Jobs Kenya

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  • Project Development Intern

    Project Development Intern

    Job Description

    Grant Management

    Contract follow-up
    Communicate contractual obligations in particular with regards to reporting deadlines to Programme, AMEU and FLATS team;
    When any issue is identified in meeting deliverables in the given timeframe and budget, inform relevant staff in country and seek ACTED HQ Program Department advice on potential solutions that would meet donor rules.

    Reporting

    Participate in and take minutes of kick-off and close out meetings for each project
    Write quality narrative reports, reflecting the progress and status of projects in a transparent, timely and professional manner, in liaison with ACTED HQ GMU and finance, which will contribute ultimately to steady cash inflow;
    Work in close relation with AMEU to incorporate AME data (incl. data on input, process, output, outcome and impact indicators, lessons learnt and best practices) in reports and review M&E reports from AMEU;
    Liaise with FLATS teams when preparing reports, especially with finance to ensure greater coherence between financial and narrative reports by crosschecking the matching of data in the narrative and financial reports;
    Contribute to the monthly update of the Reporting Follow Up (RFU) and ensure smooth and regular communication with ACTED HQ GMU.
    Address ad hoc requests from donors in liaison with the CD, Programme and support teams.

    Partner Follow-up

    Ensure partners report to ACTED in a timely and qualitative manner as per the requirements of the grant agreement.

    Internal Coordination

    Internal Coordination and Communication
    Facilitate interdepartmental communication and information sharing from the Base, to the Area, Capital, and even up to the regional and HQ offices by taking minutes of the various ACTED coordination meetings
    Send meeting minutes in a timely manner to HQ;
    Inform ACTED HQ GMU and finance of latest developments, opportunities and challenges so that GMU can best advice on the way forward.

    Qualifications

    Postgraduate diploma in international relations/political sciences
    Excellent English and French writing and communication skills
    Previous related work experience, w/knowledge of proposal writing and donor relations
    Ability to work efficiently under pressure
    Ability to work in an unstable security environment moving
    Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions

    Conditions
    Field Intern benefits include:

    300 USD per month living allowance
    Coverage of all accommodation, food, and travel costs, a luggage allowance of 50 kg
    The provision of medical, repatriation.

  • Security Officer

    Security Officer

    Position Profile
    This position will support the security manager ensure that the security standards of ACTED staff are high and ensure high-level security of all ACTED assets, property and resources within ACTED sphere of influence and context of operations. They will acquire operational comprehensive understanding of ACTED program in Kenya and Somalia and provide support and advice in terms of security. He/she is accountable for compliance of ACTED security and safety guidelines.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Context analysis

    Provide regular contextual security report and share with Security Manager.

    Security Assessments

    In concert with Kenya/Somalia Security Department, carry out security assessments and evaluations (Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) self-assessment) in all ACTED area, particularly in Somalia.
    Update Security risks assessment, SOPs and others security documents as appropriate and share with Coordination and all local staff and ensure the security notice rules are applied.

    Operational support

    Report any damage to perimeter fence, warehouse or other structures to the Logistics team.
    Ensure constant update of the emergency contact list and timely issuance of ID cards.
    Ensure a proper level of preparation before movement on the field, transportation means are adapted, a good fleet maintenance, and set movement rules which are adapted to the local context to support the Logistic team in Country. Ensure Operational follow-up of movements.

    Briefing and training

    Provide security briefings for all incoming ACTED staff with follow-up periodically or when applicable.
    Provide security briefing to staff as needed and ensure that all staffs adhere to security policies and procedures. This includes briefing to all newly recruited staff joining ACTED, and induction briefings for visiting personnel.

    Liaison with humanitarian, military, community and other actors

    Establish a strong relationship with others security actors, including INGO, SNGO and agencies working in the security management filed.
    Share security updates with ACTED coordination.
    Report on all compound security and reporting from bases on agreed time-frames.

    Reporting

    Fill reports in case of security incident and follow up as appropriate.
    Fill the incident data base for Kenya/Somalia and centralize the national incident data base.
    Participate in the writing/updating of Country Security Plan and annexes.
    Record the field security focal points in the Security Monitoring Plan daily.
    Ensure proper filing/file maintenance of security related documents.

    Qualifications/Skills Required

    Bachelor degree in Arts, Social Sciences, Management, or a related security field. However, a diploma in security management backed by strong relevant technical experience will also be considered.
    A minimum of three years relevant experience on security, preferably at a management position, in an NGO.
    Deep and clear understanding of humanitarian principles and activities.
    Good understanding of security procedures and equipment.
    In-depth knowledge of security management and risk management.
    Excellent resistance to stressful situations.
    Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective work relations at all levels.
    Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision, pro-active and a good team-player.
    Demonstrable experience in report writing and analysis.
    Fluency in Somali language is an added advantage.
    This position will require frequent travel to ACTED’s areas of intervention in Kenya and Somalia.

  • Nutrition Specialist

    Nutrition Specialist

    Job Description
    The overarching purpose of this consultancy is to assess the status of the identified boreholes in Samburu sub counties and Baringo east Sub County (list of borehole sites as attached), in respect to their functionality and establish the technical needs and develop bill of quantities for the scope of works to be carried out to improve/restore their functionality. The projects aim is to repair non-functional systems or upgrade the systems to meet the rising community water demand by increasing storage and reduce queuing time and distance to fetching points through introduction of water kiosks/stand pipes.
    (Please refer to the detailed terms of reference and Annex 1 borehole sites attached).
    The tender will be conducted using ACTED standard bidding documents, open to all qualified consultants and service providers. The Bidding Documents (in English) to be collected by sending a request to: kenya.tender@acted.org, Cc tender@acted.org or can be downloaded from the ACTED website at www.acted.org under the section “Tenders”.
    Potential bidders are encouraged to consult the ACTED website regularly for potential modification to the present tender and/or the bidding documents.
    A tender opening session will take place on the 14/11/17 in ACTED representative office in Nairobi, KENYA (Chania avenue off Marcus garvey road opposite LER apartment) at 2:30 pm (East African Time). Potential bidders can contact ACTED to get more details concerning exact timing.
    ACTED will not be responsible for any costs or expenses incurred by the Bidders in connection with the preparation and submission of their bids to ACTED.

  • Deputy Country Director Operation

    Deputy Country Director Operation

    JOB PURPOSE
    The Deputy Country Director – Field Operations & Project Implementation is a key member of the Senior Management Team at country level. He/she will support and assist the Country Director (CD) in ensuring all projects in the country run in a smooth and cost-efficient manner and in compliance with ACTED’s and donors’ procedures and legal requirements.
    OBJECTIVES
    1.      Ensure the smooth running of projects reaching outputs and maximising outcomes for beneficiaries.
    2.      Anticipate and mitigate risks in implementation and ensure projects are run in a cost-efficient manner, in compliance with ACTED’s and donors’ procedures and legal requirements.
    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    1. Project Implementation Follow-up
    1.1. Project Planning
    1.2. Project Implementation Follow-up
    1.3. Project Quality Control
    1.4. Implementing Partners
    1.5. External Relations
    2. Administrative and Operational Management of Project Implementation
    2.1. Finance
    2.2. Logistics
    2.3. Administration/HR
    2.4. Transparency/Compliance
    2.5. Security
    2.6. Implementing Partners
    Qualifications
    At least 4 to 5 years of working experience in insecure environments; preferably in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East
    Demonstrated communication and organizational skills
    Ability to train, mobilize, and manage both international and national staff
    Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure
    Ability to work well in unstable and frequently changing security environments
    Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions
    Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office
    Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English
    Conditions
    Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
    Additional monthly living allowance
    Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
    Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
    Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

  • Hygiene Promoter

    Hygiene Promoter

    Main objective:
    As part of the WASH intervention, to safeguard and improve the public health of the affected population by: promoting safe WASH practices, including appropriate use and maintenance of WASH facilities and services; ensuring appropriate community involvement in the design and delivery of essential WASH services and facilities.
    Responsibilities for the Hygiene Promoter Job 
    Information management
    Gather data during needs assessments, baseline studies, and periodic studies, and help feed back findings to stakeholders.
    Help plan activities to reduce WASH-related risks.
    Record data on routine activities and WASH conditions and forward it to the WASH PM
    Liaise with community leaders and other sectors and agencies working locally.
    Project Implementation
    Help identify key hygiene practices to be addressed and carry out appropriate activities to promote safe practices. These activities may include the following:communication activities such as community meetings, drama, information campaigns, use of educational materials etc.;
    Support to water-point committees, hygiene committees, latrine attendants etc.
    Mobilize disaster-affected communities as appropriate and act as the link between the WASH response and the affected population at community level.
    Conduct Hygiene activities work according to templates, methodology and work-plans agreed with the WASH Manager
    Support in data collection for KAP surveys
    Provide hygiene promotion training to targeted groups according to methodology and training materials developed.
    Ensure that training attendance sheets are completed accurately
    Facilitate the distribution of Hygiene Kits as agreed in work-plans,
    Help identify needs for non-food items relevant to hygiene, participate in the choice of items, targeting strategy, promotion of effective use, and post-distribution monitoring.
    Ensure that beneficiary reception lists are completed accurately
    Complete materials follow up to monitor what materials are used and what requests are needed from the warehouse
    Resources management
    Use programme resources effectively and with care.
    Project Reporting/Documentation
    Ensure the beneficiary database is accurately filled out on a weekly basis
    Prepare weekly reports outlining activities and problems related to Hygiene promotion
    Maintain and update relevant ACTED project files and documentation.
    Ensure ACTED/donor visibility through photographs, work-vests etc.
    Perform other duties requested.
    Qualifications for the Hygiene Promoter Job
    Some prior knowledge of health, hygiene, teaching, or community development.
    Strong communication skills.
    Good listening skills.
    Sensitivity to the needs and priorities of different sectors of the community.
    Trust and wide acceptance by the community; a resident of Mandera
    Diplomacy, tact, and negotiating skills.
    Literacy, numeracy, and record keeping skills are desirable but may not be essential.

  • Project Officer

    Project Officer

    Locations: Maralal, Mandera Kenya
    Position Profile
    This position will require the individual to contribute to the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of WASH and Livelihoods projects for ACTED in Samburu, Kenya to ensure project objectives are met in a timely, accountable and quality manner.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Ensure effective implementation of ACTED WASH and Livelihoods programming in accordance with program requirements and in line with Donor regulations, WHO and international standards;
    Coordinate and work closely with Program Team throughout programme planning, design implementation and monitoring and evaluation.
    Oversee selection and repair of selected water sources.
    Conduct capacity-building for community groups and staff in the area of water resource management, Hygiene and Sanitation.
    Be responsible for providing Technical guidance on all WASH and Livelihoods components of programmes in Samburu County, giving support to the Program team and the implementing partners during planning, designing and implementation of WASH and Livelihoods activities.
    Provide technical leadership and support program staff in the design of a medium to long-term interventions, which address current emergency needs but which takes a longer-term view in enhancing mitigation to future crises and accountable management of resources.
    Together with program team, implement WASH and livelihoods activities in line with the programme proposals and donor requirements and ensure timely production of and submission of programme reports and budget revisions.
    Continuously review WASH and Livelihoods strategy and programme approaches to appropriately address and accommodate emerging field context.
    Participate in conducting joint assessments and planning responses together with other team and follow up on the recommendations.
    Propose innovative WASH and Livelihoods approaches relevant to the fragile context including on climate change, water resource management, water quality, water, food and nutrition security etc.
    Ensure that there is creative and holistic approach to WASH and Livelihoods programming, assist the team in finding ways to integrate/link and combine hygiene & health promotion, water and sanitation facilities design, construction & maintenance, with Health , Nutrition, Livelihoods and food security etc.
    To provide guidance and training to program staff to ensure that all work is carried out in a way that is sensitive to community needs and gender issues.
    To provide technical expertise and guidance to staff as appropriate, in (for example, but not limited to) assessment, monitoring, evaluation, reporting (Internal and Donor Reports), financial management, proposal development, technical design of water and sanitation facilities and the exercise of judgment skills.
    Participate proactively and contribute in coordination meetings and, at technical level engage line ministries and other NGO actors in Samburu.
    Work closely with field teams on objectives, indicators and activities and develop clear monitoring frameworks for each program in collaboration with the M & E Officers
    Ensure the development, implementation and periodic review of detailed annual implementation plans for the various WASH and Livelihoods projects.
    Other duties as required
    With the programme teams, develop regular progress report on the implementation of the activities;
    Support in identifying relevant County technical authorities/partners for potential partnerships;
    Provide support and information to the Appraisal Monitoring and Evaluation (AME) team during their reviews;
    Produce capitalization, good practices and lessons learnt reports;
    Represent ACTED in the different County forums, working groups on WASH and Livelihoods.
    Any other task assigned by the supervisor
    Qualifications/Skills Required
    Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Development studies, Social science or other relevant discipline
    Experience in implementing WASH, cash transfers and livelihoods programs in the ASAL areas will be an added advantage
    Project management experience in Donor Funded Projects
    Demonstrated experience in project management in an NGO/INGO is highly preferable.
    Able to manage a high workload and meet tight deadlines
    Hands on experience in report writing
    Prior significant humanitarian work experience of in Samburu is an added advantage
    Ability to train, mobilize, and manage national staff
    Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure;
    Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
    Good inter-personal skills, commitment and motivation

  • Logistics Officer

    Logistics Officer

    Duties for the Logistics Officer Job
    In accordance to ACTED’s procurement procedures, be responsible for the procurement process of all items or services purchased on the Capital level upto the level (Scenario) agreed with the Logistics Manager
    Receiving orders from the various departments, signing them and updating in the order follow up.
    Responsible for signing all procurement memo for Capital level procurement;
    Responsible to setting up the correct procurement procedure for each purchase;
    Contact requesters to ensure correct specifications of each items ordered, in order to avoid non-matching procurement;
    Ensure procurement of goods and services is always done following the value for money principle;
    Accountable for Compliance with respects to all capital procurements;
    Establish the monthly purchase forecast, gathering all purchase that will be done on capital level, and send it to the Country logistics Manger.
    Accountable for the reception of all items delivered or in transit to the Capital office;
    Accountable for quantity and quality check of all goods received on the Capital level;
    Ensure the information flow between the different Stakeholders in the supply chain;
    Responsible for transmission to finance all procurement files for payment
    Responsible for filling the logistics and compliance procurement file;
    Logistics Officer Job Requirements
    Bachelor degree in purchasing Supply Management or Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS, UK) or higher national diploma in store, logistics management or equivalent.
    At least 4 years relevant experience in procurement and logistics management in INGOs.
    Computer literate and with excellent IT Knowledge.
    Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective work relations at all levels,
    Strong people management and leadership skills;
    Excellent communication skills.
    Strong analytical and conceptual skills.
    Experience in providing inputs to proposals and donor reports in procurement and logistics.
    Demonstrated experience in overall responsibility and accountability for the logistical management of an organization.
    Ability to work under pressure,deal constructively with stress and working long hours.
    Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision, pro-active and a good team-player.
    Being conversant in Somali language will be considered an advantage.

  • WASH Project Manager HR/Administration Officer Logistics Officer Appraisal Monitoring and Evaluation (AME) Officer Area Coordinator-Kenya

    WASH Project Manager HR/Administration Officer Logistics Officer Appraisal Monitoring and Evaluation (AME) Officer Area Coordinator-Kenya

    Reporting to the Kenya Country Coordinator, her/his key areas of responsibility will include:
    Ensure effective implementation of ACTED WASH programming in accordance with program requirements and in line with Donor regulations, WHO and international standards;
    Coordinate and work closely with Program Team throughout programme planning, design implementation and monitoring and evaluation
    Oversee selection and repair of selected water sources;
    Conduct capacity-building for community groups and staff in the area of water resource management, Hygiene and Sanitation;
    Be responsible for providing Technical guidance on all WASH components of programmes in Kenya, giving support to the Program team and the implementing partners during planning, designing and implementation of WASH activities.
    Provide technical leadership and support program staff in the design of a medium to long-term interventions, which address current emergency needs but which takes a longer-term view in enhancing mitigation to future crises and accountable management of resources.
    Together with program team, implement WASH activities in line with the programme proposals and donor requirements and ensure timely production of and submission of programme reports and budget revisions
    Continuously review WASH strategy and programme approaches to appropriately address and accommodate emerging field context
    Participate in conducting joint assessments and planning responses together with other team and follow up on the recommendations
    Propose innovative WASH approaches relevant to the ASAL context including on climate change, water resource management, water quality, water security etc.
    Ensure that there is creative and holistic approach to WASH programming, assist the team in finding ways to integrate/link and combine hygiene & health promotion, water and sanitation facilities design, construction & maintenance, with Health , Nutrition, Livelihoods and food security etc.
    To provide guidance and training to program staff to ensure that all work is carried out in a way that is sensitive to community needs and gender issues
    To provide technical expertise and guidance to staff as appropriate, in (for example, but not limited to) assessment, monitoring, evaluation, reporting (Internal and Donor Reports), financial management, proposal development, technical design of water and sanitation facilities and the exercise of judgment skills.
    Participate proactively and contribute in the WASH sector meetings and, at a technical level engage with UN agencies and County Government line ministries in Kenya.
    Work closely with field teams on objectives, indicators and activities and develop clear monitoring frameworks for each program in collaboration with the M & E Officers
    Ensure the development, implementation and periodic review of detailed annual implementation plans for the various WASH projects
    Other duties as required
    Qualifications/Skills Required
    A Degree/Masters in Water Engineering, Water Resource Management, Hydro-geology or a related field (Environmental Health, Public Health, etc.).
    More than five years’ experience in working/programming in either emergency/relief or development, including managing community-based water, health, and sanitation projects with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects (CLTS, sanitation infrastructure, hygiene promotion, etc.)
    Background in implementation of projects with a component of CLTS
    Experience in project design, proposal writing, needs assessments, surveys, and information management.
    Experience in supervising, training, and coaching staff
    Good understanding of SPHERE and other international standards.
    Ability to conduct and effectively communicate community WASH (including sanitation and hygiene) needs assessment, program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of WASH activities.
    Computer literacy (MS Office), English & Kiswahili fluency is the minimum requirements
    Experience of working in a team and coordinating the work of project staff of different cultural backgrounds.
    Able to handle, prioritize, multiple tasks simultaneously.
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  • Field Officer

    Field Officer

    Field Officer Job Requirements
    Excellent analytical skills of qualitative, quantitative and geo-spatial data
    3 years of relevant working experience in humanitarian settings a benefit;
    Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting;
    Flexibility and willingness to travel;
    Familiarity with the aid system, and understanding of donor and governmental requirements;
    Somali Language required, English an advantage
    Ability to operation Microsoft Word, Excel and Project Management Software.
    Prior experience of mobile data collection tools
    Ability to operate qualitative data analysis
    Ability to work independently.

  • Project Assistant Security Officer Program Officer

    Project Assistant Security Officer Program Officer

    ACTED is looking for professionally confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team player to fill the position of a Project Officer based in Baidoa, Somalia. This position is dependent on approval of funding
    Under the supervision and guidance of the Office Manager, The Project Assistant will support the program delivery and the project officers in accordance to both the project document and ACTED’s rules and procedures.
    Responsibilities for the Project Assistant Job
    Support the implementation of all project activities under the Food Security/Livelihoods/WASH portfolio in Bay region.
    Capitalize all project document and insure archiving as per ACTED standards
    Assist in note taking and report writing in key program activities (Community training)
    Assist the project officers in the monthly reporting
    Assist the project teams in documenting and communication (photos, success stories, case story etc…)
    Support the office manager in representation to meetings
    Taking notes and insure dissemination
    Support the Head of office in the writing of weekly and monthly area reports
    Perform any other duties as required.
    Project Assistant Job Requirements
    Bachelor’s Degree or a higher Diploma or equivalent in Development studies, Social science or other relevant discipline
    At least 1 year Project management or similar experience in Donor Funded Projects
    Demonstrated experience in project management in an NGO/INGO is preferable.
    Able to manage a high workload and meet tight deadlines
    Hands On experience in report writing and communication
    Ability and willing to travel within the region,
    Fluency in Somali and english
    Ability to train, mobilize, and manage national staff
    Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure;
    Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
    Good inter-personal skills, commitment and motivation
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