Jobs Kenya

Company Founded: Founded in 1960

  • Child Protection Technical Consultant Mid-Term Evaluation Consultant Child Protection

    Child Protection Technical Consultant Mid-Term Evaluation Consultant Child Protection

    Review and design of manuals and training modules
    Terms of reference (ToR)
    Generic info
    Location: Kenya, Dadaab refugee complex and Nairobi
    Duration: 1 month from 7th May (or earlier if available) to 6th June 2018
    Contract: Consultancy
    Supervisor: Tdh Kenya Country Representative (in collaboration with Tdh Humanitarian Child Protection Specialist at HQ)
    Context
    Tdh started operations in Kenya in September 2011, as part of the response to the Horn of Africa famine. Attention concentrated immediately on the Dadaab refugee camps, where a joint Tdh/SDC health and WASH exploratory mission had taken place in August 2011, but had to then shift to the areas around, as other partners were already active in Dadaab. The emphasis remained on the arid and semi-arid areas around the refugee complex, heavily affected by the drought, and since then Tdh operations have focussed on Garissa county, with an integrated Nutrition/Child Protection/WASH programme in the rural Lagdera sub-county and with a child protection project in Kambioos refugee camp (Fafi sub-county), part of the Dadaab complex. The camp of Kambioos closed in April 2017 and Tdh shifted its activities in Hagadera, the biggest camp of Dadaab refugee complex.
    In February 2018, a midterm evaluation of the current project supported by BPRM was done by an external international consultant. One of the main recommendations was on reviewing training manuals, strategies and policies:
    Review and improvement of training material used (training for caregivers, peer support, life skills training, etc.) Suggest this material is also translated into Somali
    Note: Reference in reviewing the documents should be made to child protection standard guidelines and other documents developed through the Department of Chidren Services (labour.go.ke website).
    Objective
    The purpose of this consultancy is to review and prepare a new design of manuals and training modules for Tdh Child Protection projects as a basis for promoting rational, appropriate and sustainable implementation of projects.
    It is expected that the new manuals and modules will be based on Tdh design manuals or those prepared and used by other relevant local and regional agencies (UNICEF, the Alliance for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action etc)[1] and with reference to guidelines developed by DCS.Thus, the new tools will build on what has already been produced not requiring to start from the beginning. Therefore, the emphasis in terms of the content of the manual would be: Customizing the contents of the training modules and other manuals to the Kenya environment using the existing manuals, as well as those developed by Tdh at HQ level or in other countries, or by other agencies as a basis; Identifying gaps and addressing them with information sourced from other relevant manuals and the experience of the consultant.
    In order to achieve the above objectives, one of the key tasks is to undertake a review of a number of existing manuals and modules for the reasons indicated above, and to prepare a summary report for presentation to Tdh at an Inception Meeting (report to include identified gaps in manuals, timelines and approach and expected deliverables within the specified timelines, among others).
    Expected results:

    Result 1: Exhaustive review of all manuals and training modules used by Tdh CP project, including identification of gaps.
    Result 2: Presentation of an inception report (see details above). Breakdown on the work schedule to be provided by the consultant in the inception meeting.
    Result 3: New design of manuals and training modules in English that promote Participatory Learning Approaches that is directly related to the target group and to a standard acceptable to Tdh ( (translation into Somali language will be managed by Tdh).
    Result 4: Creation of adapted new pre-post tests to measure knowledge gained, based on the new content of the manuals and training modules
    Result 5: Training of the Tdh team on the new developed manuals and modules. The consultant will ensure the team is perfectly trained and able to use the new developed tools in full autonomy.
    Result 6: Presentation of a final report, including a draft suggested learning and development strategy for the project.

    Indicative Timeframe

    1 month in Kenya including travels from / to Switzerland and between the field locations, with an estimation of :
    15 days in Dadaab refugee complex,
    15 days in Nairobi.

    Dadaab is located along the Kenya-Somalia border, 90km from Garissa town and occasionally experiences security incidences. However, the security situation has been relatively calm with caution observed in hot spot areas. The consultant is expected to adhere to Tdh Kenya mission security policy and other local guidelines (UNDSS, INSO etc). Flexibility in planning and undertaking the assignment is expected as security conditions in Dadaab may affect the planning.
    Child Safeguarding Policy and behaviour:
    The consultant will conduct his or her duties in respect of the Charter of Terre des Hommes and the Tdh Child Safeguarding Policy.
    Tdh expects employee’s conduct reflects proper behaviour in accordance with local culture and traditions. The incumbent assures the moral protection of the name of Terre des Hommes and defends in all circumstances the interests of the organisation
    Tdh intervenes without any affiliation for politics, religion or financial profit. The consultant will direct his or her activities and engagements without preoccupation of political, racial or religious affiliation.
    Requirements

    Minimum 5 years proven experience in Child Protection projects, preferably with Tdh
    Strong technical child protection background is required.
    Preferably he/she should have a broad working experience in refugee camp context, in Kenya and in Dadaab is a plus
    Experience in collaborating with government officials, representatives of bilateral aid agencies, UN agencies, and other international institutions.
    Fluent English and good writing skills (the report should be in English)

    Swahili and Somali an asset

    go to method of application »

  • Intern Data Operator

    Intern Data Operator

    Job Summary
    Provides support to the case management team in data entry, analysis and saving of all the data collected in the field.

    Job Description

    Category: Team member
    Location: Korogocho, Nairobi
    Contract duration: 3 months
    Reports to: Assistant Social Workers and Data clerk
    Position grade: Intern
    Working time (%): 100%
    General job description: The intern – Data Operator provides support to the case management team in data entry, analysis and saving of all the data collected in the field. The intern also helps collect data in the field (by filling in forms, collecting data from registers and performing interviews) if requested by his/her direct supervisor to support monitoring activities.
    Main responsibilities:

    Enters data provided by the project teams using the provided system
    Helps teams process collected data (by cleaning data, performing initial calculations etc.) in line with instructions from his/her supervisor.
    Archives and saves data in conformity with data confidentiality and security rules
    Supplies data as requested by the project teams
    Helps in data collection in the field as required by his/her supervisor.
    Provides any reports required by his/her immediate superior.
    Ensures ethical principles related to M&E are respected, especially those concerning gender equality, fairness and “do no harm”. Protects confidential data, applies the principles of informed consent, and protects children during the collection, processing, analysis and use of M&E data.

    Security and Child Safeguarding Policy

    Comply with Tdh Security Regulations.
    Reports any security/safety incident and/or risk to the Child Protection Senior Officer / Child Protection Project Manager
    Commit to respect the Child Safeguarding Policy.
    Report serious cases of abuse on children to the Child Protection Project Manager. Strict confidentiality must be respected.

    Competencies: This position requires Personal, Social and Leadership Competencies (PSLC) and Technical and Methodological Competencies (TMC)
    In particular:

    Strong sense of personal integrity
    Ability to multitask
    Discipline and precision
    Team spirit: ability to work closely with colleagues
    Flexibility, openness and adaptability

    Other professional skills required:

    Good computer skills, especially Excel
    Data entry experience
    Previous experience with data software tools CPIMS, Stata, SPSS, EpiData, QGIS, etc

  • Country Representative – Nairobi

    Country Representative – Nairobi

    Duration: 12 months
    Location: Nairobi – Kenya
    Terre des hommes does not set closing dates for this position; recruitment is on-going until the position is filled
    Contractual conditions:
    Expatriate contract under Swiss labour code 3’800 CHF (~3’300 €) < > 5’200 CHF (~4’500 €) net /month according to experience x 13, Annual Leave: 25 days per year. Contract includes also local accommodation and transportation, health and repatriation insurance, return flight.
    Context:
    Tdh has been working in Kenya since 2011, initially in drought response and covering child protection in one of the refugee camps in Dadaab. Following its registration in Kenya, programs have expanded to cover an increase in child protection work in Dadaab and in Garissa town, a county wide nutrition project in Garissa county and child protection programming in one of the slums outside of Nairobi. Tdh Kenya is also currently responding to the effects of drought in Garissa county.
    Tdh seeks a dynamic individual with international experience in order to continue the strategic and tactical positioning of the delagation in the country in close collaboration with stakeholder ministries, donors, other INGOs and advocacy partners.
    Main responsibilities:

    Directs the creation of the intervention tactics and strategy for the country and its implementation, in collaboration with the headquarters;

    Controls the application and supervision of signed agreements between Tdh and its partners and local/national authorities;

    Supervises the correct implementation of projects and develops advocacy strategies;

    Ensures the coaching of any collaborator under their responsibility, from the recruiting to the final collaboration reports. Uses the good practices so that their management respects the values of Tdh. Applies and ensures the implementation of staff management policies within the delegation;

    Supervises the correct financial management of the delegation and the funds provided for it;

    In coordination with the headquarters, directs the fundraising and the negotiations with funding partners present in the area of intervention;

    Fosters the correct communication and visibility of the projects and the foundation;

    Is responsible for the implementation of policies on security, child protection and fraud prevention;

    Ensures the good reputation of the foundation in the country;

    Develops synergies with the rest of national and international actors and stakeholders present in the area;

    Ensures the correct flow of operational information within the delegation and with the headquarters (especially for institutional reporting)

    Fonction details:
    Strategy and institutional policy

    To ensure implementation and compliance to Tdh Foundation Strategic Plan, Tdh regional strategic plan and thematic policies in the field;
    Together with the desk, to elaborate, implement and review the country strategy for Tdh in Kenya;

    Project cycle management

    To manage, supervise and coordinate all the activities related to the implementation of Tdh projects in Kenya according to the proposal guidelines and indicators, budget and work plans;
    In consultation with Terre des hommes’s Emergency desk, to develop new projects in-line with Tdh strategic plan and thematic policies;
    To develop annual and/or project work plans;
    To develop monitoring and evaluation systems for all project work;
    Together with the Senior Management Team and the project staff, to review the progress of each project monthly;
    With the technical support of the Resource Persons (thematic), to monitor the quality of the work carried out and to suggest means of improvements;
    To assess the efficacy and effectiveness of the work carried out and to identify ways for further improvements

    Reporting

    To provide the Desk with quality monthly activity reports and annual reports in line with project objectives and indicators;
    To provide the Desk and/or the donors with quality intermediate and final project reports as per contract

    Finance

    To be responsible for the overall financial management of the delegation;
    To ensure a tight follow up of all budgets including donors contracts and takes necessary actions in case of over/under expenditure;
    To work with the finance and admin coordinator on budgeting, accounting and auditing as required

    Human resources management

    To manage (supervision, support, training, etc.) Terre des hommes employees in Kenya, expatriates as well as local staff;
    To recruit Terre des hommes local staff;
    To elaborate, implement and update the delegation personal policy

    Representation and networking

    To represent the organisation in the country, particularly to the government, official agencies, other non-governmental agencies, partners and the community
    To ensure that all formalities required by government and other official agencies are properly prepared and punctually presented
    To actively participate in meetings and fora organised by the GO/NGO/UN sectors as relevant to Tdh work in the country;
    To liaise strategically with Government representatives as well as with potential in country donors including SDC as a bilateral donor

    Fund raising

    To develop and maintain sound relations with potential donors (institutional, local, etc);
    To identify new funding sources;
    To initiate and lead the development of new project proposals;
    To secure new contracts

    Administration

    To implement and updates Tdh delegation’s rules and procedures;
    To ensure that contracts, rules and procedures meet all requirements of national law
    Child Safeguarding Policy:
    To commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including: Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud /Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy;
    To commit to ensure the best implementation possible of the Tdh Risk Management Policies in Kenya;
    To commit to inform supervisors and to deal with any cases, allegations, or possibility of transgression, even potential, of the Tdh Risk Management Policies

    Profile:

    University degree in relevant field
    Language: Excellent oral and writing skills in English C2, French obligatory

    Experiences and aptitudes:

    At least 5 years previous experience of seniority in an NGO at a management position in the field (expatriation)
    Successful track record of developing humanitarian strategies and securing high levels of funding from institutional donors (OFDA; BPRM; DFID; ECHO; UN; etc.)
    Extensive project management experience (management; planning; staff development and training skills) in emergency · Management experience and strong team leadership qualities
    Excellent knowledge of project cycle management (PCM) and strong command of PCM tools
    Ability to work well and punctually under pressure
    A commitment to excellence; attention to detail

    This function requires the mastery of Personal, Social and Leadership Competencies (PSLC), Technical and Methodological Competencies (TMC) and Management and Strategic Competencies (MSC)
    In particular:
    PSLC :

    Shows autonomy and ability to decide
    Manages stress and emotions
    Shows negotiation skills
    Communicates in a clear, concise and responsible way
    Manages conflicts in a constructive way

    TMC:

    Knows and respects the rules and processes of the different domains concerning one’s activities
    Transforms the innovations into shared good practices
    Knows and applies the state of the art in Project Cycle Management

    MSC:

    Acts as a complexity reducer by translating the organizational strategy into clear priorities, goals and operational actions
    Encourages and supports the development of staff competencies
    Acts as a legal, official representative of Tdh both locally and internationally

    Child Safeguarding Policy:

    Raising awareness within the Foundation on violence against children
    Providing guidance to employees and others and defining expectations when it comes to preventing, raising, denouncing and responding to issues of child abuse
    Reducing the risk of child abuse by selectively recruiting employees and others
    Reducing the risk of child abuse by developing a culture of open and informed leadership within the organization and in our work with children

    We offer an exciting and varied work, useful and meaningful, in a team that wants to make a difference for vulnerable children.
    Are you interested? Do you want to face this challenge?

  • Gender Based Violence Project Officer

    Gender Based Violence Project Officer

    Job Scope (Purpose):
    The position is 100% field based in Northern Kenya to provide technical support for the daily implementation of the SGBV project with project assistants and all other constituents.Contract duration: Initially until December 2018, to be renewed on mutual agreement, subject to funding continuity.
    Reporting: Under the direct supervision of the Programmes Director and working closely with the M&E Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for carrying out the following duties and responsibilities:
    Key responsibilities:

    Provide leadership/technical assistance in project implementation with targeted communities and all stakeholders through a strong community-led approach at each project location.
    Facilitate community dialogues engaging elders, men, women, and youth to sensitize them against SGBV to change their attitudes/behavior and support ending of SGBV with their communities
    Facilitate harmonization, reproduction and dissemination of national guidelines and treatment protocols for life saving procedures with all constituents
    Organize and facilitate capacity building (formal/ informal and supportive supervision) of Health care providers (HCPs), Community Trainers-TOT’s, Community Conversation Facilitators (CCFs), Psychosocial Counselors, Law Enforcement Agencies, Female Activists, Local Governments and Community Leaders.
    Supervise the activities of the TOT’s and CCFs and support them to become strong local institutions which are networked with other partners and government to provide leadership in championing rights of women/girls and ending of SGBV with their communities.
    Facilitate strengthening of GBV reporting and referral systems and also case management protocols
    Facilitate strengthening of Community-Based Protection Networks and Rescue Services within the targeted locations.
    Lead in Anti-SGBV campaign strategies, development of culturally sensitive and appropriate including; Information Education Communication-IEC and Behavior Change Communication-BCC materials on SGBV and their strategic dissemination/distribution with key constituents.
    Take lead in the preparation of appropriate content for dissemination through local FM radio on SGBV issues.
    Liaise with the state and county authorities (Ministries of Education/ Health/ Social services gender/ youth) and the Children’s Department and interact positively with development actors/ organizations to ensure that SGBV is integrated in all response programmes/ projects of relevant organizations.
    Strengthen networks and partnerships to support leveraging of resources for the SGBV field programming.
    In collaboration with Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer, lead in project monitoring and evaluation in coordination with the project assistants, partners and communities.
    Prepare standard periodic reports and progress updates on on-going project interventions; monthly, quarterly, biannual and annually.

    Qualifications and other requirements:

    Must have a relevant first degree including; Nursing, Public/Environmental Health, Gender and Development, Social Science. A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
    Minimum 3 years working experience in implementing SGBV Projects with INGO or Government is a requirement and experience in project management will be considered
    Familiarity with children’s rights and education sector programming will be an added advantage
    Fluency in written/oral English and Kiswahili plus an understanding of the local language (Either Samburu, Rendille or Borana) will increase your chance of being shortlisted.
    Readiness to take up the position immediately and be based in Northern Kenya 100% of the time

  • Technical Advisor Child Protection (Re-advetisement)

    Technical Advisor Child Protection (Re-advetisement)

    Terre des Hommes Netherlands (TdH-NL) in East Africa is looking for a Technical Advisor Child Protection, full time, to be based in Nairobi (Kenya), with frequent travel within the region.
    General Characteristics
    The Technical Advisor is a position aimed at advising on child rights and child protection policy matters and providing evidence based input for programme development within the organisation. Our work focuses on the issue of child exploitation, with four key programme themes centered around: (1) the Worst Forms of Child Labour; (2) (Commercial) Sexual Exploitation of Children; (3) Child Trafficking and Migration; (4) Child Abuse / Child Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. TdH-NL also provides humanitarian aid, with a focus on protecting children and their families in emergency situations.
    We address child exploitation through five strategies: prevention of the worst forms of child exploitation; provision of services to ensure safe reintegration of child victims; prosecution of those who perpetrate crimes against children; promotion of a safe and conducive social/economic/legal context for children; and partnership & participation to strengthen civil society in the promotion of children’s rights and to include meaningful participation of children.
    Objective of the function
    Terre des Hommes Netherlands has the ambition to become the Centre of Excellence Against Child Exploitation. The Technical Advisor will profile Terre des Hommes Netherlands as an expert organisation in the fight against it.
    The Technical Advisor is responsible for advising on child rights and child protection policy matters. To this end, the position holder acts as an expert contact point for both internal and external bodies.
    The Technical Advisor will work towards expanding the TdH-NL portfolio of child protection programming globally, with a special focus on child trafficking and migration, as well as TdH-NL’s other core themes , and will ensure all child protection programming is of excellent technical quality. He/she will ensure that all child protection programmes contribute significantly to Terre des Hommes Netherlands’ strategic objectives, national/global learning and advocacy. The post holder is expected to provide technical advice and support to programme staff and our partners to ensure programming objectives are successfully achieved, both in the region as well as at a global level
    Position in the organisation
    The Technical Advisor reports to the head of the department within which the function is positioned and has no direct reports of its own. The position is part of the Lobby and Expertise Unit, that supports the development of our organisational (strategic) focus, programme themes, country programmes, institutional fundraising and the relation between these. The unit also supports and coordinates lobby & advocacy activities as well as research.
    Result areas
    Co-develop policy

    Follows, signals and analyses bottlenecks, trends and developments within and outside the organisation for the assigned policy area/ focus area, both in the region and at a global level.
    Translates these into consequences, opportunities and/or solutions of the organisation’s pursued policy.
    Contributes to the development and evaluation of (different parts of) the policy.
    Provides guidance and support in the decision-making process and contributes to the implementation of (policy) proposals.
    Evaluates the developed policy, signals possible bottlenecks/ deviations and makes proposals for improvement.

    Result: Policy has been co-developed in such a way that developments have timely been signalled and analysed and a contribution has been made to the policy within a focus area.
    Realising policy

    Supports the organisation in the translation of the approved policy into operational policy plans.
    Contributes to the development and implementation of projects and programmes by providing advice and support from the own focus area or by participating in project teams.
    Prepares documents, regulations, decisions and correspondence, and ensures follow-up.
    Ensures the necessary knowledge transfer in the context of policy implementation.
    Evaluates the implemented concrete policy actions and/or projects, signals possible bottlenecks/ deviations and undertakes the necessary actions.

    Result: The realisation of policy has been contributed to in such a way that concrete plans have been prepared and internal and external stakeholders have timely received the right information.**
    Advising and providing information

    Is the point of contact for substantive questions regarding child trafficking and migration, and the other core themes of TdH-NL.
    Supports and advises the organisation upon request in development processes and in preparing reports for which the substantive expertise is necessary.
    Provides solicited and unsolicited advice, information, and support regarding the conducted policy to management and involved parties within the organisation.
    Generates (management) information for annual plans, the budget, and budget monitoring.
    Supports and advises upon request from the Leadership Team regarding the policy-based validation of proposals from the organisation.

    Result: Advice has been given and information has been provided such that management and other involved parties have been informed and advised on policy development in an expert manner.
    Maintaining contacts

    Maintains internal and external contacts associated with the function.
    Builds and maintains a network with stakeholder organisations.
    Initiates and develops information and knowledge transfer in the relevant policy area and provides information and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

    Result: Contacts are maintained in such a way that the organisation is well represented in external circles.
    Monitor research progress

    Coordinates and conducts the handling of research in accordance with established procedures and monitors its progress.
    Monitors the delivery of reports and research, especially progress and final reports, and deals with this in accordance with the procedures set out for this purpose.
    Periodically communicates the status/progress to the manager and signals bottlenecks.
    Maintains contacts with external parties (referees, grant recipients, researchers) for administrative and organisational support and answers questions.
    Coordinates and co-monitors the progress of research projects based on lead time, budget, and delivery criteria.
    Screens the assessment of the results of current and conducted studies/ projects especially for relevance to the target group of organisation, implementation opportunities and PR value and communicates about this with internal stakeholders.

    Result: Research questions have been coordinated and progress has been monitored in such a way that involved parties have fully and accurately been informed in time, and that current research projects can be completed within scheduled lead time, budget, and delivery criteria.
    Utilise publicity and media opportunities

    Signals publicity opportunities regarding general developments in the organisation’s focus area and regarding research funded by the organisation, and coordinates these with the manager and internal parties involved.
    Advises managers and internal parties involved regarding communication statements about (results of) scientific research.

    Result: Publicity and media opportunities have correctly and timely been utilised.
    Knowledge and skills

    High level vocational or academic (university) education at bachelor level (NL: HBO/WO, Bachelor)
    High level applied or academic professional and intellectual ability.
    Extensive knowledge of child exploitation, specifically in relation to Child Trafficking and Child Migration at the regional and global level.
    Knowledge of and insight in the target group and developments in society.
    Knowledge of subject fields in which research is being conducted (​proven analytical and report writing skills is essential​).
    Skills in the development and implementation of policies.
    Extensive knowledge of and experience in children’s rights issues.
    Proven experience in capacity building of civil society organisations.
    Experience with Child Rights based programming.
    Experience in preparing and presenting to national, regional and global fora.
    Five years of experience in a similar position in a similar organisation.
    Experience with Lobby & Advocacy, specifically within the policy area of Child Trafficking and Migration/global trends and developments.

    Competence profile
    Analytical capacity
    Understanding the essence of complex issues by logical reasoning, investigation of potential causes, separation of key messages from the mass of detail and acknowledgment of their interdependence.
    Level 3: Supports and involves others in the immediate vicinity in issue analysis while demonstrating exemplary behaviour.
    Networking
    Builds relationships and networks that are helpful when realising objectives and utilises informal networks to get things done.
    Level 3: Knows how to build and to maintain relationships in support of the realisation of his or her personal objectives and those of the organisational entity. Is regarded as a specialist in the field of networking.
    The power of persuasion
    Expressing opinions convincingly, demonstrating interaction and debating effectively, thereby generating acceptance of viewpoints and ideas.
    Level 2: Defends and argues points of view with tact and in a clear and convincing manner while taking another opinion into account.
    Vision
    The ability to see patterns and underlying relationships in information and be able to translate these to ideas and future situations.
    Level 2: Recognises relevant information and developments and applies these on the job.
    Job Level: D
    Contract period: One year contract with a possibility of extension.

  • Youth Engagement Program Manager

    Youth Engagement Program Manager

    Job Description
    The Youth Engagement Program Manager will monitor and protect the usage of any youth engagement sub-brands across countries where Planned Parenthood Global (PP Global) has presence.
    This individual will revamp existing digital platforms and revitalize content distribution models that will energize the community base, help drive organic traffic towards youth engagement content, and increase the adoption of healthier behaviors, thus adding overall value to PP Global’s projects.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Manage relationship and be point-of-contact with consultants who are supporting PP Global’s youth engagement work to undertake the following:

    Oversee the development of a model and theory of change that will detail the strategic approach proposed to achieve the program objectives and its impact.
    Lead multi-phased implementation and piloting of the program and of tactics to inform full scale launch.
    Ensure effective new and emerging vehicles for communication and dissemination of information that will increase engagement of adolescents and youth in their SRH Wellbeing as well as mobilize their voices in advocacy efforts
    Identify creative opportunities for the youth to develop content themselves for the program in order to elicit youth engagement and representation.
    Coordinate the development and dissemination of a range of communications products for the program to enable youth to engage, use, share as they build their collective movement and address the SRH concerns in the respective countries.
    Generate reports that will inform how young people utilize the digital properties, client interaction in the digital realm and key behaviours resulting from these interactions.
    Provide data that will aid PP Global in improving the quality and accessibility of our services as well as of our digital properties and content, and will inform and support our advocacy goals in ensuring the policy landscape meets the needs of young people.
    Seek engagement strategy that influence attitudes on youth access to sexual and reproductive health and identify opportunities to shift policy debates on these issues.
    Ensure documentation of the most successful elements of the youth mobilization work in support of amplification of the project among key audiences, including donors and allies.
    Organise internal and external evaluations that measure the impact of the digital properties and use these reports to share learning;
    Work with country offices to plan, develop and align youth engagement program strategies and interventions across program countries with the divisional strategic priorities; and
    Perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor;

    Requirements:

    Masters or Advances degree in journalism, communications, marketing or international policies.
    Minimum of eight years’ experience working in relevant digital communications environment. Ability to synthesize information and to generate persuasive and clear verbal and written communications. Strong project management skills. Experience in building media contacts.
    Knowledge of reproductive health issues and/or community development, specifically in developing countries.
    Knowledge of diverse groups, working with a multicultural workforce, and sensitivity and appreciation to cultural differences is required.
    Must be comfortable moving between technical and communication worlds, helping to translate high-level messaging goals into concrete plans and tasks.
    Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills
    Expertise in complex project management
    Professional experience in tracking and analyzing web traffic and other related data
    Proficiency with WordPress and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite.

    Supervision: Oversees relevant entities contracted to support program implementation and interventions.
    Other Skills or Knowledge: Strong writing, editing, analytical, negotiation, interpersonal, facilitation and training, team building, networking, and problem-solving skills, Knowledgeable about social media and related trends. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Effective public speaking skills.
    Travel: Ability to travel minimum of 35% time.
    Other Requirements: Fluent in written and spoken English is mandatory; good command of French is desirable.

  • End of Phase Evaluation for the Emergency Response Project in Marsabit and Turkana Counties, Kenya

    End of Phase Evaluation for the Emergency Response Project in Marsabit and Turkana Counties, Kenya

    The evaluation
    This evaluation is designed to provide documented lessons learned and promising practices which project managers of future projects can use when developing interventions towards child protection centered emergency response with a focus on TdH-NL main child exploitation thematic areas in other similar contexts. It will also serve as an important accountability purpose for TdH-NL by identifying the extent that the project objectives were achieved.
    Objective
    The main objective of the evaluation is to examine the extent to which the project has brought meaningful results for project beneficiaries, and identify key areas that can be replicated in similar interventions. Further, the evaluation will also focus on the programme design, implementation process, performance of the programme, organizational management systems and how these impacted on the implementation of the various projects within this programme.
    The specific objectives of the evaluation include:

    To examine the extent to which the project impact/outcomes (objective) have been achieved
    To identify how the project benefited the beneficiaries.(include the two most significant change stories/case studies child and household in the projects locations)
    To examine the unintended/unplanned effects of the project among the target beneficiaries and local communities
    To examine projects components, strategies and activities that can be replicated in similar projects
    To identify main lessons learnt and recommendations for future implementation child protection centered ER in Kenya and in projects designed under similar contexts.
    To assess suitability of partners selected to deliver on ER activities of TdH-NL against the expected outputs.
    Time period and geographical area
    The proposed evaluation time frame is between February 2018 – June 2018. The evaluation will focus on the emergency response interventions undertaken in Turkana (Turkana central, Loima and Turkana South) and Marsabit (Moyale and Laisamis) counties.

    For more information on the background, evaluation contents and requirements, kindly refer to the full Terms of Reference.
    Expression of Interest
    The consultant will submit a full technical proposal and a financial proposal. The following components must be included:
    Technical proposal

    The consultant’s understanding of the terms of reference
    Clear and detailed work plan including a Gantt chart
    A detailed evaluation methodology
    Full details of proposed consultancy team members,
    Sample report of end of project evaluation preferrable Emergency Response
    Outline of applied DAC, and COC criteria and SHERE standards and Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability

    Financial Proposal
    a. The financial proposal must include the actual number of consultants/team, number of working days and the professional rates per day. It must also include a separate itemised logistic budget with accommodation, transport and stationary, communication, etc, well broken down.

  • Director, Compliance, Procurement Contracts and Grants

    Director, Compliance, Procurement Contracts and Grants

    Key Roles and Responsibilities

    Compliance Functions

    Works with the COP and HQ to develop a targeted, risk-based, and coherent annual compliance review plan, disseminates the plan to management and core operations teams and ensures strict adherence/implementation of the plan within the stipulated timelines
    Reviews various areas of AFYA Jijini transactions and operations including grants, procurement , Finance , IT , HR as determined by the risk assessment and for conformity and compliance with policies, US Government Auditing Standards and USAID rules and regulations generally accepted accounting principles, as applicable.
    Work with the program teams to ensure compliance with any other donor requirements e.g. Family Planning compliance, Environment compliance and reporting requirements.
    Work with HQ and program team to draft and prepare donor requests for approvals
    Provide expert advice and timely guidance/analysis on USAID rules and regulations, applicable contract clauses, etc.
    Ensures that all audit/compliance findings are tracked and is responsible for monitoring implementation status by the various managers, and will report on implementation status on a regular basis

    Sub Grants

    Provide oversight to the Grants and Sub Contracts Manager in his/her functions
    Induct all sub grantees on USAID rules and regulations and other compliance related matters.
    Carry out periodic spot checks on a sample of sub awards for compliance with sub award agreements, financial reporting, and internal controls and recommend improvements as needed.
    Carry out end of project audits for a sub awards.
    Participate in the process of external audits and assist with follow-up and closure of audit findings.
    Work with the Grants and Sub Contracts Manager in finalizing the RFAs
    Work with the COP in seeking the various CO’s approvals for RFA publications and other needs per Grants Manual
    With the Grants and Contracts Manager lead the Grants Selection Process and approve all the necessary documentations for sharing with HQ
    Lead the Monitoring of the sub grantees on their implementation
    Review and develop documentation for seeking approvals for extension or increased funding for all sub grantees where necessary

    Sub-Contractors Functions

    Plan for supervision and monitoring of all the sub contracts on the compliance issues
    Provide oversight of sub-contract management, close out, termination, etc.
    Provide oversight of sub-contract annual performance assessment and reporting
    With the COP and DCOP, reviews the SOW of all the Sub contractors at the time of extension or termination of the sub contracts
    Lead compliance visits to the Sub Contractors

    Internal Control Testing

    Review the adequacy and provide recommendations on the internal control system with regards to procurement; management of supplies and equipment; fixed assets; advances; cash and bank controls; Information technology; participant training; human resources; budgeting; travel and advances.
    Review accounting records for adequacy of documentation, safety and ease of availability.
    Design and implement an appropriate monitoring schedule to verify the accuracy and validity of planned payees and training participants. Conduct spot checks at training courses, meetings and other payment sessions to confirm that the recorded participants agree with the actual numbers among other audit objectives.
    Ascertain accuracy of financial reports submitted by AFYA Jijini. Periodically review financial reports submitted for accuracy – both internal (management accounts/reports) and external (donor reports & financial statements
    In conjunction with the HQ conduct investigations related to suspected fraud, ensuring timely completion of investigations and proactive status updates with key stakeholders, while maintaining confidentiality

    Reporting and Communication

    For all internal audit assignments and compliance reviews carried out, prepare concise reports detailing finding, risk and recommendations. Ensure that there are management comments solicited for every condition and recommendation given.
    Carry out follow-up exercises to ensure that all recommendations made during the internal audit exercises are implemented and if necessary organize for training to fill any gaps
    Support Institutional learning, capacity building and strengthening risk management and compliance
    Serve as an expert on applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
    Develops an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers.
    Organize and conduct regular internal orientations to staff on IMA policies e.g. fraud policy, whistle blower policy, conflict of Interest and USAID rules and regulations as well as any policy changes/updates.

    Risk Management

    Develop, update and follow up of the risk matrix for an improved control environment and reduce exposure.

  • Project Development Officer

    Project Development Officer

    Job Description
    The British Institute in Eastern Africa seeks to appoint a suitably experienced, self-motivated and skilled person to the post of Project Development Officer (PDO) in its Nairobi office on Laikipia road, Kileleshwa.
    This is a fixed term contract for one year in the first instance.
    This is a senior post reporting directly to the Director.
    The PDO will work to support the Director in the development and implementation of the BIEA’s strategic development programme.
    This aims to diversify the BILA’s income streams and to further BIEA’s strategic objectives, including strengthening policy making in and on the region; advancing Research Excellence in and on Eastern Africa; promoting internationalism through forging new forms of collaboration between scholars, civil society and policy makers; developing plans and coordinating projects to achieve these objectives.
    The PDO will lead in the development of new funding applications and income-generating projects, and will take responsibility for the implementation of these.
    He/She will lead the administration and management of the BIEA’s role in external partnerships and projects.
    Gross salary: 150,000 Kes/month + medical benefits.

  • Contracts and Grants Manager

    Contracts and Grants Manager

    Summary:
    The Contracts and Grants Manager oversees and administers the program’s sub-contracts and grant portfolios. This position will design and implement systems to ensure transparency, competition, documentation, and cost analysis. With strong expertise on USAID rules and regulations, s/he will provide support to various functions of the project, including soliciting input from technical specialists for the overall management and administration of the Afya Jijini’s subcontract/subgrants portfolios.
    Responsibilities:

    Establish and maintain systems and procedures for Afya Jijini subcontract/subgrantee processes;
    Utilize IMA required templates to issue and amend sub-contracts and grants for the Afya Jijini program.
    Negotiate acceptable terms and conditions with subcontractors and grantees and seek approval from the Senior Director of Grants and Contracts for any terms that deviate from IMA policies and required templates
    Review all scopes of work and specifications to be incorporated into subcontracts, vendor agreements, and grants proposed by project technical staff for contractual consistency, accuracy, and compliance with IMA World Health policies and USAID regulations;
    Liaise with subcontractors, including generating scopes of work to order their services and routing of their invoices to technical managers for approval prior to payment
    Monitor grantees and subcontractors in the requirements of proper project management in order to adhere to USAID and IMA World Health regulations and policies and performance, and initiate corrective action if performance falters;
    Lead capacity assessments of all subcontractors and grantees, evaluate associated risks and initiate action to mitigate risks;
    Manage and coordinate collection of complete supporting documentation consistent with USAID requirements and IMA’s policies, evaluation of offers/bids, and negotiation/award of contracts.
    Advise Afya Jijini team members on matters related to preparation and administration of contracts and sub-awards
    Support activities of Finance staff in the areas of fiscal management, audit, and financial reporting for all government contracts and sub-awards.
    Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of related regulatory, statutory and administrative requirements, particularly with respect to Government of Kenya laws and regulations, and USAID for the overall Afya Jijini program
    Other responsibilities as assigned

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s Degree in finance/accounting or related field, advanced degree preferred;
    Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CA, etc) and membership to a reputable accounting body is required.
    Minimum of 7 years progressive work experience in negotiating, awarding, and administering grants under contracts and subcontracts, particularly those funded by the U.S Government (particularly USAID) and other foreign governments or multilateral institutions.
    Detailed knowledge of OMB Circulars 2CFR200 Section E, 22CFR228, 2CFR700, FARs and AIDARs
    Strong leadership, diplomatic, analytical and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team, assess priorities, and manage multiple activities with attention to detail, meeting tight deadlines under pressure
    Significant experience in the development and negotiation of various agreements and contracts, including creative problem solving
    Experience in building capacity of local organizations to adhere to US government (USAID) contractual requirements and regulations is preferred
    Previous work experience in a non-profit organization, particularly in international settings, highly desirable
    Excellent communication skills including written and oral communication and the ability to present to groups of all sizes
    Solid diplomatic skills, including the ability to effectively manage a variety of internal and external relationships, especially relationships with contractors and grantees
    Ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment
    Solid Computer skills-facility with MS Word, Excel, and e-mail/internet software; knowledge of fund accounting software (MIP desirable)
    Self-starter with ability to work independently and part of a team