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  • Project Officer – Child Protection Senior Program Manager – IMARA Project Coordinator – Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration

    Project Officer – Child Protection Senior Program Manager – IMARA Project Coordinator – Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration

    Reporting to : Cluster Manager
    Grade Level : 12
    Purpose of Position
    Provide technical support and guide the successful implementation of child protection (FGM and child marriage) interventions in the WVUS-funded “The Kenya Big Dream” project being implemented in Samburu County contributing to empowerment of Households to protect, nurture and support girls and boys from all forms of abuse and to improve children wellbeing outcomes
    The Project Officer will ensure the effective and efficient community mobilization, implementation, monitoring and reporting of interventions directly related to awareness on the negative effects of child marriage and FGM, adoption of social norms that prohibit FGM and Child Marriage, integration of Alternative Rites of Passage that is communally accepted and owned, strengthening of local Anti-FGM movements among women, men, girls, boys and youth as well as circumcisers, empowerment of communities to create safe and protective environment for children to thrive and strengthening formal systems for child protection, both National and County level.
     
    Major Responsibilities
    Effective Project Design, Planning and Implementation (35%)

    Facilitate adoption of best practice/approaches/models in the course of the implementation of the child protection and gender integration in The Kenya BIG DREAM project
    Ensure that business processes, standards and guidelines related to child protection initiatives are effectively applied in project implementation and monitoring
    Participate in the preparation of overall work plan and budget for the Kenya BIG DREAM project
    Develop activity plans and budgets for technical support activities related to child protection component of the project.
    Collaborate with relevant ward and County government ministries and partners at the Ward/County and community levels to ensure integration and high level implementation of all child protection activities.
    Support establishment of well-coordinated child protection/Anti FGM collaborative network among key government and nongovernmental institutions
    Ensure quality implementation of child protection interventions in close consultation with the Project Manager.
    Contextualize/adopt design guidelines and ensure utilization at Project/ADP level.
    Ensure compliance to Design, Monitoring & Evaluation(DME) as well as donor guidelines and standards
    In liaison with programs identify local needs and resources and take appropriate programming measures
    Lead in the development of quality project Annual Work Plans, budgets and Detailed Implementation Plan.
    Ensure timely mobilization and effective communication with communities and supervisors during the implementation
    Ensure timely submission of reports and other relevant DME products
    Make technical input into the planning and design of project specific operational researches, including baseline and end line evaluation related to child protection outcomes.
    Work closely with the Project manager and other program staff in identification of existing gaps in child protection, women and girls empowerment
    Ensure adoption of best practice/approaches/models in the course of the implementation of the project
    Work closely with relevant authorities to ensure all child protection interventions deployed in the communities are in alignment with Child Protection Standards.
    Work together with other staff to ensure that key trainings meet the standards required to facilitate, provide knowledge and reinforcement of desired child pro behaviour and practices.
    Participate in the review of DIP/budget and other key implementation tools and initiate innovative approaches that will open new frontiers for child protection in the area of operation.
    Ensure maximum participation of the community, children and partners in planning, implementation and monitoring.

    Quality Assurance – Monitoring, Reporting and Documentation (25%)

    Support M&E role of child protection activities in coordination the DME officer.
    Routine data collection on the project specific output indicators.
    Provide technical support and timely feedback to the Program Manager on Child Protection interventions outlined in the Kenya BIG DREAM project proposal.
    Build capacity of project resource persons and stakeholders (CBOs, community groups, children and youth clubs) on Child protection, women and girls empowerment.
    Identify other opportunities in an ongoing manner that will add value to the overarching goal of the Program.
    Track and prepare monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual progress reports related to key indicators; including documentation of key lessons learnt and successes stories
    Contribute to the development and dissemination of publications for learning.
    Support supply chain by offering all the technical advice on Child Protection and Child Friendly procurements related to the project.

    Enhanced Empowerment & Capacity building (20%)

    Mobilize and sensitize community for empowerment & program sustainability
    Build capacity of communities and partners on models that facilitates adoption of child protection systems.
    Take a lead in building capacity of teachers and child to strengthen prevention and response mechanisms at school level
    Together with partners, conduct Anti FGM and Child Marriage campaigns and open days during the celebration of international days.
    Mobilise, equip and empower the Church, other faith groups and Community based organization to integrate child protection interventions

    Advocacy, Engagement, Networks & Partnerships (10%)

    Gather and provide quality feedback and data to be used to develop technical papers and recommendations on key issues for external engagement with decision makers in respective counties
    Establish and sustain working relationships with Government Departments and Agencies relevant to the Kenya BIG DREAM project focus area at the Ward, Sub County and County levels
    Ensure that Project beneficiaries and partners are kept informed of all the Government laws and policies in respect to the Technical aspects being implemented and any changes to government laws, policies and budgets
    Work with partners and coalitions to engage in advocacy activities with the government structures at the Ward/County level, to address the needs of local communities and inform national level advocacy initiatives
    Ensure effective mobilisation of community groups, youth and children, empowering them to hold their governments to accountable through utilization of advocacy approaches such as Citizen Voice and Action (CVA) and Child Protection Advocacy (CPA)
    Support community groups, youth and children to engage constructively at all levels with duty bearers and service providers to improve access to, and quality of, essential services
    Ensure representation of WV Kenya in key Child protection stakeholder forum/meetings at the Ward, Sub-County and County levels.
    Actively participate and contribute to County level technical working groups to learn, share and inform policies/strategies relevant to Child Protection
    Provide support to community led processes of monitoring public service delivery.

    Resources Acquisition (5%)

    Participate in development of timely and accurate funding proposals in line with donor requirements and WVK standards in collaboration with Project Manager, other sector specialists
    Mobilize the community for community contribution for project interventions
    Support development of technically sound funding concepts/proposals through provision of information & data and review in collaboration with Project Manager and other sector specialists.
    Support successful donor visits.
    Ensuring organizational visibility within the area of operation and beyond

    Others (5%)

    Participate in Trans teams and support other initiatives by partners in the spirit of integration

    Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    A Bachelor’s degree in social sciences such as Social Work, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Community Development, Sociology or their equivalent.
    A minimum of 3 years working experience in GBV/FGM projects at community level with proven leadership experience
    Experience in working with partners including State Department of Gender affairs, Ant FGM Board, Children Department, local organization (CBO, FBO)
    A good understanding of International, Regional and National framework on human rights for women and children such as Convections on the Rights of the Child, Convention for the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women, Africa Charter on the Rights and Welfare of Children, Prohibition of female Genital Mutilation Act, Children Act among others.
    Good understanding of State Department of Gender affairs, Ant FGM Board, Children Department, Child Protection, GBV/FGM programming models, standards and guidelines, Child protection Information Management guidelines and Systems
    Proven track record as a staff and community trainer and capacity builder in Child Protection, GESI, Prevention and Response to Child Abuse/SGBV and other harmful cultural practices.
    Good understanding and working experience of Advocacy Approaches and referral systems.
    Facilitation and training skills capable of building staff and community capacity in child protection as well as a team player.
    Ability to take initiative, a team leader able to work with minimum supervision
    Cross-cultural sensitivity and emotional maturity and ability to incarnate in the community
    Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural and inter-faith contexts.
    Excellent English communication skills (both oral and written).
    Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office or another main email system such as Microsoft Outlook

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  • Regional Project Manager – LCC Project Regional Operations Director, Africa – VisionFund Regional IT Manager – Africa, VisionFund Regional Training Manager – Africa, VisionFund

    Regional Project Manager – LCC Project Regional Operations Director, Africa – VisionFund Regional IT Manager – Africa, VisionFund Regional Training Manager – Africa, VisionFund

    PURPOSE OF POSITION:
    The purpose of the position is to provide leadership in the management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the World Vision US-supported Christian Discipleship (CD)/Spiritual Nurture of Children (SNC)/ Values Formation project in multiple countries. Ensure that all project initiatives have a credible impact on the spirituality of children leading to holistic development of children. See to it that project activities are aimed at nurturing children, their families and mobilizing communities, including churches and faith communities, in all covered areas and contribute to children’s flourishing and experience of God’s love. Ensure that project interventions will ultimately contribute to a sustainable transformational development in project areas.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
    National Office Projects Oversight:

    Ensure sufficient field office capacity for implementation of CD / SNC/ Values Formation projects in collaboration with the Technical Support Office.
    Coach and mentor National Office (NO) Project Managers.
    Engage Operations & Program quality teams to ensure Field Office leadership support.
    Ensure CD / Values Formation / SNC is integrated with other technical projects at field level.
    Collaborate with NO Grant Acquisition Management teams to ensure CD / values formation / SNC is written in the grant proposals.

    Project Management and Donor Engagement:

    Serves as World Vision US (WVUS) main point of contact for project management, reporting and donor engagement related to covered projects.
    Coordinate the development of annual plans and budget with each National Office for submission to WVUS.
    Collaborate with implementing NOs to prepare donor facing reports.
    Work with the finance teams at the NOs to ensure efficient and effective utilization of the resources.
    Supervise staff under him/her.

    CD / SNC / Values Formation Design, Monitoring & Evaluation for greater impact and evidence communication:

    Collaborate with Global Centre/Regional Office/National Office Program quality teams to ensure project indicators are standardized and applied across all Field Office projects.
    Work with WVUS and Global Centre to develop an evidence-based model for CD / values formation / SNC.
    Support NO’s to ensure that project activities and progress are captured in horizon.
    Support and coordinate CD / SNC / values formation related research.
    Coordinate project publications.
    Coordinate the annual CD / SNC / values formation learning forum.
    Ensure that progress and evidence of impact are captured and communicated to donors, partners, and project participants.

    Other Responsibilities:

    Participate in other organizational meetings as required.
    Participate in National offices strategy reviews.
    Demonstrate Christ-centered lifestyle that inspires passion and set high standard of personal integrity/maturity.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

    At least 5 years of experience in development field.
    Spiritual maturity; clear articulation of personal faith in Christ about how their faith informs their life and work. Able to stand above denominational diversities.
    Knowledge and experience with WV operations.
    Knowledge and experience with WV faith and development principles including spiritual nurture of children.
    At least five years of programme management experience.
    Facilitation skills in training or facilitating staff and community level empowerment approaches.
    Experience in design, monitoring and evaluation (DM&E).
    Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment.
    Must be computer literate.
    A good team player.
    Good communication and good inter-personal skills.
    Needs excellent English language skills, both oral and written.
    Understanding of basic accounting.
    Degree in related field desired (A Master’s degree will be an added advantage).

    Work Environment/Travel:

    Office-based with frequent travel to the field.
    30% International travel is required.

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  • Senior Director, Global WASH Operations

    Senior Director, Global WASH Operations

    PURPOSE OF POSITION:
    Water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) are at the heart of child well-being and foundational to World Vision’s mission for all children and their communities to experience life in all its fullness. For more than 35 years, World Vision has been committed to stand in the gap, globally leveraging resources and locally working alongside communities to ensure millions of children around the world have access to clean water, dignified sanitation and healthy hygiene practices.
    WV has recently launched a new Global WASH Business Plan, which outlines its commitment to invest $1 billion over the next five years to extend the impact of its work across 41 countries.
    The Senior Director of WASH provides strategic leadership and direction for the WASH field operations to maximize the WASH contribution to child well-being, the Sustainable Development Goals and to ensure operational performance that meets the sector standards and donor expectations. This position ensures effective partnership with WV field teams, the donors and other partners. The role strengthens WV operational effectiveness and reputation, creates and strengthens strategic partnerships, networking, and innovative approaches and strengthens and mobilizes the community of practice to execute programming that demonstrates evidence of efficiency and impact, enhance global WASH reputation, influence, and thought leadership. The role will report to the WVI Global Sector Lead for WASH and collaborate closely with the WVUS Director of WASH. The role will also work very closely with the Regional WASH Directors (who have a dotted reporting line to this position). The location of this position is continental Africa. The specific location in Africa is negotiable, but should be in a country where WV has an office.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Set Strategic Priorities:

    Develops annual WASH Business Plans with the Regional WASH Directors, Support Offices and National teams.
    Provides thought leadership for WASH both within and outside WV.
    Ensures integration of WV distinctives and ethos in WASH implementation.
    Ensures alignment of WASH programming with global sector approaches and project models.
    Ensures overall compliance with WVI Partnership standards and industry standards.
    Oversees the quality and coverage of WASH programming.
    Champions cross-sector collaboration for integration of WASH with other sectors.
    Provide team leadership and mentoring through the WASH Capacity Building Plan.

    Provide Operational Accountability:

    Ensure accountability of national and regional portfolios to delivery WASH outcomes as defined in Business Plans.
    Ensure donor promises are met or exceeded.
    Measure extent to which resourcing opportunities meet WASH operations needs and impact child well-being.
    Ensure high quality technical support is provided to National Offices on the development of Technical Approach and Technical Programs to address WASH needs.
    Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of WASH programming, learning and sharing for quality improvement.

    External Engagement:

    Actively positions WV as the NGO of choice with potential and key partners, donors and stakeholders through quality WASH programming and evidence of impact.
    Champions WASH campaigns and resource acquisition in the field.
    Participates in high level international and regional meetings, forums and conferences as required.
    Collaborates with Faith and Development actors externally as WV seeks to integrate faith into all its programming.

    Build Capacities:

    Determines the technical capacity needs for field WASH teams.
    Builds capability of the field WASH professionals and community of practice.
    Builds understanding of current footprint and identify opportunities for further growth and impact.
    Promotes a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
    Collaborates with WVI sector leadership to ensure WASH lessons are documented and disseminated.
    Collaborates with WVI sector leadership on the development and implementation of Project Models.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

    Strong experience and proven skills in leading a team of technical professionals.
    Leader with minimum 10 years’ experience designing and leading WASH programming in the developing world.
    In-depth knowledge/expertise in WASH programming including evidence based best practices.
    Strong relational and networking skills, demonstrated ability to supervise teams, and significant experience engaging with donors and fundraisers.

    Preferred:

    Excellent in written reporting and in verbal communication in English.
    Strong experience working with and managing large grant portfolios for foundations, bilateral and multilateral donors.
    Strong experience and proven skills in working effectively across cultures to advance priorities and achieve change, in situations without direct authority.
    Strong experience and proven skills in external engagement that contributes to change in policy and practice and builds WVs reputation as a leader in the industry.
    Strong experience developing strategy and policy in large organization.
    Experience in working with faith, faith actors and faith related issues in development.
    Fluency in a relevant second language (Spanish or French) is desirable.

    Work Environment/Travel:

    The position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 35 % of the time.

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  • Accountant – Global Fund – HIV Turkana

    Accountant – Global Fund – HIV Turkana

    Purpose of Position
    To provide overall finance and accounting services to the Global Fund HIV Grant in Turkana County ensuring sound Financial Practices and adequate internal controls in line with donor requirements and WVK policies Systems and Procedures.
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Minimum 4 years of relevant accounting experience
    Bachelor of Commerce, Economics, Accounting or Finance, Business management/ Administration or related degree
    Fully qualified Accountant – CPA (K).
    Experience working in Global Fund Grant implementation is Mandatory
    Knowledge of Sun system is an added advantage.
    Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision
    Advanced excel and analytical skills

    Responsibilities
    Financial Reporting and Analysis

    Post financial data transactions into the accounting system.
    Consolidate and submit accurate project funding requests for GF HIV
    Ensure timely preparation and review bank reconciliation statements for the project.
    Prepare and consolidate accurate financial analysis for management decision making.
    Prepare Core/Logframe Combined Financial Reports.
    Ensure timely review and recording of Employee Expense Reports.
    Ensure timely review and reconciliation of the balance sheet items.
    Consolidate periodic Cluster compliance reports.

    Planning, Budgeting & Budgetary control

    Prepare accurate GF HIV grant budgets
    Ensure accurate and quality project budgets are uploaded into existing databases and systems.
    Ensure compliance with grant guidelines and other standards
    Participate in proposal writing and grant budget development.
    Conduct financial analysis for management decision making.
    Monitor and timely communicate changes on Project Budget and Actuals System (PBAS) commitment.
    Develop realistic cash flow forecasts in line with the project plans.

    Risk Management

    Ensure Finance and administration risks for the GF HIV grant are identified, recorded in Riskonnect and mitigation measures put in place.
    Provide timely support and coordination to all Finance and Accounting related internal and external audits
    Ensure timely implementation of Finance and Accounts audit recommendations for the project
    Ensure adherence to internal controls and WVK Policies as relates to Finance and Administration are adhered to by all staff in the project and any non-adherences are noted in a timely manner for correction and process improvement
    Ensure timely production and review of monthly report to address any variances in a timely manner.

    Cash Management, Payments and Coordination

    Ensure maintenance of up to date records of cash disbursement.
    Cash flow management to ensure compliance with target low.
    Ensure timely supplier invoice payment and staff disbursements.
    Coordination of all accounting functions in the cluster.
    Provide technical support and leadership to staff within the Cluster.

    Office Administration

    Ensure that the project office is safe for occupation as per OSHA requirements and regulations.
    Coordinate facilities management at the project office by supervising outsourced service providers including security and janitorial services
    Ensure equipment are properly maintained and operated optimally.

    Asset management

    Ensure assets are properly tagged and recorded in the asset register and in Sunsystem within the Cluster.
    Support the Programs in asset acquisition, management and disposal.
    Liaise with the security department and the cluster office driver to ensure motor vehicles are used as per WVK policies.
    Review motor vehicle summary reports from the cluster driver on a monthly basis to ascertain proper usage and efficiency.
    Consolidate and review the Project asset register and share with Cluster Accountant on quarterly basis.
    Ensure accurate information for fleet, real estate and insurance is provided to the RO annually for updating Real Estate and Assets Management (REAM) portal.

    Local partners’ capacity building

    Conduct financial assessment of potential local partners.
    Build financial management capacity of local partners for competence and risk reduction
    Review MOUs and funding agreements to ensure soundness.
    Ensure timely funding of the local partners
    Review financial reports and transactions
    Monitoring the local partners to ensure compliance and for process improvements

    Any other Duty assigned by supervisor or designee

    Perform any other duty as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time
    Participate and contribute in committees and task forces as required.

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  • Fleet Adminstrative Assistant – Support Services Regional Leader – East Africa

    Fleet Adminstrative Assistant – Support Services Regional Leader – East Africa

    Purpose of Position
    To ensure smooth facilitation and transportation of staff and partners and carry out administrative tasks of sorting mails and parcels, recording, distribution and other tasks to ensure efficient administrative support to World Vision Kenya.
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    O Level Certificate or it’s equivalent. Diploma in Business Management or related field from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
    At least five years’ experience administrative work and in driving class A (Motor omni bus), B, C and E or similar classes of vehicles with safe driving record and a valid driving license for the mentioned classes of vehicle.
    Computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office suite
    Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance
    Automobile Association of Kenya competence certification.
    Current Certificate of Police clearance
    Training in automobile engineering is an added advantage
    Training in defensive driving from a recognized institution
    Training in First Aid
    Ability to conduct minor diagnosis and trouble shoot
    Knowledge of transport regulatory acts/Law
    Experience in Nairobi city driving and be conversant with the entire country road network
    Track record demonstrating high integrity, reliable and dependable
    Excellent communication skills
    Ability to work with minimal supervision.

    Responsibilities
    Major Responsibilities
    Administrative Support Services 40%

    Facilitate receipt, recording and distribution of parcels and mails
    Safe guard and filing of all documents generated in the Administration department.
    Support the Administration manager in preparation of documents needed for supplier payments, and forwarding them to Finance for payment.
    Keep vehicle movement log book up to date.
    Support in retrieval of documents during audits
    Prepare monthly and other vehicle reports and file copies of the same after approval.
    Forward all invoices, receipts and fuel returns to fleet management for payment process.
    In case of accident/ incident, notify the fleet office and forward detailed reports and necessary documents for claim processing
    Facilitate delivery of goods from suppliers/ stores to the field offices
    Carry out office errands as directed by the supervisor
    In collaboration with Administration department liaise with service providers to ensure quality services

    Staff & Visitors Facilitation 40%

    Timely facilitation of staff to and from work and to other official duties.
    Ensure courteous facilitation of visitors, partners and donors to the field and other official engagements.
    Ensure safety of staff, vehicle and other road users while on a trip
    Ensure mobilization of all resources necessary for safe and effective staff facilitation
    Work with respective staff to plan and coordinate field facilitation services.

    Vehicle Maintenance and Management 15%

    Ensure vehicle cleanliness all the time.
    Keep vehicle movement log book up to date.
    Check mechanical and operational soundness of the vehicle.
    Ensure that the vehicle allocated to you has all the necessary safety and security equipment.
    Ensure that the vehicle is serviced and maintained as recommended by the manufacturer.
    Check and ensure that all vehicle tools and accessories are in place and in good working condition.
    Undertake minor repairs and recommend for major vehicle repairs.
    Ensure that vehicles are parked in secure areas when travelling
    Keep abreast of traffic laws and ensure adherence.
    Surrender vehicle keys and fuel card to the fleet office at the end of every trip
    Report all vehicle malfunctions to the fleet office.
    Initiate procurement process for all motor vehicle repairs and maintenance.
    Ensure display of insurance certificate sticker in the vehicles allocated to them.
    Facilitate annual government inspection of vehicles allocated to you as may be necessary.

    Others 5%

    Attend and actively participate/lead trans teams, group devotions, chapel and other events.
    Coordinate and participate in roll out and implementation of departmental initiatives
    Participate in committees and taskforces, as assigned
    Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.

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  • Systems Administrator/Analyst Total Rewards Analyst Global Director Of Operations (VisionFund International) Technical Director (Health And Nutrition)

    Systems Administrator/Analyst Total Rewards Analyst Global Director Of Operations (VisionFund International) Technical Director (Health And Nutrition)

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    The Systems Analyst III role supports one or more highly complex or critical business processes/systems and may require design or integration of technical solutions that may cross multiple functions of the business. They serve as a Project team member for projects large in scope and high complexity. Projects may be enterprise wide. Individuals in the Systems Analysis job family are responsible for planning, developing and implementing IT system solutions that improve business efficiency and productivity as well as support business strategies and goals. They identify and communicate business needs and translate business requirements into technical system requirements and functional specifications. Systems Analysts determine if internal or external solutions exist or whether new solutions are feasible. They map process flows and must determine if these solutions impact existing work processes and systems as well as ensure proper integration, testing, and system/user documentation. They are also responsible for providing input surrounding “buy vs. build” decisions for possible IT system solutions.
    Systems Analysts must have a working knowledge of the business area that they support and a strong understanding of the customer’s overall IT architecture is also required in order to understand the issues and implications of proposed system and hardware solutions.
    Systems Analysts must be innovative in identifying, proposing, prototyping, and overseeing the execution of IT system solutions. They require strong analytical, technical and communication technical skills. They must be able to build collaborative relationships and negotiate requirements across multiple groups.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Planning:

    Participates in business short-term and long-term planning sessions to ensure understanding of business goals, direction and business requirements.
    Provides input from an IT systems perspective.
    Develops cost estimates for the planning of new systems/ enhancements for assigned systems.

    Liaison:

    Serves as a liaison between business partners and the IT organization and vendors in coordination with project managers to provide technical solutions that address user needs.

    Technical Requirements/Technical Specifications:

    Translates business requirements into technical requirements.
    Makes recommendations for modifications or technical solution to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
    Formulates and defines system scope and objective based on user needs and understanding of business processes.
    Develops, writes, and communicates systems design, functional system specifications and functional architecture analysis.
    Ensures completeness of technical requirements and functional architecture analysis for the design and implementation of system business solutions.
    Identifies gaps or issues.

    System Improvements:

    May provide technical guidance on the business impact and opportunities.
    Understands and analyzes customer’s systems to understand strengths and weaknesses for the identification of opportunities for improvements.

    Testing:

    Reviews test plans and monitors testing process to ensure that business results are adequately tested with minimal risk.
    May develop user and/or system test cases and validates test results during testing.
    Analyzes testing results to ensure the solution meets the needs of the business.
    Facilitates issue resolution.

    Documentation:

    Documents system modifications.
    Develops system manuals.
    Develops system training materials.
    Develops system enhancement communication.

    Problem Solving:

    Investigates problems and develops recommendations for resolution.
    Gathers data to support recommendations to address problems with appropriate contingency plans.
    Provides technical expertise to resolve issues.

    Customer Satisfaction:

    May work closely with developers and end users to ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction.

    Business Case:

    Conducts feasibility studies and drafts proposals for evaluation by appropriate users and managers.
    May develop business cases.
    Provides input into expenditures based on the size, scope, and cost of hardware and software components.

    Research/Technical Evaluation:

    Keeps abreast of new and emerging technologies.
    May participate in the evaluation, selection and application of new and emerging tools and techniques.
    Analyzes technology trends to determine impact to the achievement of business goals.
    Identifies issues and makes recommendations based on impact of new /emerging technology or modifications to existing systems.

    Service Level Agreements:

    Provides input for the development of SLAs and/or selection of vendors.
    Evaluates performance against SLAs and recommends changes for improvement.
    Develops forecasts for services required from vendors.
    Evaluates vendor performance against SLAs.
    Ensures SLAs are achieved.

    Coaching/Mentoring:

    Directs team members and fosters a team environment.
    Coaches less experienced team members.
    May provide performance feedback.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.
    Requires excellent analytical, technical, interpersonal and communication skills.
    Requires in-depth knowledge of business operations, systems requirements and IT processes.
    Typically requires 5-7 years of relevant technical and work experience.
    Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, as necessary.
    Successful candidate should have experience and knowledge with Service Management Automation X (SMAX) and /or other IT Service Management platforms preferred.
    Experience managing Enterprise Application is required.
    Effective in written and verbal communication in English.

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  • Finance for Transformation Adv., East/Southern Africa Region

    Finance for Transformation Adv., East/Southern Africa Region

    PURPOSE OF POSITION:
    Finance for Transformation (F4T) is VisionFund’s program to offer financial services to saving groups. The flagship product, the saving group linkage loan, follows a methodology, specifically designed to the target groups. This position’s purpose is to support and guide Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs) during the pilot and roll out of this product, focussing on countries in East and Southern Africa. We have already developed standards regarding product process, training materials and various guidance materials.
    The F4T Advisor will use the existing materials to support MFIs to increase their reach of savings groups. This will include capacity building among MFI staff, monitoring of operations both through field visits and through regular monitoring meetings, reports, etc, and developing new partnerships with NGOs.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Support MFIs in the implementation of F4T (Malawi, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia, Ethiopia)

    Capacity building.
    Product pilot development.
    Product roll out support.
    Monitoring of implementation.

    Coordination with World Vision and other NGO

    Sensitisation of WV and other stakeholder of F4T.
    Increase the pipeline of SGs to be linked.
    Increase the number of partners VF works with.

    Provide advice on how training material can be improved. Capacity building

    Network outreach.

    External engagement: Speaking at events, webinars, conferences to share lessons learned

    Contribution to knowledge sharing.
    Documentation and sharing of lessons learned.
    Promote VFI visibility.
    Promote F4T visibility.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

    At least 5 years of professional experience in development work (preferably with saving groups / livelihoods / resilience / gender equality).
    Knowledge of Savings Group methodology.
    Business focused, with ability to improve annual operational plans and advise on product pilots, results analysis and workforce plans.
    Proactive and adaptable, with experience of introducing new products or services.
    Project management experience is required, including financial monitoring and reporting.
    Looking less for a microfinance/finance specialist – we are looking more for a candidate with NGO experience.
    Must be fluent in English.
    Must be able to travel for work in very remote/rural areas.
    Experience of delivering training virtually, as well as in person.
    Must have a proven track record of engaging and influencing leaders externally and internally – e.g. building new partnerships, leading change, introducing new products/services and speaking at events, webinars and conferences.
    University degree in relevant field.

    Preferred:

    Work experience in a Microfinance Institution is an advantage.
    Knowledge of digital platforms for savings groups is an advantage.
    Experience of grant applications or grant monitoring is an advantage.

    Work Environment/Travel:

    Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%.
    Ability to use computer, attend meetings, travel abroad.

    Apply via :

    careers.wvi.org

  • MEAL Grant Officer

    MEAL Grant Officer

    Reporting to: Project Manager
    Grade Level : 13
    Work Location : Illaramatak
    Purpose of Position
    The purpose of this position is to provide technical support in the effective monitoring, evaluation, accountability, learning for timely and quality implementation of the LET’S PLAY AND LEARN PROJECT. He/She will take lead in the design and implementation of a monitoring framework to track delivery against project objectives which is to ensure integration of play in learning through improved skills among teachers, increased access to quality inclusive teaching & learning resources and improved ecosystem that supports learning through play in the identified schools and communities in Matete and Ilaramatak ADP.
    Major Responsibilities
    Technical support in Project Planning and Management 45%

    Take lead in the design and implementation of a monitoring framework to track delivery against the project objectives.
    Developing internal reporting schedules & templates, clarifying what level of information is needed and where, with key responsibilities assigned, and support reviewing proposals, with a particular focus on checking log frames and ensuring indicators are SMART
    Review and update log frames, M&E Plans, Project indicators and periodic targets and detailed implementation plans.
    Support develop clear and implementable work break down structure for respective activities
    Participate in the development of tools and guidelines for data collection, collation and reporting, with a focus on establishing Output and outcome Tracking, systemically checking data for quality, accuracy, and consistency, and providing feedback as necessary;
    Support the development of systems and processes for the implementation of M&E policy and procedure based on WV best practice, developing frameworks to integrate impact assessment and learning and knowledge management into the programme and project cycle;
    Contribute to the design of MEAL methodology and child-focused indicators by the project team, and to the promotion of child participation in M&E planning and accountability.
    Provide MIS content/requirements and feedback to project team and document progress on indicators/achievement of targets (Logical Framework Approach – LFA) using Indicator Tracking Tables (ITT)
    Ensure integration of the grant with the partner’s objectives including WVK Initiatives and Child Well- being outcomes in-line with the WVK Strategic priorities.
    Plan tracking for Project indicators of strategic relevance from secondary and primary data, with partners and communities
    Maintain a tracking spreadsheet for M&E activities and events – baselines, assessments, reviews, evaluations – tracking trends and recommendations, progressing their implementation where appropriate.
    Compile, consolidate and analyze quantitative and qualitative project data and contribute into subsequent reporting through monthly MEAL reports, updates, successes and issues from the MEAL tracking tools.
    Ensure the appropriate use of information management systems in compliance with partnership agreements.
    Ensure that project’s interventions implemented in compliance with the Agakhan, GoK, WVK and other partner’s acceptable standards and norms.

    Technical support in Project Assessment, Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting 30%

    Provide technical guidance in implementing/mainstreaming the project M&E system to the existing M&E system in WVK.
    Provide support in the maintenance of a comprehensive and updated database for the project.
    In collaboration with the Regional DMEAL Coordinator, ensure all project indicators are properly baselined, monitoring and mid or end term evaluation project is done as per the proposal and Detailed Implementation plans (DIP) and that any recommendations are promptly acted upon.
    Take charge of collating and analyzing data and synthesizing information, updating the monitoring matrix and other monitoring tools in place.
    Support quality review of existing project data, information collection methods and the suitability of the existing data for the provision of sound baseline information.
    Ensure that all data and documents (raw data, completed consent forms, reports, etc.) are filed according to internal/project’s document management requirements
    Together with the project team, ensure timely development and dissemination of all required periodic reports and communications resources to all key stakeholders.
    Ensure alignment of all project activities with the stipulated DMEAL standards

    Learning, Documentation & Capacity Development 10%

    Ensure continuous learning and documentation of lessons learnt and best practices for program design, monitoring and evaluation frameworks related to emergency response.
    Coordinate the sharing of learning related to MEAL practices across other agencies and other countries and provide support when internal/external reviews, evaluations, and lessons learned.
    Support the development of project case studies, human interest stories, documentaries and other related materials
    Ensure that lessons learnt and reports are documented (printed, visual) and published for sharing with the donor and other partners and proactively share information and learning with internal and external stakeholders
    Develop capacity building plans and support WV and partners in building their capacity in M&E, development of required formats, key indicators, needs assessments, frameworks for evaluation, qualitative documentation of outcomes and impact of projects.
    Ensure accountability assessments are conducted on a timely basis and capacity of staff built to undertake accountability assessments.

    Networking and Collaboration 10%

    Participate in Interagency Working Group Meetings.
    Coordinate with external stakeholders including, but not limited to, academia, NGOs, Government, and Private Sector in order to advance the learning goal of the project
    Ensure effective community complaints response mechanisms in collaboration with communities and other agencies/partners are developed and functional
    Work together with MOE/TSC for project planning, monitoring, coordination and sharing of evidence to inform policy
    Comply with and promote WV policies including but not limited to Child Safeguarding, Whistle blower and Fraud.
    Ensure that Project interventions are in synergy with other related Programs within the area of coverage for sustainability.

    Others 5%

    Perform any other duty as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time
    Participate and contribute in committees and task forces
    Attend and lead daily devotions.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social sciences, Monitoring and Evaluation or Project management, Statistics or related discipline from a recognized University.
    Certification in M&E and in conducting assessments or equivalent
    Minimum four years’ practical experience in M&E system coordination/ implementation in a large international non-governmental organization or other international relief/development body in the field of education.
    Demonstrate understanding of latest developments, research and trends in the relevant aspects in the field of education.
    Experience in data/statistical programmes e.g. SPSS, Stata etc.
    Experience in Data collection on the Open data kit plat form and other mobile based applications, data analysis and interpretation
    Experience in quality assurance systems, and continuous improvement, with particular emphasis on integration of accountability measures into all aspects of the project cycle;
    Experience in project design, proposal writing, needs assessments, surveys, and information management
    A team player, capable of building staff and community capacity through training.
    Cross-cultural sensitivity and emotional maturity with ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts
    Excellent planning, coordination, analytical and reporting skills.
    Strong interpersonal skills with high professional ethics and integrity

    Apply via :

    careers.wvi.org

  • Partnership Leader – Ministry Integration P&C (HR) Business Partner Response Programmes Director Conflict Sensitivity Advisor DMEAL Coordinator – – Kenya Big Dream Program Talent Acquisition Coordinator Senior Policy Advisor, Economic Justice

    Partnership Leader – Ministry Integration P&C (HR) Business Partner Response Programmes Director Conflict Sensitivity Advisor DMEAL Coordinator – – Kenya Big Dream Program Talent Acquisition Coordinator Senior Policy Advisor, Economic Justice

    PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
    As the Partnership Leader for Ministry Integration, you will significantly contribute to the sustained well-being of the world’s most vulnerable children by helping World Vision maximise impact with every decision and action we take. You will do this by:

    Maximising World Vision (WV)’s global resources and facilitating engagement and collaboration with key internal and external partners.
    Providing programming and policy strategy leadership, guidance and coordination to leverage the impact and engagement of WV’s work internally and externally, optimising our contributions to child well-being.
    Working in close partnership with regional and national offices to identify the greatest needs, support emerging solutions, and build local capacity.
    Applying focused, global sector approaches and core project models that align to Sustainable Development Goals and Our Promise.
    Ensuring alignment to our global strategic initiatives, motivated by WV’s Mission, Vision and Values.

    To be successful, you will need to embrace challenges and change and be willing to lead a cultural transformation – encouraging innovation, experimentation, agility and risk-taking. You will be a creative, thoughtful, and curious leader with an excellent track record of achievement in roles of increasing responsibility. You will work across a diverse set of sectors, bridging a wide range of expertise, with a demonstrated ability to work with agility, efficiency, and diplomacy.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Lead Integration and Innovation:

    Drive towards dramatically better solutions where most needed through a combination of internal innovation and integrating external solutions (from incorporating best practices to acquisitions).
    Steward and advance WV’s focus on the well-being of the world’s most vulnerable children, their families and communities.
    Strengthen WV’s thinking and practice on development and sustainability; Lead context-based ministry and innovation, while exploring new development approaches; Identify and highlight the biggest gaps in achieving WV’s strategic initiatives.
    Provide regular updates to WV’s executive leadership team.

    Planning and Integration:

    Provide strategic oversight and integration of processes, and continuously improve the metrics needed to understand, evaluate, and improve the overall quality, impact, and cost-effectiveness of WV programming. Ensure integration across Transformational Development and Ministry Strategy including Peace building, DME and New partnerships; Sponsorship Operations, Sector Teams and VisionFund.
    Work across programme and sector teams to identify and scale the most impactful, evidence-based solutions with the potential for massive impact. This may be through some combination of advocacy, market-based solutions, and replication.
    Effectively design development and relief programmes that transform communities in need, while understanding how to acquire and integrate resources to support programme design.

    Child Sponsorship:

    Provide oversight to child sponsorship operations to achieve simplicity, quality and contribute to revitalising child sponsorship.
    Identify and scale up field innovative practices.

    Global Grant Acquisition and Management:

    Provide strategic leadership to global grant acquisition and management to go further.
    Lead global grant growth to realise Our Promise.

    Global Sector Leadership:

    Provide global sectoral programme leadership to World Vision entities in a seamless, mutually accountable way with joint ownership.
    Provide strategic leadership, ensuring planning and integration across sector teams: Education, Livelihoods, Health and Nutrition, WASH, Child Protection and Participation, Technical Services Organisation; Work with technical teams, Support Offices and National Offices to develop scaling strategies, business plans, mega-gift pitches, and strategic partnerships.

    Field Support:

    Engage with field-based activities as part of the field facing organisation to fulfil assigned operational mandates.
    Partnering and External Engagement:
    Identify the most effective third-party solutions that align with WV’s strategic initiatives as well as WV’s Mission, Vision and Values; leverage WV’s platform to become a scaling partner of choice.
    Write compelling thought pieces for external publications and WV blogs.
    Participate and represent World Vision in relevant external conferences and forums.
    Connect and maintain relationships with key thought leaders on innovation and impact in global development.
    Promote and generate cooperation and teamwork among internal and external contacts while working to achieve collective outcomes, so that together we can achieve more for children than we could on our own.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    10+ years broad and deep experience in several functions, to include recent field experience, cross-functional management experience and operations leadership.
    Strong strategic thinking and experienced in developing and implementing strategies, operating models and practices.
    A passion for innovation, new ways of delivering aid, collaboration with partners within and outside the humanitarian sector and a commitment to learning and quality in service delivery.
    Experience leading successful, high-impact mission-driven initiatives with progressively increasing responsibilities.
    Experience with innovation approaches including human-centred design, lean experimentation, and designing for scale.
    Ability to perform business planning including setting organizational goals and overseeing competitive analysis.
    Strength in building effective work relationships with both local and dispersed colleagues.
    Expert influencing skills and gets things done.
    Ability to simplify the work.
    Ability to assess needs; gathering and synthesizing relevant information from a variety of sources.
    MBA preferred.
    English language skills required.

    Preferred:

    Experience across both the private sector and social sector strongly preferred. Expertise in global development, humanitarian relief, and/or social entrepreneurship a big plus.

    Work Environment/Travel:

    Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.

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  • Regional Director – People & Culture, East Africa Region World Vision

    Regional Director – People & Culture, East Africa Region World Vision

    World Vision is a Christian humanitarian, development and advocacy organisation devoted to improving the lives of children, families and their communities around the world. Our 34,000+ staff members in nearly 100 countries are united in helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
     
    Through our work, every 60 seconds… a family gets water… a hungry child is fed… a family receives the tools to overcome poverty.
     
    Here’s where you come in:
     
    As the Regional Director – People & Culture, East Africa Region, you will provide strategic leadership to World Vision East Africa Region (EAR) in the area of People & Culture, and Organizational Development by maximizing the potential of World Vision’s (WV) human resources and optimizing organizational performance, sustaining the culture and ensuring alignment to fulfill WV’s strategy.
     
    Reporting to the Senior Director of Operations, and matrix reporting to the Chief People Officer, you will provide leadership in developing leadership capacity, furthering executive development of National Directors (NDs) and senior staff. You also will build strong relationships with Global Center client groups and engage with external networks to collaborate and further build WV’s brand.
    Requirements include:

    Graduate qualification and/or Professional qualification in Human Resource Management, Social Science/Studies, or Organizational Development.
    Broad experience in implementing world-class services in international/global organizations and ideally, in a network setting to diverse, dispersed and dynamic teams.
    A strong track record of strategic human resource management and substantial experience of leading international/regional Human Resources teams and transformational change in business and HR.
    Strong resource, financial, planning, project and process management skills, gained in a complex environment.
    Excellent communication, diplomacy, negotiation, influencing and conflict mediation skills and the ability to apply these across a range of diverse audiences.
    A committed and passionate Christian who will be able to provide spiritual leadership.
    Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
    Travel up to 30% per month when required (regional and international).
    Must be legally authorised to work in Kenya.

    Apply via :

    careers.wvi.org