Jobs Kenya

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  • Regional Advocacy and Campaigns Manager

    Regional Advocacy and Campaigns Manager

    Our vision is that Save the Children be the leading voice for Children and their rights in the Eastern and Southern Africa region, while including also linkage with Bangladesh, Asia.
    The Regional Advocacy and Campaigns Manager under the guidance of the Head of Advocacy, Campaigns, Communication and Media, ESA will support efficient and effective implementation of Advocacy and Campaigns Country Plans in the East and Southern Africa region. She/he will be responsible in tracking and supporting the development and implementation of campaign strategies that will engage the public to influence governments and other institutional policies and practice to achieve positive and lasting changes to influence children’s survival, learning and protection. She/he will be responsible to ensure a child centred lens to all campaigns and clear connection related to priority thematic and policy advocacy.
    The Regional Advocacy and Campaign Manager will play a key role to enable the implementation by Country Offices of creative and impactful campaigns which lead to positive changes for the most deprived and most marginalised children across Eastern and Southern Africa. He/she will provide support to Save the Children Country Offices in the development and implementation of their campaign and popular mobilisation plans. She/he will be responsible in tracking and supporting the development and implementation of campaign strategies that will engage the public to influence government and other institutional policies and practice to achieve positive and lasting changes to fulfil children’s rights.
    This role will also serve as the Right2Grow (R2G) Advocacy Liaison Officer. R2G is a Strategic Partnership between Action Against Hunger, the Centre for Economic Governance and Accountability Africa (CEGAA), Max Foundation, Save the Children, The Hunger Project and World Vision. With funding from the Dutch Government (Civil Society Strengthening – Power of Voices), R2G will collaborate with communities, community-based organisations and civil society organisations in Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Mali, South Sudan and Uganda from 2021-2025, to advocate for coordinated policies and actions in the domains of Nutrition and WASH (Nutrition-WASH nexus).
    Lobby and Advocacy are at the heart of the R2G programme, and especially covering as an overall umbrella the activities in the six countries. Based on the global lobby and advocacy strategy, as well as the country plans, the role will support and feed the global lobby and advocacy activities. At the same time, the position will ensure collaboration with the Global Lead on Lobby and Advocacy, the Dutch Advocacy Lead and the CSO Mutual Capacity Support on L&A, where required, as well as with the Communication Lead.
    Advocacy is central to Save the Children’s theory of change and to achieving our ambitious goals for children. Evidence-based advocacy, supported by popular awareness and mobilisation, can lead to improved policies and programs that result in improved outcomes for Children. Most advocacy and campaign activities are delivered nationally by our Country Offices and Partners, but a dedicated regional capacity is essential to help catalyse, support and coordinate this work, as well as engage with regional institutions where this adds value. It is important to build the capacity of all Staff and Partners involved in national and regional advocacy, and to use evidence from program work to inform national, regional and global advocacy.
    The post holder will also play a representational role at times.
    In order to be successful you will bring/have:
    Essential

    BA or Masters Degree in related field.
    Strong background in advocacy leadership at a senior level on international issues, including policy development and supporting advocacy as part of programmes- at least seven years of demonstrated experience.
    Practical experience of building networks and engaging with coalitions.
    Experience of campaigning for and with Children with demonstrable understanding and experience of how to connect Children’s issues with public opinion and actions.
    Experience of public campaigning in a corporate or an NGO environment, with proven record in successfully leading the development and implementation of successful advocacy and campaign strategies to achieve policy and normative change.
    Highly developed analytical writing skills and ability to analyse complex data and to summarise and communicate them in ways that are accessible to a range of audiences from different cultural backgrounds.
    Excellent training, facilitation, and team building skills.
    Knowledge of the regional institutions and the way they function.
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind sets.
    Fluency in written and spoken English is essential; skills in other languages would be an advantage.
    Makes independent decisions and solves problems on new and complex issues, requiring creative and systems thinking to find best solutions.
    A high level of computer literacy.
    Experience of, and willingness to travel in, a broad range of developing countries, sometimes at short notice and for extended periods of time.

    Contract duration: 2 years
    Location: Open
    The Organisation
    We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
    We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

    No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday.
    All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
    Violence against children is no longer tolerated.

    We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

    Apply via :

    stcuk.taleo.net

  • Regional Security Specialist (RSS), Nairobi

    Regional Security Specialist (RSS), Nairobi

    The Regional Security Specialist (RSS)- position has been created to provide support to ESARO Country Offices (12) through increasing capacity and offering technical support and advice on all aspects of staff safety and security and by ensuring appropriate systems are in place at country level.
    The RSS supports the Regional Safety and Security Director (RSSD) in supporting the Region’s Country Office safety and security management improvements consistent with SC Safety and Security Policy by conducting safety and security assessments; and reviewing and analysing incident reports and security updates.  In addition, the RSS will be available to deploy, sometimes at very short notice, to SCI declared emergencies to ensure safety and security management is addressing emergency response. The RSS will be an experienced Trainer, with proven skills and ability to facilitate both Face to Face Training and also Virtual Training for Regional Office and Country Office staff throughout East and Southern Africa Region.
    In order to be successful you will bring/have:
    Essential

    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university/institution.
    Not less than five (5) years’ experience working for INGO or UN in relevant fields – three (3) years of which is at regional/senior level position.
    Effective technical/instructional writing skills.
    Fluency in English.
    Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex tasks independently.
    Strong leadership and communication (interpersonal, verbal and written) skills.
    Commitment to the aims and principles of Save the Children.  In particular, a good understanding of the Save the Children mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this continues to underpin all aspects of the job.
    Excellent computer skills with solid knowledge of Microsoft software.
    Experience in Training Adults using modern methods-including Virtual Training; completion of Training Facilitator’s course preferred.
    Experience and willingness to travelling to foreign countries preferred.
    Experience in a multi-cultural environment necessary.
    Experience in conducting Security Assessments is essential.
    Experience of having worked in High Risk Country/Countries is an added advantage (e.g. South Sudan, Somalia, Afghanistan, Yemen, Syria etc). 

    Contract duration: 2 year
    Location: Save the Children operates in 12 countries within the East and Southern Africa Region i.e. South Sudan, Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Mozambique.
    This role will be based in any Country Office with SCI Presence under National Contract terms.

    Apply via :

    stcuk.taleo.net

  • Finance Officer- Maternity Cover

    Finance Officer- Maternity Cover

    Reporting to: Finance Coordinator
    Location: Nairobi
    Nationality: Kenya Nationals only
    Key Areas of Accountability
    Internal Controls and Reporting

    Support country office in maintaining high standard financial management, ensuring compliance to local statutory law and donors regulations and consistent with Save the Children accounting policies, procedures and tool
    Preparation of Monthly Financial Report (MFR).
    Balance sheet Review
    Support with the monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Total Inventory management (TIM) monthly Reconciliations coordination with Supply chain department
    Support with the monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Leave Reconciliations in coordination with Human Resource department.

    Account Payables

    Receives finance documents from the field offices.
    Review and register the completeness of documents received from the field and report on any omissions/missing documentation to the support services officer.
    Prepare payment vouchers for all payments received and ensure that they have been signed-off as per the scheme of delegation.
    Sign off documents as per Scheme of Delegation.
    Preparation and Validation of Mpesa payments before payment.
    Timely preparation of statutory deduction payments, this is withholding tax and PAYE

    Accounting

    Register all documents through the accounts payable module in the Financial Management System or prepare accompanying GLACOS and submit the payment vouchers for review by the line manager for posting and further processing.
    Processing the payroll, international staff tax and annual leave GLACOs for review and posting by the line manager or appointed designate.
    Perform aging analysis and supplier reconciliations.

    Balance Sheet Accounts Reconciliation;

    Single Account Reconciliation as directed by the line manager
    Perform Monthly Bank Reconciliations for approval by the line manager
    Perform Monthly MPESA Reconciliations for approval by the line manager

    Audit

    Support the FM in the preparation of statutory and donor audits in the country office including preparation of financial statements as per the auditor’s requirement.
    Ensure clear audit trail of processed transactions and their linkage to the accounting system
    Implementation of any accounting and financial audit recommendations.

    Other

    Provision of information to field offices on the status of payment for each of their requests.
    Back stop for Finance Officer Treasury.
    Participate in Procurement committees in the Country Office.
    Any other budgeting related issues.

    Qualifications and Experience

    Undergraduate degree in Accounting/finance or equivalent.
    Professional Accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA) (a must)
    Minimum three-year’s relevant experience in Finance support Services within a busy organization preferably an INGO
    Highly skilled in financial statement preparation for purposes of audit.
    Excellent understanding of business and financial planning including strategic modelling.
    Computer fluency; highly competent using Microsoft Excel and other MS applications.
    Familiarity with computerised accounting systems
    Ability to gather facts and data, scrutinise with ease, determine a logical solution and resolve issues with minimal supervision.
    Proven ability to handle challenging workload.
    The highest level of integrity and commitment to prevent corruption and Fraud.
    Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with all departments in the Regional.
    Willingness to undertake occasional travel to the Country Offices for training, support and
    Experience working with colleagues based in complex country contexts would be an asset

    The Organization
    We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
    We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

    No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
    All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
    Violence against children is no longer tolerated

    We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
    How to Apply.
    Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role. To see a full a job description, please visit our website at . We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.
    Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best-qualified talent.
    Shortlisting well be done on rolling basis and may fill the position before the closing date.
    Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
    Disclaimer: Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents.

    Apply via :

    stcuk.taleo.net

  • Supply Chain Intern

    Supply Chain Intern

    The Opportunity – Regional Supply Chain Intern
    The Regional Procurement Unit is a part of Save the Children’s East Africa Regional Office. The Supply Chain intern will provide support to the Regional Procurement Coordinator and other members of the Regional Procurement Unit Team
    In order to be successful you will bring/have:
    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    Fresh graduate with a Degree in Supply Chain Management, either in Procurement, Logistics or equivalent.
    Ongoing CIPS will be an added advantage
    Excellent computer skills especially in MS Excel spread sheets and MS Word
    High level of integrity and ability to work as part of a professional team
    Excellent communication skills
    Proven ability to handle challenging work load
    Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;
    Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills;
    Commitment to Save the Children values.

    We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions only.
    The Organisation
    We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
    We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

    No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
    All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
    Violence against children is no longer tolerated

    We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

    Apply via :

    stcuk.taleo.net

  • Internship Opportunities

    Internship Opportunities

    Country Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners. Current full spectrum programming focuses on child poverty, child protection, education, health and nutrition, WASH and child rights governance. Save the Children has an operational presence in Dadaab refugee camps, Garissa, Mandera, Turkana, Samburu, Wajir, Nairobi and Bungoma Counties.
    Objective of Internship
    Save the Children is committed to providing opportunities to young people to be exposed to the workplace. By endorsing an active internship policy, Save the Children is able to provide a unique opportunity for young professionals to build their capacity on programming for children. We provide them with short-term placement to sharpen their knowledge and skills in their respective professions through the internship program.
    The Internship opportunities are available in the following functions:

    Program Operations/ Implementation.
    Program Development and Quality (Nutrition and Communications & Advocacy).
    Finance.
    Awards (Grants Management).
    Supply Chain.
    HR, Admin and IT.

    Internship Period: 3 Months with possibility of extension for another 3 months’ subject to performance.
    Responsibilities of the Intern

    The intern will demonstrate motivated participation in the learning experience.
    The intern will participate in the orientation programs of the organization and abide by all terms and conditions as set out in the internship agreement.
    At the end of the assignment, the intern will provide a full report demonstrating learning and achievements during the internship as guided by supervisor.

    Professional Requirements

    Students pursuing post graduate studies from reputable national, regional or international universities studying disciplines relevant to the work of the Save the Children International.
    Young professionals, on completion of at least undergraduate degree, who have not yet entered the formal employment arena.
    Should be available on full time for the duration of the programme.
    For Finance, in addition to a first degree, candidates should be either fully qualified CPA/ACCA or studying for the final part of either of the two courses.

    Personal Attributes

    A high degree of self-motivation, positive attitude, drive and the ability to contribute to a multi-cultural, team-based work environment.
    Strong networking capacity and excellent interpersonal skills.
    Ability to multitask; work flexibly, creatively and under pressure in response to needs or changing demands.
    Extremely well organized.
    Highest ethical standards.

    Please apply in English saving your CV and Motivation letter as a single document indicating the area you are interested in and the location. To apply, please visit our website at https://kenya.savethechildren.net/careers. The deadline for receiving applications is 10th March 2021. Only shortlisted applicants will be considered for interview.We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy.Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best-qualified talent.Disclaimer Save the Children does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents

    Apply via :

    kenya.savethechildren.net

  • Child Protection Officer

    Child Protection Officer

    Role Purpose
    The role holder well be expected to initiate, oversee and support the implementation of BIA/BID process, child protection strategies and activities at the camp level. The BID/CP Officer will be responsible for supervising and managing the work of and providing guidance to the Community based workers. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
    Contract Duration: 6 months renewable subject to funding availability and performance.
    No of Vacancies: one (1) Position
    Reporting to: CP Coordinator
    Location: Dadaab
    Nationality: Kenya National only
    KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

    Manage and support the individual case management through Child Protection BIA & BID development processes in the field offices,
    Provide mentorship and support to the community supervisors and workers through on the job training and guidance to enhance their case management skills and competencies.
    Design a capacity building strategy for CP/BID community workers and other stakeholders involved in the of BIA & BID process.
    Actively participate in interagency coordination meetings such as BID panels, CPWG and Case conferences both at DMO and in the field office.
    Analyse training schedules for the BID community workers and provide technical support and guidance for effective implementation of BID/BIA process.
    Ensure timely management of data and documentation of cases at camp level; and through coordination with MEAL assistants ensure children records, data are accurately recorded in the CPIMS database.
    Contribute to the design of an overall programme contingency plan when needed.
    Provide BID Supervisors with technical support regarding complex cases or specific technical difficulties.
    Produce timely progress reports, including both quantitative and qualitative information, on Child Protection activities and input into regular situation reports, monthly and quarterly reports.
    Ensure correct management of BID/BIA documentation at camp level.
    Manage and coordinate the planning of the Camp Child Protection activities to ensure minimal disruption to programme Activities-Including staffing issues and office administration; to ensure effective management of programme resources.
    Facilitate regular interviews and home visits with relevant persons who can give information on the child (the child, his/her family, leader, teacher, neighbour)
    Participate in camp level interagency meetings and engage in the identification and building of linkages with other partners/agencies, the Government and the community to ensure that issues related to child protection are raised and addressed.
    Comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, security, equal opportunities and other relevant policies
    Manage BID community workers staff annual leave and time off ensuring minimal disruption to programme activities.
    Collect required data and coordinate with the MEAL team on a monthly basis and ensure data is correctly captured.
    Identify and build links with other partners, ensuring that issues for child protection are raised and addressed.
    Coordinate the identification; follow up of children in alternative care and, monitoring of foster parents/Guardianship.
    Ensure the placement of children in alternative care adhere to SCI procedure and with the Kenya alternative care guidelines (Guidelines for Alternative Care of Children in Kenya 2011).

    Qualifications and Experience
    Essential

    Graduate degree in social work / social sciences or equivalent with preferably 5 years work experience in social work or with development-related organizations.
    Demonstrated ability to handle to a large BID/Case management caseload.
    Good communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
    Good IT skills including the use of Word and database software.
    Demonstrable ability to adapt to changing programme priorities and emergency priorities that may arise.
    Strong self-starter, able to take initiative and adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
    Positive attitude towards community work with emphasis on the ability to learn from communities and support innovative approaches to problem solving.
    Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working in multicultural, multi -location, values driven teams.
    Commitment to Save the Children’s Child Protection Policy.

    Desirable

    Experience in management of staff.
    Strong understanding and experience of Case management process.
    Experience in designing and facilitating training sessions.
    Experience in working in an insecure environment.
    Experience in documenting and presenting BID cases in an interagency panel.

    The Organization
    We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

    No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
    All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
    Violence against children is no longer tolerated

    We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

    Apply via :

    stcuk.taleo.net

  • Project Officer – NHP (Re Advertisement )

    Project Officer – NHP (Re Advertisement )

    Role Purpose
    Save the Children is recruiting Project Officer- Nomadic Health Project who will support in the implementation of Nomadic Health Project. The project aim is to improve access of health services/ FP services to the most marginalized and hard to reach communities. The Project targets nomadic population in Mandera and Wajir County respectively. The purpose of this project is to try an innovative model of improving RMNCH/FP services access to nomadic communities and the success of this project will be a learning for health programming on nomadic communities. SCI is expecting to scale up the success of this project at global level.
    Reporting to: Program Manager
    Location: Mandera
    Nationality: Kenya Nationals only
    KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
    Support to Programme Delivery

    The Health Project Officer will play key role with Ministry of Health and stakeholders in coordinating, implementing, reporting and monitoring the project. S/he will have significant responsibility for delivery of timely results and for coordination with governmental, partner and community stakeholders at sub county level to ensure a coherent project model is established on the ground.
    Ensure effective delivery of community-based FP/HTSP intervention in synergy with the supply side to address the demand side causes of poor uptake of modern contraceptive among the semi/nomadic population
    Regular reporting to the Project Manager with monthly field updates
    Analyze and use project/field data to improve project implementation strategies.
    Provide effective on spot coaching to facility health workers on family planning
    Plan implementation of behavior change communication strategies targeting different audiences
    Organizing and rolling out training for community health volunteers, community health committees, Muslim religious leaders, mother to mother support groups and facility health workers
    Strengthen facility and community based data review for decision making

    Partnerships for RMNCH

    Ensure close collaboration with both local and international non-governmental organizations active in health programming in the county to facilitate knowledge sharing and refinement of the model.
    Ensure effective integration with other health grants run by Save the Children and other health partners in Mandera and Wajir to maximize the use of resources
    Provide on-going support to county government and other partners in OJT and clinical mentorship of health workers on family planning.

    Monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL)

    Work with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team to ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of programme activities including preparation of monitoring reports and mainstreaming accountability mechanisms.
    To support dissemination of study findings, including through the preparation of drafts of reports and manuscripts for publication; making presentations at SCHMT meetings; and supporting feedback to study participants.
    Contribute to advocacy for application of research findings in decision-making processes at county and subcounty level
    Make regular field visits, and document such visits, to review and support creation and strengthening of community-based structures and mechanisms needed for the process of social change, and to monitor project activities.
    Developing and sharing periodic project reports including trip reports, distribution reports, activity reports, weekly reports, monthly and quarterly donor reports
    Ensure effective documentation of case studies, success stories or human interest stories

    Qualifications and Experience

    Bachelor’s Degree in public health/Nursing Minimum one-year professional experience in development work.
    Minimum one-year professional experience in public health programs preferably RMNCH/FP.
    Strong writing skills, evidenced by experience of drafting technical documents
    Good track-record in working with MOH in complex setting
    Ability to analyse and disseminate complex information to a range of stakeholder audiences;
    Familiarity with project management framework
    Enthusiasm, motivation, self-confidence, and a proactive approach to problem solving
    Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities;
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills in English, with experience working in multicultural, multi -location, values driven teams;
    Fluent oral and strong analytical, written English communication skills is required
    Fluent oral Kiswahili is required.
    Proficiency in the languages of Northern Kenya highly desirable
    Good computer skills (particularly Word, Excel and database)
    Commitment to Save the Children values
    Demonstrates Save the Children’s core values of accountability, collaboration, integrity, ambition, and creativity.

    The Organization
    We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
    We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

    No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
    All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
    Violence against children is no longer tolerated

    We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

    Apply via :

    stcuk.taleo.net

  • Programme Support Officer

    Programme Support Officer

    Role Purpose:
    The post holder will be accountable to the Programme Manager for supporting Finance, HR, IT, supply chain and Administration services in programming contexts. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring compliance with SCI global standards, policies and practices. The position also plays a key role in effectively supporting program implementation activities in line with the annual and country strategic plans.
    Key Areas of Accountability
    Supply Chain.

    In charge of warehouse at field office level, ensure TIMs and other warehousing records are updated daily.
    Support programme staff to develop procurement plans.
    Support in the development of field level supplier prequalification, supplier database and framework agreements.
    Coordinate field office procurement requests and LPOs for local procurements liaising with Supply Chain Officers in Nairobi and Programme Implementation team.
    Monitor the PR/POs in Prosave and follow up with suppliers for delivery.
    In consultation with supply chain officer, assist identifying obsolete information in Prosave that require cleaning e.g. irrelevant PRs/POs, inactive suppliers etc
    Coordinate delivery and recording of items sourced from local suppliers working closely with Nairobi supply chain team.
    Manage fleet at field office level; Coordinate fleet requests, allocate vehicles, ensure compliance with all SCI fleet management policies and SOPs.
    Maintain records including allocation of assets and GPEs assigned to Field Office.
    Communicate with IT and Supply Chain for maintenance or upgrading or replacement of any asset assigned asset and GPE assigned to specific Field Office.
    Prepare and share monthly fleet reports with fleet officer in Nairobi.
    Assist the PM in security matters at the field office
    Responsible of goods and Parcel dispatches to Nairobi and the field respectively.
    Train and taught our vendors on child safe guarding policies e.g. drivers hazards while driving to the field areas.

    Financial Accounting, Planning and Budgeting.

    Assist with documentation at field office level. Consolidate all financial documents generated at field office and send to relevant officers in Nairobi; these include supplier invoices, staff liquation, Mpesa payment lists, receipts, etc.
    Assist as needed with daily programming accounting operation in liaison with Finance Officers in Nairobi; these include payment of suppliers, processing activity advances, payment of casuals, etc.
    Monitor field office and guesthouse utilities costs e.g. water, electricity, telephone/Mobile usage, billing, and others related office utilities.
    Scanning of all payment and share with supply chain and Admin focal point persons and Finance officer in Nairobi
    Responsible of petty cash at the field and sharing the balancing weekly
    Set up a tracking system at the field for all documents sent to Nairobi for processing
    Training of field teams on how to use finance documents, e.g. advance request, liquidations and Mpesa payments

    Contract Duration: 4 Months (Renewable subject to performance and funding availability)
    Work Location: Dadaab
    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    A Degree in Social Sciences or Business Administration from a recognized University.
    Strong knowledge/experience HR and admin, logistics and financial management.
    Demonstrates a strong drive and commitment to achieve agreed objectives
    Minimum three-year’s relevant experience in Support Services within a busy organization preferably an INGO.
    Proficiency in spoken and written English. Knowledge of the local language and context will be a distinct advantage
    Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain confidentiality
    Proficiency in working with computers particularly spread sheets and word processing
    Experience of working within a team and team building.
    Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting
    Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels.
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind-sets.
    Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy.

    The Organization
    We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

    No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
    All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
    Violence against children is no longer tolerated

    Apply via :

    www.aplitrak.com

  • Counter Fraud Officer- Data Analyst Applications Analyst & Support Specialist

    Counter Fraud Officer- Data Analyst Applications Analyst & Support Specialist

    The individual will work closely with the Global Counter Fraud Director to ensure the continued development and embedding of an efficient and effective counter fraud framework and culture in the region, specifically: 

    Support the Global Counter Fraud Director in developing a proactive approach to fraud prevention and detection through data analytics;
    Staying alert to emerging fraud trends in the sector and adapting analytical routines to address the new risks; and
    Be responsible for producing fraud ‘heat maps’ as and when necessary to support the information requirements of the Global Counter Fraud Director, SCI SLT and other stakeholders.

    Supporting the Regional Fraud Lead in the coordination of fraud management administration and communication in the East and Southern Africa (ESA), including:

    Support in stakeholder communications relating to fraud incident reports and investigation updates;
    Support with case management and record updates and uploads to the case management system, Datix; and
    Support in the planning and coordination of logistics for fraud trainings sessions conducted by the Regional Fraud lead and other members of the global fraud team (face-to-face awareness training, investigation trainings, Fraud Focal point trainings etc.)

    In the event of a significant or major event, the post-holder maybe expected to work outside the normal job description and be able to vary working hours accordingly. The post-holder may be required to get involved in special projects within the fraud function as appropriate.
    In order to be successful you will bring/have:
    Essential:

    Bachelor’s degree / formal qualification in a relevant field; and
    Has relevant experience (audit/risk/investigatory) applicable to the role with knowledge of common analytical tools such as CaseWare IDEA, ACL, etc.
    Strong analytical skills to be able to identify fraud risk areas in complex operational environments from both structured (financial systems) and unstructured data (conversations, investigation reports, complaints etc.);
    A proven experience in using data analytics tools in an audit/risk/investigatory setting to identify and address red flags;
    Awareness of global standards and legislation around fraud and corruption;
    Substantial experience in forensic investigation with thorough knowledge and/or experience in audit.
    Aware of current best practices in investigation techniques;
    Excellent communicator and facilitator, able to clearly and confidently articulate and present findings with impact;
    Strong negotiating skills to influence all levels of staff, showing ability to work collaboratively and with peers from different departments;
    Experience of working within an international development setting.
    The ability to undertake occasional overseas travel
    Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures;
    Commitment to Save the Children values; and
    The existing right to work in Kenya.

    Desirable:

    Formal investigation qualification;
    Knowledge of regional law and regulatory environments;
    Previous experience of delivering training sessions /workshops;
    Membership of a professional anti-fraud body and/or professional data analytics certification; and Knowledge of SCI systems including Agresso, TIM, ER/CAM, PPM Prime, ProSave Source-to-Pay, Datix etc.

    Contract duration: 24 months
    Location: Save the Children operates in 12 Countries within the East and Southern Africa Region i.e. South Sudan, Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Mozambique.
    This role will be based in any Country Office with SCI Presence under National Contract terms

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  • Counter Fraud Analyst – Data Analytics Regional Civil Society Partnership Advisor Counter Fraud Lead- East and Southern Africa

    Counter Fraud Analyst – Data Analytics Regional Civil Society Partnership Advisor Counter Fraud Lead- East and Southern Africa

    The individual will work closely with the Global Counter Fraud Director to ensure the continued development and embedding of an efficient and effective counter fraud framework and culture in the region, specifically:

    Support the Global Counter Fraud Director in developing a proactive approach to fraud prevention and detection through data analytics;
    Staying alert to emerging fraud trends in the sector and adapting analytical routines to address the new risks; and
    Be responsible for producing fraud ‘heat maps’ as and when necessary to support the information requirements of the Global Counter Fraud Director, SCI SLT and other stakeholders.

    Supporting the Regional Fraud Lead in the coordination of fraud management administration and communication in the East and Southern Africa (ESA), including:

    Support in stakeholder communications relating to fraud incident reports and investigation updates;
    Support with case management and record updates and uploads to the case management system, Datix; and
    Support in the planning and coordination of logistics for fraud trainings sessions conducted by the Regional Fraud lead and other members of the global fraud team (face-to-face awareness training, investigation trainings, Fraud Focal point trainings etc.)

    In the event of a significant or major event, the post-holder maybe expected to work outside the normal job description and be able to vary working hours accordingly. The post-holder may be required to get involved in special projects within the fraud function as appropriate.
    In order to be successful you will bring/have:
    Essential:

    Bachelor’s degree / formal qualification in a relevant field; and
    Has relevant experience (audit/risk/investigatory) applicable to the role with knowledge of common analytical tools such as CaseWare IDEA, ACL, etc.
    Strong analytical skills to be able to identify fraud risk areas in complex operational environments from both structured (financial systems) and unstructured data (conversations, investigation reports, complaints etc.);
    A proven experience in using data analytics tools in an audit/risk/investigatory setting to identify and address red flags;
    Awareness of global standards and legislation around fraud and corruption;
    Substantial experience in forensic investigation with thorough knowledge and/or experience in audit.
    Aware of current best practices in investigation techniques;
    Excellent communicator and facilitator, able to clearly and confidently articulate and present findings with impact;
    Strong negotiating skills to influence all levels of staff, showing ability to work collaboratively and with peers from different departments;
    Experience of working within an international development setting.
    The ability to undertake occasional overseas travel
    Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures;
    Commitment to Save the Children values; and
    The existing right to work in Kenya.

    Desirable:

    Formal investigation qualification;
    Knowledge of regional law and regulatory environments;
    Previous experience of delivering training sessions /workshops;
    Membership of a professional anti-fraud body and/or professional data analytics certification; and Knowledge of SCI systems including Agresso, TIM, ER/CAM, PPM Prime, ProSave Source-to-Pay, Datix etc.

    Contract duration: 24 months
    Location: Save the Children operates in 12 Countries within the East and Southern Africa Region i.e. South Sudan, Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Mozambique.
    This role will be based in any Country Office with SCI Presence under National Contract terms
    The Organisation
    We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
    We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

    No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
    All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
    Violence against children is no longer tolerated

    We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

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