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  • Logistics Supervisor Regional Technical Referent (RTR) Energy – Central Africa

    Logistics Supervisor Regional Technical Referent (RTR) Energy – Central Africa

    The objective of the Position:

    The Logistics Supervisor (Base) is responsible for all the logistics activities that support the day-to-day functioning of the project offices and facilities, including the residential compounds. These activities include transportation/fleet management, communication means and infrastructure, security/guarding, and the provision of utilities.

    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    Fleet Management Supervision – Ensuring the vehicle fleet maintenance which includes planning and overseeing timely preventive and curative maintenance of all vehicles according to MSF standards; Instructing and monitoring drivers on correct driving habits and standard checks
    Facility management and asset inventory- Under the line manager’s supervision and instructions: Ensuring the check and follow-up of facilities through daily visits and reporting any anomalies/problems, evaluation of the rehabilitation needs; following up minor building rehabilitation work; checking that premises observe security norms; monitoring the consumption of mechanical and electrical vehicles/machines/devices
    Security and safety- Regularly checks and verifies the security services provided at the residential compounds and coordination office, discussing any concerns or remarks with the residents and supervisor
    Human Resource Management- Team management, performance reviews, learning needs identification for his/her team
    Logistics administration and reporting- Assists the Logistics Manager with the follow-up of logistics budgets and revisions; expenses/realization; preparation of the monthly cash request
    Together with the line manager and according to MSF standards: planning the required checks and maintenance activities of energy systems/set-up; Monitoring maintenance activities of infrastructure; management of non-medical stocks and equipment
    IT & Maintenance – Project (acting) IT/Technical families Focal Person.
    Due to the MSF nature of activities; other duties as assigned by the Supervisor like participating in emergency response as needed

    Qualifications & Requirements:
    Education

    Desirable: Degree in humanitarian logistics, management In Logistics and supply, Electrical, Mechanical, Construction, IT, Bio- Med or related fields.

    Experience

    Essential: at least three years of relevant experience in technical logistics or related fields.
    Desirable: Finance/Contract management experience. At least two years in supervisory/managerial positions with MSF or other humanitarian NGOs

    Languages

    Fluent in English and Swahili

    Competencies

    Computer literacy, all-round technical understanding,
    People management, Commitment, Flexibility, Results-oriented and Teamwork

    Applicants MUST be Kenyan nationals and have the necessary statutory documents (ID, NSSF, NHIF, and a PIN certificate).
    Candidates meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit a motivation letter and an updated Curriculum Vitae as a single file mentioning on the subject line “Logistics Supervisor” to Email: msff-kenya-recruitment@paris.msf.org by the deadline(18th Ocotber, 2023)

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  • Project Budget and Compliance Specialist

    Project Budget and Compliance Specialist

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for a dynamic Project Budget and Compliance Specialist with excellent financial and analytical skills to oversee the management of budgets and financial compliance of CIP projects, from proposal to completion, globally.

    Key responsibilities:

    Monitor funding trends and manage capacity for the functional area to ensure compliance and delivery of financial services to the projects.
    Monitor all the financial aspects according to the agreement, IFRS and donor guidelines, including preparation of proposal budgets, set-up of projects in OCS, preparation and submission of all invoices, financial reports to donors, timely corrections to the general ledger, and maintenance of agreement master files.
    Work with the project team to ensure that all donor related information is disseminated to project and, therefore, abide by donor rules and regulations.
    Maintain appropriate relations with donors and make reports as necessary, ensuring compliance with any terms or conditions agreements.
    Monitors compliance in the projects, including project audit reports and general financial and contracts issues related to projects.
    Develop policies and procedures related to projects accounting and projects financial management, as well as to contribute to those related to grants and contracts management.
    Monitor Portfolio Health: Recovery of Indirect Costs (OH, Chargebacks, Personnel), Potential Risks (Exchange Rate adjustments, Budget Variances/Revisions, Audits tracks)
    Prepares and submits timely and accurate donor reports (W1&W2, W3 and Bilateral Funding) requesting the necessary invoices. Stay current with donor regulations and the award requirements identified in the CIP compliance matrix, to prepare accurate and timely reports.
    Maintains all applicable project records and files in accordance with internal controls, demonstrating compliance with donor requirements.
    Prepares and submits timely and accurate portfolio report (Compliance, Health)
    Comply with applicable health and safety CIP policies and procedures.

    What are we looking for?

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Financial Management, Operations or related field.
    At least 7 years of professional experience .
    Knowledge of the international development funding (Desirable).
    Aptitude for understanding complex regulations and monitoring financial transactions and documentation for compliance.
    Strong Knowledge of Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) guidelines and BMGF projects implementation.
    Strong Knowledge with USAID projects, FAR and ADS rules and regulations and OMB Circulars.
    Accounting software packages (ERP Preferable)
    Proficient in MS Office, especially in Excel.

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  • Midwife Nurse Mental Health Supervisor Learning Manager for the Operations Department

    Midwife Nurse Mental Health Supervisor Learning Manager for the Operations Department

    Main Purpose

    Provide obstetrical care to pregnant women and their babies, doing follow up before, during and after delivery, according to MSF obstetrical and reproductive health protocols, universal hygienic and newborn caring standards and under supervision of a specialist doctor, in order to ensure their health conditions and avoid post-delivery complications.

    Accountabilities

    Ensuring the implementation and continuity of antenatal and postnatal care, family planning, obstetrical care (BEmONC 1 and CEmONC 2), neonatal and comprehensive abortion care, management of victims of sexual violence, reproductive tract infections and Fistula care in accordance with MSF Reproductive Core Package of Activities and reinforce the implementation of standardized protocols.
    Where PMTCT is implemented, ensuring implementation of the PMTCT protocol in the ANC/delivery and PNC consultations (pre counseling, test and post counseling
    Collaborating with the medical doctor and nurse in the management of Sexual Violence cases
    Assessing the feasibility for referral of pregnant women form the TBAs to the OPD/MCH for medical evaluation and/or complicated deliveries.
    Ensuring hygiene and sterilization criteria (including universal precautions) are met according to MSF specifications.
    Performing cleaning and minor maintenance for biomedical equipment used.Following the user manual and protocols and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning
    Guaranteeing a regular and ongoing supply of drugs and equipment required for maternity activities (including monitoring/consumption control/ordering of orders.
    Properly following up all newborn babies from delivery until discharge, informing mothers and relatives about importance of breast feeding, vaccination and possible complications resulting from harmful traditional practices.
    Ensuring patients’ right to privacy and confidentiality is respected
    Supervising that administrative procedures of admissions and hospitalizations comply with MSF protocols , as well as verify patients are properly informed and receive the documents required (birth certificate, vaccination card, etc
    Participatingin the organisation of the ward in collaboration with other midwifes and the maternity ward supervisor. Ensure transfer of relevant information to the next shift team (specially identifying risk cases)
    According to MSF protocols in force, conduct normal deliveries independently Manage obstetric emergencies; identify cases needing referral and send them in time, clean up the newborn, executing and registering first neo-natal medical acts (cutting and cleaning the umbilical cord, vaccination, etc.), detecting possible anomalies/infections of the newborn and reporting them to the doctor, in order to ensure successful interventionsSupervises the use of drugs, facilities and obstetric material, in order to ensure, in accordance with number of patients and prescriptions, a rational use as well as pharmacy stock levels are permanently updated, kept under appropriate conditions and above minimum safety point. 1 BEmONC = basic emergency obstetric and neonatal care = Administration of antibiotics, oxytocics, anticonvulsants, manual removal of the placenta, removal of retained products following abortion, assisted vaginal delivery, preferably with vacuum extractor and newborn care including neonatal resuscitation. 2 CEmONC = comprehensive obstetric and neonatal care = the full package of BEmONC Plus; surgery (caesarean section, hysterectomy, laparatomy), safe blood transfusion and care to sick and low birth weight newborns

    MSF Section/Context-Specific Accountabilities

    Compensate (or make sure that someone can compensate in the right way) patient lack of autonomy especially regarding feeding, personal hygiene, movements and their comfort.
    Leads sensitization activities and health talks
    Carry out when necessary a therapeutic education of the patient (and family) using a patient based approach
    Ensure that routine laboratory tests are performed, interprete the results and adapt the approach if necessary
    Participate actively in the monitoring and the reporting of medical activities (correctly fill in patient files, forms, statistics, HIS reports) and propose analysis of these statistics.
    Identify high risk client antenatal and postnatal and refer them to high risk clinic or maternity for management and monitoring. Educate, inform and book high risk client for review at high risk clinic on discharge from Maternity ward
    On discharge, educate patients; advise mothers on useful topics for their home return; breastfeeding, emergency signs of post-partum complications, family planning (importance of child spacing)
    Ensure the patient’s correct understanding of possible treatment
    Verify that the patient has received the documents: birth certificate, vaccination card, etc

    Requirements
    Education

    Essential Diploma in Kenya registered community health Nursing (KRCHN). Desired Bachelor in Nursing.

    Experience

    Essential working experience of at least two years in midwife activities related jobs. Experience with other NGOs and/or MSF is an asset

    Languages

    Essential, mission language; local working language would be an asset.

    Competencies
    Results

    Teamwork
    Flexibility
    Commitment
    Service

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  • Finance Officer Gender, Equity, Safeguarding and Social Inclusion (GESSI) Integration Manager (YALI)

    Finance Officer Gender, Equity, Safeguarding and Social Inclusion (GESSI) Integration Manager (YALI)

    Job Summary:
    Coordinates financial/accounting operations, including overall financial monitoring and support/guidance to projects in finance and operations staff, to ensure the fiscal well-being of the organization. Provides financial management and guidance, conducts analyses of financial data, provides budget analyses for project funds, and reviews and prepares required reports to funding agencies to ensure compliance with the donor’s requirements. Proactively guides and supports respective financial success by providing high level analytical expertise, implementing business strategies and developing strong customer relationships. Provides analysis and business modeling support on strategic initiatives for senior management and field operations. Analyzes performance trends, modeling complex business decisions, tracking performance and presenting results.
    Accountabilities:  

    Analyzes, budget forecasts, regulatory filings and compiles moderately complex data.
    Interprets, analyzes and/or evaluates data, ensures compliance with applicable state and federal statutes, and uses Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures (GAAP).
    Develops and maintains effective working relationships with regulated industries, consultants, management and staff.
    Interprets and provides explanation for discrepancies and variations in financial data.
    Applies updated information technology to facilitate program goals and program procedures.
    Delivers formal presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience; educates relevant parties regarding programs, procedures and/or eligibility criteria.
    Interacts with industry representatives, co-workers and officials to analyze or resolve issues.
    Maintains a variety of professional working relationships.
    Documents complex issues and effectively articulates written conclusions; Interacts with staff officials and executives.
    Reviews and edits work of others.
    Presents oral and written testimony on moderately complex issues.
    Uses financial systems to produce reports, financial models and databases.
    Serves as a subject matter expert and may lead teams on complex financial issues.
    Analyzes complex business and/or financial issues and consults with management or business entities as needed; works independently; active participant in meeting organizational goals.
    Implements and evaluates financial/statistical models, systems and serves as a trusted advisor to management.
    Evaluates and determines fiscal and operational policy. Determines service impacts and analyzes the regulatory environment to makes recommendations on best practices.
    Communicates industry information regarding more complex or unique issues, and presents specific findings in such situations.
    Establishes and maintains professional working relationships. Interprets compliance and makes recommendations to management.
    Documents more complex or unique issues and effectively articulates written conclusions; Interacts with management to plan, negotiate and coordinate complex written findings.
    Presents oral and written testimony on complex financial issues.
    Develops or adapts new financial processes and procedures based upon changes in corporate policies, laws and regulations or industry practices.
    Recommends and develops regulations, policies, and procedures.

    Applied Knowledge & Skills:

     Applies expert knowledge of current federal, state and local government programs. Applies expert level technical and administrative knowledge of the rules and regulations in the subject area and defends analyses and recommendations relating to a variety of issues.
    Has a thorough knowledge of external regulations as well as internal corporate policies and procedures.
    Proficient knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Internal Control Fundamentals. * Excellent oral and written communication skills.
    Excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
    Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
    Demonstrated project and organizational skills.
    Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify/resolve errors and prepare reports.
    Ability to motivate and work well with others.

    Problem Solving & Impact:  

    Analyzes complex technical matters involving existing and emerging issues pertaining to finances and makes recommendations from the analysis.
    Recommends and/or takes corrective action when necessary based on acquired knowledge and observation of best practices.
    Has influence on the overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization.
    Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve objectives would normally have a serious effect upon the administration of the organization.

    Supervision Given/Received:   

    Work is performed with minimal direction. Participates in determining objectives of assignment.
    Plans schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives.
    Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
    Implements departmental work plans and provides input for performance reviews.

    Education:

    Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent.

    Experience:  

    Typically requires a minimum of 8+ years of progressively responsible accounting, finance and operational management experience in a government contracting environment coupled with internal control reviews.
    Experience applying U.S. Government grants, contracting and auditing standards as they apply to effective management of multi-year funds
    Proven experience in transferring knowledge into operational plan with clients collaboration and sustainable buy- in.
    Substantial experience using computerized financial information systems.
    Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
    Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English; fluent in host country language as appropriate.
    Demonstrated team leader experience in finance, auditing or accounting department preferred.

    Typical Physical Demands:

    Typical office environment.
    Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
    Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
    Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

    Technology to be Used:

    Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

    Travel Requirements:

    Less than 10%

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  • Gardener

    Gardener

    Main Purpose

    Carrying out gardening according to MSF procedures and following the line manager’s instructions in order to maintain clean and organized all green areas in MSF premises.

    Accountabilities
    Performing gardening work in the MSF premises, including but not limited to the following:

    Executing green area maintenance activities (mowing, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and weeding) and executing preventive and curative phytosanitary treatments
    Preparing and maintaining flowerbeds and ornamental planting, as decided with the line manager, and preparing soil, sowing seeds, and planting grass. Reporting any earthwork or maintenance work needed in MSF premises
    Refilling water cisterns and informing the line manager when there is a shortage
    Performing simple tasks involving earthworks, laying borders, and paving and drainage
    Training the security guards to correctly water flowers and plants, taking into account the availability of water resources
     Keeping areas within MSF premises clean and tidy (e.g. empty dustbins, sweep paths, etc.) and ensuring proper use, storage, and maintenance of the equipment and tools provided.
    Performing tasks delegated to him/her as specified in his/her job description

    The scoop of the work will be to attend three gardens in MSF premises base on a schedule set by the direct supervisor
    The number of maintained premises is subject to increase
    Requirements
    Education

    Literacy Desirable

    Experience

    At least one year in similar jobs

    Languages

    English & Swahili

    Knowledge: 

    Ability to do basic repairs

    Competencies:  

    Commitment to MSF Principles Behavioural Flexibility Stress
    Management Results and Quality Orientation Teamwork and
    Cooperation Service Orientation

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  • Gender, Equity, Safeguarding and Social Inclusion (GESSI) Integration Manager (YALI)

    Gender, Equity, Safeguarding and Social Inclusion (GESSI) Integration Manager (YALI)

    Position Description

    FHI 360 seeks to hire a Gender, Equity, Safeguarding, and Social Inclusion (GESSI) Manager for a USAID-funded project entitled Young African Leaders Initiative Legacy and Localization (YALI L&L). YALI is a USAID project supporting the next-generation expression of the Regional Leadership Centers (RLC) component of the Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI), the United States’ premier investment in young African leaders. As the on-continent component of the YALI program, in 2015 USAID launched four YALI RLCs at higher education institutions in Ghana, Kenya, Senegal, and South Africa. The RLCs have provided access to leadership and functional training to 22,000 young leaders aged 18–35 from 49 sub-Saharan countries in three tracks: business and entrepreneurship, public management, and civic leadership. YALI 2030 will build on the RLC foundation to create an expanded pan-African youth development model that will harmonize training curriculum, serve underrepresented/underserved youth, build alumni network capacity and professional development opportunities, and develop new program-related partnerships with the private sector and other stakeholders and donors.

    Accountabilities
    Technical Requirements

    Provide technical leadership to activities related to GESSI.
    Liaise and coordinate with key collaborators, including YALI Africa, RLCs, alumni chapters, and other key counterparts including host institutions, government officials, private sector, and civil society organizations.
    Mentor junior technical staff in tracking, analysis, and synthesis of GESSI results to advance learning both within the program and externally.
    Perform other related duties as assigned.

    Project Design and Implementation

    Coordinate closely with the technical staff at the project office in Kenya and with YALI RLC staff in Kenya, Ghana, Senegal, and South Africa to ensure effective integration of GESSI approaches in workplan deliverables, activities, and needs identified by key YALI collaborators and counterparts.
    Lead the Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Analysis
    Create a GESSI Action Plan
    Ensure the timely implementation of the GESSI Action Plan
    Serve as the project’s Safeguarding Focal Point
    Revise and apply existing tools to conduct a GESI Organizational Capacity Assessment (OCA)
    Support YALI Africa and the RLCs to conduct participatory GESSI organizational capacity assessments that roadmap steps toward becoming GESSI transformative organizations.
    Work with the RLCs to improve their GESSI Capacity
    Support recruitment for YALI scholars to ensure there is an equitable balance of women, men, and LGBTQI+ individuals, as well as people with disabilities, urban, rural and ethnic minorities.
    Support alumni to work at the grass-roots level to engage and support marginalized youth facing barriers in application, participation, and alumni phases.
    Work with YALI alumni to develop recruitment materials and approaches on social media.
    Assist YALI to develop approaches to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities who are recruited as YALI scholars.
    Assist in the development of a suite of policies for YALI addressing harassment and violence in the work environment, safeguarding program participants, diversity equity and inclusion.
    Work with HR team to train staff on awareness, implementation, and enforcement of GESI-related policies.
    Address physical and cultural accessibility: Audit residences, classrooms, and other gathering places and prioritize upgrades to eliminate to the extent possible physical and cultural barriers to inclusion.
    Establish formal and informal partnerships with organizations led by women, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities and other marginalized groups.
    Co-develop a GESSI Transformation Course for alumni and other participants.
    Work closely with the YALI Africa team to integrate and mainstream Gender and inclusion principles in all aspects of the project.
    Conduct annual GESSI audits.
    Serve as an internal technical resource on relevant issues or facilitates connections between staff members and divisions as and where needed.

    Operations Management

    Raise challenges or issues to project leadership, as needed.

    Project/Program Reporting

    Support the tracking of technical assistance and refinement of GESSI activities.
    Support documentation and collation of GESSI-related lessons learned, standard processes, and success stories.
    Review and strengthen regular programmatic reporting on GESSI approaches and activities.
    Help in the development and review of workplans related to GESSI activities.
    Work closely with the Activity Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Plan (AMELP) team to support the tracking of one or more GESI-related indicators.

    Quality Assurance

    Ensure technical deliverables related to capacity strengthening from assigned countries are of high quality and meet client / funder contractual obligations.

    Applied Knowledge & Skills

    Ensure appropriate and timely technical support for activities.
    Strong GESSI knowledge and skills
    Strong knowledge and skills on youth leadership development through training, networking, and related activities.
    Strong knowledge and skills on gender equity and social inclusion.
    Strong ability to organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
    Comfort attending and facilitating meetings and representing GESSI issues.
    Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility.
    Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
    Has the ability to lead activities, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.
    Proficient writing and verbal communication skills.
    Ability to lead their own work to job to meet performance standards.
    Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.

    Supervision Given/Received

    The GESSI Manager reports to the DCOP and is a senior member of the technical team.
    May supervise other staff members.
    Self-motivated, proactive orientation to setting and achieving priorities and meeting
    Works under general guidelines for completion and accuracy as determined by the supervisor

    Education

    Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent in a relevant field such as Public Policy, Organizational Development, or Education, or a BA with commensurate work experience.

    Experience

    At least 6 years experience working in international development settings with local or international organizations.
    At least 5 years experience working on gender and or inclusion issues.
    Experience developing GESSI training curricula and training a variety of stakeholders.
    Experience conducting a gender and social inclusion analysis or experience developing a GESSI Action Plan
    Experience working in countries in Africa.
    Advanced skills in French, Portuguese, or other widely spoken African languages other than English are preferred.
    Positive and professional attitude, including ability to lead and work well in a team setting.

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  • Accountant

    Accountant

    Main Purpose
    Control the daily cash/check management, by checking the data reliability, tracking invoices and submitting monthly accounts in accordance with the Finance Manager’s instructions and MSF protocols to provide accurate, updated financial information. Accountants have the responsibility of supporting the project accounting staff and overseeing the books of the projects. They prepare the project books to be integrated in the master by the Accounting Manager.
    Accountabilities

    Directly Responsible for the quality of the accounting (daily / monthly basis), ensures a good system of internal control. Ensures strict compliance with MSF standard standards (e.g., Chart of Accounts) & Finance Minimum Standards
    Controlling the daily cash and check management and ensuring that all receipts and documentation meet MSF requirements (procedures, deadlines, information, signatures …). Tracking bills/vouchers, invoices and other running costs and analysing the related information (costs, service contracts …) in order to give reliable and updated information.
    Controlling cash advances and cashbook movements for each petty cash box, recording all IN and Out transactions, ensuring that cashbox balances always reflect the actual amount of money kept in the cashboxes and investigating any discrepancy. Ensuring strict compliance with cash control procedures for each cashbox / currency (daily cash control, weekly cash inventory and reconciliations).
    Keep track of bills/vouchers and other running costs and analyse the related information (costs, service contracts …) to give reliable information about the mission functioning.
    Ensure a mid-monthly and monthly accounts report in accordance with MSF procedures, checking individual entries and preparing the necessary administrative documents (originals) as a basis for justification and explanation of payments and receipts made. Prepare and send weekly bank update to Finco and Dfinco.
    Check the quality of the receipts for payments; prepare cheque payments according to the procedure, transfer requests and bank reconciliations for all bank accounts in capital. Ensure copies of checks / proof of transfer are always attached to voucher, for payments from bank register. Performing bank payments (paper and electronic accounting) and follow-up the payments of regular bills and invoices (such as insurance, phone and internet, utilities, etc.).
    Preparing and performing the payments of taxes (VAT, WHT, PAYE, etc.) within legal deadlines
    Inform supervisors of any issues / problems that may arise in their job performance.
    Being responsible for filing accounting documents and their annexes, preparing documents for audits, organizing the scanning of documents and archiving mission financial documents
    Is the responsible for the processing of UF peripheral accounting (project and capital):
    checks and validates the accounting of all UF peripheral accounts (spot check);
    checks the quality of the accounting allocations; check the conformity of all the invoices and other vouchers and ensures they are approved;
    under the responsibility of the Accounting manager, analyses the problems of cashbox discrepancies and gives technical help to find solutions
    Responsible for filing accounting documents:

    Organizes Financial documents and their annexes (PO/PU/PL)
    Prepares documents for audits
    Organizes the scanning of documents

    Archives mission financial documents.
    Management of monthly payroll importation and encoding from HOMERE to Unifield.
    Manages VAT refunds and maintains a weekly & monthly follow-up, based on the RPO tool, and is the interlocutor with the RPO on VAT issues. The accountant is fully responsible for the process of blanket VAT applications at year-end (and in collaboration with the RPO), or as-and-when blanket VAT is to be initiated.
    Liaison with suppliers about payments, settlement of discrepancies if any.
    The accountant is fully responsible for the process of Blanket VAT Application at year-end (and in collaboration with the RPO), or as-and-when blanket VAT is to be initiated
    Assist and technically support the Cashier in his/her treasury functions. In the absence of Cashier, maintain and update cashbook movements for each petty cash box, record all IN and Out transactions, ensure that cashbox balances always reflect the actual amount of money kept in the cashboxes and investigate any discrepancy.
    Perform currency exchange operations in accordance with the country’s exchange rate policy.
    Provides the necessary technical training for staff of other departments.
    Upon request from the ACMA, assist in the yearly audit, and archiving, according to MSF rules and standards.
    May need to ensure field replacements and gap fill Accountant positions

    Requirements
    Education 

    Essential: Diploma or professional qualification in accounting / finance / business administration

    Experience

    Essential: Administration and Accountancy (minimum 2 years)
    Knowledge of MSF finance rules and processes preferred

    Languages

    Essential :English & Swahili Knowledge
    Essential : Computer proficiency in MS Excel and Word
    Good analytical skills, at ease with figures and economics data
    Excellent communication and diplomatic skills, including writing skills

    Competencies

    Results and quality orientation teamwork and cooperation

    If you meet the above requirements, Please submit your application  by 11thOctober 2023

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    uhired.me

  • Education Specialist

    Education Specialist

    The Education Specialist (ES) is responsible for the delivery of non-financial education services as developed by the EduQuality program for affordable private schools. As part of a local team of Education Specialists, this role is focused solely on delivering professional development courses to school leaders and teacher mentors to support effective management, teaching, and learning, and supporting effective holistic school development via school quality measurement and school development planning processes.

    RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
    Pathways to Excellence

    Collaborate with Education Specialists in-country to develop and implement a School Self-Assessment and School Development Plan that analyses school performance against 18 domains of education quality.
    Establish and support school development planning teams at each school to identify priority areas for school improvement and train school leaders and teachers on provided digital resources for each domain of education quality.

    Cluster Development

    Establish effective school Clusters by supporting the development of a Cluster governance committee with a Cluster Leader, Deputy Cluster Leader, and Cluster Administrator.
    Develop an annual schedule of Cluster Meetings for school leaders and teacher mentors.
    Facilitate collaboration across Clusters for school enrichment activities, i.e., sports competitions, debate teams, arts exhibitions, among others.

    School Leader Professional Development

    Facilitate delivery of School Leadership Professional Development training on leadership and management best practices, including budgeting, marketing and branding, financial management, staff engagement and retention, among others.

    Teacher Mentor Professional Development

    Develop mentorship capacity of teachers through Joint Practice Development (JPD) by facilitating independently and/or collaborating with external trainers. Through ongoing coaching and training, JPD targets the improvement of teacher motivation, subject matter expertise, and pedagogical skills within school Clusters and Opportunity International’s broader network of schools.

    Learning & Knowledge Management

    Document case studies of ongoing effective practices and innovations from the field for dissemination to internal and external stakeholders.
    Liaise with learning partners, as necessary, who engage with the EduFinance program to evaluate effectiveness and impact.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    At least 5-7 years of relevant experience in education development, pre-primary and primary education, early literacy and reading development, special education, and school leadership and teacher professional development.
    At least 2-3 years of experience as a classroom teacher at pre-primary and primary levels.
    Postgraduate in a field related to school-based education, or education development with significant experience in the education field. Graduate degree in education preferred.
    Understanding of the education sector, school curriculum, school environment, and language/literacy needs.
    Strong writing, data collection, and ICT skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, EdTech, learning management systems, data collection tools, mobile tablets, etc.).
    Experience working in education management with school leadership experience and experience working in schools in remote/rural areas preferred.
    Experience working within cross-cultural global organizations and NGOs preferred
    Knowledge of and experience with USAID-funded projects is preferred, but not required.
    An understanding of and a commitment to advancing the mission and core values of Opportunity International 

    LANGUAGE SKILLS

    Written and verbal fluency in English and an additional 1 or 2 local languages are required. Must be able to attend & fully participate in meetings conducted in English.

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  • Senior Technical Advisor, Health Economics & Financing Senior Technical Advisor – Health Economics and Financing (Projects)

    Senior Technical Advisor, Health Economics & Financing Senior Technical Advisor – Health Economics and Financing (Projects)

    Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Senior Technical Advisor for Health Economics & Financing (STA) within its Global Health Systems Innovation Department. As a Senior Technical Advisor for Health Economics & Financing, they will provide thought leadership to MSH and its clients in the areas of revenue mobilization, pooling, purchasing, and benefit entitlement.

    This position may be performed remotely from any country where MSH is registered and has business operations.
    Main responsibilities of the position:

    The STA will support MSH-led health financing projects and be responsible for increasing worldwide knowledge and understanding of MSH’s health financing work publications in journals; presentations to donors, stakeholders, and other development partners; and at conferences. The incumbent will also be expected to identify other project opportunities with health financing elements and participate in developing new business development proposals.

    More specifically:
    Technical Assistance and Expertise 70% LOE

    Provide technical oversight on current and future projects and technical activities related to Health Financing for current MSH project.   

    External representation 15% LOE

    Ensure strong representation of MSH Health Financing activities to local, regional and global partners – including USAID, governments, and other donors. Strengthen collaboration with these partners to advance MSH’s global mission.
    Establish and manage relationships with partner organizations. This will include prime and subcontractors.
    Partner and build strong relationships with thought leaders and engage new audiences in the area of practice.
    Represent MSH at industry conferences and workshops as appropriate and as funding permits.

    Business Development 15% LOE

    Use network and connections to identify and build relationships with strategic partners and funders on practice priorities.
    Support the development of  strategic plans for growing the business portfolio for MSH in Health Financing.
    As a technical leader, participate in new business development efforts and act as a reviewer of proposals.
    Work in close coordination when needed with MSH’s Business Development (BD) BD Unit reviewing bid opportunities, determining the opportunities that MSH should pursue in the practice area.
    Provide critical strategic guidance and insight into pre-positioning for practice area bids as needed.
    Work in coordination with BD Unit to track funding opportunities.  Lead and/or participate in pitching ideas to donors and funders on practice area topics.
    Build and maintain strong relationships with key players among US government and non-US government donors and partners.
    Partner with MSH’s BD in scanning both the market and potential competitors.

    QUALIFICATIONS
    What do you need to apply?

    MSH employs people of passion, we seek those individuals who dream of a better world. We look for professionals who combine experience, local knowledge, and an understanding of international best practices. The successful candidate for this role will be driven by passion for achieving the operational excellence required to achieve MSH’s mission. 

    Required Education:

    Masters in Health Economics, Economics, Public Health, Public Policy, or other related field.
    Advanced graduate degree (Masters level or above); formal training in health financing, health economics, health systems strengthening, health technology assessment, public health, health services research, policy analysis, epidemiology, biostatistics, or related discipline preferred.

    Required Experience:

    Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant work experience in leading health sector projects and activities in low-resource settings with an emphasis on managing and coordinating economic evaluations and analytical assessments.  
    Significant and successful experience in providing technical assistance in the development, design, implementation, and evaluation of health finance policies and programs at the country level.
    Demonstrated success in leading successful proposals to donors, especially USAID, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, or the World Bank.
    Extensive experience in providing capacity-building training in LMICs.

    Knowledge and Skills

    Strong analytical and quantitative analysis skills and a track record of leading technical activities in the field of Health Financing.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a track record of publications in the field of health economics in established peer-viewed journals and presentations at international conferences.
    Good interpersonal and relationship-building competencies in both developed and developing country settings coupled with strong written and oral communication skills.
    Fluency in English required, working professional knowledge of French, Spanish, or Portuguese language preferred.
    Proven skills in working and collaborating with donors, host country institutions, and international organizations.
    Outstanding written and verbal communications skills. 
    Demonstrated familiarity with USAID, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, World Bank, other donor and country level policy and strategy orientations in relation to the practice area.
    Strong written and oral communication skills demonstrated management experience.
    Fully aligned with MSH mission and values.

    Competencies

    Energetic, forward thinking, independent, creative person with intellectual depth and high ethical standards.
    Collaborative leadership approach that contributes to positive team environment, and builds strong relationships with people from all backgrounds, genders, cultures and viewpoints.
    Excellent ability to build personal networks at all levels, resulting in securing new opportunities and strategic growth for the organization in relation to the practice area.
    Energetic, forward-thinking and creative with intellectual flexibility and depth and strong ethical reasoning.
    High level capacity to work in a variety of cultural settings, complex environment and fragile states.
    Proven record of aligning diverse, multi-level teams towards a shared vision.

    Physical Demands

    Up to 25% travel (domestic and international) may be required.

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    Research Associate – Biometrician

    About the role

    The Research Associate will be based in Nairobi-Kenya and will report to the Plant Breeding Statistics Expert. The selected candidate will offer support through expertise in experimental design and data analysis to achieve the common goal of realized genetic gains of potato and sweetpotato varieties on farmers’ fields in Africa and around the globe. S/he will be a member of our data management and biometrics unit, contributing to global breeding and research activities, capacity building and scientific publications.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Support CIP and NARS plant breeders with the implementation of state-of-the-art experimental designs and data analysis methods.
    As member of the CIP data management and biometrics unit, work closely with the GI Breeding Analytics team to the modernization of data management and statistical practices applied at CIP.
    Implement quality control and data curation measures for breeding data and phenotyping trials to ensure accuracy and reliability of data collected.
    Play a pivotal role in optimizing breeding data workflows centered around BreedBase to ensure high quality data that is ready for analysis.
    Participate in the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) both for data management and statistical methodologies relevant for the potato and sweetpotato breeding programs.
    Contribute to publications and documentation related to statistical methods that are applied to make data-driven decisions in our breeding activities.

    Requirements

    Master’s degree in statistics, biometrics, mathematics, quantitative genetics or breeding.
    At least 6 years’ experience in experimental design for breeding trials and phenotypic data analysis using linear mixed models.
    Proficiency in statistical software R, with respect to data manipulation, generation of experimental designs and mixed models. Knowledge of ASReml-R package is a plus.
    Knowledge of genomic selection modelling is considered an advantage.
    Former experience as biometrician supporting a breeding program is considered an advantage.
    Advanced written and oral communication skills in English.
    Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
    Hard working with ability to handle multiple work activities in an effective manner.

    Submit your cover letter and a full C.V. with your references. Screening of applications will begin on October 10th, 2023 and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged; however only short-listed candidates will be contacted. This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only.

    Apply via :

    cgiar.zohorecruit.com