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  • Manager, Human Resources (FHI Clinical)

    Manager, Human Resources (FHI Clinical)

    FHI 360 has a long history supporting clinical research. Our Global Research Services (GRS) operating unit has become an independent, commercial organization named FHI Clinical Inc. FHI Clinical helps support and conduct clinical research in low-resource settings around the world. Our team includes clinical project managers, clinical research associates, research assistants, laboratory technologists, laboratory auditors, document specialists and instructional designers.
    With Culturally Sensitive And Multilingual Employees In The United States, Africa, Asia, Latin America And Europe, FHI Clinical Offers The Following Services To Government And Private Sponsors
    Project management
    Protection of participants’ safety and rights
    Site identification, evaluation and development
    Site monitoring, management and training
    Research operations
    Laboratory capacity building, auditing, and training
    Logistical support
    We seek competitive and entrepreneurial candidates to join our team. https://www.fhiclinical.com/
    Summary Of Position
    Provides Human Resources (HR) leadership over all functional areas including but not limited to policies, benefits administration, compensation, payroll, recruitment and other HR responsibilities. Serves as the HR focal point between office staff, management, and U.S. Headquarters. Ensures legal compliance in all areas of Human Resources in conjunction with statutory legislation. Directs HR initiatives, required company projects, and sees that the objectives of the HR department are met. Functions with a high level of integrity, independence and participates in policy, HR services, and/or program development.
    Description Of Responsibilities
    Apply professional HR practices and regulations to existing and new programs and ensuring legal compliance.
    Study and analyze market and data trends and use the information to inform management to formulate, implement, document, and evaluate processes, systems or programs by participating in remuneration and benefits surveys.
    Participates in organizational working groups for work associated with Human Resources and serves as an advisor to employees and line management on internal organizational structure, HR policies and procedures.
    Prepare necessary documentation for the Payroll administrator to process staff monthly payroll, ensuring timely remittal of statutory tax payments to relevant bodies. Oversee and audit cash payment programs as needed.
    Resolves complex employee relations issues, disciplinary actions and terminations.
    Ensure the accuracy and maintenance of employee recordkeeping, confidential documentation and performance management records.
    Managing the Timesheet and leave on Deltek software for all employees relating to staff time reporting including annual leave, sick leave, other compensatory leaves and the coding of public holidays.
    Participating in the annual revision and update of the HR Handbook and ensure it is compliant with the local law as well as in accordance with the standard operating procedures of FHI Clinical. Be involved in the implementation and dissemination of the Handbook.
    Participates in the organizations’ programs and initiatives (performance management, initiation of new programs, organizational changes, etc.).
    Managing the handling of all routine recruitment procedures. This includes overseeing the advertisement, selecting the interview panel, coordinating scheduling of interviews, participating in interviewing candidates, checking references, negotiating of offers and orientation/on-boarding of new hires.
    Work with the Director and management to develop and train direct reports, in collaboration with Learning and Development.
    Working closely with the Director of Human Resources to ensure the HR policies and related documentation is up to date and in compliance with the organizational goals.
    Other duties as assigned
     
    Skills
    Maintain confidentiality within established parameters for sensitive Human Resources issues or projects and use judgment to execute duties and responsibilities with implementing HR initiatives and programs.
    Working knowledge of employment regulations, e.g. anti-discrimination laws, employment act and other labor/employee relations statutes.
    Possesses working knowledge of HR procedures and processes for: on-boarding, staffing, compensation, benefits, HRIS, and employee relations.
    Ensures compliance with applicable local, state and federal regulations and understands impact if regulations are not followed.
    Resourceful through technology, research skills, and relationship building among several organization teams and units and professional organizations to resolve problems and initiate enhancements.
    Ability to multi-task and set priorities for self and manage time to achieve goals/complete projects on or ahead of due date.
    Excellent written and spoken communication skills, attention to detail, quality and deadline.
    Strong supervisory and analytical skills and provides strategic human resources support to assigned business units through the planning and execution of HR practices and programs.
    Establishes partnerships to deliver value added service to management and employees that reflect the business goals/objectives of the organization.
    Interact with diplomacy and tact and follow-up on requests in timely and efficient manner.
    Working knowledge of relevant software, including Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS and timesheet systems.
    Is able to function autonomously but is collaborative and able to work and get along well as a valued member of a global team.
    Qualifications
    Education/Experience: BA/BS degree with a major in business administration or human resource management/organizational development or finance/accounting with at least 5-7 years of relevant HR experience, including the management of direct reports.
    Alternate Education/Experience: MA/MS degree in related field with relevant HR work experience of 7-9 years; or a Diploma in HRM with over 10 years’ relevant HR work experience, of which includes management of direct reports.
    Membership Qualifications: Experience must reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above and must be a registered member of IHRM.
    Management Competencies
    Commitment to the Organization, its Mission and Values
    Cultural Sensitivity / Valuing Diversity
    Building and Managing Relationships / Encourages Collaboration
    Performance Management / Promotes Staff Accountability
    Conflict Management / Coaching and Mentoring
    Results Orientation / Commitment to Excellence
    Knowledge Sharing / Continuous Learning
    This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned with or without notice.
    FHI Clinical, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.
    This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
    FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package , professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself,

    Apply via :

    fhi.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Consultant – Senior Advisor

    Consultant – Senior Advisor

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Senior Advisor on a consultancy basis.
    The Position: The Consultant will support the seed potato inspection and certification guidelines and protocol within the regulatory framework of vegetatively propagated crops in SSA.
    Key responsibilities:
    Review the seed production and certification regulations and protocols for seed potato in particularly the seed regulations, the inspection and certification manual for vegetatively propagated planting materials, taking into account the Regional and International best practices.
    Review the SSA certification scheme for seed potato to incorporate the EAC, COMESA and other international standards, in conformity with the seed Act.
    Prepare SWAT analysis of seed certification standards/procedure/protocol from Europe, USA, SSA.
    Selection Criteria
    At least a PhD. in Seed system, Agronomy, Pathology or related field.
    At least 20-30 years of relevant work experience in seed certification and regulation for vegetatively propagated crops.
    Demonstrated understanding of seed law and specifically seed movement in East Africa.
    Demonstrated ability to work effectively under tight and strict deadlines and produce quality outputs.
    Fluent in Kiswahili.
    Advanced written and oral communication skills in English.
    What are the conditions?
    This is a national consultancy position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The consultancy will be for a period of 16 days.

    Apply via :

    cipotato.org

  • Logistics Supervisor

    Logistics Supervisor

    Start date: 01st August 2020
    Length of contract: 5 months renewable
    MSF in Homa Bay is looking to fill the position of a Logistics Supervisor. The successful candidate will report to the Logistics Manager and will supervise the storekeeper, drivers, watchmen, head driver, head watchmen, specialised technician and mechanic.
    Objective of the Position:
    To supervise the daily logistics activities and provide maintenance to the MSF equipment, facilities and infrastructures, according to MSF standards and protocols in order to maintain the facilities in perfect conditions and collaborate in the development of the mission.
    Tasks & Responsibilities:
    Include but not limited to

    Fleet Management Supervision – Ensures that all vehicles are maintained in good and safe condition and that they follow the vehicle service schedule
    Facility management and asset inventory– routinely inspects the premises and confirms that the base/office/medical facilities are in good working order
    Warehousing and storekeeping – Ensures that all logistics stocks are stored under appropriate storage conditions, arranged in a well-organized and accessible manner
    Security and safety – Daily supervision of office/clinic guards, both subcontracted (security company) and MSF staff
    Human Resource Management – team management, individual reviews, training his/her team
    Logistics administration and reporting – Assists the Logistics Manager with the follow up of logistics budgets, expenses/realization and the preparation of the monthly cash request
    Project (acting) IT/Radio Focal Person
    Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor like participating in emergency response as needed

    Qualifications & Requirements:
    Education     
    Technical Diploma/Degree in Logistics ,Procurement, Supply management or Humanitarian logistics and any other related course.
    Experience     

    At least two years of relevant experience technical logistics or related fields, of which at least two in supervisory/managerial positions
    Desirable previous experience in MSF or other NGO in developing countries.
    Experience collaborating with local (MoH and private) is an asset
    Demonstrable experience in supervising and training others in a team setting

    Competencies     

     Fluent in English and Swahili, written and spoken
    Results and quality oriented,team work and cooperation, behavioural flexibility
    People and stress management skills

  • Consultant – Data Entry and Analysis

    Consultant – Data Entry and Analysis

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Data Entry and Analysis consultant.
    The Position: The Demand-Driven Sweetpotato Breeding Project (DS breeding project), implemented by the Internatinal Potato Center and its partners, conducted qualitative study involving sweetpotato farmers. Data were collected to facilitate understanding the traits farmers value in sweetpotato, how those traits are prioritized and of the reasons behind the selection of priority traits. Data were collected from both men and women producers using laddering technique and involving some 40 farmers. The purpose of this work is to enter the data collected in an appropiate software, analyze them and presents the outputs/results in the desired format.
    Key responsibilities:

    Conduct content analysis of laddering interviews to identify attributes, consequences and values
    Generate laddering codes from the interviews
    Enter qualitative data from 40 interviews into appropriate software, e.g., MecAnalyts or LadderUX
    Carry out analysis of the data and present the results in well formatted form
    Revise the laddering codes and results based on comments from the research coordinator
    Provide soft data

    Selection Criteria

    At least a BSc degree in agriculture, agricultural economics, agribusiness, Agricultural Education & Extension; Project Planning and Management or a related field. Master’s degree preferred
    Knowledge of laddering data interpretation, entry and analysis in qualitative software.
    Demonstrated experience in using MECAnalyst or LadderUX software.
    Minimum of 3 years of experience working with and analyzing laddering data.
    Demonstrated ability to effective present and communicate research results.
    Demonstrated ability to work effectively under tight and strict deadlines and produce quality outputs.
    Advanced level of MS Office.
    Advanced knowledge of database work
    Fluent in Kiswahili.
    Advanced oral communication and technical writing skills in English.

    What are the conditions?
    This is a national consultancy position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The consultancy will be for a period of 3 months.

  • Country Director

    Country Director

    Department
    Program Delivery (PDEL) – Pact exists to help create a world where those who are poor and marginalized exercise their voice, build their own solutions, and take ownership of their future. The Program Delivery Team, contributes to realizing this purpose by: Forging smart partnerships and treating all people with dignity and respect; Applying organizational policies and regulatory compliance appropriately and consistently; Facilitating team spirit among colleagues and promoting the organization through communications; Influencing decision makers through focused, relevant communications; Continually striving to learn and share knowledge and find small ways to make the workplace more enjoyable for all; Cultivating and harvesting innovation; Contributing to the organization’s ability to think and act strategically at all times; Inspiring and spreading our desired organizational culture across the global enterprise.
    Position Overview
    The Country Director coordinates, manages and increases visibility and funding for Country office programs. S/he prominently positions the organization as a leader in the field of peace-building, governance, conflict resolution and mitigation as well as engagement with private sector and the cost-effective implementation of a diverse portfolio of donor-funded programs. The Country Director works closely with in-country and head office staff to conceptualize and plan program development activities, diversify funding resources, and build on country and international best practices. The Country Director also provides strategic leadership and managerial oversight of the administrative, programmatic, technical, financial and operational aspects of the portfolio including technical leadership; team management and mentoring; donor, government and partner liaison; new business development; and oversight of programmatic and financial management and reporting. S/he ensures that systems are in place and being properly implemented, ensuring that all activities and programs are in alignment with set policies and guidelines. The Country Director oversees the proper stewardship of resources as well as the well-being and safety of in-country staff. S/he ensures that program objectives are met, all activities are responsive to the needs of the host country and donors, and the program continues to advance and play a key role in contributing to the development environment.
    The Country Director reports to the Africa Regional Director and directly supervises a senior management team of program, financial, and operational leads.
    Key Responsibilities
    Program Management

    Oversee country office programming to ensure the effective and efficient delivery and implementation of projects and are in line with the organization and donors’ standards for program quality.
    Supervise project leads charged with the day-to-day execution of the program
    Undertake the timely deployment of financial and human resources for program success and attainment of desired results/indicators. Ensure that all project deliverables are met in a high quality, cost effective and timely fashion.
    Ensure that proper program monitoring and evaluation systems are in place.
    Promote a learning environment within the country office that facilitates two-way learning with various stakeholders. Facilitate and/or participate in learning communities and task forces.
    Document and disseminate methodologies and results that can inform the wider organizational community (such as evaluation documents, consultant reports, workshop reports, etc.). Share and promote these resources through a variety of means (including e-mail, brown bags, the Intranet, etc.).
    Make periodic visits to field sites, to monitor the status of projects.
    Liaise directly with donors to ensure continued alignment and responsiveness.

    Strategic Planning

    Lead the preparation and implementation of a high-quality country-office strategic plan appropriate for the local and regional context, complementary to government & donor development plans, and in line with the organization’s overall vision and mission. Develop the plan in an inclusive and participatory process.
    Ensure that the organization continues to develop and strengthen programs based on strategic analysis of the local country and regional context.
    Ensure understanding of strategic plan and approaches by all staff and key stakeholders.
    Coordinate in-country marketing and promotion of the organization. Ensure strategic growth for the organization in line with strategic plan and/or theory of change.

    Networking, Alliance Building, and Collaboration

    Ensure strong cooperation and collaboration with partners, donors, government, and other key stakeholders as a base for building/maintaining/expanding a sustainable country and regional program
    Coordinate and collaborate with head office and the organization’s regional staff, particularly in the Horn of Africa.
    Contribute strategically, through participation, in relevant, existing forums in building a vibrant civil society sector and influencing policy.
    Maintain and expand senior external relations with government, private sector community, civil society, and international stakeholders.
    Represent country office operations to the organization’s head office.
    Assure smooth flow of information from head office to staff and vice versa.

    Business Development

    Generate financially viable program pipeline in line with the organization’s strategy and assist in identifying and securing funding for those programs.
    Involve relevant country office and head office programs, grants, management and other staff in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
    Provide in-country leadership as well as collaborate with head office in pursuing new business opportunities and partnerships with bilateral donors, multilateral donors, foundations, private sector, and others

    Finance, Administration, Grants and IT

    Provide oversight for all administrative and financial operations to support the programs.
    Consistently monitor the country office’s financial position and ensure the best use of available resources. This includes overseeing the development and review of country office annual budget and project budgets, oversight of financial transactions and reports, and maximizing cost recovery from restricted grants.
    Maintain up to date understanding and adherence to the organization’s policies and procedures amongst all country office staff.
    Ensure adequate internal controls are in place to protect the country office’s financial and non-monetary assets and to ensure the resources are used in accordance with donor terms and conditions. Review and follow-up on internal and external audit recommendations.
    Ensure the country office operations are conducted in accordance with all statutory and tax requirements.
    Oversee an efficient, transparent, and collaborative grant making process under the program; assure timely and high-quality monitoring of and reporting by sub grantees.
    In coordination with head office, negotiate contracts, grants, cooperative agreements and their modifications or extensions
    Oversee the work of the implementing partners and monitor for compliance with sub agreements or subcontracts.

    Human Resources

    In cooperation with human resources department, oversee the management and development of country office human resources to ensure a diverse, skilled and productive workforce and promote an organizational culture where the organization’s values are practiced.
    Provide proper supervision and management for all direct reports and oversee the establishment and functioning of a strong, effective senior leadership team. Ensure timely and quality inputs by staff and consultants.
    Ensure strong human resource strategies and systems are in place and are properly implemented in areas such as recruitment, staff development, and performance management.
    Ensure appropriate workplace policies to ensure fairness and equity are developed and used (e.g. policies related to HIV/AIDS, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, etc.)
    In cooperation with human resources department, oversee the establishment and regular review of compensation package to ensure competitiveness.
    Actively promote staff wellness by monitoring country office organizational health and taking corrective actions as needed.
    Ensure the proper implementation of the organization’s performance management system for direct reports. This can include: proactively addressing performance issues through regular, constructive and honest feedback and coaching and identifying necessary staff development for direct reports.
    Oversee the recruitment and orientation of new senior staff.
    Support continued growth of local staff through strategic, deliberate internal capacity building
    Ensure levels of authority and responsibility are clearly defined, understood and followed within the country office.
    Invest in consistent team building to increase cohesion between staff in all geographic areas of the country.
    Lead the management of Security and Safety Administration by developing and updating a staff and asset security plan in line with the local context and in alignment with head office security guidance; keeping key staff abreast of any security issues, as they arise.

    Basic Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in international development or related field required;
    Minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant experience leading governance, peacebuilding, conflict, and mitigation programming in the Horn of Africa, especially Somalia and Kenya.
    Strong understanding of the cultural, social, economic and political context within Kenya and the region, and how to best position country office programs and operations in such context.
    Experience managing large scale donor funded project(s); demonstrated knowledge of and familiarity with managing donor policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, especially USAID and the European Union; ability to lead pivoting of program activities and reshaping results frameworks to align with evolving donor strategies
    Ability to establish, nurture and maintain key relationships with high level government officials and donor organizations and critical opinion leaders i.e., Kenya and Somali NGOs, Chief Justice office, local authorities etc.
    Demonstrated experience of working with private sector and development and nurturing private sector partnerships.
    Proven experience leading new business efforts that led to successful awards.
    Experience in personnel management in large and complex teams.
    Experience working with local partners, sub-granting and procurement processes;
    Demonstrated skills in strategic and program planning;
    Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken;
    Willingness to travel within Kenya as well as to/within Somalia and Ethiopia

    Preferred Qualifications

    Master’s degree in international development or related field
    Additional experience in development programming in strategic impact areas such as health, natural resource governance, livelihoods is advantageous.
    Experience with engagement and working with Regional Economic Communities such as the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD).

    Pact is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, citizenship status, genetic information, matriculation, family responsibilities, personal appearance, credit information, tobacco use (except in the workplace), membership in an employee organization, or other protected classifications or non-merit factors.

  • National Kenya Country Director

    National Kenya Country Director

    At the heart of Pact is the promise of a better tomorrow. A nonprofit international development organization founded in 1971, Pact works on the ground in nearly 40 countries to improve the lives of those who are challenged by poverty and marginalization. We serve these communities because we envision a world where everyone owns their future. To do this, we build systemic solutions in partnership with local organizations, businesses, and governments that create sustainable and resilient communities where those we serve are heard, capable, and vibrant. Pact is a recognized global leader in international development. Our staff have a range of expertise in areas including public health, capacity development, governance and civil society, natural resource management, poverty, fragile states, monitoring and evaluation, small-scale and artisanal mining, microfinance and more. This expertise is combined in Pact’s unique integrated approach, which focuses on systemic changes needed to improve people’s lives.
    Department
    Program Delivery (PDEL) – Pact exists to help create a world where those who are poor and marginalized exercise their voice, build their own solutions, and take ownership of their future. The Program Delivery Team, contributes to realizing this purpose by: Forging smart partnerships and treating all people with dignity and respect; Applying organizational policies and regulatory compliance appropriately and consistently; Facilitating team spirit among colleagues and promoting the organization through communications; Influencing decision makers through focused, relevant communications; Continually striving to learn and share knowledge and find small ways to make the workplace more enjoyable for all; Cultivating and harvesting innovation; Contributing to the organization’s ability to think and act strategically at all times; Inspiring and spreading our desired organizational culture across the global enterprise.
    Position Overview
    The Country Director coordinates, manages and increases visibility and funding for Country office programs.  S/he prominently positions the organization as a leader in the field of peace-building, governance, conflict resolution and mitigation as well as engagement with private sector and the cost-effective implementation of a diverse portfolio of donor-funded programs.  The Country Director works closely with in-country and head office staff to conceptualize and plan program development activities, diversify funding resources, and build on country and international best practices.  The Country Director also provides strategic leadership and managerial oversight of the administrative, programmatic, technical, financial and operational aspects of the portfolio including technical leadership; team management and mentoring; donor, government and partner liaison; new business development; and oversight of programmatic and financial management and reporting.  S/he ensures that systems are in place and being properly implemented, ensuring that all activities and programs are in alignment with set policies and guidelines. The Country Director oversees the proper stewardship of resources as well as the well-being and safety of in-country staff. S/he ensures that program objectives are met, all activities are responsive to the needs of the host country and donors, and the program continues to advance and play a key role in contributing to the development environment.
    The Country Director reports to the Africa Regional Director and directly supervises a senior management team of program, financial, and operational leads.
    Key Responsibilities
    Program Management

    Oversee country office programming to ensure the effective and efficient delivery and implementation of projects and are in line with the organization and donors’ standards for program quality.
    Supervise project leads charged with the day-to-day execution of the program
    Undertake the timely deployment of financial and human resources for program success and attainment of desired results/indicators. Ensure that all project deliverables are met in a high quality, cost effective and timely fashion.
    Ensure that proper program monitoring and evaluation systems are in place.
    Promote a learning environment within the country office that facilitates two-way learning with various stakeholders. Facilitate and/or participate in learning communities and task forces.
    Document and disseminate methodologies and results that can inform the wider organizational community (such as evaluation documents, consultant reports, workshop reports, etc.). Share and promote these resources through a variety of means (including e-mail, brown bags, the Intranet, etc.).
    Make periodic visits to field sites, to monitor the status of projects.
    Liaise directly with donors to ensure continued alignment and responsiveness.

     
    Strategic Planning

    Lead the preparation and implementation of a high-quality country-office strategic plan appropriate for the local and regional context, complementary to government & donor development plans, and in line with the organization’s overall vision and mission. Develop the plan in an inclusive and participatory process.
    Ensure that the organization continues to develop and strengthen programs based on strategic analysis of the local country and regional context.
    Ensure understanding of strategic plan and approaches by all staff and key stakeholders.
    Coordinate in-country marketing and promotion of the organization. Ensure strategic growth for the organization in line with strategic plan and/or theory of change.

    Networking, Alliance Building, and Collaboration

    Ensure strong cooperation and collaboration with partners, donors, government, and other key stakeholders as a base for building/maintaining/expanding a sustainable country and regional program
    Coordinate and collaborate with head office and the organization’s regional staff, particularly in the Horn of Africa.
    Contribute strategically, through participation, in relevant, existing forums in building a vibrant civil society sector and influencing policy.
    Maintain and expand senior external relations with government, private sector community, civil society, and international stakeholders.
    Represent country office operations to the organization’s head office.
    Assure smooth flow of information from head office to staff and vice versa.

     
    Business Development
     

    Generate financially viable program pipeline in line with the organization’s strategy and assist in identifying and securing funding for those programs.
    Involve relevant country office and head office programs, grants, management and other staff in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
    Provide in-country leadership as well as collaborate with head office in pursuing new business opportunities and partnerships with bilateral donors, multilateral donors, foundations, private sector, and others

     
    Finance, Administration, Grants and IT

    Provide oversight for all administrative and financial operations to support the programs.
    Consistently monitor the country office’s financial position and ensure the best use of available resources. This includes overseeing the development and review of country office annual budget and project budgets, oversight of financial transactions and reports, and maximizing cost recovery from restricted grants.
    Maintain up to date understanding and adherence to the organization’s policies and procedures amongst all country office staff.
    Ensure adequate internal controls are in place to protect the country office’s financial and non-monetary assets and to ensure the resources are used in accordance with donor terms and conditions. Review and follow-up on internal and external audit recommendations.
    Ensure the country office operations are conducted in accordance with all statutory and tax requirements.
    Oversee an efficient, transparent, and collaborative grant making process under the program; assure timely and high-quality monitoring of and reporting by sub grantees.
    In coordination with head office, negotiate contracts, grants, cooperative agreements and their modifications or extensions
    Oversee the work of the implementing partners and monitor for compliance with sub agreements or subcontracts.

     
    Human Resources

    In cooperation with human resources department, oversee the management and development of country office human resources to ensure a diverse, skilled and productive workforce and promote an organizational culture where the organization’s values are practiced.
    Provide proper supervision and management for all direct reports and oversee the establishment and functioning of a strong, effective senior leadership team. Ensure timely and quality inputs by staff and consultants.
    Ensure strong human resource strategies and systems are in place and are properly implemented in areas such as recruitment, staff development, and performance management.
    Ensure appropriate workplace policies to ensure fairness and equity are developed and used (e.g. policies related to HIV/AIDS, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, etc.)
    In cooperation with human resources department, oversee the establishment and regular review of compensation package to ensure competitiveness.
    Actively promote staff wellness by monitoring country office organizational health and taking corrective actions as needed.
    Ensure the proper implementation of the organization’s performance management system for direct reports. This can include: proactively addressing performance issues through regular, constructive and honest feedback and coaching and identifying necessary staff development for direct reports.
    Oversee the recruitment and orientation of new senior staff.
    Support continued growth of local staff through strategic, deliberate internal capacity building
    Ensure levels of authority and responsibility are clearly defined, understood and followed within the country office.
    Invest in consistent team building to increase cohesion between staff in all geographic areas of the country.
    Lead the management of Security and Safety Administration by developing and updating a staff and asset security plan in line with the local context and in alignment with head office security guidance; keeping key staff abreast of any security issues, as they arise.

    Basic Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in international development or related field required;
    Minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant experience leading governance, peacebuilding, conflict, and mitigation programming in the Horn of Africa, especially Somalia and Kenya.
    Strong understanding of the cultural, social, economic and political context within Kenya and the region, and how to best position country office programs and operations in such context.
    Experience managing large scale donor funded project(s); demonstrated knowledge of and familiarity with managing donor policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, especially USAID and the European Union; ability to lead pivoting of program activities and reshaping results frameworks to align with evolving donor strategies
    Ability to establish, nurture and maintain key relationships with high level government officials and donor organizations and critical opinion leaders i.e., Kenya and Somali NGOs, Chief Justice office, local authorities etc.
    Demonstrated experience of working with private sector and development and nurturing      private sector partnerships.
    Proven experience leading new business efforts that led to successful awards.
    Experience in personnel management in large and complex teams.
    Experience working with local partners, sub-granting and procurement processes;
    Demonstrated skills in strategic and program planning;
    Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken;
    Willingness to travel within Kenya as well as to/within Somalia and Ethiopia

    Preferred Qualifications

    Master’s degree in international development or related field
    Additional experience in development programming in strategic impact areas such as health, natural resource governance, livelihoods is advantageous.
    Experience with engagement and working with Regional Economic Communities such as the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD).

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    Pact is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, citizenship status, genetic information, matriculation, family responsibilities, personal appearance, credit information, tobacco use (except in the workplace), membership in an employee organization, or other protected classifications or non-merit factors.

  • Associate Director, Clinical Research (CRO)

    Associate Director, Clinical Research (CRO)

    FHI 360 has a long history support clinical research. O ur Global Research Services (GRS) operating unit has become an independent, commercial organization named FHI Clinical Inc. FHI Clinical helps support and conduct clinical research in low-resource settings around the world. Our team includes clinical project managers, clinical research associates, research assistants, laboratory technologists, laboratory auditors, document specialists and instructional designers.

    With Culturally Sensitive And Multilingual Employees In The United States, Africa, Asia, Latin America And Europe, GRS Offers The Following Services To Government And Private Sponsors

    Project management
    Protection of participants’ safety and rights
    Site identification, evaluation and development
    Site monitoring, management and training
    Research operations
    Laboratory capacity building, auditing, and training
    Logistical support

    We seek competitive and entrepreneurial candidates to join our team. https://www.fhiclinical.com/

    Job Summary

    The Associate Director (AD), Clinical Research is responsible for the planning, execution, monitoring and reporting of clinical research programs regionally for assigned products and indications. Programs will be conducted in compliance with all relevant regulatory regulations and guidelines to achieve strategic and operational departmental objectives. The AD will be responsible for managing the organization and conduct of regulatory and non-regulatory clinical programs in compliance with Clinical Operations policies and procedures, Regulatory Authority requirements and guidelines, and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) Guidelines in support of global business objectives.

    Accountabilities

    Provides Clinical Research expertise input and leadership to cross functional project teams for assigned products and indications. Develops and maintains strong business relationships with sponsors and key opinion leaders. Responsible for the overseeing and coordinating the timely development of all essential project documents including project plans, protocols, informed consent forms, case report forms, and monitoring tools. Selection and management of external service providers to ensure project objectives are met within required timelines and budget through vendor contracting process. Ensure that clinical projects are conducted in compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines. Conduct quality control visits to external service providers and investigational sites to assure regulatory compliance. Communication with Director, Clinical Research on project status, budgetary status, critical issues and challenges. Develop collaborative alliances and relationships with external service providers, investigators, key opinion leaders and advisors. Lead the planning and implementation of sponsor and investigator meetings and advisory boards in conjunction with external service providers. Contribute to clinical trial reports. Author and contribute to scientific publications and presentations for journals and symposium.

    Supports performance management and professional development of direct reports, including ongoing feedback, coaching, and career support.

    Applied Knowledge & Skills

    Proven ability to lead a team and to work as a team member in a cross functional project team. Exhibits an open and constructive leadership style with the knowledge to escalate issues that require supervisory input. Able to plan and organize efficiently by adhering to existing processes and procedures and by maximizing the use of available internal and external resources. Has a “hands on” solution orientated approach with a strong sense of urgency and a “can do” attitude. Good computer skills including knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office applications. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Well-developed oral and written communication skills. Excellent presentation skills.

    Problem Solving & Impact

    Demonstrates good judgment, analytical thinking and problem solving and can differentiate between critical and non-critical issues to manage appropriately. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Decisions may affect a work unit or area within a department. Ability to read, interpret and develop clinical protocols and all associated materials. Ability to write clinical reports, protocols, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Excellent communication skills, including effectively presenting information and responding to questions from project teams, external vendors and clients. Ability to establish and maintain systems and processes necessary to control and report trial status and activities. Ability to ensure that quality, regulatory-compliant clinical projects is conducted on time and within budget.

    Supervision Given / Received

    Provides strategic contributions on business and operational decisions. Serves as team lead to more than one team simultaneously. Typically reports to a Director.

    Education:* *

    Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent
    Experience:

    At least 10 years’ experience in clinical development gained in a CRO, Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology company.
    Excellent knowledge of the drug development process from pre-CTA/IND status through to post approval marketing studies.
    Good understanding of clinical research regulations and guidance in US, Europe and other international territories.
    Experience in third party service provider selection, contracting and management.
    Experience in managing budgets and familiarization with financial forecasting and cost accrual processes.
    Successful experience of operating in a resource constrained work environment.
    Global project management experience preferred.

    Typical Physical Demands
    Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs.
    Technology To Be Used
    Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, fax machine, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.
    Travel Requirements
    Less than 10%.

  • Electrician

    Electrician

    Main Purpose: Performing autonomously, complex / advanced installation and maintenance of electrical and other energy systems in all MSF facilities across the project (offices, health structures, warehouses, etc.), according to MSF standards and procedures, in order to ensure a proper functioning and maintenance of MSF equipment and installations.
    Accountabilities

    Planning and preparation of electrical layout for new hospital and accommodation area.
    Specification and order follow up for material and equipment
    Implementation and installation of electrical equipment and systems in the new hospital and accommodation area.
    Ensure 24/7 functioning of electrical installation
    Proper functioning of all electricity networks, hospital, health posts and accommodation area
    Ensuring all electrical installations in MSF facilities comply with MSF standards and performing autonomously and ensuring, all necessary complex / advanced electrical installations, maintenance and repairs, according to the supervisor’s instructions. This includes the following tasks :
    Carrying out critical rehabilitation tasks and corrective maintenance interventions and the coordination and execution of required tasks as well as installation of needed electrical equipment as defined by project.
    Elaborating the necessary documentation for carrying out energy installations projects (plans, list of materials, etc.)
    Carrying out and updating the electrical installations inventory in MSF missions’ facilities and performing annual maintenance procedures and safety checks across facilities in the project. Executing any needed tests after any repair or maintenance.
    Making suggestions regarding any repair or maintenance work needed in MSF electrical installations and equipment and assisting logistics department with any urgent support/advice or any relative work needed
    Managing the stock of consumable items related to electrical installation, repairs and maintenance, filling in the stock cards, carrying out physical stock inventories, executing orders necessary for renewing stock, avoiding any shortage
    Responsible for the equipment and tools (including extinguishers), checking they are correctly and safely used, maintaining and renewing them when necessary and keeping the inventory updated.
    Keeping the working area clean and tidy.
    Ensuring that all record sheets and books related to maintenance are always completed and prepares needed reports before and after any repair or required maintenance.

    Requirements
    Education

    Essential Electrician diploma or recognized formal training

    Experience

    Previous working experience as an electrician required (minimum 2 years’ experience)

    Languages

    English essential; Swahili and Somali desirable

    Competencies

    Results, teamwork, flexibility, commitment, service

  • Consultancy – Adapting OFSP ToT manual into e-learning

    Consultancy – Adapting OFSP ToT manual into e-learning

    The position: (CIP) is seeking a consultancy firm that can adapt and develop the existing Sweetpotato (SP) Training of Trainers (ToT) manual entitled “Everything You Wanted to Know about Sweetpotato” into a series of self‐guided e‐learning modules. The sweetpotato ToT manual is a compilation of twelve topics on sweetpotato knowledge and accompanying hands-on activities. The course is currently delivered through classroom/workshop and field-based methodologies targeted at technical experts (agriculturalists, nutritionists, marketing, and gender experts). These trainers in turn deliver a shorter version of the course to extension personnel, community-based agents, or lead farmers who finally train the end users in their communities. CIP proposes to adapt this manual into a series of self‐guided e‐learning modules targeted at different levels in this chain and delivered alone or in combination with face-to-face interactions with the goal to reach wider constituencies more cost-effectively.
    The specific objectives of this consultancy include the following:

    Translate the technical content into relevant, engaging e‐learning modules suitable for a diverse audience in CIP’s target countries in Africa and possibly South Asia, and which can also be translated into local languages where applicable.
    Provide an effective and efficient learning experience to participants through both stand-alone e-learning and in combination with face-to-face learning events.
    Create training materials and user interfaces that utilize a range of stimulating formats and technologies, drawing on existing information and knowledge products and complementing these where needed.
    Provide options for CIP’s national and local partners to use this e-learning course for institutional staff development and quality control of technical competencies.
    Provide delivery options for multimedia e‐learning content to audiences in regions with limited or no regular Internet connectivity.

    Scope of Work
    The consultant will adapt the SP manual content into e-learning modules that will include the following components;

    Based on the existing ToT manual content, the consultant will design and develop blended (instructor-led and self-guided) e-learning modules that will include facilitator enablement (ToT), job aids and reference guides for participants.
    The e‐learning modules developed should be relevant, engaging, and suitable for a diverse audience in CIP’s target countries in Africa and possibly South Asia, and which can also be translated into local languages where applicable.
    E-learning modules developed should provide an effective and efficient learning experience to participants through both stand-alone e-learning and in combination with face-to-face learning events.
    Develop e-learning experience that will also provide delivery options for multimedia e‐learning content to audiences in regions with limited or no regular Internet connectivity.
    Use existing CIP videos and where there are gaps develop videos; photos audio, printed and interactive e-learning materials for the course.
    Set up; configure and populate an LMS (Learning Management System) to host and deliver the course content online, track participants progress and run reports.
    Advise CIP on the development of metrics to gauge the success and impact of the course and develop reports in the LMS to help track progress using key metrics.

    Attached is the link of the modules to be developed https://cgspace.cgiar.org/handle/10568/98333
    Requirements:

    The consultancy team should include members with an advanced degree in education, agriculture & nutrition related courses, biological science, or other related fields.
    At least five years’ strong track record in the development of e-learning courses, training and technical assistance materials and other capacity development products.
    Experience in technical writing for international clients in the field of agriculture and nutrition.
    Adult learning, instructional design and curriculum development competence.
    Excellent communication and writing skills.
    Experience in graphic design tools such as Formatting and software skills e.g. Word, Photoshop and Illustrator.
    Good background knowledge of agriculture and nutrition.

    Time Frame: The consultancy contract will be between May 2020 and December 2020
    The financial proposal should contain:

    Itemized consultancy fees/costs;
    Acceptance to payment schedule of 40:60 being 40% upon achieving an agreed milestone and 60% upon submission of acceptable complete final report;
    Itemized administrative expenses;
    The financial quotations should be all inclusive.

    CIP will not meet any other costs related to the assignment.
    The consulting team profile should contain:

    The full names of all participating consultants and their roles, including technical expertise;
    References (Names, physical and email addresses and telephone numbers of three references for the consultancy organization which must relate to similar work done within the last three years, and the contact details (names, addresses and email and telephone numbers) of the persons who will be ultimately responsible and accountable for contracting the consultants for that work);
    Physical address of the firm;
    Telephone number(s) of the firm (if applicable) and participating consultants;
    Full name and contact information of the contact person within the consulting team;
    Copy of registration or other certificate, VAT and PIN;
    Full names of Directors/Proprietors;
    Clear and detailed work plan including a Gantt chart;
    All applications received by the submission date will be reviewed by a selection committee based on pre-determined objective criteria. Upon selection, the consultant(s)/consulting firm would be invited for a discussion and requested to submit a detailed inception report and work plan prior to starting.

    NB: The Technical and Financial proposals must be submitted separately:

  • Provision of website design, web development & management, training and technical support for the Expanding Access to Justice (EAJ) Program Website

    Provision of website design, web development & management, training and technical support for the Expanding Access to Justice (EAJ) Program Website

    Background
    The Expanding Access to Justice (EAJ) program, funded by USAID under the Human Rights Support Mechanism (HRSM), focuses on increasing awareness and general knowledge of legal rights, human rights, and options for recourse, especially for Somali women, youth, and marginalized groups. It responds to citizens’ needs by supporting civil society and justice actors in sustainably improving the quality and scope of legal services. The program’s aim is to ensure that individuals and communities, especially women and marginalized groups, obtain a rights-based resolution of their justice issues. The program is implemented by Pact and the American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative (ABA ROLI).
    EAJ is looking to recruit a creative, high achieving web design company (service provider) with an outstanding record in web design work to redesign its current website.
    Objectives
    EAJ seeks to contract a service provider with significant experience in designing websites for International Public Interest Companies working in Kenya and/or Somalia

    Objectives – EAJ plans to re-design its current website. The goal is to develop website with cutting -edge architecture and design features and professionally produced content. It should be more attractive and user friendly.
    Requirements – EAJ requires the service provider to re-design our website and provide a successful web design while understanding the functional requirements for the website. The service provider must understand from the start the website’s goals in order to provide the best functionality. How is content managed? Does the website need a mobile version or will responsive design work?
    Design – The web design company is required to organizing the web design project by listing who is responsible for various parts of the project. It should include design or programming deadlines, client review and approval during the project, and deadlines for all of these deliverables. It should also provide an outline of an organizational map which is essential for the project to progress.
    Content- The content provided by the service provider, based on information supplied by the program staff, will comprehensively prepare the website for its launch. The service provider will need to utilize a professional writer or writing team and graphics artist for this purpose, with all writing expected to be of international media standards and properly proofed and edited.
    Additional areas of support -special programming needs, and any work that must be done other than design work to complete a website design project.

    Deadline for the project will be shared by the EAJ Web Management team.
    The Assignment
    Pact is seeking to engage the services of a web design firm with a demonstrable track record of developing high quality website and their content to create an attractive, responsive and dynamic website.
     Deliverables
    Provide EAJ with the following:

    A thorough work plan indicating the process it will follow.
    Provide multiple designs to management and the EAJ communications team to choose from within 2 weeks of signing the contract.
    Work with the EAJ Communications team to populate the site with content that will be shared by the team.
    Ensure the website is responsive!
    Ensure the website contains relevant features to ensure industry-standard user analytics can be undertaken by the program
    The website should be designed to reach a larger targeted audience!
    It should have a user-friendly capability!
    Provide a website Maintenance plan in order to the site.
    The web design company should incorporate graphics into the web design.
    Provide a complete layout to the EAJ team.
    The website should incorporate and/or embed linked to the EAJ’s Twitter site
    Provide an evaluation of the web management, development and design, their use of it, and its impact.
    Provide a final evaluation report that evaluates progress made during the development of the EAJ website.
    Brief weekly and quarterly updates on progress in web development and the impact of the audience.

    Web training and support
    Requirements-

    Enable effective website management for each member of the communications team.
    Provide a practical understanding of web designing and web management.
    Build staff capacity to produce compelling content and use of graphics.
    Optimize the interactive elements of the website to directly address audience interests.
    Enable the use of audience analytics to improve website.
    Provide tools and templates to enable EAJ web team to manage, produce, monitor, and evaluate the website.
    The writing team is expected to provide a concise style sheet to guide staff in writing future content, along with photographs, for the website

    Contract information
    Contract duration: Two months **
    Period of performance: The assignment is desired to commence no more than 10 days from the date of the scope of work (SOW) advertisement. The company must provide a site templates with the current content for approval within 2 weeks of signing the contract.
    Requirements for company

    Web Design experience and expertise in maintaining websites
    Evidence of previous similar web development, design and management
    At least 5 years’ experience of both the company and its experts in the development, design and management of websites.
    Evidence of knowledge of Strong Web Design skills
    Provide details of the company’s assigned experts on Web Management, Development and design.

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