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  • Post-Doctoral Fellow, Yam Gene Editing

    Post-Doctoral Fellow, Yam Gene Editing

    The Post-Doctoral Fellow, Yam Gene Editing, will be responsible for developing and executing gene editing strategies to enhance key traits in Yam, working closely with internal research teams, external partners, and stakeholders. The successful candidate will report to the Lead of the Biotechnology Program.

    Position Key Responsibilities:

    Conduct research to develop gene-edited yam for optimized architecture. 
    Lead the optimization of protocols for enhancing gene-editing, transformation, and regeneration of yam.
    Test various gene-editing tools for targeted gene-editing in yam.
    Develop a transgene-free gene-editing system for yam.
    Contribute to the identification and validation of gene targets responsible for the semi-dwarf traits.
    Contribute to preparing gene-edited plasmid vectors for transformation into yam tissues.
    Perform molecular characterization of gene-edited events to confirm successful edits.
    Phenotyping of gene-edited yam events for desire trait.
    Collaborate with breeders to integrate edited traits into elite yam varieties.
    Maintain detailed records of experiments, gene editing events, and outcomes.
    Analyze experimental data and present results in internal and external meetings.
    Prepare technical reports, including progress updates, annual donor reports, and presentations for conferences.
    Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and communicate outcomes.
    Assist in developing and executing communication strategies to promote the project’s goals and achievements to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
    Assist in developing presentations, brochures, and other promotional materials to support public relations and outreach activities related to yam gene editing.
    Coordinate the regulatory compliance and stewardship for the Yam project.
    Supervise and manage research staff for gene-editing of yam.
    Collaborate with national and international research institutions to advance gene-editing research in yam.
    Support the development of grant proposals to secure funding for further research in gene editing and manage research projects effectively.
    Actively participate in monthly meetings, annual reviews, and planning meetings and contribute to strategic research planning.
    Host visitors, donors, and collaborators providing lab tours and discussing the project’s progress.
    Adhere to institutional policies and perform additional tasks as required.

    Requirements

    The candidate should have a Ph.D. in Plant Biotechnology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a related field with a focus on gene editing technologies. The candidate should have at least two years experience in plant molecular biology, plant engineering or plant biotechnology, with demonstrated experience in gene editing.

    Core Competencies

    Research Excellence:
    Deep understanding of gene editing and its application in crop improvement.
    Proficiency in molecular techniques, including vector design, cloning, PCR, and sequencing.
    Strong experience in plant tissue culture and genetic transformation.
    Excellent data analysis and bioinformatics skills.
    Innovation: Ability to develop novel approaches to genetic engineering and problem-solving.
    Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
    Communication: Skilled in disseminating research outcomes to scientific audiences.
    Project Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage the project.
    Proven track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
    Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya.

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  • Senior Data Manager Data Quality Lead Regional Laboratory Officers Regional Linkage to Care Officers Regional Community Mobilization Officers Regional Survey Coordinators

    Job Summary

    The Senior Data Manager will play a pivotal role in the Kenya Population-Based HIV Impact Assessment (KENPHIA II) survey, leading and directing all data management activities. This role involves managing the production of statistical studies and handling data using advanced statistical tools like SAS, STATA, R, and Python. The Senior Data Manager will also supervise data analysts and manage the presentation of findings to stakeholders.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Data Management
    Develop the Survey Data Management Plan
    Handle large and complex data sets, ensuring data quality, integrity, and confidentiality.
    Develop and implement robust data management processes to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
    Manage large databases and maintain data systems using tools such as SAS, R, Python, and SQL.
    Oversee data cleaning and verification to ensure data quality and reliability.
    Prepare comprehensive data reports using appropriate data visualisation tools for effective communication with stakeholders.
    Employ advanced SQL scripting for complex data extraction and management.
    Support the design and review of survey instruments like questionnaires, tracking forms, etc.
    Analyse survey data using SAS ,STATA or R, accounting for design features like stratification, clustering, and weighting.
    Reporting and Presentations
    Write detailed analysis plans, finalize tabulation plans and descriptions of analyses and findings for research protocols or reports.
    Develop and present routine progress reports to stakeholders in weekly and monthly meetings using various data visualisation tools.
    Input real-time data to dashboards to provide stakeholders with live updates on the survey’s progress.
    Prepare comprehensive data reports, including tables and graphs to present clinical or survey results.
    Team Management
    Lead, mentor, and monitor the performance of the data analysts and associates.
    Set performance standards and conduct performance appraisals.
    Statistical Study Design and Analysis
    Design, analyse, and implement targeted statistical studies for survey/public health research.
    Conduct statistical analyses complex survey data.
    Use SAS, STATA, R, and Python for data manipulation, analysis, and visualisation.
    Generate weighted point estimates and inference estimations for survey outcomes, applying Jackknife or Taylor series linearisation techniques as needed.

    Requirements

    Required Qualifications:

    Master’s degree or higher in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a related field.
    At least 5 years of experience in a data management role, preferably in a research or health care setting.
    Proficiency in statistical software such as SAS, STATA, R, and Python.
    Extensive experience with SQL scripting for complex data extraction and manipulation.
    Knowledge of advanced statistical methods, including longitudinal analysis, mixed-effect modelling, logistic regression analyses, and model-building techniques.
    Proven experience in survey instrument design and data collection in field studies.
    Strong leadership skills with experience in training and mentoring team members.
    Knowledge of variance estimation techniques such as Jackknife and Taylor series linearisation.

    Additional Requirements:

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
    Deep understanding of public health surveys and response rates.
    Demonstrated ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
    Familiarity with the survey’s study data system, including real-time data monitoring, household monitoring, field team management, laboratory sample tracking, quality and proficiency test tool, real-time dashboard, and linkage-to-care applications.

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  • MEAL Officer

    MEAL Officer

    Objective of the MEAL Officer Position:

    Provide support in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) activities
    Liaise with the UNICEF Program Manager and Program Officers to ensure field teams are fully supported
    Contribute to M&E processes, including reporting, data quality assessments, and data utilization
    Transfer M&E knowledge and skills to teams
    Assist in conducting surveys and assessments related to data, nutrition, and health information
    Support comprehensive reporting across all M&E activities

    Primary Duties and Responsibilities

    Project design: Contribute to the development various monitoring and evaluation frameworks for both existing and new projects.
    Manage MEL processes: Conduct and oversee data collection efforts to align with the overall Project Monitoring Framework.
    Coordination: Coordination with MEAL Manager to report data from field and support in the development of tools required for data collection and verification.
    Quality of data: Conduct data quality assessments at the field in collaboration with the project managers and officers to verify the data submitted and ensure that the data reflects the reality on the ground.
    Facilitate utilization of data: Ensure that the data collected is presented well for utilization, accountability, and regular reporting to all stakeholders. The M&E officer will also coordinate the dissemination of information and learning based on the agreed data use and sharing plan for the project.
    Coach or transfer knowledge and skills: Support Project staff in understanding the required MEAL indicators for both internal reporting and donor reporting.
    Knowledge management: Coordinate collaborative learning within the project and with the county, work with the teams to document and share learning, and prepare technical briefs and case studies.
    County M&E Coordination: Work closely with the program officers, to ensure coherence in the project data and county data and support in planning for and holding regular review meetings to assess the progress against the set targets and provide recommendations.
    Assist in undertaking research and assessments.
    Represent Helen Keller at national and/or county-level coordination forums
    Assist with any other duty assigned

    Key Skills and competencies required

    Project Understanding: The M&E officer must understand key terminologies in project implementation i.e., project results framework, indicators, project design, and general donor reporting requirements
    People Skills: The M&E officer should have good communication skills and experience in explaining project results framework and MEAL approach.
    Analytical Skills: The M&E officer should be able to translate data to information that links to project goals, highlight trends and problems identified from the data, and demonstrate results/achievements.
    Data management and analysis software: The M&E officer should have strong analytical skills in STATA, SPSS, ENA for SMART, EPI infor, SQUEAC. Data collection platforms- SurveyCTO, ODK.
    Quantitative and qualitative research methods/ approaches in public health fields.
    Knowledge in computer applications Microsoft Office 365 (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook).

    Required qualifications and experience:

    Bachelor’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Public Health, Nutrition, Statistics and Social Sciences and other relevant fields
    Strong background in public health, statistics or nutrition with a minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in M&E.
    Strong experience in collecting, analysing, and interpreting data in the public health sector
    Knowledge of evaluation methodologies e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods
    Experience in planning and managing surveys
    Experience in data quality assessments and oversight with excellent attention to detail
    Experience training or coaching others in MEAL -related topics
    Experience working on nutrition programs.
    Excellent written and spoken English
    Good communication and interpersonal skills

    Interested candidates should send their cover letter and a detailed curriculum vitae to email address: kenya.recruitment@hki.org. Please indicate the position on the subject line of the email. The deadline of application is 9th October 2024

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    kenya.recruitment@hki.org

  • Project Controller

    Project Controller

    About the role:

    The Financial Project Controller plays a critical role in overseeing the financial management of grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies. This role requires advanced skills in financial analysis, grant management and stakeholder management.

    Your tasks

    Financial Planning and Reporting: Develop comprehensive project budgets, incorporating inputs from multiple stakeholders and accounting for potential risks and contingencies.
    Develop Monthly, Quarterly, Biannually, and Yearly Financial Reports.
    Analyze financial information to assess project performance and budget utilization.  
    Grant Management: Coordinate, compile, draft, and edit high-quality financial reporting. Ensuring adherence to donor regulations and requirements throughout the project lifecycle, including financial management, procurement, and reporting.
    Maintaining regular communication with donor, partners, program team and other stakeholders to provide updates on project progress and address concerns.  
    Capacity Building and Knowledge Sharing: Providing training and technical assistance to project staff and partners to strengthen their skills in grant management, financial reporting, and compliance. Stay informed of emerging trends, best practices, and regulatory changes in grant funding and financial management and ensure the relevant stakeholders are informed as well. Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in grant management processes and financial controls.  

    Your profile

    Proficient in working with financial figures, with a basic understanding of accounting procedures.
    Advanced Excel skills and a keen interest in working with data integration and linking different systems are highly preferred skills for this role.
    Proven ability to maintain effective working relationships in diverse, multicultural environments.
    Eagerness to enhance processes and databases, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
    Excellent English. French skills are preferable. Hands-on approach, proactive personality and strong motivation.

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  • Trainer

    Trainer

    Role Description

    This is a full-time on-site Trainer role located in Nairobi County, Kenya with Africa Youth Trust. As a Trainer, your responsibilities will involve developing and delivering training programs, assessing training needs, and evaluating the effectiveness of training sessions. Additionally, you will collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of training programs with organizational goals.

    Qualifications

    Experience in designing and delivering training programs
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills
    Ability to assess training needs and evaluate training outcomes
    Knowledge of learning principles and training methodologies
    Excellent organizational and time management abilities

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  • Evaluation Consultant for Performance Assessment for UNEP Project PIMS 2013 ( Value Chains in Haiti) and Terminal Evaluation of UNEP GEF Project 9678 (Political Will for Natural Resource Management) Faith for Earth Coalition Intern Finance and Administration Assistant

    Evaluation Consultant for Performance Assessment for UNEP Project PIMS 2013 ( Value Chains in Haiti) and Terminal Evaluation of UNEP GEF Project 9678 (Political Will for Natural Resource Management) Faith for Earth Coalition Intern Finance and Administration Assistant

    SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES 

    Data collection and analysis phase, including: conduct desk review of available secondary data and conduct interviews with the project team, partners and stakeholders, to the extent possible;
    ensure independence of the evaluation and confidentiality of interviews; and
    regularly report back to the Evaluation Manager on progress and inform of any possible problems or issues encountered. Reporting phase, including:
    draft the Final Performance Assessment report, ensuring that, to the extent feasible, it is complete, coherent and consistent with the Evaluation Office guidelines both in substance and style;
    liaise with the Evaluation Manager on comments received and finalize the report, ensuring that all review comments have been sufficiently taken into account;
    prepare a Response to Comments annex for the report, listing any comments partially/not accepted by the Consultant and indicating the reason for this. GEF 9678 – “POLLITICAL WILL” Reporting phase, including: draft the Main Evaluation Report, ensuring that the evaluation report is complete, coherent and consistent with the Evaluation Manager guidelines both in substance and style;
    liaise with the Evaluation Manager on comments received and finalize the Main Evaluation Report, ensuring that comments are taken into account until approved by the Evaluation Manager
    prepare a Response to Comments annex for the main report, listing those comments not accepted by the Evaluation Consultant and indicating the reason for the rejection; and (where agreed with the Evaluation Manager) prepare an Evaluation Brief (2-page summary of the evaluand and the key evaluation findings and lessons) Managing relations, including: maintain a positive relationship with evaluation stakeholders, ensuring that the evaluation process is as participatory as possible but at the same time maintains its independence;
    communicate in a timely manner with the Evaluation Manager on any issues requiring its attention and intervention. The Evaluation Consultant shall have had no prior involvement in the formulation or implementation of the project and will be independent from the participating institutions.
    The consultant will sign the Evaluation Consultant Code of Conduct Agreement Form.
    The Evaluation Consultant will be selected and recruited by the UNEP Evaluation Office through an individual consultancy contract. Comprehensive terms of reference will be shared with the consultant separately.

    Qualifications/special skills

    A first level university degree in environmental sciences, international development or other relevant political or social sciences area is required and an advanced degree in the same areas is desirable.
    A minimum of 9 years of technical / evaluation experience is required, preferably including evaluating large, regional or global programmes and using a Theory of Change approach;
    A good/broad understanding of ecosystems management.
    Working knowledge of the UN system and specifically the work of UNEP is an added advantage

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  • Coordinator Analyst, MLU 3

    Coordinator Analyst, MLU 3

    Job Description

    The coordinator patterns their leadership after the example of Jesus Christ, strengthens those they lead, effectively administers Seminary and Institute (S&I) programs in an assigned geographic area, and builds unity with others. This is a people manager position. The coordinator should have a strong background and experience in learning, teaching, training, communication, managing resources, and helping others to grow in their performance and development. The work of a coordinator helps youth and young adults deepen their conversion to Jesus Christ and His restored gospel, qualify for the blessings of the temple, and prepare themselves, their families, and others for eternal life with their Father in Heaven. 

    Responsibilities

    Teach S&I classes in the Savior’s way as the assignment requires.  
    Work in partnership with the area/region director, stake presidencies, high council, stake supervisors, ward leaders, and called teachers to: 
    set goals, make plans, and implement them to increase the number of youth and young adults participating in seminary and institute.  
    improve the learning experience and assess student experience for all youth and young adults (including students with disabilities) enrolled in your programs.  
    Build the capability of stake-called teachers to accomplish what is outlined in Teaching in the Savior’s Way. This may include monthly discussions, micro-training, in-service, digital and in-person observation, feedback, resources, and support.  
    Prepare the annual program operating budget, oversee financial performance, and safeguard church assets. 
    Adapt S&I curriculum and provide a pacing guide for local needs. 

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Management/ Administration or equivalent. Master’s degree preferred. 
    6 years of S&I related experience or equivalent which includes 5 years of leadership experience and 3 years of people management experience.   
    Requires a mid-level of understanding and skills related to the principles and practices of teaching, learning, and training. 
    Be proficient in the application of the Leadership Pattern and People Management Principles in S&I settings.  
    Requires mid-level interpersonal communication skills—including verbal communication, active listening, body language, openness, negotiation, decision making, and conflict resolution and mediation. 

    Preferred 

    Demonstrate content knowledge related to effective teaching and training in online and remote learning environments and effective use of online / remote learning tools. 
    Knowledge of S&I systems and programs preferred

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  • Facilitator Consultant – PSI Urban WASH meeting

    Facilitator Consultant – PSI Urban WASH meeting

    The Facilitator Consultant will:

    Work with PSI HQ WASH and PSI Global Services Hub staff to conduct the 3-day meeting, including:
    Plan and review the meeting agenda, content and format, to ensure progressive arrangement of the main themes and efficient time management.
    Facilitate the meeting and contribute to moderating sessions to maximize engagement and ensure the achievement of the required meeting outcomes.
    Maintain a concise record of sessions and activities, to contribute to the final report.
    Provide post-meeting technical outputs, including:
    Debriefing session with PSI WASH HQ staff.
    Prepare a concise summary report of meeting sessions according to the thematic areas discussed.
    Outline within the summary report, a draft of the PSI urban WASH strategy drawing from the thematic areas, experiences and lessons learned shared during the meeting.

    What are we looking for?

    Advanced university degree in public health, engineering, urban development, or a related field.
    10 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and/or evaluating sanitation programs.
    Significant experience designing, leading, and facilitating similar workshops, and a proven track record of leading and facilitating thematic and strategic planning workshops.
    Demonstrated excellence in analytical writing, interpersonal and communication skills.
    Ability to contribute to the internal and external body of evidence in relevant technical area.
    Ability to distill complex technical concepts into strategic goals, objectives, and approaches; demonstrated strategic decision-making.
    Fluency in written and oral English. Proficiency in French would be an added advantage.
    Preferably based in Kenya. The consultancy will not pay for travel.

    Interested applicants should submit the following documents to procurement@psinairobi.org by October 11th 2024, at 11 :00hrs East Africa Time.

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    procurement@psinairobi.org

  • Digital Marketing Intern

    Digital Marketing Intern

    Role Description

    This is a full-time on-site role for a Digital Marketing Intern. The Digital Marketing Intern will be responsible for social media marketing, digital marketing, web analytics, online marketing, and communication. The role will involve assisting with the implementation of digital marketing strategies, managing social media accounts, analyzing website analytics, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

    Qualifications

    Social Media Marketing and Digital Marketing skills
    Web Analytics and Online Marketing skills
    Strong communication skills
    Experience with social media platforms and digital marketing tools
    Knowledge of web analytics tools and techniques
    Ability to analyze data and generate insights
    Creativity and ability to think strategically
    Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
    Self-motivated and eager to learn
    Relevant coursework or degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

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