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  • Human Resources Director

    Human Resources Director

    Job description
    The HR Director will be responsible for conceptualising, initiating, planning, directing, implementing and managing the staff and organisational development strategies of Greenpeace. This will involve various strategies related to HR systems, remuneration, job evaluation, learning, training and staff development, capacity building, retention, performance management, workforce and succession planning, organisational climate, diversity management and employment equity.
    The Human Resources Director will also be responsible for the efficient and effective Employee and Labour Relations services to all levels of staff; for managing the relationship with the Unions/Workplace Forum as a member of the negotiating team and for the development of all policy and strategy in this area.
    As the Human Resources Director, the incumbent will be responsible for:

    Strategy and Policy Review, Development and Implementation
    Leadership, Coordination & Capability Alignment
    Operational Effectiveness, Performance & Service Delivery

    Staff Training and Education
    Research
    Day to day support

    Key Stakeholder Relationships
    Risk, Governance and Financial Management

    Minimum Requirements for this post include:

    Relevant post graduate degree in Human Resources or equivalent
    10+ years of experience in desired role with deep experience working across the full HR Value Chain
    Experience operating at EXCO level preferred
    Strategy design and formulation
    Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and regulations
    Experience in negotiations and consultation as well as conflict resolution
    Policy design and formulation
    Spoken and written French an advantage
    Experience within the NGO sector
    A good understanding of the legislative framework governing the NGO sector within Africa

  • Career Manager

    Career Manager

    GENERAL CONTEXT
    The Field HR is an integral part of the HR unit of the Nairobi Branch office with a team composed of the Career manager, Recruitment officer, Psychosocial Support (PSU) and Head of HR. With the objective of supporting staff recruited from the region into the international MSF pool of Expats, this position will be directly responsible for linking with expats from the region and supporting them through their career within MSF.
    JOB CONTEXT
    As a member of the HR team of NBO, the Career Manager reports to the Head of HR/Admin.He/she will both lead in his/areas of work providing critical input on strategic developments of the Field HR, and working with the team to contribute to the global strategy and play a key role on implementation.
    He/She works closely with the recruitment Officer and compliments the role where management of international staff recruited are concerned.
    OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION
    The scope of the position is twofold;
    Consolidate, review/update strategies and initiatives on proximity management developed and implement the same to enable international staff recruited from the region be better supported, and follow the pool of staff through their MSF career by facilitating and advising on placements and further career development within MSF.
    Initiate and take proactive lead in developing the career management portfolio and grow this over time; the CM will play a key role in all new developments and strategies for implementation within the vision/objective of the NBO and following the recruitment/development plan.
    The CM manages HR partnerships with assigned operational canters (OCs) and other MSF Offices, advising on placement of Eastern Africa field personnel, analysing effectiveness of placements, developing career management plans for promising personnel and overseeing field workers retention.
    MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

    Strategic

    Take the lead on the development and implementation of the proximity management strategy in collaboration with the HR team in Nairobi and Barcelona
    Take the lead on developing and implementation of the international Field HR Career Management action plan, ensuring that the strategy is well aligned to the vision of HR for NBO and internalized in the annual plans. Ensures smooth implementation of the strategy and annual plans.
    Engage with the broader MSF HR network in order to capture new needs that can be supported from Nairobi and learn from similar activities/initiatives
    Monitor effectiveness of the strategies in place and adapt in case of need.Placement
    Develop the system/process for placement of candidates and foresee progressively implementation of various activities based on development of the career management portfolio.
    Proactively review field vacancies and identify candidates for proposal with designated Operational Centres (OCs);
    Confers with Pool Managers (PMs) and recruiters to identify personnel needs, job specifications, qualifications and skills;
    In consultation with the Nairobi and other OC’s Recruitment Officers (ROs), refers candidates for placement in appropriate field positions according to skills, experience and availability;
    Meets regularly with the other Pool managers and recruiter to determine best fit of applicants in various OC vacancies; and help identify high potential and future profiles;
    Support the placement of first mission staff on preparatory training courses as available;
    Manages candidate expectations in a realistic way;
    Participates in other HR activities that will facilitate the placement of Field Workers
    With the NBO recruitment officer, create a database of potential profiles that can be contacted in case of emergencies and encourage the potential profiles to be available/mobile for Emergencies;

    Briefing and preparation

    Define a proper briefing/debriefing plan and activities for new and current staff.
    Provides departing field workers with necessary information;
    Links departing field workers to returned field workers with prior experience in the country as possible (mentors);
    Provides timely information to recruiting OC’s to allow preparation of necessary documents and travel arrangements;

    Support and quality control

    Assists expatriates while in the field as required (personal issues);
    Liaises with HR departments in designed OCs to assess on-going field worker performance;
    Act as the HR focal point for E.A. Field Workers to ensure consistently high quality of support to each field worker.
    Where required, communicates with families / contact persons in the event of emergency situations;
    Support and back up the recruitment officer where needed/feasible.
    Debriefing, career planning and professional development
    Develop/define and follow through the implementation of the career management plan and strategy for the NBO.
    Support in Field staff retention and development Strategy through meaningful recognition, career path identification and by providing relevant learning and development opportunities;
    Proactively liaises with the Field HR Team to propose candidates for career development, in accordance with the MSF Policy;
    In consultation with OCs, support the planning of relevant training and career development for candidates;
    Maintains on-going communications with candidates interested in future missions;
    Provide mission-related feedback to OCs where necessary;

    Administration and general duties

    Contributes to departmental planning and participate in international HR discussions;
    Supports the implementation and development of the Field staff retention plan.
    Contributes to HR Reporting and statistics;
    Organises and/or actively participates and contributes to the success of Welcome Days and PPD sessions.
    Works toward helping the overall organization understand field realities through returning field workers;
    There will sometimes be the opportunity to go on short field assignments and / or to co-facilitate trainings in the field, where possible and in consultation with HR Manager;
    Travel to national and international meetings, as required;
    As part of duty of care ensure that IS from the region has access to preventive health measures before leaving to a mission (vaccination, health screening and PSU) as well as when returning from a mission.Through the NBO Admin support, manage and coordinate movements of international staff and assure that sufficient administrative/logistical support is available for staff from Kenya and the region;
    Backs-up colleagues, as required.

    Networking and Key events

    Set up and facilitate events that will enhance induction of newly recruited staff as well as connecting the staff from the region with the NBO and with each other
    Organize gathering for the fieldworkers.
    Organize welcome days for the newly recruited people
    Actively support the development of the broader NBO strategy
    Act as a spokesperson for MSF in “marketing” the organization to potential recruits
    Link with the communications unit – help to identify potential spokespeople from the region and inform comms about people coming back from missions so that their stories can be captured
    Work closely with the East African Association (EAA) in order to identify people and associative events that will facilitate linking with field staff in or between missions
    Contribute to the expansion of the networking base of the NBO
    Pro-actively link Staff with the happenings in the broader MSF movement
    Link field workers with the EAA and encourage them to take part in associative debates and events
    Invite Fieldworkers for events conducted either by the office or association
    Ensure Field workers are in the know of the happenings in the movement

    SELECTION CRITERIA
    Education and experience:

    University degree/diploma in Health, social or human sciences are desirable, specializations in HR, Psychology or related field would be an advantage.
    Experienced in diverse international contexts through assignments with voluntary humanitarian non-governmental organizations.
    At least 2-3 years International Field experience with MSF is highly desirable.
    Experience in placement and career management/development is desirable.
    High knowledge and understanding of African contexts and cultures.
    Fluent English
    Use of IT tools and Web 2.0 software (LinkedIn, Facebook,etc.)

    Required competencies:

    Communication and interpersonal skills
    Commitment to MSF’s Principles
    Cross-cultural Awareness
    Behavioral Flexibility
    Stress Management
    Analytical Thinking
    Results and Quality Orientation
    Service Orientation
    Planning and Organizing
    Teamwork and Cooperation

    Others
    Availability to travel to the various recruitment areas or countries and high mobility within/out of East African region, and occasional travel outside the region.
    Conditions
    Location: Based in Nairobi, at the Médecins Sans Frontières-Spain Nairobi Branch Office
    Annual gross salary of KSH. 3,465,673 + Secondary Benefits based on MSF OCBA Reward Policy
    Starting date: ASAP

  • Director: Human Resources

    Director: Human Resources

    The Director: HR will be responsible for conceptualising, initiating, planning, directing, implementing and managing the staff and organisational development strategies of GPAf. This will involve various strategies related tHR systems, remuneration, job evaluation, learning, training and staff development, capacity building, retention, performance management, workforce and succession planning, organisational climate, diversity management and employment equity.
    The Director:HR will alsbe responsible for the efficient and effective Employee and Labour Relations services tall levels of staff; for managing the relationship with the Unions/Workplace Forum as a member of the negotiating team and for the development of all policy and strategy in this area.
    As the Director: Human Resources, the incumbent will be responsible for:

    Strategy and Policy Review, Development and Implementation
    Leadership, Coordination & Capability Alignment
    Operational Effectiveness, Performance & Service Delivery
    Staff Training and Education
    Research
    Day tday support
    Key Stakeholder Relationships
    Risk, Governance and Financial Management

    Minimum Requirements for this post include:

    Relevant post graduate degree in Human Resources or equivalent
    10+ years of experience in desired role with deep experience working across the full HR Value Chain
    Experience operating at EXClevel preferred
    Strategy design and formulation
    Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and regulations
    Experience in negotiations and consultation as well as conflict resolution
    Policy design and formulation
    Spoken and written French an advantage
    Experience within the NGsector
    A good understanding of the legislative framework governing the NGsector within Africa

  • Communications Officer

    Communications Officer

    Job Purpose
    This Communications Officer role provides an excellent opportunity to work on both strategic and operational aspects of communications for cross-border peacebuilding programs. At the same time, the role will involve bolstering the capacity of other RASMI and SEEK partners with a view to enabling clearer, more coherent messaging across the two EUTF programs. This is a 1-year role with the possibility of extension.
    Based in Nairobi and reporting to the Regional Communications Coordinator, the successful candidate will be challenged to think strategically, tactically to build and implement effective communications platforms for EUTF programs (RASMI and SEEK) being implemented by Pact Kenya.
    Roles and responsibilities

    Designing and delivering a comprehensive but practical communication platforms for SEEK and RASMI. This will involve working with the Regional Communications Coordinator to develop and implement communications strategies, brand and visibility guidelines; key partnership liaison strategies, audience maps; targeted contact databases; key messages; digital and non-digital channels; programme and project workplans; editing and packaging reports, planning and execution tools; communication templates; monitoring and evaluation of communication activities; capacity building for RASMI and SEEK staff and partners; workshop planning and delivery, events planning and management, developing and implementing communications policies and procedures.
    Supporting the design and delivery of communications platforms for RASMI and SEEK partners. This will involve the provision of communications guidance and capacity building to interested partners. With the guidance from the Regional Communications Co-ordinator, the Communications Officer will help partners to apply this guidance to their contexts. This will require travel.
    Fostering a vibrant Working Group for communications. Pact Kenya intends set up a community of practice for communications which will entail working with SEEK and RASMI partners. With guidance from the Regional Communications Coordinator, the Communications Officer will galvanize the Working Group by injecting energy and ideas, and formalizing its ongoing modus operandi. The purpose is to share knowledge, strengthen the RASMI and SEEK communications community and provide a platform for communications training and mentoring.
    Developing and managing innovative tools and channels to capture and share RASMI and SEEK ideas and impact. This role will provide scope to strengthen existing and create new ways to measure and communicate the impact of RASMI and SEEK projects. Working closely with the Regional Communications Coordinator and the Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Learning (MERL) team, these new methods might include: case study and research projects, innovative event hosting, visual presentation and storytelling, video diaries, human interest stories, infographics, podcast and blogs.

    Competencies
    To deliver these objectives and the associated scope of work, Pact Kenya is searching for a candidate with the following skills and experience:

    Excellent knowledge and understanding of strategic communications. Pact Kenya and its partners operate in complex environments and deliver a diverse portfolio of projects. To deliver long-term outcomes (scale up, replication, sustainability etc.) and help Pact Kenya to develop a reputation for excellence (responsive, pioneering, professional etc.) the successful candidate will need to demonstrate a deep conceptual understanding of strategic communications. They will also need to demonstrate knowledge of how communications work can be applied to the field of conflict management and peacebuilding.
    Extensive experience of developing and operating communications platforms and activities. Pact Kenya is setting up a number of communication assets for both RASMI and SEEK. The successful candidate is expected to run an active twitter handle for RASMI and SEEK, develop and maintain contact databases for RASMI and SEEK, pre-qualify communications consultants, develop templates, send out press releases, create and send out newsletters using Mailchimp. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a proven track record of delivery, which will allow them to build on this work and fully develop, implement and manage an effective Pact Kenya communications platform. Although not mandatory, Pact Kenya would strongly prefer to hire a candidate with knowledge of cross-border peacebuilding and conflict management.
    Excellent knowledge and experience of training and coaching others in strategic communications. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their potential to provide targeted support to RASMI and SEEK staff as well as partners to build in-house communications capacity and improve the coherence of communications activities across the two projects.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism or related fields from a reputable university.
    Minimum 3 years relevant experience.
    Excellent in analytical writing
    Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Audition.
    Familiarity with social media platforms
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Strategy formulation and execution skills
    Passionate and committed change agent

  • Global Program Leader: Potato Agri-Food Systems

    Global Program Leader: Potato Agri-Food Systems

    International Potato Center POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
    Ref.: 18-67 GPPL/GRS/SSA
    About The Role
    This position will provide overall direction and momentum for CIP’s potato research and development program leading a multi-disciplinary team of scientists in Africa, Asia and Latin America. CIP emphasizes the broader agri-food system context of its crop research, addressing critical challenges of sustainable intensification, climate resilience, scalability of innovations, gender and inclusive economic growth. The Program Leader will expand the current portfolio through new initiatives engaging CIP scientists in all related disciplines, linkages with related CGIAR research programs, and key research and development partners globally. The Program Leader will report to the Deputy Director General of Research and Development.The preferred location for this role would be CIP’s offices in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent international travel (40-50%) in Africa, Asia and Latin America. This truly represents an opportunity to make a huge impact on the world, as the potato is a key crop for small farmers and communities in countries all over the globe.
    Key Responsibilities

    Strategic research for development
    Provide strategic direction for the potato program, setting priorities that respond to changing country, regional and global demand and that contribute to long-term CIP and CGIAR strategic objectives and goals.
    Provide science leadership, ensuring innovation and scientific excellence in all research and development projects through supervision and mentoring of scientists and through own contributions as an innovative researcher.
    Strengthen the capacity and performance of CIP’s research teams in Africa,Asia and Latin America to continuously innovate and deliver on program commitments at consistently high standards of excellence. Program development and management
    Lead resource mobilization in support of strategic program priorities working closely with CIP global and regional teams.
    Promote collaboration between scientists and researchers across biophysical and social science disciplines and between regions in support of program priorities.
    Attract researchers, students, and visiting scholars to the program, providing opportunities for research collaboration and advanced training linking national and international agricultural research institutions.
    Establish and strengthen strategic partnerships with research institutions, development agencies, and private sector partners to accelerate progress and increase scale of impacts.
    As a member of the Science Leadership Team, contribute to implementing CIP’s Strategic and Corporate Plan, and specifically develop and implement a rolling business plan for the program.
    Ensure effective management of projects and financial resources related to the program.

    What are we looking for?

    PhD in an agriculture related field with 10+ years of experience post-PhD; recognized achievements and strong publication/grant record, and demonstrated success in agricultural research.
    Managerial experience in leading a set of diverse teams, scientists, and direct reports(10+)across numerous countries including Asia, LATAM, or Africa.
    Experience with strategic development and implementation in potato-related or propagated crop research programs in developed and developing countries is highly preferred.
    Excellent leadership skills to promote effective collaboration within the global team and cross partner organizations.
    Highly collaborative along with demonstrated success in managing multi-disciplinary teams and partnerships. Experiences in African and Asian countries are highly desired.
    Demonstrated experience in attracting and securing research funding for resource mobilization.
    Strong record leading concrete projects,delivering results,and development of new technologies.
    Strong written and oral communication skills in English; Spanish, French or other language skills would be considered a plus.
    Why should you consider this opportunity?
    CIP is a global leader in research and development in potato and other root and tuber crops with a strong track-record in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
    CIP is a recent World Food Prize Winner, and CIP has been recently awarded 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 the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global network of 15 international research centers supported by more than 50 donor members.What are we offering?
    Superb career opportunity in an international organization.
    Salary is internationally competitive, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience.
    Comprehensive international insurance coverage.
    Attractive retirement plan.
    Three-year term contract with the possibility of renewal.
    Work in an equal and diverse workplace.

  • Chief of Party 

Grants Manager

    Chief of Party Grants Manager

    Project Description
    The new activity, Safeguarding Democratic Space in Kenya (SADES-K) will be implemented from 2018 to 2021. The overall goal of SADES-K is to enhance Kenya’s ability to hold a national conversation on reforms and national cohesion, and to safeguard democratic gains, including protecting civic space, respect for human rights and observance of rule of law.
    Position Description
    The Chief of Party (COP) will be responsible for providing overall vision, leadership and guidance of the project. The COP will be the project’s senior supervisor in Kenya and will oversee all aspects of program performance, both technical and managerial. Under the supervision of the Home Office, the COP will serve as the project’s principal contact point for USAID, and will also be the project’s main contact for political stakeholders and civil society.  The COP will supervise the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of all local staff and consultants.  S/he will have overall responsibility in the areas of operations, administration, logistics, procurement, budgeting, and financial accounting.
    Job Responsibilities:

    Oversee and generally manage the entire Agreement from Nairobi, Kenya;
    Ensure the activity is coordinated and implemented in an effective and cohesive manner;
    Manage the preparation and presentation of work plans, M&E plans, and all reports.
    Serve as the primary interlocutor with USAID/KEA;
    Serve as the primary point of contact for information on the progress and current status of all activities under the project.
    Liaise with other donor-funded programs supporting Kenya’s Building Bridges Initiative to ensure complementarity and to avoid duplication; and
    Liaise with other relevant U.S. Government programs to ensure coordination and effective and efficient use of U.S. Government resources.

    Minimum Requirements: 

    Master’s degree in international development, international relations, political science, law, public administration, conflict management or other related field.
    15 years of relevant professional and progressive experience in managing development assistance, including field experience in governance reforms, political advocacy, peacebuilding/conflict and civil society programs.
    Proven record of excellent management, leadership, and decision-making skills;
    Demonstrated ability to think strategically and navigate politically sensitive terrain;
    Familiarity with USAID programming, rules and regulations; experience in managing USAID funded programs in Kenya and/or Africa is desired.
    Extensive networks within Kenyan civic and political sectors.
    Excellent oral and written communication skills in English;

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  • Personnel Administration Manager 

Cook

    Personnel Administration Manager Cook

    Location : Coordination Office, Nairobi
    Start date : October 2018
    Length of contract : 04 months contract (Maternity cover)
    The selected candidate shall be responsible in ensuring that MSF is a responsible employer in the mission and supporting all proper management of HR across the board. He/she shall be in charge of employment policies, process and operational HRM frameworks reporting to the Human Resources Coordinator (HRco).
    Main Tasks include, but not limited to:

    Ensuring compliance and coherence of MSFCH policies with country legislations and operational objectives of the project. Assumes full responsibility of all administrative and legal issues in the Mission.
    Ensures a qualitative HRM system database and payroll activities.
    Provides support to all departments in the recruitment process, and ensures a qualitative recruitment process in collaboration with the HRco.
    Supervision of HR staff in the capital and support to the field HR Team.
    Ensures regular and qualitative HR reporting for coordination and projects

    Requirements
    Education
    Degrees in Business and Administration, Human Resources Management and Law (Knowledge in Law will be an added advantage) .
    Experience
    Minimum 3 years relevant experience with demonstrated skills in HRM with an NGO, with experience in Human Resource Partnering.
    Languages
    Essential mission working language- Kiswahili and English
    Competencies

    People Management.
    Commitment.
    Flexibility.
    Results.
    Teamwork.

    If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV, motivation letter on or before the 18th July 2018
    We apologize that due to the volume of application we receive; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
    (MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training fee)

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  • Accountant

    Accountant

    Project Summary: The objective of our project is to provide primary and secondary level of health care to the Refugees in Dagahaley refugee camp. MSF provides a full package of medical care through 2 primary health care units and 1 hospital (100 beds) with 24 hour emergency and OT.
    Health services include curative, preventative, nutritional activities and emergency preparedness and intervention with partners. The selected candidate will be reporting directly to the Project Fin / HR Manager
    Start date: End of July
    Package: Attractive salary package on offer with additional benefits including comprehensive health cover.
    Contract duration: 12 months fixed term contract with possibility of extension based on performance (includes 3 month probationary period)
    The Job Activities include but are not limited to;

    Maintain and update cashbook movements for each petty cash box, record all IN and Out transactions ensure that cashbox balances always reflect the actual amount of money kept in the cashboxes and investigate any discrepancy.
    Ensure strict compliance with cash control procedures for each cashbox. Daily cash control, weekly cash inventory, reconciliation with Unifield together with the manager, to ensure reliable and updated financial information.
    Monitor cash advances by ensuring that MSF rules and protocols are followed and the amounts advanced will be duly refunded.
    Keep track of bills/vouchers and other running costs and analyze the related information (costs, service contracts …) to give reliable information about the project functioning
    Ensure all receipts meet MSF requirements (deadlines, information, signatures …).
    Ensure a monthly accounts report in accordance with MSF procedures, checking individual entries and preparing the necessary administrative documents (originals) as a basis for justification and explanation of payments and receipts made.
    Inform supervisors of any issues / problems that may arise in their job performance.
    Responsible for filing and archiving accounting documents and send them monthly to Coordination
    Arrange and implement adequate financial training and support to key personnel
    To be a contact person between finance department, suppliers and service providers and ensure timely communication and payments of invoices

    Requirements

    Education: Essential, diploma or Professional qualification in accounting / Finance / Business administration
    Experience:  At least 1 year certified work experience in administration and accounting
    Languages: Essential mission and local language (English and Kiswahili)
    Knowledge: Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet), knowledge of Unifield software is an advantage
    Competences: Results, teamwork, flexibility, commitment

  • Press Officer

    Press Officer

    Background:
    From 2018, the MSF Nairobi Branch Office (NBO) will be investing in developing a communications department to progressively raise the profile of MSF in Kenya and East Africa and to support ongoing work with the international media based in the region. The communications department will work to increase the knowledge and interest by Kenyan and East African societies of the international causes in which MSF invests, as well as support to MSF’s international communications agenda. During this first stage, the communications team will be comprised of a Head of Communication, a Press Officer (this position) and a Digital Officer (position to be opened in August).
    Although the department will have a regional and international scope, during the first year priority focus will be given to Kenyan audiences and therefore to Kenya-based media.
    General objective of the position:
    The Press Officer manages and implements all press relations and activities in order to increase MSF’s presence in Kenya-based media (and in the media in other East African countries as the NBO develops in the coming years) and establish it as a referent on international humanitarian crises and topics.
    Main responsibilities:

    Establishes and fosters strong relationships with journalists, editors and producers within print, radio, TV and online media in Kenya and East Africa in order to expand media outreach.
    Proactively pitches stories and contents that help to increase the visibility of MSF in Kenya and East Africa. Proposes, organizes and facilitates interviews, articles, press conferences and briefings with journalists.
    Identifies, develops and implements ideas and opportunities for feature articles and interviews in external media that promote awareness of MSF, its international field work and advocacy efforts.
    Distributes press releases and other information and materials to the media in coordination and conjunction with MSF’s international communications network and adapts them, when necessary, to the specificities of the Kenyan and East African contexts.
    Coordinates and manages press requests, connecting media with MSF spokespeople, experts and field representatives when necessary. Acts as first point of contact for institutional media enquiries from Kenyan media, in close collaboration with communications colleagues in the country.
    Provides media training and coaching on public speaking to MSF spokespeople, including staff and field workers.
    Manages, curates and expands the press contacts list. Develops and updates media mappings of the different countries in the East African region when needed.
    Monitors MSF mentions in the press, as well as other stories of interest to the organisation, producing regular reports of media narratives and trends. Analyzes trends and priority issues in the media agenda, identifying communication opportunities, risks, and advising on strategies.
    Supports other departments in the NBO, such as the East Africa Association in developing and implementing communication and dissemination strategies to achieve their specific objectives, providing the necessary validated operational information and ensuring the quality and consistency of the outputs.
    When requested, gives support to Kenya and East Africa operational missions through proactive dissemination and pitching of their communications packages and materials.
    Develops and implements press strategies to support and extend impact and awareness of institutional events, campaigns and other public communication activities.
    Works closely with other members of the communications department to ensure an integrated and coherent approach to the NBO’s public communication and positioning.
    Maintains regular contact with MSF communications colleagues at a local, regional and international level, in order to share information and best practice, ensure coordination and identify opportunities.
    Is available to act as emergency press officer, travelling to the field in case of major field emergencies, during a crisis, to support journalist visits or to produce content.
    As part of the communications team, ensures the quality and consistency of all communication outputs and public presentations of the different areas and members of the NBO.
    Upholds MSF principles and ethical guidelines at all times.
    Takes part in an on call system to respond to media requests out of hours.

    Requirements:

    Degree in journalism, communications or related field
    Extensive experience in journalism or institutional press management
    Excellent writing, editing and communications skills in English
    Proficiency in Swahili
    Knowledge of the Kenyan and East African media map

    Desirable:

    Previous work experience with MSF or a similar medical or humanitarian organization.
    Photo, video and multimedia skills, including social media

    Competencies:

    Commitment to MSF’s humanitarian principles
    Cross-cultural awareness
    Results and quality oriented
    Planning and organizational skills
    Initiative and innovation; capacity to seize opportunities
    Teamwork and collaboration
    Networking skills
    Flexible, hands-on attitude and ability to work in the field/provide support during an emergency or crisis at short notice.
    Stress management

    Conditions:

    Annual Gross Salary of KES (Kenya Shillings) 2,358,905 and secondary benefits according to the OCBA Nairobi policy
    Full-time position, based in Nairobi
    Expected start date: ASAP

  • Midwife Activity Manager- SOMALIA (Kenya-based)

    Midwife Activity Manager- SOMALIA (Kenya-based)

    GENERAL CONTEXT
    Doctors Without Borders is an international, independent medical humanitarian action-driven organization created in 1971, providing aid to populations in need, to victims of natural or man-made disasters and to the people affected by armed conflicts, without discrimination and regardless of their race, religion, belief or political affiliation (MSF Charter). OCBA stands for Operational Centre Barcelona-Athens and is made up of four Operational Cells (OCs), the Emergency Unit and the Humanitarian Affairs Unit (HAU) and other departments or services supporting Operations. MSF-OCBA is currently present in around 20 countries.
    MAIN PURPOSE
    Defining, coordinating, monitoring all midwife and maternity related activities in a project area, according to MSF policies, protocols and standards in order to provide a high quality Mother and Child Health (MCH) care to the population.
    LOCATION
    International position based in Kenya (Nairobi) with frequent field visits to Somalia
    ACCOUNTABILITIES

    Planning, organizing and ensuring the implementation and supervision, in close collaboration with other medical staff, all Sexual and Reproductive health activities. Participating in the definition and update of annual project planning and budget, and if needed, in any emergency activity or exploratory visit in or out of the project area.
    Informing other medical managers or doctors about any possible serious problem or complication (i.e. worsening of state of patients, problems in medicines, etc.). Coordinating and assessing the feasibility for referral of pregnant women to receive further medical evaluation, in order to manage efficiently the resources needed for delivering MCH care while keeping good quality levels.
    Assisting and collaborating with the field doctors and nurses when required (normal or complicated deliveries, SV cases, etc.), to complement the existing human resources and contribute to the resolution of complicated cases. Ensuring the new-born babies are followed up correctly since delivery and until discharge and that all pregnant women and new born children are referred to the Extended Program on Immunization (EPI).
    Managing the midwife and maternity staff in the project. Planning and supervising the associated HR processes (recruitment, training, performance evaluation, motivation, internal/external communication, etc.) in order to improve staff capabilities and to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required.
    Ensuring and supervising the implementation of protocols by all staff under his/her responsibility in order to improve the quality of the healthcare given to population and to prevent any infection due to staff malpractices.
    Supervising the proper distribution of drugs and use of materials, keeping track of consumption patterns and supply orders, and monitoring inventories, together with the project logistician. Training the midwife and maternity staff in order to ensure having minimum levels of stock to carry out the activities of the project and a rational and appropriate use of material resources.
    In coordination with the project biomedical service supervising the appropriate use of medical devices and anticipating and communicating future needs.
    Supervising administrative procedures and documents, analysing routine data for monitoring purposes, and being responsible for the collection and analysis of medical statistics and reporting of SRH activities (participation in epidemiological reports and monthly reports according to guidelines) in order to have updated and correct information about the day-to-day activity in the project and to provide support in the decision-making.

    REQUIREMENTS
    Education

    Midwifery recognized qualification essential: 3 or 4-year degree in midwifery or nursing degree completed with a 1 or 2-year specialization in midwifery

    Experience

    Minimum 2-year experience as midwife
    Experience as team manager essential
    Having worked internationally, with MSF or another NGO will be an asset

    Languages**

    Excellent English essential
    Arabic is an asset

    Knowledge**

    Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet)

    Competencies**

    People Management
    Commitment
    Flexibility
    Results
    Teamwork

    CONTRACT CONDITIONS
    Eligibility

    International candidates only: Somalian residents cannot be accepted as this is an international posting

    Duration of the contract

    Fixed-term contract of 6 months with renewal option

    Salary/Indemnities

    Salary defined by the MSF International salary grid
    Additional monthly living allowance
    Lodging provided at the organization’s guesthouse/or housing allowance
    International and local transportation costs covered
    Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance