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Africa Communications Director

It’s an exciting time to be part of Habitat for Humanity International, HFHI, in Africa! Habitat has recently centered its operations for Africa in Nairobi, Kenya as part of its Global Impact 2025 initiative. This is a dramatic change initiative aimed at tripling our scale, impact and funding by 2025. As part of our rapidly growing regional team, you will be a critical member in helping Habitat realize that vision.

The Africa hub manages Habitat’s operations across the region, including Lesotho, South Africa, Tanzania, Cote d’Ivoire, Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Malawi. Nairobi provides access to some of the largest institutions and organizations shaping eastern Africa today. The Africa team plays a pivotal role in building Habitat’s brand in the market and helping elevate housing as a critical part of the solution to the complex challenges facing this region.

We are looking for candidates who are driven, resourceful and want desperately to help as many families as possible build strength and stability through housing. We want people who are uncompromisingly committed to Habitat for Humanity’s vision and core values of courage (to do what’s right), accountability (to take personal responsibility for the mission and our actions) and humility (to remember that we are part of something bigger than ourselves). Together, we will achieve a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

About The Role

The Africa Communications Director leads communications related to Habitat’s work in sub-Saharan Africa, promoting the Habitat brand with targeted audiences in the region and around the world in concert with Habitat’s overall brand strategy. This key role is a member of the management team responsible for overall strategic direction and the effectiveness of Habitat’s work in the region. Reporting to the Senior Director, International Communications, based in the US, this position manages the creation of compelling content and identifies strategically important platforms, channels and initiatives in the region for delivering that content to advance Habitat’s brand awareness, advocacy efforts, programs and fundraising through Habitat’s global donor network. The Communications Director also works closely with the Africa Hub Senior Director to support regional events, message development and other efforts to strengthen Habitat’s positioning in sub-Saharan Africa. Both strategic and hands-on, this role is responsible for developing collaborative relationships at various levels of the organization, from other Global Communications department staff to fundraising, advocacy and program staff to leadership and communications leads at national organizations, branches and other Habitat offices in the region.

LOCATION AND TRAVEL: This role is based at our office in Nairobi, Kenya with up to 15% international travel.

Key Responsibilities

Communications strategy (20%)

Collaborate closely with the Senior Director, International Communications, and others on the International Communications team to develop and implement aspects of the international communications strategy related to sub-Saharan Africa.
Work with the Africa Hub Senior Director and management team to develop communications strategies that help advance regional initiatives related to brand-building, programs, advocacy and fundraising, with a special emphasis on meeting the needs of Habitat’s global network of donors and supporters.

Storytelling and Brand-Building (25%):

Lead the development of content for key communications platforms, ensuring projects are consistent with organizational brand strategy and Africa Hub strategy.
Play a lead role in identifying the communications channels, platforms and events in the region that can best deliver Habitat’s content to audiences that are strategically important for brand positioning, fundraising, advocacy and/or programs. This includes securing media coverage of Habitat’s work and strategic initiatives across broadcast, radio, print and online media in sub-Saharan Africa.

Program Communications (25%)

Help interpret Habitat’s programming and expertise for strategically important audiences by preparing both the messaging and the messengers.
Support Habitat fundraisers with the necessary communications collateral related to programs in sub-Saharan Africa so that they can continue to gain support from Habitat’s global network of donors.
Support subject matter experts and other program staff by editing presentations or developing talking points.

Regional Signature Events (20%)

Lead on communications planning and implementation for the regional signature events such as Habitat’s Africa Housing Forum, AfriCities Summit and others.

Social Media (10%)

Support social media efforts related to sub-Saharan Africa. This includes developing regional and local content/materials, working with national organizations and International Communications colleagues to ensure timely, accurate, compelling information about Habitat’s work in Africa is shared across a range of social media platforms.
Support national organizations in Africa in their social media activities and increase supporter engagement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field.
10+ years of related experience in regional communications work across multiple countries, especially managing regional projects with multiple stakeholders.
3+ years of experience with media relations in sub-Saharan Africa.
Experience developing successful communications strategies that help advance both larger organizational objectives and those of a particular team or initiative within an organization.
Proficiency in building creative concepts and demonstrated ability to see storytelling projects through to completion, including both written and visual aspects.
Proven ability to write, edit, evaluate and curate strong content and design, while meeting brand, marketing and messaging needs.
Strong communications and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural competencies and organizational and project management skills that demonstrate an ability to successfully collaborate with a variety of departments and stakeholders.
Active support of HFHI values and commitments:

Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves.

Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.

Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission.

Safeguarding – HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.

Preferred

Previous nonprofit or NGO experience.
Experience with international development and social change.
Deep knowledge of and experience in sub-Saharan Africa.

DEADLINE: Apply online by 30 November 2021.

Apply via :

www.habitat.org

October 28, 2024
Africa Housing Forum Intern

Job Description
The HFHI’s Africa Hub consists of a team of technical subject matter experts who focus on urban, land and housing policy programs, water/sanitation/hygiene (WASH), disaster risk reduction and response (DR3), and housing construction technologies. The team is also responsible for leading various issues related to housing, human and settlements interventions from an integrated services perspective, providing technical and strategic support to Habitat for Humanity national organizations and partners in SSA. As the Africa Housing Forum Intern, you will provide support to the Africa Hub. This position will work directly with Habitat’s Director of Program Operations at the Africa Hub and other cross-functional teams across the organization.
You will learn from participation on a wide array of projects related to the Africa Housing Forum scheduled to take place from 21-23 April 2022.
Primary Responsibilities

Undertake research on housing and human settlement related topics
Support the documentation of case stories from NOs and lessons learned in the implementation of various housing related interventions
Assist in preparation of materials and information for Africa Housing Forum related meetings
Support the development of media articles and products as appropriate.
Knowledge management (such as support in organizing Africa Housing Forum files)
Assist the organization of the Africa Housing Forum
Writing concept notes and blogs (e.g., from papers presented during conferences)
With support from the communications team, prepare relevant communications materials (speeches, brochures, success stories, social media materials etc.).
Other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

Fresh graduates in Urban and Regional planning, Architecture, Development Studies and any other related subjects
Master’s degrees preferred
Understanding of international development and related policies
Experience managing social media channels (Twitter, Facebook and Instagram)
Ability to conduct research
Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skill
Strong interpersonal skills

Location: Remote arrangement or in the Africa Hub in Nairobi as agreed upon with supervisor
Duration: Latest start 1st November 2021 to January 2022 (3 months) with possibility of renewal for another 3 months.

If interested, please send your CV and a cover letter to EMEANairobiInfo@habitat.org

Apply via :

EMEANairobiInfo@habitat.org

October 28, 2024
Senior Specialist

We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.
It’s an exciting time to be part of Habitat for Humanity International, HFHI, in Africa! Habitat has recently centered its operations for Africa in Nairobi, Kenya as part of its Global Impact 2025 initiative. This is a dramatic change initiative aimed at tripling our scale, impact and funding by 2025. As part of our rapidly growing regional team, you will be a critical member in helping Habitat realize that vision.
The Africa hub manages Habitat’s operations across the region, including Lesotho, South Africa, Tanzania and Cote d’Ivoire, Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Malawi. Nairobi provides access to some of the largest institutions and organizations shaping eastern Africa today. The Africa team plays a pivotal role in building Habitat’s brand in the market and helping elevate housing as a critical part of the solution to the complex challenges facing this region.
We are looking for candidates who are driven, resourceful and want desperately to help as many families as possible build strength and stability through housing. We want people who are uncompromisingly committed to Habitat for Humanity’s vision and core values of courage (to do what’s right), accountability (to take personal responsibility for the mission and our actions) and humility (to remember that we are part of something bigger than ourselves). Together, we will achieve a world where everyone has a decent place to live. www.habitat.org
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Specialist – Regional Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL). We are seeking a professional with a high degree of designing and implementing mechanisms that ensure accountability for a community. Reporting to the Director of Operations for the Africa Hub, and cross functionally to the Manager – Global MEAL, this role adapts and implements MEAL guidelines and tools throughout the region, while providing support with organizational MEAL and related standards. The purpose of the position is to improve program and project efficiency and effectiveness, decision making and learning during the project life cycle through MEAL. In carrying out this work, this position interacts with other regional/national/headquarters staff, partner organizations and contracted subject matter experts.
Our ideal candidate is a self-starter and will be proactive as a creative thinker to solve issues that arise. This individual must be attracted to learning and must be willing to coach and train other specialists and our National offices (NO) on MEAL guidelines.
JOB LOCATION & TRAVEL: Nairobi, Kenya. Travel up to 30% within Africa.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Coordination

Adapt and continue to develop MEAL methodology, approaches and tools, and provide support and guidance to regional and national staff to ensure their proper use.
In collaboration with program/project teams supports the development of regional, national and project capacity to ensure that MEAL standards and good practices are properly integrated in all phases of the project life cycle.
Provides support to national organizations and projects to ensure that they meet HFHI MEAL standards and good MEAL practices.
Technical Support for MEAL Policy, Standards, Procedures and Tool Implementation
Participate in program/project design and proposal writing in the areas of theory of change, log frame design, MEAL plan and budget development.
Advise and support program/project teams on quality data gathering and analysis to facilitate informed program and project design.
Provide research, planning and evaluation guidance and tools for the implementation of new / pilot housing programs and assist national organizations in research and analysis for the development of new programs as requested.
Support program/project teams to set up accountability mechanisms to beneficiaries and community members. Review the responsive use of accountability mechanisms, data and responses.
Support and follow up on research, evaluations and learning events to document lessons learned and best practices from interventions. Prepare or review terms of reference for external evaluators and coordinate collaboration with them.
Knowledge Management, Reporting and Learning
Support national organizations in the use of HFHI metrics tools and data reporting, review project data collection and reporting for data quality and make recommendations for improvement.
Oversee the implementation of data management tools for process and quality improvement.
Conduct analysis of project and program results to support evidence-based program decision making and program quality improvement, using appropriate software as necessary.
Ensure that analysis of evaluation findings and recommendations feedback into improved program quality, evidenced in subsequent program designs.

Capacity Development

Coordinate capacity assessments and review of MEAL systems to identify process, systems and capacity gaps.
Support national organizations in the development of MEAL process, system and capacity building plan.
In line with global MEAL plan, support capacity development of staff.
Develop materials and facilitate learning events that build capacity through MEAL and project management.

Collaboration

Participate in relevant communities of practice and collaborate with counterparts within HFHI network as required.
Establish an external network of organizations and individual experts for joint projects and contractual work.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, especially in the social sciences, social work, or program evaluation areas.
Specialization and/or professional certification in Monitoring and Evaluation.
5+ years of experience in a similar position, preferably with a development organization.
Adult training and facilitation skills.
In-depth knowledge and experience in monitoring and evaluation, accountability, learning, research and evaluation methodologies, standards and practices (preferably in relation to human / social development or housing and human settlement).
Understanding of contemporary trends and innovations in MEAL.
Demonstrated experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis and statistics.
High degree of computer literacy, proficient user of MS office.
Familiarity with statistical packages, qualitative data analysis software and IT applications to support MEAL and knowledge management.
Fluency in English, written and spoken.
Project management experience.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multi-cultural team.
Ability to work independently with little supervision and proactively ask questions and come up with solutions.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to think creatively about MEAL solutions.
Good organizational skills including accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel up to 30%, mostly within Africa.
Active support of HFHI Values:
Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves
Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular
Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission

Apply via :

www.habitat.org

October 28, 2024
Africa Housing Forum Manager

It’s an exciting time to be part of Habitat for Humanity International, HFHI, in Africa! Habitat has recently centered its operations for Africa in Nairobi, Kenya as part of its Global Impact 2025 initiative. This is a dramatic change initiative aimed at tripling our scale, impact and funding by 2025. As part of our rapidly growing regional team, you will be a critical member in helping Habitat realize that vision.

The Africa hub manages Habitat’s operations across the region, including Lesotho, South Africa, Tanzania and Cote d’Ivoire, Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Malawi. Nairobi provides access to some of the largest institutions and organizations shaping eastern Africa today. The Africa team plays a pivotal role in building Habitat’s brand in the market and helping elevate housing as a critical part of the solution to the complex challenges facing this region.

We are looking for candidates who are driven, resourceful and want desperately to help as many families as possible build strength and stability through housing. We want people who are uncompromisingly committed to Habitat for Humanity’s vision and core values of courage (to do what’s right), accountability (to take personal responsibility for the mission and our actions) and humility (to remember that we are part of something bigger than ourselves). Together, we will achieve a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

About The Role

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is currently seeking a talented professional for the role of Africa Housing Forum Manager. The successful candidate will maintain and build relationships to support Habitat’s role as convener for its inaugural Africa Housing Forum, happening in April 2022. As the host of the first ever Africa Housing Forum, Habitat aims to further push the affordable housing agenda in Africa by bringing key partners and housing experts together. Moving forward, this will become a biennial event.

An adept project and event manager, this individual is the central liaison, both internally with the HFHI team (Internal Advisory Group), as well as with external stakeholders: vendors, partners and co-organizers of the Africa Housing Forum (Forum Steering Committee). The incumbent will also coordinate and liaise with peers from other regional housing forums (Latin America/Caribbean, Asia/Pacific, Europe) and within the Europe/Middle East/Africa internal team. They will plan the logistics of this hybrid event, aiming to host around 500 in-person and virtual attendees.

The successful candidate brings in-depth experience managing complex projects and events and has exceptional communication skills – both listening and speaking. They thrive on building relationships both internally and externally and are excited about convening an exceptionally meaningful Africa Housing Forum.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison for NGOs, governments, and donor relationships in regard to the organization of the Africa Housing Forum 2022 events. Support with the mapping of key stakeholders to be included as Forum co-organizers.
Serve as the point of contact for African countries, ensuring to keep the Area Vice President and other Area Leadership Team members consulted and updated.
Contribute to development and implementation of Africa Housing Forum Event Strategy.
Drive entire project life-cycles, from event vision and concept to timeline management, budgets, execution and reporting for the Africa Housing Forum.
Coordinate the work of external Steering Group and the internal Advisory Committee.
Attend key coordination and networking events for coordination, information gathering and/or networking.
Monitor and support the programmatic design team regarding the general agenda of the Forum.
Coordinate the selection and systematization of best practices and experiences (for exhibition and presentation) with the knowledge management group, manage deadlines for submission, selection and awarding and ensuring that awardees have adequate funding for their participation. Specifically analyze: (i) selection of experiences and documentation (selection criteria, development of templates, request and recruiting of exhibitors, review and evaluation of cases/exhibitors); (ii) coordinate exhibit/display of selected best practices and experiences; (iii) identify most representative experiences to be presented in the Forum program.
Vendor Management: Identify and select the local operator/anchor of the Forum and coordinate with them all the logistic organization of the event in the host country. Negotiate (as needed) with the venue organizers and providers of all spaces, logistics, catering, translation, logistics support, etc.
Develop and manage the marketing strategy for the Forum including coordinating image & communications design of the event, registration of participants and exhibits, merchandising, etc.
Support the identification and management of virtual platforms for the housing forum as may be needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 10 years’ overall related experience including partnership development, event organization and project management, preferably in international development contexts.
Outstanding event management, organization and negotiation skills, including being highly creative and having a strong eye for event design and a love of detail.
Sound business acumen, with the ability to work closely with multiple diverse internal and external partners and stakeholders to produce and manage a big event while also being able to work independently.
Good understanding of African institutions and policy frameworks.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, with mastery of logistics and workflows, capable of overseeing multiple work-streams and dependencies.
Strategic thinker who enjoys working in a collaborative, solutions driven environment and is proactive.
Excited by/comfortable with fast paced, dynamic, hands-on role, and ability to adapt to change.
Flexibility working in multi-cultural environments.
Budget and financial management skills.
Good coordination and facilitation skills.
Active support of HFHI values and commitments:
Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves
Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular
Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission
Safeguarding – HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

Preferred

Master’s degree.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Deadline for applications is 24 September 2021.

Apply via :

www.habitat.org

October 28, 2024
Africa Policy and Advocacy Manager

It’s an exciting time to be part of Habitat for Humanity International, HFHI, in Africa! Habitat has recently centered its operations for Africa in Nairobi as part of its Global Impact 2025 initiative. This is a dramatic change initiative aimed at tripling our scale, impact and funding by 2025. As part of our rapidly growing regional team, you will be a critical member in helping Habitat realize that vision.
The Africa hub manages Habitat’s operations across the region, including Lesotho, South Africa, Tanzania and Cote d’Ivoire, Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Malawi. Nairobi provides access to some of the largest institutions and organizations shaping eastern Africa today. The Africa team plays a pivotal role in building Habitat’s brand in the market and helping elevate housing as a critical part of the solution to the complex challenges facing this region.
We are looking for candidates who are driven, resourceful and want desperately to help as many families as possible build strength and stability through housing. We want people who are uncompromisingly committed to Habitat for Humanity’s vision and core values of courage (to do what’s right), accountability (to take personal responsibility for the mission and our actions) and humility (to remember that we are part of something bigger than ourselves). Together, we will achieve a world where everyone has a decent place to live. www.habitat.org

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is currently seeking a talented professional for the role of a Africa Policy and Advocacy Manager (PAM). The Africa Policy and Advocacy Manager is the main point of contact for HFH National Organizations (NOs) in Africa. This individual will also ensure quality control and compliance with HFHI advocacy requirements for NOs. This manager is a key contributor to the continental networking, positioning and partnership building for HFH in Africa by attending regional/continental events, conferences and coalitions. The PAM also contributes to HFH regional strategy development and implementation as a key advisor.
This individual is the liaison and will be a member of the HFHI Global Advocacy Team and channels information and knowledge between HQ and the Area Office (AO) along with HQ and NOs. The PAM represents HFHI at continental and global events.
This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Key Responsibilities:

Support with policy analysis and advocacy initiatives at country level. Offer guidance; help locate expert advice (internal or external); assist in the collection of best practices and the promotion of successes.
Lead efforts related to capacity building of field advocacy staff and local partners as well as increased awareness and knowledge of other staff on advocacy issues.
Ensure policy compliance of national advocacy programs, ensure quality management of national advocacy programs and validate GMT reports.
Liaise and coordinate with other subject matter experts in the AO and within the HFH network to ensure policy and advocacy are mainstreamed across HFH programs.
Review and contribute to major grant proposals to ensure funding for advocacy initiatives.
Lead and coordinate research initiatives contributing to strategy development and implementation.
Develop and sustain strategic advocacy partnerships at the regional level, particularly with UN-HABITAT, GLTN, African Union, Africa Land Policy Center. Maintain a database of housing and land expert contacts and possible alliances.
Represent European/Middle East/Africa (EMEA) and HFHI at regional and global conferences and workshops as a speaker and expert.
Contribute to HFHI global advocacy initiatives and campaigns.
Contribute to the African Housing Forum design, planning and partnership coordination as well as other major HFH-led events, workshops and conferences.
Contribute to HFHI advocacy and fund-raising efforts towards the EU.
Contribute to EMEA and HFHI Communications on advocacy on a regular basis.

Key Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in development/housing/sociology/law/communications or additional education/certifications related to advocacy.
6-8 years of related experience in advocacy development programs for non-profit organizations in Africa and partnership relationships with NGOs.
At least 2 years of experience working with African countries on advocacy related programs.
Working knowledge of national and international government structures and multi-lateral institutions.
A strategic thinker.
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to working in remote teams and networking skills.
Coaching/consultancy/advisory skills.
High proficiency in English.
Computer literacy (MS office, accounting software systems).
Active support of HFHI Values:
Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves.
Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.
Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission.

Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.
Preferred:

Proficiency in a second international language especially French.
Master’s degree in international development/ public policy/ housing.
Proficiency in proposal development.

Apply via :

www.habitat.org

October 28, 2024
Regional Safeguarding Advisor (EMEA)

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is currently seeking a talented professional for the role of a Regional Safeguarding Advisor (EMEA). Reporting to the Senior Director, Africa Hub with dotted line responsibility to the Director, Global Head of Safeguarding, this position will lead the respective operational approach to fulfilling Habitat’s safeguarding commitments for the region as well as contribute to enhancing Habitat’s global technical capacity within Safeguarding.

The Regional Safeguarding Advisor will lead the regional safeguarding planning and implementation across the region, supporting significant capacity building and bolstering compliance with Habitat’s Safeguarding Standards within all respective operating entities. This will include coordinating capacity building, promoting safe programming, enhancing safe partnerships, delivering trainings, establishing metrics, meeting donor compliance, risk management, supporting the mainstreaming of safeguarding throughout operations, especially when engaging directly with communities and through partners.

Additionally, this role will focus on global capability enhancement through working closely with the global safeguarding team to develop systems/procedures and enhance standards.

This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Key Responsibilities

Safeguarding Champion

Champion safeguarding policies and accompanying policy guidance support materials, including strong advocacy for safeguarding across all levels of business to promote a culture of safeguarding.
Provide quality and accessible advice, support and guidance to managers and staff through supporting the effort for adequate safeguarding measures are integrated into office operations, processes and programs as outlined by Habitat’s Safeguarding Standards and other core documents.
Act as a reporting avenue for safeguarding related issues, concerns or experiences and foster an environment where all potential safeguarding misconducts are reported as per Habitat’s Safeguarding Policy.
Represents Habitat regionally in safeguarding matters.
Drive safeguarding regional strategy.
Establish safeguarding implementation plan/annual plan for the region and monitors progress against plan.

Regional Capacity Building

Create, support, and nurture a network of safeguarding focal points across the region at the country and program levels.
Collaborate with and provide advice to key teams and/or departments within the offices to promote fulfillment of that safeguarding risk analysis, including risk identification and management strategies of the country’s processes, procedures and activities and appropriate mitigating actions are developed.
Partner with the program team to enhance safeguarding awareness-raising in communities where Habitat operates and the MEAL team for raising awareness around community reporting mechanisms.
Support program teams in building partner capacity in the areas of safeguarding.
Lead safeguarding training delivery for the region.
Safeguarding standards are applied throughout the region.
Manages the overall compliance to Habitat’s Safeguarding Standards with support from leadership, including coordination of capacity building and assessments of regional entities.
Undertake and or support the development of local safeguarding procedures in line with mapping of local external environment (legislation, cultural considerations, etc.) and global guidelines.

Project and Proposal Development

Operate as technical partners on safeguarding matters in regards to program design, proposal formulation, donor compliance, etc.

Case Management

With respect to safeguarding investigations, provide advice on case assessment and recommendations, and support fact-gathering under as needed based on consultation with the investigations team.

Success Criteria

Level of compliance by the Area Office and respective country programs within the region with Habitat’s Safeguarding Standards.
Progress made against regional strategy development and roll-out.
Capacity building efforts resulting in strengthen safeguarding within Habitat operations.
Level of safer programming integration occurring throughout Habitat operations.
Quality of support given to staff when safeguarding concerns arise.
Ability to influence Habitat’s culture to work towards a ‘speak up culture’.

Key Requirements

Bachelor’s degree level of education in relevant field.
3 to 5 years of safeguarding investigation experience in development/humanitarian work or in similar fields such as protection, child protection, SGBV. Preferably in a international non-profit organization.
Experience dealing with sensitive matters – highly confidential and discrete – and ability to build/maintain trust.
Experienced trainer, facilitator and mediator.
Experienced in change management and project management skills.
Must have a high level of resilience with the ability to be impartial and remain calm under difficult circumstances.
Must be able to impartial in the most challenging situations.
Must have excellent problem – solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

Active Support Of HFHI Values & Commitments

Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves.
Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.
Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission.

Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

Preferred

Experience adhering to safeguarding compliance requirements from donors.

A cover letter is required to be considered for this position.

APPLICATION DEADLINE – JULY 16TH, 2021

Apply via :

www.habitat.org

October 28, 2024
Africa Safety And Security Advisor (Nairobi).

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is looking for a seasoned security professional for the role of Africa Safety and Security Advisor (ASSA). The ASSA will direct the development, implementation and monitoring of an effective strategy to identify, analyze and mitigate safety and security risks, enable access, maintain continuity of operations and programs, manage incidents and provide for the safety and security of all HFHI employees and assets. The ASSA acts as an advisor to the Area Vice President (AVP), including comprehensive gender inclusive security risk analysis and recommendations related to strategic, operational, programmatic, partnership, and cross-cutting risks. The ASSA ensures adequate protocols and mechanisms are in place to address country programs’ unique risks and challenges. They provide direction and technical support in developing and maintaining country programs’ security management in line with HFHI’s Global Safety and Security policy, framework, processes, and protocols. The ASSA participate in the development of Safety and Security (S&S) procedures and practices which integrate with Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) and gender.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Africa Hub and the Global Safety and Security Director, the ASSA is a member of HFHI’s area senior management team and of the global safety and security team. Key relationships include: Area Vice President, Global Safety and Security Director, Director of Investigations, Director of Safeguarding, Area Legal Advisor, Area Program Directors, Area HR Director, Branch & National Office Directors,Deputy Directors, Country Security Leads, Counterparts in other regions.
This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Travel up to 50% primarily within Africa, with more travel in the first year.
Key Responsibilities:

Programming:

Serve as the organization’s Security Focal Point for Africa, providing security policy guidance and security management support to the HFH entities in the regions, enabling effective program planning, implementation and delivery within the framework of all HFHI security policies and procedures
Ensure the mainstreaming of security into all levels of program design, implementation and delivery through the substantive monitoring of ongoing and future projects and program, providing innovative and proactive support, direction and solutions where required
Review the impact of current, as well as future potential security factors and trends on HFHI planning, program design and delivery, as well as the possible impact that program design might have on the safety and security, ensuring that possible support measures are identified, and improvements are implemented
To protect and minimize the risk to HFHI staff, project personnel, property and operations in all locations and at the same time enabling Habitat for Humanity program delivery throughout
Maintain a security network with colleagues with the aim of ensuring coordination and collaboration of the actors of the NGO Security and Private Sector security networks within the Africa region

Funds Management

Formulate and manage the annual work plan and related budget, initiates budget revisions
Ensure that costs and expenditures remain within budgeted and approved limits through quarterly monitoring
Ensure mainstreaming of costs related to implementation of security measures into programs/projects
Threat and Risk Assessment:
Lead departmental security risk identification and mitigation measures that align with organizational and regional security risk-management standards and requirements
Assist Branches and National Organizations in implementing and maintaining security risk management across the region ensuring security risks are identified, mitigated and managed
Inform the development Safety and Security (S&S) procedures and practices which integrate with gender and Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) support associated roll out and adherence
Provide input, including comprehensive security risk analyses and recommendations, to the AVP and the Regional colleagues
Inform AVP and Global Safety and Security Director of any areas of concern, non-adherence to HFHI policy and procedures
Ensure safety and security risk management processes and best practices are inclusive of gender and LGBTQ+ specific risks and gender equality and diversity is embedded into such processes
Ensure that HFH partners receive security management support benefiting from internal systems and best practices relevant to their operations and operating contexts

Prepare the Regional Daily Situation Report
Security Management Planning and Compliance:

Remotely and through a minimum of one visit per country per year, monitor and support adherence to Policy, principles, standards and requirements. Provide a follow-up report with clear findings and actionable recommendations after each visit. Monitor progress and report concerns to regional and global Security leadership
Ensure Country security focal points are preparing and sharing accurate safety and security reporting, ensure data consistency and report into global dashboards
Prepare twice yearly regional snapshot of safety and security management
Support HFH entities within region with safety and security yearly assessment of standard and requirements, definition and monitoring of improvement plans, and progress follow-up

Key Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in social sciences, international politics, management, or a related security field
Formal training in security risk management
A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in advising on security policies and protocols around staff awareness and safety measurements
Knowledge of security budget management and costing
Previous experience of working in a conflict/post-conflict or crisis environment is an asset
Practical experience from work in, and knowledge of, the security environment in Africa
In-depth knowledge of security management and risk management
Knowledge of INGO business, operations and programming cycle
Fluency in English both written and verbal
Fluency in French both written and verbal is an advantage but not a requirement.
Active support of HFHI Values & Commitments:
Humility We are part of something bigger than ourselves
Courage We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular
Accountability We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission
Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

PREFERRED:
Master’s degree

Apply via :

www.habitat.org

October 28, 2024
Africa Safety and Security Advisor

Reporting to the Senior Director, Africa Hub and the Global Safety and Security Director, the ASSA is a member of HFHI’s area senior management team and of the global safety and security team. Key relationships include: Area Vice President, Global Safety and Security Director, Director of Investigations, Director of Safeguarding, Area Legal Advisor, Area Program Directors, Area HR Director, Branch & National Office Directors,Deputy Directors, Country Security Leads, Counterparts in other regions.

This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Travel up to 50% primarily within Africa, with more travel in the first year.

Programming

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the organization’s Security Focal Point for Africa, providing security policy guidance and security management support to the HFH entities in the regions, enabling effective program planning, implementation and delivery within the framework of all HFHI security policies and procedures
Ensure the mainstreaming of security into all levels of program design, implementation and delivery through the substantive monitoring of ongoing and future projects and program, providing innovative and proactive support, direction and solutions where required
Review the impact of current, as well as future potential security factors and trends on HFHI planning, program design and delivery, as well as the possible impact that program design might have on the safety and security, ensuring that possible support measures are identified, and improvements are implemented
To protect and minimize the risk to HFHI staff, project personnel, property and operations in all locations and at the same time enabling Habitat for Humanity program delivery throughout
Maintain a security network with colleagues with the aim of ensuring coordination and collaboration of the actors of the NGO Security and Private Sector security networks within the Africa region

Funds Management

Formulate and manage the annual work plan and related budget, initiates budget revisions
Ensure that costs and expenditures remain within budgeted and approved limits through quarterly monitoring
Ensure mainstreaming of costs related to implementation of security measures into programs/projects

Threat And Risk Assessment

Lead departmental security risk identification and mitigation measures that align with organizational and regional security risk-management standards and requirements
Assist Branches and National Organizations in implementing and maintaining security risk management across the region ensuring security risks are identified, mitigated and managed
Inform the development Safety and Security (S&S) procedures and practices which integrate with gender and Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) support associated roll out and adherence
Provide input, including comprehensive security risk analyses and recommendations, to the AVP and the Regional colleagues
Inform AVP and Global Safety and Security Director of any areas of concern, non-adherence to HFHI policy and procedures
Ensure safety and security risk management processes and best practices are inclusive of gender and LGBTQ+ specific risks and gender equality and diversity is embedded into such processes
Ensure that HFH partners receive security management support benefiting from internal systems and best practices relevant to their operations and operating contexts
Prepare the Regional Daily Situation Report

Security Management Planning And Compliance

Remotely and through a minimum of one visit per country per year, monitor and support adherence to Policy, principles, standards and requirements. Provide a follow-up report with clear findings and actionable recommendations after each visit. Monitor progress and report concerns to regional and global Security leadership
Ensure Country security focal points are preparing and sharing accurate safety and security reporting, ensure data consistency and report into global dashboards
Prepare twice yearly regional snapshot of safety and security management
Support HFH entities within region with safety and security yearly assessment of standard and requirements, definition and monitoring of improvement plans, and progress follow-up

Key Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in social sciences, international politics, management, or a related security field
Formal training in security risk management
A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in advising on security policies and protocols around staff awareness and safety measurements
Knowledge of security budget management and costing
Previous experience of working in a conflict/post-conflict or crisis environment is an asset
Practical experience from work in, and knowledge of, the security environment in Africa
In-depth knowledge of security management and risk management
Knowledge of INGO business, operations and programming cycle
Fluency in English both written and verbal

Active Support Of HFHI Values & Commitments

Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves
Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular
Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission

Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.
Preferred

Fluency in French both written and verbal
Master’s degree

Apply via :

www.habitat.org

October 28, 2024
Africa Hub Regional Strategy Engagement Consultant

Purpose of Consultancy
A critical component in the overall transformation has been the effort to establish a new operating model capable of realizing greater impact in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Habitat has operated within the SSA context for its entire history, beginning in Zaire in 1973 even before the international arm of our network was formed. Since that time, Habitat has helped families access simple, decent, affordable housing in more than 25 countries in SSA through a combination of community driven housing programs and partnerships.
Habitat’s strategy for growth on the continent has evolved considerably but our operating model has not fully kept pace. Today, Habitat operates through a network of increasingly complex programmatic partnerships; we are positioning ourselves to be more active partners for local government for housing related policy development and deployment; we are working with private sector actors to increase affordability; and we are expanding into new segments of institutional funding that have dramatically increased demands for greater compliance and operational transparency.
GI25 introduced a new operating model, the “Regional Hub”, which seeks to meet the demands of our new programmatic strategy through greater collaboration and interdependence across HFHI and Habitat’s National Organizations (NOs) in SSA. Regional Hubs introduce two critical changes to the way Habitat’s network will operate:
The Regional Hub aims to achieve operational sustainability by pushing HFHI resources closer to the field. The Hub will complement skills in NOs through shared services and drive accountability through greater operational integration.
The Regional Hub along with NO leadership will define and execute a regional strategy to build greater impact and influence within the market. The Hub will serve as a platform to support strategic investments in critical technical areas of expertise and to build implementing partnerships in markets where Habitat is not currently present.
The role of this consultancy will be to facilitate the creation of a five-year strategy for the establishment, operation and growth of Habitat’s new Regional hub in SSA.
Scope of Work

This assignment builds on work that has been underway for several years within the GI25 initiative and across HFHI teams. Within the GI25 initiative, regional models have been advanced in multiple locations around the world; the organization was able to establish its first global Theory of Change; and we have built a new global strategy for growth in institutional funding markets. At the same time, HFHI has made a commitment to greater investment in systems including a new global enterprise resource planning system

The successful applicant will build on the work already being done and will design a process that responds to the ongoing work globally to build greater alignment across Habitat’s operations. Implementation should anticipate coordination with global initiatives related to systems underpinning local operations, ongoing discussions related to governance of the network, and further articulation of our theory of change and its impact on global positioning. The Africa Hub and its membership are expected to be critical partners within each of these processes and the design of this engagement should speak to the interdependence of the regional effort with broader global efforts. We anticipate that the work will take 9-12 months and will include the following deliverables:

Project plan and inception report: consultant’s assessment of current state and a methodology for developing a regional strategy including a stakeholder engagement plan

Environmental Scan and Competitive Analysis: desktop review of relevant housing related issues, close competitors and funding opportunities within the region. This should build from and can include research undertaken by HFHI and NOs

Operational Decision-Making Framework: a decision rights framework that clarifies the relationship of the hub and National leadership teams in strategy, business development, operations and reporting processes

Regional Programmatic Strategy: contextualization of the global theory of change within the SSA context including key programmatic areas of expertise, geographic market prioritization, donor market prioritization and partnership strategies

Implementation Roadmap: a plan for implementation including milestones, investments and distribution of resources across the regional hub and its NO membership
Communications Materials: Communication decks for executive, Board and external audiences showing the underlying logic, high level strategic framework and implementation roadmap

Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement
The consultant(s) will report to the Senior Director of the Africa Hub, Habitat for Humanity International. The project will include at least one broader advisory panel including executive representation from within HFHI and across NO membership to ensure alignment with global strategic priorities. Beyond this, the successful applicant will need to engage with stakeholders at the National and Global levels, including:

National Directors
Members of National Boards of Directors
Global functional teams
Regional team members
The manner and frequency of this engagement can be determined in the inception phase of the engagement but the applicant will be expected to have ideas on how to engage these groups as part of the interview process

Selection Process and Evaluation Criteria

The Request for Applications will be advertised across all of Habitat’s usual channels for promotion including its website, industry websites and through its network of staff and supporters
Questions submitted by 21 May, 2021 (via email)
Applications will be accepted through 31 May 2021

Applications should include a narrative with:

Explanation of overall approach and timing of engagement
Remote facilitation strategy and inclusion of global participants
Related experience of the applicant entity(s)
CV’s of lead consultants and process for identifying any additional team members
Applicants will be expected to submit a budget for the engagement.
Applicants will be short-listed for a panel interview. Non-selected applicants will be notified.

Selection Criteria will include:

Understanding of the assignment and the business need
Proposed approach and timing of engagement
Relevant past experience
Competitive pricing
Familiarity with the SSA context and institutional funding markets
Experience with federated networks in the development sector
Applicants from SSA are strongly encouraged to apply
Questions and applications should be sent to: kcarson@habitat.org

Apply via :

www.habitat.org

October 28, 2024
Senior Specialist – Regional MEAL (2 year)

It’s an exciting time to be part of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) in Africa! Habitat has recently centered its operations for Africa in Nairobi as part of its Global Impact 2025 initiative. This is a dramatic change initiative aimed at tripling our scale, impact and funding by 2025. As part of our rapidly growing regional team, you will be a critical member in helping Habitat realize that vision.

The Africa hub manages Habitat’s operations across the region, including Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Malawi. Nairobi provides access to some of the largest institutions and organizations shaping Africa today. The Africa team plays a pivotal role in building Habitat’s brand in the market and helping elevate housing as a critical part of the solution to the complex challenges facing this region.
We are looking for candidates who are driven, resourceful and want desperately to help as many families as possible build strength and stability through housing. We want people who are uncompromisingly committed to Habitat for Humanity’s vision and core values of courage (to do what’s right), accountability (to take personal responsibility for the mission and our actions) and humility (to remember that we are part of something bigger than ourselves). Together, we will achieve a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

About The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Specialist – Regional Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL). We are seeking a professional with a high degree of designing and implementing mechanisms that ensure accountability for a community. Reporting to the Director of Operations for the Africa Hub, and cross functionally to the Manager – Global MEAL, this role adapts and implements MEAL guidelines and tools throughout the region, while providing support with organizational MEAL and related standards. The purpose of the position is to improve program and project efficiency and effectiveness, decision making and learning during the project life cycle through MEAL. In carrying out this work, this position interacts with other regional/national/headquarters staff, partner organizations and contracted subject matter experts.

Our ideal candidate is a self-starter and will be proactive as a creative thinker to solve issues that arise. This individual must be attracted to learning and must be willing to coach and train other specialists and our National offices (NO) on MEAL guidelines.

JOB LOCATION & TRAVEL: Nairobi, Kenya. Travel up to 30% within Africa.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Coordination

Adapt and continue to develop MEAL methodology, approaches and tools, and provide support and guidance to regional and national staff to ensure their proper use.
In collaboration with program/project teams supports the development of regional, national and project capacity to ensure that MEAL standards and good practices are properly integrated in all phases of the project life cycle.
Provides support to national organizations and projects to ensure that they meet HFHI MEAL standards and good MEAL practices.

Technical Support for MEAL Policy, Standards, Procedures and Tool Implementation

Participate in program/project design and proposal writing in the areas of theory of change, log frame design, MEAL plan and budget development.
Advise and support program/project teams on quality data gathering and analysis to facilitate informed program and project design.
Provide research, planning and evaluation guidance and tools for the implementation of new / pilot housing programs and assist national organizations in research and analysis for the development of new programs as requested.
Support program/project teams to set up accountability mechanisms to beneficiaries and community members. Review the responsive use of accountability mechanisms, data and responses.
Support and follow up on research, evaluations and learning events to document lessons learned and best practices from interventions. Prepare or review terms of reference for external evaluators and coordinate collaboration with them.

Knowledge Management, Reporting and Learning

Support national organizations in the use of HFHI metrics tools and data reporting, review project data collection and reporting for data quality and make recommendations for improvement.
Oversee the implementation of data management tools for process and quality improvement.
Conduct analysis of project and program results to support evidence-based program decision making and program quality improvement, using appropriate software as necessary.
Ensure that analysis of evaluation findings and recommendations feedback into improved program quality, evidenced in subsequent program designs.

Capacity Development

Coordinate capacity assessments and review of MEAL systems to identify process, systems and capacity gaps.
Support national organizations in the development of MEAL process, system and capacity building plan.
In line with global MEAL plan, support capacity development of staff.
Develop materials and facilitate learning events that build capacity through MEAL and project management.

Collaboration

Participate in relevant communities of practice and collaborate with counterparts within HFHI network as required.
Establish an external network of organizations and individual experts for joint projects and contractual work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, especially in the social sciences, social work, or program evaluation areas.
Specialization and/or professional certification in Monitoring and Evaluation.
5+ years of experience in a similar position, preferably with a development organization.
Adult training and facilitation skills.
In-depth knowledge and experience in monitoring and evaluation, accountability, learning, research and evaluation methodologies, standards and practices (preferably in relation to human / social development or housing and human settlement).
Understanding of contemporary trends and innovations in MEAL.
Demonstrated experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis and statistics.
High degree of computer literacy, proficient user of MS office.
Familiarity with statistical packages, qualitative data analysis software and IT applications to support MEAL and knowledge management.
Fluency in English, written and spoken.
Project management experience.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multi-cultural team.
Ability to work independently with little supervision and proactively ask questions and come up with solutions.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to think creatively about MEAL solutions.
Good organizational skills including accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel up to 30%, mostly within Africa.
Active support of HFHI Values:

Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves
Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular
Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Closing date for internal applications is 19 May 2021. In your cover letter, please outline your accountability experience in MEAL.

Apply via :

www.habitat.org

October 28, 2024