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  • Consultant Gastroenterologist Consultant Obstetrician/ Gynecologist (OB-GYN) Consultant Ophthalmologist General Anesthesiologist Human Resource Officer Radio-Sonographer Critical Care Nursing Lecturer – Tenwek Hospital School of Health Sciences Neurosurgical Clinical Officer Biomedical Engineer – CTC Electrical Engineer – CTC Maintenance Manager – CTC

    Consultant Gastroenterologist Consultant Obstetrician/ Gynecologist (OB-GYN) Consultant Ophthalmologist General Anesthesiologist Human Resource Officer Radio-Sonographer Critical Care Nursing Lecturer – Tenwek Hospital School of Health Sciences Neurosurgical Clinical Officer Biomedical Engineer – CTC Electrical Engineer – CTC Maintenance Manager – CTC

    Principal Duties and Responsibilities

    To provide a high standard and full range of specialist diagnosis, treatment and care to patients who need
    gastroenterology services.
    To provide advice and assessment of patients as requested by the medical teams during routine rounds.
    To cover the day ward, outpatients and endoscopy sessions.
    To participate in the Tenwek Hospital’s audit programme.
    To contribute to the development of Clinical Quality Standards.
    To undertake all necessary administrative duties associated with the care of his/her patients, including but not limited to
    clinical coding, discharge summaries, letters and reports.
    To be responsible to the Director of Medical Services for the effective and efficient use of the resources under his/her
    control and for the quality of care delivered.
    To contribute to the planning and development of endoscopy services.
    To contribute to Tenwek Hospital’s meetings and clinical governance programme.
    To contribute to the teaching of Tenwek Hospital’s residents and staff.
    To contribute to the academic life of Tenwek Hospitaland to promote and undertake research initiatives should this
    become relevant.
    Carry out the necessary clinical duties to ensure the optimum care and treatment of patients.
    Comply with the work schedule as developed by the Hospital.
    Promote patient care by liaison with all departments.
    Participate in local and national specialty clinical meetings
    To maintain and develop professional expertise through self-directed learning and continuous professional development.

    Minimum Requirements

    MBChB or equivalent recognized by KMPDC.
    Master of Medicine degree or equivalent recognized specialty qualification.
    Sub-specialty fellowship recognized by KMPDC.
    Registered or eligible for registration by KMPDC.
    Minimum 5 years experience post-graduate training.
    Should have at least 1-year experience working as a Sub-specialist.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
    Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team

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    Submit your detailed resume, a cover letter and a *statement of faith outlining your qualifications and why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this role.
    Addressed to:The Human Resources & Administration Director
    Tenwek Hospital
    P.O. Box 39 – 20400
    BOMETApplications should be sent directly through the email: recruit@tenwekhosp.org by 21st July 2023 with the position being applied for as subject line.
    Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
    We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing and all communications will be done through official line and email
    NOTE: Hard Copy applications will not be accepted. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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    recruit@tenwekhosp.org

  • Waiters and Waitresses

    Waiters and Waitresses

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Promptly welcome and receive guests.
    Ensure members and guests are escorted to their tables and issued with a menu.
    Ensure efficient turn-around of orders.
    Ensure all customers are catered for equally.
    Ensure all users are billed according to their orders.
    Frequently clear utensils from tables and service areas.
    Prepare and dress tables as per the required Club standards.
    Ensure that utensils placed on tables are clean and in good condition.
    Assist in setting up of the buffet tables.
    Report any breakages of equipment.

    Required Qualifications and Experience

    Diploma in Hotel and Catering management.
    Certification in food and beverage course.
    A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a busy establishment.

    Personal attributes & Functional Skills

    Strong customer service and team working skills.
    The flexibility to work shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.
    Physical stamina to stand long hours on your feet.
    Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
    Customer service skills experience.
    Excellent planning, and time management.
    Ability to build and maintain relationships with both staff, guests, and members.
    A great sense of urgency in execution of tasks.

    Interested external applicants should send their updated CVs and application letters to recruitment@karen.or.ke by 5:00 p.m. on 31st July 2023 with the email subject being Waiter or Waitress. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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  • Procurement Officer – Shared Services Centre Procurement Assistant – Shared Services Centre

    Procurement Officer – Shared Services Centre Procurement Assistant – Shared Services Centre

    ABOUT THE SHARED SERVICES CENTRE

    The Shared Services Centre is a Centre of Excellence based in the MEESA region office.    The centre is committed to a reliable, efficient and effective service to the MEESA regions at a competitive price.  Its ultimate goal is to be trusted, predictable, and dependable to our clients at all times and to ensure commitment to excellent turnaround times in all our service delivery.

    ABOUT THE ROLE

    The Procurement Officer will be responsible for support of the general procurement transactional activities within SSC.  Provides day to day implementation of procurement in compliance with Plan’s global policies, best practices, local regulations and business needs. 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.
    REPORTS TO – SSC Procurement Coordinator

    TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

    Essential Knowledge and Experience:

     Holder of a Degree in Procurement, Supply chain management, business administration or related course
     CIPS accreditation
     Minimum (3) years of progressive NGO experience in procurement, contract management, administration or related area
     Experience on VAT exemptions procedures and Knowledge of Kenya Government procurement requirements
     Ability to operate standard office equipment
     Knowledge of SAP or any other procurement software will be an added advantage

    Desired Knowledge and Experience:

     Ability to work and interact with others at all levels
     Hands on experience and skilled in Admin & Logistics support 
     Strong People skills
     Excellent planning and coordination skills
     Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

    Skills:

     Service oriented and customer centric
     Good oral and verbal communication skills
     Good time management and organisational skills.
     Negotiation and networking skills
     Presentational and problem -solving skills
     Willingness to learn and ability to work in a collaborative and inclusive manner
     Accuracy, attention to detail 
     Good interpersonal skills, flexible and team player
     Committed, honest and sincere

    Languages required:

     Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

    Behaviors:

     Role model our values and behaviors both internally and externally. 
     Engages sensitively on issues of gender equality and inclusion, demonstrating an understanding.
     Promotes equality, including gender equality, inclusion and girls’ empowerment in Plan’s work and in its work with partners
     The ability to build collaborative working relationships
     Uses creativity to challenge the norm and promote innovation and thinks and acts for the wider organization – linking Interactions opportunities with the context of the wider organizational strategy
     Communicates effectively at and with a range of appropriate styles for different audiences
     Builds capability through knowledge sharing, networking, mentoring, coaching and advocates the importance of knowledge management.

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  • Country Office People and Culture Officer (Internal Advert) Finance and Grants Coordinator – CEN

    Country Office People and Culture Officer (Internal Advert) Finance and Grants Coordinator – CEN

    ABOUT THE ROLE

    This role is responsible for interpreting and consistently applying people and culture policies and procedures to enhance employee satisfaction, engagement, and well-being, fostering a positive workplace culture. Additionally, this role provides administrative support to the People and Culture function at Plan International Kenya.

    ACCOUNTABILITIES

    P&C Reporting and Data Management 20%

    Prepare and submit periodic P&C reports for management review and decision making.
    Track staff life cycle milestones and prompt for timely action (recruitment, induction, probationary period, contract end dates, clearance, etc)
    Track and follow-up with line managers on recruitment and placement tasks to ensure all PIK recruitments are within the stated time to hire indicator.
    Liaise with SSC for timely delivery of service for all requested P&C work processes. 
    Run periodic HRIS and physical staff file audits for quality control on the CO data to ensure data integrity and up to date data management. 
    Liaise with SSC P&C Operations officer on employee life cycle data updates on the HRIS and staff files. 
    Develop and manage a central repository of CO P&C data (Job Descriptions, audit recommendations, action plans)
    Preparing a summary of exit interviews reports and in conjunction with P&C Manager ensure development of action plans on matters arising.

    P&C Administration 20%

    Organizing and coordinating all people and culture oriented/related meetings and taking minutes (including PIK monthly staff meetings)
    Plan and coordinate the monthly all staff meeting. 
    Administrative management of the P&C calendar of initiatives, tracking progress and action plans
    Consulting with line managers to develop Learning and development and recruitment plans.
    Monitor all Employment matters actively in court and in liaison with the Country P&C provide data and information as appropriate. 
    Monitor P&C budget utilization and facilitate purchase requisition and payment processing
    Informing the Shared Services Centre of staff on staff exits, bereavements and other staff welfare matters as necessary.

    Employee Welfare & Engagement 20%

    Coordinate implementation of employee engagement and welfare programs that align with the PIK’s strategic goals and culture, including recognition initiatives, team-building activities, and wellness programs.
    Monitor and report on engagement metrics and make recommendations for improvement.
    Analyze trends and adjust engagement strategies as necessary.
    Conduct surveys and gather feedback to understand employee satisfaction levels.
    Facilitate purchase of wedding and birthday gifts, farewell gift vouchers and support bereaved members as per policies provided and acceptable practices;

    Occupational Health & Safety 15%

    Liaise with Admin, Security and Shared Service Centre to ensure Occupational Safety and Health standards at PIK Offices are upheld, including annual OSH audits and office certifications.
    Follow-up on implementation of annual OSH audit recommendation action plans as developed and agreed on by CMT.
    Act as a member of health and safety committee for KCO and facilitate implementation of health and wellness strategies.
    Ensure adequate staff awareness on Occupational Safety and Health act and practices at PIK

    P&C Policies and Procedures 5%

    Provide interpretation to all staff on PIK and PII P&C policies and procedures and Kenyan labour laws application. 
    Ensure all staff read and understand all P&C policies and procedures, handle any queries regarding the policies. 

    Compensation and Benefits 5%

    Collate and provide data on staff compensation and benefits for the annual salary review.
    Support in the implementation compensation and benefits projects
    Regularly participate in salary surveys to ensure Plan accesses relevant data on market trends.

    Employee Relations 5% 

    Deal with and respond to queries/complaints from staff regarding employee relations matters. 
    Providing counselling services to all staff for prompt conflict resolution as per P&C policies
    Assisting in hearing and termination/dismissal processes as assigned

    Safeguarding (5%)

    Ensure that Plan International’s global policy for Safeguarding and PII policy for Preventing Sexual Harassment Exploitation and Abuse; and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.

    Others (5%) 

    Other duties as assigned by the line manager.

     TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE

    Qualification/ experience essential:

    A Bachelor’s degree in HR in a related field with a Higher Diploma in HR Management.
    Membership with IHRM.
    At least 3 years of relevant experience in the HR field preferably in INGO 
    Conversant with Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) 

    Desired 

    Certification as a Human Resource Practitioner (CHRP).

    Languages required

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

     

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  • Finance Officer – Payables and Partners

    Finance Officer – Payables and Partners

    ABOUT THE ROLE 

    Finance Officer – Payables & Partners is responsible for supporting the accounts payable and maintaining strong financial relationships with partners and vendors. This role ensures that all payables are processed accurately and timely, in compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The role also plays a key role in supporting the financial aspects of partnerships, including contract management, financial reporting, and audits. The objective is to ensure the efficient handling of payables and to foster positive and effective financial partnerships. 

    ACCOUNTABILITIES 

    Payment Processing  

    Review financial transactions for completeness and submit them for approval. 
    Receives & reviews all fully approved bank payment requests for completeness, processes them in SAP, and uploads them on NBOL/bank for approval. 
    Review all partner advances requests, process payment, and subsequently process partner advances liquidations in the SAP advances module. 
    Prepares bank payments related to JVs 
    Processes fund requests for all approved travels and subsequent liquidations as per Plan policies 
    Monitors MPESA float and initiates timely replenishment 
    Issue remittance advice to payees 
    Ensure adherence to the accounts Payables Service Agreement Levels KPIs 

    Reconciliation  

    Prepares monthly reconciliations and analyses of payables GL accounts 
    Analyse and clear all open items in receivable and tax ledgers. 

    Period-end Processing  

    Timely filing of all the relevant documents  
    Review transaction postings and prepare correction journals for errors before period closure. 
    Prepare adjustment journals for accruals and expense prepayments and redistribute support costs to projects. 
    Prepare allocated financial reports on monthly, quarterly, and annual, including ad-hoc reports 
    Support audits in providing support and explanations for sampled transactions. 
    Posting of apportioned costs and allocated SSC costs to the respective entities  Posting of grant Journals and recharging of GH expenses monthly 
    Coordinates all Audit requirements and reports. 
    Ensure that all financial documents are correctly filed for easy retrieval 

     Intercompany Payments  

    Analyse recharges, allocate the charge codes, and initiate queries for unsupported recharges. 
    Process inter-company transactions and ensure reconciliation with different countries/IH. 
    Initiate queries for unsupported recharges, follow up on outstanding items, and prepare monthly status reports. 

     Grants and Partner management  

    Review partner liquidations/expenses and prepare project reports on monthly, quarterly, and annually, including ad-hoc reports 
    Prepare fully costed budgets for grants and modifications to budgets 
    Prepare project outlines for grants in SAP 
    Support in partner visits and expenditure verification exercise and report on findings. 
    Upload and create budgets for Partners on SAP 

    Support program Audits for the partners 
    Safeguarding  

    Ensure that Plan International’s global policy for Safeguarding and PII policy for Preventing Sexual Harassment Exploitation and Abuse; and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures. 

    TECHNICAL EXPERTISE AND KNOWLEDGE 

    Essential Qualifications/Experience: 

    Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting related courses. 
    CPA (K) or other professional qualification in accounting. 
    Four years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in an INGO  
    Thorough knowledge of finance processes, systems, and principles. 
    Well-versed in computerized accounting applications. 
    Previous experience in usage of SAP or any major ERP system

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    al.org

  • Re-advertisement – Regional External Relations and Strategic Communications Director Temporary HR Officer- Shared Services Centre

    Re-advertisement – Regional External Relations and Strategic Communications Director Temporary HR Officer- Shared Services Centre

    Role Purpose

    This role will exist to strengthen Plan’s impact through more effective strategic partnerships, greater influence and more grant resources. While centred on strengthening external relations at above-country level, this role will also lead the following portfolio in the regional hub management team. 

    Strategic Partnership and civil society engagement.
    Profiling of Plan among donors; driving identification of potential grant opportunities with new donors, expanding portfolio with existing donors and identifying multi-country funding opportunities. 
    Overseeing the Communications function in the region (technical support on communications can come through the matrix management at the global hub 
    RHMT lead on the “Locally led, globally connected” strategic agenda, though country specific activity will be led by the DSR

    The position holder provides strategic and technical leadership and oversight to Plan MEESA’s External relations, Media and Communications work in the region. S/he champions the regional priorities in our strategic partnerships and engagement with actors and stakeholders at the regional level. S/he collaborates with the Global Engagement, Partnerships and Communications functions, drive MEESA priorities effectively support our goals. S/he supports capacity development and quality assurance measures for communication staff in MEESA and represents Plan MEESA in Plan’s global relevant networking fora.

    Essential Knowledge and Experience

    In-depth knowledge of current issues and trends, in both the development and humanitarian sectors in the region of MEESA and beyond.
    Masters level required in one of the following fields: communication and Public Relations, international development and political sciences
    Demonstrated working knowledge of regional stakeholders and actors, such as national Governments, inter-governmental institutions, civil society and UN agencies, media and journalists
    Minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience of working as a manager with supervisory capacity and budget responsibility
    Proven experience to develop and implement strategic partnerships leading to business development and communication and media strategies
    Excellent understanding of child rights and gender equality as pre-conditions and ingredients for sustainable development.

    Skills

    Exceptional conceptual and strategic thinking skills
    Business development skills
    Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with colleagues at long distances
    Excellence in written and spoken English
    Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
    Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentation and public speaking in front of high-level audiences
    Ability to prioritize and multitask

    Desirable

    Working knowledge of Portuguese or Arabic desirable.

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  • Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Project Officer

    Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Project Officer

    The Role

    The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer will be charged with the responsibility of coordinating and managing EZAKASO & GANA projects related monitoring and evaluation activities in Kilifi Program Unit. The role has an assignment to drive project Data Quality Assurance and specific data requirements for projects/programmes as well as tracking and reporting on project outcomes and impact of the EZAKASO & GANA project interventions. The M&E Officer will enable documentation of project best practices, lessons learnt and project learning. He/She will work towards profiling EZAKASO & GANA work and impact stories.

     What you will bring

    Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Economics, statistics, development studies or any other related field from a recognized university.
    At least 3 years of demonstrated successful coordination of M&E functions and experience.
    Grounded understanding of qualitative and quantitative methodologies in research and evaluation.
    Experience with evaluations/research logistics, administration and/or project or research management.
    Experience with database design and management including advanced use of Excel and data analysis and entry packages including at minimum SPSS, Stata, R, Epiinfo, Atlas-Ti, CSpro and the use of KOBO Collect platforms for data collection.
    Strong demonstrable levels of knowledge of and experience with gender sensitive research design, performance monitoring, impact evaluation, and / or social and environmental research methodologies.
    Demonstrated experience on Impact reporting.
     

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  • Head of Global Hunger Response and Resilience Unit SRHR Network Coordinator

    Head of Global Hunger Response and Resilience Unit SRHR Network Coordinator

    ROLE PURPOSE

    Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice.
    We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind.
    We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 85 years and are now active in over 80 countries.
    Our new global strategy prioritises humanitarian scale up. To address the growing need to respond to humanitarian emergencies and to strengthen the speed, quality, relevance and appropriateness of our humanitarian work, we are creating a new Global Hunger Response and Resilience Unit.
    The postholder leads Plan International’s global work on Hunger and resilience and manages a team of technical specialists. This global unit’s focus is on providing quality support to Country Offices responding to humanitarian crises, ensuring strong programme quality and support to raise more resources. The Hunger and Resilience Unit provides support across the organisation to secure a diverse range of donor funding.

    DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE

    The post holder will lead the overall hunger and resilience programming work across the Plan International federation. They will also lead a unit of technical specialists. They will engage in high level fora and networks both as required.
    Post holder will contribute to marketing and fund-raising efforts to raise resources to scale up our work related to hunger and to ensure the sustainability of the unit.
    The post holder will support country office teams, spending up to 50% of their time in countries responding to humanitarian crises. One single travel / deployment may last up to 4 weeks but could be longer for complex crises.
    The post holder will travel to Country Offices, sometimes at short notice, to provide technical support on hunger related programming. They will provide high level strategic advice and guidance to Country Management Teams and in particular Country Director’s and Directors of Sub Region. They will not hold budget responsibility but will be responsible for leading programme design and implementation, positioning Plan International in front of donors and supporting the development of funding submissions (these may be proposals of multi-million-euro value).
    The post holder has 3 direct reports – i.e., global leads on Food Security and Livelihoods Expert; Cash and Voucher Assistance Specialist and Resilience and Climate Change expert. In addition, the unit also has 3 core deployable positions (2 cash and vouchers, 1 nutrition in emergencies)
    The postholder will develop networks with key food security, nutrition and resilience networks (and work closely with climate, gender, education and child protection experts), with a specific focus on supporting Plan International’s in-country cluster engagement.

    ACCOUNTABILITIES

     The post holder will regularly deploy to Country Offices to provide technical support and leadership on food security, nutrition and cash during humanitarian crises. Where possible seeking to ensure that this support is recharged to donor grants.
     Leads the assessment of hunger related needs and the design and implementation of programmes when deployed to a Country Office, ensuring a portfolio of high-quality hunger programming.
     Provide country management teams with programmatic guidance and advice to support scale up of humanitarian operations.
     Ensures all hunger and resilience work has a specific gender, diversity, inclusion and climate lens.
     In close collaboration with the Deployment manager ensures that deployable capacity in the Hunger Response & Resilience Unit are deployed 75% of the time, securing 100% recharge, and that technical specialists are providing in country support 50% of their time, also securing significant recharge income.
     Travels regularly to provide in country technical advice and support, raising Plan International’s profile and positioning country offices for funding opportunities.
     In close collaboration with the liaison offices and policy and influencing colleagues across the organisation develops key policy and influencing positions
     Oversees representation of Plan International in the Global Food Security, Nutrition and Early Recovery Clusters, Climate and Resilience forums and identify appropriate colleagues from within Plan International who can take on these representation roles.
     Provides management support to Hunger Response & Resilience Unit team members, ensuring strong Country Office focus.
     Deploys to support Country Offices respond to large scale and complex humanitarian crises and rapid onset emergencies, leading the hunger programming scale up, for up to 1 month at a time.
     Represents Plan International with humanitarian donors, positioning Plan to secure funding.
     Work with National Organisations and Country and Regional Offices to increase the quantity and scale of hunger and resilience related grants.
     Identify and disseminate lessons from Plan’s work on hunger and resilience.
     Identify opportunities and establish dialogue towards partnerships with other humanitarian agencies.
     Support organisational engagement with WFP, positioning Plan International as a key partner.
     As a member of the Humanitarian Department Management team provides input and support to the overall management of the department, supporting or leading management initiatives and processes as required.
     Leads annual workplan development for the unit, aligning with the global strategy.
     Works closely with other heads of unit within the humanitarian department, ensuring teams collaborate in a networked approach.
     Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.

    KEY RELATIONSHIPS

    Internal

     Regional Heads of Humanitarian
     Directors of Sub regions
     Country Directors
     Global Fundraising Hub
     National Organisations
     UN, AU and EU Liaison Offices
     Country Directors
     Regional Hubs
     Plan International National Organisations
     Climate and resilience practitioners

    External

     Global Food Security, Nutrition and Early Recovery Clusters
     Peer & partner organisations.
     Humanitarian funding donors.
     Academia and think tanks.

    TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

    Essential

     Proven ability to raise resources from humanitarian donors and other sources of funding.
     Significant experience of managing humanitarian or hunger related programmes in a range of different humanitarian contexts.
     Demonstrated experience leading the design and implementation of gender and diversity humanitarian programming.
     Demonstrated experience of key practice and programme standards for food security and nutrition programming.
     Degree or equivalent in food security, nutrition or related fields or appropriate work experience.
     Significant knowledge of humanitarian response and humanitarian coordination mechanisms.
     Proven experience of using humanitarian standards in programme design and implementation.
     Demonstrable experience in advocacy, influencing and negotiating skills, experienced in gaining commitment from a wide range of people and bringing about change.
     Proven ability to network effectively and represent an organisation across a wide range of different stakeholder groups.
     Able to work calmly under extreme pressure and at unpredictable hours during emergency response.
     Ability to work in English. Arabic, French or Spanish is desirable.
     Demonstrable experience of developing food security, nutrition, resilience related programmes.

    Desirable

     Please include those requirements that are desirable.
     Experience of cash and voucher modalities.
     Experience in representing through media interviews. Understanding about climate and resilience.
     Hostile Environment & Fist Aid training.

    Closing Date: Monday 21st August

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  • Deployable Cash & Voucher Assistance Specialist

    Deployable Cash & Voucher Assistance Specialist

    The Opportunity

    Plan International started its Cash and Vouchers Assistance (CVA) programming in 2011, which has grown significantly since then in terms of portfolio and geographical coverage. As of June 2022, Plan International has implemented CVA in more than 50 Country Offices across the federation with more than 156 million Euros as a cumulative portfolio.
    As a Deployable Cash & Vouchers Assistance (CVA) Specialist you will deploy to country offices 75% of the year to provide technical leadership at the Country Office level primarily on the CVA feasibility analysis, design and implementation of CVA initiatives, monitoring, capacity building, proposal development support as well as representing the organization at Cash Working Group and relevant clusters. You will also support reporting and documentation process and policy creation about CVA at Plan International

    The Requirements

    Demonstrable experience in design, implementation and evaluation of in-kind food through cash/voucher and market-based programming.
    Demonstrable experience working in a broad range of humanitarian crises in several different contexts.
    Knowledge of international humanitarian standards and codes of conduct.
    Demonstrable understanding of Social Safety Nets, Livelihoods and associated methodologies.
    Excellent proven cash programming experience covering a range of modalities and approaches.
    Demonstrable representational and coordination skills.
    Excellent project design, participatory monitoring and evaluation skills.
    Good working knowledge of key humanitarian donors, for example, WFP, USAID, DFAT, GAC, FCDO, and DGECHO amongst others.
    Knowledge of major humanitarian, recovery and development challenges and issues,
    Strong analytical skills.
    Proven knowledge of targeting methods in Cash/voucher programmes
    Committed to actively upholding Plan International’s vision, values and behaviours and policies, including the Say Yes! To Keeping Children Safe Policy.

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  • Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Advisor Child Rights and Safeguarding Officer Urban Programme Development Lead

    Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Advisor Child Rights and Safeguarding Officer Urban Programme Development Lead

    THE ROLE PURPOSE

     The role serves as the principle advisor for Plan Kenya’s integrated technical and programme advice in girl and youth focused sexual and reproductive health and rights. The incumbent will use policy and advocacy work to increase support from the Kenya government to enable the country make substantial progress in health with a primary focus on adolescent and youth sexual and reproductive health ad rights. 
    S/he will lead the program design, technical strategy, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and learning of Plan Kenya’s adolescent and youth sexual and reproductive health rights (AYSRHR). Working with others, S/he will ensure highest level of technical quality of the SRHR program and related projects. The role plays a critical role in advancing Plan International’s SRHR strategy and will work closely with other advisors in the region and at the global hub to support Plan International’s SRHR program. This requires an individual who is passionate about SRHR, has sound technical knowledge and solid programmatic experience and an appetite for learning and sharing.
    The position will contribute to business development by supporting intelligence gathering, proposal development, advocacy and donor engagement to deliver on Plan Kenya’s bold ambitions for girls and youth in Kenya.
    The incumbent will drive intended results and outcomes for this area of work.  Key to this will be the delivery of related strategies that contribute to the elimination of teenage pregnancies and harmful practices that prevent girls from thriving and achieving their full potential. The role will ensure that Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights issues are brought into the mainstream of health and development in the different local and national contexts.
    The role is critical in ensuring the protection and promotion of SRHR in emergency situations by addressing SRHR needs and well-being of affected populations and coordinating efforts to ensure the provision of essential SRHR services.

    TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

    Qualifications/ experience essential: 

    A Bachelor’s degree in health sciences (Medicine, Public Health or any other related discipline;
    At least 7 years of demonstrable experience in adolescent and youth sexual and reproductive health rights programs and services health programming, 3 of which must be in advisory/managerial role.
    Strong and up to date knowledge of adolescent development, policies, family planning and reproductive health principles, programme practices and strategies with proven and up to date knowledge in SRHR professional developments and related issues such as teenage pregnancies, child marriage, age responsive and comprehensive sexuality education as well as meaningful youth engagement in AYSRHR;
    Have wide range of experience in adolescent inclusive reproductive health programming and be recognized leader in this field with the ability to be strategic, while still being able to manage the day-to-day management of the SRHR
    Proven experience in providing technical assistance to complex SRHR and health programs
    Commitment to Plan Kenya’s position on promoting girls’ rights and gender equality and integrating all these aspects in their day to day work
    Knowledge of health programming issues in the Kenyan context.

    Qualifications/ experience desirable: 

    Passion for SRHR and a demonstrated commitment adolescent and youth SRHR, elimination of harmful cultural practices, and gender equality
    Knowledge of concepts and main debates related to the themes of sexual and reproductive health, rights, harmful practices and adolescence and young people.
    Demonstrated experience in coaching and mentoring staff on health interventions.
    Experience in designing and technical support/management of public health programme around ASRHR projects
    Good understanding of country health sector strategies.
    Demonstrable advocacy experience in national and county level health systems and structures.

    Languages required:

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

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