Company Founded: Founded in 1949

Regional Safety & Security Advisor

The Regional Safety and Security Adviser – ESAF will drive safety and security strategies, technologies, policies and protocols within the region. You will develop a regional execution plan by setting priorities, aligning budgets, and implementing the global security strategy. You will work with the Regional Management Team, MAs and National Associations (NAs), and the Global Safety and Security team. You will collaborate with external security bodies including UNDSS and security focal persons within peer organizations. You will support the development of security analysis of countries in the region.
You will ensure a consistent and effective flow of safety and security protocols and management of travel and other activities, keeping relevant teams up-to-date on all developments both internally and externally.

Main Clients

IDR and Deputy IDR
Global Head of Safety and Security
ESAF RMT members
SOS Children’s Villages International Representatives
National Directors (NDs)
National safety and security responsible staff
Visitors from the International Office, Promoting and Supporting Association (PSA) staff, donors, sponsors, partners, etc.

Key Performance Areas And Main Responsibilities
Lead People

Build a professional culture of candor and integrity that inspires trust and confidence among your many stakeholders.
Provide matrix leadership and develop a network of national security managers and security focal points to the program level across the ESAF region.
Drive SOS security capacity across the organization through transparent communication and effective stakeholder management.
Serve as ultimate accountable for the delivery of security strategies.
Ensure adequate communication on security issues across the program locations.
Provide advice and respond to training needs to develop staff safety and security competencies.

Protect the Organization

Update and implement security strategies across all national organizations.
Investigate security incidents.
Lead the development and review of security plans and procedures including contingency and crisis response plans, severe incidents, and standard operating procedures.
Undertake regular security assessment missions to all program locations across the ESAF Region.
Monitor the reporting and data gathering of security incidents and generate analysis/reports on security trends.
Provide technical leadership in crisis and incident management.
Manage your budget

Manage Empowering Relationships

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with key external stakeholders in the ESAF Region.
Live the humanitarian values (neutrality, impartiality, independence, and humanity) in interactions with external stakeholders

Build the Security Culture, Develop and Innovate

Lead the development of security culture in all ESAF organizations such that all staff and alternative care participants understand safety and security, know their role, and support the execution of the agenda.
Ensure professional development and continuous awareness of developments in the security profession.
Import and export the best ideas. Seek to apply learning and other innovation to the safety and security program.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Abilities, And Behavioral Competences

Experience working effectively in matrixed, multifunctional team to deliver successful safety and security outcomes.
High integrity with a personal commitment to open, candid communication.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant discipline.
In-depth knowledge in Security, International Development, or related fields.
In-depth understanding of international safety and security protocols and procedures.
Deep and clear understanding of humanitarian principles, codes of conduct and ideally, specific sub-sector work protection, health, shelter, linked to INGO field operations contexts.
Good understanding and experience in neutrality in local conflicts and conflicting parties – interaction with all parties and maintaining a position of (humanitarian) neutrality is a necessity of the role.
Demonstrable knowledge and practical work experience, preferably with a non-profit or an NGO within international humanitarian assistance or social development programs, with proven capabilities in planning, organizing, and executing security operations in the field.
In-depth knowledge or work experience in post-conflict and/or complex emergency environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
Proven ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in fast-paced team environments.
Excellent negotiation skills (with senior level management and/or governmental authorities).
Good training skills – the ability to develop, implement, facilitate and impart learning to a wide range of audiences.
Demonstrable practical experience in security management, training or analysis and report writing role in a relevant organizational setting.
Advanced level knowledge of communications technology, including VHF, HF radio systems, satellite communications, cell phone mediums, etc.
At least 5 years of relevant experience within ESAF region
Ability to travel as required and in difficult situations.

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November 5, 2024
Food and Beverage Manager

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Food and Beverage Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of our food and beverage operations, ensuring the highest standards of quality, service, and profitability.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
Manage and mentor a team of culinary and service professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.
Oversee menu development, ensuring offerings are innovative, on-trend, and aligned with guest preferences.
Maintain inventory levels and control costs through effective purchasing and budget management.
Implement and enforce health and safety regulations to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
Collaborate with other departments, such as events and marketing, to create and execute special promotions and events.
Monitor guest satisfaction and address any concerns or issues promptly and effectively.

Requirements:

Proven experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry, with a minimum of [insert number] years of managerial experience.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a keen attention to detail.
Extensive knowledge of food and beverage operations, including inventory management, cost control, and menu development.
Familiarity with health and safety regulations and best practices.
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

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November 5, 2024
JSS Teacher (Creative Arts and Sports) – Re-advertisement Driver Community Development Worker – Re-advertisement Project Officer, Leave No Youth Behind (LNYB)

Position Summary:
Reporting to the School Principal, the Junior Secondary School teacher will be responsible for teaching her/his subjects of specialization, day to day classroom management including maintaining high standards in discipline, academics and talent development, maintaining positive, constructive and professional relationships with students, their families and colleagues. S/he will be required to create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students and maintain an organized and focused learning environment.
Key performance areas and main responsibilities:

S/he will undertake various duties, which include but are not limited to:
Prepare lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning.
Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning.
Integrate performing arts, visual arts and sports in his/her curriculum delivery
Prepare, administer and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students’ progress
Prepare materials for classroom activities
Adapt teaching methods and instruction materials to meet varying students’ needs and interests
Maintain accurate and complete student’s records as required
Maintain and keep learners progress records,
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress and determine priority resources for children’s needs
Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help
Attend professional meetings, teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
Confer with other teachers to plan and schedule lessons following the approved curriculum
Attend staff meetings and serve in committees as required

Additional responsibility:

Budget: Working with the principal and HOD’s, the staff will develop the annual operation budget for the department/subject needs.

Performs other reasonable tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Formal qualifications & Experience Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts and Sports.
Must have three years of teaching experience.
Must have a Teachers Service Commission certificate
Have good working skills with technology such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
A good communicator, able to provide clear and effective written and verbal communication.
Problem solving skills, proactive in identifying issues and addressing these thoroughly by making an effort to find appropriate solutions.
Knowledge in data collection, analysis and utilization in academic management
Demonstrated ability to monitor academic performance and institute necessary remedial measures as need arises.

Desirable Behavior

Role model of the organization’s values both internally and externally
Ability to engage sensitively with members of the school community and partners
A proactive problem solver and strategic thinker.
A team player.
Manages changes easily.
Innovative and creative

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If you believe your experience, competencies and qualifications match the job and role specifications described; send a Cover Letter & updated CV in PDF with details of 3 traceable referees one of which must be immediate former employer to recruitment@soskenya.org addressed to the Human Resource Manager to reach us on or before 14th April 2024.

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recruitment@soskenya.org

November 5, 2024
JSS Teacher (Creative Arts and Sports) – Re-advertisement Driver Community Development Worker – Re-advertisement Project Officer, Leave No Youth Behind (LNYB)

Position Summary:

Reporting to the School Principal, the Junior Secondary School teacher will be responsible for teaching her/his subjects of specialization, day to day classroom management including maintaining high standards in discipline, academics and talent development, maintaining positive, constructive and professional relationships with students, their families and colleagues. S/he will be required to create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students and maintain an organized and focused learning environment.

Key performance areas and main responsibilities:

S/he will undertake various duties, which include but are not limited to:
Prepare lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning.
Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning.
Integrate performing arts, visual arts and sports in his/her curriculum delivery
Prepare, administer and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students’ progress
Prepare materials for classroom activities
Adapt teaching methods and instruction materials to meet varying students’ needs and interests
Maintain accurate and complete student’s records as required
Maintain and keep learners progress records,
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress and determine priority resources for children’s needs
Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help
Attend professional meetings, teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
Confer with other teachers to plan and schedule lessons following the approved curriculum
Attend staff meetings and serve in committees as required

Additional responsibility:

Budget: Working with the principal and HOD’s, the staff will develop the annual operation budget for the department/subject needs.

Performs other reasonable tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Formal qualifications & Experience Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts and Sports.
Must have three years of teaching experience.
Must have a Teachers Service Commission certificate
Have good working skills with technology such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
A good communicator, able to provide clear and effective written and verbal communication.
Problem solving skills, proactive in identifying issues and addressing these thoroughly by making an effort to find appropriate solutions.
Knowledge in data collection, analysis and utilization in academic management
Demonstrated ability to monitor academic performance and institute necessary remedial measures as need arises.

Desirable Behavior

Role model of the organization’s values both internally and externally
Ability to engage sensitively with members of the school community and partners
A proactive problem solver and strategic thinker.
A team player.
Manages changes easily.
Innovative and creative

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If you believe your experience, competencies and qualifications match the job and role specifications described; send a Cover Letter & updated CV in PDF with details of 3 traceable referees one of which must be immediate former employer to recruitment@soskenya.org addressed to the Human Resource Manager to reach us on or before 14th April 2024.

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November 5, 2024
Food and Beverage Manager

Impala Club is seeking a highly skilled & experienced Food and Beverage Manager to oversee and optimize all aspects of F&B Operations.

THE POSITION

The ideal candidate will be a Kenyan citizen who has the following

Key Qualifications

Professional Qualifications and Experience

Culinary school diploma or degree in food service management or related field
Effective financial management and budget controls skills
Proven and effective experience of managing a commercial catering operation
Possess Basic culinary arts skills

Key Duties and deliverables

Managing food and beverage operations and Club functions within a budget and to the highest standards
Leading the F&B team by attracting, recruiting, training and appraising talented personnel.
Ensuring the delivery of exceptional guest experiences, while effectively forecasting, planning, and managing F&B orders, staff, and finances.
Ensuring there is maximization of sales and revenue by consistently meeting and exceeding members and guests’ expectations.
Fostering employee engagement whilst maintaining a strong focus on quality and efficiency.
Present regular reports to the GM on activities and generated revenues as requested from time to time.
Conduct pre-event meetings with the staff regarding preparations.
Answer member’s/guests’ questions in a professional manner and accommodate special requests when necessary.
Ensure that best practices and standards are met in delivering service to guests and the event premises are neat and clean.
Booking functions and ensuring proper services are rendered for smooth running and at times delegating the role to the F&B Supervisors
Establish targets, schedules, policies and procedures within the department
Design exceptional menus and continuously make necessary improvements.
Monitoring inventory and cost control.
Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations

The F&B Manager will report to the General Manager.

Key Competencies

Attention to detail, critical thinking and Creative.
Proven food and beverage management experience
Mastery in delegating multiple tasks
Up to date with food and beverages trends and best practices
Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS
Public Relations Skills coupled with team work skills
Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets
Guest-oriented and service-minded
Possess good communication and strong leadership skills
computer literacy.
Strong work ethic, exercise of due diligence and confidentiality.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
A self-motivated Team Player, with a knack for problem solving

DISCLAIMER CLAUSE: The job description is not the exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. The Job holder will be given Key Performance Indicates (KPIs) to measure their performance

If you believe you have what it takes to handle this challenging position, kindly and urgently apply via email to: hr@impalaclub.co.ke When applying, kindly remember to;Indicate details of your current and expected salary, names & addresses of 3 previous employers, roles and responsibilities handled to date, together with your day cell contacts. Original Certificates and copies of the same will be presented by those called for interviews.Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further consideration.All applications should be received on or before 12th April 2024 COB.Notes:

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hr@impalaclub.co.ke

November 5, 2024
Accountant I – 2 Posts Internal Auditor I Mechanical Engineering Technician Plant

TTTI/BoG/ACC/01/02/2024

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) or its equivalent
Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (K) Examination or its approved equivalent qualification.
Computer Literate
Knowledge of PFM Act
Knowledge in IPSAS reporting standards will be an added advantage
Knowledge in ERP operation
Registered with Institute Public Accountants (ICPAK) Kenya and a member in good standing
At least 4 years’ working experience in financial data processing and reporting

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ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT: -Thika Technical Training Institute is an equal opportunity employer and selects candidates on merit through fair and open competition from widest range of eligible candidates. Any attempts to directly or indirectly canvas shall lead to automatic disqualification. Youth, women, people with disability, marginalized and minority are encouraged to apply. Submission of forged documents amounts to disqualification and shall report you to the police.The institute does not use a recruitment agent nor charge any fee.All position advertised on a two-year contract.Application to reach the Institute on or before 10TH April 2024 Addressed to:The Chief Principal
Thika Technical Training Institute,
P.O Box 91-01000.
Thika.Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted. The Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce National ID, Originals Academic, Professional Certificates and Transcripts during the interview.

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November 5, 2024
Community Development Worker

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the CDW will facilitate program development, provide overall coordination and strategic direction, forge networks with other stakeholders and monitor, evaluate and report on other sub-projects within the family support program. He/she will also be responsible for planning and implementing activities within the family support program including the capacity building projects. In addition, he/she will coordinate the family support program activities and ensure that they conform to the goals and objectives of the family strengthening programs. The position will in particular support the Family support Team Leader in this regard.

Key performance areas and main responsibilities:

Management of the Family Support program

Assist in the development of strategies relating to the program
Implement all activities within the family support program
Propose measures for program strengthening especially of the support groups
Prepare detailed annual plans, budgets, reports and planning schedules.
Holds regular reviews and assessments with all beneficiaries /Target Groups, Support Groups, Community Health Workers and contact persons and identify areas for improvement.
Maintain a healthy relationship at all times between the staff, families and contact person

Responsible for all Target Group assessments and selection of beneficiaries into the program

Carry out social assessments of the families and individuals referred from the VCT.
Conduct home visits to families assessed to verify further information given and also establish their economic status.
Using the selection criteria and with the help of the other social workers, select beneficiaries to be supported by the program.
Always maintain an up to date record of beneficiaries in terms of number of families, children, adults, youth and sex.
Ensure that all records are well kept; maintain an excellent filing system in form of hard copies as well as in the computers.
Update the fact sheet and other records on quarterly basis.

Facilitate Open communications within the Family Support Team and other departments

Attend regular department meetings.
Ensure that up-to-date records for all reports, minutes of meetings, correspondence etc. are properly documented and safely kept.
Facilitate effective communication within the team to build a cohesive and supportive unit.
Facilitate open communication and coordination between the family support program and other programs in the center.
Objectively resolve problems and make timely decisions affecting the team and the operations of their work.

Facilitate the educational development of children in the target group

With the assistance of the community representatives develop selection criteria to identify children to besupported for bursary and assist them in the selection.
Monitor the performance and progress of all the children supported in the program every term and develop progress charts.
Prepare holiday programme ensuring that sufficient educational and recreational activities are offered to the children.
Ensure that all the children are ready for school whenever the new term begins by purchasing personal school materials for them well in advance to avoid lateness and delays.

Facilitate and ensure the effectiveness of all the support groups, Community Health Workers and community representatives

In collaboration with the VCT counselors, conduct group counseling sessions for the support groups and provide emotional support.
Organize trainings for the support groups and Community Health Workers according to need.
Facilitate the CHWS and Support groups in their efforts to provide psychological and social support to each other.
Monitor the progress of support groups through attending their meetings at least once every month.
Follow up on the activities of the Community Health Workers.
Provide incentives in form of trainings and material rewards to the Community Health Workers to motivate them

Establish links and develop networks with NGOs, CBOs, donors GOK departments and community

Identify potential donors, government of Kenya departments and private businesses and establish networks.
Coordinate activities with partners in areas of mutual interest.
Maintain good relations with the local and international sponsors through ensuring prompt correspondence and providing regular updates on progress of the programmes.
Handle and respond to high-level correspondence in consultation with the Project Coordinator and/or his appointee

Data Management and Protection

At all times ensures that personal data of donors, sponsors, SOS Children’s Villages beneficiaries and their families as well as SOS co-workers is handled confidentially and in accordance with prevailing SOS-Kinderdorf International data protection laws.
Combine and rearrange data from source documents where required, enter data from source documents into prescribed computer database, files and forms
Transcribe information into required electronic format, Scan documents into document management systems or databases and store completed documents in designated locations.
Check completed work for accuracy; maintain logbooks or records of activities and tasks undertaken on/in the databases.
Respond to requests for information and access relevant files while ensuring compliance with data integrity and security policies
Ensure that data on all program participants is accurate and up to date as per the set standards/frequency of updating and review (every 3 – 6 Months)
Performs any other tasks that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor from time to time

Formal qualifications & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Community development, Child psychology or related disciplines.
4 years’ progressive experience working with vulnerable populations (children, youth, women) and community groups
Knowledge in data collection, analysis and knowledge management
Experience with project cycle management in a complex project is desirable
Experience in child -focused organizations working with children on care, protection and advocacy is an added advantage
Strong analytical ability as well as excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili is preferred
Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Strong written and oral skills in English and Kiswahili with strong report writing skills

If you believe your experience, competencies and qualifications match the job and role specifications described; send a Cover Letter & updated CV in PDF with details of 3 traceable referees one of which must be immediate former employer to recruitment@soskenya.org addressed to the Human Resource Manager to reach us on or before 8th March 2024. Subject reference is Community Development Worker, Eldoret.

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recruitment@soskenya.org

November 5, 2024
JSS Teacher (Creative Arts and Sports) Location Administrator

Position Summary:

Reporting to the School Principal, the Junior Secondary School teacher will be responsible for teaching her/his subjects of specialization, day to day classroom management including maintaining high standards in discipline, academics and talent development, maintaining positive, constructive and professional relationships with students, their families and colleagues. S/he will be required to create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students and maintain an organized and focused learning environment.

Key performance areas and main responsibilities:

S/he will undertake various duties, which include but are not limited to:
Prepare lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning.
Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning.
Integrate performing arts, visual arts and sports in his/her curriculum delivery
Prepare, administer and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students’ progress
Prepare materials for classroom activities
Adapt teaching methods and instruction materials to meet varying students’ needs and interests
Maintain accurate and complete student’s records as required
Maintain and keep learners progress records,
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress and determine priority resources for children’s needs
Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help
Attend professional meetings, teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
Confer with other teachers to plan and schedule lessons following the approved curriculum
Attend staff meetings and serve in committees as required

Additional responsibility:

Budget: Working with the principal and HOD’s, the staff will develop the annual operation budget for the department/subject needs.

Performs other reasonable tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Formal qualifications & Experience Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts and Sports.
Must have three years of teaching experience.
Must have a Teachers Service Commission certificate
Have good working skills with technology such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
A good communicator, able to provide clear and effective written and verbal communication.
Problem solving skills, proactive in identifying issues and addressing these thoroughly by making an effort to find appropriate solutions.
Knowledge in data collection, analysis and utilization in academic management
Demonstrated ability to monitor academic performance and institute necessary remedial measures as need arises.

Desirable Behavior

Role model of the organization’s values both internally and externally
Ability to engage sensitively with members of the school community and partners
A proactive problem solver and strategic thinker.
A team player.
Manages changes easily.
Innovative and creative

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If you believe your experience, competencies and qualifications match the job and role specifications described; send a Cover Letter & updated CV in PDF with details of 3 traceable referees one of which must be immediate former employer to recruitment@soskenya.org addressed to the Human Resources Manager to reach us on or before 20th February 2024 . Please indicate position of interest as subject.

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recruitment@soskenya.org

November 2, 2024
Housekeeping Supervisor

Reports to : GENERAL MANAGER

Salary          : COMPETITIVE

Oversees     : Room Stewards, Cleaners and Laundry Attendants

Job Summary

Naro Moru River Lodge in Nyeri County is looking to recruit a mature and competent Housekeeping Supervisor able to organize their team and implement benchmarked standards to ensure hygiene is maintained in the Lodge Facilities.

Visit our website for more information: https://naromoruriverlodge.com

Responsibilities include

Offer administrative support by resource planning, staff attendance reporting, allocating staff duties and discipline management.
Implement room/cleaning checklists to facilitate guest room/ facility inspection after cleaning.
To resolve guest room complaints and escalate to relevant department for corrective action.
To maintain housekeeping supplies and inventory by minimizing wastage.
To consistently liaise with the reception to confirm booked rooms, check outs, day occupancies and ready to sell rooms.
Make timely requisitions for purchase of all housekeeping supplies and linen.
Reports and safeguards lost & found property in line with Company procedures.
Maintains proper housekeeping reports and ledgers and circulates the same to the relevant departments.
Performs daily room checks to maintain rooming standards and follow up on repairs where needed.
Represent the housekeeping department at the management meetings.
Continuously trains staff on Housekeeping SOPs and keeps in the know on changing trends in the Hospitality Industry.

Qualifications

A minimum 3 years Managerial / leadership posting in a busy hospitality establishment.
A Certificate/ Diploma in Housekeeping & Laundry Techniques or its equivalent, from a recognized institution.
Must have served in a supervisor position for at least 1 Year.
Computer literacy i.e.  MS Office Suite
Highly organized and able to delegate /multi task.
Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Exceptional attention to detail.
Strong people management skills.

Qualified applicants should email an updated CV to: info@naromoruriverlodge.com latest by 5pm on 9th February 2024. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Please indicate the job post: HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR on the email subject line.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.

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info@naromoruriverlodge.com

November 2, 2024
Project Manager-DANIDA

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of National Programs and Quality (DNP&Q), the Program Manager is responsible for the overall management of the DANIDA-funded Leave No Youth Behind (LNYB) program. The program targets young people who have transitioned from Alternative Care settings and it aims to influence decision makers to put policies/laws in place to strengthen the support for young care leavers; enhance responsiveness of social protection systems to the needs and rights of young care leavers on their journey to independent living; and support young care leavers in stable and fragile societies to claim their rights to social protection, assistance and active participation.

The Program Manager will take lead the LNYB team in Mombasa and Uasin Gishu Counties in program implementation, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, stakeholder engagement, knowledge management, donor liaison and reporting.

S/he will collaborate closely with the Uasin Gishu and Mombasa County governments, local implementing partner organizations and National Office program team to roll out and implement innovative approaches to ensure program compliance and success in line with the Federation, National and International legal and policy frameworks on children and youth programming.

Key performance areas and main responsibilities:
Technical lead in program delivery

Lead planning and budgeting exercises for the LNYB program in line with the organizational planning and budgeting processes while ensuring alignment to the existing strategy documents.
Oversee the day to day implementation of Leave no Youth Behind Project interventions, services, and activities and ensure program activities achieve desired outcomes an provide the require technical support as required.
Identify and address capacity gaps among program staff and stakeholders for effective program delivery.
Facilitate engagement and management of strategic partners and mmaintain good working relationships with Government, Private Sector and Civil Society Partners to enhance synergies in program delivery.
Promote identification and enrolment of young care leavers to programs on youth employability, life skills, internships, attachment, job shadowing, mentorship, Mental Health and Psycho-social Support (MHPSS), Sexual Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) and advocacy.
Adopt a rights-based approach by emphasizing the interplay between youth leaving care and

the communities they live in as rights holders and government institutions as duty bearers.

Capitalize on the foundation of the existing youth coalition forum to strengthen the organization(s), representation, decision making power, evidence based advocacy, peace building, conflict resolution and community led development initiatives.
Ensure the voices of the vulnerable youth especially youth leaving care are represented and amplified to influence decision making at county and National levels.
Join relevant networks, forums, platforms, campaigns, working groups and advocates on behalf of the organization for the promotion of youth empowerment in general and the rights of care leavers in particular.
Engage the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development and National Youth Council to drive the youth empowerment agenda forward.
Identify relevant national youth platforms and youth organizing opportunities and support youth in the project locations to link up with same.
Maintain regular communication with donors and stakeholders over technical issues where I am responsible and appropriate.
Generate progress reports in line with the MA and donor requirements.
Work with the Program team and Fund Development department to mobilize financial and non-financial resources for youth empowerment programs.

Quality Management, Monitoring and Evaluation

Jointly with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team, ensure the development of appropriate M&E plans and tools for the effective monitoring an evaluation of the program drawing from the Results Based Management (RBM) approach.
Ensure the program is compliant to organizational, Government and international quality standards on youth programming.
Monitor and evaluate the quality and progress of program/project interventions through supportive supervision, internal program audits, and review of and feedback to project reports, statistics, and self-evaluation results to ensure that interventions are in line with organizational plans, standards, and policies, and with national legislation.
Collaborate with the Director of National Programs and Quality in supporting internal and external program and financial audits and external evaluations as appropriate; and ensure full implementation of all audit and evaluation recommendations.
Ensure proper documentation of program progress, trends, milestones, challenges, lessons learnt and other variables in line with the M&E plan and donor requirements.
Facilitate learning and knowledge management among staff and other stakeholders.
Generate internal and external program reports as guided by the Director of National Programs and Quality an in line with internal and external reporting guidelines and protocols.

Safeguarding

Lead the integration of safeguarding of children, youth, staff and assets in the LNYB program.
Support in awareness creation, prevention, reporting and responding to incidences of safeguarding in line with the organization’s Safeguarding policy.
In collaboration with National child protection coordinator, support in capacity building to enhance a culture of child and youth safeguarding in the LNYB program.
Support the program to ensure safeguarding in all its operations; including procurement, visitor engagement, service provision by external facilitators to children and youth to ensure child protection provisions are adhered to.

Data Protection, climate change, Gender and Social Inclusion (GESI)

Work in collaboration with HR and other departments to implementation of the organization’s data protection policy while ensuring that at all times the personal data of donors, sponsors, SOS Children’s Vilalges in Kenya beneficiaries and their families as well as SOS co-workers is handled confidentially and in accordance with prevailing SOS-Kinderdorf International data protection laws.
Perform any other reasonable task as assigned by the immediate supervisor from time to time.
Work with the Director of National Programs and the National Program team to integrate climate change, Gender and Social Inclusion (GESI) in all program operations and actions in line with existing policy frameworks.
Performs any other tasks that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor from time to time

Formal qualifications & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or related field
Master’s Degree and project management certification is an added advantage
Minimum of 10 years experience managing donor funded youth-focused programs preferably in an NGO setting.
Experience and strong reputation working with or liaising with County and National government agencies and Civil Society Organizations on youth empowerment issues.
Demonstrated skills and experience in managing and working within teams and effective management of the project cycle.
Financial management experience including budgeting, forecasting, tracking and reporting.
Sound understanding of issues related to children rights, alternative care, youth empowerment, youth in general and young people who have transitioned from Alternative Family Care settings in particular.
Track record of working in programs promoting policy changes in favour of youth and access by youth to employment, business opportunities, mental health & psycho-social support, social protection and related services.
Sound experience in working with local implementing partners, sub-grant management and capacity building of program staff and partners.
Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word and PowerPoint and in the use of project management software.

Personal Attributes

Good planning, organizing and coordination skills with attention to details and timeliness.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well in a team and to communicate effectively with colleagues, external stakeholders and others who are not in the line of command.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking an problem solving skills.
Ability to meet tight deadlines and deliver high volume/high quality work with minimal supervision, including reports to donors.
Trustworthiness and confidentiality, modelling principled behavior.
Commitment and ability to travel frequently to the field.
Sensitivity and understanding dynamics and current trends relate to climate change, gender and social inclusion in relation to programming.

If you believe your experience, competencies and qualifications match the job and role specifications described; send a Cover Letter & updated CV in PDF with details of 3 traceable referees one of which must be immediate former employer to recruitment@soskenya.org addressed to the Human Resource Manager to reach us on or before 4th February 2024.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Apply via :

recruitment@soskenya.org

November 2, 2024