Company Founded: Founded in 1991

Senior Communications Officer – DEPP Lab Innovations Lead – DEPP Lab Innovations Manager – Depp Lab

POSITION SUMMARY
Adeso’s Communications Team is responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the Adeso Communications Strategy. This includes defining and formulating key messages and proof points to broaden the understanding of Adeso’s unique, people centered and participatory program approach amongst stakeholders across the humanitarian and development sector, governments, donors and the media.
The Senior Communications Officer will work with colleagues to support the implementation of the AIM DEPP Lab Communications Strategy and support efforts to increase the AIM DEPP Lab growth. S/he will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that AIM communications enable and accelerate its milestones and goals.
The Senior Communications Officer should have a breadth of knowledge in PR, social media, marketing, web and e-communications with plenty of room and interest in innovation, challenges and learning. This opportunity requires the ability to coordinate, research, and create content (i.e., social media, donor communications, impact stories, program updates, etc.) for a variety of audiences including, donors, media, the general public, internal staff, and program partners among others. The position will specifically be responsible for leading the daily management of social media and online communications and marketing activities for multiple online platforms.
The successful candidate will have a talent for writing and a willingness to engage in projects ranging from writing, editing, proofreading, and leveraging social media and blogs-across several different publications while juggling multiple deadlines and priorities. The desired candidate will exude passion and a driving desire for excellence in all they do. The candidate will also be expected to be a strategic thinker who understands how social media is a vital part of a larger, integrated digital marketing strategy including SEO, Analytics, Email Marketing, and building a culture of constant testing and refinement.
POSITION PURPOSE

Increase AIM’s online visibility, voice, and influence;
Support fundraising, business development and communication through a variety of tools, techniques and resources – including media pitching, ongoing website presence , promotional materials;
Lead and manage social media campaigns.

SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Social Media Management
Develop and execute social media strategies to leverage editorial content across a variety of channels as well drive reader engagement
Manage AIM’s current social media accounts;
Assess AIM’s current social media presence and determine which new channels offer the best opportunity to increase the organization’s online presence;
Set targets for increasing AIM’s visibility and reach via Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other selected social networking sites;
Analyze and optimize monthly social engagement analytics and ad performance on all platforms;
Monitor monthly social performance ensuring the yearly goals are met or exceeded;
Maintain a list of all social media accounts log-in information and always make sure HQ has the most up-to-date information; and,
Develop and implement social media campaigns, including use of paid advertisements.Content Development and Editorial Support
Develop and maintain overall content strategy and standards for voice and tone for digital communications;
Provide frameworks and guidance to support colleagues in their promotional and messaging work, in line with the Communications Strategy;
Maintain and help to evolve the voice of web communications; research, write and edit SEO-rich, grammatically accurate content for AIM’s website, e-mails and social media, taking a proactive approach to improve our communications and brand across all online channels;
Edit and disseminate AIM case studies and success stories to maximize their use;
Support the writing and editing of AIM’s publications;
Promote AIM in relevant media and network spaces and manage the production and delivery of appropriate outreach material, including key publications such as the annual report.
Beyond these specific responsibilities, the Senior Communications Officer is expected to collaborate on activities as agreed upon with the Project Director and the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Development to support the delivery of the DEPP Communications Strategy.Other
Develop and promote communication tools and resources to use in their external activities, in order to secure a consistent external AIM message, and optimize the communications power of AIM.
Copyediting, edit, review, and mark documents to ensure correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, and usage. Impose a consistent style while querying or correcting inconsistencies, flagging and checking head levels and callouts for graphics or notes, cross-checking in-text references, and styling reference lists or bibliographies.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members, and other units across the organizations.
Any other duty as may be assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications/Journalism or related field;
2-3 years’ work experience in communications and marketing;
1-2 years professional experience with Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, with proven results on impacting Key Performance Indicators of an organization;
Expertise and experience leveraging social media communication channels to provide a compelling and inspired sense of an organization’s mission to a broad range of audiences;
Experience with HTML coding, email distribution tools and content management systems;
Knowledge of social media management & analytics tools such as SproutSocial, Buffer, Hootsuite, SocialBro, TweetDeck, Followerwonk, Sprinklr, Facebook Insights, Twitter Analytics, Pinterest Analytics, etc.;
Experience with social media design tools such as Canva, PicMonkey, Pagemodo, Piktochart, Infogr.am,
etc.;
Understanding how social media plays a role within a larger digital marketing team to contribute to a unified vision of campaigns;
Passionate learner and self-starter. You should be comfortable owning your projects and have a ‘learner focused’ mindset. You have a propensity to take action, learn from your mistakes, and bring a wealth of knowledge to the team;
Excellent written and spoken English is essential, as well as a critical eye for editing and grammar;
Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with respect for diversity;
Bonus: Experience working within a humanitarian or development context and working on international donor -funded projects.

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October 23, 2024
Transformation Unit Manager

Responsibilities
The Manager shall have a sound understanding of the overall program. He/she will coordinate and supervise the implementation of activities. In doing so, he/she will work in close co-operation with the staff and different MH Departments. Specifically, he/she is responsible for the following tasks:

Ensures the effective implementation and monitoring of the activities and results;
Prepares and forwards to the Director weekly, monthly work plans and progress reports for all the sectors, and about the situation in the field;
In close co-operation with Meru Herbs administration, carries out a management and organizational needs assessment;
With other team members (and communities), identifies program gaps and suggests to the staff the mitigating actions;
Daily coordination and supervision of Human Resources, in close co-operation with the Director of Meru Herbs;
Executes the strategies and plans agreed with the Management of Meru Herbs (Director and Administrator);
Performs any other action related with the position needed to achieve Meru Herbs objectives;
Steers and participates to periodical staff meetings.

Job Requirements

Diploma or degree in relevant field (Business Management, Agri-Business, Marketing);
Excellent level of English and Swahili;
A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a Management or Administrative position in similar business environment;
At least 1 year of field experience in development and rural areas;
Excellent computer skills;
Organizational, communication and leadership skills;
Willingness to relocate in the surroundings of MH Base Camp, near Tunyai, Tharaka-Nithi County (accommodation within the Base Camp is available).

October 23, 2024
Head of Mission M/F – Kenya / Somalia

Mission/ Role:
Leadership of the Country Programme

To maintain and develop SIF presence and SIF’s strategy in Kenya and in Somalia (in remote control),
To coordinate and manage the overall planning and direction of SIF operations in Kenya and in Somalia,
To monitor the emergency humanitarian situation in the country and advise HQs on the appropriate course of action.

Programme Development

To develop SIF short and medium term strategy for the mission,
To regularly analyze the context, risks, operational access issues and availability of resources, in relation to the program objectives,
To assess the donor environment and opportunities for funding, and ensure concept notes and proposals are submitted in coordination with HQ’s strategy.

Representation

To develop funding strategies and donor mapping analyses.
To manage external communications in collaboration with the communications with the HQs. Act as the contact person with press and media.

Staff Management / Human Resources

To provide leadership and management to the team.
To participate / oversee the recruitment process of national staff

Logistics

To ensure that appropriate logistic structures and procedures are established and / or are maintained in accordance with the SIF guidelines
To oversee the timely and efficient planning and implementation of procurement and supply of items in line with project needs.
To ensure adequate management of warehousing, compounds, transportation, goods in kind, and assets according to SIF procedures.

Safety and Security Management
Responsible for the safety and security of all SIF staff and visitors to Kenya and Somalia.

To ensure that appropriate logistic structures and procedures are established and / or are maintained in accordance with the SIF guidelines
To monitor the security context (including participating in local/national INGO/UN security meetings) and act on any deterioration in this that could affect operations and provide guidance to teams/sites as required

Administration and Finance

Ensure that appropriate administrative and financial guidelines and procedures are established, maintained / updated regularly and adhered to by the team as well as any basic systems required in country.

The task list is neither exhaustive nor restrictive and is evolving according to the needs of the organization.Being an association with limited resources, versatility and flexibility are necessary in order to overcome any difficulty temporary and exceptional.
The employee may be requested to perform other tasks in accordance with it job category, in case of need related to the functioning of the Association or to changes in its policy and it organization, and respecting the pattern of fixed-term contract.
Profile:

Minimum 5 years of previous experience in humanitarian work, including previous experiences as Country Director, or Deputy Country Director, or Chief of Party with INGOs in similar context.
Substantial experience of strategic thinking, including identifying, analyzing, problem solving and responding to opportunities and challenges and the ability to translate these into practical plans of action.
Extensive experience of securing substantial external funding. Evidence of understanding the challenges of donor and contract management and the implications for program management.
Extensive knowledge and experience of project planning and budget holding; proposal and report writing.
Knowledge and understanding of project management tools (Logical Framework analysis, project cycle management, objectives and indicators etc.)
Strong leadership skills and a supportive management style (experience managing national and expatriate staff)
Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English (and desirably French)

Duration: 12 months
Starting date:1st January 2018
Being an association with limited means, versatility and flexibility are necessary in order to overcome any difficulty temporary and exceptional.
The employee may be affected to perform other tasks in accordance with it job category, in case of need related to the functioning of the Association or to changes in its policy and it organization, and respecting the pattern of fixed-term contract.
Working conditions:**

French fixed term contract “CDD d’usage”
Remuneration according to profile
Monthly Per diem, Guesthouse
Medical cover (60% cover by SIF and 40% covered by the expatriate)
R&R every at 3 and 9 month
Return plane ticket supported by SIF for leave at 6 month

October 23, 2024
Consortium Coordinator

JOB OPPORTUNITY
VSF Germany, Piedmont Plaza, Off Ngong Road, 2nd Floor, P.O Box 25653, 00603 Nairobi, Kenya

Overall Responsibilities:
Spear head strategic management and planning of the project across all partners in the project in Ethiopia and Kenya. Quality control of the project implementation & donor reports, while providing leadership & management to the coordination team.
Key Responsibilities:

Project management

Provide leadership and management for the design and implementation of project activities, in close coordination with consortium member teams
Responsible for managing the timely and quality completion of all program technical administrative financial deliverables and reports in accordance with EU guidelines and VSFG rules
Ensure a shared project vision amongst staff and across all implementing agencies
Responsible for delivery, and progress against agreed targets of the project across all implementing partners
Oversee the establishment of effective project reporting, monitoring evaluation and learning, financial management, and personnel and procurement mechanisms
Plan and lead quarterly consortium Project Steering Committee meetings and Technical Working Group meetings.
Manage the Project Management Unit staff

Networking & Coordination

Serve as the principal liaison with and build effective working relationships with the EU, PACT, IGAD, FAO and government counterparts, local partners, communities and other relevant stakeholders
Develop partnerships in the humanitarian and development community and coordinate with authorities at Country and County/District Government levels.
Promote sustainability of project activities with effective networking, linkages to other programmes and initiatives

Qualifications

Relevant university degree (Master or Post graduate), in International Development, Social Sciences, Economics, Agriculture, Veterinary medicine or other relevant field.
Minimum of 10 years’ of professional relevant experience
Experience in managing cross border programming and complex activities
Strong program design and management
Experience in Livelihoods, Resilience, Natural Resource Management and other related fields
Working experience in financial management of donor projects.
Proven track record in donor relationships, specifically EU
Communication Skills: Excellent writing and verbal skills in English.
Adaptability and flexibility: Ability to manage a large workload and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

The Consortium Coordinator refers to and works in close collaboration with the Country Directors of each of the implementing agencies but will report directly to the Regional Head of Program of VSFG.

October 23, 2024
Regional Head of Programs

JOB OPPORTUNITY
Overall Responsibilities:
Spear head strategic development and planning of the programs and projects for the organization in the various countries within the region. Quality control of the programs, donor relations, project implementation & donor reports, provide leadership & management to the regional program staff and is responsible for the budgets.
Key Responsibilities:

Projects Development

Provide strategic direction to the projects, to ensure they work towards achieving successful implementation in a sustainable manner and responds to emergencies effectively and efficiently.
Design programs and projects based on the Organizational Strategic Plan.
Work with the Country Directors & Project Managers to diversify the funding base through developing existing or new relationships with donors.

Implementation and Quality of the Program

Make key decisions in relation to the program implementation, and offer solutions to problems that arise during the implementation of programs in the region.
Ensure the projects meet Donor & VSF G Quality Standards and international codes of conduct in project implementation.
Develop an Internal Monitoring and Evaluation framework.
Manage both donor and internal reporting on project implementation.

Management

Motivate the regional program team and ensure they have clear objectives and receive meaningful feedback on their performance.
Participate in HR management to ensure the achievement of program goals & objectives, including recruitment, staff development, security etc.
Develop country development plans with Country Directors for each country in the region.

Networking and Communication

Strengthen & build relationships with donors and other INGOs and government institutions and other stakeholders in the Region.
Ensure regular and effective communications are maintained within the program, regional office and donors.
Champion the development of lesson learnt and good practice documentation from VSFG’s intervention.

Budgetary responsibility

Assist the program team to develop, finalize and closely monitor the program budget.
Work closely with the Finance Department to ensure effective financial and budgetary control of the programs, according to donor & VSF G policy and procedures.
Ensure corrective measures are taken to address over/under expenditure in the project budgets.

Qualifications, Experience, Attributes & Skills
Required

Degree in relevant field especially food security related disciplined (livestock, Agriculture etc)
Postgraduate degree in development studies, project planning, veterinary medicine or international relations as an added advantage.
A minimum of 8 years’ experience in management of development and humanitarian projects in the Greater Horn of Africa.
Strong knowledge of major institutional donors (EU, ECHO, OFDA, BMZ, CHF, etc) regulations and systems
Experience in complex emergency, big consortium is requested
Good understanding of financial management of projects is a requirement
Proven experience in donor liaison and negotiation and organization representation
Practical experience in proposal development & grant making for humanitarian and development projects.
Excellent computer knowledge (MS Office, SPSS, Web based data management systems etc).
Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
Willing to travel extensively to field locations including for extended periods

Preferred

Senior management experience highly preferred.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in managerial roles and donor reporting.
Must be a strong, decisive and results oriented leader
Understands the context within which VSF Germany operates in the respective program countries (Kenya, Ethiopia, Sudan South Sudan, Somali and Uganda) and willing to take security related risks

October 23, 2024