Jobs Kenya

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  • Temporary Research Officer

    Temporary Research Officer

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Engaging with community members to raise awareness about the WEMA project, its objectives and the importance of their participation.
    Identify and recruit participants for the study, ensuring a diverse and representative sample from the community.
    Conducting interviews, focus group discussions, and surveys with community members to gather qualitative and quantitative data related to the project’s objectives.
    Ensure data is collected accurately and ethically, adhering to the project’s protocols and guidelines.
    Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and other engagement activities to discuss the project’s findings, gather feedback, and encourage ongoing community involvement.
    Act as a liaison between the research team and the community, ensuring clear and effective communication.
    Monitoring the progress of community engagement activities and report any challenges, successes, or observations to the project leadership team.
    Assist in the documentation of community feedback and its integration into the project’s ongoing development.
    Participate in the preliminary analysis of data collected from the community, offering insights and interpretations that consider the local context.
    Collaborate with the research team in the preparation of reports, presentations, and publications based on community engagement findings.
    Support capacity-building efforts within the community, helping to empower local members to actively participate in the research process and understand the implications of the study’s findings.
    Work alongside local leaders, NGOs, and other stakeholders to foster a supportive environment for the project’s objectives.
    Help to maintain positive relationships with all project stakeholders, ensuring that community needs and perspectives are adequately represented.

    Qualifications and Experience

    Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Public Policy, Political Science and Community Development.
    A master’s degree in a relevant field such as Social Sciences, Public Policy, Political Science, Community Development, or a related discipline would be an added advantage.
    Proven experience in community engagement, particularly within participatory research settings. The officer should have a background in working directly with community members, ideally in the design, implementation, or facilitation of participatory methodologies.
    Strong understanding of qualitative research methodologies, with particular emphasis on participatory approaches. Familiarity with qualitative data collection and analysis techniques, especially within community-based research, is highly advantageous.
    Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. The ability to facilitate workshops effectively and engage with community members, stakeholders, and researchers is essential. Proficiency in presenting qualitative findings in an accessible way would further support community understanding and involvement.

    Apply via :

    aphrc.org

  • Program Manager, LIFT NK – Turkana

    Program Manager, LIFT NK – Turkana

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Program Planning and Implementation
    Technical Guidance on Climate Resilience, NRM and Green Entrepreneurship in Turkana
    Data Management and Monitoring
    Collaboration, Learning and Adapting
    Staff Management and Capacity Development
    Reporting
    Representation/Advocacy/Engagement/Communications
    Program Growth and Development

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s degree in international development, Economics, Business, Development, Natural Resource Management, Environmental studies and Climate change or a related field required from a recognized institution. Master’s degree in a relevant field desired.
    Minimum 5 years managing Climate and NRM related livelihood and community development projects.
    Knowledge of Poverty Graduation Approaches an added advantage.
    Certification in Project Management Training (desired)
    Excellence interpersonal, oral and written communication and negotiation skills, including expert command of English grammar and AP style.
    Strong analytical and organizational skills.
    Excellent computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet, remote conferencing applications. Salesforce experience is a plus.
    Experience within the region and understanding of local dynamics highly preferred.
    Experience in change management in growing organizations.
    Strong analytical and report writing skills.

    Apply via :

    boma.careers.flair.hr

  • Sustaining Defenders: Programme Intern

    Sustaining Defenders: Programme Intern

    The position carries a general supportive role to the Sustaining Defenders Portfolio with specific obligations towards data entry and management of the portfolio’s data systems, whilst acting as the initial interface with grantee partners in providing prompt and suitable communication correspondences to applicants, partners, allies and friends of the Fund.

    Specific Responsibilities.

    Acknowledging, populating and assigning grant requests.
    Responding to grant inquiries made to the Fund in consultation with the supervisor and the SD Portfolio team.
    Sending out decision details of reviewed grants for example, grant declines.
    Organizing and participating in due diligence and capacity-strengthening meetings with grantee partners.
    Providing logistics support in organizing events including convenings and webinars.
    Providing support in organizing outreach and networking missions.
    Data entry of all inquiries and requests in the grant-making database.
    Support the Sustaining Defenders: Programme Manager in organizing portfolio meetings.
    Support in conducting research and documentation of key contextual issues
    Support in developing periodical reports including responding to queries arising from grant matrices and other spaces related to the Portfolio
    Providing analyzed thematic data, and trends analysis for the Sustaining Defenders Portfolio
    Carrying out research for outreach missions and other events.
    Where applicable, provide language translation of grant requests and communication material within all UAF-Africa Programmes
    Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

    Qualifications

    Degree in Social Sciences, Women’s Studies, Political Sciences, International Development, Law or related fields.

    Skills and Experience

    At least 2 years experience in project management providing administrative, analytical, and technical support.
    Demonstrate high levels of integrity and confidentiality.
    Excellent organisational skills (including organising processes) and ability to multitask.
    Excellent written and verbal communications in English. French is a plus.
    Good time management skills and ability to produce quality work with minimal supervision.
    Ability to organise oneself and complete assignments on time.
    Understanding of the Feminist and women’s human rights sector required.
    Teamwork and ability to work in a diverse team.
    An understanding of gender equality and womn’s rights issues, particularly in Africa.
    Demonstrated understanding of a feminist political analysis and familiar with feminist movement building.
    Passionate about UAF-Africa’s mission, committed to teamwork, and achieving results
    Ability to perform detailed work, frequently and/or to handle a large volume of work systematically, optimally, and accurately.
    Able to identify project needs, develop a detailed timeline for completion, oversee schedules, and milestone management.
    Ability to organise, categorise, and synthesize information from a range of datasets existent within and outside the Fund.
    Ability to contribute on a team and coordinate assignments to achieve common goals.
    Excellent interpersonal, public speaking, writing, and negotiation skills.
    Flexibility and willingness to travel on the African continent and beyond as and when required.
    Experience working in a virtual work environment is an added advantage.

    Apply via :

    uafahrrec.peopleshr.com

  • Digital Communications Associate

    Digital Communications Associate

    Responsibilities

    The Digital Communications Associate is a member of the Mawazo Communications Team and will report to the Communications Lead. This position includes but is not limited to the following duties:

    Content Creation, Scheduling/ Account Management

    Support in the development of content for the newsletter, annual report, articles, blog posts, think pieces, etc. 
    Work with the communications team to align social media efforts with the overall communication strategies/plans.
    Create innovative and impactful written social media content, tailored across Mawazos social media channels including X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Tik Tok. 
    Working with the Programmes team, curate timely and relevant social media content from the Fellows and Alumni by identifying opportunities and drafting posts that align with the UN international/Africa days campaigns and Mawazo’s broader aims and objectives.
    Work with the in-house designer to support the creation of multimedia content (graphics, reels, infographics) to enhance engagement across various platforms.
    In collaboration with the Comms team, collect insights and testimonials from blog posts and research papers authored by Fellows and Alumni for sharing on social media.
    Plan and schedule regular pre-approved content on the social media management tool for all the relevant social media platforms to ensure consistent communication regarding Mawazo and all other related events.
    Collaborate with the Mawazo team for events that require social media engagement including conferences 
    Provide comprehensive social media support during Mawazo events (planning and delivery).
    Ensure that the Mawazo website is up to date especially monitoring and updating the Press Release page, the Events page, and the Gallery
    Ensure accuracy, high quality and consistency in social media messaging and branding, safeguarding the reputation of Mawazo.

    Online Community Engagement.

    Develop and implement strategies to engage with followers, including tagging/mentioning relevant stakeholders, reposting/sharing/retweeting and responding to comments/messages in a timely manner.
    Identify key stakeholders’ social media accounts related to African research, development, feminism, research and higher learning institutions, and the larger research ecosystem to seed content, target them with Mawazos content, and build relationships as potential partners who can amplify our messages and reach a broader, targeted audience.
    Engage and build relationships with critical stakeholders in the feminism and research ecosystem to help us drive engagement across social platforms, grow our social presence and develop deeper relationships with our existing online community and new audiences. This will include but not limited to fostering discussions, participating in conversations, and encouraging user-generated content.
    Begin and steer online conversations pertaining to Mawazo’s values and goals to cement Mawazo’s reputation as a leader in the field.

    Monitoring and Reporting.

    Monitor social media for relevant conversations, particularly in feminism and the research ecosystem, to identify opportunities for innovative engagement and storytelling that showcase the value of Mawazo’s work.
    Monitor Mawazo’s social media accounts, responding to comments, messages and mentions in a timely and professional manner.
    Address social media related queries, and work with the communications team to proactively spot and resolve or escalate issues such as negative comments and misinterpretation of our communications activity.
    Track, analyse, and provide monthly reports on social media metrics to evaluate content performance, using insights to recommend improvements in engagement and reach while assisting the communications team in adjusting strategies accordingly.

    Qualifications.

    Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or a related field.
    Proven experience in managing social media accounts for organisations or campaigns; experience in academia is a plus.
    Strong writing skills with an ability to create engaging content tailored for different audiences.
    Familiarity with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) is preferred but not mandatory.
    Social media strategist using social media for brand awareness and impressions; 
    Excellent knowledge of Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and TikTok and their back end and other social media best practices including SEO and web traffic metrics; 
    Knowledge of analytics tools for measuring social media performance is essential.
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
    Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
    Creative thinking coupled with problem-solving abilities.
    Basic written and spoken French is ideal but not a requirement

    If you are the right candidate for this position, kindly submit your application with a detailed CV and Cover Letter to recruiting@mawazoinstitute.org on or before Friday 22nd November 2024 by 11:59 PM EAT. The subject line should read ‘Digital Communications Associate application – [INSERT YOUR NAME].’

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    recruiting@mawazoinstitute.org

  • Regional Sales Manager | Commercial

    Regional Sales Manager | Commercial

    Reporting to the National Sales Manager, the Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for two critical roles within the region of operation: managing and guiding the area sales managers to meet the regional targets and managing partner relationships within the region. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills who can balance regional sales management and account relationship management to enhance business growth. 

    Your role involves understanding the region’s unique needs, identifying new business opportunities and developing strategies to optimize the opportunities, managing and growing relationships with partners, driving customer and partner satisfaction, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring effective project and team management within the region.
    You’ll be in charge of:

    Setting and achieving regional volume and revenue targets for all products
    Monitoring and analyzing sales performance and conducting competitive analysis and market trends to inform strategy.
    Serve as the key contact person for partners within the region to nurture and maintain long-term strategic partner relationships
    Building the business within the region by identifying and implementing new business development opportunities and working with internal teams to develop tailored solutions 
    Develop customized partner sales plans to drive sales through their channels
    Handling high-level negotiations and resolving issues promptly to enhance both customer and partner satisfaction to maximize revenue and market penetration
    Team management through documented performance and progress reviews to track milestones, identifying areas of improvement to maximize team output
    Overseeing regional budgeting and cost management, including Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) while ensuring budget efficiency and resource optimization across the region and preparing management reports.
    Leading client relations and project management for productive systems, ensuring alignment with the NSM and Productive Systems Sales Manager.
    Coordinate with the marketing team to ensure regional sales strategies are supported and aligned with the overall company objectives 

    More about YOU:

    Possess a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Commerce, or any relevant course. 
    Overall 8 years of sales experience in rural selling in related fields like solar, Agri-inputs, and regenerative technologies with a proven track record of success
    Specific 5 years experience in managing a region with a team of 5+ direct reports towards Growth & Success.
    Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
    Proven experience in sales and team management, ideally within a regional or multi-location context.
    Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills.
    Experience in selling to farmers before and passionate about improving their lives, while maintaining a close network of relationships (leads) and satisfied existing clients.
    Proven experience in driving growth through direct sales and partnerships.
    Analytical skills to make data-driven decisions and an entrepreneurial mind. 
    Proficiency in digital operating systems such as the G-suite and other relevant CRM systems 
    A valid driving license
    Knowledge of the renewable energy sector will give an added advantage

    Apply via :

    sistemaaccount.bamboohr.com

  • Individual Consultancy to Conduct an In-depth Analysis of Female Genital Mutilation in Kenya Hub Management and Investment Portfolio Specialist, WomenX Collective, Innovation Unit, Office of the Executive Director, Nairobi, Kenya, P-4

    The Position:

    The Individual Consultancy to Conduct an In-depth analysis of Female Genital Mutilation in Kenya  will work under the direct supervision of the Population Data Specialist UNFPA Kenya in consultation with the UNFPA Gender Advisor. Technical officers from UNFPA, the Anti FGM Board and the State Department for Gender and Affirmative Action will review and provide inputs to the reports and the policy briefs. 

    Job Purpose:

    UNFPA is seeking services of an individual consultant to conduct an in-depth analysis of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Kenya that will provide evidence on the factors associated with the rise or decline of the FGM practice in the country. Additionally, the consultant will develop a brief on the key finding of the analysis for policy advocacy.

    You would be responsible for:

    Desk review: Conduct desk review of published and grey literature and data on FGM. This will provide the background and factors that have been found to contribute to the increase or decrease in FGM at national level, sub-national level and within different communities.
    Data analysis: Examine and analyze data from all KDHS reports 1989-2022) and all available administrative and project data on FGM. The data will be synthesized and triangulated to provide accurate inference that will be used to inform policy review. 
    Develop high-quality knowledge products: 

    A comprehensive analytical report: Deliver a detailed report with findings, data visualizations, and actionable recommendations on FGM in Kenya.
    A policy brief on key findings with recommendations for policy and programme interventions. 

    The outline of the two documents will be agreed with UNFPA to ensure comprehensive coverage of the areas of focus and content as well as ensuring that the content aligns with the intended audience.

    The scope of work and expected deliverables include: 

    The consultant will deliver the following products during the consultancy period:

    Inception report: The report will detail the consultant’s understanding of the proposed assignment; provide detailed methodology of undertaking the review of literature and data collection and analysis; and a proposed outline of both the report and the policy brief.
    A Draft analytical report: A detailed report with findings, data visualizations, and actionable recommendations on FGM in Kenya.
    A presentation to the UNFPA technical team on the draft report.
    A final analytical report: Final report incorporating inputs and comments from UNFPA review and other technical reviews.
    A policy brief on key findings with recommendations for policy and programme interventions.

    Consultancy duration: 24 days to be accomplished on or before 16 December, 2024

    Qualifications and Experience: 

    Education:  

    Masters degree in any of the following areas: Gender and Development,  Demography/population studies, Sociology, social sciences, Public Health.

    Knowledge and Experience: 

    10 years of experience in gender programming with a strong emphasis on FGM and/or other harmful practices.
    Demonstrated expertise in quantitative data analysis, particularly in gender related data. 
    Excellent analytical, report writing and communication skills.
    Experience working with UNFPA or other UN agencies is an asset. 

    Languages: 

    Fluent in written and spoken English and  Kiswahili

    Other requirement 

    The consultant will be expected to undertake some mandatory courses (if not done previously) such as Security (BESAFE), Fraud and Corruption Awareness and Prevention-Anti-Fraud, the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA).

    Required Competencies: 

    Values:

    Exemplifying integrity, 
    Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, 
    Embracing cultural diversity, 
    Embracing change

    Core Competencies: 

    Achieving results,
    Being accountable,
    Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
    Thinking analytically and strategically,
    Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,

    Closing date: 20 Nov 2024

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  • Epidemiologist, Research Associate, Malaria and NTD Analytics and Surveillance, Anglophone Africa

    Overview of Role

    CHAI is seeking a highly motivated individual with public health experience and analytical skills to work with CHAI’s global, regional and country teams, as well as with government counterparts to assess, design, and scale-up disease surveillance systems; conduct epidemiological analysis, monitor and evaluate the success of ongoing efforts to reduce disease burden in relevant geographies; and translate results for decision-makers. The individual will collaborate with a diverse team based across multiple countries across East, West and Central Africa, with a focus on Nigeria, Kenya, Ethiopia and Uganda, as well as with government programs, academic partners and public health agencies. The successful candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills; be imaginative, pragmatic, and innovative in applying epidemiological expertise to improve real-world health programs; work independently to drive implementation; and have deep personal commitment to producing results.

    Base location is flexible to countries in which CHAI operates in Africa, subject to country leadership approval.

    Implement surveillance projects related to disease (malaria and NTD) epidemiology, intervention, commodity and entomology, as required;
    Provide direct support to analytics workstreams including conducting high-quality epidemiological analyses to evaluate effectiveness of current interventions, understand disease patterns, and inform strategic planning related to malaria within the region;
    Support the rollout and monitor the performance of existing and new surveillance processes and platforms for improved data collection, reporting, data management, automated analysis and data visualization e.g. using dashboards;
    Help cultivate a culture of data use within disease programs by strengthening the quality, use and analysis of epidemiological, entomological, and programmatic data by the malaria program to inform country strategy planning and program implementation;
    Support institutionalization of data reviews at all levels, including the development and use of data collection tools and dashboards (e.g., Tableau, DHIS2, etc.);
    Contribute to the formulation of relevant disease program documents including but not limited to surveillance guidelines and SOPs, M&E plans, lessons learned documents and operational manuals;
    Design, implement, analyze, and disseminate operational research projects related to surveillance, intervention effectiveness, and entomology;
    Provide technical support, training and ad-hoc programmatic support to staff members involved in surveillance activities such as data quality assurance and management, monitoring and evaluation of existing activities, outbreak detection and responses, surveillance system evaluation, integration of health management information system, and study implementation;
    Synthesize results, translate them to national and sub-national government partners to support evidence-based decision-making, and disseminate findings through high-quality presentations, reports, and publications internally and externally at international venues;
    Represent CHAI at external technical meetings with local academic and technical partners;
    Develop and maintain strong working relationships with country teams, key stakeholders across government, non-governmental organizations, and academic institutions, with support from senior research associate and technical advisor;
    Any other tasks.
    Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology or related field;
    2 years of working experience with increasing levels of responsibility and leadership, including in program management;
    Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, execute, and monitor multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables;
    Knowledge of malaria, NTD and/or other major global infectious disease problems;
    Experience in monitoring and evaluation of surveillance systems and/or public health programs;
    Familiarity with disease surveillance and strengthening information systems;
    Familiarity with data entry, data management, epidemiological analysis and statistical analysis using statistical software (R, STATA and/or other relevant software);
    Enthusiasm for applying research methods to solve global health problems, focusing on malaria and/or other major global infectious disease concerns;
    Experience working and communicating with government officials and other external partners;
    High levels of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet applications;
    Ability to work independently in remote and unstructured settings, and to adapt to new environments and challenges;
    Ability to collaborate and operate as part of a multicultural team;
    Exceptional written and oral communication skills;
    Willingness to travel (50% of time);
    Fluent in English.

    Advantages

    Experience working in fast-paced, output-oriented environments;
    Experience living or working in resource-limited settings, especially in Africa;
    Experience working with a decentralized team;
    Experience in programming (e.g., Python, JavaScript), working with surveillance platforms (e.g. DHIS2), data collection tools (e.g. ODK and Survey CTO) and/or data visualization applications (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI, Metabase).

    Apply via :

    careers-chai.icims.com

  • Programme Officer – Shayiri Project

    The Programme Officer will support the project by managing planned activities and maintaining relationships with our implementing partners, including United Disabled Persons of Kenya (UDPK), Sustainable Agriculture Foundation – Africa (SAF-A), and East Africa Breweries Limited (EABL), among other key stakeholders such as relevant government departments.
    Responsibilities

    Work with the Senior Programme Manager to coordinate the quality implementation of planned project activities and ensure timely sharing of lessons learned by the project partners.
    Manage all aspects of the project cycle with the implementing partners, including effective planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, financial and project asset management, reporting, and documentation.
    Liaise and work with Sightsavers Global Technical Leads (Disability Inclusion, Gender Inclusion, and Economic Empowerment), MERL, and other internal experts as required.
    Participate in the design and implementation of the project’s monitoring and evaluation framework.
    Review project partner funding agreements and ensure they are up to date.
    Build effective relationships with project partners and support longer-term relationships beyond the duration of the Shayiri Project by disseminating information and advocating for the project’s goals and the consortium’s work in general.
    Support project partners to identify their own technical and organisational capacity building needs and facilitate access to technical assistance resources and opportunities.
    Promote shared learning and collaboration between project partners by facilitating networking and periodic review meetings.
    Support project partners in the preparation of budgets and periodic forecasts, and monitor expenditure of project financial resources in liaison with the Finance Officer and the Senior Programme Manager.
    Be proactive in providing good quality information on case studies and interesting news stories relating to the programme to support the preparation of fundraising and advocacy materials.

    Skills and Experience

    The Programme Officer is a highly organised and proactive individual with a strong background in project management and partnership building. The Programme Officer excel in coordinating and implementing project activities, managing relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring the highest quality standards in project delivery. With a keen eye for detail, and effectively manages financial resources, supports capacity building for partners, and promotes shared learning and collaboration. The ability to liaise with internal and external experts, coupled with their commitment to advocacy and communication, ensures the successful execution and visibility of the project.

    Jobholder Requirements

    Essential:

    A tertiary qualification (Bachelor’s degree or above) in social sciences or development studies.
    Significant experience in implementing projects, including experience in disability inclusion and gender mainstreaming.
    Experience in agribusiness-based interventions, working with relevant government departments/ministries.
    Experience in working with devolved County Government departments.
    Experience in providing technical assistance to partner organisations.
    Experience in designing and implementing data collection strategies and analysing data in MS Excel.
    Ability to travel to project implementation sites in Narok County.

    Desirable:

    Previous experience of working for a donor-funded intervention.
    Familiarity with national legislation and policies in the field of disability, inclusion, and agribusiness.
    Experience in designing, managing, and carrying out advocacy work for social inclusion/disability projects.
    Knowledge of current issues and best practices in disability, UNCRPD, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and employment.

    Apply via :

    careers.sightsavers.org

  • National Consultant for the Development of One Step CEO CEO Endorsement Request Package for Costa Rica CBIT II Project Policy Brief Development Consultant, UN-REDD AFF Project Environment and Social Safeguards Management Specialist

    Specific tasks and responsibilities:

    For the project’s CEO, the national consultant will work closely with the international consultant, providing technical inputs on climate transparency and climate change issues as needed. The national consultant will also be responsible for the following tasks:
    Obtaining Baseline Information: Collecting relevant data and information to establish a comprehensive baseline for the project, including:
    Key national policies, strategies, regulations, and laws related to mobility, energy, and climate change.
    Identification of key stakeholders involved in the project.
    Compilation of a table outlining potential co-financing sources.
    Overview of key current and planned government projects and actions relevant to the project.
    Gathering information on gender considerations. – Collecting social safeguard information.
    Designing and Implementing the Stakeholder Engagement Plan for the PPG phase of the project:
    Organizing and leading scoping/stakeholder consultation workshops and validation workshops, including preparation of the respective reports i.) Designing Stage A: – Participate in virtual meetings with the counterpart to discuss the scope, expectations, and guidelines from the government and GEF. – Deliver at least one draft of the stakeholder engagement plan for review by the counterpart, incorporating feedback to improve the design as necessary.
    Once consensus is reached, finalize the stakeholder engagement plan for implementation. ii.)Implementing and Leading the Stakeholder Engagement Process according to the approved plan:
    Coordinate and lead virtual (or in-person, if feasible) meetings with ten key stakeholders identified as having significant importance and influence on the project.
    Organize and facilitate virtual focus groups with key sectors, including academia, finance, and government, to gather insights and perspectives.
    Coordinate and lead in-person meetings during the UNEP mission to the country to collect feedback on the project design and secure institutional support.
    Lead a large in-person workshop with the most important stakeholders to inform and validate the project’s design prior to submission.
    Preparing an Input Package: Compiling an input package of information pertinent to the baseline/situation analysis, which will include support for the gender assessment and the analysis of environmental and social safeguard screening.
    Assisting in the revision of the entire CEO document to ensure it accurately reflects the national context and aligns with local regulations and standards.
    Supplying additional information for the project as required by the UNEP Task Manager, the International Consultant, and the country stakeholders.
    Supporting the Ministry with Co-Financing Letters: Assisting the Ministry in preparing, requesting, and following up on co-financing letters necessary for the project.

    Qualifications/special skills

    ACADEMIC – Advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: environmental studies, renewable energy, environment, economics, development, engineering, finance and administration, international cooperation or a related discipline is required or a related discipline is required;
    A first level degree with additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree;
    Minimum of five (5) years of experience in working in the field of Climate Change in Latin America and the Caribbean is required;
    Experience working in Costa Rica, knowledge of Chile’s institutional setting and framework, Chile’s public policies, and experience working with Chile’s institutional actors, is required.
    Experience in working with or for multilateral or bilateral funding entities in the field of climate change, energy, environment or development is desirable.
    Experience in developing projects or policies related to climate change mitigation or adaptation is desirable;
    Experience in designing and implementing stakeholder consultation processes for projects and/or public policies is desirable;
    Good communication skills to manage/interact with government representatives and people inside and outside of the project team is desirable.

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  • Field Program Officer Program Associate Senior Manager, Food Safety & Quality Assurance

    Position Overview:

    The Field Program Officer will be responsible for supporting day-to-day operations across 11  kitchens within their region. Reporting to the Program Associate, the Field Program Officer will ensure that kitchens adhere to operational standards, collect and report key data, and support kitchen staff in achieving daily meal targets. This role requires regular field visits, close interaction with kitchen teams, and timely resolution of operational issues.

    Our Values

    At Food for Education, our values are guiding principles that provide us with purpose and direction and set the tone for our interactions with all stakeholders:

    Build with excellence and curiosity – We’re not afraid to try new things and iterate as much as we can to find the best and most efficient way to get results;
    Be the change you seek – We acknowledge that continuous improvement is a shared responsibility;
    We do what we say; and say what we do – We embrace an ownership mentality;
    Ask why; and commit- Share openly and question respectfully and commit fully. When we understand the why, we are able to work with a purpose.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Ensuring production centres are opened at the specified time across the different regions.
    Monitor and enforce staff member adherence to standard operating procedures.
    Reviewing the daily projections and guiding the cooks to ensure minimal wastage.
    Ensure cooks record quantities of the raw ingredients used daily , track energy and water consumption per center.
    Ensuring meals ( uji and food) are prepared daily according to the procedures set.
    Ensure all the reports are shared daily with the program analyst latest by noon each day
    Record and monitor consumption of raw ingredients and consumables to ensure that centers do not run out of ingredients
    Coordinate the distribution of supplies and equipment to schools, ensuring accurate documentation and asset maintenance.
    Monitor the utilization of AppSheet for stock management, monitor daily projections and consumption by the cooks, and ensure data is accurate and promptly updated.
    Carry out monthly stock takes in their respective centres of designation for operations and finance reconciliations
    Conduct regular spot checks at designated kitchens and schools to uphold operational standards, identify areas for improvement, and resolve deviations promptly.
    Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure program synergy and optimization.
    Conduct training, refresher courses, and mentorship activities for kitchen staff on data accuracy and operational excellence.
    Organise community engagement sessions in collaboration with the community team to foster support for the School Feeding Programme.
    Escalate any issues arising in a timely manner and follow up on resolutions in assigned production centres and schools.
    Perform any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

    Desired Candidate Profile:

    Diploma or Certificate in Data, Project Management, Business, Food and Nutrition, or a related field.
    At least one year of work experience in any sector.
    Proficiency in data management and familiarity with tools like MS Excel.
    Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
    Ability to manage multi-site operations, ensure SOP compliance, conduct stocktakes, and collaborate with stakeholders.
     Familiarity with food safety standards
    Quick learner with strong adaptability.

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