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  • Communication Intern

    Communication Intern

    The position: The intern will work under the supervision of the Capacity Development & Communications Specialist to assist in the development and coordination of advocacy and behavior change communication materials and messages for the project.
    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Content creation and dissemination

    Support the development of BNFB’s advocacy and promotional materials including success stories, banners, factsheets; flyers; BNFB/policy briefs, posters and other promotional materials;
    Assist in developing meta data, uploading and updating BNFB materials on to various platforms including the sweetpotato knowledge portal; CIP website and various platforms;
    Assist in editing BNFB’s audio and video interviews for publication on the various portals including BNFB webspace;
    Assist in writing blog messages and behavior change communication messages.

    Social media

    By following selected key stakeholder sites and social media accounts, select relevant content and draft twitter and Facebook posts for review, bearing in mind good social media practices such as mentions and hashtags.
    Help to publicize new BNFB content on the Sweetpotato Knowledge Portal; Twitter, LinkedIn; Facebook, Pinterest and other agreed upon social media sites.
    Schedule social media posts by use of Buffer and other social media scheduling tools.

    Creation of media galleries

    Assist in selecting and publishing BNFB photographs on Flickr and other BNFB uses;
    Help to craft captions and credit information for BNFB’s photographic collection before posting;

    Perform any other duty as assigned by the Capacity Development and Communications specialist.

    Selection Criteria:

    Bachelor’s degree in communication, Journalism, Media Studies; Information Science, Public Relations, Marketing or a related area.
    High level of computer literacy, accuracy and attention to detail.
    Knowledge of WordPress, MS Office, Photoshop and Illustrator;
    Experience in writing articles in a newsroom setting is an asset;
    Excellent organizational skills, presentation skills and communication skills (including an excellent command in English both oral and written);
    Excellent interpersonal and networking skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals through email and in person;
    Highly effective at use of social media, networking and at securing information and expertise;
    Highly proactive and consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.

    Conditions: This is an internship position open to Kenyan citizens only. The internship contract will be for a period of three months with the possibility of renewal, subject to performance and availability of funds.

  • Deputy Representative

    Deputy Representative

    Job Description
    General position Objective and Job Environment
    The main objective of the Intersectional Deputy Representative (DR) position is to ensure efficient & effective support for coordination of the MSF Protocol office on implementation of the Host Country Agreement (HCA) in close collaboration with the Intersectional Board in Kenya.The DR will have delegated functions on representation (on behalf of the Regional Representative) from the Intersectional Board in the fulfilment of his/her mandate. He/she will not have any operational responsibilities, which remains the sole mandate of the HoM’s.He/she will be the first line technical advisor & focal point on relational and compliance issues of MSF with the concerned Government ministries and departments, and any other interlocutors (NGO/PBO Board, other International and Inter-governmental organisations) on any matters touching on the implementation of the HCA (but with no operational responsibility) and legal status of MSF in the country.
    Main tasks & responsibilities

    Coordination /Management and support in the Regional Office
    Assists, supports and deputizes for the Regional Representative in the technical management of the Protocol Office. This includes, but is not exclusively restricted to:

    Staff management – including evaluations and HR development strategies
    Managing running costs and other operational requirements

    Quality control

    Deputizes as the signatory for all documents prepared by the Protocol Office.
    Assists and supports in Protocol Office strategic vision development and implementation.
    Provide management support & technical Supervision of Protocol Office staff in areas of external relations, organization and communication.
    Prepare and implement on annual basis an operational plan/strategy and budget for the Protocol Office.
    Ensure the Host Country Agreement guideline is in place, adhered to and regularly updated.
    Ensure the office set up reflects, & is adapted to the needs of the operations, and responds effectively.
    Ensure there is proper coordination/interaction between the Protocol Office & operations/coordination’s through the Intersectional board.
    Advice MSF entities on matters of compliance with fiscal & administrative requirements from the authority/Government in collaboration with the Technical
    Coordinators; this includes update of guidelines, analysis of agreements or MoU’s.
    Provide input & analysis on the geo-political context locally & in the region that may impact on the HCA implementation environment.
    Provide administrative & other local fiscal support to the intersection functions in the country in collaboration with the operational centers.
    Contribute to the shaping of priorities and activities of these support services, including the development and implementation of an annual plan.
    Prepare and periodically update a risk analysis that continually reflects the position of MSF with regard to potential adverse operational impact while implementing the HCA and advice accordingly

    External Representation & networking (as delegated by the regional Representative &/or HCA Board

    Develop, review periodically and implement a long term engagement strategy to be approved by Intersectional Board. It should be updated according to context evolution and key actors dynamics and changes.
    Represent MSF in all HCA dealings with (principally) MoFA and other relevant interlocutors (diplomatic missions, agencies, international organisations).
    Maintain regular contacts with the key interlocutors to keep abreast of on goings and share/update & advise MSF missions
    Create and update a mapping of all interlocutors and their contacts identifying main actors and relationships/links within GoK and with MSF entities.
    Provide advice and input where necessary on internal/external communication to INGO, governmental agencies and civil society in as far as it may impact on the Host Country Agreement in Kenya.
    Support to develop and facilitate networks and representation for and with the Intersectional Board towards relevant ministries and other relevant institutions/ international organisations / NGOs as defined by the HCA Intersectional Board (activity further to the actor mapping).
    Follow up on the implementation of the HCA with various external interlocutors, including the NGO/PBO Act transition & implementation once commencement date is announced, and advice appropriately.
    Where needed, identify and justify the need for extra resources to facilitate the lobby & networking activities.
    Represent the Regional Representative in any other meeting as required.Intersection Coordination – Secretary of the HCA Board Intersection Coordination – Secretary of the HCA Board
    Inter-sectional Coordination- Secretary of the HCA Board
    Sit on the Intersectional Board as a Secretary taking minutes of regular meetings and keeping up to date information on all communication between members.
    Adequately brief incoming HoM’s & any MSF country representative of any MSF entity in the country.
    Ensure cohesion & coordination of information flow between various MSF entities under the Intersectional Board.
    Ensure that all technical issues related to HCA/common support services are well appropriated and implemented by relevant MSF coordination/entities in the country.

    Reporting

    Ensure all necessary statutory/compliance reports to MoFA, NGO Board and other relevant entities are properly and timely done.
    Support the operations with input on any reports/information required at the Intersectional Board level.
    Submit a quarterly report on the activities of the Protocol Office to the Regional Representative & Intersectional Board and SHIELD referents
    Provides and maintain institutional history/memory for the context on the HCA and related matters, with necessary documentation.

    Other

    Keep contact with the SHIELD and other missions’ regional offices (mainly in EA, or as deemed relevant) to capitalise on experiences and resources, and offer support where required.

    Selection Criteria
    Essential

    A university-level degree in International Relations, Political Studies or Management; or Diploma in a similar discipline with working experience in similar role.
    Masters degree and professional training in management, compliance (tax, administration) is a plus.
    2 years successful experience as Deputy MSF HoM or of comparable/equivalent experience in other entities or International organisations. Experience in
    Government, embassies or diplomatic missions are desired
    Must be fluent in English & Swahili, French and or Spanish will be an asset

    Desirable

    Soft skills: Completely fluent in English and Kiswahili; highly autonomous and strong communication skills (intersection position);
    Capacity to supervise and coordinate intersection positions/platforms; Good presentation skills (MOFA and other high-level forums and Ministries); solutions-oriented.
    High negotiation and diplomatic skills, strong management skills.
    Presentation skills (MOFA and other high-level forums and Ministries); solutions-oriented

    Competencies

    Commitment to MSF’s Principles
    Cross-cultural Awareness and Flexibility
    Analytical Thinking
    Results and Quality Orientation
    Service Orientation
    Planning and Organising
    Initiative and Innovation
    Capacity to Negotiate
    Teamwork and Cooperation

    Conditions

    Based in Nairobi MSF office with occasional travel to the field, around the region and visits to Barcelona HQ and Europe.
    Minimum commitment of 2 years
    Full time work.
    Annual gross salary: 3,827,887. KES plus secondary benefits based on MSF OCBA Reward Policy.

  • Team Leader -Lodwar Team Leader – Mandera

    Team Leader -Lodwar Team Leader – Mandera

    Job Description
    The Team Leader will be responsible for the overall management and operations of the proposed European Union Trust Fund a three-year Collaboration in Cross-Border Areas of the Horn of Africa Region: The Southwest Ethiopia – Northeast Kenya border to prevent local conflict and mitigate its impact. She/he will supervise project implementation and ensure the project meets stated goals and reporting requirements. The Team Leader will take a leadership role in coordination among the European Commission and key stakeholders and other implementing partners. The position requires a political savvy and diplomatic staff who will interact at a high level with numerous Government institutions and senior government officials as well as European Union agents. Reporting to the Country Director, the position is based in Lodwar.
    Roles and responsibilities:

    The Team Leader will oversee program start-up and ongoing program management and administration of teams across various field locations.
    Ensure appropriate systems and support mechanisms are in place to track, analyze and report on results as well as engagement with senior management on the strategic direction of the overall program.
    Engage with various partners and stakeholders at different levels, to establish and maintain contacts with senior-level officials of the host government in the three represented countries and represent Pact in national and regional meetings.
    Implement the strategic vision and programmatic goals as laid down in the Project Document.
    Ensure that program implementation is responsive to communities and partners and beneficiaries are effectively targeted.
    Support and guide program managers to develop partners’ memoranda of understanding (MoUs) and contracts & oversee a training program for program partners.
    Develop, oversee and ensure joint work planning and program implementation strategies, including frameworks, beneficiary targeting, distribution process as well as capacity building of partners as needed. Evaluate, interpret and analyze information and data to prepare accurate reports and to realign if necessary.
    Integrate community approaches, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate. Ensure coordinated efforts with other Pact conflict and peace building programs.
    Ensure program implementation is on time, target and budget, using effective M&E systems to reach desired impacts.
    Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor policies and procedures.
    Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.
    Provide training and mentoring to partners to strengthen capacity for technical service delivery and compliance with donor rules and regulations.
    Oversee the management and development of project office human resources to ensure a diverse, skilled and productive workforce, an effective leadership team, and an organizational culture where Pact’s values are practiced.
    Ensure high-quality strategic oversight, direction and technical programming through hands-on guidance and support grounded in the program’s strategic objectives and adhering to expected technical quality and reporting requirements
    Participate in the technical and programmatic design of award and partner programs; represent Pact in negotiating with donors and partners
    Manage all project planning responsibilities, including the production of annual work-plans; guide and oversee the alignment of the budget to expected results, and review and approve annual budgets and quarterly reports.
    As relevant, manage all local grant making mechanisms, ensuring compliance with donor regulations and Pact policy; coordinate and/or conduct monitoring visits to grantee programs.
    Ensure compliance with Pact and EU and government of Kenya requirements, policies and regulations.

    Qualifications and Experiences:

    Master’s Degree with 8 years’ experience or Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of experience in Conflict, CVE, Peace Building, Migration or a related field
    Eight years’ experience in managing complex peace building programs, cross border programs, CVE and/or migration programs of similar scope and size is desired;
    Eight years of experience in program management and administration, financial management, award cooperative agreement compliance, sub award management, and tracking project performance and costs;
    At least five years’ international experience in development, managing, overseeing, or evaluating comprehensive CVE, conflict and/or peace building programs of similar size and complexity, with European Commission experience preferred.
    Five years demonstrated skills and experience in building and strengthening partnerships donors, private sector, NGO and local community organizations relations; and engagement with the Government of Kenya and Ethiopia.
    Strong strategic and creative thinker. Flexibly to changing situations, overcomes obstacles and recovers quickly from set-backs.
    Proven performance in organizing and coordinating major initiatives, events or challenging inter-organizational activities.
    Ability to work in partnership with team members, partner agencies and community members of both the international and national communities.
    Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
    Strong computer (word processing) literacy, skills in graphic/web design a plus.

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  • Research Associate (WUR) Intern

    Research Associate (WUR) Intern

    The International Potato Center (CIP) seeks a highly talented Wageningen University and Research (WUR) Associate to work on a study of Gender and the Moral Economy of Sweetpotato Vines based in Kenya with frequent travel to Tanzania.
     
    The position: The study is a collaboration between the CGIAR and Wageningen University and Research (WUR), funded by the CGIAR Collaborative Platform for Gender Research, the CGIAR Research Program on Roots, Tubers and Bananas (RTB), and the International Potato Center implemented Sweetpotato Action for Security and Health in Africa (SASHA) project.
    The research is a follow-up study on a sweetpotato seed systems project – Sweetpotato Action for Security and Health in Africa (SASHA Marando Bora) implemented between 2009 and2012 in Lake Zone, Tanzania. The WUR Associate will provide support for study design, data collection, analysis and write up and strengthen linkages with WUR.
    Duties

    Review of existing literature on moral economy;
    Support preparation and implementation of start-up meeting; review of instruments; training in gender based tools;
    Participate in three rounds of field interviews and focus group discussions with: key informants, successful & non-successful DVMs; selected vine buyers and non-buyers per DVM village;
    Support data processing;
    Support data analysis and preparation of two co-authored scientific articles; Develop lessons learned and communications materials.

    Requirements

    MSc in Social science, sociology, rural development;
    Knowledge of Kiswahili or willingness to learn;
    At least basic knowledge of agriculture;
    Participatory and qualitative data collection methods in rural areas;
    Data processing and analysis;
    Use of gender tools and analysis;
    Experience working in multi-cultural context, team work, self-reliance;
    Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English;
    A Graduate of WUR.