Company Type: Sector in NGO

Climate Change Specialist

the consultant will undertake the following activities:
Design a proposal on Capacity building on climate finance coordination and integrated climate investment in Africa.
Design a resource mobilization strategy to raise funds to support climate finance activities in Africa

Qualifications/special skills

Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field, such as environment, climate change, project design, economics, public policy/administration or development studies.
Knowledge and experience in designing Green Climate Fund projects

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careers.un.org

November 5, 2024
Fundraising & Resource Development Lead

Resource Responsibilities

Specifically, the FRRD Lead will be responsible for but not limited to:
Participates as an active member of the resource mobilization team.
The FRRD Lead will work collaboratively with the Senior & Program Managers and may have operational FRRD market analysis and assessment of current and potential opportunities for Act!
Support the review and analysis of calls (Requests) for proposals to determine the alignment with Act! mission and vision.
Offer expertise in establishing suitability, competitiveness, and success potentials for each opportunity (published, or unsolicited).
Be a strong team member of the FRRD team at Act!
Contribute to (and sometimes lead) the actual design and proposals (and concepts) writing in the form of proposals and concept notes.
Support the actual delivery of the new businesses developed in a capacity determined at the design phase (Advisor, Associate Consultant, Subject Expert, etc.) and for which the terms and conditions shall be agreed upon.

FRRD Performance Standards & Measurement

Contribute to the establishment of high FRRD standards of excellence for Act!
Support the establishment and documentation of new program ideas and strategic opportunities for the development of full proposals by various program platforms.
The performance of this role shall be measured by the actual outcomes from all the fundraising efforts that the Associate has participated in (actual funds received and new partnerships established).

Qualification, Experience and Skills:
Academic Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant development field, resource mobilization, Business & management, or related field. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications

Must demonstrate mastery of resource mobilization techniques and corresponding success in the development sector as well as in the technical and advisory services realm (Technical Assistance) in sectors relevant to the work of Act!

Experience

Minimum 10 years’ experience in Fundraising and Resource Development in Kenya and the Eastern Africa Region in sectors relevant to the work of Act! These include Democracy & Human Rights; Peace Building and Conflict Transformation; Sustainable Environment & Natural Resource Management; and Civil Society Strengthening. Experience in partnership development with nontraditional donors is highly desirable.

If you meet the requirements in the position description, please submit (1) a detailed and current CV; (2) an Application Cover Letter demonstrating why you qualify for the position indicating the current or the last gross salary and three referees including their most current contact details. All applications should be submitted electronically to hr.admin@act.or.ke quoting the reference number (ACT/FRRD/10/2024) and position on the e-mail subject line. The deadline for application submission is COB, Friday 15th November 2024.

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hr.admin@act.or.ke

November 5, 2024
Finance and Admin Intern

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly motivated Finance and Admin Intern to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in finance and accounting within the nonprofit sector. The intern will support our finance department in various tasks, including financial reconciliation, assisting in the preparation of finance reports for programs and donors, and other related duties.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts for programs and conors.
Perform reconciliation of accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies.
Support the organization in the development and monitoring of budgets for various programs and projects.
Help maintain accurate financial records and documentation, ensuring that all transactions are properly recorded and classified.Assist in processing invoices, receipts, and payments, ensuring timely and accurate financial operations.
Collaborate with the program team to prepare financial reports for donors, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and financial policies.
Participate in audits and financial reviews as required, including preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
Assist in financial analysis tasks, such as variance analysis, to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Organize, file, and maintain both physical and digital records of financial and administrative documents, ensuring easy retrieval and secure storage.
Support procurement processes, including obtaining quotes, processing purchase orders, and managing vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and regulations, including grant management and reporting requirements.
Contribute to other finance-related tasks as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Holds a degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g QuickBooks, Xero).
Minimum of two years of experience in finance within the nonprofit sector.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of ateam.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

BENEFITS

Gain practical experience in finance within the non-profit sector.
Opportunity to work with a passionate and dedicated team.
Networking opportunities with professionals in the field.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter explaining their interest in the internship and how their skills align with the responsibilities to opportunities@youthchangerskenya.org by 5th November 2024 with the subject email as First Name; Finance Intern application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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opportunities@youthchangerskenya.org

November 5, 2024
Feasibility Study on My Healthy School in Kenya

The consultant, with guidance from the Malteser International Program team, is expected to conduct a feasibility study to determine the practicality and effectiveness of implementing the project. The objectives of the assignment include:

Analysis of the demand and impact of the project within the pre-selected schools
Analyze the resources (financial, technical, and human) required for implementation
Identify potential challenges and risks
Evaluate the project’s potential for scalability and sustainability

Key Competence

The consultant should have expertise in conducting evaluations within the humanitarian context of ASAL Kenya and Ethiopia.
The consultant should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in public health, education, food security, nutrition, WASH, health systems management, resilience programming or another health-related field.
The team should possess strong research skills including the ability to collect and analyze data with demonstrated high level of professionalism and ability to work in tight timelines.
The consultant should also demonstrate experience, capacity and experience in conducting project preparation studies, assessments or feasibility studies, prior work with the OECD-DAC criteria and/or BMZ/BENGO within a proposed timeframe.

Interested parties must submit their applications (expression of interest with technical and financial proposal including detailed profile of the team and reference assignments -max 5 pages) by email referenced under title ‘Feasibility Study on My Healthy School In Kenya and Ethiopia’ to nairobi@malteser-international.org . Deadline for submission: 06.11.2024 at 5:00pm EAT.

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nairobi@malteser-international.org

November 5, 2024
Contracts and Admin Officer

Terms of Reference:

Develop partner contracts in line with the project’s requirements and legal frameworks.
Maintain a comprehensive database, tracking key milestones, deliverables and deadlines.
Provide administrative support to project staff.
Facilitate logistical and procurement arrangements for project activities, including travel, accommodation and event planning.
Assist in the preparation and submission of project reports, ensuring accuracy and timelines.
Support onboarding processes for partners, including contract preparation and orientation.
Implement agreements in coordination with project teams and partners,
monitoring progress and ensuring adherence to contractual obligations.
Customize and manage contracting templates for each partner, adapting them to local contexts and regulatory requirements.
Support the Senior Finance Officer to review partner reports.
Address any contractual issues or disputes that arise working with legal and project teams to resolve them.

Criteria:

Candidates submitting their application for consideration as Contracts and Admin Officer will be required to meet the following criteria:
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in contract management, project administration or related role, preferably within an international development context.
Strong understanding of contract law and negotiation processes.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management software.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to accurately develop, review and manage contracts and administrative documents.
Capability to address and resolve issues related to contracts, administration and HR.
Ability to work effectively with diverse teams across multiple countries.

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docs.google.com

November 5, 2024
UX/UI Developer -KUJA

PROJECTSUMMARY

Kuja is a start-up with a complex and diverse portfolio of products and services that equips and connects impact-driven organizations to accelerate change. The products include KujaBuild, KujaLink, KujaLearn and KujaConsult.
KujaBuild is the primary offering, a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) offering, and seeks to empower CSOs with internal capacity-building solutions that enable them to qualify for and capture bilateral and multilateral awards.
KujaLink delivers more direct connections and funding flows between CSOs and philanthropic funders to maximise the impact of the invested resources.
KujaLearn offers innovative learning opportunities for philanthropic funders and INGOs in support of their efforts to provide more targeted, direct funding to the organizations best equipped to deliver impact to their target beneficiaries.
KujaConsult offers consulting services primarily for philanthropic funders and INGOs in support of their efforts to increase their direct funding and improve their partnerships with local and national CSOs to be more equitable and in line with their commitments.

BACKGROUND FOR CONSULTANCY

We are seeking a skilled and experienced UI/UX Developer to create and implement engaging, user-friendly digital experiences. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in UI/UX design and front-end development, translating design concepts into functional, attractive, and accessible web interfaces. As a UI/UX Developer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to build seamless user experiences, primarily for our Kuja products, which connect and equip impact-driven organizations to accelerate change.
This role requires a strong foundation in both user-centered design principles and front-end technologies. You will collaborate with product, engineering, and design teams to ensure all platforms deliver a high-quality experience to users.

SCOPE OF WORK AND MAIN TASKS

The Kuja UX/UI Developer will be responsible for overseeing the visual design of the platform and ensure it is user friendly

User-Centric Design and Development

Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes, translating user needs and business goals into high-quality interfaces.
Develop responsive and visually compelling user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js, Angular).
Ensure all designs and implementations align with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and user-centered design principles.

Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams

Partner with product managers, designers, and developers to define and implement UI/UX standards, ensuring alignment with product goals and user needs.
Facilitate feedback sessions and conduct usability testing to iterate and refine designs based on user feedback.

Design System Management and Consistency

Develop and maintain a design system to ensure consistency across products, contributing to a cohesive visual language and user experience.
Document and update design guidelines, components, and standards, ensuring scalability and ease of reuse.

Usability Testing and Continuous Improvement

Conduct and analyze usability tests to gather insights on user behavior and experience.
Iterate on designs based on test results and feedback, continually enhancing user engagement and satisfaction.

Performance and Optimization

Optimize front-end performance to ensure fast loading, responsive interfaces across various devices and browsers.
Implement and maintain best practices for code quality, modularity, and version control (e.g., Git).

Quality Assurance and Testing

Collaborate with the QA team to ensure that all UI components are rigorously tested for functionality, usability, and visual accuracy.
Integrate manual and automated testing into the development cycle, ensuring high-quality, bug-free deployments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Proficiency

Proficient in front-end programming languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
Strong experience with design tools such as Adobe XD, Figma, Sketch, or InVision.
Knowledge of responsive and adaptive design principles and familiarity with mobile-first design.

User Experience Design and Research

Demonstrates expertise in user-centered design, including information architecture, interaction design, and usability testing.
Solid understanding of accessibility standards and experience designing inclusive digital experiences.

Collaboration and Communication

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate design choices and technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively across teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture.

Problem Solving and Continuous Learning

Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing requirements and user feedback.
Commitment to staying updated on industry trends, new tools, and best practices in UI/UX development.

Educational Background

Bachelor’s degree in Design, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in UI/UX design and front-end development, with a strong portfolio showcasing completed projects.
Experience working in agile development environments and familiarity with DevOps practices is a plus.

Technical Proficiency

Skilled in front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue) and design tools (Figma, Adobe XD).
Proficient in responsive web design, accessibility standards, and cross-browser compatibility.

Agile Practices

Experience with Agile development methodologies, including collaboration in Scrum or similar iterative processes.

Soft Skills

Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring quality in both design and implementation.

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adesoafrica.org

November 5, 2024
Request for Proposal for Consultant Specializing in Livelihood and Social Finance

The objective of this consultancy is to conduct a comprehensive needs assessment of smallholder farmers, workers, and vulnerable groups within the tea and coffee value chains in Kenya. The consultant will focus on assessing livelihoods, identifying financial and non-financial service needs, and examining how these impact child labour. The assessment will provide actionable insights that will guide interventions aimed at eliminating child labour by addressing the economic vulnerabilities of these groups.

Scope of Work

Detailed Scope: the consultant will perform a detailed assessment through the following phases:
Desk Research and Preparation (4 days): conduct inception meetings with the project team, review existing reports, studies, and data on child labour, financial inclusion, and smallholder livelihoods in the tea and coffee sectors. Develop all necessary tools for data collection, including focus group discussion guides, interview protocols, and survey questionnaires.
Field Research (10 days): map and identify key beneficiary groups such as smallholder farmers, workers, cooperatives, and village savings and loan associations (VSLAs). Conduct site visits to communities to collect data via surveys, focus groups, and interviews. Assess labour demand and supply dynamics in relation to child labour, and the specific financial needs of these groups.
Stakeholder Interviews (5 days): engage with stakeholders including financial service providers, and association and NGOs to understand the current services and gaps that contribute to child labour in value chains.
Data Analysis and Reporting (5 days): analyze collected data to identify key challenges in livelihoods and financial access. Develop a comprehensive report including actionable solutions and personas that describe typical beneficiaries’ interactions with financial services.
Feedback and Validation (5 day): present preliminary findings to key stakeholders, facilitate a feedback session, and refine the final report based on this input.

Deliverables

Inception meetings summary
Data collection and analysis tools
Raw data
Comprehensive needs assessment report (PDF and Word format)
Stakeholder workshop materials
Dissemination Materials: a one-page summary, and PowerPoint presentation summarizing the findings and proposed solutions

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nboprocurement@ilo.org

November 5, 2024
Operations Assistant

Position Overview

Reporting to the Senior Operations Officer, the incumbent shall ensure efficiency in the management of the office and provide logistical and operations support to the UAF-Africa Nairobi office.

Specific Responsibilities

Provide logistical support for events, missions, and conferences.
Facilitate hotel visits to assess events, staff, and stakeholders’ travel.
Assist in travel arrangements, including verifying all bookings with hotels and airlines, processing of visas, collaborating with transport companies for all ground transfers, and providing travel insurance for staff.
Facilitate travel logistics for the Executive Director in Kenya in liaison with the Senior Operations Officer.
Support the drafting of travel logistics notes for all travels related to the events.
Collaborate with approved travel agents on ticketing.
Ensure travel documents and next of kin information for travelers and participants are up to date and filed for smooth ticketing processes.
Prepare purchase requests for approval, negotiate with suppliers, and liaise with the Procurement Committee for supplier selection.
Facilitate logistics for the Feminist Republik Festival as scheduled.
Assist in managing the organisation’s filing system.
Monitor follow-up actions from correspondence.
Minute-taking during the various meetings.
Respond to internal and external emails.
Supervise the function of the Office Assistant and Operations Intern
Facilitate office errands as necessary.
Ensure maintenance of equipment and office premises in consultation with the landlord.
Assist in managing vendor performance and adherence to contracted terms, ensuring suppliers comply with the Fund’s policies.
Supervise all aspects of office reception, including, but not limited to, answering phone calls, meeting, greeting, and settling visitors.
Schedule and assist with preparing internal and external meetings (e.g., sending meeting invitations, booking and preparing rooms, organizing catering, minute-taking etc.).
Dispatch all posts and packages as necessary.
Supervise office supplies stocks (stationery, kitchen supplies, IEC materials) and flagging when new supplies need to be ordered;
Oversee general office duties on demand: photocopying, faxing, mailing and filing (hard copy and digital).
Undertake other tasks and activities as requested.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate shall have:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies, Commerce or any related field
2- 3 years experience in administrative and logistics processes.
Proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Excellent written and verbal skills
Ability to interface sensitively with people from various social, economic, political, cultural and religious backgrounds.
Passionate about UAF-Africa’s mission, committed to teamwork, and achieving results and building effective teams.

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uafahrrec.peopleshr.com

November 5, 2024
Endline Evaluation of Eastern Africa Peace and Southern Africa Fighting Inequality Advocacy Programmes

Deliverables

Deliverables for this assignment would be:

Written inception report and schedule agreed with NCA within one week of commencement
Endline assessment report: A detailed report outlining the findings, analysis, and key recommendations derived from the evaluation.
An executive summary is incorporated in the above, not exceeding three pages.
Data sets: Raw data collected during surveys and assessments in a format accessible for further analysis anonymized.
FGD score sheets/ reports/recordings and key informant interview forms/ reports.
Related codebooks and data analysis files (SPSS syntax files or whichever tool is used for quantitative analysis)
All field notes which should guarantee anonymity for the interviewees
Presentation slides of findings to the NCA regional team

Key responsibilities of the Consultant

The Consultant is expected to produce:

A detailed work plan and inception report developed with and approved by NCA, setting out the detailed methodology and relevant technical standards to be used as a reference for the evaluation, sampling strategy and deliverables before commencing the desk review.
Develop quantitative and qualitative data-gathering tools in consultation with the NCA Regional MEAL Advisor.
Conduct training for the data collection teams, including pre‐testing data collection tools.
Plan and coordinate quantitative and qualitative data collection
The work plan, inception report, draft report, final report, presentation, etc., and communication language must be in English.
Anonymized copies of all data collected in Excel or appropriate format would enable cross-checking and additional analysis.
The consultant will present draft findings and recommendations.

Desired Qualifications and abilities

A minimum master’s degree in social sciences or relevant field; Statistics, M&E
At least 10 years experience undertaking assessments for advocacy programs in Africa
Expertise in conflict analysis,peace programming, natural resource governance and economic justice advocacy
Must have led at least two to three similar/assignments in the past 4 years
Strong analytical skills with proven experience in collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
Extensive experience in undertaking endlines/evaluations in Africa
Excellent conflict-sensitive approaches and ability to work in highly sensitive environments
Knowledge of and familiarity with Eastern and Southern African contexts
Fluent in both oral and written English. Portuguese is an asset.
Excellent Analytical, Communication and Report writing skills

The closing date for receipt of applications is 15th November 2024. Please submit your applications by email to logistics.nairobi@nca.no with the subject line NCA RPP & ROSA Consultancy: Endline Study.

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logistics.nairobi@nca.no

November 5, 2024
Portfolio Manager Loan Officer

We are seeking a Portfolio Manager to join our team in Kenya. This critical role will work directly with businesses post-investment to ensure they maximize the opportunities our funding provides. As a Portfolio Manager, you will build and maintain strong relationships with our clients, providing hands-on support to help these businesses grow, manage risks, and succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Relationship Management: Act as the primary contact for a portfolio of businesses, providing ongoing support and guidance to help them leverage Balloon Ventures’ funding effectively.
Business Growth Support: Work closely with businesses to understand their goals, monitor their progress, and identify areas for growth and improvement.
Risk Management: Conduct regular assessments to monitor each business’s financial health and manage risks associated with the loan portfolio.
Data & Reporting: Collect and analyze business performance data, provide regular updates to senior management, and recommend strategic adjustments to ensure optimal impact.
Training & Capacity Building: Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and one-on-one coaching to help business owners develop the skills needed to sustain and expand their operations.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

2+ years of experience in financial and managerial accounting; operations management or post-investment relationship management
Strong understanding of SME operations with good business acumen
Excellent at building and maintaining strong relationships based on trust.
Demonstrated success in client relationship management and business support.
Excellent communication skills
Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with the Kenyan SME landscape is a strong advantage.
Must be willing to relocate to Nakuru with travels in the Rift and Western regions of Kenya.

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November 5, 2024