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Research Assistant

Role Purpose :

The Research Assistants will work directly with the supervisors to collect data during different research and evaluation studies and any other data entry job within Kisumu County while called upon. The successful candidates will be retained in our roster database for a period of one-year renewable subject to performance. The engagement will be on need basis.

Key Areas of Accountability :

Working with communities where the studies will be implemented to mobilize community members targeted during the interviews using appropriate channels.
Conducting both qualitative and quantitative interviews (FGDs, KIIs, In-depth interviews and household assessments) for various studies and assessment.
Collating data from all the tools and working with supervisors to ensure that data collected is of high quality
Working with (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) MEAL team to troubleshoot data collection tools
Submitting all data through the provided platforms, that include KoBo and CommCare and other survey forms as guided by the supervisor.
Support in Office Clerical work at the support departments.
Submitting daily field reports on progress to the supervisor during catch up meetings.
Reporting any child protection/ safeguarding issue encountered during the assessment/study.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability:

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

Ambition:

Sets ambitious and challenging goals for self and education team
Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
Future orientated, thinks strategically

Collaboration and Collaboration:

Establish good working relationship with BOMs, teachers and target communities members
Build and maintain effective relationships with the education team, other colleagues, members and external partners and supporters

Creativity:

Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions as per the country strategy
Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

Honest, encourages openness and transparency

Qualifications:

Possession of a recognized diploma in a relevant field or a Bachelor’s degree (e.g., social sciences, development studies, public health, IT, statistics, biostatistics) or equivalent experience is an added advantage.
Strong research experience in both qualitative and quantitative research (focus group discussions, in-depth interviews and key informant interviews)
Experience using information communication technology (ICT) with reputable research organizations/NGOs will be an added advantage
Fluency in English and Kiswahili both written and oral.
Excellent communication and interpersonal and report writing skills.
Applicants must be a resident of either of the following counties: Embu, Kajiado, Kisumu, Nairobi.
Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge and experience in health systems and community structures is preferable.
Local understanding of geographical context and Language will be added advantage.

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November 1, 2024
IT Intern

JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Technology Innovations (50%)

Analyze, design and develop web or mobile applications systems as per user requirements and organization standards.
Consult with systems users to establish requirements for modifications to existing systems or deployment of new systems.
Provide a clear and well-structured system documentation for new / existing systems.
Provide support to the deployed IT innovation and implement immediate resolution to software problems.
Work together with Program teams to build T4D initiatives

End User / Technical Support (40%)

Provide day-to-day end user support on general computer applications and IT systems in the Country and Field Offices.
Provide training materials and procedures, and/or train users in the proper use of hardware and software.
Provide end user support and resolution of technical issues via email, phone and other means of communication.
Provide preventive and corrective maintenance of desktop, laptops computer, scanners, projectors and network equipment.

IT Helpdesk (10%)

Maintain and log IT issues using the in-house IT incident reporting system of daily support requests, the issues raised and remedial action taken.
Refer major hardware or software problems or defective products to vendors or technicians for service.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Advanced Diploma or Degree in Information Technology or related field
Some knowledge on the concept of User Experience (UX) Research & Design and Design Thinking Process.
Passionate about Business Process Automation, Analytics and/or innovation.
Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages
Basic knowledge in visualization tools such as Power BI will be an added advantage
Familiarity with Microsoft Platforms ,SharePoint ,Power Aps
Basic Knowledge in System Administration and Networking.

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November 1, 2024
Head of Health, Nutrition and WASH

ROLE PURPOSE:

Head of Health, Nutrition and WASH (Head of HN&W) takes overall responsibility for the strategic direction and coordination of Save the Children’s work on health, nutrition and WASH in the Kenya and Madagascar Country Office. As a senior member of the programme development and quality (PDQ) team, the Head of HN&W is responsible for leading and overseeing the development and delivery of high quality, innovative, cost-effective programmes in Health, Nutrition & WASH (HN&W) both in humanitarian as well as long-term development, resulting in immediate and lasting change for children. The Head of HN&W is also responsible for initiating and taking technical leadership in HN&W focused studies, documentation and dissemination of innovation and good practices, leading on policy research and advocacy on HN&W through networking and collaboration with relevant civil society organisations and other institutions, and playing a leading role in establishing, maintaining and expanding donor relations for the sector.

Contract Duration:

2 years (with possibility of extension)

Reports to:

Director, Programme Development and Quality

Directly reports:

Health Technical Specialists, Nutrition Technical Specialists, WASH Technical Specialist.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Programme Development & Innovation

Lead on development of thematic strategy in HN&W including household practices, public health, nutrition and WASH services in line with Save the Children’s Country Strategic Plan for Kenya and Madagascar.
Lead in developing and realising ambitious yet practical HN&W plans as part of the Country Annual Plans.
Work together with PDQ and operations teams to initiate and design high quality, cost-effective, innovative and sustainable project proposals and concept notes for the sector.
Proactively seek information on potential donor sources and share project opportunities in HN&W with PDQ and operations teams linking to Country strategies on HN&W.
Seek strategic linkages, wherever applicable, with other thematic areas of the Kenya programme i.e. Child protection, education, child poverty, and child rights governance (CRG) for developing integrated programmes for difficult to reach children in Kenya and Madagascar.
Stay abreast of developments and innovations in the field of HN&W interventions within the region and globally, and integrate these developments into programming as appropriate.
Facilitate working groups to stimulate innovative ideas and test new approaches.
Stay abreast of emerging trends, building internal capacity to identify and test new ideas, and identifying, incubating and road mapping the roll out of new initiatives.

Technical Assistance and Capacity Building

Lead the development and implementation of relevant and sustainable capacity building strategy for field teams and partners including consortium partners on HN&W in coordination with the operations teams.
Provide technical guidance and inputs where relevant to the PDQ and operations teams and consortium partners and conduct technical review of donor reports to ensure that the reports are of high quality from a technical point of view as per expectations in the project proposals.
Assist the PDQ team to enhance the capacity of operations teams in developing appropriate systems for documenting and storing relevant information/data needed for donor and member reporting.
Provide elaborations and as required directions and trainings to teams in operations teams involved in delivering projects focusing on appropriate approaches and methodologies; conceptual and practical frameworks; standards and tools for effective and quality delivery of HN&W programmes.

Representation and Advocacy

Represent Save the Children in relevant internal and external fora including donor meetings (as appropriate) related to HN&W.
Work closely with the Head of Advocacy and Campaigns, PDQ and operations teams to develop policy research and advocacy strategy in HN&W in line with the Country Strategic Plan and global strategy of Save the Children.
Leverage donor interest and government policies for the difficult to reach children in Kenya and Madagascar both in humanitarian and development situations through targeted advocacy/key messages.
Identify and capitalise key opportunities and events for Save the Children to position itself as the leading organisation for reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health (RMNCAH) and nutrition in Kenya and Madagascar.
Work with consortium members wherever applicable to further Save the Children’s mission for children.

People Management, Mentoring and Development

Ensure that all technical staff in HN&W understand and are able to adapt their roles in both humanitarian and development contexts.
Manage the HN&W technical (PDQ) team; define expectations, provide leadership and support as needed, and evaluate direct reports regularly .
Ensure the recruitment, training, and promotion of staff as appropriate; ensure availability of and support appropriate professional development opportunities for staff in HN&W
Incorporate staff development strategies and Performance Management Systems into team building process.
Oversee that all HN&W staff proactively build and maintain technical skills and competencies required for leading and/or inputting for first class programmes – both development and humanitarian nature
Manage the performance of all direct reports through: effective use of the Performance Management System including the establishment of clear, measureable objectives, ongoing feedback, periodic reviews and fair and unbiased evaluations; coaching, mentoring and other developmental opportunities; recognition and rewards for outstanding performance; documentation of performance that is less than satisfactory, with appropriate performance improvement plans.
Support the development of an organisational culture that reflects our dual mandate values, promotes accountability and high performance, encourages a team culture of learning, creativity and innovation, and frees up our people to deliver outstanding results for children and excellent customer service for our members and donors.

Assessment, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning

Work closely with the Head of MEAL and take a lead in ensuring that all HN&W projects and components have robust monitoring plans, baselines, reviews and evaluations in line with project designs and donor guidelines.
Technically assist the PDQ team in measuring achievement and progress towards program goals and results through the MEAL system.
Lead and work closely with the pdqteam to identify and lead strategic ground breaking research in HN&W for development of innovative programmes and issue-based advocacy.
Facilitate appropriate dissemination of research findings and good practices documentations in the projects internally and externally to donors, governments, consortium partners and other key actors strategic for immediate and sustainable development of children in Kenya and Madagascar.

Knowledge Management

Serve as a technical knowledge, skills and experience hub for the sector in Kenya and Madagascar, and in doing so play a leading role in introducing innovations in HN&W programmes (gained from existing and emerging Save the Children’s global knowledge and practices) and in turn documenting and sharing best practices and innovations for replication and advocacy together with quality programme team.
Work with technical resources among Save the Children members to facilitate sharing and learning in HN&W good practices and leverage their support for strengthening HN&W related studies, assessments, innovations, advocacy, and capacity building in favour of children in Kenya and Madagascar.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability:

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

Ambition:

Sets ambitious and challenging goals for self and education team
Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
Future orientated, thinks strategically

Collaboration and Collaboration:

Establish good working relationship with boms, teachers and target communities members
Build and maintain effective relationships with the education team, other colleagues, members and external partners and supporters

Creativity:

Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions as per the country strategy
Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

Honest, encourages openness and transparency

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential

Degree in Medicine with a post graduate degree in public health/global health; community health; or health management with training and experience in and project planning and management techniques.
Knowledge of current global and regional public health debates in health and nutrition.
Recommended a minimum of twelve years of relevant technical experience including at senior level.
Experience working within the devolved Kenyan health system is a must.
Proven experience of developing and managing high quality, innovative and cost-effective technical HN&W projects in in development and humanitarian/ emergency/ fragile setting.s
Proven experience and skills in research and advocacy and influencing institutional, private and/or corporate donors and writing up high quality donor reports .
Experience of working with local/national governments and capacity building of systems, partners and staff.
Ability to extensively travel for project monitoring and provide on-site technical support to field teams.
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching .
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international and matrix. management environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets.
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in.
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies.
Commitment to Save the Children values. Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner.
Commitment to Save the Children values.

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November 1, 2024
Programme Development and Quality (PDQ) Intern T4D Intern Knowledge Management and Learning Intern Supply Chain Intern Safety & Security Intern Health Intern Tech Hub Intern IT Intern Finance Intern HR & Administration Intern

Objective of Internship

Save the Children is committed to providing opportunities to young people to be exposed to the workplace. By endorsing an active internship policy, Save the Children is able to provide a unique opportunity for young professionals to build their capacity on programming for children. We provide them with short-term placement to sharpen their knowledge and skills in their respective professions through the internship program.

The Internship opportunities are available in the following functions:

Programme Development and Quality (PDQ) Intern (Nairobi); The PDQ intern will be part of Save the Children Kenya and Madagascar Country Office. He/ She will provide coordination support to the Programme Development Quality and Impact (PDQ) team under the guidance of the Director of Programme Development and Quality. The PDQ intern will support the day-to-day work of the PDQ team including; work planning, information management, coordination of processes and research. He/she will work closely with the ACCM team and contribute to the department’s priorities under the guidance of the Head of A&C and the Comms & Media Manager. The intern’s tasks will vary depending on the needs and ongoing work of the PDQ team.

Internship Period: 3 Months with possibility of extension for another 3 months’ subject to performance.

The intern will demonstrate motivated participation in the learning experience.
The intern will participate in the orientation programs of the organization and abide by all terms and conditions as set out in the internship agreement.
At the end of the assignment, the intern will provide a comprehensive report demonstrating learning and achievements during the internship as guided by the supervisor.

Professional Requirements

Graduates from reputable national, regional or international universities studying disciplines relevant to the work of the Save the Children International.
Undergraduate degree, who have not yet entered the formal employment arena are encouraged to apply.
Letter of endorsement from appropriate university department where applicable.
Should be available on full time for the duration of the programme.
For Finance, in addition to a first degree, candidates should be either fully qualified CPA/ACCA or studying for the final part of either of the two courses.

Personal Attributes

A high degree of self-motivation, positive attitude, drive and the ability to contribute to a multi-cultural, team-based work environment.
Strong networking capacity and excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask; work flexibly, creatively and under pressure in response to needs or changing demands.
Extremely well organized.
Highest ethical standards.

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October 31, 2024
Global Human Resources Business Partner Humanitarian Officer – Health Informatics and Research Global Safety and Senior Security Advisor

Role Purpose:

Drawing on unique knowledge as a people professional, partner with designated Senior Leadership Team members and their leadership teams to help build organizational and people capabilities through delivering learning and development interventions, effective talent management, driving continuous improvement within the P&O function and being the reward and employee relations contact point and recruitment escalation point for your teams. The role is pivotal in driving high employee engagement ensuring employee voices are central to everything we do. The role holder needs to be able to influence at the highest level whilst also getting involved in the detail to problem solve and deliver a great HR service.

In order to be successful, you will bring/have:

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential

Good organisational planning skills and a proven ability to work with a large degree of independence, managing own workload and priorities and identifying opportunities to add value to the business.
Proven record of accomplishment of change management within a multi-disciplinary and multi-site organisation.
Adaptable and flexible and be able to manage changing priorities.
Supporting and influencing others, enabling effective working as a member of a team and in collaboration with staff and volunteers with full commitment to organisational goals.
Excellent interpersonal skills, collaborative style and approach, and ability to work effectively across cultures.
Proven experience of managing a wide range of employee relation’s casework and operating successfully in an advisory capacity with a generalist approach.
Demonstrates strong business acumen, ensuring that HR policy or development activity addresses the business needs, providing consistent, business relevant advice to senior line managers and other HR staff.
Proactive with plenty of initiative.
Knowledge and good understanding of diversity issues including some understanding of issues around gender, age, cultural sensitivity and a commitment to SCI’s values and principles of equal opportunities.
Experience in a generalist HR role within a large, complex global organisation.
Sound knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice across the full spectrum of HR activity.

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October 30, 2024
Learning Solutions Specialist Humanitarian Leadership Academy (HLA) Re-Advertisement Liaison Officer

QUALIFICATIONS

University degree in a relevant subject and / or demonstratable professional experience

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Technical/Professional

Ability to work as part of a high performing team and work effectively across the different functions to ensure maximum effectiveness and impact, including quality assurance elements
Significant experience of designing, developing and implementing high quality and impactful user-centred blended learning programmes to support identified need, including through learning needs analysis
Strong expertise in learning curriculum development and application of adult learning theory
Project and programme management experience
A first-class facilitator – collaborative and open networker
Understanding of the humanitarian sector and its architecture and how its evolving
Passion and energy to work in pursuit of transforming humanitarian response globally
Highly effective in influencing, negotiating and lobbying
Strong representational and communication skills, able to articulate a vision, strategy, or idea clearly and concisely
The ability to build effective trust-based relationships and networks
Experience in Civil Society Strengthening and organisational development
Ability to travel internationally, occasionally at short notice and to remote and insecure locations

Desirable

Language skills in addition to English, French or Arabic
Knowledge of integrating diversity and inclusion and intersectional approaches to gender equality into capacity strengthening work
Experience in designing and leading scenario-learning and immersive simulations

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October 30, 2024
Regional Award Management Officer

ROLE PURPOSE:

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

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: Regional Awards Manager.

Staff reporting to this post: N/A

Role Dimensions: This role will work closely with the Regional Office Awards team, East and Southern Africa Country office Awards teams, ESA COs partnership focal points, SCI Centre Awards team, Regional office Program Operations, Finance and PDQI teams etc.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Award Management

Award Management System (AMS)

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

Award Management for SCI Directly Received Awards

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

Management Reporting & Analysis

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

Partnerships – Sub awards and sub grantee management

Support program staff to comply with Save the Children partnership policies and procedures and ensure all implementing partners undergo legal vetting on AMS and preparation of partner agreements are undertaken as per partnership processes to ensure donor compliance.
Working with CO Awards and Partnership teams, ensure that the partner data integrity and completeness of information in the system for all partner documentation including reports is uploaded onto AMS through spot checks of AMS data.
Support coordination of the monthly calls with Partnership Focal points to discuss partnership management and share best practices.

Humanitarian Response

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

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability:

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

Ambition:

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

Collaboration:

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

Creativity:

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

Integrity:

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

QUALIFICATIONS

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

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential:

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

Desirable:

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

Additional job responsibilities

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

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October 30, 2024
Finance Manager

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Finance Manager will support the Head of Finance with developing and implementing the financial strategy of Kenya & Madagascar Country Office, and will deputize for the Head of Finance whilst he / she in on leave.
The jobholder has overall responsibility of the Financial planning, analysis and reporting function with a particular focus on providing excellent financial business partnering services to the program implementation team. They will also be responsible for ensuring best in class financial management at field office level – including leadership in respect to capacity building; implementing efficient & effective processes; improving and ensuring compliance with internal control systems. The Finance Manager will also be strongly involved with SCI global change projects (HPO), ensuring that the financial component of these projects are successfully implemented.

SCOPE OF ROLE:
Reports to:

Head of Finance

Staff reporting to this post:

4 direct reports – 2* Budgeting & Reporting Coordinators, 2 * Finance and Awards coordinators

Role Dimensions:

Save the Children works throughout Kenya & Madagascar with 8 field offices, approximately 450 staff and portfolio of USD 32 million.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY :
Budgeting & Reporting

Act as the key strategic Finance Business Partner to the Head of Finance and Program Implementation team to support key decision making.
Ownership of the master budget process at Country Office and Field levels – ensuring proactive decision making, the efficient and effective allocation of resources, and financial sustainability (zero gap)
Provide financial expertise to the donor budget proposal process to ensure proposals are: high quality; reflect the needs on the ground; include the necessary shared costs
Working with the program implementation team to phase and realign budgets
Providing high quality weekly and monthly financial BVA reports
Mitigate the risk of donor disallowances by ensuring that awards are proactively managed and closed out effectively from a financial perspective
Ensure budget holders understand their responsibilities (e.g., through training and capacity building).
Identify and effectively manage all key risks, especially financial, related to delivering the Country Office program
Provide value added ad hoc financial analysis to budget holders to inform decision making

Partnership Development and Management

Undertaking capacity assessment of partners’ organization in order to identify capacity gaps and areas of support that the partners will require for effective implementation of the programme financial management requirements.
Undertake regular support visits to the partners organizations to discuss financial and operational issues/progress and identify ways in which SCI can provide the needed support.
Support the development of partners’ project budgets, work plan, cash transfer plans and procurement plans.
Support partners external audit exercise and follow up to ensure that the auditors’ recommendations are followed up and implemented.
Monitor and follow up the implementation of the agreed work plan and budget to ensure that the programme objectives are being realized in accordance to the programme and partnership agreement and take the necessary actions for any identified deviations.

Field Operations Finance

Ensuring best in class financial management at field office level – including leadership in respect to recruitment and succession planning; capacity building; implementing efficient & effective processes and accounting systems; improving and ensuring compliance with internal controls. This should include regular visits to the field locations.

Staff Leadership, Mentorship, and Development

Ensure appropriate staffing and efficient & effective organization design within the Budgeting & Reporting, and Field Finance teams.
Ensure that all staff understand and are empowered to perform their role.
Manage team; define expectations, provide leadership and technical support as needed, and evaluate direct reports regularly.
Recruitment, training, and professional development of team as part of the wider staff development strategy.
Performance Management :

Effective use of the Performance Management System including the establishment of clear, measureable objectives; ongoing feedback; periodic reviews; and fair and unbiased evaluations;
Coaching, mentoring and other developmental opportunities;
Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance;
Documentation of performance that is less than satisfactory, with appropriate performance improvements/ work plans

Any other duties assigned by the Line Manager.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)
Accountability:

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

Ambition:

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

Collaboration:

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

Creativity:

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

Integrity:

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

BA Degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Administration, or other relevant discipline.
Master Degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Administration, or other relevant discipline preferred.
Chartered Accountant (CPA, ACMA, ACA, ACCA) required.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Essential

Minimum of 8+ years management experience in a corporate or an NGO environment, of which three to five years at senior management level within a finance department
Strategic mindset with the ability to lead, inspire and achieve results in a challenging context
Strong team player
Excellent inter-personal skills and able to communicate with diverse set of stakeholders
Strong analytical, decision making and strategic planning skills with the ability articulate complex information in an easy to understand manner
Solutions focused with ability to identify weaknesses and drive continuous improvement
Ability to prioritise, plan ahead, and manage a complex and diverse workload with tight deadlines
Ability to coach, mentor, delegate appropriately and provide developmental guidance to supervised staff.
Self starter who is willing to go the extra mile to get the job done
Excellent understanding of business and financial planning including strategic modelling.
Excellent understanding of budgeting and budget management.
Excellent understanding of financial systems and procedures.
Excellent understanding of computerised accounts packages, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
A full appreciation of the value of co-operation, both internationally and within a team environment.
Understanding of Save the Children’s vision and mission and a commitment to its objectives and values.
Written and verbal fluency in English

Desirable

7 years within the NGO / charities sector
Experience of working in an emergency context.
Understanding of major donor compliance regulations (USAID, Dfid, ECHO, UN, etc)

Additional job responsibilities:

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

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October 30, 2024
WASH Officer WASH Adviser – Humanitarian Surge Team

ROLE PURPOSE:

The incumbent of this position represents Save the Children values and principles in interactions with staff and external audiences. These values and principles include commitment to the mission of Save the Children international, team orientation, quality management and leadership development, introducing systems and procedures to strengthen staff motivation and productivity.

In response to the ongoing food insecurity and crisis in South Sudan, humanitarian actors are providing assistance and alleviate the suffering of the people. Having its experience in South Sudan for over 20 years, Save the Children will implement this livelihood based response that integrates WASH in Aweil East, Northern Bahr El Ghazal State through SSJR 3. The South Sudan Joint Response 3 (SSJR 3) Project aims to saving lives and alleviate suffering of those most in need of assistance and protection, and protect the rights and uphold the dignity of the most vulnerable.

The post holder will be responsible for overall community mobilization and engagement, timely planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and review of the project. The post holder will specifically oversee the Emergency Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) components of the South Sudan Joint Response Emergency Project – Phase 3 (SSJR 3) for its successful implementation according to approved donor and government agreements. It will also ensure that the human, material and financial resources of the project are well managed in line with plan financial, grant management and other approved guidelines in close collaboration with the project and other team members. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

Role Dimensions:

Internal: All Staff and all Managers in Save the Children Field Programme level, field manager; Operations Manager, Finance, Logistics and HR in Juba
External: County level sections, Local and International NGOs and UN Agencies in the field location

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY :

To ensure the Emergency Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) component of the project is implemented according to the approved donor and government agreements.
Conduct baseline assessment on community needs, existing WASH related initiatives (water supply, sanitation and hygiene), existing infrastructures and capacities in WASH, and identify the project intervention’s sites.
Prepare annual, quarterly and monthly action plans of project activities related to WASH, including checklist for assessments, monitoring, review and evaluation of project activities.
Responsible for specifying and ordering required materials for WASH interventions with in planned timeframe
Ensure goods and stocks are properly recorded and distributed in accordance with funding documentation.
Mobilise the community to participate in the project and encourage all groups to participate in the project
Facilitate trainings and promotional activities towards improving the hygiene and sanitation practices of the local experts and communities
Ensure that WASH activities are integrated with other activities for optimum benefit of the beneficiaries.
Work with project SSJR 3, other project team members and WASH Technical Advisor at the CO to identify the technical support needs of the project and ensure this support is provided
Develop and regularly update a detailed project work plan guiding the project implementation and ensure this is used by the project team to monitor project progress towards completion the WASH component of the project.
Coordinate and attend WASH related meetings at County levels
Liaise with other actors for appropriate response in WASH sector in close consultation with the immediate supervisors
Compile weekly, monthly and periodical progress reports both for internal and external consumption
Oversee Monitoring and Evaluation activities in WASH component.
Comply with all relevant policies and procedures with respect to child protection, health and safety, security, equal opportunities and other relevant policies

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability:

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

Ambition:

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

Collaboration:

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

Creativity:

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

Integrity:

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

QUALIFICATIONS

BA / BSc Degree or more in Water Engineering, Environmental Health, Sanitary Engineering, Hydraulics and Water Resource Development and other related fields

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential

At least 2 years relevant project management experiences in emergencies, or WASH related projects in international NGOs or similar organisations.
Understanding of and experience in the project implementation techniques, participatory planning, implementation and monitoring basic practices;
Experience in assessment, design, bill of quantity preparation and hygiene promotion tools in WASH
Proven skills on managing changes, achieving results, ensuring quality, team building and capacity building.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including cultural sensitivity, assertiveness and negotiating skills.
Ability and willingness to work in remote rural areas and under pressure as part of a professional team
Prepare terms of reference and contractual agreements with contractors.
Experience in developing and monitoring budgets
Computer literate in word processing, excel packages and internet use
An understanding of child rights and their protection and fulfilment in the development context.
Spoken and written fluency in English and computer literacy (MS Office and email/internet);)

Deadline: 27 JUL 2023 – 20:00 EAT

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Education Officer

ROLE PURPOSE:

Education Officer will be part of the project implementation team. He/she will be responsible for coordinating and supporting Education activities in Mandera in line with approved programme design. He/she will work closely with programme manager and education manager to ensure all activities and implemented in line with donor and SCI standards. The Education Officer will ensure good working relationship with the target beneficiaries and other stakeholders at community level.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

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

Qualifications.

Essential:

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

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October 30, 2024