strong feminist leadership principles

    Main Duties:

    Design and implement a clear and simple overarching change management approach and programme.
    Lead a change task force, working with teams across various work streams including management and comms / engagement activities.
    Own all aspects of the change management framework working with the leadership team and key stakeholders to provide assurance in consistency and planning.
    Assess the impact of all changes within the GS, as well as design and deliver appropriate interventions to enable the change to transition smoothly.
    Manage indirect reports for the delivery of transition activity.
    Ensure that the transformation work connects with other change projects within ActionAid.
    Act as key advisor and change business partner to the Secretary General and ILT.
    Contribute to the systems used to evaluate and monitor the success of changes in the forthcoming year.
    Preparing critical internal communications, including being chief scribe for the Secretary General around relevant change processes and communications.  

    Person Specification:

    Strong experience in mobilising and delivering large scale organisational and behavioural change.
    Consultancy and facilitation experience in ideally an international, federated organisation.
    Change programme management knowledge or experience.
    An understanding of organisational design to improve efficiency and risk mitigation.
    In depth experience in Project Management, including working with cross-functional teams.
    Understanding or awareness of Feminist Leadership Principles
    Well networked and able to access complementary skills as needed throughout the process.
    Ability to implement changes sensitively and with minimal disruption.

    Skills and experience:

    Change management experience, ideally 4-6 years hands-on consulting experience from a management consulting firm with experience of working on engagements in a complex international environment.
    Experienced in business improvement and/or performance improvement
    Comfort working with Microsoft technologies e.g. Office 365, Teams, SharePoint and Yammer.
    A passion for international development, humanitarian work, poverty alleviation and improving the lives of women and girls 
    Autonomous, positive thinker, highly flexible and willing to work independently as a leader, as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
    Aptitude for critical and analytical thinking.
    An entrepreneurial proactive and creative thinker, able to identify opportunities, both for the process and in ways of working.
    Excellent stakeholder management with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
    Ability to keep the change management process on track, including key milestones, timelines and budgets.
    Excellent communication skills with a high level of verbal and written presentation.

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    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  Given COVID-19 restrictions most of our team remain temporarily home based. Should existing travel restrictions lift through the term of the contract, an ability to travel to hub locations would be desirable.Candidates need to demonstrate the right to work in Johannesburg, Nairobi or London at the time of appointment. 

    Closing date for applications is Friday, November 6th and for a conversation about the role, please contact Louise Barber on Louise.Barber@actionaid.org.

    Apply via :

    Louise.Barber@actionaid.org

  • Campaigns and Communications Officer

    Campaigns and Communications Officer

    Directorate/Cluster: Programmes & Global Engagement
    Location: London, Nairobi, Johannesburg
    Duration: Maternity Cover – Fixed Term (3 days a week) until December 2020
    GS Pay Grade: C/Local Terms and Conditions of employment will apply**
    ActionAid International seeks an experienced Campaigns and Communications Officer who will report to the International Project Coordinator. The ideal candidate will be responsible to effectively implement campaign, advocacy and communications plans for the multi-country Norad-funded Tax Justice and Gender Responsive Public Education projects as well as support the development of campaign, capacity, alliance and advocacy budgets and budget tracking.
    Responsibilities

    Support development of, coordinate, manage and deliver campaign actions, events and advocacy activities in order to meet agreed organisational and project specific objectives and targets;
    Work with ActionAid member countries and other Global Secretariat stakeholders to ensure effective ownership of these activities;
    Support project countries with their project-related advocacy, communication and campaign plans to ensure delivery on project objectives, are linked to organisational strategic priorities and meet country teams’ needs;
    Work with designers, translators, printers to create attractive campaign materials to support NORAD national project countries and regional and international advocacy;
    Work with the Global Engagement Team, Project Coordinator and MEL & Research Coordinator to contribute to the organisation’s knowledge and learning campaigns culture; and
    Liaises with project countries to ensure ActionAid and key partner social media spaces are regularly used for sharing content such as blogs, photos and videos. Writes or share blogs and tweets, etc. where requested.

    Required Skills and Qualifications

    Relevant Bachelors degree; A Masters degree would be an added advantage.
    Previous involvement in campaigning actions and campaign or communications planning.
    Experience of undertaking research, fact-checks, and writing for an external audience.
    Strong written and spoken English.

    ActionAid values diversity and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all groups. Should you not have received feedback on your application within two months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. We reserve the right to withdraw any of our vacancies at any time. Agency candidates will not be considered.

    Apply via :

    al.bamboohr.com

  • Head of Support Services – ESARO – (200000R7)

    Head of Support Services – ESARO – (200000R7)

    As a member of the ESA Regional Finance Leadership team, the Head of Support Services (HSS) shares in the overall responsibility for the strategic direction and coordination of the ESA Regional and Sub Offices. The Head of Support Services (HSS) in his / her capacity will be accountable for overseeing the RO Finance and Support Services functions in both leadership and strategic contexts and is considered to be a key Business Partner for the RO Senior Leadership Team (SLT). HSS will be accountable for Regional Office Financial management, controls and compliance, providing strategic leadership to RO Projects, IT, logistics, procurement and Administration functions.
    RO projects will range from strategic initiatives that simplify policies, processes and systems to specific operational improvements. Projects will not be limited strictly to the domain of finance and will involve other systems that have control, compliance and reporting implications.
    In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal job description and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
    QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
    Essential

    Business Administration, Commence or Accounting degree from a leading university.
    Leadership skills, including the ability to supervise and motivate qualified professional staff with strong personal value systems.
    Analytical, decision making and strategic planning skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
    Ability to coach, mentor, delegate appropriately and provide developmental guidance to staff.

    Desirable

    Strong project and change management skills.
    Good understanding of Kenyan Tax and Statutory Compliance requirements.
    Computer fluency; highly competent using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and experience working in complex financial systems like SUN systems, Agresso, PeopleSoft etc…
    At least 5 years of financial management and Administration experience in complex organization.
    Experience of working in a fast-paced environment with high levels of change and quick turnaround times, whilst delivering to the highest standards.
    Excellent communication skills (written and oral English), including the ability to communicate and present to key stakeholders at all levels within the organisation.
    Excellent attention to detail; planning, management and coordination skills.
    Cultural awareness and the ability to work collaboratively in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
    Strategic finance business partner with strong influencing skills, sharp business acumen and sound judgment.
    Personal circumstances and commitment to travel to all country offices in the region; 10% – 15% travel expected in the role.
    Commitment to Save the Children values.

    Contract duration: 2 years
    The Organisation
    We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
    We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

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

    We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
    Application Information:
    Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at careers
    We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
    All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.
    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

  • Project Finance Lead

    Project Finance Lead

    Directorate / Cluster: Finance & Operations
    Grade: E
    Location: Nairobi Hub / Johannesburg
    Duration: Open Ended
    This role has both line management for a pool of project accountants, and matrix management of other accountants employed directly by project teams.
    Areas of Responsibility
    Coordinating and leading finance support to donor-funded projects:

    Manage project accountant resource availability and allocate to projects to ensure maximum efficiency.
    Coordinate appropriate resources to develop proposals and, where this is not available, produce those proposals and budgets.
    Sign-off all complex budgets to ensure that donor guidelines are met, and that cost-recovery has been built in at acceptable levels (including budget-relieving projects).
    Undertake regular personal training on the correct use of financial systems and roil this out as required to all project accountants, producing and retaining documentation as appropriate to ensure sustainable processes.
    Produce and utilise new starters guide specific to the technical aspects of the role of project accountants.
    Document evidence of how practices amongst project accountants meets ActionAid’s internal assurance standards, and those of donors.

    Financial Management:

    Produce consolidated budgets, forecasts and quarterly management accounts with brief summaries of project progress (financial aspects) and financial risk register for review by the International Leadership Team.
    Review proposed coding structures of each project in Sun 6.3 to ensure donor and internal reporting can be automated (including budget-relieving amounts and co-financing).
    Roll forward all restricted projects in the finance system at year-end, working with the Global Secretariat Finance Manager to obtain approval.
    Conclude and close all restricted projects in Sun 6.3 (Action Aids finance system), preparing final journals for approval by the Director, linked to final donor report.
    Ensure project authorisation structure in Sun 6.3 adheres to internal and donor procurement guidelines.
    Act as a subject matter expert on ActionAids cost-recovery practices.
    Ensure financial aspects of the Contract Management System are correct and up to date for all restricted projects managed by the Global Secretariat.
    Conduct monthly meeting with Global Secretariat Finance Manager to ensure consistent financial practices and use of the system, resolve discrepancies and document unresolved exceptions for review by Director.
    Conduct monthly review of all payroll journals, other transactions and restricted fund balances and verify them with project managers, identifying and posting corrective transactions asappropriate.
    Identify trends of incorrect transaction processing and control weaknesses, address them with project accountants and keep a running log of problems identified and overcome for training purposes.

    People Management:

    Directly line manage a pool of project accountants and allocate them to smaller projects as appropriate.
    Matrix manage project accountants (those aligned directly to projects) and ensure consistency with other project accountants in all HR matters
    Working with project managers, allocate all project accountants to projects to ensure fair distribution of work and 100% cost-recovery for those roles and self.

    Education, Language & Qualifications

    Qualified Accountant
    Excellent oral and written communication in English

    Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience

    Substantial post-qualification experience in the NGO sector.
    Demonstrable and significant experience of the following:
    Working as the most senior finance person on complex donor-funded projects;
    Managing a team of more than three staff (over an extended period in the last three years) and resolving complex HROD matters;
    Managing complex organisational change through to conclusion;
    Hands-on correction of financial records in relation to historical and complex errors, and oversight of the same through others;
    Creating management information to support decisions up to Director and Board level;
    Documenting best-practice, applying it through self and others, and in creating sustainable finance practices that are not dependent on any one individual.
    Knowledge (and practical application of) the international regulatory environment for INGOs.

    Desired behaviours and competencies

    Builds productive working relationships with co-workers and external parties, whilst valuing diversity (gender, race, culture),
    Expresses ideas clearly and concisely; disseminates information about decisions and plans proactively
    A strong commitment to ActionAid values and the feminist leadership principles.

  • Data Protection Lead

    Data Protection Lead

    Job Details
    You will lead in developing a global data protection and privacy policy and related information and IT security standards for our 45-country Federation. This means implementing systems, training and controls to ensure compliance with relevant data protection legislation and regulation, most importantly the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You will also act as the designated Data Protection Officer for ActionAid International’s Global Secretariat, reporting to and liaising with regulatory authorities as required.
    This is a highly visible position, both internally and externally, and will require exceptional influencing and relationship management skills as you work to promote data protection best practice across the entire organisation. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role in a global but decentralized organisation, preferably in the non-profit sector. You should hold relevant professional qualifications such as CIPP/E, CIPP/T, CIPM, and have excellent knowledge of GDPR and other data protection or privacy laws and regulations potentially applicable to AAI.

  • Global Accountability in Emergencies

    Global Accountability in Emergencies

    Do you want to advise, support and build the policy capacity of the Humanitarian (HUM) group members and connect then to global policy platforms for advocacy? Then this is your chance!
    The Global Accountability in Emergencies Advisor will advise, support and build the policy capacity of the HUM group members and connect them to global policy platforms for advocacy. This will entail advocacy and policy work as well as supporting on research around accountability in emergencies.
    We expect you to:

    Have a relevant higher education.
    Have at least five years post graduate work experience in relevant subject field, including work experience from developing countries.
    Have extensive hands on experience including implementation of projects and programmes/detailed knowledge of the content and application of the Grand Bargain commitments, key international standards relating to emergency work and humanitarian accountability.Have significant experience in networking, advocacy and policy work.
    Have field experience in disaster environments.
    Have experience of providing support and guidance across development programmes/projects – particularly in multi-country settings.
    Have knowledge of media monitoring and advocacy.

    We offer you

    A two-year contract (please note that the Advisor may start the contract at the country of residence while waiting for work permit in Kenya).
    A monthly salary of 2,834 Euro.
    A pension with monthly employer’s contribution of 283 Euro and employee’s contribution of 87 Euro.
    A relocation allowance of 667 Euro + 333 Euro per dependent.
    A House Allowance of 900 Euro.
    An Education Allowance up to 4,450 Euro per child.

    Application deadline: 3 February 2019 at midnight Danish time (CET)
    We only receive applications through our recruitment system, as such please use the link below to submit your application. Any applications sent through email will not be taken into consideration.

  • Digital Campaigner Internal Communications Coordinator

    Digital Campaigner Internal Communications Coordinator

    Job Description
    The role will coordinate ActionAid’s regional and global online advocacy and campaigns presence and advises countries on digital strategies. You will be responsible for making the online presence of the signature campaign come to life. Leads the development and roll-out of communication and digital engagement tools and products for signature campaign, support country campaigns and our youth programming and engagement. To qualify for this role you need a Relevant Bachelors or Master’s degree or more than five years’ experience in civil society campaigning.
     

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  • Fundraising Systems Manager

    Fundraising Systems Manager

    DIRECTORATE: Finance and Operations
    Location: Global Secretariat Hub Office (Nairobi, Johannesburg, London)
    Salary: Grade D
    Local terms and conditions of the national GS Hub office/ Country office will apply
    At ActionAid International we are now looking for an experienced Systems Manager with a degree in computer science. If you are ready to take on a new challenge and use your IT systems skills to make a positive difference, then this is exactly the opportunity we can offer you as Fundraising Systems Manager. Join us and use your talents to fight against poverty and injustice by making a major contribution to our digital transformation.
    The ideal candidate will have a proven background in current technologies and be capable of leveraging this to benefit the organisations Fundraising activities and collaborating with internal stakeholders including Business and Technology teams to deliver continual improvements to the Federations core fundraising systems and processes. Your role will oversee the management of the technology and tools adopted in our innovative transformation of Fundraising business solutions including digital platforms, mobile technology, hardware and infrastructure. You will also take responsibility for ensuring that the reporting and analytical needs of Fundraising are fully embedded and managed within the Analytics platform of choice as well as work as part of the Analytics project team to ensure both current and future needs of the Federation are met.
    To achieve this, you will possess broad experience of systems, infrastructure databases and languages as well as knowledge of the Microsoft Stack including 0365 toolsets and Sharepoint online. You will also have a good understanding of other digital technologies and tools and have proven experience of having worked on a digital transformation project.
    Your technical abilities will be complemented by excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as the capability to work collaboratively within a team environment and meet tight deadlines.

  • Finance Officer, 6 Months Maternity Cover

    Finance Officer, 6 Months Maternity Cover

    DURATION – 6 MONTHS MATERNITY COVER
    Local terms and conditions of employment will apply
    We are now looking for a Finance Officer with in-depth understanding and experience of financial and management accounting procedures. If you are ready to take on a CV enhancing role that will use your talents and develop your skills; look no further than this position at ActionAid International.
    Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

    Ensuring financial integrity of the Nairobi GS office
    Making payments to suppliers in line with the agreed policies and procedures
    Ensuring that supplier invoice and payment information is accounted for in accurately and timely manner
    Managing petty cash
    Preparing banking instructions, letters or forms to effect money transfer/payments etc
    Performing bank reconciliations and follow up reconciling items promptly
    Processing the local payroll correctly
    Maintaining the Fixed Assets register
    Performing balance sheet reconciliations
    Supporting budget holders in analysis and updating information
    Handling staff claims and expenses
    Coordinating and organizing for Hub Audits
    Ensuring compliance with national regulatory and statutory requirements.

    Desired qualifications

    Tertiary level qualification in Finance
    Proficient English: Can speak and write as well as a native adult of the language
    Ability to work in a multicultural context/ environment, engage in social justice activism/advocacy and demonstrate innovative practices
    Good experience in a financial or management accounting environment
    Proven track record of control account management
    Commitment to ActionAid’s vision, mission, values and ways of working.

    If you meet this description and wish to make a big impact, please visit AAI website.
    Due to high volumes of applications received, we can only correspond with short listed applicants. ActionAid International promotes diversity and welcomes applications from all section of the community.