Company Type: Sector in NGO

Early Childhood Development Programme Coordinator Finance and Operations Manager Senior Projects Manager Programmes Administrator Policy and Advocacy Officer Research, Monitoring and Learning Officer

Location: Kisumu, with responsibility to support ICS SP ECD work across the region
Purpose of function
Serve as the ECD lead for ICS SP and provide technical direction and leadership for the creation and implementation of high-quality ECD programming and content within the region. Specifically, the coordinator will be responsible for the design, day to day implementation and monitoring of a new ECD program aimed at promoting early childhood development and reducing child maltreatment among 0-8 year olds in Kenya.
Key areas of responsibility

Programme management and implementation
Serve as the overall project coordinator for the new ECD Programme, ensuring quality implementation in compliance with ICS SP and donor policy
Design and implement relevant, effective, and sustainable ECD interventions that achieve project goals and objectives in a timely manner
With staff, review project goals and objectives on a regular basis and develop an annual work plan and oversee work plan implementation.
Technical advice and capacity building
Collaborate with programme teams (skilful parenting, child protection, Education, Family economic strengthening ) to come up with innovative strategies for integration of ECD activities across ICS SP programs
Lead the development and revision of technical tools and learning materials and resources to support strategic areas of intervention in early childhood care and development and guide team members in their use
Lead the development of new business concept notes and proposals for the continuation and expansion of ECD programming in ICS SP target countries
Providing technical advice and support internally- Coach, train, and mentor staff with the aim of strengthening their ECD technical capacity
Providing technical advice and support externally – as required, participate in meetings, forums and working groups with government stakeholders and partners in order to share experiences, knowledge and, when required, advice for the development of ECD programme and policies at National and County level
Keep abreast of trends in child development regionally and globally, to ensure application of current knowledge and best practices in ICS SP work.
Monitoring, reporting and learning
Guide the design of data collection methodologies/tools to facilitate monitoring and evaluation, as well as large research efforts to document effectiveness of ECD interventions
Regularly visit program sites to monitor and support field staff, implementing partners and communities;
Ensure the submission of timely, accurate and well written project and reports and other reporting requirements for all ECD programming
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of program finances and progress status, review actual financial performance against the budget, and explain variances on a regular basis
Identify, document and share best practice and success stories to facilitate scale up and implementation of ECD projects
Partnerships and representation
Build collaborative partnerships with government, CSOs and local implementing partners to facilitate effective implementation and dissemination of ECD materials and activities
Organize and lead regular ECD meetings with key stakeholders including Government, CSOs and research partners
As required, represent ICS SP in meetings in matters relating to ECD

Skills and Qualifications

Passion for the health, welfare and education of children;
Minimum 5 years’ experience in an NGO and good understanding of the fields of early childhood development, child protection and health;
University degree in education, social sciences or related fields. Master’s degree preferred
Proven experience in managing and/or technically supporting early childhood development, education or child protection programs
Proven excellent interpersonal, mentoring and capacity building skills
Proven ability to deliver projects in line with proposals, budgets and timelines;
Ability to make decisions and suggestions based on strong analytical and problem solving skills;
Ability to travel up to 25% time, required
Demonstrable budget holding experience
Previous Staff management experience
Child safeguarding: The responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people

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October 23, 2024
Senior Compliance Officer Consultancy Services For Design Thinking and Human-Centered Design Consultancy Services For Design Thinking and Human-Centered Design

Reporting To: The Executive Director
Working with: All Departments i.e. Finance, Human Resources, ICT, Programs, Communication & Advocacy, Operations (Logistics & Procurement); Program Directors and Country Directors
SUMMARY
The Senior Compliance Officer will report to the Executive Director by assessing, monitoring and addressing the status of internal controls and all compliance aspects in Adeso.
The post-holder will undertake real time risk analysis of Adeso operations with regards to adherence to internal controls and donor compliance and will provide targeted context-specific sensitization, prevention measures and guidance on minimizing all major risks. Key to this will be the compilation of an operational risk register with detailed action plans and continuous updates on risk rating and mitigation activities.
S/he will be responsible for providing efficient and effective management of the programme’s overall grant portfolio. S/he will be member of the country programme core Senior Management Team responsible for ensuring appropriate grant management, ensuring compliance with donor and internal organisational requirements and overseeing information management related to grant and programme implementation.
S/he will have authority to implement all necessary agreed actions to ensure achievement of the objectives of the compliance program. S/he will also make recommendations for the Senior Management Team to ensure on-going compliance.
POSITION PURPOSE
The purpose of this role is to work alongside the country and programme management teams and in close co-operation with the Finance, Procurement and Human Resources units to minimize operational risks in relation Adeso operations; specifically risks that arise from non- compliance with Adeso global policies and non-compliance with donor regulations
The Senior Compliance Officer will also perform on request investigations in relation to fraud, corruption and bribery and promote adherence to related policies.
SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Donor compliance and Grant Management systems:

Lead the preparation and implementation of the annual work plan of the Compliance and Oversight Unit to ensure work priorities and objectives, taking into account the most effective use of resources;
Ensure full compliance with Adeso policies and procedures and minimum operating standards for grant management, Internal controls and work with implementing partners when required;
Implement and manage Adeso processes for grant management, equitable cost recovery, grants close out and sub-grant management when required;
Work with Budget Holders and Finance Team to monitor all grant budgets to ensure compliance with donor requirements; review budget realignment and grant request; and also monitor expenditures to ensure compliance with budgets;
Organise and participate in grant opening, mid-term review and closure meetings and develop, with support of the Country Directors, a mechanism to hold
Budget Holders accountable for deviations from the grant contracts;
Act as a central point of organisational expertise on donor compliance requirements, ensuring that relevant staff of all departments are informed of donor requirements; work closely with all departments to ensure compliance. Provide technical support to assess donor eligibility/allow ability of planned expenditures and identify related compliance requirements;
Verify that financial reports are coherent and adhere to donor and Adeso standards before submission;
Develop models to detect unusual activity; Review processes templates and procedures, including those associated with monitoring and evaluation;
Assess compliance to internal procedures, controls mechanisms of Adeso policies and procedures, donors requirements, and Government regulations, and ensure supporting documentation is exhaustive and consistent.

Risk Management

Document, evaluate and test systems and controls to determine their adequacy and effectiveness towards:

Compliance with rules and regulations,
Accomplishment of management’s objectives,
Reliability and integrity of information,
Efficient use of resources, and
Safeguarding of assets.

Monitor risks related to the achievement of Adeso financial and non-financial objectives and ensure the alignment of risk management framework with the internal control measures;
Mitigate the risk of misuse of donor funds and ensure that an effective internal control mechanism is in place to prevent and detect fraud. Manage cases of reported, suspected, and occurred fraud across Adeso’s operations;
Ensure accurate and timely preparation and submission of periodic reports on issues and any material weaknesses identified during the review period.

Internal Control Review:

Coordinate the development, implementation and review of the organisational internal control strategy;
Quarterly travel to Adeso field office to review the control in place and suggest any improvement if needed;
Perform systems audit of Adeso offices and ensure that all supporting documents, proposals, contracts and amendments with donors follow the internal procedures;
Disseminate donor and Adeso standards to relevant personnel at the beginning of the process;
Ensure that a system is in place to analyse overhead and shared programme cost so that all aspects have been taken into account (checklist);
Submit monthly compliance report to his/her supervisor.

Training:

Ensure Budget Holders, Finance Officers and field staff are provided with the information and training they require in order to understand donor guidelines, compliance issues and the Adeso grant management and internal control procedures;
Conduct regular visits to field offices and project sites;
Conduct internal audits of grants processes and protocols to advise Budget Holders on compliance levels in the field bases;
Ensure key donors compliance checklists are available, provide orientation to Budget Holders and follow up the implementation;
Developing staff and providing guidance and technical advice where necessary.

Audit:

Ensure that all grants are audited as per donor rules and regulations;
Conduct special management reviews and assist in the follow-up on the implementation of the internal/external audit recommendation, updating the audit tracking tool;
Assist the Finance Manager and Adeso programs management in responding to internal audit requirements.

Other

Contribute to the country strategic and operational planning and reporting;
Provide regular briefings to the Adeso management regarding programme/operational matters and general systems controls;
Review Funding Agreement Documents (FAD) for approval by management at submission and grant award.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential:

Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university, an advanced degree will be an added advantage;
Minimum of 5 years work experience in a reputable professional services firm, large international NGO or donor organisation involved in grant management;
Experience of managing USAID funds and ensuring compliance with USAID requirements.
Knowledge of compliance requirements for major donors, including USAID, DFID, ECHO, EU and ability and skills to establish compliance systems with Adeso staff.
Understanding of risks and related relevant controls primarily in the overall grant cycle including programme, financial and procurement cycles and effectively mitigates these;
High level skills in written standard English and ability to transform documents and reports developed by programme staff into dissemination standard documents
Ability to present, discuss and supervise compliance with grants monitoring protocols with team members of varying levels
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective project files for accountability and audit purposes
Professional qualifications; ACCA or CPA;
Certification in Internal audit or Risk management will be added advantage.

Desirable:

Extensive experience of managing grants with donors and working with civil society organisations.
Advanced skills in coaching, mentoring, capacity building, team development, around management of accountability and compliance in relation to donor funding.
Ability to work as a team with program staff at all levels without holding any direct line management authority.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams with members of extremely varied skills, experience and backgrounds.
Ability to and experience of establishing partnership management and monitoring protocols with local NGO partners
Demonstrated ability to remain positive and productive in a harsh climatic environment.

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October 23, 2024
Chief Laboratory Technologist Data Intern Research Assistant

KEMRI –CCR PHRD (Thika) clinical trials Project is currently looking for a motivated individual to fill in the following position:
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Job Purpose: The Chief Laboratory Technologist will be responsible for the management of operations and coordination of laboratory activities.
Responsibilities:

Responsible for assisting the laboratory Director in the overall direction of the Clinical Research
Centre Laboratory.
Responsible for assisting the Director in the design and implementation of the Quality management program.
Ensuring that the laboratory produces quality clinical results by directly participating in testing and supervising.
Responsible for supervising all the laboratory functions including but not limited to clinical laboratory SOP development and maintenance, proficiency testing, phlebotomy (policy and procedure).
Serve as the primary point of contact for all clinical laboratory related issues, results, interpretation and logistics.
Responsible for developing and facilitating a good management structure within the laboratory.
Conducting protocol for specific laboratory tests & procedures
Writing and implementing an analytical laboratory plan for newly implemented research and/or clinical studies
Management of overall in charge of shipments- by obtaining permission from ERC & MOH and Liaises with couriers and Seattle for shipment of samples.
Liaising with Clinic on matters related to the study and promoting Lab – Clinic interface.
Responsible for the coordination of all regulatory and compliance activities and training requirements for the laboratory.
Oversee annual review of lab SOPs & initiate updates as needed; collect signatures and maintain inventory of archived documents.
Managing the QA program including EQA and IQC.
Responsible for the overall maintenance of the laboratory equipment.
Maintaining laboratory records, data management and good documentation practices.
Preparing duty Rota and ensures all sections are adequately covered.
Conducting lab staff performance and appraisals, orientation and training new employees on Human subject, GCP.
Supervising laboratory technologists in the collection, processing and storage of samples.
Ensures adherence to study protocols and proper handling of bio-hazardous materials.
Coordinating collaborations with other laboratories
Serves as liaison to internal and external investigators and collaborators.
Ensures on-going integrity of laboratory samples by overseeing all handling and repository projects while assuring accurate documentation and adherence to protocols and to timelines.
Responsible for assisting the laboratory Director in the overall direction of the Clinical Trials
Research Laboratory.
Advising the laboratory director on technical issues within the laboratory.

Requirements

Possess Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related discipline.
A Masters’ Degree in a Science related field.
At least seven (7) years’ experience in a busy clinical research laboratory.
At least five (5) years’ experience in management position

Job Knowledge and Skills:

Experience in carrying out laboratory testing for research and/or clinical trials.
Experience in usage of Laboratory information Management systems (LIMS)
Must possess a scientific imagination commensurate with the independent execution of research projects
Trained on Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP)
Experience in laboratory audit processes
Must have an aptitude for technical problem solving
Ability to effectively supervise laboratory staff, interns and students on attachment in the laboratory.
Good communication and management skills
Knowledge of basic word processing and basic statistical skills of analyzing laboratory data and evaluation of quality control laboratory data

Terms of Employment
Employment is on a one year renewable contract with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.
HOW TO APPLY:

All applicants must meet each selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements
Must include a current CV with names of at least 2 referees.
Must include copies of academic and professional certificates
Must include a copy of Certificate of good conduct
Must have KRA Certificate of Tax compliance
Must have Clearance Certificate from HELB
Must have credit reference Bureau Certificate

A duly signed application letter indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed above should be sent not later than 13th July 2018.
KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY; PERSONS WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY.
Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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October 23, 2024
Housekeeping Supervisor

Job Description
CHAK Guest House is a leading Hospitality facility specializing in accommodation and conference facilities. CHAK Guest House is fully owned by Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK) and is located in new Lavington area on Musa Gitau Road off Waiyaki Way, Nairobi. We are inviting applications for the above position with the following requirements:-
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
At least Secondary School Education (KCSE) mean grade C Diploma in Hospitality Accommodation & Laundry Operations
Experience:

Must have worked in a similar position for a minimum of two years
Working knowledge of other hotel departments (Multi skilled)

Job Role:
Reporting to the Guest House Manager, the Housekeeping Supervisor will in addition to day to day responsibilities of Room Steward, provide supervision of housekeeping operations and ensure high quality standards in cleanliness, general maintenance and housekeeping inventory control.
Key Responsibilities

Ensure cleanliness of guest rooms, meeting rooms, offices, cloakrooms and public areas.
Ensure the comfort of in-house guests and promote the security of guest property within the establishment.
Ensure establishment compliance with public health standards, requirements and regulations.
Maintain control of all housekeeping inventory store rooms.
Liaise daily with the front office for accurate room allocation and room status report.
Proper scheduling of the department, keeping in mind the forecast and daily occupancy.
Develop housekeeping consumption and operating equipment forecasts.
Prepare monthly housekeeping operations report.

Desired Characteristics

Smart appearance;
Mature and Courteous.
Good planning and scheduling skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
Ability to work long and odd hours.

October 23, 2024
Policy Engagement Officer Digital Content Editor M&E Officer

Details:
Duty Station: Meru
Reporting to the Team Leader, the Policy Engagement Officer will serve as the liaison between ALIN, Meru County Government, and Kenya Devolution Support Programme (KDSP) implementing partners in Meru County. The Officer is responsible for developing relationships through targeted outreach and increasing public awareness of ALINs project in Meru County.
Key Responsibilities

Design and develop communication and stakeholder engagement processes, systems and structures
Maintain a working knowledge of policies and legislations relating to devolution and governance
Develop and manage stakeholder feedback mechanisms in the development of policy instruments and solutions
Develop and implement operational policy and other changes to operational practices
Identify, analyse and communicate relevant policy developments and their impact to Kenya Devolution Support Programme (KDSP) implementing partners working in Meru County

Qualification and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Public Relations, Public Administration, Development Economics or related field
Proven effectiveness in project management
Evidence of working with policy makers, involvement in policy development and public affairs and understanding of policy making structures and processes in Kenya

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October 23, 2024
Donor Relations Officer Programme Coordinator Country Director

The successful candidate will work closely with other expatriates and Japanese staff in Tokyo Head Quarter. He/ She will be responsible for the following duties:
Job description:

Liaise with donors through frequent communication
Report to donors about the situation of the projects
Attend the meeting held by donors and feed it back
Assist to manage the projects in Kakuma
Administrative jobs, such as recruitment of employees and accounting works
Supervise and monitor the project and employees
· Any other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications Required:

Fluency in English and Japanese
Master’s or higher degree in relevant fieldGood accounting knowledge
Should be self-driven and motivated.
Knowledge of Ms Office.
Able to work well in a team.
Good management skills.
Should have good communication and report writing skills.

Experience Required: 3 year experience in donor relations
Note: Fluent Japanese writing/speaking skill is mandatory as all the positions require oral communications and reporting in Japanese.

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October 23, 2024
Logistics and Procurement Manger

Job description
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Logistics and Procurement Manager candidate will demonstrate leadership in order to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff. The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities.
The Logistics and Procurement Manager will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
He/She will prioritize conflicting needs, handle matters expeditiously, proactively, and follow-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains office services by organizing office operations and procedures;controlling correspondence; designing filing systems; reviewing and approving supply requisitions; assigning and monitoring clerical functions.
Provides historical reference by defining procedures for retention, protection, retrieval, transfer, and disposal of records.
Provide support to project/program teams on field trips ensuring that field level arrangements are made to include flight reservations, accommodation, transportation, communications and other services/goods as needed
Designs and implements office policies by establishing standards and procedures; measuring results against standards; making necessary adjustments.
Book travel and manage project/program logistics
Maintain close relationships with Valar suppliers, managing supplier database and vetting process
Manage the planning of commodities procurement and supply chain activities, inventory control, logistics and distribution, customs clearance, ensuring effectively-functioning processes to avoid costly delays and lost opportunities.
Ensure effective lines of communication to ensure timely delivery of goods, and, or services using the most appropriate procurement procedures.
Establish and implement a monitoring system that ensures that the prices paid for commodities are in line with local market prices.
Develop and manage the rosters of suppliers, elaborate supplier selection, and evaluation, quality and performance measurement mechanisms
Maintain procurement files including all relevant documentation and vendor tracking system s/he will maintain all the relevant information concerning the organization’s suppliers;
Manage vendor contracts and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure completeness of deliverables outlined in the contract this includes ensuring that all vendor complaints and concerns are addressed promptly to ensure that the project continues to receive uninterrupted services at all times.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree.
Highly effective organizational and prioritization skills, including the ability to stay on task and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment; strong attention to detail.
Familiarity with financial analysis and vocabulary.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Powerpoint, Excel).
At least 5 years working for an international company/organization.
Fluent in written and spoken English, including business language.
In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform assigned and additional duties and work irregular hours under unpredictable conditions.
Minimum 5 years procurement management experience, preferably in a health-related project, and including service procurements.

October 23, 2024
Finance Assistant

Job Description

General Duties & Responsibilities
To carry out organizational administrative functions including but not limited:

Supporting the Finance Manager on various corporate, accounting and statutory requirements.
To ensure financial management & maintenance:
Accounts update and reconciliations
Manage account receivable functions with regular interface with various stakeholders
Maintain stock purchase reconciliation and generate accruals
Facilitate / Participate in semi-annual and annual financial audits and any other audit related to the department
Organizational Filing
Asset Management and registration.
Any other duties and ad-hoc functions as assigned.

Skills & Competencies

Bachelors Degree with a minimum CPA II
Excellent IT/Computer skills including Microsoft Office
At least 4-5 years minimum working experience in a related field
The ideal candidate will have excellent oral, written and analytical skills. They should further demonstrate a pragmatic approach to solving problems, effective time management and the capacity to multitask. They should be able to work under pressure with minimum supervision, and drive tasks to completion. We are seeking for a candidate that is proactive, team-oriented and can communicate effectively.
An understanding of accounting software i.e. SAGE Pastel will be an added advantage

Application Deadline: 29 July 2018
NB: Applications without expected salary may not be considered.

October 23, 2024
Study Nurses

The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) in collaboration with the University of Washington (UW) is conducting research studies at multiple sites in Kenya.
The KEMRI / UW / MOH / CDC Option B+ study project seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced persons to fill the following positions:
SHOULD BE AVAILABLE TO START ON 13TH AUGUST 2018
The Study Nurse shall report to the Study Coordinator. S/he shall be expected to work under minimum supervision and provide guidance to investigators on study implementation.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
The responsibilities of the Study Nurse will include, but not limited to the following:

Act as the point person in the field.
Coordinate entry into the community allocated and logistics surrounding data collections and survey administration.
Interview of participants at the household level
Laboratory sample collection – DBS and phlebotomy
Taking of routine anthropometric measurements and as required by the study SOP.
Ensure all data is of good quality and perform quality checks before submission.
Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities.
Maintain proper communication between health facility and Study Coordinator’s office.
Maintain adequate supplies at the study areas for example study forms.
Maintain inventory of supplies.
Submit daily summary of study progress to the Study Coordinator/data manager and suggestions on any improvements to the study procedures as appropriate.
Ensure strict compliance with ethical requirements for conduct of research.
Perform other duties that may be given by the Study Coordinator.

Requirements for the Position:

Minimum Diploma in Nursing (KRCN/KRN); Must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya
Previous research experience at community level
Knowledge and experience in phlebotomy and DBS collection an added advantage
Knowledge of MOH records management an added advantage

Desirable Qualities

Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
Knowledge of basic computer applications.
Strong organizational skills and financial accountability.
Commitment to integrity and high quality performance.
Strong professional references from previous supervisors.

Terms of Employment: One and a half months non-renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service.
Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI salary scales.

October 23, 2024
BCI Regional Programme Start-up Consultant

Job description
TERMS OF REFERENCE
BCI Regional Programme Start-up Consultant
To build on existing country programmes and establish a coherent Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) regional presence in East and Southern Africa in support of BCI work in cotton-producing countries
(Consultancy based in an accessible central location in East Africa to work easily in the region)
BETTER COTTON INITIATIVE
The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) — the largest cotton sustainability programme in the world — aims to reach 5 million farmers worldwide with more sustainable agricultural practices, and account for 30% of global cotton production by 2020. In less than 10 years, the Better Cotton Initiative and its Partners have supported over 1.6 million farmers in 23 countries in adopting more sustainable agricultural practices. Thanks to these efforts, Better Cotton accounts for around 15% of global cotton production. BCI is truly a joint effort, encompassing stakeholders all the way from farms to fashion brands and civil society organisations, driving the cotton sector toward sustainability. BCI aims to transform cotton production worldwide by developing Better Cotton as a sustainable mainstream commodity.
OBJECTIVE
The overall objective of this role is to start up BCI East and Southern Africa Regional Office in line with the existing strategy and to support system change in cotton farming in the region – making cotton better for the people who produce it, the environment it grows in and the sector’s future. The East and Southern Africa Regional Consultant will work to establish a regional presences, working closely with the headquarters office Implementation Team in the coordination and delivery of Country Plans that support the BCI 2016-2020 Strategy.
DELIVERABLES
At the end of the project, the consultant will have delivered:

The establishment of a functioning, regional presence within budget
Improved capacity of implementing and strategic partners in the region
An assessment of the viability and reliability of existing and potential strategic partners
Processes and team fit for purpose to support ongoing work with global team
Strengthened BCI presence in the region with cohesive, implementable workplans and workstreams
Advocacy for national embedding in at least two key countries yielding national-level in-kind and or budgetary support to local farmers accessing Better Cotton Standard System

OVERALL TASKS AND FUNCTIONS
This is a global project based in the designated region. The consultant will work under the guidance and direct supervision of BCI Director of Implementation, and in collaboration with the BCI global programme and country teams.
The consultant shall perform the following tasks:

Based on BCI’s regional implementation strategy, work closely with implementation and strategic partners to ensure they are equipped to deliver high quality farmer capacity building programmes.
Design / propose an action plan to ensure capacity is built and maintained where it is not existing
Support and collaborate with the BCI Standard and Assurance team on the execution of the BCI Assurance Programme including:
Training partners on BCI’s Assurance Programme and related data collection and following up on its submission according to Assurance Programme deadlines
Planning and conducting field assessment visits throughout the season and following-up on improvement activities
Lead on the development and implementation of Country Plans for the region (Mozambique, South Africa, Madagascar, and any new countries) in collaboration with the BCI Secretariat to enable delivery of BCI’s global strategy and goals
Overseeing existing partnership agreements with implementation partners including monitoring of assigned budget and support on funding opportunities.
Assist Implementation partners and regional stakeholders on external communications about BCI
Collaborate with the BCI Demand and Fundraising team in creating marketing and funding opportunities for Better Cotton (e.g. local value addition projects within the region). Support regional fundraising activities both for BCI: provide recommendations of funders, support proposals developments
Identify risks and opportunities related to the in-country programmes and ensure appropriate escalation to the Secretariat
Participate in, and contribute to, the ongoing development of BCI’s Africa Strategy, and implementation, as part of BCI’s Africa Working Group.

METHODOLODY
The following methodology is proposed to ensure the success of the assignment:

The consultant will have a joint briefing/inception meeting with Director of Implementation, and relevant BCI staff. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss and clarify expectations on the expected outcome and deliverables of the assignment.
The consultant will prepare a work plan at the beginning of the assignment, with clear timelines and milestones.
Literature review, field visits, and conversations with BCI staff, Implementing Partners, and relevant BCI members and stakeholders.
The consultant will regularly, ideally bi-weekly, brief the project supervisor on the development of the project, including progress and challenges.
At the end of the assignment, there will be a debriefing meeting with the project supervisor to discuss the outcome of the assignment and the way forward.

This position is expected to be based in a regional hub and the consultant will be expected to travel to country programs and BCI headquarters as needed.
COMPOSITION
The consultant will build regional operations from an existing small team of the existing regional coordinator for Southern Africa and Programme Officer and also work closely with the Aid by Trade Foundation’s Cotton Made in Africa (CmiA) programme (BCI’s strategic partner for the region), and Cotton Expert House Africa (CHA).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Advanced University Degree (minimum Master’s Degree in sustainability, agriculture, international development or another related field).
Experience:

10+ years of relevant experience in East and Southern Africa
Experience in managing and developing teams
Demonstrated experience in planning, design, preparation, and delivery of capacity building programmes
Knowledge and/or experience with smallholder agriculture; knowledge of cash crop production or global commodity supply chains.
Experience with voluntary sustainability standards a plus.
Excellent proven written and spoken English
Swahili/Portuguese/other regionally relevant language skills desirable
Strong oral and written communication English skills

Skills and Attributes:

Entrepreneurial
Results oriented
Effective communicator

Language:

Excellent proven written and spoken English
Swahili/Portuguese/other regionally relevant language skills desirable
Strong oral and written communication English skills

Travel:
Must be able to travel at least one week per month equivalent. The length and locations will be determined based on available budget, identified priority areas, and capacity to support the visit by BCI country teams.
DURATION
The duration of the assignment will be for 6-8 months.

October 23, 2024