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  • Senior Project Officer – MNFE

    Senior Project Officer – MNFE

    PROJECT SUMMARY
    The Mobile Non-Formal Education (MNFE) Project seeks to enhance access to education for nomadic children aged 13-18 years in Marsabit County who are not currently enrolled in any formal schooling.
    The Senior Project Officer will be responsible for the overall management and implementation of the MNFE Project, including liaising with donors, coordinating with the Ministry of Education and other stakeholders, building relationships with partners, and communicating to staff and donors.
    A key aspect of the Senior Project Officer’s role will be to review the design of the current 18 months project in view of developing a theory of change and a design that would contribute to developing a high quality, innovative project for the next phase.
    SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    · Providing technical support to the MNFE Project in delivering outlined interventions aimed at increasing access, improving quality of learning, retention, and completion and transition rates for children in non-formal settings in Marsabit County.
    · S/he will facilitate the identification of the unique challenges facing the education of children from nomadic/pastoralist communities and with the support of the Senior Education Specialist, develop a raft of effective interventions aimed at providing quality education to large numbers of pastoralist children in Marsabit County, enhancing the retention and completion for those children enrolled in the MNFE program and paying particular attention to the education of girl children in the province.
    · Ensuring systematic monitoring of learner achievements (with a focus on core subject instruction) and documentation of both partner and core team program activities and interventions.
    · Facilitating relevant operational research whose outcome informs improvements in program design and/or policy influencing especially in relation to Non-Formal Education programs.
    · Developing and maintaining relationships with the Government of Kenya (particularly the Ministry of Education and the Ministry for the Development of Northern Kenya and Other Arid Lands), NGOs, media outlets, and other relevant partners in order to influence policies favorable to the education of marginalized children.
    · Facilitating discussions on the appropriateness of curricula following the outcome of learning assessments and shares action points and recommendations with relevant Ministry of Education departments.
    · Taking the lead in developing Adeso’s pastoral education programming policy advocacy agenda and ensuring MNFE tested models are reviewed by relevant Ministry of Education departments for possible adaption and replications.
    · Building positive and productive relations with implementing partners, Schools, targeted girls, and authorities at all levels.
    · Taking the lead in strengthening the project approach as the overarching non formal education strategy (that focuses on improving the quality of learning opportunities for non-traditional students) in order to enhance community support and ownership of education programs at the district/school levels; and ensuring that the MNFE designed innovative education programs and training packages are of high quality, effectively serve the specified target group, are developed in coordination with the DEPP Project and if necessary, facilitates further refinement of these innovations.
    · Supervising MNFE project staff, teachers and Community Education Committees (CECs).
    · Working collaboratively with staff, teachers, CECs and partners to strengthen the educational components of the project (e.g. pedagogical teacher training, vocational training curriculum development, etc.).
    · Developing teachers’ capacity to undertake regular learner assessments for identified subject areas in line with the principle of evidence-based programming.
    · Facilitating learning forums [such as exhibitions, show case events, workshops] in order to encourage innovation and creativity in the teaching/learning of MNFE supported centers.
    · In coordination with the Head of Programs, represent Adeso among local authorities, donors, international and national NGOs.
    · Representing the organization in forums and related coordination meetings to promote program approaches while ensuring good stewardship project resources.
    SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
    ESSENTIAL
    · Masters of Education or related field.
    · At least 3 years of relevant NGO project management experience, preferably in education.
    · A minimum of 5 years’ work experience in education programs especially programs with a bias for pastoralist communities in Kenya.
    · Good understanding of the project cycle including the logical framework analysis (LFA) and Results Based Management (RBM).
    · Good understanding of the dynamics and complexities in the management of programs in pastoralist settings.
    · Ability to work well under pressure and with minimal supervision.
    · Ability to establish strong working relationships with community members and colleagues.
    · Ability to analyse information, evaluate options, and think and plan strategically.
    · Excellent networking and representation skills,
    · Coaching, mentoring and capacity building skills.
    · Attention to detail and strong organization and planning skills.
    · Excellent verbal and written skills in English.
    · Computer literacy in MS Office.
    · Donor reporting.
    · Willing to travel regularly within remote areas.
    · Resident of Marsabit County.
    · Sound knowledge of the education sector with a bias on literacy, numeracy, learning assessments and the policy context.
    · Direct experience with or some exposure to policy advocacy work.
    DESIRABLE
    · Qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis.
    · Experience working with mobile pastoralist communities.
    · Experience of vocational training programs.

    This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team, please submit your application to jobs@adesoafrica.org , quoting “Senior Project Officer – MNFE” in the email subject matter, by 5th July, 2017.Each application should be addressed to HR Manager and include the following:· An updated CV with updated contact details: Phone No., Email Address and Skype ID; and· An application letter which should include cover letter, previous remuneration history and expected remuneration and contact information for three work-related referees.Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Adeso is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on one’s background, beliefs, gender or sexual orientation.

    Apply via :

    jobs@adesoafrica.org

  • GBV Programme Officer-P4

    GBV Programme Officer-P4

    Job Purpose
    Under the overall responsibility of the UNFPA Representative/Officer in Charge of the Kenya Country Office and under the direct supervision and direct day to day support of the UNFPA Assistant Representative, the GBV programme specialist provides programmatic and technical support for national and County level GBV sub-sector coordination through the GBV sub-sector working group to ensure strong partnership and collaboration with the UN as well as with national/ international counterparts toward a comprehensive multi-sectoral GBV survivor-centred prevention and response. This response includes close cooperation with health, psycho-social, protection and legal sectors to ensure that survivors’ needs are met.
    The GBV Programme Specialist will also work closely with the Humanitarian Specialist in coordinating GBV response in emergency and liaise with other office staff notably the programme specialists/officers (RH, gender and youth) building on existing interventions under the Country Programme.
    Major Activities/Expected Results
    Programme Development and Implementation
    Proactively engage with donors to mobilize resources including identifying various resource mobilization opportunities, supporting advocacy efforts with potential donors and developing GBV proposals;
    Consolidate existing assessments on GBV situation with relevant agencies and/or conduct field assessment/ relevant participatory analyses of GBV to determine needs and gaps for GBV prevention and response.
    Coordinate CERF and drought scale up comprehensive GBV related prevention and response activities among different actors Support and advise the country office management and build knowledge and programming practices in relation to GBV through information sharing and facilitation of external and internal trainings aimed at multi-sectoral prevention and response.
    Coordinate and support the coherent and effective implementation of the GBV components of UNFPA’s humanitarian response activities, using a results-based approach incorporating creativity, innovation, and responsiveness to the needs, and thorough monitoring and reporting.
    Assume responsibility for the overall coordination, design and monitoring of UNFPA’s humanitarian GBV programming and contribution to GBV integration with UNFPA’s development programme.
    Follow-up on the key action points and recommendations from the May 2017 HFCB surge mission team field visit report and recommendations from Emergency Preparedness Workshop related to GBV;
    Partnerships and Coordination
    Facilitate UNFPA’s leadership in coordinating the GBV working group/sub-sector as per IASC standards and regularly represent GBV working group in OCHA led meetings
    Coordinate and collaborate with other Clusters/working groups (notably Child Protection WG, Nutrition, Food security, health, water and sanitation, livelihood and cash transfer) to ensure integration of GBV – related actions in their Cluster Plans and GBV mainstreaming in UN interventions.
    Support the development/review and operationalization of a national GBV in emergencies strategy and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in coordination with relevant stakeholders;
    Lead and coordinate the GBV sub-sector inputs for the updating of the drought flash appeal and elections preparedness/Humanitarian Pillar Response Plan advocating for funding and allocations
    Provide inputs in enhancingreferral pathways for treatment of GBV survivors through various service provision levels including Clinical Management of Rape (CMR), psycho‑social support and counselling, and formation of community protection networks which can support civil society initiatives to address prevention and response; this includes regular updating of CMR capacity mapping and tracking of PEP kit distribution to health facilities and health partners and addressing possible gaps;
    Provide technical support in developing and implementing a multi-sectoral and coordinated GBV prevention and response programme to include referral and reporting mechanisms, information sharing, coordination, and monitoring/evaluation including updating of state level GBV referral service mapping
    Support theimplementation of the GBV Information Management System or other GBV documentation as agreed at national level
    Support capacity building and ongoing support of partners at various levels including GBV sub-sector partners and institutional capacity building of government and other partners to establish a protection framework for prevention and response to GBV.
    Monitoring and Evaluation
    Monitor GBV assistance provided by UNFPA through implementing partners to crisis affected population
    Undertake regular monitoring missions and meetings with relevant actors including GBV sub-sector partners in assessing the GBV trends, patterns and advises on the prevention and response strategies through the development of a GBV Sub-Sector Newsletter.
    Provide regular updates on GBV trends and patterns to the Protection Sector (4Ws), and prepare reports and SitReps as required
    Provide the information management officer with the relevant information and best practices regarding GBV program to be shared with key partners and donors.
    If necessary, develop monthly report formats that capture relevant information and that support the analysis and evaluation of program progress and outcomes.
    Document best practices and approaches for responding to issues of GBV in order to deepen the knowledge base among relevant partners.
    Administrative and Miscellaneous Duties
    Prepare regular work plans and reports as needed or requested.
    Other duties as they may emerge.
    Work RelationsInternal contacts include Representative, Deputy Representative, Assistant Representative, Humanitarian Specialist, Gender specialist, RH Programme Specialists/officers, International Operations Manager, National Programme Analysts, and the CO operations and programme teams.External partners include other UN agencies with a focus on the Inter-Sector Coordination Group chaired by OCHA, the UNHCR Protection Sector, UNICEF Child Protection Sub-Sector, UN Women and Governmental and Non-Governmental counterparts.
    Job Requirements
    Education:
    Advanced degree in social work or other social sciences, public health, community health, international relations, international law, human rights or related field
    Knowledge and Experience:
    At least five years of experience in gender issues and their application in international humanitarian or development settings.
    Awareness and demonstrable knowledge of gender issues and their relevance in humanitarian emergency settings.
    Demonstrable knowledge of reproductive health issues and/or protection issues in humanitarian settings, and of humanitarian emergency operations and roles/responsibilities of humanitarian actors.
    Counselling skills and experience.
    Experience in program management
    Values:
    Exemplifying integrity
    Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system
    Embracing cultural diversity
    Embracing change
    Competencies:
    Being accountable to achieving results
    Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen
    Thinking analytically and strategically
    Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships
    Communicating for impact.
    Providing strategic focus
    Engage internal/external partners
    Leading, developing and empowering people
    Create a culture of performance.
    Functional Skill Set:
    Advocacy/Advancing a policy-oriented agenda
    Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships
    Delivering results-based programmes
    Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilization
    Strategically positioning UNFPA Programme
    Providing a technical support system
    Languages:
    Fluency in oral and written English essential; ability to communicate in Swahili an advantage.Prior experience in the UN system and/or humanitarian architecture will be a strong asset

    Apply via :

    Ben.James@CANADEM.ca

  • Coordinator – Projects design and M&E

    Coordinator – Projects design and M&E

    Job Responsibilities
    Overall job purpose
    Working within the Johanniter team, the Coordinator-Projects designs and M&E will work closely with the partners and support Johanniter and partners in increasing quality in the conceptualization, design, assessments, monitoring and evaluation of key projects and strategic initiatives.
    Tasks
    On project designs and conceptualization
    Contribute to the conceptualization and design of the projects.
    Provide leadership in developing quality proposals and support in writing project proposals and in developing local strategies in the area of health, nutrition-sensitive and nutrition-specific interventions and well as food security and resilience particularly on consortium project design processes.
    Participate in need assessment when required.
    Recognise and identify further needs in the area of health, nutrition, food security and resilience, and undertake assessments as necessary,
    Establish a relationship, based on trust, equality and transparency with all the partners and relevant stakeholders
    Contribute in strengthen capacity of local partner organisations and project related staffs when required
    Contribute to develop relevant strategic and technical partnerships (with international, national, governmental and private partners).
    Develop, with partners, long term program plans for their partnership with Johanniter.
    Report to the Country Director (and the Senior Management Team) and other stakeholders in Kenya as it may be required.
    When and if required by the Country Director, represents Johanniter with local authorities, partners, and in coordinating with other NGOs, International Organisations, donors, etc.
    On assessment, monitoring & evaluation
    Set up and maintain Johanniter M&E system.
    Work with partners as to ensure quality needs assessment, monitoring & evaluation
    Provide technical support to Johanniter and partner staffs on time to time and as required.
    Review projects reports from partners as to ensure that M&E is adequately incorporated.
    Person Specification
    Professional Qualification and Experience: The Coordinator needs to hold a BSc or MSc degree in a relevant field (preferably in public health, nutrition or rural development…)The Coordinator needs to demonstrate a strong capacity in conceptualizing interventions and his/her capacity in developing sounds, strong and innovative project designs.The Coordinator needs to demonstrate his/her capacity to transfer that knowledge and transfer of expertise.The Coordinator needs to have a strong demonstrated understanding and expertise in setting up monitoring & evaluation systems.
    Essential:
    3-5 years of experience in project coordination in a humanitarian context/international development
    Previous work experience in designing interventions
    Previous work experience specifically with M&E systems
    Previous work experience on public health programs
    Demonstrated experience in coaching and capacity building of partner
    Experience in working in consortium composed of international and national, private and governmental partners,
    Previous experience in conducting/leading health and/or livelihood baseline assessments, (including SMART surveys), etc.
    Skills:
    Strong capacity to conceptualize and able develop theory of change and sound Logframe
    Capacity to engage different stakeholders in coaching and strengthening capacity
    Able to articulate a clear vision on programs and partnerships development
    Capacity to build and engage team work
    Strong written and oral communication skills;
    Perfectionist
    Fluency in English
    Regular travel to project sites is part of the job

    The position is open to Kenyan nationals.Applications for this position including a cover letter, CV, reference contacts of three former supervisors should be sent to: recruitmentjohanniterkenya@gmail.com (Do not send job certificates at this stage)Only complete applications will be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

    Apply via :

    recruitmentjohanniterkenya@gmail.com

  • Medical Manager

    Medical Manager

    Responsibilities for the Medical Manager Job
    Programme Management:
    To lead, manage and guide programme and field coordinator (s) in programme implementation.
    Develop quarterly work plans as per approved project proposals and budgets.
    Ensure project activities are implemented timely as per project schedules.
    Provide technical advice to project staff to ensure smooth operations of activities and quality outputs.
    Keep abreast of emerging trends, policies, guidelines, protocols and ensure that health programmes are implemented as per MOH and WHO protocols.
    Work with programme team in development of project proposals and budgets.
    Support programme & field coordinators to develop procurement plans and ensure that resources are available for effective implementation.
    Support County Health Departments (CHD) in CMA locations to discharge their mandate such as conducting joint supervisory visits to facilities with CMA staff, timely submission of DHIS/HMIS reports, record keeping etc.
    Visit project locations regularly to monitor and evaluate projects.
    Assist in planning and implementing nutritional and health status surveys that may be deemed necessary from time to time.
    Accompany visitors and evaluation teams to the project sites.
    Develop TORs and work with consultants to ensure deliverables are met.
    Prepare periodic programme reports as per donor guidelines and timelines.
    Assist in projecting, ordering, storage and management of the pharmaceutical products in addition to training staff on prescription and proper use of drugs.
    Assist the Country Director in institutional fundraising.
    Human Resources:
    Coach and mentor programme staff.
    Assist Human Resources Department in selection and recruitment of staff.
    Conduct orientations for new staff.
    Conduct regular appraisals and support staff to meet set targets.
    Identify staff training and development needs and advise the HR department accordingly.
    Develop coaching and training programmes to respond to identified needs.
    Work closely with HR department in formulating a capacity building policy and ensure that it is operationalized to benefit both local & international staffs.
    Budget/Financial Management:
    Work with the Finance Manager to prepare project forecasts.
    Review and approve field requests and orders.Maintain reasonable burn rate/spending levels for projects in line with budget forecasts and the concomitant
    needs.
    Participate in budget development and management.
    Guide program coordinators and finance team in determining amounts due to CHDs as per performance based contract.
    Representation and networking:
    Represent CMA at regular meetings at regional and national level for the health cluster, NGO Health cluster, donor and interagency coordination meetings.
    Liaise continuously with all partners of CMA including county, state and National health ministries and other agencies.
    Participate in relevant in-house meetings, donor meetings/ conferences as appropriate.
    Qualifications for the Medical Manager Job
    Medical degree from recognized medical training institution. Masters will be an added advantage.
    Should be registered with relevant bodies;
    At least three years of proven experience in managing health programs with an international NGO.
    Experience in project proposal writing and project reporting.
    Knowledge on regional and more especially national treatment guidelines.
    Experience in working with different cultures and backgrounds.
    Competencies
    Ability to analyze and present data and program information, orally and in writing and in non-technical language;
    Ability to effectively communicate the CMA value of integrity by promoting financial stewardship through
    practices that exemplify commitment to sound accountability and transparency;
    Ability to develop productive and harmonious relationships internally and externally;
    Ability to work diplomatically and with sensitivity with individuals from a variety of cultures, professions and personal backgrounds;
    Proficiency in English language is essential
    Computer literacy, especially in the basic common accounting software and spreadsheets is essential;
    Self-motivated and able to work independently;
    The post holder will be obliged to commit and adhere to CMA’s core beliefs and values

    Qualified candidates are invited to submit, via e-mail, a cover letter indicating the current and expected salary and a CV, with three most current professional references, and availability to hr@cmaidafrica.org. Application must be sent not later than 7th July 2017. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For further details go to http://www.cmaid.org/about-us/careers/ 

    Apply via :

    hr@cmaidafrica.org

    www.cmaid.org

  • Consultant for Operational Research

    Consultant for Operational Research

    The consultant will identify policy gaps and help to build up an advocacy action plan that will be shared with the Mandera County Government, the donor community and partners, which is aimed to promote improvement and sustainability of government-led health services for pastoralists in Kenya. Information and learning will be disseminated and discussed collaboratively between stakeholders and the project team.
    The consultant/s should have the following, qualification, skills, and experience:
    A degree in public health or development studies
    5 years’ experience of programme and project planning, monitoring and evaluation.
    High level experience of project Implementation M&E in fragile states and difficult environment.
    Some experience/ knowledge of health challenges in a conflict setting.
    Knowledge of the basics of primary health care concept;
    Extensive experience and skills of facilitating participatory and qualitative/quantitative project evaluation.
    Research/Survey report packaging consistent with donor and HPA standards
    Previous experience in similar work in Mandera, Kenya would be an advantageous

    Interested applicants can view the the Terms of Reference hereProposals should be sent by email to consultancies@healthpovertyaction.or.ke quoting the Reference Number: KEN-UKAID-190617-9 by 1600 hours East Africa time on or before 14th July 2017

    Apply via :

    consultancies@healthpovertyaction.or.ke

  • Polling Station Election Monitors Video Camera Operators

    Polling Station Election Monitors Video Camera Operators

    Responsibilities
    Observe and assess key indicators of the electoral process at polling station level;
    Distribute and seek feedback on VA’s public reports at the local level;
    Prior to the Election Day, provide assessments of electoral preparation and implementation, specifically on meetings with pertinent government officials, political campaign representatives, civil society activists, and election stakeholders;
    Prior to Election Day, provide observations of electoral preparations, such as the storage and transportation of ballots, the set-up of polling centers (with an emphasis on access for disabled voters), and other factors related to electoral preparation as directed by the Election Observation Command Center;
    On Election Day, identify any electoral violations (ballot fraud, manipulation of voting results and the use of bribery, coercion or violence) and provide a disincentive against such practices by their presence;
    On Election Day, document the general atmosphere at each polling station stationed;
    On Election Day, assess the voting process and speak with willing election officials and voters to gauge such issues as how the Election Day has progressed, if there have been problems at voting locations, and types of problems encountered. In the event of excessive violations, send Incident Reports to the Election Observation Command Center containing specific information on the incident or violation;
    Assist with preparation of all statements and reports as requested.
    Qualifications
    Be a Kenyan citizen of high integrity, and be non-partisan;
    Have a minimum of Secondary Level Education. Higher qualifications will be an added advantage;
    Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Swahili;
    Computer literate and familiarity with word-processing software;
    Should have effective communication skills and good report writing skills;
    Excellent analytical and drafting skills;
    Excellent organizational and coordination skills;
    Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a sensitive political environment;
    Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team composed of individuals of different cultural and political backgrounds, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity;
    Cross-cultural understanding, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well in a small team;
    Strong physical condition including the ability to walk for long distances to reach remote areas and live in difficult conditions, perform well under stress and maintain professionalism.
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    Apply via :

    www.villoafrica.org

  • Director of Financial Operations

    Director of Financial Operations

    Responsibilities:
    Oversee/manage the daily operations of all financial and accounting components of HJFMRI programs. Maintain direct responsibility for day-to-day accounting and financial operations to ensure timely monthly closings, reconciliations and compliance.
    Proactively collaborate across multifunctional teams to create an environment that strives for consistency of best practices identified both internally and externally to the organization.
    Provide financial leadership to meet deliverables during various financial cycles including Monthly Close, Quarterly Reviews, Forecast cycles and other ad hoc requests.
    Work closely with other members of the organization and HJFMRI HQ to ensure financial impacts of various business decisions are understood, aligned and communicated.
    Provide timely, consolidated, accurate, and reliable financial information to enable the Program leaders to incorporate cost considerations into their decision-making.
    Oversee formulation, submission, and defense of the budget to HJFMRI HQ and other various funding agencies.
    Assist with directing financial strategy, planning and forecasts, conferring with senior program leadership and department heads.
    Conduct financial analysis, develop reports, metrics and analysis to extract meaningful and strategically important information from financial data including:
    Project level Budget-vs-Actual reports;
    Carry-forward analysis by departments and stakeholders;
    Reporting, including key monthly/quarterly financial information;
    Monitor accounting data accuracy to ensure accurate monthly reporting and proper cost allocation per project and funder.
    Provide guidance and technical assistance to finance and accounting team members in the areas of accounting, budget, and financial planning.
    Oversee and coordinate the proper and effective use of appropriated resources amongst a varied constituency. Ensure all HJFMRI accounting and financial practices conform with HJFMRI organizational policies and procedures, US Government and other funding agency regulations and in-country statutory requirements. Provide appropriate guidance to support staff, including identification of allowable and non-allowable costs.
    Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively to provide the highest quality customer service.
    Protect assets by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls.
    Oversee audit and tax functions, coordinate activities with outside audit firms and review performance.
    Supervise/manage Finance and Accounting team and operations at the HJFMRI Kenya Kisian and other program sites.
    Completes other projects as needed.
    Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of organizational objectives; Ability to work independently; Proficiency in all aspects of corporate accounting and all pertinent GAAP, OMB Uniform Circular, IFRS; Thorough knowledge and understanding of Kenyan statutory regulations, compliance and reporting requirements; High level of proficiency with information technology and standard software programs to effectively utilize QuickBooks, Windows and MS Office applications to include: Excel, Word and PowerPoint – other packages as required; Excellent communication and relationship skills; Able to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external clients and partners; Interpersonal skills including face-to-face meetings in individual/group settings or over a telephone; Able to adjust communication methods and patterns for a wide variety of potential constituencies; Exceptional organization skills and ability to handle multiple tasks; Proven experience working in a rapid-change organization; Proven experience planning, developing, and implementing business systems; Ability to learn, develop and contribute in a way that promotes and leverages the core values and principles of the Program in all aspects of the job; Passion for working in a mission-driven organization; Learning organization – the expectation to grow and develop is essential; Communication-intensive culture with a high volume of inclusion and activity.
    Minimum Education/Training Requirements: Bachelor Degree in financial field or related field; Master Degree preferred.
    Minimum Experience: 10 years related experience financial management field, including at least 5 years of supervisory experience; Demonstrated, progressively responsible positions including specific experience in budget and financial modeling techniques.
    Required Licenses, Certification or Registration: CPA preferred
    Supervisory Responsibilities/Controls: Supervises support staff
    Work Environment: Office setting; Candidate must be able to relocate to Kisumu/Kisian, Kenya; Occasional travel within Africa and US is required
    HJF is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
    Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require prior approval of HJF Human Resources Department.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Digital / Social Media Intern

    Digital / Social Media Intern

    Responsibilities for the Social Media Internship
    Build and execute social media strategy through competitive research, platform determination, bench marking, messaging and audience identification
    Collaborate with other departments to manage reputation, identify key players and coordinate actions
    Manage newsletters and SMS platforms
    Create Monthly Calendars for digital marketing
    Manage Digital Advertising and digital content for the company
    Manage Digital Advertising Budgets
    Requirements for the Social Media Internship
    Excellent consulting, writing, editing (photo/video/text), presentation and communication skills
    Excellent Graphic Design Skills
    Demonstrable social networking experience and social analytics tools knowledge
    Knowledge of online marketing and good understanding of major marketing channels
    Positive attitude, detail and customer oriented with good multitasking and organisational ability
    Fluency in English
    Demonstrates creativity and documented immersion in Social Media. (Give links to profiles as examples).
    Proficient in content marketing theory and application. Experience sourcing and managing content development and publishing.
    Displays in-depth knowledge and understanding of Social Media platforms, their respective participants (Facebook, Twitter, , Google, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat etc.) and how each platform can be deployed in different scenarios.

    Apply via :

    talentboard.co.ke

  • Administrative Officer

    Administrative Officer

    Job Description
    Reporting to the Administration Coordinator, the incumbent will assist in the day to day running of the Administration Department.
    Responsibilities
    Duties will include but not limited to the following:
    Ensuring all administrative services are running smoothly and escalating problem areas on time.
    Ensuring that staff transport scheduling is done in a precise and timely manner.
    Assisting with planning and booking of transport and accommodation for staff travel, both local and international.
    Receiving communication from external parties and ensuring it gets directed to the concerned department and where required, provide feedback.
    Ensuring reconciliation of meal deductions is done on time and any errors are rectified before close of payroll.
    Managing the facility maintenance schedule and handling maintenance escalations by ensuring the appropriate vendor is notified on time.
    Verifying all admin related vendor invoices and deliveries and liaising with the finance department for payment.
    Facilitating logistics for all company events, including sitting on planning committees where required.
    Working closely with all other departments to ensure facilities meet requirements, and ensuring that the admin department provides a clean, safe and friendly working environment to all staff at all times.
    Working with the IT department to create and manage a meeting room scheduler, including managing access to restricted areas.
    Creating and providing periodic and ad hoc reports.
    Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
    Skills And Qualifications
    The successful candidate will posses;
    Degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
    Experience with MS Office applications with strong proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
    Solid knowledge of office procedures.
    Minimum of 3 years’ practical experience in a reputable organization.
    Personal Characteristics
    The ideal candidate will;
    Posses strong communication skills, both verbal and written with good interpersonal skills.
    Have the ability to prioritize work requests and deliver on time with minimal errors.
    Be flexible to work various shifts.
    Demonstrate good analytical and problem solving skills.

    Apply via :

    samasource.applytojob.com

  • Junior WASH Consultant Senior Advisor in Agriculture: Livestock Intensification Project

    Junior WASH Consultant Senior Advisor in Agriculture: Livestock Intensification Project

    Objectives and Scope of assignment
    SNV is recruiting a Junior WaSH consultant who will support PEWAK’s implementation towards realizing its objective to improve performance of water utilities through benchmarking, peer learning and innovative financing. The Junior Consultant will support the PEWAK Advisor to select and implement appropriate consumer engagement approaches therefore contributing to the management of non-revenue water and ensuring improved downward accountability. The Junior Consultant shall work with and under the supervision of the project advisor. He/she shall be involved in facilitating task group sessions and documentation of best practices emerging from water utilities in addressing key challenges faced by peer WSPs. The task within the assignments includes;
    Support WSPs in development and review of SMART performance improvement plans (PIPs)
    Participate in regular WSP peer learning sessions
    Support WSPs to establish communication committees and capacity build committee members
    Support WPSs in developing communication policies and plans
    Review utility – consumer dialogue mechanisms and follow-up on implementation developed service levels roadmaps
    Document progress results, achievements and lessons for sharing through essays, journals and reports (Knowledge Management)
    Capacity build beneficiary WSPs on establishment of performance data collection tools/systems, analysis and interpretation of results.
    And other related roles as assigned by the Project Manager
    Qualifications
    University degree in Development Studies / Social Sciences / Business Studies or other related courses.
    Kenyan Water Sector experience (2 years) and demonstrate knowledge of water sector in Kenya; a Master’s Degree is an added advantage
    Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in implementation of consumer engagement, corporategovernance and NRW management guidelines in water sector.
    Experience working with WSPs, Civil Society with specialization in Water services delivery.
    Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and communication skills
    Experience in Knowledge management
    Ability and willingness to travel regularly and on short notice
    Ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, organisations and cultures across all levels.
    Additional Information
    Assignment Duration
    The duration of the assignment shall be 3 months with possibility of extension
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