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  • Consultant – Market Assessment: Digital Employment Opportunities for Refugees

    Consultant – Market Assessment: Digital Employment Opportunities for Refugees

    WUSC is seeking a consultant to undertake a market assessment of digital employment opportunities which might potentially be available to refugees in Kakuma Refugee Camp in Turkana, Kenya.
    The following should inform the assignment:

    This market assessment must take into considerations the particular life circumstances and regulatory environment faced by refugees;

    The assessment should investigate the viability of commercially sustainable opportunities in digital employment for refugees, including identifying the market actors best positioned to offer these opportunities;

    The assessment should identify similar activities undertaken by private, public or civil society actors and, as possible, provide learnings from these existing activities (i.e. Norwegian Refugee Council).

    General Duties
    The consultant will carry out a market assessment, and produce a report outlining the current state of the market in terms of access to digital employment opportunities for refugees, including recommendations to WUSC on approaches to broaden the opportunity for refugees.
    The report (and presentation) should address the following:

    Review of existing online work initiatives for refugees, in Kenya and globally (primarily literature review, should include some interviews);
    Identification of opportunities and constraints for refugees in Kakuma camp to access digital employment;
    An assessment of the current range of actors who might play a role providing access to online work in Kakuma. This should include, but are not limited to, providers of electricity, internet, computer hardware, digital training, linkages to online employers or work packages, and financial service providers who could facilitate payments by employers to refugees.
    Recommendations for how WUSC might invest to further develop the market for digital work in Kakuma, along with cost analysis of these investments.

    Output
    The consultant will be expected to produce the following:

    A short, detailed report outlining findings and recommendations;
    A slide deck version of the report for presentation and dissemination.

  • Head of Programmes

    Head of Programmes

    QUALIFICATIONS
    Essential knowledge and interests
    Proven interest and competency in at least three of the following themes:

    Education and training
    Social research and evidence based policy
    Gender and social inclusion
    Conflict analysis
    Knowledge management

    Essential qualifications and skills

    University qualification at Masters level in a relevant subject.
    Minimum of six years’ relevant programme and organizational management experience in the development sector or relevant field.
    Fluent spoken and written English.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    Strong analytical skills and proven capacity to develop and implement strategic plans.
    Experience of conducting and managing research.
    Experience of working in the international NGO Sector.
    Proven operational and project management experience.
    Experience of developing and managing organizational budgets.
    A team player with proven management and leadership experience, and excellent interpersonal skills.
    Proven experience of developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems.
    Able to travel.

    Desirable experience and skills

    Knowledge and working experience in one or more countries where RVI works.
    Spoken and written French and/ or one or more language of eastern Africa.
    Experience of working with donors and proven success in fundraising.
    Knowledge and practical experience of designing and implementing research.
    Good presentational and facilitation skills.
    Human resources management.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
    Programme Oversight, Development, and Coordination

    Supervise and support the management of existing RVI programmes in Africa, developing working practices and tools for effective project management and implementation.
    Coordinate and support exchanges and synergies between programmes.
    Provide strategic leadership, and support RVI staff in the design and development of new projects and proposals.
    Support the development of relations with project partners and collaborations with other like-minded regional and international organizations.
    Develop and maintain systems for monitoring the quality and impact of RVI’s work, including standards of research.
    Ensure documentation of projects, including narrative reports, budgets and lessons learnt reports, and promote best practice in these areas within the Institute.
    Maintain oversight of programme budgets, monitoring income and expenditure and ensuring that financial reporting complies with RVI’s procedures and policies and the requirements of funders.
    Participate in projects as a researcher or project manager where your services are specified in the proposal or are otherwise appropriate.
    Support and advise the RVI education team in the design and implementation of existing training courses and the development of new ones.
    Advise and assist in the peer-review, author management, editing and preparation of RVI publications.

    Strategic Development

    Work with the Executive Director to advance the development and operationalization of the Institute’s strategy, in consultation with colleagues, Trustees and Fellows.
    Oversee the development and implementation of RVI’s annual work plan, together with programme managers and other staff.

    Partnerships, Collaborations and Networking

    Cultivate and expand RVI’s network of international consultants and regional specialists, and collaborating institutions, including regional and local NGOs and educational and research organizations.
    Represent RVI in external engagements with government and civil society actors.

    Personnel Management and Development

    Line manage RVI Programme Managers.
    Work with staff to identify organizational staffing needs.
    Support the professional development of staff through structured trainings.
    Assist in the recruitment, hiring and supervision of staff and consultants.
    When required, prepare and approve job descriptions of programme personnel.
    Deputize for the Executive Director as required.

    Fundraising and Communications

    Support the expansion and diversification of RVI’s funding sources.
    Work with Programme Managers to identify new projects and funding opportunities, and prepare funding bids and proposals that fall within the aims of the Institute and support the long-term development of RVI’s programmes.
    Negotiate and conclude funding agreements with funders.
    Monitor the implementation of programmes, and develop tools and systems to do this.
    Ensure compliance with donor contract requirements, and RVI’s own internal policies and procedures.
    Represent RVI in discussions with funders, international organizations and officials from governments of the countries in the region, and at seminars and conferences.
    Publicize RVI and raise its profile in the region through participation in public events, official functions and media appearances.

    Knowledge Management

    Maintain an on-going analysis of political, social and economic developments in the regions and countries where RVI works, ensuring that RVI’s programmes, operations and strategies are informed by this analysis.
    Ensure reporting on RVI programmes is completed on schedule and is of expected quality.
    Oversee preparation of monthly narrative and financial reports for RVI internal circulation.
    Chair weekly meetings of Nairobi-based RVI staff according to an established schedule, and bi-monthly meetings with programme managers.
    Assist in the collection and addition of new contacts to the RVI contact database and updating of existing contacts.
    Maintain contact and calendar data in Daylite or other database software used by RVI; file documents appropriately in RVI Dropbox or other RVI online storage systems.
    Assist in the creation, testing, revision and updating of manuals, templates and guidelines related to the areas of responsibility outlined in this job description.

    Security

    Ensure that RVI’s programme of work is delivered in a safe and secure manner.
    Monitor the security situation in countries where RVI works.
    Develop and update RVI security protocols in consultation with staff and the Executive Director.
    Ensure adherence to security protocols and procedures for programmes in Africa.

  • Social Worker

    Social Worker

    Job Description

    Key Responsibilities

    Supporting and supervising the Social Service Community staffs in all their duties at the field offices, including assessments, provision of information on camp services, following-up and referring of vulnerable persons.
    Carrying out social assessment in the camp to establish individual needs and to form supporting activities like self –help groups and other relevant activities with a psychosocial approach.
    Facilitating inter-agency referral process for refugees in need as well as carry out follow- ups and provide feedbacks on referred cases to responsible agency.
    Working with refugee leaders, Host Community leaders and committees to ensure mechanisms established to address and uphold respect for the human rights of all individuals and promote gender equity and inclusion of minority and vulnerable persons.
    Implement planned activities in accordance with approved work plans, budgets and regulations of LWF and her partners and donors.
    Supervising and participating in issuing basic non food items to vulnerable new arrival and keeping records on all distributed NFI’s and list of bon fide beneficiaries in hard and soft copies.
    Conducting weekly meetings with social service staff to coordinate and clarify all information and points of interventions.
    Responsible for ensuring all staff under your supervision observe the highest standards of Code of Conduct for humanitarian workers, refugee and Host Community members protection and prevention of sexual abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
    Organizing and conducting monthly coordination meetings at their respective camps.
    Work closely with LGBTI peer leaders in provision of services to the vulnerable Pocs
    Participate in report writing, concept notes and proposal development.
    Collaborate with other team members in implementation of project activities
    Carry out any other tasks assigned that may deem fit to their nature of engagement with the organization

    Working Conditions
    The position is based in Dadaab. This is a non-family work station. Hot weather is prevalent throughout the year with limited basic amenities. Road movement between the work station and Garissa as well as inter-camp movement must be under police escort (scheduled convoys), with strict adherence to safety and security instructions all the time. Due to the nature of work, the incumbent is expected to be reachable on call 24 hours in the event of any emergency. The incumbent shall reside in LWF compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.
    Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

    Diploma or University degree in Social work, Community development, Disaster Management or Sociology.
    At least 2 years’ experience working in Community Based Rehabilitation programs(CBR) which include LGBTI, will be an added advantage
    Previous work experience in hardship areas or emergency setting.
    Possession of Valid Certificate of Good Conduct

    Skills and competencies:

    Computer literacy a must: excellent working knowledge with MS Office
    Good knowledge of human rights.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

    Personal Attributes:

    High level of motivation, integrity, commitment and professional responsibility.
    Ability to tolerate cultural, educational and religious diversity in the work place
    Excellent communication, time management, organization and presentation skills.
    A good team player with high degree of initiative and flexibility

  • Fundraising Assistant

    Fundraising Assistant

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    Reporting to: Programme Director
    Working hours: Mon-Fri 08.00-5.00pm)
    Location: Bamburi – Mombasa
    Contract: 6 months (negotiable)
    JOB PURPOSE
    To provide assistance to the Programme Director in identifying donor resources and potential investors, raising funds and writing proposals for long-term organizational sustainability as well as applications for funding short term projects.
    The responsibilities will include:

    Compile and maintain a database of international and local donor organizations (international foundations, bilateral and multilateral agencies and corporate organizations offering donations)
    Regularly monitor donor websites and identify investor opportunities matching the work or planned projects of the organization
    Assist the Programme Director in writing concept notes, project ideas and project proposals and ensure their timely submission
    Undertake independent research in finding alternative resources for long-term sustainability of the organization
    Assist the Programme Director in developing business plans to generate income from various income generating sources within the organization.
    Undertake online research and build contacts with local potential individual investors/donors and raise funds for the different projects of the organization.
    Maintain relationships with existing investors/donors and respond to their requests regularly and keep updating them about the work of the organization
    In liaison with Communication & Networking Officer, Improve, update and develop communications material for the organization such as brochure, website, annual report, posters etc.
    Organize or provide assistance in organizing any fundraising events for the organization
    Suggest other innovative ideas for effective resource mobilization

    Education and/or Experience:

    A holder of a Bachelor’s degree in development/social sciences (Sociology, Development studies, Economics or related field).
    A thorough understanding of program design and development especially in the sectors of Education, Health, Livelihoods or Child Protection
    He/she should have 2 – 3 years’ experience in planning, securing and managing funds (proposal writing) from institutional donors and local corporates.
    Experience in social science research & report writing; the candidate should have good experience in conducting assessments, evaluations etc
    Experience in working with target and deadlines

    Personal Attributes

    Decision making skills and the ability to exercise good judgment are required to successfully handle these responsibilities. The individual should be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, have “easy to engage” attitude, as well as strong organization, communication, and document coordination skills. The candidate should also be highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, Access, Power-point and the use of Internet for research.
    Honest, duty conscious with excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
    Works effectively with others in a team situation to achieve fundraising targets.
    Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to represent the organization in a professional manner to other team members and stakeholders
    Must be fluent in English and Kiswahili.
    Flexible, proactive and always willing to learn at any given opportunity

  • Research Advisor – East, Central and Southern Africa Programmes

    Research Advisor – East, Central and Southern Africa Programmes

    Location: Any country within East, Central and Southern Africa with a Sightsavers office
    Salary: Salary and terms and conditions based on location
    Sightsavers has an opportunity for a motivated and passionate Research Advisor with a strong interest in health and disability research to join its Policy & Strategic Programme Support team. The post holder will work with our global Research team and will be responsible for supporting research and other evidence generating activities within Sightsavers’ health, education and social inclusion programmes in East, Central and Southern Africa (ECSA).
    The role is incredibly varied and the post holder will be as comfortable working with programme beneficiaries in the field as they are in formal settings with academic, civil society and government partners. The post-holder will maintain a diverse portfolio of work that spans the research cycle from identification of problems and developing funding applications, conducting research through to dissemination of results for programme, policy and academic purposes.
    The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated and driven research professional with excellent technical skills who is now looking for an opportunity for working in an inter-disciplinary environment to gain further practical and field based experience. They will be able to demonstrate their conviction to be involved with hands-on research processes and implementation work in an NGO context and for the right candidate, this role would provide an excellent platform for development.
    Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, social or behavioral sciences or a related discipline. They will have a good working knowledge of different research methods including both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Candidates with a good knowledge of survey research, including a practical and well-organised approach to the analysis of survey data will be of particular interest.
    In addition, international travel for up to 16 weeks a year (often to rural locations) and level IV (fluency-speaking/reading/writing) English ability is required.

  • Public Health Programme Manager – Chogoria

    Public Health Programme Manager – Chogoria

    About the role

    As the Public Health Programme Manager, the creation and execution of the Public Health programs operational strategy. You will create and implement systems to ensure we are delivering quality and innovative programs to our communities
    The position requires a natural born leader who is passionate about building and leading large teams toward a common goal. You will spend 50% of your time out of the office either engaging with high-level community-stakeholders, visiting schools, working side-by-side with our community health workers, or conducting home visits to build sustainable relationships for the effectiveness of our programs.

    Your responsibilities will include

    Programmes

    Develop strategies and create necessary systems and processes to ensure quality delivery of our programs
    Manage and develop new and existing health education programs, mobile health clinics, sexual and reproductive health services, mosquito net distribution, clean water, hygiene and sanitation in schools and vision testing programs;
    Lead the creation and monitoring of programmatic budgets In collaboration with the team, ensure regular, quality monitoring and evaluation of all programs;
    Oversee the implementation and evaluation of our newly launched mobile app for data collection
    Design and drive a communication strategy to ensure we are clearly and consistently articulating our success and impact stories to all relevant stakeholders
    Ensure maximum optimization of all program resources (human, machinery, finances) in order to achieve program goals

    Building an engaging team

    Build and develop a high-performing public health team by rallying a diverse team with strong personalities around a common goal
    Contribute to the development of and provide leadership to the public health team, from direct reports to community health volunteers;
    Participate in performance reviews and individual capacity development plans for public health team members;

    Stakeholder Engagement

    Constantly seek new opportunities to tap into for new collaborations and opportunities
    Act as the key point of contact for Public Health Programme stakeholders, included by not limited to Ministry of Health and Education officials and teachers;
    Create and lead relevant and quality experiences for our international visiting nurses and medical physicians to ensure successful partnerships between parties.

    Knowledge Management

    Contribute to the identification and documentation of experiences, successful approaches and evidence for effective strategies for strengthening projects;
    Support research, qualitative and quantitative analysis, writing, and publication of reports;

    Donor Relations and Development

    Participate in fundraising efforts, including new program development, proposal and concept note development, budgeting and the development and management of relationships with existing and potential donors;
    Research grant agencies and foundations to identify potential sources of funding;
    Develop relationships with implementing partners and funders and reporting on project progress to funder(s);
    Writing of grant and program proposals and reports.

    Who we are looking for

    You have at least 3-5 years of management experience, with progressive responsibilities, and have managed teams of 10-15 people;
    Clinical health experience (medicine or nursing) – preferred, OR at least 3 years of experience managing health programmes in a growing organization with small agile teams;
    You are a great executor, you thrive at bringing the big picture into reality
    You are a natural in creating and developing sustainable relationships with diverse stakeholders, and experience working across time zones;
    You have a record of creating a positive and productive workplace. One that values hard work, feedback and continuous improvement, inclusion and commitment to work and working with other teams
    You have knowledge and experience in various monitoring and evaluation practices in NGOs and have the know-how of driving KPI definition and tracking
    You have at least 7 years work experience, preferably 1-2 with non-profits in rural East Africa
    You have a proven record in fundraising and writing winning proposals
    You have the proven ability to analyse data and draw insights to make decisions You are a highly enthusiastic person with proven ability to work under high demanding work environments;
    You are passionate about social change and want to build a career around it;
    You have the ability to multitask in ambiguous environments and can deliver results while working independently;
    You have exemplary track record of leading teams to achieve results;
    You have experience in resource management, including financial, logistical, and human;
    You are bold and can confidently share your opinion with others;
    Your friends claim you are the most organized and detailed person they ever met;
    You have demonstrated the ability to think critically and creatively in developing solutions;
    You have a strong verbal and written communications skills. Fluent in English and Kiswahili;
    You have past experience in donor reporting;
    You are conversant with basic IT skills such as MS office, Google drive, Android.
    You have the cultural fit to work in Village HopeCore International
    You are passionate about empowering lives of others and creating sustainable change.
    You love being out there, engaging with the communities and driving change from the grass root level
    You value the importance of giving and receiving feedback as an ingredient for building effective teams
    You are able to multi-task and willing to think outside-the-box.
    You are excited about working in multicultural team environments.
    You have high enthusiasm and positivity in your approaches.
    You are a curious and fast learner who never wants to stop learning.
    You are able to pick up new tasks, skills, and challenges and execute them effectively.

    Why work with us?

    We give you an opportunity to drive your own growth and development
    Opportunity to work in a purpose-driven organization and roles
    Be part of our expansion of our impact beyond our current scope

    Other information
    This opportunity is based in Chogoria Kenya and the professional should be able to start latest 1st August 2018 We will arrange a 6-month initial probation period. A commitment of working with us for at least 3 years is expected.

  • Career Advisor

    Career Advisor

    Job Description

    Position: Full time position with health benefits
    Manages: Prospective students, Enrolled Students and Interns
    Supervisor: Director of Education and Empowerment
    We are looking for a mature, honest, reliable and responsible individual who is very customer centered, is able to convince students to register for courses, possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrates ability to exercise good customer care.
    The successful individual should be able to keep clean student records, should be self-motivated, time conscious, and meticulous about his/her work performance and professionalism.
    He/She must be a team player, have integrity and be able to work without close supervision. In additional to being a very personable career development leader, this is also a customer service and sales position with a role similar to that of a “Receptionist” at a Front Office. We are looking for a very positive, highly professional person with a can-do attitude.
    Key responsibilities
    The Career Advisor is a new position at the Kibera Town Centre (KTC). This person will work with customers and students to help identify and obtain jobs in their new career field. This individual is focused on the career development of our customers and students, while establishing relationships with prospective employers.

    Provides Job Placement Assistance

    Follows-up with students on job leads provided by potential employers.
    Monitors the progress of students who are interviewing and follows-up with employers and students to determine the outcome.
    Maintains an active lead generation system to ensure sufficient job opportunities are available for students and graduates.
    Provides communication to students regarding employment activities and opportunities.
    Answers all job lead calls from prospective employers.

    Advises Students Regarding Career Search

    Works with customers and graduates to assist them in their career search by helping to develop employment goals, resume and cover letter preparation, and interviewing skills.
    Maintains a variety of employment resources, including database of employment possibilities, career guidance references, employment literature and related information.
    Prepares students for employment through proper advisory.

    Conducts Career Services Training

    Participates in and/or presents career services information at student orientation.
    Works individually and in groups to provide career coaching and educational workshops including, but not limited to, job search strategies, resume creation, cover letters, follow-up letters, preparing for interviews and searching for part-time or permanent career employment.

    Handles Student/Customers, Alumni and Employer Outreach

    Assists the KTC Team with planning and promoting career fairs, recruiting opportunities for employers and other career-related events.
    Coordinates employer field trips, attends job fairs, and prepares print materials to generate job leads.
    Identifies and communicates with unplaced customers, KTC graduates and students who are close to completing their training and job classes.
    Maintains contact with local employers to obtain information on job opportunities to develop and enhance working relationships, and to facilitate student placement.
    Advertises placement success within local businesses, schools, etc. in Kibera.
    Collects, maintains and reports on success stories and impact data of programs and services.
    Provides weekly reports regarding placement statistics, new employer relationships, and current employer relationships on a regular and as-needed basis.
    Maintains records of all graduate and intern job placements and creates a filing system (database) of potential placements.
    Ensures that all placement-related data is entered in HNP/KTC’s electronic record keeping system on an accurate and timely basis.
    Ensures proper documentation and verification of all reported graduates employment status is collected and maintained.
    Assists Director of Education and Empowerment Programs in Kenya in surveying graduates and employers to compile data regarding the effectiveness of the programs offered.

    Follows Compliance Policy and Procedure

    Complies with all Kenya, Department of Education and accreditation regulations.
    Adheres to all HNP/KTC policies and procedures.

    Required Qualifications

    Be a Diploma holder (with a Credit), in a business related field
    Have a K.C.S.E. Aggregate grade of C+ with a minimum of C in both Mathematics and English
    Have completed both ICDL 1 & 2, or Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS), or KTC Basic IT Literacy Course
    Be conversant with the Kenyan education system, and the roles of TVETA, KNEC, NITA, KNQA, MoE, KUCCPS and HELB in the education system
    Be familiar with career trends, options and tracks, including new collar jobs
    Possess excellent interpersonal, communication skills and people skills
    Be able to work flexible hours (up to 7p.m. in the evenings)
    Have experience in handling customers and be a “people” person
    Have a passion for Human Needs Project’s mission and goals in Kibera
    Have a minimum 2-3 years of experience in career services, human resources, student advisement or receptionist in a mid-level business/college.
    Familiarity and comfort working with various web based applications
    Sound judgment and reasoning skills to problem solve.
    Clear and concise communication skills.
    Detail oriented, organized and able to prioritize tasks efficiently.
    Exhibits professionalism, strong work ethics, honesty, integrity, courtesy and respect in all dealings with students and customers with whom HNP/KTC conducts business.

    Compensation Package: Human Needs Project offers a competitive salary and benefits package in Kibera.

    Salary is commensurate with experience.

  • Livelihood Intern Marketing and Communication Intern

    Livelihood Intern Marketing and Communication Intern

    Job Description

    Reporting to: The Education Health & Livelihoods Team Leader
    Job Purpose: The role of the Livelihood intern will be to implement activities in the department which are geared toward the financial independence of MTG girls and young women
    Responsibilities:

    Ensures the formation of field savings group /training the groups on the MTG field saving and loan model, financial literacy and entrepreneurship skills training.
    Build strategic partnership with micro-credit institutions and business-related partners to benefit MTG saving groups and individual out of school girls.
    Follow up and support supervision of individual and group business projects and savings groups.
    Perform regular financial and administrative duties necessary for successful and timely project implementation.
    Organize and oversees training of out of school girls in the business incubation center.
    Prepare timely weekly reports, as well as project briefs, case stories, lessons learnt and other documentation, for the program as required and to enhance program strategy
    Undertake any other tasks assigned by the Education Health and Livelihood Team Leader, which might reasonably be deemed within the status of the job description.

    Qualifications, competencies and experience

    Bachelor’s degree/diploma in a business-related field or any other relevant field.
    At least 6 months relevant work experience (working with communities in the areas of entrepreneurship)
    Experience and knowledge on table-banking/savings desirable
    Demonstrated experience in facilitation and training.
    Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in team situations

    DISCLAIMER
    The job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties and responsibilities associated with the position.

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  • Fundraising Officer Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator Education and Vocational Training Officer Programme Accountant

    Fundraising Officer Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator Education and Vocational Training Officer Programme Accountant

    Reporting to: Executive Director.
    Job purpose: Under the guidance and direction of the Executive Director, to spearhead the fundraising function for Moving The Goalposts (MTG). MTG has been implementing a resource mobilization strategy since 2014.
    The holder of this position will be charged with supporting programmes for further effectiveness in fundraising to ensure effectiveness and sustainability.
    The post holder will work with the ED and senior management team to improve the fundraising strategy for the organisation, deliver this strategy and raise both restricted and unrestricted funding for the organisation, which will involve: developing partnerships with national and international corporate organisations, government ministries, international and national NGOs and organisations and support the organisation to develop their income generation strategy.
    Writing applications to trusts and companies, co-organising and co-ordinating a fundraising events and high profile visits to MTG programmes will also be a key requirement.
    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Under the direction and guidance of the Executive Director, review the existing fundraising strategy and processes and create and deliver an implementation plan
    In agreement with the Executive Director, agree SMART fundraising targets in consultation with the Management Board
    Create and activate a calendar of events geared towards fundraising and donor stewardship
    Create a sustainable and diverse fundraising portfolio with funding streams based on the pillars of MTG fundraising such as Donor Grants and Corporate/Government Organisations
    Drafting funding proposals in collaboration with the Programme Manager who will supervise the grant application process at programme level
    Managing the grant application process and ensuring that reporting is tracked and meets donors’ expectations
    Developing partnerships with corporate organisations, national organisations and other stakeholders.
    Attending relevant fundraising forums and groups
    Preparing annual income and expenditure fundraising budgets
    Reporting to the MTG Management Board on a quarterly basis of progress to-date of specific fundraising activities and income targets
    Carry out prospect research and develop a comprehensive fundraising database that captures all relevant information as well as handling all administrative aspects of fundraising.
    Principal Monitor, evaluate and report on the effectiveness of individual fundraising initiatives and campaigns

    Skills and Experience:
    Essential:

    At least three years’ experience of fundraising within a charity or voluntary sector organisation
    Excellent time management skills and ability to manage own workload effectively; highly organised and methodical
    Excellent standard of written English and ability to write compelling fundraising applications
    Proven experience of securing income from a variety of fundraising streams
    Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills; confident and personable with the ability to manage and build strong relationships with key individual donors and organisations
    Holder of a degree from a reputable university
    Able to take an innovative and creative approach to work
    A good knowledge of fundraising and awareness of current trends
    High level of proficiency in the use of MS Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

    Desirable:

    Understanding of Sport for Development
    Knowledge of other languages
    Experience of working in different sectors.

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  • Accounts and Administrative Assistant

    Accounts and Administrative Assistant

    Job Description

    Location: Kenya, Kisumu with some travel to the field as required
    Duration & hours:Fixed period contract, full-time
    The Kenya country office is currently recruiting Accounts and Administrative Assistant for the implementation of Farm Africa’s Kenya Market-led Aquaculture Programme (KMAP) Project to be based in Kisumu. The objective of this role is to ensure proper books of account are maintained in the project. Support the project in procurement, administrative, office management, Asset management at field office, logistics, IT and fleet management related roles.
    DURATION & HOURS:
    Fixed period contract, full-time
    PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
    To ensure proper books of account are maintained in the Farm Africa KMAP Project in Kisumu and to provide administrative supportto the project staff team.
    KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    Duties:

    To offer front office support, administrative and logistical coordination tasks
    To ensure compliance with the basic standards contained in the Farm Africa finance procedures manual.
    To maintain comprehensive and up-to-date project financial records.
    To ensure routine office arrangement and cleaning and
    To ensure safe custody of all Kisumu office assets.

    Specific tasks:

    To ensure that all Staff Working Advances (SWA) taken by KMAP staff are accounted for within the stipulated period
    To ensure that all local purchases or services costing over Kshs. 20,000 are requested using an LPO. To ensure that three quotes are obtained for all purchases or services costing over Kshs. 40,000 and that there is a signed decision statement explaining the choice of supplier.
    To give feedback on any pertinent financial management issues to the Finance Manager in Nairobi.
    To ensure that proper accounting records are maintained at the project level.
    To send an accurate and complete set of monthly project accounts to Finance Manager latest by the 10th of the following month. Accounts and Administrative Assistant (KMAP)
    To handle incoming and outgoing project correspondence (letters, calls and faxes).
    To ensure the project office premises are clean and neat at all times.
    To prepare payment vouchers and other accounting documents. To receive visitors to the office and direct them to the appropriate staff.
    To handle and ensure timely replenishment of office petty cash.
    In consultation with the administration officer in Nairobi, to ensure that office supplies (equipment and stationery) are promptly requisitioned and supplied.
    To assist in organising meetings, workshops and conferences
    To make travel and accommodation arrangements for project staff and visitors.
    To maintain an up-to-date asset register for the Kisumu office and convey any changes to the country office accountant on a monthly basis.
    To ensure all KMAP assets (furniture, equipment and vehicles) are insured, serviced and maintained and to report any defects promptly to the project coordinator.
    To maintain mileage and service records for office vehicles
    To maintain an up to date, neat and adequate filing system for all accounting and administration documents, ensuring easy and efficient access.
    Ensure that all office utilities are paid promptly and maintain a rapport with the suppliers and ensure there are no outstanding invoices pending
    Assist in the project’s budgeting process

    PERSON SPECIFICATION
    Essential Desirable

    Education, qualifications & other knowledge
    Bachelors in Business administration – Finance option degree or related field
    Projects Management CPA (Part 2 Section 4)
    Certificate of good conduct

    Experience

    At least 1 year experience in project / fund accounting
    At least 1 years’ experience in book keeping
    At least 1 years’ experience in procurement

    Skills & abilities

    Computer literacy in MS-Office, Word, Excel, Outlook
    Familiarity with Quick books
    Office administration skills
    Accounts and Administrative Assistant (KMAP)