Company Type: Sector in NGO

Child Protection and Safeguarding Coordinator

Position Summary:
The project, Educate Girls, End Poverty- Transition (EGEP-T) is being implemented by a consortium led by Relief International and funded by DFID. EGEP-T is implemented in 258 primary & secondary schools across Somalia & Somaliland. Apart from leading the consortium, RI is implementing the project in 89 MoE & HE schools in Puntland. The overall purpose is to enroll more girls in school, inspire them to stay in school, improve their learning level, and make sure they graduate with the knowledge necessary to break the cycle of poverty. The Child Protection and Safeguarding Coordinator is expected to play a key role in this project, both in relation to the development and implementation of work-plans, technical quality and effective coordination & liaison with relevant stakeholders within and beyond the education sector ensuring the results of girls’ education in general & EGEP-T in specific in Puntland are achieved as per the project outline.
As part of the Program Management Unit (PMU) of EGEP-T program, the Child Protection and Safeguarding Coordinator will work closely with the implementing partners i.e. ADRA and CISP, and RI staff at various levels & locations as well as other key stakeholders to provide technical & programmatic leadership in ensuring child protection commitments & requirements, and safeguarding principles are met by various stakeholders involved in the implementation of the EGEP-T programme across Somalia/Somaliland. Further, engagement with Ministries of Education (MoEs) in mainstreaming Child Protection in various policies and strategies will be an added dimension of this job.
Child Safeguarding
The role holder will have direct contact with girls & boys and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. ten days in one month or more or overnight) because of the nature of work.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties:
Ensure that all EGEP-T partners have a set of child protection policy and strategy & guidelines in place
Review & follow up the CPP Self-Audit reports of all the partners regularly (at least quarterly) and provide timely feedback
Provide technical support in Child Protection to staff and volunteers (of the consortium partners) implementing and/or engaged in implementation of EGEP-T
Provide leadership on EGEP-T and RI’s programming with children especially girls in education sector
Ensure agreed global as well as programmatic quality standards are met in all interventions
Building capacity of RI and partners’ staff in child protection action planning & establishment/ revitalisation of relevant CP structures and mechanisms on the ground e.g. child protection committees, referral pathways etc.
Support child protection committees to be active and linked with other community based structures
Building capacity of partners and RI staff on Child Protection monitoring, referral and skills in dealing with children
Engage with relevant state agencies through a phased capacity building approach to establish necessary CP mechanisms and structures
Maintain strong relationships with other CP actors e.g. UNICEF, Save the Children etc.
Help to ensure Standard Operating Procedures to refer cases for child protection and GBV are used by RI and partners’ staff
Uses results from the Monitoring , Evaluation, Accountability and Learning systems to inform current and future interventions
Capacity Building
Manage a child protection team supporting them in their professional growth and development
Identify learning and training opportunities for RI and EGEP-T Partner agency staff and work as a mentor and role model for less experienced staff.
Representation & Advocacy & Organizational Learning
Ensure that EGEP-T work is coordinated with efforts of other agencies and Government, and take a leadership role within Interagency Coordination forums, ensuring the specific needs of children are being addressed. This may involve taking the lead in the Child Protection Sub-Working Group and/or task forces.
Ensure lessons learned and good practice are documented and communicated to shape in-country strategies and program approaches, and contribute to broader sector learning
Influence policy and practices and represent EGEP-T at national forums, working groups and other co-ordination and liaison meetings with partners, donors and government.
Document lessons learned for wider dissemination.
In collaboration with senior programme staff, develop child protection advocacy plans and support advocacy activities that target decision-makers at all levels.
Identify opportunities and material to contribute to communications and media work, acting as a spokesperson when required.
General
Comply with RI policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.
Qualifications & Requirements:
University degree in Social Work, Education or any relevant area
Practical experience in the field of child protection
Understanding of and working experience in fragile and conflict affected contexts and/or with people/children
Ability to identify the main gaps in child protection in the given context to inform a holistic response for children
Commitment to and understanding of child rights, RI’s aims, values and principles and humanitarian standards as Sphere Charter and Code of Conduct.
Good knowledge of and experience in using established inter-agency standards and guidelines in child protection, such as the Inter-agency Guidelines on Unaccompanied Children.
Experience in capacity building and in strengthening various duty bearers understanding of and response to child protection
Self-awareness and proven ability to operate successfully in different cultural environments
Ability to achieve results and maintain consistent high standards of professional behavior and achievement, including when working alone
Good team leader and team member skills, including the ability to be part of and organize, support, manage and develop a team
Ability to communicate and maintain appropriate and productive relations with a range of actors, including children, parents, local and national authorities in political and militarily sensitive environments
Experience of working with partners and in participatory approaches
Ability to manage stress, flexible and accommodating in difficult and frustrating working circumstance
Computer literate
RI Values:
We would like to share Relief International’s Values with you.
We uphold the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence. We affirmatively engage the most vulnerable communities.
We value:
Inclusiveness
Transparency and Accountability
Agility and Innovation
Collaboration
Sustainability

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chp.tbe.taleo.net

November 13, 2024
Social Inclusion and Gender Co-ordinator

Purpose of the Job
To lead the social inclusion and gender component of Send a Cow Kenya (SACK), contributing to the development and delivery of a high quality SACK programme that has a commitment to ensure that poor and vulnerable people are at the forefront of its work. He/she will aim to ensure women and men as well as the elderly, young people, people living with disability, HIV benefit equally from SAC’s development efforts. The Social Inclusion and Gender Coordinator will in liaison working with SAC(UK) group participate in reviewing/amending current policies, indicators and working practices, as well as contributing to the shaping of new approaches.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic input and advice on social inclusion and gender across the work of Send a Cow (K) and work within the country programme objectives to ensure that social inclusion and gender equality is mainstreamed throughout all projects
Work closely with PM and Research and Impact team to ensure all community assessments undertaken look at all aspects of social inclusion and identify key issues within each supported community
Support and contribute to new project ideas and the development of new projects and ensure social inclusion and gender issues are addressed appropriately in project design
Collaboratively formulate implementation strategies and training modules that enables programme engagement within the wider communities outside of the self-help group model including piloting and evaluating interventions at community level to complement and enhance the Self Help group (SHG) approach.
Work with all members of the SACK programme to coordinate and maximize efficiency of projects activities that enable social inclusion and gender equality.
Build the capacity of project staff and implementing partners including Peer farmer trainers (PFTs) to enable them help participating families, groups and communities develop a shared vision.
Work with Send a Cow staff and partners to train selected diverse groups in group management, group dynamics, record keeping, leadership skills, governance, conflict resolution, constitution, internal monitoring, savings & credit schemes and networking etc. and the use of appropriate methods/approaches for different categories.
Support project participants especially women to raise their aspirations beyond subsistence farming.
Work with projects implementers to help project participants work out how best to share workload and decision-making to achieve their vision.
Undertake analytical and advocacy work and have responsibility for management of networks and partnerships which deliver specific measures.
Ensure the achievements of objectives and results set out in the Country Strategy by leading on the development, coordination, implementation and monitoring of social inclusion and gender especially ensuring focus on people with disability and women’s economic empowerment is advanced.
Provide advice on appropriate social inclusion and gender indicators in the performance measurement framework and support staff in the monitoring and reporting of programme results/outputs and objectives against agreed indicators to ensure programme is on track.
Support, PFTs, partners and other collaborators to internalise Send a Cow values and projects implementation model
Research and share relevant information with all the members of the SAC programme on an ongoing basis
Support and contribute to proposals, fundraising and public engagement activities as required
Lead within the social inclusion and gender component in organizing and managing logistics of meetings, project workshops, tours, or other activities as required.
Work closely with SAC Group(UK) staff on all aspects of social inclusion and contribute to meetings and organisation thinking and learning from the field
Undertake specific additional responsibilities from time-to-time, as may be agreed upon with the line manager
Person Specifications
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL
Undergraduate qualification in rural sociology or equivalent from a recognised institution
DESIRABLE
A post graduate degree in gender women’s economic empowerment or rural livelihoods or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

Minimum of 3 years relevant
work experience managing a gender and social inclusion portfolio
Experience in project cycle appraisal, management and monitoring
Evidence of good analytical and problem solving skills
Comfortable working within a multidisciplinary, multi-cultural team
Experience of using the internet to undertake research
Experience of delivering projects, effective report writing and meeting deadlines
Proven experience of generating impact at community level as well as SHG level.

DESIRABLE
Experience of working in an NGO or similar organisation
Experience of writing or participating in successful proposals
Creative eye for producing fundraising materials
Understanding of different types of charity funding and different types of donors

To apply you are asked to :

Apply via :

applications@sendacow.org

November 13, 2024
PE Teacher/Trainer ECD & P1 Teacher

PE Teacher/Trainer Job Responsibilities
Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
Develop schemes of work and lesson plans, while establishing and communicating clear objectives for all learning activities
Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
Prepare for PE lessons and be able to use relevant resources to support instruction and exercise
Identify, select and use different instructional resources and methods in training activities
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
Measure and evaluate individual student’s overall and holistic performance and development with a view to developing their talents in sports
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and other assignments on other assigned subjects
Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
Prepare required reports on students and activities
Manage overall student behavior and discipline in and out of class by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, in accordance with established disciplinary systems of the school
With guidance from the chaplain, perform certain pastoral duties including student support and counseling students with academic problems
Coordinate field-based extracurricular activities and participate in student organizations activities such as clubs
Participate in departmental, staff and parent meetings as required from time to time
Attend scheduled teacher training sessions and participate actively
Communicate necessary information regularly to students and colleagues student progress and student needs
Prepare students for sporting competitions, through regular training sessions
Identify students with raw talent in sports and develop them to their highest potential
Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications for PE Teacher/Trainer Job
Minimum Certificate in Primary Teacher Education( P1) from a recognized college
Ability to train/practice in a wide range of sporting activities both for physical fitness and competition
At least 3 years training/teaching experience
Excellence in communication and interpersonal skill
Must be active in extra-curricular activities particularly sports
Must demonstrate passion for sports and children
Can teach atleast one subject
Any professional/Academic qualifications on any sporting field is added advantage
Desirable attributes
Talented in co-curricular activities.
Portrays leadership skills and is a team player and good in interpersonal skill.
Must have had C+ and above in K.C.S.E.
Energetic, flexible and open minded.
Teachable, self-motivated with self-confidence
Have a desire to face challenges and grow in new ways.
Excellence in communication with good command of English language.
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Suitable and qualified individuals should drop hard copy applications at Cornerstone Gate OR send CV and Cover letter detailing suitability for the job and salary expectation to the Principal: mary@naomisvillage.org and copy to kararusamuel@naomisvillage.org , before or on Monday 31st July, 2017. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Cornerstone is an equal-opportunity employer. No canvassing is acceptable and any candidate known to be involved in such practice will be disqualified.

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mary@naomisvillage.org

November 13, 2024
Cash Transfer Programming Expert

Background information
Current situation in country Extended drought and consecutive poor harvests have impacted rural livelihoods and food security in Somalia, pushing the country to the brink of famine. Some 6.7 million people currently face acute food insecurity (IPC Phases 2, 3 & 4), with the majority – 68 percent – of severely food insecure people (IPC phases 3 & 4) in rural areas (2.2 million). Rural areas are home to nine in ten people at greatest risk. The worst has so far been averted via a combination of interventions, including cash transfers and livelihood support delivered by FAO at massive scale in rural areas. The April-June rains are critical to Somalia’s main Gu growing season and help rejuvenate rangelands; this year they started late and have been below average in most areas. Precipitation did allow crops to germinate, though yields in rainfed areas will depend on the level and distribution of rain during the remainder of the season. Forecasting suggests precipitation is tapering off and will end up below-average. Still, rains have improved rangeland conditions and partially filled water catchments, providing some relief for pastoralists and their livestock. Animal body conditions are expected to improve. Disease continues to compound needs and impact food security, and displacement has somewhat slowed recently due to a variety of factors. In 2016, farmers suffered back-to-back reduced cereal harvests – 50 percent losses in the main Gu season followed by 70 losses in Deyr season at year-end. Low production left farmers without seeds to plant, cut wage labour income and increased food and water prices. In pastoral areas where families rely entirely on livestock to survive, multiple failed rains have taken a heavy toll on rangelands and water supplies. Pastoralists are struggling to keep their animals healthy and alive.
Low-weight or sick livestock do not produce as much milk and their value as trade items used to buy food and other essentials is greatly reduced. Poor households in northern and central areas have reported herd losses of 40-60 percent in the first half of 2017; in the south, 20-40 percent. Two critical needs for farming families ahead of this year’s Gu season have been cash for purchasing food for immediate survival, plus accessing seeds in order to stay at home and plant rather than relocate. FAO has delivered 1 000 tonnes of cereal and vegetable seed, and over USD 10 million in cash to at-risk farming households so far. Cash support will continue through Gu. But with July/August harvests likely to be below average, similar assistance targeted to vulnerable families will be necessary in the lead-up to the next rainy season, Deyr (expected to begin in October). For pastoralists, veterinary care has been key to keeping their animals alive. They will need continued aid to keep surviving animals alive, as well as support aimed at restoring their livestock to full productivity. FAO-Somalia has engaged in a rapidly scaled up Cash programing in Somalia since 2011. FAO’s Prevention and Drought Response Plan continues to address the most time-sensitive needs of rural families across Somalia, through putting cash in people’s pockets, through a combination of unconditional cash transfers, Cash for work and cash+ interventions.
Objectives and expected output FAO-Somalia intends to recruit a Cash Transfer Programming Expert that will support the coordination of the implementation of FAO’s cash transfer response to the current drought condition situation, in close partnership with other cash actors (including WFP, IOM, NRC, SCI, DRC, ACF, CESVI, CWW, ADESO, etc.) in Somalia.
• The cash component of FAO-Somalia emergency and resilience programming is delivered timely and effectively • Smooth internal and external coordination supported
• Monitoring and Evaluation system reviewed and strengthened • Lessons learnt and good practices are identified and documented Main duties and responsibilities Under the overall supervision of the Cash Unit Coordinator, in close collaboration with colleagues from other units, the Cash transfer programming expert will:
• Support the implementation of the cash component of FAO-Somalia emergency and resilience programming in a timely and effective way, ensuring high operational standards and compliance with FAO rules and regulations
• Support the work of the cash unit on programming, operational and strategic issues • Ensure liaison and good coordination with other FAO-Somalia units, particularly the finance, risk management and compliance, and information management units, as well as with partners, service providers and the wider humanitarian community
• Represent the Cash Transfer Unit in meetings on cash transfer programming with internal stakeholders (e.g., divisions of Finance, ICT and Procurement) and external ones (e.g., UN agencies, NGOs, Cash Learning Partnership, donors, private sector), including at regional, sub-regional and country level; • Support the development, review and clearance of concept notes and proposals;
• Review the Monitoring and Evaluation system and suggest ways to strengthen it, particularly with a view of implementing a robust impact evaluation by 2018 • Identify and document lessons learnt and good practices
• Review ways of working of the cash unit including Standard Operating Procedures and propose the development of new tools and guidance to improve the quality and efficiency, including on nutrition, gender, accountability to beneficiaries and climate change adaptation;
• Frequently travel to support and review operations;
• Perform other relevant duties as required.

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pantiwa.naksomboon@CANADEM.ca

November 13, 2024
Personal Assistant to Representative

Position Summary
The Personal Assistant to Representative post performs senior-level secretarial duties as well as organizational and coordinating functions; is responsible for protocol matters and the effective functioning of the office of the Representative. She reports to the Representative.
Requirements And Qualifications
Education: Completion of Secondary School Education plus qualifications in secretarial/business education courses. First level degree will be desirable.
Knowledge And Experience
At least six years of secretarial/administrative experience, preferably part of it with an international organization or the UN.
Proficiency in current office software applications.
Languages: A good command of the English language, both written and spoken, good drafting skills and preferably a working knowledge of a second UN language; knowledge of Kiswahili is required.

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www.impactpool.org

November 13, 2024
Livelihood Officer

Duties and responsibilities include:
· Lead in the implementation of cash based intervention project.
· Head of the Livelihood Sector in LWF-Dadaab.
· Carry out participatory needs assessments and identify appropriate livelihood interventions to increase incomes for the Refugee population and the local community and reduce poverty in the target areas.
· Life skills training and strengthening of small scale businesses to establish trend across clients (groups) and camps in order to develop best practices.
· Assist Project Coordinator and project partners to establish close coordination and cooperation with distinct line agencies and authorities, between local project partners, communities, project beneficiaries and other stakeholders at project level for effective delivery of project activities and policy influence at local level
· Design, develop and provide necessary training for target communities to develop skills and capacities for disaster resilient livelihood strategies and viable options for income.
· Organize and coordinate livelihood related stakeholders meetings/ workshops/ forums to enable the active, free and meaningful participation of project beneficiaries in the design and implementation of project activities within the refugee camps and host community.
· Participate and lead the livelihood team in, monthly and quarterly report writing and participation in write shops.
· Fund raising through concept note and proposal development for Livelihoods sector interventions for both refugee and host community setting.
· Prepare and conduct community sensitization forums/meetings with community leaders and beneficiaries in the refugee and host community set up.
· Support the HR team in the recruitment of community staff for the livelihoods sector.
· Closely liaise and work with sister sectors of community service and education for coordination and collaboration.
· To work closely with Livelihoods Assistants and supervise their activities in realizing timely planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of project activities.
· To participate in regular monitoring of the projects, to determine progress and emerging issues, through planned visits.
Skills & Qualifications
· Degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Community Development or any other development related fields.
· Minimum 2 years working experience with INGOs in the field of sustainable livelihoods and income generating projects in a refugee/IDP setting.
· Knowledge of the key issues and trends in food security and livelihoods intervention.
· A keen understanding of business and development issues including skills or training in basic book keeping or administration is crucial to this position.
· Prior experience working with local governments and stakeholders in implementation of projects
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team; well organized, and able to prioritize multiple tasks.
· Working knowledge of MS Office and other relevant computer applications,
· Able to adapt to changing program priorities and emergency priorities that may arise.
· Good planning and organizational skills coupled with problem solving capabilities.
· Hands-on community mobilization skills.
· Experience in a refugee setting and knowledge of refugee issues.
Relevant Experience
At least 3 years of progressive experience in development or humanitarian program.
· Experience working with communities on Livelihoods or Income Generating Activities will be an added advantage.
· Knowledge of the Minimum Standards related to Economic Recovery, particularly MERS will be an added advantage.
· Strong analytical, and documentation skills in project management.
· Experience in proposal and report writing.
Personal Attributes
· High level of integrity, commitments and professional responsibility.
· Strong inter-personal and team building skills.
· Ability to tolerate cultural, education and religious diversity in the work place.
· Excellent communication, organization and presentation skills

LWF World Service is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. LWF World Service is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies.Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.Applications should reach the undersigned by close of business on 9th August 2017 and must include full contact details of 3 referees.The Human Resource Manager, Lutheran World Federation Kenya-Djibouti, Email: lwf.nbi.kenya@gmail.comOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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lwf.nbi.kenya@gmail.com

November 13, 2024
Administrative Assistant

Purpose of the job: To provide administrative and research support to the medical director.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist the Medical Director, Residency Director and other consultant doctors with administrative duties
Develop and manage a filing and storage system for legal and licensing documents of the MSD, as well as keep these documents up-to-date
Develop and manage a filing and storage system for data generated by the MSD
Support the Research and Development Committee by keeping minutes and data, as well as function as a research assistant for specific clinical and operational research projects
Coordinate scheduling and hospitality responsibilities for MSD visitors and residents with the Human Resource manager
Assist the consultant doctors in implementing short training courses such as training workshops
Attend some meetings in a delegated capacity by the Medical Director or a consultant doctor
Assist in bringing harmony to communication among clinical departments
Qualifications: Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:
Diploma in Nursing
Computer certificate
One-year experience as an Administrative assistant
Masterly of English and Kiswahili – good verbal and written communication
Skills, Abilities, Special Licenses or Certificate:
Ability to handle or process confidential documents or material in an appropriate manner
Ability to work well alone and as part of a team.
Computer literacy – especially data literacy such as Microsoft excel and other databases
Demonstrates personal initiative (self-driven) and leadership ability

Interested candidates should send their C.V and cover letter to kenya.hr@cureinternational.org by 26th July 2017 C.O.B.

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kenya.hr@cureinternational.org

November 13, 2024
Administrative Assistant

(ACT-AA-21-2017)
Reporting to the Administrative Manager, the Administrative Assistant will primarily be responsible for day to day the implementation of an efficient administrative process within Act!’s laid down policies and pros.
Duties for the Administrative Assistant Job
Take full responsibility over the day to day management of a fully documented assets management system to support Act!s management of assets based on best practice (Compare best practice verses Act!s system).
Ensuring effective maintenance and repairs of assets and other administrative infrastructural systems, liaising with the appropriate staff to arrange quality repairs of reported malfunctions in a timely and expeditious manner.
Assist in the implementation of security management system and protocols to support Act!s operations field offices
Assist in market research and soliciting bids /quotes from vendors for items in adherence with ACT! policies.
Assist in procuring goods and services, identifying potential vendors as outlined in the organizational policy operations manual.
Provide day-to-day operations and logistics support to the program teams.
Assist in monitoring, tracking and expediting program procurement activities and delivery status of goods/services.
Assist with updating the asset inventory and keep track of equipment movement.
Assist in preparation, reviewing and issuing of the, request for quotation/proposals, purchase orders (PO).
Maintain the procurement filing system and up-to date procurement physical files.
Taking full responsibility of all documents to be sent to finance for payment processing – Prepare, process and track payment in liaison with the Act! Finance Department.
Assist with invoice verification against purchase orders and delivery notes and process payment against the invoice for vendors.
Ensure vendor invoices and transaction support documents are presented in the prescribed manner in accordance with USAID requirements.
Undertake any other reasonable duty as may be assigned that is consistent with the nature of the job and its level of responsibility.
Administrative Assistant Job Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, procurement, supply chain or related business field.
A Professional certification in Logistics or Purchasing and Supplies management professional.
At least 2 years’ experience in the Administration, Procurement and Logistics with sound understanding of NGO Operations especially in a USAID funding environment.
Supplier negotiations skills.
Good analytical skills.
Understanding of procurement and contract laws.
Must be result-oriented.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work under strict deadlines: high caliber time management competency.
Must be culturally sensitive.Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, Access, Power-point and the use of Internet for research.

If you meet the requirements as contained in the description, please submit (1) a detailed and current CV; (2) an application cover letter demonstrating why you qualify for this opportunity, quoting your current/last gross salary.All applications should be submitted electronically to hr.admin@act.or.ke indicating the job position and reference number ACT-AA-21-2017. Only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.Note: The advert for this position will remain open until filled but should not last more than 5 days from the date of posting. Date of posting advert 18th July 2017 Act! is an equal opportunities employer

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hr.admin@act.or.ke

November 13, 2024
Country Programme Officer

Post’s organizational accountability
Under the overall policy and management guidance and direct supervision of the Country Director and Head, IRON, the Country Programme Officer is responsible for established programme/project coordination.
The CPO’s accountabilities/key results are
Country Office Support
Country Programme Support
Partnership Building
Policy Development/Knowledge Management
Key results expected / Major functional activities
COUNTRY OFFICE SUPPORT: The Country Programme Officer is accountable for day-to-day administration and reporting in support of the CPM and for supervision of assigned Country Programme Associate / Assistant. In addition to human resources management, s/he has accountability for financial and material resources and related processes including managing contracts for services. S/He provides inputs to budget preparation and monitors expenditures, manages contract completion and certifies payments.
COUNTRY PROGRAMME SUPPORT: The Country Programme Officer enhances the technical quality of IFAD country activities through programme (COSOP) and project (grants and loans) design, supervision, implementation, monitoring and evaluation (RIMS), reporting (PSR) and completion (PCR) activities. S/He also provides substantive contributions toward the development of advice and technical guidance in support of sustainable government strategies, policies and programmes in agricultural development and rural poverty reduction. The Country Programme Officer is further accountable for capacity building activities including identifying, analyzing, documenting, harmonizing and disseminating both national and local issues as well as conditions and best practices and lessons learned among partner development agencies. Capacity building activities will include coordinating meetings, workshops and seminars with project management teams, government, partners and other stakeholders.
PARTNERSHIP BUILDING: As a key country team member, the Country Programme Officer enhances the CO’s relationships and collaborations with in-country counterparts through the identification of synergies and proposing coordinated strategies with multilateral/bilateral donors and civil-society organizations involved in agricultural development and rural poverty reduction. S/He establishes and maintains counterpart contacts to promote programme and project collaboration and harmonization as well as identifies financing opportunities with other donors.
POLICY DEVELOPMENT/KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT: As a key country team member, the Country Programme Officer participates in relevant policy meetings and events of interest to IFAD’s target groups and which involve the government, donors, and civil society, including NGOs, in order to develop an enabling environment for sustainable, pro-poor development. The Country Programme Officer provides programme/project continuity in the country as well as substantive national cultural, political and economic or other development knowledge. From this perspective his/her participation in policy dialogue pertains to analyses of evidenced based recommendations from projects, analyzing their viability, making proposals and sharing the findings. This national perspective serves to enhance the linkage between the realities on the ground and the voices of the poor with the policies and programmes of the government as well as to ensure that regional programmes benefit from local initiatives that may be replicated.
MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: The Country Programme Officer is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of IFAD resources.
Impact of Key results / Key performance indicators
Demonstrated technical expertise and credibility in country portfolio management creates the foundation for IFAD’s capacity and reputation for programme delivery and enhances its recognition as a reliable development partner. The Country Programme Officer maintains the standards for IFAD’s competence in development at the field level. Substantive support in the development of country strategy, project design, partnership building and policy development provides the foundation for enhancing sustainable government strategies and policies to improve the livelihoods of the poor and other disadvantaged groups.
Representation / Work relationships
In the context of programme development and delivery, the Country Programme Officer ensures the exchange of information, advocates for programme and policy enhancements and ensures consistency and reliability in the provision of development assistance to the government. In collaborations with other members of the UN country team, bi-lateral development agencies, NGOs and country programme counterparts s/he establishes and maintains relationships and projects the image of IFAD as a credible/reliable partner striving for harmonization of development activities.
Competencies
Organizational
Strategic thinking and organizational development: Personal influence (Level 1)
Demonstrating Leadership: Personal leadership and attitude to change (Level 1)
Learning, sharing knowledge and innovating: Continuously seeks to learn, shares knowledge and innovates (Level 1)
Focusing on clients: Focuses on clients (Level 1)
Problem solving and decision making: Demonstrates sound problem solving and decision making ability (Level 1)
Managing time, resources and information: Manages own time, information and resources effectively (Level 1)
Team Work: Contributes effectively to the team (Level 1)
Communicating and negotiating: Communicates effectively: creates understanding between self and others (Level 1)
Building relationships and partnerships: Builds and maintains effective working relationships (Level 1)
Managing performance and developing staff: Manages staff and teams effectively (Level 1)
Technical/Functional
Thorough knowledge of and proven experience in results based agriculture rural development projects.
Thorough understanding of national development strategies and programmes, government structure and partner development initiatives.
Good knowledge of pro-poor policy approaches.
Strong analytical skills in order to identify systemic issues, both programmatic and operational, and develop viable solutions. Analytical skills are also essential for identifying opportunities to promote new strategies and initiatives with HQ, partner agencies and national government counterparts.
Communicate effectively with different counterparts (civil society, government authorities, local communities, project staff). Listens effectively to engage others.
Writes clearly, succinctly and convincingly in English.
Computer skills: thorough knowledge of PeopleSoft ERP as well as full command of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and common Internet applications.
Minimum recruitment qualifications
Education
Advanced university degree from an accredited institution in rural development, agriculture, economics, rural finance, development policy or other job related fields. In the absence of an advanced degree an additional four (4) years of professional experience is required.
Experience
At least five (5) years’ progressively responsible professional experience in programme design, supervision and loan/grant administration with International financial institutions, development cooperation agencies, etc.
Language requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Working knowledge of another official language (Arabic, French, or Spanish) is desirable.

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job.ifad.org

November 13, 2024
Financial Management Advisor

Objectives for the position
The overall objective is to contribute to the improvement of financial management and administration of development programmes in WSTF, ensuring that financial management becomes more effective, efficient, and transparent and of good quality. The consultant will also contribute to improving the flow of financial information between WSTF, the Government of Kenya and the development partners.
The specific objective is to ensure that WSTF develops and implements a realistic, credible and achievable Action Plan to strengthen its financial management system and users’ capacity.
The ultimate aim is to support the transfer of skills in financial management to relevant WSTF staff responsible for financial management and administration.
Reporting
Whilst working closely with the Chief Manager Finance and Chief Manager Investments, the Financial Management Advisor will support activities relating to Budget planning, management and reporting. The Financial Management Advisor will however report directly to the Chief Manager Finance.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Support the Finance and Administration Unit in reviewing the existing internal systems and processes and develop improved processes to ensure that the overall financial management system is strengthened and robust.
• Support in identifying needs in the following aspects of financial management: (i) systems and procedures; (ii) systems of internal audit and control, and (iii) capacity gaps of finance and administration staff;
• Facilitate in developing and implementing an Action Plan for the improvement of financial management systems and procedures and capacity building within the ;
• Reviewing the financial management flows between development partners, Government of Kenya, state cooperation and implementing organizations and communities;
• Support in the training/ capacity building of finance and administration staff on best practices, use of systems and procedures, reporting, assets management among others;
• Design of an effective system for financial monitoring for use at national and county levels;
• Support in strengthening mechanisms that ensure accountability for the use of development funds;
• Participate in the development of a system for monitoring the implementation and follow up of external audit recommendations.
• Support in the design of mechanisms to ensure the improvement of the financial systems for internal control of funds and to ensure the correct and effective use of funds;
• Support in the design, update and harmonization of the templates and formats for financial reporting and tracking of funds so that that they can meet the specific needs of the Government and development partners;
• Support the finance team in:
Preparing the organization’s annual budget
o Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial accountability statements for the CEO
o Oversee and guarantee compliance with financial covenants such as submitting quarterly Interim Unaudited Financial Reports (IFRs), arrange for timely financial information for internal audits and supporting the maintenance of internal controls over project expenditure.
• Support in updating financial management manual, establishing chart of accounts and ensuring the FMIS systems installed by WSTF is able to carry out activities in accordance with the agreed procedures and provisions of donor funded Grant Agreement, and the national laws and regulations.
• Support in compliance to Procurement Act and other relevant legislations;
• Support in improvement of systems for assets inventory and management;
• Proving annual reports on the state of the financial management systems and on the progress in the implementation of the agreed work plans and budgets.
Qualification and Professional Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in the area of Economics, Accounting, Financial Management, Business Administration or other similar areas;
• Candidates with CPA(K) or ACCA qualifications are also encouraged to apply
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience relevant to the position, experience in Kenya is an added advantage;
• Must demonstrate experience working with donor funded programmes at senior management level for over 10 years.
• Experience in internal and external financial oversight and auditing of the public sector in Kenya is required.
• Must be familiar with the Office of the Auditor General (OFAG) and knowledgeable of public sector auditing processes.
• Candidates who have worked in both the public sector and private consultancy sector have an added advantage.
• Ideal candidate must have strong influential networks in the public sector.
Have Skills in the following areas:
· Financial planning and funds management;
· Financial Information management;
· Execution of Audits and follow up of audit recommendations;
· Internal and external monitoring of development funds;
· Must possess solid understanding of the financial procedures and regulations, procurement regulations and decentralized management systems of the Government of Kenya;
· Use of Integrated financial management systems and other accounting programs, e.g. SAP, NAVISION etc
· Good Public and personal relations with teams and partners;
· Dialogue, facilitation and negotiation capacity;
· Finance and administration systems use and analysis; and
· Ability to work without supervision and be results-oriented.

Apply via :

recruitment@dpckenya.com

November 13, 2024