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  • Finance Assistant

    Finance Assistant

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a talented individual with attention to detail and demonstrated experience in Finance to fill in the position of Temporary Finance Assistant.
    The Position: The Temporary Finance Assistant will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and report to the Country Finance Specialist. This position will oversee the process of scanning and filing of payment vouchers and general assistance to the finance team.
    Key responsibilities:

    Review the files before dispatching;
    Record and release the files to an outsourced company;
    Receive the files back and reviewing for confirmation of all payment vouchers are filed sequentially
    Verify the process by ensuring that the documents are accurate and legible;
    Upload the scanned documents to Sharepoint.

    Selection Criteria:

    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
    One year experience required at least at internship level.
    Intermediate level of MS Office.
    Attention to detail
    Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili

    What are the conditions?
    The position is for a period of one month and is only open to Kenyan Nationals.

  • Monitoring and Evaluation Manager Learning Advisor

    Monitoring and Evaluation Manager Learning Advisor

    FHI 360 is currently recruiting for the position of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Manager for an anticipated project, East Africa Building Resilience in Civil Society (BRICS) Phase II. BRICS II will implement a holistic approach to preventing Violent Extremism (VE) including working with national and subnational authorities to improve their ability to prevent VE, working with and in at-risk communities, conducting research to inform VE interventions and facilitate dialogues among stakeholders. It is anticipated that this program will focus primarily on Kenya, with a secondary focus on Tanzania and Mozambique and a third line of effort in Uganda and Ethiopia. The M&E Manager will play a lead role in the design and implementation of a comprehensive M&E plan with appropriate indicators, implementing systems to safeguard the collection and management of program data, and recommending changes to annual work plans or data collection techniques as needed. S/he will also train staff and partners as well as liaise with the stakeholders on M&E reporting requirements, project learning strategies, and protocols for modifying the M&E plan
    Essential Job Functions: Duties and Responsibilities

    Manage and coordinate implementation of M&E for the project across thematic areas.
    Supervise and provide guidance to relevant project staff.
    Lead development of quality assurance systems for the project to ensure data quality.
    Ensure appropriate data collection tools and systems are in place and are being used correctly by staff and partners to collect required and accurate data for performance, monitoring and evaluation.
    Oversee and guide development of the project’s management information system and database.
    Identify M&E technical assistance (TA) needs of partners, facilities and/or government counterparts and provide/organize TA through training, mentorship, and/or on-site supervision.
    Participate in program monitoring visits/forums with other project staff as necessary.
    Ensure all relevant project staffs are aware of and adhere to funder and government monitoring, evaluation and reporting guidelines and requirements.
    Continuously review and analyze collected data and advise program management on needed program revisions.
    Contribute to progress reports for the funder and other program deliverables as required.
    Advise and promote best practices in data management and M&E among project staff and partners.
    Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

    MINUMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    Bachelor’s degree in social science, statistics, evaluation science or other related field (advanced degree preferred);
    Minimum of five years of relevant professional experience managing monitoring and evaluation for complex development activities in conflict-affected regions; experience with M&E on projects aimed at preventing violent extremism preferred.
    Demonstrated ability to work effectively with communities, civil society, local government representatives and other stakeholders
    Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
    Demonstrated ability to coordinate monitoring, learning, and evaluation processes across multiple technical offices, local stakeholders and geographic conflict-affected regions
    Experience with complex monitoring and evaluation procedures as well as with complexity-aware monitoring and evaluation models is desired.
    Experience working with donor programs and familiarity with DFID/UK approach to monitoring, evaluation and learning is preferred.

    Kenyan nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. Availability of position is contingent upon award to FHI 360. Selection of final applicant is subject to funder approval.
    FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package.
    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. Please click here to continue searching FHI 360’s Career Portal.

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  • Medical Activity Manager

    Medical Activity Manager

    Job Description

    Implementation of HB/NDH project
    Implementation of medical activities in proposal
    Management / rationalization of medical resources
    Definition, analysis and interpretation of data
    Strategy and Planning for the Project
    Team Management
    Team Composition and staffing in support to MTL and Field coordinator
    Mentorship, support and Information Sharing
    Safety of patients

    Education
    Registered diploma Clinical officer or Nurse -essential.
    Experience
    More than 2 years’ experience as clinical officer or nurse. Solid experience in HIV and TB. Management experience and MSF experience is of added value
    Languages
    Fluency in English, Kiswahili and Luo
    Knowledge
    Required computer skills (excel, word)
    Competencies
    Results, teamwork, flexibility, commitment, stress management

  • Senior Software Developer

    Senior Software Developer

    Position Overview
    This position will reside in Nairobi, Kenya; the most appropriate candidate will be eligible to work in, and already reside in Nairobi.
    The Sr. Software Developer is responsible for leading teams of developers, working towards the delivery of reliable software and hardware solutions, writing impeccable code and delivering projects on time and within budget. This role will serve as a Technical Project Manager taking ownership of assigned development projects from inception to delivery. The position is expected to be able to lead a team, with the ability to multitask, teach and instruct coworkers, attend meetings with FH customers as required to ensure customer’s needs are met and successfully deliver all assigned projects. Secondarily, will provide support for key business applications. This role will provide 2nd level support by responding to and resolving technical issues and requests for enterprise applications worldwide, whether in person or remotely using email, phone, and remote access software..
    Responsibilities

    Key Result 1 – Provide leadership and expertise in the area of code development and the implementation of software best-practices (55%).
    Key Result 2 – Provide support for key business applications (15%).
    Key Result 3 – Serve as Project Technical Manager (30%).

    FH benefits include (Int’l):

    Insurance – Health, Disability, Life
    Paid holidays, vacation, & sick leave
    Pension eligibility per FH policy
    Professional development and continuing education opportunities

  • Senior Evaluation Specialist Senior Learning Advisor

    Senior Evaluation Specialist Senior Learning Advisor

    Proposal Summary:
    The anticipated project will provide the USAID/KEA mission and its implementing partners with technical assistance in designing and implementing quantitative and qualitative evaluation studies and knowledge management platforms. The project will also train the mission and local institutions on M&E best practices and evaluation methods.
    Position Summary:
    The Senior Evaluation Specialist will manage all evaluation and assessment activities (such as design, planning, budgeting and quality assurance and reporting) and staff. This is a full-time position based in Nairobi.
    Responsibilities:

    Manage a team of technical experts, including data analysts, researchers, sector specialists and evaluators.
    Design and plan assignment activities. Determine staffing levels, recruiting appropriate, qualified short-term consultants and specialists.
    Manage assignment activity quality assurance and budgeting.
    Supervise/coordinate data analysis and collection plans and methods.
    Lead consultations with relevant USAID/KEA staff, implementing partners and stakeholders as needed.
    Manage the integration of lessons learned and knowledge management into evaluation activities.
    Oversee final reporting to USAID/KEA.

    Qualifications:

    Master’s degree in research methods, social science, development or a related field.
    At least 7 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation of international development projects, preferably in developing countries; project management; research methods; and project design.
    At least 3-4 years of experience in conducting project and program evaluations, surveys, assessments, and data analysis;
    Knowledge of international best practices in project design, implementation, evaluation and learning as well as excellent interpersonal, writing, presentation and client management skills;
    Capacity and skills to work effectively in an environment that encourages collaboration, learning, and adaptive management to build staff capacity and deliver consulting services and information and learning products that are useful and meets the client’s needs.
    Professional fluency in English. Fluency in Swahili desired.

    Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
    MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.

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  • Program Analyst

    Program Analyst

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Program Analyst.
    The Position: The Program Analyst will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and report to the Regional Food Scientist. This position will also assist in providing Finance and Administrative support for the implementation of the Food and Nutrition Evaluation Laboratory and other food science related value addition projects as stated in the current FANEL Business plan.
    Key responsibilities:

    Provide administrative and management support to the Food and Nutritional Evaluation Laboratory (FANEL) and value chain projects led by the Food Scientist.
    Assist with project communications (appointments, reports, booking meeting rooms / venues and equipment, drafting of correspondence for the Regional Food Scientist and FANEL associates;
    Coordinate travel arrangements and logistical support – including the handling of travel requests and liquidations, accommodation, and arranging for meals for the project events;
    Provide support to FANEL team in planning for regional advocacy events, workshops and meetings;
    Compile presentations, mailing lists and distribution of project publications;
    Maintenance of office filing system (manual and electronic) including backup, archiving and storage;
    Assist in managing FANEL FLOW system for lab management, costing, procurement and payment of bills;
    Handling maintenance of office and FANEL assets and keeping an inventory of equipment and supplies;
    Backstopping the country food science and value addition partners in Malawi, Uganda and Ethiopia programs to effectively execute similar duties;
    Assisting with the preparation of and regular financial reporting with CIP Finance and PMU teams;
    Any other duties given by the Regional Food Scientist.

    Selection Criteria

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Financial Management or related field.
    At least 2 years of experienced required in similar position.
    Advanced level of MS Office, preferably in Excel.
    Advanced qualitative and quantitative analytical skills;
    Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili. Working knowledge of French will be an added advantage.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

  • Chief of Party

    Chief of Party

    Job Description
    Food for the Hungry is seeking applicants for the Chief of Party of an anticipated USAID Title II Development Food Security Activity (DFSA) program. The program will seek to improve the food and income security of vulnerable populations in the arid lands of Kenya by improving livestock and crop productivity; improving the nutrition and health status of adolescent girls, children less than five years and women of reproductive age; strengthening economic livelihood opportunities; improving participation in governance, social accountability and community development; improving markets for rural and peri-urban communities; and assisting communities to effectively prepare for and manage drought. The core purpose of the Chief of Party is to provide leadership in the management and implementation of a USAID Title II Food for Peace funded Development Food Security Activity (DFSA). This position will be responsible for management and oversight of the project; this includes leading the preparation of sector work plans, monitoring project progress, quality and timely submission of all reporting deliverables, ensure performance quality, and compliance with USAID requirements, rules and regulations and Food for the Hungry internal requirements. Furthermore, this position will lead planning, coordination, and implementation efforts, with representatives from the Kenyan Government, USAID, NGO sectoral working groups, DFSA implementing partners, and all other relevant stakeholders. The COP will play a key role in effectively achieving the results defined in the agreement.
    This is a grant funded position; the grant has not yet been approved.
    Responsibilities

    Key Result #1 – Program Leadership.
    Key Result #2 – Management and Administration.
    Key Result #3 – Representation and Coordination.
    Key Result #4 – Human Resource Management.

    A resume and an application are required to apply for this position. This position will close to applications on January 24, 2019. For a complete version of the job description, qualifications, and to apply, access our Career page: https://www.fh.org/about/careers/
    FH benefits include (Int’l):

    Insurance – Health, Disability, Life
    Paid holidays, vacation, & sick leave
    Pension, after one year of service
    Professional development and continuing education opportunities

    Values, Vision, and Purpose
    At Food for the Hungry, we operate under a set of guiding principles we call “The Heartbeat.” This includes our Values, Vision, and Purpose, which serve as the explanation of who we are and how we work as an organization. Together we follow God’s call responding to human suffering and graduating communities from extreme poverty.

  • Medical Activity Manager

    Medical Activity Manager

    Job Description

    Implementation of HB/NDH project
    Implementation of medical activities in proposal
    Management / rationalization of medical resources
    Definition, analysis and interpretation of data
    Strategy and Planning for the Project
    Team Management
    Team Composition and staffing in support to MTL and Field coordinator
    Mentorship, support and Information Sharing
    Safety of patients

    Education
    Registered diploma Clinical officer or Nurse -essential.
    Experience
    More than 2 years’ experience as clinical officer or nurse. Solid experience in HIV and TB. Management experience and MSF experience is of added value
    Languages
    Fluency in English, Kiswahili and Luo
    Knowledge
    Required computer skills (excel, word)
    Competencies
    Results, teamwork, flexibility, commitment, stress management

  • Senior Software Developer

    Senior Software Developer

    Position Overview
    This position will reside in Nairobi, Kenya; the most appropriate candidate will be eligible to work in, and already reside in Nairobi.
    The Sr. Software Developer is responsible for leading teams of developers, working towards the delivery of reliable software and hardware solutions, writing impeccable code and delivering projects on time and within budget. This role will serve as a Technical Project Manager taking ownership of assigned development projects from inception to delivery. The position is expected to be able to lead a team, with the ability to multitask, teach and instruct coworkers, attend meetings with FH customers as required to ensure customer’s needs are met and successfully deliver all assigned projects. Secondarily, will provide support for key business applications. This role will provide 2nd level support by responding to and resolving technical issues and requests for enterprise applications worldwide, whether in person or remotely using email, phone, and remote access software..
    Responsibilities

    Key Result 1 – Provide leadership and expertise in the area of code development and the implementation of software best-practices (55%).
    Key Result 2 – Provide support for key business applications (15%).
    Key Result 3 – Serve as Project Technical Manager (30%).

    FH benefits include (Int’l):

    Insurance – Health, Disability, Life
    Paid holidays, vacation, & sick leave
    Pension eligibility per FH policy
    Professional development and continuing education opportunities

  • Program Analyst

    Program Analyst

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Program Analyst.
    The Position: The Program Analyst will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and report to the Regional Food Scientist. This position will also assist in providing Finance and Administrative support for the implementation of the Food and Nutrition Evaluation Laboratory and other food science related value addition projects as stated in the current FANEL Business plan.
    Key responsibilities:

    Provide administrative and management support to the Food and Nutritional Evaluation Laboratory (FANEL) and value chain projects led by the Food Scientist.
    Assist with project communications (appointments, reports, booking meeting rooms / venues and equipment, drafting of correspondence for the Regional Food Scientist and FANEL associates;
    Coordinate travel arrangements and logistical support – including the handling of travel requests and liquidations, accommodation, and arranging for meals for the project events;
    Provide support to FANEL team in planning for regional advocacy events, workshops and meetings;
    Compile presentations, mailing lists and distribution of project publications;
    Maintenance of office filing system (manual and electronic) including backup, archiving and storage;
    Assist in managing FANEL FLOW system for lab management, costing, procurement and payment of bills;
    Handling maintenance of office and FANEL assets and keeping an inventory of equipment and supplies;
    Backstopping the country food science and value addition partners in Malawi, Uganda and Ethiopia programs to effectively execute similar duties;
    Assisting with the preparation of and regular financial reporting with CIP Finance and PMU teams;
    Any other duties given by the Regional Food Scientist.

    Selection Criteria

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Financial Management or related field.
    At least 2 years of experienced required in similar position.
    Advanced level of MS Office, preferably in Excel.
    Advanced qualitative and quantitative analytical skills;
    Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili. Working knowledge of French will be an added advantage.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.