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  • Finance and Administration Officer

    Finance and Administration Officer

    Job Details
    We are looking for a talented Finance & Administration Officer to join our Siaya office team.
    S/he will be under the supervision of the Finance Manager, and provide financial, administrative and office operations support to the team and projects as detailed below.

    FINANCE/ACCOUNTING (70 %)

    Ensure all financial activities comply and are consistent with ANDY’s policies and procedures, international accounting and auditing standards and adhere to the terms and conditions of donor agreements.
    Manage a sound cash management system and ensure sufficient funds are available in the office petty cash fund.
    Compile all cash payment requests, for employees and consultants, for authorization and payment approval. Follow up accountabilities of expense and reimbursement claims.
    Ensure time sheets for the field office staff are filled and signed and that these correspond to the time worked.
    Ensure all consultants’ time sheets are filled and signed and that the fee invoiced corresponds to the time worked.
    Verify the accuracy, validity and legitimacy of all procurement and creditors payments. Check completeness of all financial documents (purchase requests, invoices, vouchers, etc.) for payment from ANDY.
    Keep and maintain all project accounting records in soft as well as hard form.
    Responsible to maintain cash book, ledgers and trial balance for project office.
    Responsible to submit the financial report to the finance manager for compilation, review and onwards submission to the donor
    Maintain accurate and complete daily financial transactions records and supporting documents system, duly electronically filed and labelled for quick access.
    Prepare monthly cash reconciliations and weekly cash count reports. Ensure clear audit trail of processed transactions and their linkage to the accounting system.
    Management of project cash flow and preparation of monthly cash flow projections for the field office
    Carry out any other tasks as assigned by the finance & administration manager

    OFFICE AND OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATION (15%)

    Monitors administrative aspects of the project office/staff and evaluates discipline and punctuality of the staff
    Ensure stationery and office consumables are replenished and purchase or procure other equipment and services as needed.
    Ensure maintenance of attendance register in office and also confirm staff attendance level in the field
    Maintain project finance and administration records including an asset register, consultancy contracts, various service and supply agreements.
    Coordinate and provide administrative support for project events as required.
    Make travel arrangements for project office staff and consultants.
    Carry out any other tasks as assigned by the finance manager.

    PROJECT ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT (15%)

    Oversee project staff and consultancy contract administration and perform quality assurance checks. Ensure compliance with the Kenya labor law, statutes, regulations, and policies and with ANDY’s internal policies and procedures.
    Maintain systematic filing system of project references and other important project material
    Assist consultants with project contractual/administrative issues. Actively maintain records of time sheets and other relevant details of project activities for all consultants.
    Support project staff in project administration activities including inductions, advocacy campaign activities and provide regular updates to the programme teams as may be required from time to time.
    Carry out any other tasks as assigned by the project manager.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelors of Commerce Degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent. Professional qualifications in CPA, ACCA.
    Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, financial, and budget management, in similar position within non-governmental sector. Must also demonstrate substantial experience in an existing similar role.
    Experience from working with donors on financial policies and guidelines, grants management and maintaining ledgers and cash / bank reconciliations is an asset.
    Must be highly result-oriented, self-motivated, honest and have demonstrable analytical skills.
    Must be able to work independently, prioritize assignments, manage own time to meet deadlines, have positive attitude, pay attention to detail and handle work pressure.
    Excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS office (especially excel) and quick books accounting package.
    Excellent interpersonal, organizational, leadership and communication skills. Able to thrive in a multi-cultural environment and a growing organization and ability to work as part of a team.
    Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, dedication to the mission and vision of the organization and adheres to strong ethical professional values.

  • Risk & Compliance Officer

    Risk & Compliance Officer

    REF: ACT/RCO/15/2018
    Position Purpose
    Under general direction of the Board Committee on Finance and Audit, and in close collaboration with the Chief Executive Officer and the Senior Management Team of Act!, the Risk and Compliance Officer will be the primary staff in the risk and compliance management unit. Other organizational governance duties may include but not limited to Internal Audit, Enterprise Risk Management, and Ethics Program, as well as monitoring registrations for compliance.
    Primary Responsibilities
    Specifically, the Officer will be responsible for but not limited to:

    Review and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, adequacy of internal controls, reliability of financial reporting, compliance and applicable laws and the safeguard of assets within Act!.
    Plan, perform and report back on internal audits to ensure that financial controls of Act! financial guidelines of donor organizations and other institutional control procedures in place are properly implemented and managed.
    Advise and monitor quality standards and value for money and make recommendations for improvement.
    Test internal controls, targeting particular high risk areas, document any weaknesses and their impact, and make recommendations to address these weaknesses.
    Develop and periodically review and update Standards of Conduct to ensure continuing currency and relevance in providing guidance to management and employees.
    Carry out necessary training of finance and non-finance staff to ensure that donor requirements are met.
    Follow up on the implementation of external audit recommendations and management actions.
    Where necessary, carry out investigations of alleged fraud, mismanagement, loss of assets or any other investigations; generate appropriate reports with findings and recommendations for action by management and board.
    Respond to management queries in relation to Act! Internal control environment.
    Review and investigate whistleblower reports or other suspicions of fraud as they arise and conduct fraud investigations.
    For each incident, identify total loss exposure, recommend corrective actions and liaise with Act! Finance and Operations and the Act! Chief Executive Offices on reporting to donors and other parties.
    Implement and manage Act!’s anti-fraud and “Whistleblower” programs and other incident results analysis applications as needed.
    Perform other related duties as assigned and agreed upon with the board committee on Finance & Audit, and the Chief Executive Officer.

    Qualification, Experience and Skills
    Academic Qualifications:

    BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 5 years’ relevant experience working with or in a development organization may be an added advantage.
    Candidates with postgraduate academic qualifications i.e. MS/MA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience will also be considered.

    Professional Qualifications:
    Must possess full CPA, ACCA, CIMA or CA (SA) professional certifications and have valid membership to the relevant professional accountants’ association.
    Relevant Experience:

    Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in internal control functions.
    Familiarity with Donor (USAID, EU, DANIDA etc.) rules and regulations or other client funded programs, contracting and auditing standards as they apply to effective management of multi-year funds is a must.

    Essential Skills and Competencies:

    Excellent analytical skills to successfully perform reviews and other quantitative analyses.
    Familiarity with major donors’ auditing requirements.
    Ability to independently prioritize and successfully perform assigned tasks.
    Excellent written and oral communications skills.
    Highly proficient in MS Office, spreadsheets and database skills.
    Demonstrated personal initiative and integrity by adhering to the organizational values and code of conduct.

  • Administrative Assistant

    Administrative Assistant

    Job Description
    Reporting to the Administrative Coordinator, the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the day to day running of the Delivery Centre.
    Responsibilities
    Duties will include but not be limited to the following:

    Working closely with the Administrative Coordinator to to ensure that outsourced administrative services are running smoothly
    Managing the office main reception
    Ensuring the office is cleaned well and on time
    Ensuring office supplies and consumables tracker/inventory tracker of utilization is maintained
    Facilitating staff travel arrangements and accommodation where necessary
    Facilitating smooth running of the meal and transport programmers
    Carrying out regular facility checks to report and document any maintenance issues that may arise in a timely manner
    Working closely with the HR team to ensure all new staff are on-boarded within set timelines
    Any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor

    Requirements
    The successful candidate will posses;

    Have at least 1 year’s releevant experience in a busy reputable organization
    Hold a Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent
    Be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
    Be able to work well and meet strict deadlines with minimum supervision
    Have a good working knowledg of MS Office applications with strong report writing skills
    Have excellent communication skills, both oral and written

    Applicants should be willing to work on the night shift.Applications should be received by September 06, 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Resource Mobilization Manager

    Resource Mobilization Manager

    Job description
    PEP seeks to employ a qualified Resource Mobilization Manager to support the organization’s planning, development and management of resource mobilization activities.
    Responsibilities of this role will include:

    Developing, implementing, and managing a Resource Mobilization Strategy
    Spearheading grant proposal development efforts
    Continually seeking innovative means of attracting new donors
    Representing PEP at key strategic forums both locally and internationally

    The position is for an initial fixed-term of two (2) years, renewable based on performance and availability of funds. The position comes with an attractive and competitive package. Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply

  • Accountant/ Administrator

    Accountant/ Administrator

    Job Description

    The Accountant/ Administrator is to provide financial services and accountability of all funds received and expensed in CMA’s Juba office and support CMA by developing and upholding a high standard of financial control and supervision. The Accountant/Administrator is to know and follow all CMA financial policies and procedures to insure that all accounting practices are adhered to in a professional manner. To ensure that financial data is processed appropriately, accurately and that financial and clerical support activities are performed in a timely manner.  The Accountant/Administrator must understand and abide by ethical professional standards of the confidentiality of all the organizational accounts and business.
    Responsibilities

    The Accountant/Administrator must know CMA’s accounting systems, procedures and policies and insure that they are being followed and practiced properly e.g. general ledger entries, accounts receivable and account payable, bank reconciliation statements, payrolls, handling and reconciliation of petty cash, financial reporting etc.
    Will prepare monthly financial statements on all Project funding including the Juba office operations and submit to the Chief of Finance on a monthly basis.
    Assist the Chief of Finance with financial reports required by the donors and CMA partners.
    Assist the Chief of Finance with the control and regulation of project budgets to ensure they are staying in accordance to the proposed budget line items.
    Will maintain and keep up to date cash books & cheque books and ensure their safe keeping.
    Will ensure that inventories of CMA properties are up to date and details required are on the inventory data sheets, items are tagged and ensure that new procurements are tagged and captured in the system. e.g. Juba office, team house, field sites.
    Ensure that the monthly financial reports are accurate, timely and comply with donor requirements on the best practice.
    Prepare monthly bank and cash reconciliations and submit to the chief of finance for review and approval.
    Responsible for proper filing of all financial documents.
    Responsible that archived records are properly filed and stored for easy access when necessary.
    Responsible to maintain cash accounts, cash flow, cash payments, giving out of approved cash disbursements and ensuring that proper receipting in submitted and disbursement are accounted for, and that currency exchange documents are recorded and filed.  The Administrator is to ensure that proper documentation is in place and security measures are practiced when handling cash.
    Assist in the supervision of the procurement practices and ensure that 3 quotes are received for items over $500.00.
    Responsible for preparing cheques, payment vouchers and ensuring that all expenditure payments have proper approval and documentation and that all invoices and payments are paid in a timely manner e.g. invoices utility bills, rents, phones etc.
    Assist with payrolls and statutory deduction and salary payment to employees.
    Will ensure that monthly taxes are paid, documented and filed properly.
    Assist with all banking duties as required for making deposits, obtaining project funds, transfers and any other banking business required by Chief of Finance.
    Will represent CMA at required meetings in Juba.
    Submit a monthly activity report to the Chief of Finance.
    Attend weekly devotions at the Juba office
    To share ideas on financial matters that would be in the best interest of the organization.
    With a generous and serving spirit perform all other tasks and responsibilities assigned by the Chief of Finance for the benefit of Christian Mission Aid.

    Job Qualifications

    Bachelor Degree in Finance or Accounting.
    Holder of CPA (K) would be desirable.
    At least 3-5 years’ experience in Accounting, Finance and/or Audit.
    Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, knowledge and experience in using Accounting Software packages.
    Those with QuickBooks experience would have an added advantage.
    The suitable candidate should be of unquestionable integrity and mature.
    A good team player and self-initiative.
    Ability to meet deadlines and have high good attention to details.
    Must be a holder of a current and valid passport.

  • Deputy Director, Icrw Africa Gender And Health Specialist (Technical Specialist Level 1)

    Deputy Director, Icrw Africa Gender And Health Specialist (Technical Specialist Level 1)

    Primary Role:
    The Deputy Director Africa will manage ICRW Africa’s efforts to procure financial support from foundation, corporate, and government sources. The Deputy Director must develop funding plans, identify prospects, develop proposals, support the grant solicitations, work collaboratively with senior program staff, and cultivate and solicit institutional donors. The incumbent will facilitate institutional grant-seeking activities for ICRW Africa, including the conceptualization of development strategies, proposal development, and prospect identification. The Deputy Director will be based in Nairobi Kenya with regular travel.
    Reporting:
    The incumbent will report to the Director for ICRW Africa and will be required to work closely with a variety of staff including the regional team.
    Education:
    Ph.D. in a relevant field (Gender Studies, Public policy, Public health, Economics, Sociology or related subjects) with a minimum of 8 years of experience on gender and development, or a Master’s degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience.
    Experience:
    Practical field experience in a broader area of expertise and advanced skills with research and analysis, monitoring and evaluation and programmatic activities is essential.Demonstrable experience in cultivating donor relationships, securing foundation and U.S. and European government grants, and writing donor proposals and reports. Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and describe funding needs in a way that is compelling and comprehensive to the potential donor –corporate and foundation. Demonstrated understanding of international development and the funding environment for ICRW’s program areas; experience working in sub Saharan Africa is desirable.
    Skills:

    Superior verbal and written communicator with the ability to develop complex proposals.
    Demonstrated strategic skills, with adeptness at planning, prioritizing, organizing and following through. Must be a facilitator, collaborator, and coordinator with outstanding interpersonal skills.
    Demonstrated ability to establish, maintain, and strengthen relationships with significant donors on behalf of the institution, and an understanding of the record keeping and stewardship systems that support a successful donor relations program. n appreciation of the skills and support systems needed to work productively with corporate and foundation contacts.

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  • Driver Programme Coordinator – Agribusiness

    Driver Programme Coordinator – Agribusiness

    Department: Finance & Administration
    Reports to: Administration and Logistics Officer
    Salary: Annual Gross Salary -Kshs. 643,775
    Benefits: 21 days annual leave, Medical Insurance, 25% leave allowance and 10% Employer pension contribution
    Restrictions: 6 Months’ Probation period, 2 years contract renewable and 2 Months’ Notice Period
    Expected travel: National level will be required
    Job Purpose: The main purpose of this role will be to provide driving services to all SHA staff, including international staff, guests and clients as instructed by the Supervisor.
    Essential Qualifications:

    Mechanical Certificate
    Valid driving License (B,E,G)
    Secondary School Certificate
    Experience in driving 4X4 type of vehicles

    Desirable Qualifications:

    Minimum of 3 years’ experience of driving project vehicles or related work
    Clean criminal record
    Willingness to work in rural areas
    Stable and matured mind
    Able to work well with staff and partners at different levels
    Willingness to work after working hours in special instances
    Experience in fuel analysis management
    Ability to understand and speak English will be an added advantage.
    Defensive driving certificate will be an added advantage

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  • Country Finance and Administrative Assistant – Nairobi

    Country Finance and Administrative Assistant – Nairobi

    The Country Finance and Administration Assistant corrects, processes and reconciles a wide variety of accounting documents such as invoices, employee reimbursements, cash receipts, petty cash, vendor statements, and journal vouchers; reviews and codes financial information; prepare and processes documents to disburse funds, makes deposits; compiles and reviews information for accuracy; and maintains records.
    The Country Finance and Administration Assistant reports directly to Financial Analyst & Pricing Business Partner and provides direct support to the Country Team.
    Key Performance Areas:

    Purchasing and Navigator processing (30%)

    Receive, number and manage the Purchase Requisition database
    Receive, number and manage the Travel Requisition database
    Create purchase orders in the Navigator Accounting system for approval by the Country Finance manager
    Ensure all procurement documentation is complete for paymentPrepare Payment Vouchers and setup payments onto the banking system /prepare cheques for payment of vendors and staff
    Provide clerical support in entering all invoices onto the Accounting system and allocating them against purchase orders
    Deal with supplier queries regarding payments
    Provide clerical support in maintaining and updating supplier information and undertake relevant background checks and terrorist/debarment checks
    Report all invoices received without a purchase order or relevant supporting documentation on a monthly basis
    Staff Accounts, Debtors & Cash Book Management (15%)
    Provide support to the Finance Officer in processing and following up on all staff accounts
    Provide clerical support to the Country Finance Officer in managing the cash book and preparing bank reconciliations for review by the Country Finance Manager
    Be m2m’s agent in performing banking procedures-deposits, document delivery and petty cash withdrawal
    Manage the petty cash process including issuing and clearing floats
    Do a monthly petty cash count under oversight from the Country Finance Officer and balance the petty cash monthly.

    Administration (20%)

    Update payroll information with HR and deliver remit required payments to relevant bodies-PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, Pensions, WIBA and medical insurance
    Provide clerical support to the Country Finance Manager in maintaining the fixed asset register
    Provide updates of assets for insurance service provider
    Maintain the filing systems – finance, procurement, other administration
    Print, photocopy, scan and bind documents
    Travel and event planning including identifying and booking flights, accommodation, training venues, and transport
    Travel and event planning including identifying and booking flights, accommodation, training venues, and transport

    Document Management (10%)

    Receives, logs and checks all source documentation submitted to the finance unit for processing
    Manage the filing system for all financial documentation
    Provide support in managing the Share-Point document structure of the finance unit
    Support with the retrieval of financial data during audits
    Manage the archiving of all financial data

    Procurement and Logistics (25%)

    Organize and maintain office support services, including travel, housing, purchases, other logistics and hospitality arrangements to visitors
    Assist in asset management by updating asset registers, tracking transfer of assets, labelling new assets, assisting in asset disposal

    Qualifications and Experience:

    Accounting or related diploma/degree
    At least 1-3 years relevant working experience
    Computer competency including the ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheets and word processing programs
    Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work on own and within various teams
    Ability to manage competing tasks and priorities
    Organized, systematic and attentive to detail
    Integrity, professionalism and transparency
    Fluency in English and Kiswahili essential

    mothers2mothers is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly encourage applications from people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHA), people with disabilities, women and previously disadvantaged people.
    Competitive salary packages will be negotiable in accordance with m2m’s remuneration policies.

  • Outgrowers Manager Senior Ruby On Rails Engineer

    Outgrowers Manager Senior Ruby On Rails Engineer

    Job Description

    Based in Nairobi (with frequent travel to the East African Countries)
    The client is a non-political, non-profit, umbrella organization in Eastern Africa. Its membership comprises of small holder farmers through their member associations and co-operatives.
    In 2012, the client put together a new strategic plan whose focus is entrepreneurship. The new strategic framework thus seeks to enhance economic service delivery to the members by creating a more accountable leadership to their membership and a strong management team with an entrepreneurship focus.
    The client therefore has set up a business vehicle to achieve this goal and has further invested in mobile technology to make this possible with respect to data collection and analysis of farmers with the intention of linking them to input, output and service markets. We are therefore looking for highly qualified candidates for the post of Outgrowers manager.
    OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

    Establish a business model that is economically and agronomically viable for small holder farmers/ co-operatives and farmer groups.
    Coordinate agriculture extension services – ensure that farmers have the skills and means to maximize productivity and quality including input use, agronomy, field trials, co-operatives development, record keeping, post-harvest management, business training etc.
    To plan and schedule the entire production and post-production programs including planting schedules, coordinate input access and delivery, agronomy plans, training, harvesting and aggregation in line with contractual obligations.
    Be proactive to advice on potential and actual production risks and mitigation measures e.g. risks associated with climate, pest, credit, social etc.
    Management and reporting on the field team activities
    Manage data (accurate) regarding farmers including analysis to help in making decisions such as offer for loans/ insurance/ hire of machinery services/ production forecast/logistics and any new investments.
    Develop and maintain relationships with private sector, public sector and development, local leaders, banks among others
    Be able to make professional presentations to different audiences.

    CANDIDATE PROFILE

    Formal education/ Minimum Master’s degree in Agricultural, horticulture or related studies.
    At least 3-5 years working experience; above 28 years of age.
    Experience in managing an outgrower scheme/ contract farming
    Experience in advising and training farmers,
    Have a network of potential partnerships with inputs providers, service providers, governments etc.
    Flexible and able and willing to frequent travel in East Africa.
    Diplomatic skills to develop partnership with governmental and business entities
    Demonstrable experience in writing reports and proposals.
    Committed to smallholder farmers’ economic development
    Appreciative communication skills and attitude
    Fluent in English (French would be an asset)
    Computer literate (MS Office)
    Respectful and patient attitude, pro-active, convincing and target-driven
    Self-geared (able and willing to work independently)
    Generalist: eager to learn other topics and expand skills

    CONTRACT DURATION
    The selected candidate will be offered a Three year renewable employment contract with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds.
    Desired start As soon as possible.

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  • National Project Coordinator – NOB (DC)

    National Project Coordinator – NOB (DC)

    Grade: NOB
    Vacancy no.: DC/DAR/NO/2018/01Publication date: 06 August 2018Application deadline 05 September 2018 (midnight local time in Nairobi, Kenya)
    Job ID: 506Department: RO-AfricaOrganization Unit: CO-Dar es SalaamLocation: NairobiContract type: Fixed Term
    Contract duration: 1 Year
    Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.
    In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.
    The following are eligible to apply:

    ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
    External candidates*

    *The recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment criteria.The ILO may only offer a contract to persons who are Kenyan nationals.
    Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A one-year fixed-term contract will be given. Extensions of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.
    *Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade. The entry level salary for this position is 5,049,571 Kenyan Shilings (Yearly)
    Introduction
    The Republic of Kenya has received a grant from the the Bureau of International Labour Affairs of the U.S. Department of Labour, to finance a technical assistance project to improve the capacity of the government, employers, workers’ organizations, and civil society to establish and expand workplace-based training programs with a focus on vulnerable and marginalized youth, in particular adolescents at or above the legal working age who are engaged in or at risk of engaging in the worst forms of child labour. The project, is for a maximum of 4 years (48 months) from the effective date of the award.
    At macro level, the project will focus on improving the laws, regulations and policies that regulate, guide and promote the implementation of quality workplace based training, with a particular focus on the inclusion of vulnerable and marginalized youth. At meso level, will support interventions to address negative perceptions and inadequacy of knowledge on workplace based training amongst employers’ organizations, workers’ organisations, training institutions, civil society and other stakeholders. At micro level, the project will work with training providers and other programs in Kilifi, Kitui and Busia on workplace based training and pre-apprenticeship or vocational training. The project will work with National Industrial Training Authority (NITA), Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA), Central Organization of Trade Unions of Kenya and the Federation of Kenya Employers to strengthen the tools, instruments, curriculum, approaches and mechanisms of workplace based training with the aim of addressing gaps and weaknesses.
    Accordingly, the ILO is recruiting a senior level national Project Director (National Professional – NO/B level) with competencies in skills development, work-based training, youth employment, the informal economy and project management. This position requires substantial and diverse experience in project implementation project. The Project Director will be based in Nairobi Kenya.
    Reporting lines
    The national project director will report to and be directly supervised by the ILO Country Office Director based in Dar es salaam. S/he will be technically supported by the Skills Development Specialist in Pretoria, with further technical support from the ILO regional office for Africa, as well as other technical specialists in HQ in Geneva and CO Dar es salaam as necessary.
    Description of Duties

    Plan and provide overall programming, technical, and administrative support to the project activities, as well as preparation of reports to ILO, project steering and technical advisory committees and the donor as required.
    Ensure that the implementation of the project in line with the national priorities of the Government of Kenya, County Governments of Kilifi, Kitui and Busia, and related education frameworks, policies and strategies.
    Provide technical support and guidance to constituents and other implementing partners on all matters relating to the project.
    Develop partnerships with line ministries, county government, employers’ and workers’ organizations, private sector, BDS providers, and Master Craftspersons to implement and evaluate the project;
    Develop annual work plans and budgets for the effective and efficient implementation of the project and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of project activities, including project contribution to promoting gender equality.
    Undertake technical advisory missions independently and in collaboration with the Decent Work Team or technical units and departments from ILO Geneva and other ILO colleagues based in Harare
    Plan, organize and facilitate meetings, training seminars and workshops for dialogue and technical consultations as well as for capacity development of implementing partners.
    Prepare news releases, official correspondence, statements, speeches and social media messages for the public’s access to knowledge and information about the project and how to participate in activities and components of the project.
    Supervise the work of national consultants, programme officers and project support staff and conduct annual performance appraisals.
    Draft progress reports to the donor for office submission and attend meetings to update the donor and national implementing partners on project progress and related project matters.
    Developing Terms of Reference and supervising the work of national and international consultants engaged to deliver specific project activities.
    Prepare background information, project briefs, periodic reports and data on status of project activities to USOL, ILO Dar Country Office, DWT Pretoria, Regional Office and Headquarters
    Coordinate the drafting and review of tools, manuals, and other training materials for use by the project.
    Perform other duties related to the programme as requested by the ILO Country Director.

    Required qualifications
    Education
    First level university degree in education/ technical and vocational education/ economic development, social science or a related discipline
    Experience
    Candidate should have two or three years’ relevant experience in the area of skills development or workplace based training programmes. Candidates having experience in the areas of formulation of policy and strategy, curriculum development, formal and informal apprenticeships, entrepreneurship training, trade testing or recognition of prior learning and project management will be preferred. Substantial knowledge in resource mobilization.
    Languages
    Excellent knowledge of English.
    Competencies
    Ability to perform a variety of conceptual analyses required for formulation, administration and evaluation of projects; Good knowledge of programme and budget, project formulation, administration and evaluation techniques and practices; Demonstrated ability to consult, negotiate and work with multiple partners, including government, social partners and UN agencies and to foster cooperation and effective networks; Demonstrated ability to organise and facilitate meetings and workshops, good public speaking skills; Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural team, good interpersonal skills; Demonstrated ability in gender mainstreaming will be an added advantage; Demonstrated ability to manage Formal and informal Apprenticeship programmes; and Good command of computer application skills.