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  • Senior Health Officer(Health)-Maternity Cover

    Senior Health Officer(Health)-Maternity Cover

    SCOPE OF ROLE: 
    This position demands the technical knowledge, management skills and the work experience needed to run a health project. The Senior Project Officer, Health will be responsible for ensuring management of the health project is executed in line with SC, county, national and international humanitarian standards and donor guidelines and in line with the health sector priorities and in collaboration with other partners in the sector and other related sectors. It will also involve active participation in the health sector coordination forum, other agency and key health sensitive sector liaison, capacity building and supervising staff using techniques and tools available and appropriate to Nairobi donor funded sub-counties and health facilities.
    The Senior Project Officer, Health will work closely with Ministry of Health Nairobi County and 6 sub-counties health management team and with Save the Children project team in the programme budget management, planning, implementation, and monitoring of IMNCI E-Learning project (MEDSINC Mooney) activities at the supported health service and community levels. This support aims to strengthen the responsiveness of the health system to Children under the age of 5 years. 
    Based in Nairobi, the Senior Project Officer will participate in National, County, and sub-county technical working groups and committees; ensure planned activities are implemented according to the work plan and ensure that best practices and key lessons learned are captured and shared internally and with external stakeholders. On a day-to-day basis, he/she will work under the supervision and direction of the Health Coordinator.
    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 programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition, and WASH. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined the programmes of SC UK, SC Canada, and SC Finland to create a single operation in Kenya. In Feb 2014, we completed a second transition, which saw us join forces with the British INGO, Merlin, and merge their health and nutrition programmes with our own. Save the Children now has an operational presence in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Samburu, Baringo, Turkana and Wajir and we work through partners in many other parts of the country. 
    Reports to:  Health Coordinator – Nairobi 
    Staff directly reporting to this Post: None
    Budget responsibility: Yes – as per program size and delegation scheme. 
    KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
    Programme

    Plan and supervise implementation of project activities together with Save the Children Nairobi area programmes team at field level, and MOH counterparts.
    Manage project budget including monitoring of expenditures.
    Ensure quality implementation of the projects in country, providing support to Project officers in project management and project cycle management.
    Support and participate in donor visits when necessary.
    In times of emergency, provide technical support to disaster responses as directed by line manager.
    Contribute to advocacy campaigns as directed by line management.
    Contributes to the development of work plans and budgets, training plans, quarterly reports and other reports as needed.
    Together with the Heath Technical Specialist and Health Coordinator ensures the project goals and milestones are met efficiently and effectively, in accordance with project budgets and work plans.
    Provide technical support in implementation of the community and facility components of the project ensuring that these align with national and global best practices. 
    Support the budget management, planning and roll out of both projects. 
    Participates and oversee capacity building activities of Ministry of Health – private and public health workers and community health volunteers.
    Other duties as assigned.

    Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL)

    With the support of MEAL team ensure project performance is tracked and quality standards adhered to.
    Coordinate regular project monitoring and supervision in liaison with the SCHMTs to ensure quality project implementation according to agreed standards.
    Take lead in preparation and documentation of best practices, lessons learnt including case studies.
    Ensure the compilation of quality and timely reporting for the project both routine project reports and donor reports.
    Ensure learning from the project are documented and shared with County officials, programme staff, other SCI partners as well as within the organization. 
    Collect and manage complaints and feedback in close coordination with MEAL team

    Coordination and Representation 

    With guidance from the Health Coordinator, representing SC within authorized parameters, foster relationships with relevant host government ministries, UN agencies, and local and international NGOs focused on maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH). 
    Cultivate robust networks with the Ministry of Health and other pertinent national institutions. 
    Forge partnerships with Nairobi County and sub-county officials, establishing operational agreements to effectively execute our programs. 
    Identify potential collaborators for joint initiatives and expand successful programs. 
    Co-facilitate County and sub-county networks and advocacy efforts concerning health and nutrition programs.

    SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)
    Accountability:

    Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling SCI’s values
    Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved

    Ambition:

    Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
    Widely shares their personal vision for SCI, engages and motivates others.
    Future orientated, thinks strategically.

    Collaboration:

    Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters.
    Values diversity sees it as a source of competitive strength.
    Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

    Creativity:

    Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions.
    Willing to take disciplined risks.

    Integrity:

    Honest, encourages openness and transparency.
    Commitment to Save the Children Values

    Core competencies:

    Leading and inspiring others
    Delivering results
    Developing self and others
    Problem solving and decision making.
    Innovating and adapting
    Applying technical and professional expertise
    Working effectively with others 
    Communicating with impact
    Networking

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in public health, Nursing with community health experience.
    Minimum four (4) years’ experience in community maternal and new-born health and Integrated Community case management of Case Management programming.
    Experience working with Community Health Units in community health strategy.
    Experience of working with local/national governments and capacity building of systems, partners and staff
    Ability to extensively travel for project monitoring and provide on-site technical support to field teams 
    Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
    Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international and matrix management environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind-sets
    Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
    Excellent spoken and written English and Swahili.
    Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
    Experience and Familiarity with the counties in Nairobi, will be an added advantage. 
    Sensitive to issues affecting children and committed to Save the Children’s Child Safe Guarding policy.
    Strong documentation and report writing skills.
    Experience of and commitment to working through systems of community participation and accountability.
    Culturally sensitive with qualities of mentorship and patience.
    Commitment to Save the Children Values.

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  • Humanitarian Policy Lead CHET Project Manager

    Humanitarian Policy Lead CHET Project Manager

    Role Purpose:
    The holder of this position is responsible for providing strategic leadership and vision for the development and delivery of Save the Children’s policy agenda on humanitarian reform. The holder will convene and coordinate operational, technical and humanitarian policy expertise across the organisation, represent Save the Children externally and draw from technical expertise, experience and learning across our humanitarian programmes as well as analysis of global trends and actors in carrying out this work. They will work with different internal teams and functions in SCI and across the movement. They will be responsible for supporting wider cross-thematic policy and strategy activities relating to Save the Children’s humanitarian strategy as required.
    EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

    Significant operational and policy experience within the field of humanitarian coordination and response
    At least seven years of experience in humanitarian policy and operational roles at country or regional levels 
    Demonstrable track record in policy development on humanitarian crises at the global, regional and/or national level 
    Long-term experience and proven track record in multilateral advocacy at global level and successful advocacy at country level on humanitarian policy related issues 
    Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills, and of delivering significant results. Experience of building shared objectives, quality control, evaluation, motivation, performance management, staff development and training 
    A demonstrable ability to plan and communicate at a strategic level
    Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
    Excellent capacity-building skills, applicable across different countries and cultures and at the international level 
    Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work collaboratively 
    Commitment to Save the Children’s vision, mission and approach, including child safeguarding 
    Working knowledge of Spanish, French or Arabic is desirable 
    Experience of working in displacement contexts and/or humanitarian crises is essential

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  • Project Coordinator – Transformation Delivery Initiatives

    Project Coordinator – Transformation Delivery Initiatives

    Role Purpose:
    This role will support a project or projects within our Transformation Delivery portfolio with general project coordination and administration. This will be a key role to support delivery of these critical initiatives and will have the opportunity to learn and develop across a range of different project types working with Senior Level staff from across Transformation Delivery and beyond.
    EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

    Previous experience in an office administration, Project Coordinator or similar role, preferably in an international environment
    Experience of planning and organising meetings and events, with a strong attention to detail
    Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
    Strong planning/anticipation skills. Experience of planning and organising meetings and events, with attention to detail
    Sound judgement and an ability to effectively prioritise multiple tasks in a constantly changing environment
    Ability to adopt a pro-active approach and offer solutions as appropriate
    Strong written and oral communication skills, fluent in English, with an eye for detail
    Ability to liaise and communicate effectively with a broad range of people at all levels, across different cultures and to act with credibility, discretion, tact and diplomacy both within and without the organisation
    Ability to work to tight deadlines with strong attention to detail
    Maintain a calm disposition and positive outlook particularly when working under pressure
    Self- motivated with ability to work autonomously
    Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Save the Children

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  • Foundational Learning Policy Advisor Team Lead – FCDO

    Foundational Learning Policy Advisor Team Lead – FCDO

    Save the Children is seeking a Foundational Learning Policy Advisor for the anticipated 3 year £ 4.4 million FCDO funded Institutional Strengthening of Policy Implementation to Reduce Educational Disparities in the early years’ education (INSPIRED) Programme. The programme will focus on increased access to quality Early Childhood Education (ECE) services in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands, with a reduction in gender disparities; establishment of stronger ECE and foundational learning policy environment at the national level and strengthening evidence generation to inform decision-making at county and national levels. The Foundational Learning Policy Advisor will provide Technical Assistance (TA) to the Ministry of Education (MoE) for the development of relevant policies and legislations in ECE in line with the National Education Reforms (Presidential Taskforce Report Implementation). The post holder will act as the key liaison resource between SC Kenya and key policy and decision makers in the education sector. The Policy Advisor will provide though leadership on relevant legislative and policy instruments and be able to effectively communicate lessons learned and recommendations, foster and partnerships with relevant state and non-state institutions.

    This position is contingent upon donor approval and funding.
    KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
    Program Delivery

    Provide Technical Assistance (TA) to the MoE for the development of relevant policies, legislations, and other priorities in ECE in line with the National Education Reforms (Presidential Taskforce Report Implementation)
    Develop policy position papers and briefing notes on ECE/Foundational learning to inform policy dialogues with sector stakeholders.
    Provide strategic policy advice, and guidance on foundational learning to key government stakeholders, sector partners and key project staff in SCI Kenya
    Provide technical support to sector stakeholders to build their capacity to incorporate foundational learning concerns into legal frameworks, policies, guidelines, and plans.
    Develop policy positions and proposals, identifying changes in policy design and/or implementation that could deliver improved outcomes.
    Designing and overseeing delivery of comprehensive engagement plans to share policy.
    Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with relevant state and non-state sector institutions.
    Establishing a strong network of policy professionals, influencers, and decision-makers across the sector.
    Work with the Team Lead to coordinate high level sector policy dialogues to influence support for progressive policies on foundational learning.

    Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

    Work with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) to conduct evaluations, and demonstrate a clear understanding of how the evaluation will generate lessons learned for the programme itself, for the government, and for other education stakeholders in Kenya, and globally.
    Work with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team for monitoring and evaluation of programme activities including taking corrective action where necessary.
    Ensure IPTT and indicator progress are updated monthly.
    Document programme learning and ensuring it contributes to organizational advocacy and donor priorities.
    Update project tools in line with SCI project management platforms (PRIME).
    Maintain an up-to-date information pack of various aspects affecting the beneficiaries in liaison with the other program teams and do analysis of project reports.
    Ensure timely implementation of budgeted activities in addition to budget tracking and control and ensure clarity of project reports.
    Develop and track quality project indicators and MEAL framework for the project with support from the MEAL team.
    Lead in assessments, evaluations and report writing for the project and enhance continuous monitoring and evaluation of programme activities in line with donor priorities.
    Work with MEAL to ensure updated project indicators and target beneficiaries throughout the project. .
    Work with T4D team to digitize project assessment tools including school attendance, enrolment, teacher professional development, teacher instructional support and all assessments in the program.
    Make regular support visits to Mandera and Wajir field offices.

    Partnerships And Coordination

    Strong relationships with government, especially at national level with the Ministry of Education but also with the county governments. This should include credibility and strong reputation with Kenya’s Ministry of Education (MoE), and credibility and strong reputation with Wajir and Mandera county governments.
    Excellent networking, negotiating, influencing and communication skills.
    A successful track record of providing advice to civil servants and politicians or other senior decision makers on complex and sensitive issues.
    Experience of successfully operating in national environments with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
    A full appreciation of the value of cooperation within a team environment.
    Provide technical support to the consortium partners- compilation of the consortium members reports, data and monitoring guidance.
    Build partnerships with key stakeholders’, enhance government, community participation, ownership, and sustainability of programmes.
    Collaborate and coordinate with other education agencies, schools, governmental institutions, host community partners and community level structures to promote community ownership and sustainability of project initiatives.
    Represent Save the Children and the in relevant working groups and coordination meetings.
    Liaise closely with other actors in the education sector on issues related to access to quality education for marginalized children in Wajir and Mandera counties.
    Where necessary, represent the Program Manager and Coordinators in meetings, both internal and external and engage with the Host Community partners, county governments and the national government.

    Awards Management and Accountability

    Coordinate with finance and awards team to ensure effective budget monitoring for the project in line with donor requirements and contractual obligations, including kick-off meetings, mid-term, and close-out meetings.
    Coordinate the timely implementation of all grants and ensure sound and accurate expenditure.
    Proposal development – continuously analyse needs and develop concept notes, outlining clear areas of sensitization and awareness during the project life cycle.
    Oversee project activities budget expenditures and ensure they are allowable according to SCI and donor regulations; review monthly Budget vs. Actual and expenditure sheets and collaborate with the finance department to ensure accurate expenditures and reporting.
    Ensure timely production of activity/events reports as well as monthly reports as per the agreed timelines.

    Contract Duration: 2 years
    Number of Vacancies: 1
    Work Location: Nairobi
    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    Bachelor’s / post graduate degree in either education, law, public policy, political science, public administration, or any relevant qualification
    Recommend a minimum of 8 years of relevant technical experience in policy and advocacy related work in education, teacher professional development, basic education, and other related sectors.
    Excellent experience in external representation with donors, local/national governments, communities, and partners.
    Demonstrable understanding and experience in the education policy landscape and current ECE trends and ability to influence policy changes.
    Experience working with both national and county governments both in policy formulation and development of implementation frameworks and guidelines.
    Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation, and coaching.
    Highly developed cultural and political awareness and ability to work well in matrix management environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets.
    Ability to present and communicate complex information in a succinct and compelling manner.
    Experience building capacity of government and partners on relevant education dimensions to enhance community participation, ownership and empowerment.
    Competent in using Microsoft packages in programme management.
    Commitment to Save the Children’s child safeguarding Policy.
    Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required.
    Commitment to Save the Children values.

    Competencies:

    Strong policy analytical skills that can be applied in the education sector with a focus on early childhood education/foundational learning.
    Ability to seek out evidence and reflect it accurately in policy documents.
    Excellent written skills and experience of writing detailed policy documents and briefings.
    Ability to advise on problems carefully and logically, leading to fact-based and practical recommendations.
    Ability to produce high-quality outputs in a timely manner while understanding and anticipating the evolving client needs.
    Knowledge and understanding of how law and social policy is developed.
    Has high-level communication skills’, including engaging and informative formal public speaking.
    Fluent in English and Kiswahili (both spoken and written).
    Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
    Sets high standards for quality and consistently achieves project goals.
    Maintains and extends an effective network of individuals within the organisation and with government and development partners.
    Negotiates effectively by exploring a range of possibilities.
    Demonstrates and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.
    Proven ability to work as a team.

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  • Supply Chain Product and Learning System Co-ordinator English to Arabic Translator

    Supply Chain Product and Learning System Co-ordinator English to Arabic Translator

    Role Purpose:
    The Item Master is the product data management system for SCI globally. It holds approximately 11,000 products procured by the organization, with around 900 supply catalogues reviewed and verified annually. The Product and Learning System Co-ordinator will be responsible for full ownership and management of the Item Master system and functional lead for the supply chain data held on the SCI Learning Management System (LMS). For both systems, driving data quality and optimal use to support business processes and learning. They will also support ongoing management of the Inventory Management System (TIM). The role will lead discussion and liaise with colleagues and system admins for other data systems using product data, including procurement, warehousing and inventory and finance, to resolve technical issues, identify process and system improvements and develop data reporting. Where future enhancements are needed to the supply chain product and learning system co-ordinator will take the lead in initiating these activities and liaising with stakeholders in IT, and other projects across the organization.
    EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
    Essential

    Fast learner in systems environment
    Experience working with large data sets, ensuring quality, accuracy and relevance of data captured and processed.
    A passion for quality data management, control and optimisation to support business processes.
    Proven experience in the implementation of IT systems and with business requirements gathering and process/workflow analysis skills.
    Experience working with a standardised Business Analysis methodology and associated processes and tools.
    Proactive problem identifier and solver
    A demonstrable ability to manage a complex and varied workload; to work effectively under pressure; and to organise and prioritise work to ensure departmental deadlines are met.
    Excellent communication skills (written & oral English), including the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical teams.
    Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate/mediate; to facilitate the resolution of conflicting business requirements and work effectively with cross functional stakeholders from different teams.
    People Management experience.
    Advanced MS Excel skills
    Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
    Demonstrates a strong work ethic and able to take the initiative and ownership to deliver value to the business.
    Cultural awareness and experience of delivering solutions internationally.

    Desirable

    Non-profit sector knowledge/experience. Particularly within Supply Chain.
    Experience in a range of business process and systems including Financial Systems (Agresso), HR Systems (Oracle HCM), Procurement (SAP Ariba), Planning and M&E, Awards/Grant Management systems, Advocacy and Supporter Database/CRM.
    Familiar with/previous experience working with the Scrum methodology.
    Experience using Confluence and JIRA systems.
    Experience using Power BI
    Interest in supply chain learning and development.
    Proficiency in a second core language of Save the Children (French, Spanish, or Arabic).

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  • Programme Development and Quality (PDQ) Intern T4D Intern Knowledge Management and Learning Intern Supply chain Intern Safety & Security Intern Health Intern Tech Hub Intern IT Intern Finance Intern HR & Administration Intern

    Programme Development and Quality (PDQ) Intern T4D Intern Knowledge Management and Learning Intern Supply chain Intern Safety & Security Intern Health Intern Tech Hub Intern IT Intern Finance Intern HR & Administration Intern

    Internship Opportunities
    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, and Nairobi 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 job holder will provide coordination support to the Programme Development and Quality (PDQ) team under the guidance of the Director of Programme Development and Quality.  The PDQ intern will support the day-to-day work of the PDQ team including; work planning, information management, coordination of processes and research. The intern’s tasks will vary depending on the needs and ongoing work of the PDQ team.
    Internship Period: 3 Months with possibility of extension for another 3 months’ subject to performance.
    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 comprehensive report demonstrating learning and achievements during the internship as guided by the supervisor.
    Professional Requirements 

    Graduates from reputable national, regional or international universities studying disciplines relevant to the work of the Save the Children International.
    Undergraduate degree, who have not yet entered the formal employment arena are encouraged to apply . 
    Letter of endorsement from appropriate university department where applicable. 
    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.

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  • Junior Business Analyst

    Junior Business Analyst

    Role Purpose:
    The Junior Business Analyst (BA) assists in identifying and defining the requirements for change, aiming to enhance how Save the Children utilizes its workforce, processes, and technology. This role involves analyzing data, forecasting financial outcomes, and offering advice to their project teams.
    Experience and Skills
    Essential:

    Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
    Excellent communication skills (written & oral English), including the ability to communicate and present both at a technical and non-technical level
    Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate/mediate; to facilitate the resolution of conflicting business requirements
    Ability to support the creation of compelling business cases with accurate cost and effort estimations
    Intellectual curiosity and the ability to question thought partners across functional areas
    Ability to effectively prioritise work and agree priorities with the Project Manager
    Demonstrates a strong work ethic and able to take the initiative and ownership to deliver value to the business
    Cultural awareness and experience of delivering solutions internationally

    Desirable:

    Non-profit sector knowledge/experience (especially international development projects)
    Second language – French, Spanish or Arabic

    Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your salary expectations.

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  • Senior Quality Framework Manager

    Senior Quality Framework Manager

    Role Purpose:

    The primary focus of this role will be to manage the Quality Framework through the coordination of focal points across all functions and areas of Save the Children’s work, to improve the content and usage of the Quality Framework, and ensure it supports all of SCI’s staff to deliver programmes with quality and compliance. This role will drive forward the simplification agenda by identifying areas of duplication and overlap in requirements, being solution orientated and propositional and supporting Functional Leads to deliver the changes. The role will improve data accessibility so as to enable data driven decision making and will also oversee the annual self-assessment process against the Quality Standards, ensuring this process supports quality management and continuous improvement in COs, and effectively informs the support provided to COs from ROs, and the Centre. They will also play a key role in supporting the Head of Quality Management to strengthen the organisational culture and build staff capacities in quality management and continuous improvement across the whole of SCI.

    Experience and Skills

    Experience designing and implementing quality management and continuous improvement initiatives in a large and complex international NGO or organisation.
    Strong Project Management experience and organisational skills, including planning, implementing and tracking multiple project activities simultaneously.
    Experience with communication management and the effective design and use of different tools and platforms such as webpages, Teams Sites, SharePoint, Emails, Meetings, Presentations, Reporting and other Documents.

    Strong experience in knowledge management, and in particular document management approaches for organisations working across a large number of different countries.
    Strong experience in developing organisational policies and procedures to ensure these provide the right level of information for users whilst being simple and easy to use.
    Change Management expertise and an understanding of how change happens within complex matrix organisations
    Excellent coordination skills using a positive, flexible and collaborative approach; ability to work effectively with a broad range and large number of people across different functions with varying priorities, and ensure project outcomes are successfully achieved.
    Strong time management skills; Ability to plan ahead, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles, juggle competing priorities successfully, and work effectively and calmly under pressure to tight deadlines.

    Strong communication skills, ability to engage with and prepare and present communications for a variety of stakeholders, at all levels and across different cultures, with confidence, credibility, discretion, tact and diplomacy.
    Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, including the ability to listen well; fluent in English. Ability to communicate complicated messaging simply, and develop and manage productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
    Strong problem solving skills; Ability to adopt a pro-active approach to problem solving.
    Thorough and trustworthy, takes pride in delivering high quality work and gives a high level of attention to detail
    Competent in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, as well as Teams and SharePoint sites.
    Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Save the Children.

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  • Nurse Advocacy Manager (Child Rights and Climate Change)

    Nurse Advocacy Manager (Child Rights and Climate Change)

    ROLE PURPOSE:
    The Quality Assurance Nurses will be responsible for day-to-day implementation ICCM-CMAM implementation research project in Mandera County. The project will conduct a hybrid type 1 implementation-effectiveness trial utilizing a cluster randomized 2×2 factorial design. Implementation will be in four arms which will provide different interventions under investigations as follows: 1) iCCM, 2) CMAM, 3) iCCM-CMAM, and 4) Control group. Trained, supervised, and well-equipped Community Health Promoters (CHPs) will be responsible for delivering iCCM-CMAM for sick children aged 2-59 months. The interventions being investigated include 1) iCCM, 2) CMAM, 3) iCCM-CMAM, and 4) Standard of Care. CHPs will receive training, resources, and supervision to administer iCCM-CMAM for sick children aged 2-59 months, employing a comprehensive five-pronged approach involving sensitization, training, commodity provision and accountability, supervision, and monitoring and evaluation.
    The study is expected to provide evidence on the feasibility and effectiveness of iCCM-CMAM in improving access to appropriate care for acutely ill children in remote areas delivered by CHPs. The findings will inform the Kenya Ministry of Health and county management teams, guiding practical implementation steps. The operationalization of iCCM-CMAM has the potential to enhance health outcomes and reduce child mortality in low-income countries. By integrating community-based management of acute malnutrition into iCCM, a more comprehensive approach to child care can be extended to those in hard-to-reach areas. The role holders will play a critical role in promoting delivery of quality implementation research in collaboration with CHPs, Mandera county department of health, health and nutrition teams within Save the Children, the research consultants and key stakeholders including. In close liaison with MEAL, support in the research implementation fidelity, collection, processing, and verification of reports/forms and maintains programme/projects databases.
    SCOPE OF ROLE: 
    Reports to: Nutrition Coordinator
    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 programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined the programmes of SC UK, SC Canada and SC Finland to create a single operation in Kenya. In Feb 2014, we completed a second transition, which saw us join forces with the British INGO, Merlin, and merge their health and nutrition programmes with our own. Save the Children now has an operational presence in Bungoma, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Turkana and Wajir and a footprint in Kakamega, Kisumu, Migori and Kitui. In 2016, Save the Children established a new project office in Madagascar whose operations are managed by the Kenya CO. 
    Staff directly reporting to this post: None. 
    KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
    Programme:

    Provide technical assistance to MoH and CHPs towards implementation of integrated community case management and integration with uncomplicated acute malnutrition.
    Support training and mentorship for Community Health Volunteers on Integrated Community Case management implementation (ICCM), Basic modules, Community based Management of uncomplicated acute malnutrition (CMAM).
    Coordinate with the health records and information officers to ensure the data   submitted by facilities is complete by regular quality checks   to ensure completeness of the records of the children in the study.
    Organize and coordinate trainings for CHPs in consultation with County health authorities.
    Supervise routine data collection and commodity accountability by the CHPs in liaison with Community Health Assistants 
    Closely work with the principal investigator(s) and provide the necessary requirements they need to successfully implement the research.
    Follow-up visits of all children identified as malnourished by CHPs treated by CHPs at home within.
    QA nurse shall visit the home of the child identified with malnutrition within 24-48 hours to verify classification and management.
    QA nurse together with the CHAs shall verify every 10th child reported with suspected SAM and MAM, pneumonia, malaria cases managed by a CHP at home or referred to a health facility.
    QA nurse shall conduct follow-up visit one week and two weeks after the initial diagnosis and management to assess for treatment failure.
    Shall ensure children discharged as cured from SAM and/or MAM are followed for 6 months and the MUAC and weight are taken every month.
    Ensure Children treated for diarrhoea, malaria and pneumonia will be followed up 2 days after initiating treatment to assess treatment progression and thereafter post-discharge follow up will be done for 3 months.
    Ensure all children on post-discharge follow up will be assessed for ICCM conditions, MUAC and weight every month.
    Monitoring and Evaluation:
    With the support of MEAL team ensure project performance is tracked and quality standards adhered to.
    Ensure the compilation of quality and timely activity and monthly reports for the project.
    Document the process of implementation, lessons learnt, case studies and good practice to ensure information is widely disseminated.
    Support regular review meetings with the community health promoters, sub county community strategy focal person and community health assistants. 
    Coordinate regular project monitoring and supervision in liaison with the SCHMTs and project MEAL focal person to ensure quality project implementation according to agreed standards.
    Collect and manage complaints and feedback in close coordination with MEAL team.
    Network and coordinate with the relevant sectors and agencies implementing health activities at national and community level.
    Identify areas of synergy in the field with the Ministry of Health and other implementing agencies working with communities. 
    Liaise and establish strong links with existing community structures including mother to mother support groups, community units, youth groups, village elders and religious leaders.
    Support community dialogue and action days.

    BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)
    Accountability:

    Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values.
    Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.

    Ambition:

    Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same.
    Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others.
    Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

    Collaboration:

    Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters.
    Values diversity sees it as a source of competitive strength.
    Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

    Creativity:

    Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions.
    Willing to take disciplined risks.

    Integrity:

    honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse 
    At least two (2) years’ work experience in health and nutrition programming including monitoring and evaluation. 
    MUST be registered with Nursing Council of Kenya.
    Fluency (written and verbal) in English, Swahili, and Local dialects in Mandera County.
    At least two-year working experience in a health facility.
    Mature, responsible, dependent, highly organized and motivated persons
    Willing to work in a rural set up and perform household visits on a daily basis.
    Good inter-personal, report writing and communication skills.
    Strong capacity to work with initiative, flexibility and without close supervision.
    Ability to meet strict deadlines.
    Strong research and data analysis skills. 
    Experience in community mobilisation within the development context. 
    Experience working with programmes on community health strategy and community health services delivery is an added advantage.
    Good understanding and experience working with MOH and county health departments, health stakeholders, opinion leaders and integration of donor funded programmes into county plans.
    Experience in training and capacity building.
    Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide array of organizations.
    Excellent oral and written communication skills and a willingness to be respectful, kind, sensitive and empathise with children.
    Good knowledge of the nutrition and health field.
    Proficiency in intermediate computer skills especially basic office applications including MS office (word, excel, PowerPoint, outlook) is a MUST.
    Good presentation and persuasion skills.
    Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with difficult and frustrating working conditions.
    Prepared to live and work in an uncertain security environment.
    Ability and willingness to frequently travel and stay at the field.
    Experience in project and donor report writing is an added advantage. 
    Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles

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  • Regional Change Management Officer (Business Transformation) Humanitarian Policy and Advocacy Lead, Centrality of Protection Senior Project Manager – Global Shared Services for CRM

    Regional Change Management Officer (Business Transformation) Humanitarian Policy and Advocacy Lead, Centrality of Protection Senior Project Manager – Global Shared Services for CRM

    Role Purpose:
    The Regional Change & Deployment Manager is a role sitting within the Change and Deployment Team that has been created to deliver a number of high priority projects implementing new systems and business processes across Save the Children International (SCI)’s 55 country offices.
    The Regional Change Manager has responsibility for managing the change & deployment activities for these priority projects across a number of locations. They are responsible for ensuring all key office stakeholders understand the C&D methodology and its application, facilitating and supporting the offices with each project rollout and consolidation, ensuring active office engagement and ownership to achieve a successful implementation.
    For 2024/25 the role will be responsible for completing change and deployment activities relating to the implementation of a new operating model for Save the Children as well as the automation of key business processes such as cash and voucher assistance.
    This will include supporting a designated portfolio of country offices across the ESA (East & Southern Africa) and WCA (West & Central Africa) regions. At least 40% of the time is expected to be spent travelling to support country offices.
    EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
    Essential

    Demonstrated experience and capability of leading, facilitating and influencing change and the delivery of major projects affecting business processes and systems in the field
    Proven ability to work in a large complex and highly networked matrix organisation and influence through ‘soft power’
    Previous experience of, and highly effective in, the guiding and coaching of others towards successful delivery
    Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
    Excellent interpersonal skills, a proven ability to engage stakeholders
    Knowledge and experience of working within a standardised project methodology
    A strong results orientation and proactive approach
    Excellent communication skills, fluent in written and spoken both English and French
    Competent in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
    Willingness and ability to travel within the region for circa 40%
    A commitment to Save the Children values

    Desirable

    Prior experience within an INGO
    A third language – either Spanish, Portuguese or Arabic.

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