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  • Head of Clinical Trials

    Head of Clinical Trials

    JOB PURPOSE:
    Responsible for providing leadership and coordination of all clinical trials activities in the Programme, and to oversee and coordinate monitoring, project management, data base support and sponsorship for investigator-led clinical trials on Phase I, II and III.
    The post would best suit a doctor with clinical research experience with capacity to develop their own research interests as well as support clinical trials led by colleagues.
    Description:
    REPORTS TO:

    Programme Executive Director
    Departmental Chair Clinical Research

    DIRECTLY SUPERVISES:

    Monitoring staff in clinical trials facility.
    Data managers, project managers.
    Fieldworkers, nurses, clinical officers and medical officers on specific trials.

    INDIRECTLY SUPERVISES:

    None

    BUDGET AND RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY:

    Departmental budget
    Clinical research trials facilities including equipment and machinery

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Responsibility for strategic direction of the clinical trials platform.
    Planning the overall budget and setting targets for development of the platform on a yearly basis, and negotiating and agreeing the plans with the Scientific Departments Committee responsible for overall scientific strategy in the programme.
    Negotiating with prospective funders and PIs regarding proposed trials, their budgets and conduct.
    Line managing the team of Line managing the team of monitors, project managers and data managers based in CTF.
    Reviewing progress of clinical trials against internally set and contractual milestones.
    Communicating with trial sponsors to ensure compliance to applicable regulations, and applying corrective and preventive action.
    Providing input on clinical trials aspects of developing proposals and funding applications.
    Overseeing the management and governance of clinical trials conducted by the Programme including trial monitoring and study coordination.
    Coordination with regulatory affairs, surveillance and clinical service departments.
    Responsibility to ensure trials are run to a high standard and delivered on schedule.
    Membership of a Data Governance Committee and a Centre Scientific Committee.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
    Essential Requirements:

    Bachelor’s degree in medicine, science, public health or a related field.
    A PhD or post-graduate medical qualification relevant to clinical research is required.
    Experience in clinical trials or clinical research.
    Leadership experience in clinical trials, clinical research or clinical practice.
    Extensive experience in medical, business, the NGO sector, international, academic or research organizations (i.e. at minimum ten years of experience and ideally 15 to 20 years).
    Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects of >6months in duration demonstrating leadership in these projects
    Computer literacy with proficiency in hospital systems and Microsoft applications
    Experience of line management and delivery of projects with multiple external partners

    Desirable Requirements:

    Medical qualification with registration to practice as a doctor in Kenya
    Familiarity with biomedical sample collection and handling
    Regulatory experience

    COMPETENCIES:

    Evidence of supervisory ability and negotiation skills
    Evidence of an ability to operate in a federalized environment with decentralized authority.
    Strong skills in budgeting, development and oversight of project proposals, leadership of meetings, and writing skills.
    Ability to work across cultures and evidence of communications skills in that context.
    Willingness to respond within tight timelines and to cope with changing assignments.
    Excellent diagnostic, analytical and investigative skills
    Strong leadership skills and managerial ability
    Strong planning, administrative and organisation ability
    Confidentiality, integrity, patience and calm disposition
    Team working and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

  • Regional Finance Coordinator

    Regional Finance Coordinator

    JOB PURPOSE:

    Provide financial support to the regional office and support the capacity building of country office finance staff under the supervision of Regional Finance Manager.
    Maintain good relations and understanding between IRW, Regional and Country offices and finance functions on a regular basis.
    Review budget proposals, monthly financial information, consolidate reports and produce timely and accurate financial information at regional level.

    KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
    Regular liaison and engagement with Regional Team, Country Directors, Country Finance Managers, Regional Desk Coordinators and Regional Finance Manager and International Finance Manager in IRW.
    SCOPE AND AUTHORITY
    Scope of the Role:
    Focal contact point for the assigned country offices, ensure finance function at regional offices are working adequately. Trouble shoots and analyse information for independent decision making and consolidate monthly financial information accurately received from the assigned countries.
    Deal with day to day financial concerns and issues of assigned countries.
    Assist regional finance Manager to maintain strong accounting controls for all the assigned countries to have consistent and same financial standard across the board
    Overall Objectives:
    Review and process field financial data to make sure Regional consolidated financial statements are produced accurately and analysis on a timely basis for the assigned countries.
    Assist Regional Finance Manager in a busy and highly demanding environment to meet objectives and goals for each country’s financial operation, and obtain financial information on regularly basis from each assigned country. Guide and assist country offices finance teams to produce quality and accurate external and internal reporting including donor reports.
    Actively participate in provision of training and support to the assigned regional countries on financial systems and processes
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITES
    Financial & Reporting

    Assist country finance managers to produce accurate and timely submission of donor’s financial reports and minimising the risk associated with non-compliance of numerous partner regulations and IR policy and procedures
    Financially monitor each project from the regional office perspective and assist country finance managers and teams in the liquidation process
    Provide quality review and opinion on budget proposals and donor reports in respect to timely, with accuracy and its effectiveness.
    Support and take active part in the preparation of processes and procedures of budgets and reporting
    Maintain schedules, analysis and reconcile ledgers for income (cash & Non Cash/In Kind), and expenses as well as Assets for the projects on monthly basis received from assigned regional countries as well as control account with IRW books.
    Maintain up to date and accurate consolidation of financial information and upload of budget and expenses for each project in AX on a monthly basis.
    Assist regional finance Manager and assigned countries Finance Managers for the achievement of MAC (Minimum Acceptable Criteria) developed by AX team, so that AX can be introduced within country.
    Assist finance managers as and when in the inductions of newly recruited staff in the assigned countries to make sure the same standard is carried out as per required standard
    Review country offices monthly project reports and identify the areas of improvement with suggestions before submission to regional finance managers.
    Support regional finance Manager to review external audit report and management letters of the assigned countries and coordinate with assigned country Finance Managers for its reconciliations with maintained books.. Undertake any other duties and responsibilities that are consistent with the job as and when assigned by the line manager

    Compliance
    Monitor Compliance with the donor financial requirements and local country laws and provide technical support to the assigned countries and set up standards to make sure they comply with IRW financial guidelines
    Monitor that in each assigned country Finance is using the standard formats, standard chart of account, and operate on same standards across the board Guide in the external audit preparation and finalisation of each assigned country office, identification of financial risks and improvement areas in Management Advisory comments from auditors in the assigned countries.
    PERSONAL SKILLS

    Proactively promote and foster a culture in which Islamic principles, values and approaches which are adopted by Islamic Relief Worldwide are consistently respected, applied and complied with in the delivery of the country/division/unit objectives and in the conduct of its employees.
    Must pay attention to detail, concentration on all aspects of a finance task, and commitment to achieving quality results.
    Take initiative and be able to provide solutions to the problems as they arise
    Flexible in working arrangements and adaptable to new (sometimes unstructured) and stress full working environments
    Work as a team and be able to work with others in order to reach common objectives
    Define priorities in an unstructured environment, with many competing demands at same time
    Able to manage diversity and adversity, aware of and sensitive to gender issues and different cultures;
    Able to appreciate others’ points of view, to listen and be attentive; able to communicate clearly and concisely
    Assist in arranging training and provide coaching for the finance staff in the assigned countries to make sure they maintain same standard across the board
    Identify the needs of support to the countries offices, to increase their competence in preparation of financial reports, donor financial reports in line with donor reporting requirements.

    Travel
    The Regional Finance Coordinator is expected to spend a minimum of 50% of his/ her time in the East Africa regional countries for financial support as well as cover the gap in assigned countries of Finance Managers when required.
    PERSON SPECIFICATION
    It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and empathy with the Islamic values and principles as well as commitment to Islamic Relief Worldwide vision and mission.
    Essential:
    Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications

    Good management and financial accounting experience, including a pro-active approach to budget monitoring, reporting etc with 4-5 years experience.
    Degree in Accounting & Finance and intermediate professional level qualified and studying towards such as ACCA/ CIMA or any professional qualification.
    Excellent communication skills to liaison with regional assigned countries
    Advance excel skills; in designing and manipulating reports
    Ability to manage work load of multiple and remote locations, ability to think strategically
    High degree of computer literacy.
    Ability to adapt to new situations and needs.
    Ability to develop and build capacities of staff. ï‚· Ability to work as a team player in a multinational national environment.

    Desirable

    Demonstrable technical knowledge and substantial experience of donor reporting and project budgets
    Strong English communication skills (verbal as well as writing)
    Arabic and French skills (for some country portfolios only) ï‚· Experience of working in insecure environment.

  • Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

    Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

    Direct Supervisor: Project Coordinator
    Duty Station:L DolDol – Laikipia North
    Renumeration: Ksh 45,000
    Job Purpose : To work as part of the DolDol-Laikipia North programme team to implement project activities of the Improving Learning Outcomes in Laikipia  (ILOL)  Education project. M&E will be responsible for managing AET’s monitoring, evaluation and learning efforts, with a focus data collection, programmatic analysis and impact assessment.
    Role and duties:
    Specific Tasks:

    Prepare, review and update Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) plans bi-annually or when there is need as a result of changes of in project objectives/anticipated outcomes
    Work with Program Coordinator to develop quantitative and qualitative data collection tools as well as instruments in accordance with the project implementation indicators and other studies
    Maintain database for all program related data
    Ensure implementation of baseline surveys, assessments and any other evaluation exercise for various project components
    Analyze collected data using appropriate tools (STATA,SPSS, EXCEL) and generate reports useful for donors, the program and other stakeholders
    Research and collect content/stories about the project’s achievements
    Coordinate coaches monitoring activities and compile their reports on a monthly basis
    Compile monthly and quarterly analytical M&E reports in accordance with the approved reporting format
    To carry out all other reasonable duties which are necessary for the efficient running and management of the Trust

    Essential Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience and Abilities 
    Note that candidates are expected to have the majority but not all of these skills and experience. Also note that candidates must have the right to work in Kenya.
    Qualifications

    A diploma or degree with a strong foundation in either statistics, maths or economics
     Demonstrable knowledge of data analysis packages such as STATA, SPSS

    Experience

    Proof of  advanced knowledge in using statistical packages such as STATA and SPSS
    Demonstrable knowledge and experience in overseeing result based evaluation exercises

    Ability

    Strong team working and analytical skills
    Excellent written English skills
    Excellent ICT skills, especially MS Excel
    Well organised and ability to pay attention to detail
    Understanding of the maa language and culture would be an added advantage

    Special conditions
    Willingness to work in a harsh climatic conditions amongst pastoral communities

  • Technical Officer Antimicrobial Resistance, OIE Sub-Regional Representation for Eastern Africa

    Technical Officer Antimicrobial Resistance, OIE Sub-Regional Representation for Eastern Africa

    Salary: International salary package, depending on the level of qualifications and experience
    Duration: Through March 2019 – Renewable subject to funding availability
    Context:
    The UK Fleming Fund (Fund) grant supports the delivery of the OIE Strategy on Antimicrobial Resistance and the Prudent Use of Antimicrobials. The Fund also supports the OIE’s engagement in the Tripartite’s (OIE, WHO, FAO) collaborative One Health approach to build capability at national / regional level to address antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in lower and middle-income countries (LMIC). Within this framework, the OIE has identified the need to deploy additional expertise and resources at the sub-regional level to ensure the effective integration of animal health priorities within National Action Plans on AMR. The rapid scale up of activity on AMR has led to increased demand for OIE expert engagement from its 181 Member Countries. These requests include support and tools to ensure compliance with OIE standards and guidelines relating to AMR, and assistance in responding to the OIE annual survey to inform the Global Database of antimicrobial agents intended for use in animals. The increase in country and regional AMR meetings, consultations and working sessions at regional/country level has further stimulated demand for increased OIE expert engagement.
    Positioning and reporting
    Under the authority of the OIE Director General, the direct supervision of the OIE Sub-Regional Representative for Eastern Africa and in collaboration with the Science and New Technologies Department.
    Job purpose
    The Technical Officer will support implementation of the OIE Strategy on AMR at sub-regional and national levels. He/She will form part of a continental and international network of OIE staff, working on this particular subject, with colleagues in Regional and Sub-Regional Representations and the OIE Headquarters. He/She will also contribute to the overall implementation of the OIE mandate in relation to animal health and welfare in the Eastern Africa sub-region, in line with the OIE 6th Strategic Plan.
    Missions and activities
    Support OIE Member Countries in the sub-region to implement the OIE Strategy on AMR and the Prudent Use of Antimicrobials, in the frame of WHO-FAO-OIE Tripartite Agreement on One Health, and in particular provide support through regional meetings, consultations and working session to:

    Support for and development and review of National AMR Action Plans integrating a One Health approach;
    Support Regional Tripartite meetings;
    Contribute to Focal Point Seminar for Veterinary Products and promoting antimicrobial stewardship;
    Participate in scientific and other related meetings conducted at (Sub) Regional level addressing One Health AMR;
    Provide direct support to Member Countries in the filling out of questionnaires for the OIE Global Database of antimicrobial agents intended for use in animals and other surveillance activities;
    Contribute to strengthening Monitoring & Evaluation capability for reporting on AMR;
    Participate in Performance of Veterinary Services Pathway missions and WHO International Health Regulations /OIE Performance of Veterinary Services Pathway National Bridging Workshops;
    Facilitate the delivery and evaluation of OIE communications and advocacy interventions;
    Coordinate the 2018 Regional Meeting for Africa at the Second OIE Global Conference on AMR (Marrakech, Morocco, October 2018);
    Participate in other relevant events including those organised by the Fleming Fund at regional level.
    In addition, the incumbent will serve as a liaison person between the OIE Sub-Regional Representation for Eastern Africa and other agencies working on the above topics in the sub-region including the: FAO (ECTAD), WHO (AFRO), IGAD Secretariat, EAC Secretariat, ReACT Africa, US-CDC, ILRI and AU-IBAR.

    Qualifications and Experience
    Qualifications

    A degree in Veterinary Medicine or equivalent qualification (e.g. Microbiology, Animal Science, Food Science) in animal production and health sector and/or associated regulatory agencies for antimicrobial products relevant to the duties of this role;
    At least 5 years of professional experience in an international development context demonstrated at regional and national level;
    Experience of Antimicrobial Resistance and One Health interventions in the East African context;
    Demonstrated experience of strategic planning, programme management, capacity building, monitoring and evaluation and results reporting.

    Requirements

    Technical skills
    An understanding of the social and political economy at regional and national level under which sustainable One Health AMR outcomes must be delivered;
    Excellent command of English, spoken and written, including scientific report writing;
    Good command of French, both written and spoken;
    Analytical skills, statistical analysis and mapping / surveillance expertise.
    Proficiency in the use of Office (i.e. Word, Power Point, Excel).

    Additional skills

    A working knowledge of Kiswahili / and or Arabic is an advantage.
    Interpersonal skills
    Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relations and the ability to work in multi-disciplinary partnerships (e.g. The Tripartite)
    Good communication, facilitation and diplomacy skills;
    Capacity to work in a multi-cultural, national environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

    Working conditions
    Based in Nairobi with regular international travel, especially in the East Africa Region.

  • Study Coordinator

    Study Coordinator

    Job Group MR/9
    Job Description: The Study Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination of a clinical trial titled “Antibiotics for Children with Severe Diarrhea (ABCD) Trial”.

    She/he will work together with an Assistant Study Coordinator to manage the project on a day-to day basis from early stage initiation stage through study close-out.
    She/he will work with Study Investigators to prepare and submit regulatory authority documents, design and edit appropriate logs to document study-related activities, conduct internal monitoring to ensure all protocols are being followed, conduct community outreach activities, and lead regular in-house trainings.
    She/he will also manage staff members at five to six enrollment sites in western Kenya and ensure that all research processes strictly adhere to regulatory requirements.
    She/he must communicate regularly on phone and email with Nairobi and Seattle based members of the study team and lead weekly study calls.

    Qualifications

    Degree in Nursing or Public Health or Degree or Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine Nursing or Public Health with at least 5 years of experience in infectious diseases related research activities
    At least 5 years experience coordinating research studies; clinical trial experience is preferred
    Experience in coordination of multiple sites and teams
    Experience in coordinating externally monitored studies
    Be able to design, amend and implement research protocols
    Ability to manage and supervise a large and diverse team of study personnel
    Ability to communicate effectively and frequently to domestic and international supervisors in person, over the phone, on Skype, and over email.
    Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email)
    Excellent communication and organizational skills
    Able to multi-task
    Be a team player
    Highly detail oriented
    Willing and ready to travel within country on a regular basis
    Must have Certificate of good conduct
    Must have KRA Certificate of Tax compliance
    Must have Clearance Certificate from HELB
    Must have credit reference Bureau Certificate

    Responsibilities
    The clinical study coordinator will act as the primary point person for the study and will oversee all study activities including but not limited to:

    Scheduling and managing all staff members at various study sites, training new staff members including giving briefings on all operational policies and procedures; ensuring each person understands his/her role and responsibilities
    Set up and manage enrollment sites at various health facilities in Homa Bay and Migori Counties
    Act as a liason between members of hospitals, Ministry of Health, and communities including conducting regular study sensitization sessions and discussion forums
    Maintain strong relationship with study clinical sites and community groups involved
    Review and provide input on standard operating procedures
    Ensure compliance to standard operating procedures and best practices for the study
    Develop and maintain quality control and assurance checks for study procedures and data
    Attend and organize training of study procedures
    Ensure all data and adverse event forms are filled out appropriately and in a timely fashion
    Observation of study procedures to ensure adherence to protocol
    Maintenance of Trial Master File and all quality control documentation
    Responsible for all ethical and pharmacy review board applications
    Coordinate staff evaluation procedures
    Make weekly reports on the administration of the study
    Fill-in for site staff members when necessary
    Act as a liaison between site staff members and Nairobi and Seattle based study leadership through regular communication with both site staff and study leadership
    Lead weekly study calls with the leadership team in Nairobi and Seattle
    Perform other duties that may be given by the Study Investigators
    Uphold the mission and vision of KEMRI/UW Organization

    Terms Of Employment: One year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service and a probation period for the first 3 months. The successful candidate shall be based in Nyanza.
    Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI salary scales. Health Insurance Cover is provided for the staff members only.

  • Driver

    Driver

    Location: Head Office (Ruiru, Kiambu County)
    Employment Period: tbd
    Key Responsibilities

    Provide safe transportation for all passengers in the vehicle
    Respect and obey all traffic laws and also adhere to KGN vehicle policies and procedures
    Maintain daily Vehicle log record that is mileage and purpose.
    Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle both inside and outside at all times.
    Security and safety of the vehicle should also be considered.
    Transportation of project visitors and beneficiaries as required by the project management.
    Provide assistance with loading and unloading of the car.
    Perform any other duties assigned to them.

    Qualifications

    Must be at least 28 years of age with experience of at least 5 years extensive driving experience.
    Current driving license free from current endorsements and valid for all the classes of vehicles which the candidate is required to drive including a 26 seater bus.
    Accident-free record within the last four (4) years
    Valid Good conduct certificate from Kenya Police Service
    Experience in driving and familiarity through urban and rural terrain preferred.
    Demonstrated punctuality, attention to detail, professionalism, patience, good humor, flexibility, and overall positive attitude
    Thorough knowledge of driving rules and regulations and be conversant with the Road Safety Code
    Good communication and problem-solving skills.
    Oral and written English language fluency
    Flexibility and adaptability to work under pressure

  • Agricultural Field Coordinator – Siaya Agricultural Field Coordinator – Kakamega Agricultural Field Coordinator – Bungoma Agricultural Field Officer – Kakamega Agricultural Field Officer – Siaya Agricultural Field Officer – Bungoma

    Agricultural Field Coordinator – Siaya Agricultural Field Coordinator – Kakamega Agricultural Field Coordinator – Bungoma Agricultural Field Officer – Kakamega Agricultural Field Officer – Siaya Agricultural Field Officer – Bungoma

    To qualify as an Agricultural Field Coordinator, the candidate must poses the following: –
    Required Education:

    Minimum university degree in Agriculture or related fields.

    Required Experience

    At least 5 years of professional work experience in a similar position (proven project expertise on topics related to soil health) in an NGO set up.

    Required skills:

    Project co-ordination and management skills.
    Good organizational and communication skills.
    Knowledgeable in operational planning, quality control and supervision.
    Good knowledge on Project monitoring, evaluation and reporting (PMER).
    Experience in development cooperation.
    Experience working with counties.
    Excellent insight of legislative agricultural management in the country.

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  • Project Officer, Wash Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant

    Project Officer, Wash Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant

    Department Summary
    The Programs Department plays a critical role in achieving CMMB’s strategy around improving the lives of women and children,  by leading the provision of high quality programs focused on children’s and mothers’ health, and particularly in the development and implementation of our CHAMPS model. This team is also responsible for generating revenue from and partnering effectively with government(s), major foundations, and other major donors, and will help to position and enhance CMMB’s technical capacity and reputation in the field of global healthcare.
    CMMB has been working in Kenya for almost 15 years. CMMB works to ensure that the most vulnerable populations, especially mothers and children, have access to quality services in health care, health promotion and illness prevention.
    Overview
    Under the direct supervision of the CHAMPS Program Coordinator Officer The WASH Project Officer will generally oversee the implementation of Public Health and Social Aspects of WASH project in Athi ward in Kitui South sub-county.
    Responsibilities Training

     Identification of training needs and organization of the appropriate trainings for intended beneficiaries including CHVs, community leaders, school health club patrons, health care workers among others.
    Identification of key hygiene practices to be addressed in schools, health facilities and in homes and to engage the community in defining appropriate communication strategies for safe WASH practices

    Supervision

    Mobilization of the affected communities for participation in design, construction, operation, and maintenance of WASH facilities and services.
     Undertaking water quality (microbial, physical and chemical) analysis and purification of water using potable water quality kit, as per water quality technical guidelines approved by the government/WHO.
    Creation of channels for dialogue (water user committees, Parents and Teachers Associations, schools administration and county water departments to ensure appropriate technical and social interventions in order to secure outcome, impact and sustainability.

    Planning and Coordinator

    Implementation and monitoring of WASH project activities appropriate to members of the community including children and women.
    Facilitation of the Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) approach through which WASH activities can be implemented.
     Contributing towards development of the WASH program implementation approaches, strategies and the overall (CMMB Children and Mothers Partnerships (CHAMPS) strategy in Kitui.
    Ensuring technical and programmatic quality of the WASH project
     Assisting in preparation of WASH implementation plans or proposals for possible funding.
    Ensuring that program inputs are procured, handled and distributed responsibly.
    Sensitize the community both formally and informally on their role in sustainable water supply and hygiene practices.
     Assisting in the development and/or introduction of new policies, approaches, methods and practices in WASH.

    Representation and Networking

    Regularly liaise with the relevant Stakeholders including NGOs involved in water and sanitation interventions for effective implementation of project activities in the operational area

    Documentation

    Compilation of monthly activity reports for inclusion in the qualitative and quantitative reports submitted to Country Office, and contributing to the other reports as required.

    Qualifications

    You have a Bachelors’s degree in Environmental/Public Heath, Water management or related field.
    You have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in WASH program in the rural settings.
     You have excellent coordination and networking skills including liaison with WASH stakeholders.
    You have knowledge and experience working on the National Community Health Strategy.
    You have have good analytical and writing skills.
    Resource Mobilization and proposal writing experience will be added advantage.
    Experience working in hardship areas in a plus
    You have experience with report-writing
    You have experience working with an NGO
    You have experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel and have data analysis software skills
    You are comfortable working for a faith-based organization.
    You believe in CMMB, where we’re going, and what we can do together to achieve Healthier Lives Worldwide. 

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  • Agricultural Officers (Matuu and Mavindini)

    Agricultural Officers (Matuu and Mavindini)

    Positions

    Agricultural Officer based in Mavindini (Makueni County)
    Agricultural Officer based in Matuu (Machakos County)

    Position Reports to: Project Coordinator
    Position
    The HACA Agricultural Officer will support the achievement of the program’s agricultural production and marketing objectives principally through leading the program’s capacity building strategy with program partners and beneficiaries. In addition, the Agricultural Officer will oversee efforts that lead to increased and improved linkages between small farmers, farmer organizations, relevant government ministries and the private sector.
    Main tasks and responsibilities

    Farmer mobilization, recruitment and enrollment into the HACA poultry, dairy and crop production interventions (poultry, green gram, dairy)
    Set up and manage a number of chick brooders, sourcing of chicks from hatchers, and brooding the chicks to 4 weeks while administering the relevant vaccines
    Carrying out practical demonstrations relating to poultry production
    Advising farmers on group formation, construction of farm structures and equipment
    Plan and execute the best strategies in formulation of agribusiness products that will attract customers in the market especially poultry and pulses crops
    Undertake marketing of produce to ensure maximized returns and keep good relations with farmer clients
    Take lead in setting up and management of the credit management model through the farmer groups/Self Help Groups
    Dissemination of new technologies through community mobilization, sensitization and capacity building
    Participating in and organizing exhibitions, trade fairs, shows and field days for farmers
    Participating in planning and budgeting for the agribusiness component
    Collecting and collating livestock/crop data and information for gross margins, market access and planning
    Participate in various partnership and networking forums at project implementation level to share the work that HACA does as well as learn from other stakeholders
    Maintain working relations with relevant County Government line ministries (Crops and Animal Production Officers at the Ministry of Agriculture at Sub-county level), other implementing stakeholders, private sector, learning institutions among others

    Qualifications

    Diploma in a relevant field such as Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal/Crop Production
    2 years’ experience in a similar position
    Previous experience in rural set up of Kenya
    Experience and knowledge in Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) market and value chain development, agricultural service provision and farm enterprise development
    Knowledge and previous practice of MS Office (Word and Excel are essential)
    Results driven and motivated by a sense of performance excellence and urgency
    Strong communication skills in English & Kamba, both verbally and written
    Personal qualities of integrity, customer orientation and cooperation
    Being a Christian adhering to the Christian identity of Help a Child
    Full support for the vision and mission of Help a Child

  • Sponsorship Relations Supervisor

    Sponsorship Relations Supervisor

    Job description
    Summary
    Responsible for providing technical leadership for sponsorship programs in assigned areas through developing staff capacities, supporting quality growth and accountability and ensuring sponsorship service and programming standards and guidelines
    Duties/Responsibilities

    Strategic Development: Support the assigned areas with implementing strategies and proposals for acquisition and retention of sponsors. Support development and application of Sponsorship Monitoring and Reporting standards and tools for Areas/projects
    Capacity Building; Support improved capacities for staff as appropriate. Support, facilitate capacity building among staff. Support development and review of sponsorship Project Description Designs, child protection and monitoring and reporting systems. In liaison with assigned areas, identify training needs, supports training plans
    Sponsorship management. Support quality improvements in the area offices to ensure adherence to policies, and standards related to sponsorship. Responsible for overseeing performance in areas and communities as assigned to make sure that all sponsorship standards and guidelines of alignment of sponsorship and programs are being met. Conduct analysis of sponsorship information available through existing systems and databases and interpret trends and observations for management action. Generates proactive reports from the sponsorship systems, manages sponsor inquiries, and coordinates sponsor visits
    Correspondence management: Manage the quality, timeliness and inflow/outflow of correspondence between Child and Sponsor. Interpret the need/perceived need of the sponsors to the area/communities to ensure the sponsor needs are met. Provide support to the sponsorship team at AO to ensure that all child correspondence is satisfactorily processed and responded to within the set standards and ensure that IO/ IAs receive fast, efficient and comprehensive action on their requests for information
    Provide administrative support as indicated by management in analysis and use of the Sponsorship performance information and data from the area offices for program and management purposes. Maintain and update a calendar of key sponsorship activities and events. Participate in sponsorship related processes and events (e.g. the Sponsorship Forum, child counts etc.) to review the quality of sponsorship monitoring and reporting systems and tools; practices and processes; and thus contribute to continual improvements
    Monitoring and Evaluation; Together with the Programs, Finance and Quality Assurance work with various area offices in the development and utilization of agreed monitoring, evaluation, quality assurance tools and reporting procedures and to effectively improve the quality of sponsorship and programming. Monitor the implementation of Safety Net PDDs, Quality Assurance, child and benefit tracking, agreed sponsorship standards/ guidelines sponsor retention strategies, DFC management, integration of sponsorship with programs and others as arise in the financial year
    Contribute to organizational learning by supporting the documentation of critical lessons learned in sponsorship quality improvement through operational research and critical reflection activities as appropriate (for example CVS for decision making). Bring forth the expertise and the experiences of the national office in the development of common sponsorship guidelines and tools

    Required Skills

    Must be a clear, fast thinker who can define action plans and implement them
    Proven skills in data analysis using computer programs
    Ability to work in a team environment
    Outstanding written and oral communication skills in English; fluency in Swahili required
    Computer proficiency in general office software applications (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook)
    Bachelor’s or higher-level degree preferred

    Required Experience

    6 years’ experience.
    Must have a good understanding of Sponsorship Operations and Workflows, sponsorship programming, sponsorship policies and standards
    Experience in design and facilitation of training programs
    Experience and understanding of community and family care issues