Jobs Kenya

Company Type: Sector in NGO

  • Mombasa Project Officer (f/m)

    Mombasa Project Officer (f/m)

    Job Description
    We are looking for an outgoing person who is able to work with minimum supervision as Liaison officer in our Mombasa office. The candidate should be easily adaptable to new situations with ability to interact with people of all walks of life. He / she should value team work and flexibility. Since the job involves handling money, a proven record of accuracy, honesty and integrity are part of the selection procedure.
    Requirements:

    Excellent interpersonal skills with a good command of English and Swahili languages
    Willing to learn and support the philosophy of Ujima Foundation
    Relevant experience in business administration is an added advantage
    Independent, resilient and adaptable worker
    Report writing skills
    Good networking skills
    Minimum Diploma holder

    Experience:

    2-3 years’ experience in training out of school youths
    Work based learning experience
    2-3 years working experience in the coastal region
    Experience working with the youth, especially in the coastal region
    Preferably knowledge of the Hospitality and/or Beauty care sector
    Preferably with Marketing and/or Public relations skills

    Summary of Responsibilities:

    Recruitment of employers
    Recruitment of beneficiaries
    Training of Employ ability skills to beneficiaries
    Training the master craftsman
    Conducting regular follow-ups with employers
    Attaching trainees to employers
    Attach the graduates
    Track and Trace beneficiaries
    Regular reporting to line manager
    Participate in upscaling Ujima Mombasa
    Representative of Ujima in Mombasa
    Support logistics for Ujima/Partner’s staff visits
    General administration of Mombasa office
    Manage interns/volunteers
    Create and maintain support network for the beneficiaries

    Reporting to: Head of Training Department
    Job class: PO 3: P 13 – 28
    Contract: One-year renewable
    Work station: Mombasa Field office

  • Psychosocial Counselor Psychosocial Counselor Volunteer

    Psychosocial Counselor Psychosocial Counselor Volunteer

    Job Description
    The Forced Migration Program
    Based at the Nairobi branch office and Mombasa Regional Office, the Forced Migration Program is specifically devoted to the welfare of urban refugees in Kenya.KITUO seeks to recruit, in the Forced Migration Program, a dynamic, self driven and result oriented person to fill in the above-cited position in the Nairobi program.
    Reporting to the Coordinator Forced Migration Program, he/she will carry out the following:
    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    Assessing the mental health status of refugees and producing a data base
    Providing individual counseling, support groups or group psychotherapy
    Collaborate closely with legal officers in terms of case management and follow-up of clients
    Providing training for non-clinical staff regarding trauma-related issues and self-care strategies
    Sensitizing refugee communities regarding trauma and empowering them to develop own strategies to overcome consequences of war and violence
    Provide training for and supervisecommunity membersworking as lay-counselors
    Program development including proposal and report writing and financial monitoring
    Advocacy & Networking

    Qualifications& Skills:

    Master degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology or Bachelor degree/similar qualificationwith strong proven knowledge and experience in providing technical support to MHPSS programs.
    3 years of professional experience in working with survivors of war, political violence and torture, preferably in a NGO context.
    Experience in the participatory development of community-based programs.
    Very good command of Kiswahili and English, oral and written.
    Knowledge of refugee-related (legal) issues is an advantage.
    Strong communication and interpersonal& interculturalskills.

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  • Operations Officer

    Operations Officer

    The specific tasks to for this staff include;

    Ensure that all the organizational policies for the SACCO are in place and members are inducted into these policies
    Log in members contributions into the accounting software and maintain updated member records
    Register new eligible SACCO members
    Ensure all loan applications are received, acted upon and disbursement to members as per the loan policy
    Track all loan repayment and produce reports on the same
    Ensure members are adequately informed on the status of their accounts
    Support the Chairs to Prepare for board and supervisory committee meeting
    Ensure all books of account are well maintained, reconciliation are conducted regularly and financial statement prepared for the board
    Ensure that the SACCO is appropriately branded and the communication strategy fully implemented
    Prepare for audits
    Logistical support to the board and supervisors committee meetings & operations
    Ensure SACCO compliance with statutory requirement
    Mange and be custodian of SACCO assets and documents

    Desired Qualification

    Past experience working in a SACCO
    Demonstrated experience in a financial accounting system e.g QuickBooks
    High numerical skills
    Willingness to work with grassroots women in rural and diverse cultural context
    Effective communication & leadership skills

  • Protection Officer

    Protection Officer

    Duration of the project: 36 Months
    Duration of the contract:
    12 Months (Renewable up to a maximum of 31 months and with a 3 months’ probation period)
    Starting date: 15th of January 2019
    Brief outline of the project: the project aims at strengthening the Juvenile Justice System in Kenya in compliance with the international standards and involving local authorities, all relevant stakeholders, civil society and the private sector.
    CEFA is therefore looking for 3 well-qualified Protection Officers who shall work together towards achieving the objectives of this project.

    3 Protection Officers will support the Juvenile Justice actors in implementing diversion mechanisms and restorative justice methodologies in the Counties of Nyeri, Mombasa, Nairobi and other location decided by the Government departments and the project management.

    MAIN DUTIES
    Planning and Implementation

    Implement penal mediation and case conferencing within Police Stations, Child Protection Units, Children Courts, Court User Committee and Area Advisory Councils
    Facilitate training on restorative justice and diversion for Public officers
    Support the identification and management of the minors that can benefit from diversion mechanisms
    Offer high level of psychosocial support to beneficiaries on deserving cases
    Case study and case recording,
    Supporting the case management of minors in contact with the law;
    Participate on periodic meetings to identify priorities, challenges and way forwards, design strategies and develop work plans to implement project activities
    Represent CEFA in the juvenile statutory institutions, police stations, Children Courts and the target area at large

    Reporting and Coordination

    Send periodic narrative and financial reports on the progress of the work and planned activities;
    Management and reporting of expenses related to the implemented activities;
    Participate in organizing workshops, meetings and training related to the areas of responsibility;
    Provide the supervisor with adequate communication and documentation
    Provide organizational and logistic support to the project;
    Network with relevant agencies for effective referrals and opportunities of collaboration and
    Conduct other activities deemed as necessary within the framework of the Project.

    EDUCATION, COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

    Degree in Law/ Social work/ Sociology/psycho-social studies or Diploma in law/social work with a 2 years’ field experience
    Relevant certification
    Knowledge and expertise in psychology and social work
    Must have at least 2 years working experience in Social Work or psycho-social support, preferably in correctional facilities and/or within the Juvenile Justice System.
    Must have adequate skills in conducting a wide range of negotiations, consultations, coordination among diverse stakeholders most preferably within the Juvenile Justice System in Kenya
    Must have an ability for inclusive planning, execution and lobbying for project activities within child protection context.
    Counseling skills
    Facilitation skills
    Reporting Skills
    Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Office Package)
    Fluent in English and Swahili

    Functional Skills:

    Adaptability to work within Criminal justice and Government Context
    Commitment in Child Protection
    Team Work
    Good communication skills
    Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with analytical approach
    Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
    Ability to strictly adhere to deadlines
    Readiness to sign and abide to a Child protection policy
    Readiness to commit and adhere to values, mission and vision of CEFA

  • Primary Teacher Education (P1) ECDE Teacher P.E Teacher

    Primary Teacher Education (P1) ECDE Teacher P.E Teacher

    Job Description
    Main Tasks and Responsibilities

    Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
    Develop schemes of work and lesson plans, while establishing and communicating clear objectives for all learning activities.
    Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities.
    Prepare classroom for class activities and be able to use relevant technology to support instruction.
    Identify, select and use different instructional resources and methods in educational activities.
    Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
    Measure and evaluate individual student’s overall and holistic performance and development.
    Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and other assignments.
    Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
    Prepare required reports on students and activities undertaken.
    Manage overall student behavior and discipline in and out of class by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, in accordance with established disciplinary systems of the school.
    With guidance from the chaplain, perform certain pastoral duties including student support and counseling students with academic problems.
    Participate in co- curricular activities such as social, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations.
    Participate in departmental, staff and parent meetings.
    Attend scheduled teacher training sessions and participate actively.
    Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
    Communicating, consulting and co-operating with other members of the school staff and management.
    Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

    Qualifications for Primary (P1) teacher
    Primary Teacher Education (P1) from a recognized college for the lower primary level teacher position.
    In addition,

    At least 2 years teaching experience at lower primary school level.
    Willing to work under high pressure and is flexible.
    Must demonstrate passion for teaching and children.
    Tusome program training will be an added advantage.

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  • Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (CLA) Director, Kenya

    Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (CLA) Director, Kenya

    Job description
    Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (CLA) Director, Kenya
    ACDI/VOCA is seeking a Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation Director for an anticipated USAID-funded research and learning opportunity in Kenya, broadly in the areas of agricultural development, market systems, and resilience. The CLA Director will be primarily responsible for leading project learning internally, as well as supporting collaborative design and dissemination processes that enhance application of project-sponsored research and learning externally – e.g. by implementing partners, donors, government staff, and market actors. S/he will provide project leadership as the centralized point for analysis, strategic planning, and support to improve technical implementation, effective use of resources, and sustainability. The CLA Director will also oversee the development and implementation of capturing lessons learned to inform the activity’s technical approach.

    Manage the process of project learning to ensure knowledge and learning from a range of sources – pilot and intervention experiences, performance monitoring data, staff and partner observations, research studies, contextual trends, etc. – is effectively analyzed, shared and applied to improve practice and enhance the scalability, efficiency, and sustainability of project impact. Plan, design, and/or manage processes, tools, and team skills that enable this.
    Provide technical support to project collaborators (e.g. other implementers, government or donor stakeholders, etc) in the areas of learning design and implementation, analysis and reflection, and facilitating adaptive management processes to ensure learning is applied.
    Lead development of the project’s internal learning agenda, collaboratively with stakeholders and cross-functional staff. Update and adjust learning agenda as needed.
    Support development of the project’s external learning agenda, through hosting stakeholder feedback sessions with the project’s research partners to enhance relevancy and practical application of research questions and learning plans. In addition, co-design creative and user-focused ways to disseminate and communicate research findings to maximize absorption and application of information for partners. (e.g. infographics and other graphics, use of social media, well- facilitated in-person meetings, email bursts, web presence, webinar, trainings, etc.).
    Assist the Chief of Party in identifying areas that may require adaptive management which will allow the project to review activities, pilot where relevant, and abandon, modify, or scale them to achieve the desired outcomes. Seek out ways to cultivate skills and behaviors by team members that support behaviors collaboration, learning, and adapting.
    Organize and facilitate regular staff and partner meetings to share experiences and lessons, and brainstorm ways to apply new learning in day-to-day as well as strategic plans.
    Work with the M&E Manager to support research selected activities by providing the necessary program and organizational support.
    Leverage a mix of informational sources and research methods – project M&E and other partner data, observations from staff and partners, primary and secondary market research – to (i) analyze project progress towards goals and learning objectives, (ii) communicate those findings externally (e.g. to donor, external partners) and internally (e.g. to project staff), and (iii) apply that learning into improved work-planning and project activities.
    Participate in regular senior management planning meetings and provide analytical feedback and support to inform technical decisions by senior management and the technical component leads.
    Coordinate regularly with ACDI/VOCA’s headquarters office in Washington, DC, including the program management, M&E, and technical learning and application teams.

    Requirement

    At least 10 years’ experience in international development, preferably working in agriculture, markets, and/or food security programming. Of this, at least 5 years of practical experience in performance monitoring and results management, collaboration and learning. Knowledge of USAID’s CLA approach and/or trends in market development M&E (e.g. measuring systemic change, indirect impact, resilience) desired.
    Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as in business, organizational learning, or economics. .
    Experience with USAID programs and knowledge of USAID rules and regulations desired.
    Previous experience working in Kenya or East Africa strongly preferred.
    Proven experience leading project teams in the process of regularly capturing and analyzing information, reflecting on its implications for current practice, and adapting accordingly to support and improve development outcomes strongly
    Demonstrated ability to inspire cross-functional teams to collaborate effectively and efficiently.
    Excellent oral, written (especially analytical skills to inform high quality reports), and interpersonal skills.
    Fluency in English required.

  • Project Coordinator -TOMS V Project Project Officer -Disaster Risk Reduction/Climate Change adaptation (DRR/CCA)

    Project Coordinator -TOMS V Project Project Officer -Disaster Risk Reduction/Climate Change adaptation (DRR/CCA)

    Job description
    Scope of the Role
    Reporting to the Grants Manager and working closely with the Program Managers, Local Partner staff, and other stakeholders on the ground, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for the overall oversight of the TOMS V project implementation. He/she will be accountable and responsible for ensuring quality in the collection of routine project data and ensuring that all necessary information, both from routine reporting as well as from ad hoc data collection and special studies is well documented and availed to those who support project activities.
    Key Responsibility

    Coordinate overall implementation of project activities in line with the approved plans and in a timely manner.
    Ensure that implementation of project activities is efficient and effective and within donor guidelines; and that ChildFund procedures and policies are adhered to at all times.
    Ensure regular monitoring and evaluation of the project through routine supervisory /verification visits and use information collected to improve project delivery.
    Timely preparation and submission of quality progress reports that meet ChildFund’s and donor requirements as stipulated in the contract.
    Prepare monthly goods inventory reports
    Conduct/coordinate data collection and ensure timely and quality monthly reporting of project activities and compile end of project report.
    Work closely with the Local Partners, communities and other relevant stakeholders to ensure efficient distribution of TOMS shoes
    Maintain accurate project records
    Document case studies, lessons learnt and best practices for experience sharing and replication.
    Coordinate post distribution evaluation
    Any other duties as may be assigned by the organization

    For full job description details and submission of applications, please use the link on our website: https://www.childfund.org/aboutus/whoweare/careers/
    Deadline for submission of applications is on Tuesday, 20th November 2018.
    ChildFund is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children.
    All offers of employment are made contingent upon the successful completion of applicable background and reference checks. The position is open to Kenya citizens. Only short listed candidates will be contacted
    Required Skills

    Degree level qualification in Development studies or any other relevant Social Sciences.
    Ability to work with minimum supervision manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines
    Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations.
    Excellent communication (oral and written) and report writing skills.
    Training and facilitation skills and experience

    Required Experience
    Demonstrated experience implementing programs with Community Based Organizations
     

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  • Facilitator For a 2 days Training in Organizational Development and Governance

    Facilitator For a 2 days Training in Organizational Development and Governance

    Scope of work
    APSP works with different levels of organizations to achieve its objectives, mainly national networks and community based organizations. APSP requires the services of a consultant to build the capacity of the community groups that it works with. Specifically APSP requires a facilitator for a 2 days training in organizational development and governance. The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

    With consultation from APSP, design the appropriate process for the workshop leading to the desired results
    Develop workshop materials
    Facilitate the workshop
    Produce the workshop outcome report. This report should draw on discussions from the workshop with a clear action plan and recommendations for the groups .

  • Intern Accounts Assistant

    Intern Accounts Assistant

    Ref: FCI – HR-001-2018
    Responsibilities
    1. Account payables

    Make payments to utilities and suppliers and maintain accounts for creditors
    Enter all transactions into the accounting system (ERP) identify the proper account codes for each transaction.
    Receive and process all invoices, expense reports and requests for payment.
    Process statutory deductions of NSSF, NHIF and PAYE and remit as per set timelines.
    Collect and verify timesheets, check for project codes and approvals.
    Verify expense reports and ensure timely payment of travel advances / settlement of expenses
    Ensure full verification and reconciliation of payables

    2. Accounts Receivable

    Assist in the billing and invoicing of donors and partners
    Verify status of payments with clients and banks
    Ensure full verification and reconciliation of receivables

    3. Cash Management and Banking

    Ensure that petty cash is managed efficiently and controls are observed
    Verify petty cash vouchers and field expenses
    Ensure full verification and reconciliation of bank statements

    4. Audit, Annual Accounts and Tax Returns

    Assist with tax computations and tax returns for all categories of tax.
    Assist in financial and statutory reporting
    Act as a custodian of accounting records, ledgers, revenues and operating expenses.
    Assist in the preparation of the Fixed Asset Register and inventory control
    Assist in preparation of accounts and other documentation for external audit.
    Assist in internal audit process and compliance with administrative controls.
    Ensure all taxation and legislative requirements are complied with at all times.

    5. Project Support

    Assist in preparation of project budgets
    Provide project financial reports and statements to programme team as required
    Assist project managers in the financial management of projects
    Assist in the management of project assets

    Requirements

    A professional accounting qualification – CPA(K)
    At least one years’ experiences in accounting
    Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Packages (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and good report writing skills.
    High proficient with proven analytical skills.
    Demonstrated ability in financial statements analysis with attention to detail and accuracy.
    Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while juggling and coordinating multiple/conflicting priorities and deadlines.
    Good written and spoken English & Kiswahili.
    Ability to integrate into a multi-cultural environment.

  • Finance Officer

    Finance Officer

    Station: Head Quarters
    Reporting to: Executive Director
    Term: 5 years fixed term
    The Position: The Finance Officer, reports to the Executive Director (ED) and will perform the primary day-to-day responsibility for Planning, Implementing, Managing and controlling financial-related activities of the Food Security and Climate Change Adaptation (FOSSECA) project, other Projects and ADS-NRR as an Institution in consultation with the ED.
    Key Responsibilities

    Provide leadership in development for the continuous evaluation of FOSECCA project financial objectives
    Ensure credible and accurate ADS’s financial statements by providing timely and accurate analysis of organisation financial trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments and obligations for the projection of future revenues and expenses
    Assist the ED and HR in developing, implementing and managing a comprehensive job cost system
    Direct and oversee ADS’s Finance and Accounting functions in consultation with the ED
    Ensure all statutory and non-statutory deductions are made properly, promptly and remitted to the respective authorities as required by law
    Evaluate and advise on the impact of ADS long-range planning with financial implications and propose appropriate strategy(ies) and regulatory action
    Establish and maintain a strong relationship with ADS management team to ensure full range projects delivery
    Advise the Management Team on all matters with financial implications to the organization
    Advise management on processes for financial forecasting, budgets, consolidating and reporting to the organization
    Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities for ADS North Rift
    Ensure effective internal controls are in place, compliance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable financial regulations and rules for financial reporting and compliance to tax reporting.
    Coordinate all external audits. Ensure that recommendations as well corrections identified are implemented
    Ensure that the Organisation complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
    Ensure that the audited accounts are tabled before the board and respective funding partners promptly as scheduled
    Ensure that the audited accounts are filed with the registrar of companies on a timely basis.
    Monitor ADS overall liquidity and cash flow position and advise management on a timely basis
    Ensure the ADS Asset Register is up to date
    Ensure monthly, quarterly and yearly financial reports including monthly bank reconciliation are done on timely basis and presented to the ED for approval and signing
    Maintain and share monthly management accounts and management information with the appropriate managers and budget holders for monitoring and management control.

    Required Qualifications

    Professional qualification such as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or its equivalent
    Be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), in good standing
    Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
    At least 5 years’ proven work experience in progressively responsible financial leadership roles(s), audit or management of donor funds at a senior position.
    Must meet all requirements of chapter 6 of the constitution– Clearance Certificate from HELB– Tax Compliance certificate– Certificate of Good conduct– Credit bureau clearance certificate– EACC clearance
    Master’s Degree in Finance or Business Administration is an added advantage

    Personal Attributes / Competencies

    Excellent analytical and numerical skills
    Attention to details
    Ability to manage a variety of large tasks with competing timelines and priorities
    Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and with clients and co-workers at remote locations
    Strong problem solving and creative skills; ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis.
    High level of integrity and dependability; results oriented
    Sound knowledge of accounting systems and procedures – relevant knowledge and experience in preparation of donor reports
    Willing and able to make and execute hard decisions – own the process, own the strategy, own the outcomes

    Other Skills & Abilities

    Practical experience in computer applications (MS Office and Internet use)
    Proficiency in Information Technology (IT) Financial Management Systems and Software applications i.e. QuickBooks