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  • System Support Officer

    System Support Officer

    Technical Responsibilities:

    Capabilities of the MOE data management systems expanded.

    Work with MOE, KNEC, TSC and USAID to identify expansion needs for the existing EMIS, and the developing KEMIS, to support KEAP and KPLP activities, especially the test item assessment system.
    Enhance the capabilities of the existing EMIS to support KPEEAP and KPLP activities, especially the test item assessment system.
    Work with MOE, TSC, KNEC and USAID and develop identified tools for data collection from schools and teacher training to CBA and or dashboard with any needed linkages to other MOE data systems.
    Work with MOE, TSC, KNEC and USAID to develop a data transmission system to CBA and/or dashboard with any needed linkages between the MOE data systems. The data should include but not limited to data from remedial learning activities, monitoring teacher training, classroom lesson observations and teacher support, continuous classroom assessments and national grade 3 e-assessment, KPLP baseline, midline and endline evaluations and any other needed data in support of KPEEAP and KPLP. The data transmission system developed under KPEEAP should be in support of the existing MOE and TSC data systems such as CBA, NEMIS and TPAD.
    Expand the classroom observation/teacher support tool to include documentation of areas identified for teacher support to be uploaded in the dashboard for subsequent follow up to inform further teacher training.
    Create a link in the teacher feedback portal to access teacher training resources to help them build their knowledge on the feedback areas.
    Leverage private sector support in setting up and operationalization of the data collection and transmission system.
    Ensure continuous capacity building of MOE, TSC, KNEC and other related SAGAs engaged in the MOE data management system expansion for final transition of the expanded system to MOE.

    Capacity of administrators enhanced to manage assessments and data systems.

    Provide short term training for about 50 KNEC and MOE technical staff in early grade reading assessment, learning assessment including e-assessment, item bank and test items development and item moderation.
    Involve and mentor KNEC and MOE officials in all the KPEEAP activities including early grade reading assessment, item bank and test item management, item moderation and learning assessment processes.
    Provide materials that are necessary for conducting early grade reading assessment and learning assessment.
    Provide equipment and software that are necessary for early grade reading assessment and learning assessment data entry, transmission, analysis and reporting.
    Provide technical experts to work with MOE and KNEC on early grade reading assessment, test bank and test items, education management information systems and assessments including e-assessment, data collection, transmission, analysis and reporting.
    Enhance internal technical capacity at KNEC to manage the data storage, analysis, processing and utilization infrastructure.

    Minimum Requirement Standards:

    Desired Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in information technology (IT), computer science, information science with IT, or related field from an accredited institution.
    At least 8 years of experience in information and communications technology-related service management, IT systems support, basic computer networking, IT system security management, and related technologies conducting and supporting assessment.
    Hands-on experience in installation, troubleshooting, and upgrading software and hardware systems such as computers, printers, tablets, servers, portable devices, and other peripheral devices. Experience in supporting dashboards desired.
    Ability to enhance online in-service and pre-service training forums, strengthening existing platforms, and uploading digital training modules to be accessed remotely desired.
    Experience in successfully supporting e-assessment of large-scale national reading programs in a developing country, preferably in Kenya and East Africa, is highly desired.
    Ability to independently provide day-to-day technical support, systems training, and mentorship.
    Demonstrated technical and interpersonal skills to ensure internal coherence among diverse team members and productive relations with the Government of Kenya, sub-partners, and grantees.
    Ability to write, communicate, and prepare reports clearly in English.

    Apply via :

    fhi.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Digital Marketing Officer

    Digital Marketing Officer

    Rationale/Objective for Position

    The Digital Officer is responsible for proposing, developing and implementing online communication and social media strategies and managing all MSF Eastern Africa’s institutional digital channels in order to raise visibility and awareness of MSF with national, regional and international audiences.

    This position will be hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Digital Manager

    Tasks & Responsibilities

    Digital marketing

    Manage paid promotion and web advertising to drive traffic and maximize awareness and engagement, including donations.
    Support community management across MSF Eastern Africa (EA) channels e.g., responding to queries, replying to comments.
    Develop and implement ideas and opportunities for reaching new online audiences, increasing online engagement with MSF´s existing followers and building positive relationships with our supporters.
    Promote innovation in MSF’s digital communication approach, taking special consideration of the specificities of the East African context and regularly testing new approaches.
    Follow digital marketing innovations, within MSF and externally, and advise on implementation of new tools, techniques or social media platforms.
    Contribute to the optimal integration of all EA’s online channels (website and social media), while maintaining a coherent user experience.
    Advice and support other EA departments in creating specific online strategies and content to reach their target audiences and achieve their objectives.
    Support the rest of the digital unit with the development of campaign specific digital media materials, including design and production of videos, infographics etc.

    Search Engine Optimisation

    Under the guidance of the digital manager, takes the lead on exploring SEO strategies (Including with external advisors) and implementing them.

    Publication and dissemination of online contents

    Support the digital content officer to select, edit, publish, and share content in the MSF EA website and social media channels in a timely manner, reflecting MSF’s international, regional and local communication priorities as well as engagement opportunities.
    Help to moderate online conversations in EA’s social media channels and respond to inquiries and requests of the online audience following MSF’s guidelines and protocols.
    Contribute to producing or adapting specific online content aimed at Kenyan and East African audiences in line with MSF editorial, style and communication guidelines, and following established validation procedures.
    Ensure all digital communications are in line with MSF’s editorial guidelines, brand identity, procedures and key messages.

    Monitoring and Analytics

    Track, analyse and report on online metrics, providing insights and acting on the information in order to improve performance, impact and reach.
    Maintain a Google Analytics account for the website and other monitoring tools for social media.

    Other Responsibilities

    Help to resolve issues with the digital channels, websites and adverts, together with the digital unit and IT department.
    Contribute to the development and implementation of evolving digital marketing strategies and campaigns to support the organization’s communications and fundraising agenda.
    Contribute to reporting on campaigns and regular work.
    Provide occasional direct support to MSF’s field operations, advising on the strategic use of social media for operational or communications efforts.
    Liaise with colleagues across the MSF movement, including in regional hubs across Africa.
    With the digital manager’s guidance, liaise with providers and platforms.

    Qualifications

    Education

    A bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, New Media, Public Relations or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    Knowledge of Drupal and HTML.
    Knowledge of web and social media metrics and analytics tools, including Google Analytics.

    Experience

    At least 2 years’ experience in digital marketing, including SEO, Facebook Business Manager and Google AdWords / display.
    Experience in production, editing, and coordination of web-based content, preferably on a Drupal platform.
    Experience in the development and implementation of online campaigns.

    Competencies

    Technical Competencies

    Sound editorial judgement.
    Ability to produce engaging social media content.

    Behavioral/General Competencies

    Commitment to MSF’s principles
    Excellent writing and editing skills in English and Swahili 
    Results and quality orientation
    Service orientation
    Initiative and innovation
    Teamwork and cooperation
    Leadership
    People management and development
    Networking and building relationships

    Apply via :

    msf-ea.odoo.com

  • HR/Finance Assistant IT Manager

    HR/Finance Assistant IT Manager

    Job Description
    In collaboration with the HR/Finance assistant, review/check all receipts (quality and accuracy) and suppliers payments.
    In collaboration with the HR/Finance assistant, ensure proper physical presentation of receipts on heading paper and description filing.
    Make electronic entries (as defined by the finance manager) in to SAP system. Scanning all the documents and attaching them to the movement in SAP, filing and archiving accounting documents.
    Helping with photocopy and scanning of financial all documents
    Revision and preparation of cash journals
    Assist the HR/Finance assistant in filing of invoices and all financial documents.
    In the absence of the HR/Finance assistant, may carry out payments from the petty cash box as/when needed.
    Assist the HR/Finance assistant in verification and reconciliation of physical documents and input on SAP.
    Undertake accounting records for banking information in SAP and monthly bank tallies.
    Undertake accounting records for cash incoming and outgoing entries
    Qualifications Relevant Degree in Finance/accounting from a recognized university and/or (minimum) accounting qualification – CPA II
    Minimum of 2 years’ experience in accounting/finance/audit, preferable with INGO experience.
    Experience with MSF will be an added advantage.
    Adequate working experience with SAP (preferred), or any other accounting software (QuickBooks/SAGE/Other).
    Knowledgeable of and interested in the international humanitarian context
    Good IT knowledge.
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    Applicants should send their curriculum vitae and cover motivation letter as a single file by October 15th 2017 under the reference “FINANCE ASSISTANT ¨ to MSFE-RRHH-NBO@barcelona.msf.org

    Apply via :

    MSFE-RRHH-NBO@barcelona.msf.org

  • Data Management Assistant

    Data Management Assistant

    Job Description
    The Data Assistant will be based in Nairobi and will report to the Data Management Research Assistant. The Data Management Assistant will help manage beneficiary related data to ensure a smooth and clean upload and update of the project database.The principal tasks and responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following:
    Duties and Accountabilities:
    Designing and coding of data collection templates into data entry software;
    Data entry and export to various data management software; Data cleaning and verification;
    Printing beneficiary household identification cards for the AVCD project Any other duty as requested by the supervisor.
    Selection Criteria:
    Bachelor’s degree in Computer science or related field.
    One year experience required at least at internship level.
    Certificate in IT
    Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Excel and Word;
    Knowledge in CSPro (for designing data entry applications);
    Basic data management skills using STATA and/or SPSS;
    Strong oral and written communication skills in English required

    Apply via :

    recruit.zohopublic.com

  • Communication and Knowledge Management Officer

    Communication and Knowledge Management Officer

    Job description
    Ref.: 2017/013/NRS/SSA
    Communication and Knowledge Management (CKM) Officer The International Potato Center (CIP) seeks a highly talented Communication and Knowledge Management Officer to help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of a major regional sweetpotato research project through communication and knowledge management.
    The Center: CIP (http://www.cipotato.org) is a not-for-profit international agricultural research- for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor.
    The position: The CKM officer will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The officer will report to the Project Manager of the Sweetpotato Action for Security and Health in Africa (SASHA) Project.
    The principal tasks and responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following: Duties and Accountabilities:
    Manage and popularize the Sweetpotato Knowledge Portal and selected social media;
    Manage monthly distribution of updated information on the Knowledge Portal to users;
    Strengthen and coordinate information and knowledge for the sweetpotato community of practice;
    Assist in the development and implementation of CKM strategies and activities to support CIP’s sweetpotato teams and their partners in SSA;
    Assist in the organization of major meetings and events related to SASHA and the preparation of minutes;
    Coordinate the preparation of summaries, press releases, fact sheets, media kits etc. of key SASHA events;
    Facilitate the documentation of SASHA’s experiences, achievements and lessons learned and the sharing of findings with relevant target groups, assisting in the editing of documents and the coordination of any graphics/formatting work;
    Develop videos of new technologies & audio-based slide shows;
    Collaborate with data management team in appropriate documentation and archiving of communication and knowledge outputs.
    Selection Criteria
    Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, marketing or a science-related area;
    Three years of professional experience in developing and implementing CKM strategies or exemplary communications results in fewer years;
    Demonstrated experience working with websites and other communication forums;
    Strong and effective use of social media skills;
    Skills in database management;
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
    Good skills in photography, with video skills desirable;
    Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams;
    Proactive approach, with ability to find creative ways to solve problems;
    Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English, working knowledge of Portuguese and Kiswahili desirable;
    A Kenyan citizen
    Conditions:
    The employment contract will be for a two-year term (with a three months’ probation period) with the possibility of renewal, subject to availability of funding.
    Applications: Applicants should apply online through our CIP’s Job Opportunities websiteand contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. Screening of applications will begin on 30 August, 2017 and will continue until the post is filled. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
    CIP does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). CIP also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.
    Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org.
    CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply

    Apply via :

    www.impactpool.org

  • IT Manager

    IT Manager

    Position Description
    S/he will have an operational role providing support to the mission and will be ready to be deployed to implement actions responding to IT specific needs.
    Hierarchically Reporting to: Office and HR Coordinator.Technically Reporting to: Head of Infrastructure & Service Desk for IT Operations, Head of Applications & Projects for Applications, Projects & Service Management.Main responsibilities and tasks
    Strategic Planning
    In close collaboration with the IT Department in Barcelona, define and plan the ICT strategies and objectives for the Branch office.
    Together with the Nairobi Office and HR Coordinator and the IT Department in Barcelona, prioritizes the strategic and tactic ICT demands.
    Together with the Nairobi Office and HR Coordinator and the IT Department in Barcelona, establishes and follows up the budgetary allocations for the ICT, ensuring planned needs and anticipating costs within the area under his/her responsibility.
    IT Support
    Provide support for HQ users: attention, registry, prioritisation, resolution and/or scaling of requests, incidents and consultations in line with established Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
    Carrying out and monitoring the procedures of systems operation so as to guarantee the proper function and availability of the systems and applications of MSF Nairobi
    Executing and monitoring the procedures regarding the systems security so as to meet the security standards established by the security policy
    Ensuring efficient functioning of telecommunications for the organization
    Managing the security guidelines for the information systems in MSF Nairobi
    Needs identification & problem solving
    Identifying and proposing improvements in IT operations
    Coordination with the Nairobi team and the functional responsible in Projects & IT in order to identify and evaluate IT needs. S/he ensures that all related needs are in line with organizations’ standards and informs the annual plan and budget
    Supports the provision and management of Nairobi’s IT needs, including market research, vendor management and submitting proposals to Office & HR Coordinator and the functional responsible in Projects & IT, and coordinated with the Projects & IT team in Barcelona
    Remains up to date with MSF standards and proposes new solutions to MSF IT group, through contacts, visits, meetings with his/her counterpart in OCBA and MSF movement
    IT Help Desk Management
    Monitor the problem management database and follow up with assigned personnel to ensure timely resolution of problems
    Develop and mature IT Service Management processes and tools to ensure proper handling, and remediation of all issues raised to the Service Desk
    Ensure the Service Desk services manage incident, problem and service requests and resolve streamline and provide timely resolution and Service Level Agreement (SLA) compliance
    Maintain a central source of information enabling Service Desk services and support technicians to recover outages with minimal disruption to expected service levels
    Monitor user satisfaction and ensure ongoing improvement
    Collaborate with end users in order to proactively handle all requests passed on by them
    IT policy Development and implementation
    Develop, document, and implement all local policies related to the management of Service Desk
    Ensure proper maintenance and administration of service management platform and all aspects (including forms, workflows, categories, etc.) servicing the other IT Teams (in relation with Projects & IT, Project teams or other internal teams that may relate)
    Ensure proper solutions and knowledge management best practices are followed
    Facilitate the implementation of support processes standards in Nairobi
    Establish key metrics and provide reporting of KPIs and trends to the Service Integration Manager & IT Controller. S/He monitors the KPIs of the processes in Nairobi.
    Manages the activity of the Nairobi IT team members
    Selection Criteria
    Essential
    Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar. Extensive IT Service Desk Management with a proven track record of delivering results and introducing key ITIL disciplines may be accepted in lieu of Bachelor Degree
    Masters in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar will be an added advantage.
    English is required, Swahili desirable. French and/or Spanish will be an asset
    Desirable
    Experience in Service Desk roles and SLAs management
    NGO experience in a similar role
    Experience in IT Operations Management
    Experience working with supporting technologies, including, but not limited to, remote assistance, Active Directory, Group policies, and Zendesk
    Desirable knowledge of best practices frameworks and standard methodologies: ITIL, COBIT, SCRUM, Agile, PRINCE2
    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 frequent visits to the field (40 % of his/her working time) and occasional visits to Barcelona HQ and Europe.
    Minimum commitment with the position of 3 years
    Full time work.
    Annual gross salary: 3,328,598. KES secondary benefits based on MSF OCBA Reward Policy.

    Applicants should send their curriculum vitae and cover motivation letter as a single file by October 21st 2017 under the reference “IT MANAGER¨ to MSFE-RRHH-NBO@barcelona.msf.orgMSF will contact only short-listed candidates.

    Apply via :

    MSFE-RRHH-NBO@barcelona.msf.org

  • Nutrition Assistant

    Nutrition Assistant

    The Nutrition Assistant (NA) will coordinate the implementation of the High Impact Nutrition interventions under the OFDA funded project in the assigned region/ health facility in close collaboration with the On Job Training teams, other technical team from the Ministry of Health and other agencies. The NA’s major responsibility is to provide technical support to the health facility staffs and community health workers in implementation these activities in the larger Marsabit County. He/ She should be conversant with the design, implementation strategy and monitoring of the project
    Nutrition Assistant Job Responsibilities
    Under the overall guidance of senior program team comprising of the Nutrition Technical Advisor, Area
    Supervisor and the Project Coordinator, the Nutrition Assistant will carry out the following responsibilities:
    Prepare work plan including all key activities of high impact nutrition activities for the SC/health facility in consultation with key partners namely MOH/DNO/NSO.
    Develop key messages in nutrition to the targeted beneficiaries, and ensure it is delivered appropriately.
    Conduct on-job trainings to the facility health workers and community health workers at their respective place of work.
    Implement the high nutrition impact interventions packages in totality and in a professional manner at the health facility and community level for that facility.
    Ensure formation of mother to mother support groups, their functionality and linkage to the health facility.
    Work closely with other agencies with nutrition programs in facility and maintain relationships within FH/K.
    Ensure children under five years, pregnant and lactating mothers are screened on monthly basis and those malnourished referred for proper management.
    Support the health facilities in carrying out outreaches
    Monitor supplies stock levels and report to the supervisor for timely replenishment.
    Organize and deliver supplies to the health facilities based on the stock levels.
    Monitor the implementation of the activities and prepare regular progress reports, and other reporting.
    Qualifications for the Nutrition Assistant Job
    Vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ
    Excellent inter personal relationship
    Excellent communications skills – both oral and written
    Highly motivated, self starter able to work on own initiative in difficult conditions
    Proficiency in computer skills is a must
    Basic knowledge of computer programming will be an added advantage
    Attention to details and high level of accuracy
    Minimum Diploma holder in Nutrition Dietetics or related qualifications plus 2 years working experience working in an
    NGO set up. Bachelors’ degree in relevant field will be an added advantage.
    Proficiency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili.

    Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or expected salary), updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to: Human Resource Manager Email address: hr-fhkenya@fh.org latest by 25th September 2017. NB: This is an urgent position and shortlisting will be done as application 

    Apply via :

    hr-fhkenya@fh.org

  • Data Management Clerk

    Data Management Clerk

    In liaison with M&E Associate the candidate will be responsible for summarizing and entry of individual partner reports into an online reporting system S/he will be required to maintain data confidentiality and integrity for the project as directed.
    Assist in timely data collection of data from districts and program areas
    Entry of program data into computer system
    Updating database and other relevant computer files
    Providing basic data summaries as required
    Supporting the M&E officer in data cleaning
    Maintaining data confidentiality and security
    Other duties as assigned
    REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES
    Understanding of importance of quality and timely data
    Experience in doing data entry in an online database
    Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
    Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain relationships among project
    Good typing and data entry speed
    Diploma in statistics/HIS/ Information Technology with at least 1 years’ experience in data management work. Certificate holders in Statistics/ IT/ HIS with more than 1 year work experience will be considered.
    Computer proficiency in word processing, and at least two of the following packages Ms Office Suite, Epi Info, Access, Excel and familiarity with SPSS or STATA will be preferred.
    Good organization and communication skills

    Apply via :

    jobs-fhi360.icims.com

  • Team Leader

    Team Leader

    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 Marsabit/Lodwar. This position is contingent upon award.
    Roles and responsibilities:
    The Team Leader will 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.
    Oversee program start-up and ongoing program management and administration of teams across various field locations.
    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.
    Ten 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.
    English and at least one local language (Amharic or Kiswahili).

    Interested applicants fulfilling the requirements are invited to send their application letter and CV to kenyahr@pactworld.org indicating “Team Leader-Marsabit/Lodwar” on the subject line. Deadline for applications: September 15th, 2017Pact is an equal opportunities employer.

    Apply via :

    kenyahr@pactworld.org

  • Consultancy – Business Skills Development

    Consultancy – Business Skills Development

    The Assignment: Working in close collaboration with county governments, CIP supports potato marketing cooperatives and seed multipliers to develop into functioning businesses through the Accelerated Value Chain Development (AVCD) project, potato value chain.
    Under the AVCD project, the Consultant will be responsible to develop training modules and train potato cooperative members and seed multipliers in basic business skills to manage their enterprises, and support them to develop business plans. The assignment is to cover skills specific to each enterprise: cooperative or seed multiplier, including costing production, projecting income, managing revenue, marketing, and group collection centers and input sourcing.
    The responsibilities of the assignment are to:
    Consult with project staff on the business skills to develop among the potato cooperatives and seed multipliers;
    Develop and submit a business skills training module covering general skills, and those specific to potato cooperatives and to seed multipliers;
    Develop and submit a training plan to deliver the training modules and support business plan development;
    Deliver the training as per the training plan;
    Support the potato cooperatives and seed multipliers to finalize their business plans;
    Submit the business plans;
    Submit a final brief report describing the training and observations with clear reference to which skills were developed, and the follow up for CIP and project partners to ensure the training is put into practice.
    The successful Consultant will have:
    In depth understanding of the business/accounting capacities needed to develop farmers and agricultural cooperatives into professional businesses;
    Proven experience training farmers and cooperatives in business skills, specific experience with farmers involved in seed production as a business is an asset;
    Excellent writing and communication skills.
    Conditions: The consultancy contract will be for the duration agreed upon to prepare the training module, deliver the trainings and finalize business plans. The number of days will be determined upon finalizing the training plan.

    Apply via :

    recruit.zohopublic.com