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Communications Officer

JOB PURPOSE
We are looking for a person with internal communications experience and a solid grasp of new technology who is excited to network with staff in 90+ countries to unite and inspire them, through innovative communications, to champion the organisation as one global community.
The role focuses on identifying, developing, and executing optimal technical and other communications solutions (infrastructure and channels) for reaching and connecting internal audiences at World Vision. The person most fit for this role would have strong technical knowledge of tools and digital delivery mechanisms for effective global communications, including SharePoint and Poppulo. They would also have experience and an appetite to assist in managing learning capability projects and platforms, and leading engagement among different networks of staff.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee functionality of Global Internal Communications platform
Recommend and employ communications best practices, effective technologies, and best software and delivery mechanisms to deliver internal communications and key communications projects.
Manage and implement the technical delivery of stories, news, and updates to staff via the intranet, online newsletters, and other channels.
Identify technical communications research, guidance, tools, and techniques for communicating organisational priorities and supporting team deliverables.
Devise processes and efficiencies to deliver organisational storytelling on time
Measure, evaluate, and report on communications activities, channels, and projects through the use of metrics, surveys, focus groups, and evidenced-based evaluations.
Lead the communications network across all of World Vision’s offices to share resources and learning, and to promote alignment with global communications resources and guidance.
Update, manage, and promote the Global Communications e-learning managing system.
Assist in developing, designing, and promoting learning projects including e-courses for key communications capabilities.
Support communications activities that engage and inspire staff at all levels.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

Performs systems and design thinking to explore, recommend, and develop innovative technical solutions for communications.
Has experience in content and knowledge management.
Has multimedia expertise.
Has experience in visual and mobile communications.
Strong attention to detail and excellent planning and organisational skills.
Proven success in facilitating virtual groups/trainings.
Translates complex ideas into simple and engaging communications.
Quick learner.
Proactively seeks opportunities to do things differently.
Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills; Enjoys working and networking with others.
Challenges oneself and an advocate of learning.
Empathetic listener; Listens with the intent to understand.
A self-starter.
Values people and diversity.
Five-year experience in content and knowledge management; technical solutions for non IT functions; visual communications; instructional design; or social media.

Preferred:

Knowledge or expertise in managing social media tools.
Experience working with a learning management system and designing learning projects in Articulate 360.
Video and photography editing.
Demonstrates ability to guide, edit, and assure clear, brief, and compelling written communications in English.

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October 29, 2024
Project Officer- Food Assistance Project Officer- Humanitarian Information and Reporting Project Officer- Accountability, Monitoring and Evaluation

Key Responsibilities

Commodity/cash Management

Ensure that all commodities/cash are properly accounted for and bring to the attention of the Project Manager any discrepancies in accounting.
Ensure that distribution plans are prepared and approved in advance to enhance efficient field operations.
Ensure that damaged/unfit commodities are kept separately at the FDPs. Arrange for the disposal of all commodities unfit for human consumption upon receipt of the necessary authorization. Ensure proper documentation of such activity in the proscribed form in case there are damages at the centers.
Ensure that Last Mile Mobile Solution (LMMS) system is implemented, utilized and monitored.
Ensure that commodities/ Cash are received by the targeted beneficiaries. Spot-check FDP stores to ensure they are properly maintained and all equipment functioning properly.

Monitoring, Reporting and Documentation

Ensure the implementation of CFA/FFA activities is in line with the design and serves the needs of the community
Conduct weekly/monthly project monitoring visits and prepare reports
Consolidate monthly plans, ensure implementation and share updates on work progress against the plans.
Ensure all records are maintained as per CBTD, commodity manual and Cash transfer guidelines.
Review distribution center visit reports and align them to the program design
Document the contribution of the projects to child wellbeing outcomes to assess impact and advice programming.

Supervision

Provide overall supervision of field monitors
Engage in identification and recruitment of field monitors
Ensure that field monitors maintain a daily activity schedule
Spot check field monitors to see if they are at food distribution centers/project sites
Ensure that a list of authorized names with signatures for relief committees is compiled.
Monitor and manage performance to field monitors throughout the project cycle

Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity building

Ensure coordinated engagement with the Community, Government authorities, WFP and other stakeholders
Provide updated information to internal & external partners
Participate in identification of training needs and ensure proper training and develop capacity for field monitors.

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October 29, 2024
People & Culture Business Partner

Major Responsibilities
People and Culture Policy and Compliance

Provide guidance and interpretation of P & C policies to the Regional Managers, Program Managers and all staff in the designated areas.
In liaison with the Regional, Cluster and Project Managers, coordinate employee performance-related and disciplinary processes to ensure adherence to internal policies

Recruitment & Selection and Contract management

Coordinate the placement of attaches in the region
Collaborate with hiring manager and the National Office recruiters to ensure timely processing of staff appointments, contract renewals, non-renewals and contract extensions.
Track contract expiry dates of the staff at the region, and follow up with Program Managers on renewal/non renewals
Maintain a database of potential employees at the Region and possible replacements especially of field recruits.
Provide P& C support for exiting staff and manage employee exit processes (clearance, handover etc) and ensure compliance to WVK Polices
Coordinate and guide management on staff transitions during program/project phase outs and ensure all applicable policies and procedures are adhered to.

People and Culture Information System and Employee Records management

Facilitate new starters to complete and forward to National Office all their duly signed employment records.
Liaise with the P & C Administration Officer in creation of personal files for all new starters and ensure that all documentation are in order
Capacity-build staff & managers on use of Workday including implementation of new modules
Maintain and update Workday on any employee changes/movements
Analyze regional absence requests on a monthly basis and alert managers on pending approvals
Support people managers to ensure adherence to annual leave plans
Carry out data clean up at regular intervals to ensure data consistency

Staff Onboarding and Engagement

Co-ordinate and conduct orientation of the new staff recruited at the Region and program level.
Ensure staff are enrolled into WVK Systems eg payroll, WV central and WVK Staff benefits and understand the related processes
Facilitate probation reviews and confirmation of staff within acceptable and set timelines
Support and build the capacity of the managers on performance management and respond to related queries
Liaise with the people managers in the regions to ensure timely implementation of performance management cycle including performance planning, reviews and appraisals.
Support staff to undertake learning and development initiatives to build capacity and for staff enhanced competence.
Organize in liaison with Programs in team building initiatives

Compensation & Benefits and Staff care

In liaison with the P &C Coordinator, ensure all new staff are enrolled to the WVKs compensations and benefits programs
Coordinate psychosocial support and peer support for staff within the region
Report and facilitate documentation for accidents and incidences for WIBA and GPA claims
Educate managers and staff on self-care, entitlements and ensure a culture where people feel valued
In liaison with the P & C Coordinator, facilitate planning of health audits and staff wellbeing initiatives
In liaison with the P & C Coordinator, identify cases for and coordinate the critical incident debriefing for staff that have undergone stress and/or trauma and provide appropriate referral services
Advise Program managers on related compensation polices eg. insurance covers for community members to enable timely procurement ahead of their engagement

People & Culture reports and Metrics

Prepare and submit of Monthly reports for information and update
Provide P&C analytics to advice on trends and areas of improvement in the respective programs.
Conduct periodical Program visits for P&C related support.

Collaboration & Networks

Coordinate and participate in roll out and implementation of P & C initiatives
Participate in committees and taskforces, as assigned

Others

Attend and participate in the daily morning devotions;
Support in the rollout and implementation of P&C initiatives at the regional level
Perform any other duties as required by the supervisor or his/her designee

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October 29, 2024
Program Manager – FMNR Resource Acquisition Specialist

Key Responsibilities:
Program Coordination and Management (30%)

Participate in the annual program planning and budget review processes as per ANCP/DFAT donor requirements
Ensure that all FMNR initiatives within the 4 Counties of influence meet/exceed planned outcomes and are implemented in full compliance with the Programs guidelines and ANCP/DFAT requirements and ensure community accountability
Provide technical support in the implementation of all Environment and Climate Change adaptation development activities in the 8 Area Programme/Program sites
Manage and coordinate the FMNR team ensuring competent and motivated staff as well as manage performance of staff and encourage on-the-job coaching, identify and address learning and training needs and opportunities
Participate and coordinate quality review and capacity building meetings of staff on NRM with including FMNR
Participate in the annual program planning and budget review exercises
Integrate the FMNR activities with those of the 8 Area Programs ensuring cost effective use of resources.
Mainstream FMNR Concept in 8 ADPs within WVK before Program phase out.
Support the development of training materials in line with the identified Program needs for staff, partners and communities.
Facilitate dialogue and accountability forums with various stakeholders on issues of livelihood (community groups, service providers, private sector, the county and national government, civil society organizations, churches and schools)
Support introduction of new and existing technologies and ensure FMNR initiated interventions are sustainable
Develop ToRs for Program baseline, mid-term and End line Evaluations
Provide leadership in transitioning CRIFSUP Phase I to Phase II, redesigning of Program structure and programme implementation
In close collaboration with P&C, ensure right program staff are recruited, retained, and provided with intentional opportunities, mentoring and coaching for development.
Provide management support to supervisees and world Vision Kenya staff for continuous capacity building for competency development
Assess and plan for staff capacities/competencies.
Engage appropriate Subject Matter Experts for identified training gaps and need assessments
Facilitate capacity building of staff on technical modules, through trainings, workshops, On the Job Training, technical backstopping etc.
Staff supervision and guidance to ensure overall quality and comprehensive management of technical program
Provide technical leadership in implementation of complementary models of interest to SO/ANCP these include GEDSI, iMSD, WEE and Family Change Maker

Partnership, Networking and Resource Acquisition (20%)

Provide a linkage and coordination as per need between FMNR Programs with SO with support from L&R NO staff.
Represent WVK in EARO and other Regional forums as approved by Associate Director for Livelihoods and Resilience
Represent WV in Environment, NRM, Climate change forums in the Four Program counties
Coordinate and Manage Relationships with credible research institutions to support research component in the Program under the agreed framework.
Participate in Nakuru, Baringo, Elgeyo-Marakwet and West Pokot County Environmental Stakeholders Forums/Technical working groups as well as supporting WVK Program officers and Cluster Managers on engagement in relation to Environment and Climate change and articulating FMNR objectives in the forums.
Participate in the coordination of FMNR vision trips within the targeted Program areas
Increase the visibility of WVK and ANCP by maintaining active engagement and advocacy on FMNR and Cluster/County related matters
Participate in development of innovative FMNR, Climate Change Adaptation and other Resilience Building concepts and proposals for building community resilience for fundraising as well as marketing FMNR to various Learning forums
Build and Maintain effective communications and pro-active relationships with partners at the counties, including visits by donors
Collaborate with line ministries and departments in providing technical support and assistance to the program
Support implementing staff to successfully engage with key internal and external stakeholders, including the private sector, community, religious leaders and other civil society representatives in order to maximize the impact of interventions;
Support timely development of funding proposals in line with donor requirements and WVK standards in collaboration with Resource acquisition department;
Participate in public forums and events as appropriate.

Compliance to budget Utilization and timely implementation (20%)

Ensure operation standards of the Program is maintained leading to acceptable ANCP/DFAT requirements
Provide leadership and Ensure through Program Officers and cluster accountants, the timely and appropriate utilization of budgeted resources for all FMNR related Program
Ensure Program expenditure remains within the acceptable levels and ANCP/DFAT compliances (25% 1st Qtr and 75% for 3 Qtrs) Ensure timely achievement of Program targets on a monthly basis
Austere budget utilization monitoring, generate quarterly procurement plans & tracking, contracts management & consultants, adherence to donor and grants contract agreement, adhered to asset management business processes, team review meetings, Risk Register as part of MMR, Share products of WVK (FMNR) engagements with partners from County level.
Ensure monthly field support visits to 8 Program sites

Design, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Innovation (10%

Ensure that ANCP donor grant requirements are adhered to during FMNR Program implementation and monitoring and the relevant reports (weekly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual) are submitted in a timely manner and meet the donor quality expectations.
In collaboration with design monitoring and evaluation team, Consultants, FMNR and ADP teams, ensure all Program indicators are properly baselined, monitoring and mid or end term evaluation of FMNR Program is done as per the FMNR proposal and DIP and that any recommendations are promptly acted upon.
Take lead in the documentation and sharing of best practices on livelihood mainstreaming and the dissemination of any Program technical reports.
Facilitate community identification of issues, needs, assets and resources which help children thrive in a participatory and inclusive way.
Together with Program officers develop and roll out community-based monitoring system for key child wellbeing indicators and targets.
Plan tracking for key CWB indicators of strategic relevance from secondary and primary data, with partners and communities.
Review the learning and monitoring reports developed during the reporting period and using them as the basis for the Program report
Use innovation in Monitoring data to compile the necessary monthly, quarterly and annual reports for forwarding to the Regional manager, NO as well as support office as advised
Provide technical support in new innovations for the Program including carbon credit
Contextualize and utilize planning guidelines for the CRIFSUP Program
Ensure accurate and quality Annual Development Plan (AD Plan) and Detailed Implementation Plan (DIP) for the program in place and utilized
Work closely with the CRIFSUP DMEAL Coordinator to effectively support the program to carry out all measurements and assessments – baselines, assessments, designs, monitoring and evaluations – in accordance with donor requirements and WV established standards, policies and procedures;
Coordinate with the CRIFSUP MEAL to ensure that appropriate controls, monitoring and evaluation tools are in place and being utilized in a timely manner;
Ensure the program achieves Child Well-Being Outcomes in line with the organization’s Ministry Framework and Development Approach, and WVK’s strategic priorities and the program designs.
Develop monthly schedule for monitoring together with communities and partners;
Ensure community capacity building plan on monitoring is in place and utilized;
Participate in monthly data collection – (involving communities and partners) using the standardized tools
Apply Contextualized and utilized reporting guidelines
Generate quality Monthly Management Reports (MMR) informed by accurate analyzed data written using language that is appropriate to the reader and in line with World Vision reporting guidelines;
In liaison with Communications Officer, Develop context specific electronic and live media communications on program activities
Work with DMEAL Coordinator ensure effective reflection and learning forums in the counties
Work with DMEAL Coordinator to build the capacity for designing, monitoring, evaluating and learning from market-based approaches – to collate, synthesize and communicate the evidence base for the economic development component.
Participate in quarterly monitoring visits to the field to review progress, gather stories of change associated with Market systems development, sustainable natural resources-based VCs, and financial inclusion to identify and address strategic gaps;

Advocacy: Policy and Budget Influence (10%)

Develop and maintain close relationships with the donor, Government, partners, and other relevant stakeholders.
Ensure that the Program and partners are actively represented in coordination structures.
Participation in Kenya or international conferences to share findings from the Program and support improved programmatic impact.
Engage and/or get involved to provide support in policy dialogues and identify synergies or opportunities to advance project objectives.
Maintain clear, regular and effective lines of communication with other Partners and other relevant stakeholders (GoK, International Agencies, private sector, and other local actors).
Organize and convene/chair partners meetings for joint planning and Progress review. Coordinate advocacy and policy influence initiatives of the program at county and national level
Increase the visibility of WVK and the donor by maintaining active engagement and advocacy on NRM related matters
Ensure that staff capacity around policy and advocacy is built.
Lead and participate in daily devotions and other organizational meetings as required.

FMNR Research and Development (5%)

Coordinate implementation of FMNR MoU with Moi University, KEFRI, ICRAF and other research institutions
Provide management support in establishment of research sites, data collection, community outreach and dissemination of research findings
Provide technical support to Moi University in developing FMNR curricula for the university
Represent WVK in implementation of FMNR MoU with Moi University

Other (5%)

Develop ANCP Program Design ToR and guide Consultant in Program design and preparation of design documents (PDDs)
Program implementation structure and strategy including recruitment of new staff
Gender Equality Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) alignment to the Program with indicator tracking Lead in the interpretation, dissemination and utilization of GEDSI & LVCD survey reports to inform CRIFSUP phase 2 and ongoing Program implementation
Provide technical support to Program Design Consultant as per ANCP/DFAT requirements
Sensitize staff on donor requirements from time to time
Coordinate and conduct Climate, Environment and Disaster Risk Reduction Integration Guidance (CEDRIG) assessment

Qualification, Skills and Knowledge

Masters/Degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, Agri-business, Agro-forestry, Range land Management, Environmental studies, Climate Change or equivalent
Minimum of 7 Years of work experience in Managing multi agency livelihood and Resilience grants in Pastoral and or Agro-pastoral regions.
Membership with professional body; EIK or FSK
Experience with ANCP/DFAT donor Programs is an added advantage
Knowledge in renewable energies and alternative technologies are of advantage;
Good understanding of Sustainable NRM models e.g. FMNR and other landscape restoration techniques, Tree based value chains, Market systems strengthening’s, Disaster Management, Peace Programming, GEDSI and Governance.
The holder of this position must be a results orientated person who can handle a heavy work load as well as manage and satisfy multiple and at times conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands and;
S/he must also have ample experience in public relations and be a strong team player
Must have skills and ability to provide training and mentorships;
S/he must be a self-starter, able to work under minimum supervision and maintain good relationships.
Practical experience working with local communities, government, private sector, institutions and traditional authorities in pastoral and agro-pastoral ASAL regions;
Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and representation skills;
Proven leadership qualities, problem-solving and negotiation skills, and evidence of successful team player
Excellent communication and presentation skills in English
Knowledge of World Vision International working systems, policies and standards will be an advantage
FMNR certification is an added advantage

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October 29, 2024
PO Cash and Markets

Key Responsibilities

Project Implementation

55%

Responsible for the implementation of the all Humanitarian Cash & Markets activities in the County with focus on Food Assistance
Contribute to effective and timely community-led identification and registration of Cash Transfer beneficiaries.
Mobilize and sensitize representatives from line Government ministries, County Government and other stakeholders to proactively take part in strengthening community Structures.
Identify/map out all existing players in Cash/Food Assistance programs in the project areas.
Develop and impart necessary trainings for staff, community members and partners related to Cash & Voucher strategies.
Jointly with partners take part in participatory assessments to inform best Cash & Voucher programming approaches.
Support the implementation of Cash & Markets Initiatives through cash-based programming and or through other applicable approaches.
Develop and maintain networks with partners and other stakeholders in the County and Sub County where the project is domiciled in order to maximize the impact of Cash & Markets efforts.
Liaise with the Cash & Markets Technical Lead, Project Manager, and the DRR/DM Coordinator to effectively support the project to carry out all Cash & Markets Initiatives – assessments, designs, monitoring and evaluations – in accordance with WV established standards, policies and procedures.
Monitor and support the timely and appropriate utilization of budgeted resources for all Cash & Markets interventions.
Ensure Adherence to the CVP Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs) in rolling out the Cash & Markets Initiatives.
Timely and quality project implementation
Budget utilization to acceptable thresholds
Effective project monitoring and documentation

Accountability Monitoring & Evaluation and Reporting
25%

Compile the necessary monthly, quarterly and annual reports for forwarding to the Project Manager and to the National Office capturing the progress against approved work plans and budgets.
Attend the regular weekly and monthly planning meetings as called upon.
Set up and build capacity of the Community Based Feedback Structures across the project sites
Regularly document success stories, key learnings/innovation for sharing across the partnership.
Adapt context specific digital processes on Cash & Markets activities
Set up monitoring, accountability and learning systems to CVP programs: CHD, CRM among others
In Collaboration with the Cash & Markets Technical lead and the M&E, to facilitate market monitoring and document lessons for sharing internally and with key partners
Coordinate with the Project Manager and Project M & E Officer to ensure that appropriate controls, monitoring and evaluation tools are in place and being utilized in a timely manner in the Cash & Markets component
Promote the use of digital systems (LMMS) for Activity tracking, Beneficiaries registration, Cash Distribution/Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) monitoring and humanitarian accountability and document lessons and share best practices to different stakeholders.
Ensure regular program reports are generated and shared internally: Activity reports, Monthly reports, Semi Annual and Annual Reports.
Ensure internal control systems are in placed to identify and manage potential risks associated with cash Transfer at the community level.
Timely and Quality reports
Documented learning and actions
Innovations and new practices adopted and implemented
Success stories, best practices & Lessons learnt well documented

Capacity Building
10%

Capacity assessment and training facilitation on the identified gaps to project staff and partners
Develop and impart necessary trainings for staff, community members and partners related to Cash & Voucher Interventions, to enable them effectively implement innovative digital solutions.
Ensure ongoing coaching and mentoring of Community structures and project staff to ensure delivery of the desired results.
Technical review and support the key project design documents and reports within DMT and across the WVK TPs
Staff, Partners and Community capacity enhanced

Other Duties
5%

Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Cluster Manager, and Project Manager or designees.
Identify and recommend opportunities for WVK to strengthen Cash & Markets initiatives in the County
Sustained positive relationship

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

List education, knowledge & skills,

Minimum education, training and experience requirements to qualify for the position:

Bachelor degree in the fields of: Social Science, Science in Economics, Statistics or related field.
A postgraduate training in Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Agriculture or related field will be an added advantage.
At least 3 years of practical experience in Cash & Voucher Based Programming including: Market Price Monitoring, Community Based Beneficiary Targeting and Registration Process, Implementing Cash for Work/Asset Interventions in an emergency Response Context.
Strong evidence of good interpersonal and communication skills
Experience working with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and Financial Service Providers (FSPs).
Experience working with both local and internal partners to design programs, implement or build capacity
Experience in setting up functioning monitoring and accountability systems
Understanding of program design process, and monitoring/evaluation Processes
Management of complex government/institutionally funded programs/projects
Highly flexible and organized, able to coordinate Community, Partners and Stakeholders including private sector players and guide the technical decision-making process.
Demonstrate experience in Integration of Faith & Development in Disaster Management and beyond
Able to manage multiple, simultaneous demands and willing to take on new tasks on an ad hoc basis as assigned by the supervisor
Ability to work both on own initiative and as part of a team in a high-pressure environment while adhering to deadlines
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility, ability to coordinate and build consensus.
Ability to work well in and promote teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well.
Proficient in written and spoken Kiswahili and English.

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October 29, 2024
Communications & Marketing Manager Supply Chain Manager Security Advisor

Key Responsibilities:
Communications & Marketing Business Plan

Develop and implement Context-driven and integrated communications and marketing business plan that supports organizational strategy (at national and Partnership levels), and that strongly directs and positions WV Kenya for resource growth, “voice,” policy positions, trust, reputation, and influence to internal and external stakeholders (government, media, private sector, academia, health/water/education/livelihoods sectors, non-governmental organizations and the WVI Partnership). This business plan will identify the key communications and marketing needs of World Vision Kenya, while setting and steering strategic communications and marketing goals and processes that are contextualized to and in alignment with its core ministry functions and goals and to that of Our Promise.
Build a high performance communications & marketing function that is managed, structured, focused and resourced for productive and quality work.
Execute and ensure strong monitoring and evaluation of the plan, including ensuring deliverables that are continuously improved.
Provide advice, guidance and support to the National Director as a communications and organizational leader
Ensure senior and cross-functional teams have broad understanding of how communications integrates with and strengthens organizational strategy, programming, operations, resource acquisition, and support functions.
Support the WVK National Resources Development (NRD) Committee of the Executive Board as a technical resource support
Provide spiritual leadership and input to the organization and guidance to the communications and marketing department

Partnerships and Strategic External Engagement

Develop Evidence-based content for resource generation, sponsorship transformation and ministry
Ensure that external engagement business planning is mapped, developed and implemented in partnership with advocacy team
Create an organization external engagement plan to enable WVK’s Leadership to further cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with targeted, high-level external audiences for the purpose of building country partnerships and expanding financial support.
Seek and identify local & global influencers who can serve as ambassadors for WVK in reaching out to external stakeholders
Recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions, and define and execute appropriate strategies to support country team
Upon delegation from the National Director, act as a key outward-facing ambassador of the organization at public events, conferences, meetings, etc.
Support SLT’s relationship management efforts with donors, corporations and high level government officials
Exercise judgment to prioritize WVK’s media opportunities, and prepare talking points, speeches, presentations and other supporting materials, as needed

Marketing and Fundraising

Develop a high performing marketing function to build organizational capacity to raise local sources of funding to better and more sustainably support the ministry World Vision
Provide strategic direction for business development to pursue funding, through support in the development and implementation of the external engagement plan as well as via identification of resources, key stakeholders and relationship building and management;
Work with Business Development Unit to develop related capacity statements, funding proposals, with particular focus on the private sector, philanthropists and Kenyan high net worth givers.
Manage the production and provision of high quality information resources and materials for donor and public engagement

Social Media Marketing

Develop and oversee effective social and multimedia strategy across channels
Leverage channels like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, etc to grow WVK’s brand awareness and continuous brand building
Leverage social advertising and engagement for resource mobilization

Reputation Risk & Influence Management

Strategically position World Vision in mainstream and social media to mobilise public support for social and policy change
Ensure reputational risks are managed in an agile and proactive way, in line with WVI global standards
Identify national, regional and international events for WVK’s Senior Leadership that offer opportunities for networking and influence
Work with WVK National Director and country team to identify communications challenges and emerging issues faced by WVK’s country programs

Internal Communications

Develop a strong internal communications function that mobilizes staff for strategy, ministry execution and impact
Working with the People & Culture (HR) department develop robust internal communications that engage all WV Kenya staff to support the desired organizational culture.

Others

Participate in Trans teams and support other initiatives by partners in the spirit of integration
Any other duties as might be assigned from time to time

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Master’s degree in Political Science / Communications / Public Affairs/ Journalism or similar field
Minimum 7 years’ experience in, and a track record of, strategic communications/marketing/external engagement in the private and/or public sector, including experience in developing relationships with the private sector and government
Experience leading and managing communications and production teams in international NGOs or Creative Industries
Ability to build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
A track record of managing or leading resource mobilization programs
Strategic thinker, entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to do what it takes to “get the job done”
Ability to travel, both regionally and internationally, if needed
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Thorough knowledge of international development and the communication and media industry
Advanced Photo and Video production, editorial, graphic design and media skills
Proven experience of training and capacity building of others
Advanced level of computer proficiency, Mac and PC, including editing skills across
Adobe and Apple software for video, photo, media, design
Experience working with children and youth
Spiritual maturity, interfaith knowledge and a biblical worldview – Ability to articulate and model WV’s Christian identity and mission in an inclusive way.
Demonstration of well-developed interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Self-management/resilience and emotional maturity.
Team player

LICENCE & REGISTRATION

Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya, Marketing Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional body

PREFERRED SKILLS, KNLOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Exceptional writing skills and public speaking skills
Fluent in English
Effective personal organisation skills
Team management: build a high performance through the leading of; goal setting, prioritization, process management, and relationship management
Inclusive and collaborative approach
Strong IT skills (including Word, Excel, Outlook)

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October 29, 2024
Information Management and Reporting Coordinator

The purpose of this role is to produce significant global disaster management reports and data trends by consolidating, analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing information from more than 30 countries. These reports are utilized to strengthen management’s decision-making and leverage World Vision’s food assistance to stakeholders or donors.
This position will also produce various monitoring tools to ensure that effective internal and risk management, and cost efficiency are delivered to field offices that have food assistance, cash/voucher programming, WFP, UNICEF, UNHCR, and OCHA grants. He/She will also provide technical support or online training to field offices in accessing the Disaster Grants database and producing disaster management reports. Additionally, the holder of this position will contribute in maintaining data integrity in various internal and external databases and to the enhancement of disaster management information systems to improve accounting and reporting and to adapt to the changing landscape in information technology.
Major Job Responsibilities:
50% -Data Analysis, Monitoring, and Reporting

Produce reports on cash transfer and number of beneficiaries supported by food assistance, cash and voucher programming, WFP and 3UN grants by consolidating, classifying, analyzing and summarizing data of more than 100 projects on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis.
Produce monthly monitoring report for required WFP financial reports such as sunsytem core report and financial review notes to ensure that these are properly in placed in FFR database and to monitor financial performance of National offices. This report also monitors the budget posted in Sunsystem based on FLA to oversee over and under expenditure of projects.
Produce monthly project close out monitoring report to track projects that are closed or not yet closed within 90-day close out period. This report aims to ensure that cost-efficiency are implemented in all food assistance projects. This also monitors the project’s final WFP financial report and close out certificate are placed in FFR database.
Produce monthly monitoring report on draft and signed commodity summary statement to ensure that these documents are accurate and in placed in Disaster Grants database for timely accrual of Support offices.
Produce monthly Disaster Grants database monitoring report by checking all required food assistance reports such as monthly narrative report, cash transfer report, commodity tracking systems reports, specifically, commodity status report, recipient status report, loss summary report, distribution tally, receipt summary and physical inventory report are placed in the database for global reporting and analysis, and for audit purposes. This report also tracks the project documents such as project proposal, budget narrative, project summary table, donor agreement and implementation agreement.
Provide support to Information and Reporting Manager in calculating ‘Cost per beneficiary’ through statistical analysis and determining appropriate datasets
Produce year-end commodity inventory report that captures food tonnage and food value by gathering inventory reports from National office, consolidating, analyzing and summarizing data.
Produce valuation report of food tonnage to requesting Support offices who need the allocated food value (USD) for their specific projects.
Produce LMMS collection report that captures list of projects that are using LMMS for beneficiary registration and the cost equivalent to monthly number of beneficiaries reached.
Prepare LMMS and CTS invoice and send to National offices who are utilizing the systems in their food assistance projects. LMMS payment is collected on a monthly basis while CTS is on an annual basis.
Produce annual analysis on food assistance training conducted globally or in the National office
Support information and reporting manager in producing DM Food and Cash Voucher Programmes Performance report
Provide data inputs on various food assistance policy research and other food assistance initiatives
Create various DM reporting analysis templates which may arise on various initiatives

35% Food Assistance Community of Practice (Food CoP)

Produce monthly and/or quarterly newsletter by gathering relevant food assistance information that can be shared to Food CoP members. The newsletter includes World Vision external engagement, news, articles and resources, success stories, Interest groups’ updates, upcoming events and Food Assistance courses.
Maintain and update WVcentral Food CoP pages, DM team sites, Interest Group pages, Food CoP library and serve as the first point of contact for questions, uploads and support requests from the members
Provide support in organizing quarterly townhall by gathering relevant information for the meeting, scheduling in zoom and sending invite to Food CoP members
Produce quarterly Interest groups’ updates by coordinating with IG lead.
Monitor Food Assistance Interest groups’ discussion and provide support as needed
Update Food CoP membership list by adding new members and removing members who are no longer in the organization
Send welcome notes & newsletter registration requests for new Food CoP members
Participate in monthly WV Site leads webex training for system updates and new tutorials

15% Data Management and Information System

Input and classify Food Assistance training details in DM’s training database
Verify entered data by the National offices in Disaster Grants database by reviewing, correcting, deleting, or reentering data
Coordinate and communicate with NOs any discrepancy in the reported monthly food assistance reports
Coordinate with Programme Support Officers any discrepancy in DGD information to ensure data integrity in reporting and analysis
Provide support to National offices having technical issues posting food assistance reports in the Disaster Grants database by granting access to users, or posting reports in the database on behalf of the National Office.
Suggest design and processes in the improvement and efficiency of systems to improve accounting and reporting and to adapt with the changing landscape in information technology.

Knowledge and Qualifications for the Role

At least 3 years of previous business analyst, data mining and statistics work experience.
At least 1 year of relevant IT work experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, international relations, and other related field.
Knowledge in food assistance, emergency response, development and NGO operations
Humanitarian field experience (at least 5 years) with substantial exposure to food assistance, cash and voucher programming, WFP and other UN grants, and or development sector business process
Advanced analytics skills such as regression modelling, analysis of variance (ANOVA), forecasting and other statistical analysis using statistical tool (SPSS, R, etc.)
Have keen observation to data and have strong data analysis skills and advance excel skills, PowerPivot, PowerBI, SQL and other database related platform
Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, Sharepoint, Zoom and knowledgably in IBM Lotus Notes

Travel and/or Work Environment & language

This position can be based in the office or home-based and will need to travel whenever needed to participate in both within and outside disaster management meetings, conferences, or deployments.
French, Spanish or Portuguese speaking is a plus

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October 29, 2024
Project Coordinator-ENRICH

Key Responsibilities:
Programmatic and technical support for nutrition projects

Ensure all grant nutrition interventions are implemented within schedule, plans and budgets and regularly review project status.
Ensure that nutrition interventions are integrated and inclusive of gender, child protection, disability, Christian commitment and advocacy
Ensure identification of local needs and resources and take appropriate programming measures
Develop quality project Annual work plans, budgets and Detailed Implementation Plan, 4D matrix and use
Manage and coordinate the ENRICH GROW implementing partner staff ensuring competent and motivated partner staff and encourage on-the-job coaching, identify and address learning and training needs and opportunities.
Provide effective, innovative and strategic coordinating role in the ENRICH GROW project implementation.
Ensure that all ENRICH GROW initiatives within the project’s area of influence meet or exceed planned outcomes and are implemented timely.
Implement interventions in accordance with established norms, policies aligned to acceptable financial & operational audit results.
In coordination with ENRICH GROW and AP Accountants, manage and report on project budget and funds utilization.

Quality assurance for programmatic Designs, Assessments, Monitoring and Evaluation processes

Ensure timely mobilization and effective communication with communities and stakeholders during baselines and evaluations
Ensure monthly monitoring of project indicators and facilitate regular reflections on monitoring practice to make improvements with community and partners
Ensure collection and collation of nutrition information on online platforms among them District Health Information System, WV CMAM database and share with relevant stakeholders among them MoH and WV Support Offices
In liaison with M&E officer coordinate project evaluations and assessment
Ensure timely submission of quality reports (Annual, Semi-annul and Monthly Management Reports) in line with WV/grant reporting guidelines.
Identify, document and disseminate promising practices on nutrition within the grant
Participate and/convene County forums for sharing and learning while involving project stakeholders.
Coordinate with the M&E and Capacity Building coordinator to ensure that appropriate controls, monitoring and evaluation tools are in place and being utilized in a timely manner;
Ensure the project achieves Child Well-Being Outcomes in line with the organization’s Ministry Framework and Development Approach, and WVK’s strategic priorities and the project designs.
Ensure that accurate and quality project implementation plan (PIP), Annual work plans (AWP) and 4D matrix are developed and utilized.
Monitor and track the project budget regularly to ensure appropriate expenditure.

Advocacy, Engagement, Coordination, Networking & Partnerships.

Effective representation of WVK in key stakeholder forums relevant to the project.
Map resource mobilization opportunities at local level and develop concepts and proposals in collaboration with regional and national office teams.
Collaborate closely with key Government line ministries and other likeminded partners to ensure project quality during implementation.
Collaborate with line ministries and departments in providing technical support and assistance to the project
Engage with key internal and external stakeholders, including other WVK entities, Community, church and other civil society representatives in order to maximize the impact of interventions;
In collaboration with Area Programs team members and National Office (NO) participate in appropriate donor engagement activities;
Support timely development of funding proposals in line with donor requirements and WVK standards in collaboration grants acquisition department;
Build and Maintain effective communications and pro-active relationships with partners at the counties, including visits by donors.

Enhanced Empowerment & Capacity building.

In laison with program officer identify capacity building gaps among nutrition partner staff.
Lead the capacity building initiatives for implementing partners, communities and other stakeholders to enable them effectively advocate for and implement project interventions.

Resource Acquisition

Identify funding gaps related to health and nutrition and develop concepts for fundraising solicitation.
Provide data and nutrition information that will aid in fundraising for available funding opportunities.

Others

Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the APs Manager.

KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in nutrition programming at community level, two of which must be in a supervisory level.
Additional training in Community health nutrition and or food security will be an added advantage
Good understanding of Ministry of health/Agriculture systems, Nutrition programming models, standards and guidelines , Ministries of Health/Agriculture structures (Value Chains Development and livelihoods projects) at county and national levels and networking with other partners.
Familiarity of national Nutrition policy and advocacy instruments and structures.
First-hand experience in Nutrition community resilience programming.
Significant experience working with an NGO environment, community and people’s groups, state institutions etc.
Experience in project management and staff supervision
Minimum of Bachelor degree in Nutrition, or their equivalent related field
MUST be registered with relevant health associations such e.g. Kenya Nutritionists and Dieticians Institute. Effective in written and verbal communication in English
Experience in conducting health and nutrition surveys using SQUEAC, Lot Quality Assurance Survey (LQAS), Open Data Kit or ENA-SMART methodologies is an added advantage.
Demonstrated experience of working with Ministries of Health, Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Agriculture and other structures at county and national levels and networking with other partners.

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October 29, 2024
Business Analyst III

Business Analysts must have a solid understanding of the client’s existing business processes, the key drivers and measures of success for the business, and the short- and long-term direction of the business and related technologies. They must have a working knowledge of the business area that they support and should be equally aligned with the IT department. Strong analytical, interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills are also required.
Responsibilities
PLANNING:

Conducts data gathering and analysis to understand business strategy and direction. Participates in short- and long-term planning sessions with clients to improve business processes.
Develops business cases.

LIAISON:

Serves as the link between the business, third party vendors and the IT technical team.

BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:

Assesses client needs utilizing a structured requirements process (gathering, analyzing, documenting, and managing changes) to prioritize immediate business needs and recommends options, risks and cost vs. benefits. Develops, writes, and communicates business requirements and functional specifications for the design and implementation of business solutions.
Analyzes customer’s operations to understand their strengths and weaknesses to determine opportunities for improvements.

BUSINESS PROCESS:

Analyzes and recommends improvements to business processes and models. Assists with prioritizing business process improvements.
Documents current business processes and models.

FEASIBILITY:

Provides factual content to feasibility study for standard development projects and enhancements. Assists with drafting of proposals for evaluation by appropriate users and managers.
Develops and assists in the presentation of business cases.

TESTING:

Reviews test plans and monitors testing process to ensure that business results are adequately tested with minimal risk.
Develops user test cases and validates test results during user acceptance testing.

Required Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.
Requires in-depth knowledge of Azure DevOps and Office 365 (Planner, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint)
Typically requires 5-6 years of relevant technical and business work experience. Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, as necessary.
Experience working with cross-cultural teams.
Effective in written and verbal communication in English

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October 29, 2024
Program Coordinator – Household Economic Strengthening

Duties and Responsibilities
Project Coordination, implementation and technical guidance

Work with Local Implementing Partners (LIPs) to provide effective field level coordination and technical support in designing, planning and implementation of the House hold Economic Strengthening (HES) project objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Work with LIPs and county teams to enhance access to income, assets and health insurance for OVC, AGYW and their households
Coordinate with LIP HES staff and County teams to conduct household vulnerability assessments and develop and implement accurate household case management plans informed by their individual vulnerability status
Coordinate the implementation of graduation, exit, and transition approaches and strategies for successful graduation of OVC households
Design evidence-based household economic strengthening approaches to empower OVC, AGYW and their households
Work with LIPs and county agriculture, youth and trade departments to promote contextualized agricultural production, youth employability programmes and technologies for food security nutrition enhancement and increased individual and household incomes
Partner with LIPs and beneficiary HHs & agriculture departments to select and scale-up promising value chain partnership approaches.
Coordinate the LIPs and key government departments to register economic empowerment beneficiaries
Link AGYW to social asset building programmes to enhance their access to income generation, employment, business mentorship and resilience
Coordinate training of County Government and LIPs on integrated case management approach and technically support its roll-out
Support LIPs on integration of climate smart production and household economic strengthening interventions as per case plans
Design and coordinate roll out of age-appropriate (9 – to 14 -year olds, 15- to 17 year olds and 18+(YW) year olds) economic empowerment trainings and socio-economic approaches for caregivers
Coordinate capacity building of OVC households on village savings and loaning and other HES interventions
Establish market linkages, pricing information and coordination platforms for OVC, AGYW and their households

Project Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

Work with the MEL unit to develop M&E system relating to the M&E plan ensure outcomes are tracked and reported.
Ensure timely preparation of periodic reports and project documents in line with the donor and world vision standards
Work with the LIPs and key government departments to conduct regular progress monitoring of the beneficiary households.
Support LIPs to prepare timely and quality reports as per donor and WVK standards
Coordinate periodic monitoring visits and meetings with LIPs to review project performance and utilization of project data to prioritize areas for action and improvements
Coordinate and participate in monthly, quarterly and annual program reviews with LIPs and local stakeholders
Ensure that project strategies are informed by evidence and best practices for meeting the needs of OVC households
Support documentation of best practices and successful approaches in relation to economic stability of households to care for and protect OVC
Partner with community level LIPs, village, sub-county and AACs to monitor and enhance accountability among beneficiaries

Advocacy, Networking & partnerships

Formalize partnerships with the key government departments through MoUs to promote collaboration and close working relationships
Mobilize communities and local stakeholders to advocate, engage and mobilize increased allocation and investment into OVC households’ resilience building
Work with respective County Governments to leverage existing private partners to provide agriculture-based financial services
Facilitate linkages for the uptake of green business or jobs for AGYW and youth (organic agriculture, renewable energies, recycling businesses, such as solid waste management, eco-tourism).
Represent the project in county and sub county technical working groups, advocacy working groups, key national and county forums and events.

Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge

Minimum 6 years of experience Four (4) years of which must be in USAID OVC Household Economic Strengthening programming
Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Agriculture/Agricultural Economics/Agribusiness/Agricultural Extension or a similar field from a recognized university
Proven experience in local value chain development, climate smart agriculture and household economic development
Must have a good understanding of USAID OVC and DREAMS programming, policies and guidelines
Good understanding and experience of household case management and graduation approaches
Experience in coordinating multi-agency programs and consortium/network development
Highly flexible and organized, able to coordinate government and private sector players for effective support and implementation of program interventions
He /she must have ample experience in capacity building, training and coordination
Experience in working with partnerships, including county governments, civil society, donors and local community’s structures;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report-writing and formal communication and presentation skills;
Excellent computer skill
A postgraduate training in project management, monitoring & evaluation, statistics, Economics or related field will be an added advantage.

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October 29, 2024