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Research, Analysis, and Learning Director

Position Overview: The Research Analysis, and Learning Director (RAL) will be responsible for TIS3’s monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) approach, incorporating collaboration, learning, and adapting (CLA) into all program, operations and networking work, research and analysis. In consultation with USAID COR and COP, the RAL will be overseeing the research and analysis approaches and products of the project. In particular, the RAL will ensure TIS3 continually learns from all activities and will institutionalize a learning agenda with robust feedback loops throughout the activity cycle to ensure the program takes advantage of all successes and failures and uses strategically timed pause and reflect sessions to capitalize on windows of opportunity for activity, cluster, and program learning. The RAL advises and assists in the design, development, and oversight TIS3 research activities. This position requires utmost tact and sensitivity as the products are often sensitive in terms of the conflict dynamics and analysis of partner Somali organizations and/or individuals. The RAL is a key personnel position and is required to spend up to 50% of their time in Somalia. In short, the RAL Director focuses on the following four key pillars of the RAL portfolio:

Creating a system for iterative program learning through various internal learning processes, (i.e. grant management processes, the learning agenda, as well as the Pause & Reflect sessions), which will strengthen the project’s thought leadership in the sector.
Strengthen the project’s research and analysis capabilities through contributing to ongoing Political Economy Analysis (PEA), a thoughtful research agenda, and translating the evolving trends for programming decisions and vice versa.
Establishing and/or supporting effective Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning systems, including internal and external Data Quality Analysis, through internal project reporting, working with the MEL supplier, and DT Global’s corporate Learning and Innovation (L&I) systems and processes.
Devising an effective mechanism for knowledge management to support the other three pillars as well as link micro-level learning and trends into policy discourse and vice versa.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Contribute to collaborative, learning and adaptive approach throughout the entire project; design program learning plan, ensure that findings from all monitoring, assessment and survey activities are fed back into the project and disseminated to stakeholders and partners for continuous program adjustments.
Provide in-depth and conceptual input to program strategy.
Design, develop and oversee assessment and analytical initiatives as requested in support of the achievement of program goals and objectives and contributing to the analysis of activities and program level impacts.
Responsible for identification, analysis, and synthesis of lessons learned from program implementation and facilitating the incorporation of those lessons into the small grant activity development cycle.
Provide relevant contextual and information to USAID/Somalia, and small grant activity development staff as part of the small grant activity development cycle to ensure activities support program theories and assumptions, assisting in the identification of program opportunities and potential local partners.
Provide timely analysis and reporting support to USAID/Somalia or other USG entities as requested.
Identify opportunities for research and suggests topics to USAID.
Remain apprised of non-USAID research products generated by other donors, implementers, and think-tanks and disseminates them accordingly.
Ensure the timely and relevant dissemination of information, tailoring content to the audiences’ interests, ranks, and relevant utility of information.
Understands the Mission’s expectations and minimize Mission input and edits, ensuring quality timely products are delivered.
Produce thought leadership research pieces based on information gathered from program M&E, learning, and research and analysis activities; both for client based and external consumption.
Oversee and provide quality assurance for short- and long-term research and analysis initiatives requested by USAID, including research contracted out to specialist entities and not necessarily aimed at informing programming.
Remain up-to-date on all USAID directives, regulations and policies relevant Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) and collaborating, learning, and adapting (CLA) and incorporate these policies and technical approaches into the programming cycle.
Collaborate with USAID and program stakeholders to enable effective data usage through participatory, reflective analysis, and learning approaches.
Ensure efficient coordination with grantees, partners, local authorities, UN/INGOs as relevant.
Work closely with MERL team to assure they are trained, coached and provided sufficient tools and resources to use MERL data in management decision-making.
Lead the team in leveraging existing knowledge products in order to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
Facilitate the promotion of program quality minimum standards, including GESI MEL approaches, in particular the collection and analysis of sex, age, and socio-disaggregated data
Oversee the design and development of the project MEL system and tools and support data analysis to promote evidence-based programming.
Ensure high quality and timely submission of all required research and MEL reports, including analysis of data for indicator calculation, summary of learning agenda findings, etc.
Directly manage the MEL Manager.
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Education & Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors’ Degree in international development or another relevant field required, Master’s Degree preferred.
A minimum of six (6) years’ direct experience in Research, Analysis, Monitoring and Evaluation, and/or Learning as to inform programming
Prior experience on USAID-funded programs. Prior experience with OTI-funded projects or projects with a grants component highly preferred.
Experience in developing countries, including in conflict-affected environments; experience in Somalia a plus.
Demonstrated skill with program design, including assessments, proposal development, indicator selection and MEL planning.
Demonstrated skills and experience with facilitating program design processes, results frameworks, theories of change, and overall program logic.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with operational research and analysis methodologies, including quantitative and qualitative methods.
Experience designing and overseeing practical and effective monitoring systems, including in a remote, virtual management context
Strong technical research and writing skills
Strong communication skills; able to work remotely with a geographically dispersed team.
Ability to work on a team as well as independently: demonstrated skills in staff leadership, training, and problem-solving.
Strong cross-cultural skills-ability to work, mentor, and build the capacity of national and international staff.
Innovative problem-solving skills.
Willingness to work 50% of the time in Somalia.
Professional fluency in written and spoken English.

Core Competencies:

TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.

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November 5, 2024
Communications and Research Manager

Position Summary:

The Communications and Research Manager (CRM) is responsible for overseeing the timely submission and drafting of different communications and reporting requirements, as well as discreet research deliverables, such as weekly reports, performance reports, success stories, training reports, social media messaging, and research and analytical reports. The CRM will organize and conduct weekly context/political analysis meetings. The CRM monitors multiple media outlets to keep the program appraised of relevant political and contextual updates. The Communications and Research Manager is expected to coordinate closely with the project senior management and program teams to ensure high-quality reporting on program objectives and political relevance.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage the research and analysis of the political context development in the country both at national and regional levels.
Closely monitoring media outlets including social media handles, analysis key political developments in the country. Use different social listening tools and analysis of the data to extract key findings related to the political and contextual significance.
Prepare presentation materials on critical deliverables and contextual atmospherics, conducting briefing and training for project consultants, clients, and other project stakeholders.
Manage the program s social media handles to disseminate timely program updates, success stories, and highlights.
In consultation with the Chief of Party (COP), Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning Director (MERLD), Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Manager (MELM), and USAID, identify, develop, and facilitate processes to generate, capture and apply the team’s learning to ongoing programing and for future stabilization programing.
Support processes that enable the program team to make more explicit their learning and knowledge generated through activity implementation and activity evaluation.
Draft Program deliverables, including semiannual reports, quarterly reports, weekly reports, success stories and key technical deliverables.
Contribute to program research activities
Oversee management of program activity and communications files, ensuring they are up-to-date, compliant, and complete.
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

At least three years’ working on international development projects overseas of similar scale, scope, and technical focus, with at least one of those years in a fragile state context; experience working on Sudan is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in governance, peacebuilding, conflict management, social sciences, international development, international relations/affairs, business, management, political science, law, or another related field.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with communities, civil society, local government representatives, and other stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience in over seeing programmatic, administrative, and reporting functions, particularly for design and administration of in-kind or other grant activities.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Proactive self-starter with the ability to work effectively as a member of an international team.
Experience developing programmatic reports and press releases.
Strong computer skills, including MS Office and MS Access.
Flexible, creative, and prepared to work against ever-changing deadlines in a demanding work environment.
Fluency in written and oral English and Arabic is required.
Position open to Sudan nationals only.

F emale Candidates are encouraged to apply!
Core Competencies:

TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.

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November 5, 2024
Communications Specialist

Overview:

DT Global is seeking a Communications Specialist/Writer based in Nairobi, Kenya to join our Global Communications team. The Global Communications team supports DT Global’s corporate and project offices across five continents by building and amplifying the company’s stories and messaging. The Communications Specialist will work with the Global Communications team and staff across the company tell DT Global’s story. This position will source, write, and edit marketing content for external and internal communications needs, including website content, social media, newsletters, fact sheets, video scripts, and reports. The Communications Specialist will also provide support in other communications areas, including website support, event logistics, administrative support (invoicing), and other ad hoc needs as requested. We are a small and dynamic team, and candidates should be ready and excited to learn and grow.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Source, write, edit, and upload news content, project pages, staff bios, and other website content for DT Global’s website.
Source and copy edit staff blogs, including querying staff and finding and selecting photos for publication; work with graphic design team to develop images as needed.
Work with Project teams and review project success stories and other materials to find potential stories for publication.
Copy edit and proofread project reports and other project deliverables.
Draft and/or edit a range of internal communications materials (newsletters, emails).
Support Global Communications team to draft marketing fact sheets, including reviewing data and synthesizing it into succinct prose.
Draft social media posts as needed, including reviewing reports or other content to draft posts.
Work with Global Communications team and Project teams to develop internal or external newsletters around general company updates or specific technical topics.
Develop and maintain a tracker of external publications, websites, podcasts, or other venues to place content.
Provide logistical events support as needed for in-house events and webinars.
Support team with website maintenance as needed.
Provide administrative support for Global Communications team, including invoicing and payments activities.

Education & Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors’ degree and relevant college coursework in communications, English, international development or relations, political science, or other relevant fields required.
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience on a communications team or in the international development sector required.
Strong writing and editing skills required, including ability to write in a variety of styles, including journalistic/blog style and report editing.
Ability to edit in American English required, understanding of British English vs American English grammar and spelling required.
Understanding of different styles of editing (substantive, copy editing, proofing) strongly preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills and comfort interviewing staff, particularly across cultural or language differences, is required.
Mastery of Microsoft Office tools required.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.
Demonstrated interest in communications, familiarity with international development or topics related to governance, economic development, environment, or conflict and peacebuilding preferred.
Familiarity with AP and Chicago Styles preferred.
Proficiency in SharePoint and WordPress preferred.

Core Competencies:

TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.

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November 5, 2024
Implementation Specialist

Position Summary:

The Implementation Specialist supports the development, implementation, and closeout of grant activities in accordance with USAID regulations and DT Global policies and procedures. The IM is responsible for ensuring compliance requirements are adhered to throughout the life of each grant activity regarding different elements relevant to program achievement and USAID regulations, including due diligence, grantee vetting, environmental compliance, timely submission of grantee deliverables, and financial oversight. In addition, the IS will ensure that all financial and reporting data is captured and properly maintained.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Support national and regional activities through:

Contributions to budget development, including conducting market surveys, identifying items required for successful implementation, and liaising with the procurement and logistics team to identify all costs.
Support activity implementation, by reviewing expenses against budgets to ensure that all costs are being tracked properly and all items are being purchased as planned; check expenses against activity budgets prior to activity close to ensure that all expenses are properly accounted for.
Aide the Implementation Director in ensuring that all activity documentation is completed, including grant agreements, transfers of title, and activity close out forms.
Contribute to the development of weekly activity notes, and any reports required.

Ensure all items are properly documented and stored in the corresponding activity files.
Regularly update the OTI WBDB with activity status and disbursements.
Document lessons learned to improve the grants management process.
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
Minimum of three years of experience in the management and administration of grants and / or donor-funded projects, such as activity management, financial management, procurement, and / or subcontracting.
Strong management and administrative skills, and demonstrated experience managing grants, preferably both cash and in-kind.
Familiarity with USAID contract and grants management policies and procedures is desirable, but experience with other donors will be accepted.
Ability to work in a professional and cordial manner with fellow staff members, visitors, and partner institutions including international and local NGOs, government entities, support organizations, and the public.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to prioritize multiple work assignments in an extremely fast-paced environment, to meet deadlines, and to exercise good, professional judgment that reflects positively on the program.
Ability to effectively use computer software, including MS Word and Excel.
Spoken and written Fluency in English is required. Arabic language fluency is preferred.
Must have legal authorization to work in Kenya.

Reporting: The Implementation Specialist will report to the Implementation Director.
Core Competencies:

TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.

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November 5, 2024
Jiinue Enterprise Trainer (JET) Technical Assistance Coordinator Regional Coordinator

About The Role

DT Global is seeking expression of interest from qualified candidates for the role of a Jiinue Enterprise Trainer (JET) for the ongoing Jiinue Growth Program (JGP). The Jiinue Enterprise Trainer (JET) will be responsible for planning and coordinating capacity building activities to targeted youth and women micro-entrepreneurs – through investor readiness, entrepreneurship, life skills, digitization and small business management training, mentorship, and coaching.
The position will entail coverage of an extensive geographical area that may require you to occasionally spend outside your area of residence.

Specific Roles and Responsibilities:

Develop, conduct, and manage the delivery of entrepreneurship and life skills training and mentorship in assigned county or region.
Conduct training need assessments,
Adopt curriculum, prepare lessons and session plans for training to fit target audience.
Mobilize, identify, select, and enroll potential trainees.
Plan, support, coordinate and deliver training activities.
Conduct demand driven mentorship and coaching sessions of entrepreneurs.
Plan mentorship activities for entrepreneurs and monitoring/ reviewing the progress of trainees/Mentees.
Ensure that expected capacity building activities are met, i.e., training, mentorship, and coaching.
Support and participate in continuous evaluation of the capacity building activities in conjunction with the monitoring and evaluation team.
Participate in the development and updating of training materials, curriculum, and tools.
Support and/ or facilitate market, information/ knowledge and financial linkages and business networks formation for the micro and small enterprises.
Ensure proper continuous documentation and dissemination/ reporting of activities throughout the capacity building period such as lesson learnt, successes and challenges.
Awareness creation amongst relevant stakeholders of existing and upcoming capacity building/technical assistance activities.

About You
Selection Criteria:
Qualifications:

University degree preferably in commerce related course; business management or entrepreneurship.
Other professional business-related professional qualifications are an added advantage.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

At least three years of experience working with micro-enterprises and offering advisory/technical assistance/capacity building.
Experience in preparing training curricular and manuals for micro-enterprises.
Training and facilitation skills – International Labor Organization (ILO) Certification or any other global best practice training/mentorship/coaching certification.
Good mastery of English, Swahili and at least one local language in the indicated preferred county of deployment.
Leadership skills.
Team player.
Self-motivated.
Organized with good planning skills.
Passion for youth economic empowerment.

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November 5, 2024
Senior Programme Manager

About The Role

DT Global is seeking expression of interest from qualified candidates for the role of Senior Programme Manager to join our Nairobi office. The Senior Programme Manager will play an integral role in the successful implementation of DT Global programmes in the East Africa Region and liaise with other DT Global offices. The role will be responsible for the effective and efficient management of complex, multi-country, multi-sector, and multi-partner programmes. You will be assigned one or multiple programmes to deliver, cutting across different practice areas, depending on the needs of the business.
The role will also require close coordination with other DT Global Departments, such as finance, compliance, technical teams, and the programmes management team; working with consortium partners and various external stakeholders, and ensuring that workplans, budgets, reports and contracts are completed following DT Global’s processes and procedures and the client’s requirements.

Specific Roles and Responsibilities:
Programme Management

Contribute to the strategic planning and monitoring of programmes, resolving issues and initiating corrective actions as appropriate.
Ensure compliance with the terms of the head contract.
Lead the development and manage work planning process, consolidate workplans and budgets from various programme partners. Report progress made against the workplan both internally and externally to clients as appropriate.
Track programme deliverables, ensuring quality, timeliness and within budget, and in accordance with the agreed scope.
Ensure smooth coordination and excellent relationship management with clients and donors, project partners and subcontractors and other external stakeholders to align technical and operational needs with programmes.
Ensure project documents and deliverables are filed in the relevant databases for accessibility.
Conduct periodic project health checks which include programme risk assessment, mitigation, and escalation of the same to senior management in relation to, but not limited to quality delivery, financial, security, safeguarding etc.
In liaison with the Legal and Compliance Team, support due diligence of consultants and subcontractors.
Organise short term consultant inputs in line with organisational procurement policies and procedures, including preparation of TORs, sourcing, negotiating, drafting contracts, briefing, and managing consultants, liaising with and including HR and Legal and Compliance teams as required.

Financial Management

Contribute to the internal and external financial reporting requirements, consolidate financial reports from partners for submission to the client, manage invoicing from/to clients and partners as appropriate.
Contribute to programme budget management, monitor expenditures and costs against milestones and timesheets.
Provide oversight and quality assurance of financial reports and be able to critically review reports produced by Project Accountants
Support budget and forecast preparations as may be required.
Ensure programme financial management procedures and processes are being followed and identify issues quickly and proactively provide solutions.

Business Development

Support the BD teams in the development of specific proposals, including pre-positioning on opportunities as required;
Lead specific bid sections such as recruitment process (identification and recruitment of appropriate long- and short-term personnel, formatting CVs, negotiate inputs and fee rates);
Writing and editing sections of proposals as designated by the lead bid writer;
Carrying out desk research in subject matters that are relevant for the content of proposals;
Contributing to the internal reviews of draft proposals.

About You
Selection Criteria:
Qualifications:

A master’s degree in economics, public policy, international development or related field.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

Minimum of seven (7) years relevant experience in leading large and complex partnerships programmes.
Demonstrated project management skills, including budgeting, planning, and attention to operational detail.
A minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience in international development, with a focus on the private sector and SMEs.
Ability to manage high-level relationships with partner organizations, donors, and external stakeholders.
Attention to detail and advanced writing and presentation skills (clear, precise, creative)
Extremely proactive, able to learn quickly and have a proven track record of delivery in complex and rapidly changing contexts.
Experience of managing large, complex donor-funded programmes that operate in consortium set-ups.
Experience engaging with and managing consortium partners at a senior level as a prime operating across multiple geographies and managing delivery performance.
Experience establishing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders including consortium partners, donors, and governments.
Clear and effective communication skills – both oral and written. Confident engaging with seniors across public and private sector organisations.
Experience of effective oversight and management of partner contractual delivery, financial reporting, and performance.
Sound ICT skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Significant experience of working in international development at a Programme Management level.

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November 2, 2024
Deputy Chief of Party – Operations

The DCOP-O will devise strategies and systems for the effective delivery of the program, including leadership over the procurement, HR, and security advisory capabilities. S/he will lead effective compliance strategies together with the Director of Operations. In addition, the DCOP-O will develop, manage, and oversee the communication portfolio of the project to ensure TIS3’s technical assistance and work is disseminated among stakeholders through proper available mechanisms. The DCOP-O will support the DCOP – Programs (DCOP-P) in the effective and timely implementation of grant activities through functional, compliant and strong systems and its iterative appraisal.
The DCOP-O will also work with the DCOP-P and the Research, Analysis, and Learning (RAL) Director to ensure efficient and effective technical support for activity delivery in Somalia. The DCOP-O will serve as the link between program implementation and operations, by ensuring systems to safeguard program and activity compliance, and effective communications are conducted to inform activity implementation, and learnings are captured throughout the implementation cycle.
Overall technical direction will be provided by the Chief of Party (COP) and the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The DCOP-O must be flexible, pragmatic, and able to think creatively to implement activities in a sustainable, responsive manner. Additionally, the DCOP-O will travel to Somalia and carry out other tasks assigned by the COP, to ensure proper management of the contract.

Location and Reporting: The DCOP-O will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will spend significant time (up to 50%) working in Somalia. This position will report to the COP.
Tasks and Responsibilities:

Together with the Operations Director, oversee the implementation and integration the overall support functions, i.e. procurement, finance, HR, IT and security advisory, for effective delivery of high impact stabilization programs in the field.
Together with the Operations Director, ensure that systems are put in place to enable timely and compliant operational support to program implementation, including oversight of operational expansion into new geographies.
Oversee the completion of annual work plans, quarterly reports, weekly reports, and key technical deliverables together with the rest of the Senior Management Team (SMT) and the respective communication colleagues.
DCOP-O will be the point person to procure sensitive atmospheric research and other vital contracts with the Research and Analysis companies. Together with the Research Analysis & Learning (RAL) Director, manage the development of the knowledge base of the project and facilitate informed decision making for programmatic designs, delivery and/or partnerships.
Together with DCOP-P, devise the field operational systems and frameworks for the current/new areas of operations as the program expands.
Together with the DCOP-P, ensure that activity closeouts are conducted compliantly and in a timely manner, including ensuring all documentation is in place.
Together with the Reporting and Communications Officer (RCO), ensure that the right communication strategy is in place and implemented as per the overall guidance of the DEC and USAID colleagues.
Oversee the development of ad hoc communications materials that assist in capturing lessons learned, enable activity/ donor collaboration, inform stabilization policy, and are customized for USG, USAID, other stabilization donors, and Somali partners as needed.
Together with the RCO, and the overall guidance of the COP, ensure that high quality quarterly and annual reports are developed and timely submitted.
Together with the PMU, ensure that the right reporting needs and requirements of the DEC and other relevant communication compliance aspects are met.
Together with the Operations Director, ensure that regular management and program reviews are conducted, and contractual requirements are adhered to.
Other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.

Education & Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; Master’s degree preferred, but not required.
At least seven (7) years of technical expertise in the areas of local/transitional governance, community security, institution building and stabilization.
At least seven (7) years of experience managing USAID/ donor projects of similar scale, scope and technical focus, with at least one of those years in a fragile state context; experience working on Somalia is a plus.
Minimum five (5) years of experience managing projects overseas (either in country or remotely) of similar scale, scope and technical focus in governance, peace-building, or stabilization.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with communities, civil society, local government representatives, and other stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience in overseeing programmatic, administrative, and financial management functions, particularly for design and administration of in-kind or other grant activities.
Previous experience working with government counterparts on complex programs.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Core Competencies:

TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.

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November 2, 2024
Expressions of Interest – KENYA Voucher Systems Expert EoI Kenya – Makerspace Expert EoI Kenya – Personnel Development Advisor EoI Kenya – Entrepreneurship / Business Network Advisor EoI Kenya – Voucher Systems Expert EoI Kenya – Finance and Procurement Expert

About the Role

DT Global is seeking expressions of interest from Voucher Experts to lead the design and oversight voucher system, accreditation of suitable teaching / training facilities in Kenya.

Key Responsibilities:

Advise on the voucher process (including ensuring proper forms are used, outlined procedures are followed, and target beneficiaries have a thorough understanding of the system).
Ensure the voucher system follows KfW’s principles of financial and accountability framework.
Ensure the voucher scheme is developed and implemented in accordance with the KfW and Kenya’s rules, processes, and financial management procedures.
Work with the team such as the MEL unit to integrate all monitoring activities into the vouchers intervention work plan, as well as ensure that the regular monitoring of markets is in place.
Lead in the customization of the service providers’ system (platform, vendor applications and other software integrations).
Conduct random monitoring of beneficiaries registered in the project MIS to ensure compliance with the registration and redemption procedures.
Maintain proper databases of beneficiaries, transactions, and vendors.
Support and monitor activities related to data collection related to the voucher intervention/scheme.

About You
Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Commerce, Business Administration or similar relevant fields.
At least 10 years of experience in financial management.
Proven experience in voucher-based programming with good background in voucher-based transfers.
Relevant experience starting up or implementing voucher-based interventions, preferably electronic. Experience with various cash and voucher modalities, including digital, mobile, card, paper vouchers etc.
Demonstrable program design, monitoring, and evaluation skills, including designing pathways to sustainable impact at scale.
Experience in the introduction of internal controls systems to support cash and vouchers delivery in the areas of financial management, and program delivery.
Significant experience in training, capacity building, and mentoring.
Demonstrable understanding of M&E, beneficiary accountability, and learning
Experience in database management.
Relevant work experience in Kenya.
Relevant work experience with GIZ/KfW – and familiarity with the donor policies.
Proficiency in English, with excellent writing and presentation skills.

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November 2, 2024
GEDSI Expert, OTI Sudan STEP-UP

Tasks and Responsibilities:

GEDSI Analysis (remote) – This will include a desktop review of GEDSI-related challenges for Southern Sudan, specifically utilizing a conflict lens, and a review of existing literature on conflict prevention and peacekeeping and GEDSI. It will also include primary research, interviewing local Sudanese staff and partners with a sample size of 10-20 individuals selected for this research.The primary research will involve the assistance of a local consultant to help coordinate these interviews, provide translation services when necessary, and assist with data collection and analysis.
GEDSI Fundamentals Training – Adapt existing DT Global GEDSI training to Sudanese context, specifically focusing on the unique challenges related to GEDSI in context settings, and work with DT Global HQ to integrate the newly developed DT Global Do No Harm/Safeguarding Toolkit.
Development of a GEDSI integration toolkit to be used by staff focused on integrating GEDSI into activities. The toolkit will be validated by the project team with further refinements, as needed. The consultant will also develop a training on implementation of the GEDSI toolkit for activity integration.

The Toolkit should include guidance on integration of GEDSI in activity design, how-to’s on discussing GEDSI issues with partners and beneficiaries, and MERL approaches to include but not limited to activity-level indicators, program level learning questions, and research questions.

Delivery of the pilot GEDSI Fundamentals Training and Toolkit Training to select STEP-UP staff and partners in Nairobi.
Revisions of both trainings and the toolkit based on STEP-UP staff feedback and delivery of final versions.
Prior to the end of the activity, participate in an out brief with STEP-UP staff, USAID/OTI and members of the USAID/OTI gender working group.

Deliverables:

Written assessment of GEDSI challenges currently facing southern Sudan (no more than 20 pages)
GESDI Fundamentals training (1/2 day – 1 day training)
GEDSI Integration Toolkit for integrating GEDSI approaches into activities.
GEDSI Integration Toolkit Training (1/2 day training)
Out brief to Sudan 2 Senior and Local Management teams on GEDSI opportunities and challenges, including suggestions for how to carry GEDSI training and best practices forward
Out brief to USAID/OTI Program team and USAID/OTI gender working group.

Education & Minimum Qualifications:

Advanced degree in relevant topics;
A minimum of five years demonstrated relevant experience working on GEDSI issues, specifically designing GEDSI strategies and trainings. Experience in conflict settings a plus;
Familiarity with USAID/OTI activity cycle and programming;
Strong writing, analysis, and interpersonal skills are required;
Fluent English language skills required. Arabic proficiency preferred but not required.
Basic computer literacy is required, including familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), email, etc.
Ability to travel to Nairobi, Kenya
S/he will also be willing and able to travel to Nairobi, Kenya as well as Port Sudan, Blue Nile and/or Greater Kordofan (travel to Sudan is based on security situation at time of training).

Core Competencies:

TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.

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lde.tbe.taleo.net

November 2, 2024
Program Manager – Conflict Prevention, Stabilization, and Transition

The Program Manager will support management of client contracts, project field operations, and will assist with coordinating home office project management activities. They will also support overall operational, contractual, and financial management of the program and management of field office operational staff. The Program Manager may be asked to complete field-based assignments focused on implementation of small grants portfolio, grants compliance, start-up, close-out, and necessary operational functions. The Program Manager will also play a significant role in business development from capture through live phases, including information gathering, technical approach, and partnering. This position will report to the Director and will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Tasks and Responsibilities:
Project Delivery and Technical Excellence

Responsible for day-to-day project management from award through closeout, including contractual compliance, financial management, and oversight of project personnel and subcontractors.
Serve as back-up support for the Director or designee pertaining to PMU operational matters.
Manage one or multiple donor-funded projects and oversees day-to-day implementation to ensure their successful completion within budget and scheduled time frame, from award through closeout.
Serve as a DT Global home office representative to USG clients throughout the project life cycle as needed, including startup and closeout meetings; regular correspondence regarding implementation progress; as-needed problem solving; and delivering presentations on the project to a variety of actors.
Manage resources supporting assigned projects to foster collaboration of technical and program management experts
Support project start-ups and closeouts as needed, including regularly traveling to the field to support project initiatives and backfill project leadership, as necessary.
Monitor consultant and subcontractor performance.
In conjunction with the contract’s representative, take accountability for project processes including contractual quality assurance and compliance.
Ensure that technical work plans are executed.
Work with Senior Program Manager to ensure project financial management and compliance, including overseeing accruals, pipelines, and cost-to-complete reports prepared for both DT Global and clients.
Monitor project budgets, approves budget modifications, and ensure budgets are correct.
Support PMU’s efforts to ensure financial goals are met.
Conduct short-term field-based assignments based on project need, inclusive of, but not limited to: recruits, operational start-up/close-out, operations team coverage, grants start-up/close-out, grants implementation, grants compliance, project leadership roles.

Business Development

Support business development efforts from capture phase through live solicitation, which includes participating in pipeline discussions to determine bids to pursue.
Support proposal development, including technical approach, staffing, and partnering strategies and negotiations, and decisions on information gathering trips, and oversee cost development.
Participate in scoping and information gathering trips for anticipated and live proposals and guide staff and consultants supporting research efforts.

Leadership and Staff Management

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff
Set objectives and tasks for direct reports that provide growth and development
Evaluate individual performance based on fair criteria, provide regular and timely feedback to employees, acknowledging success and areas of improvement.
Explain systems and procedures relating to the job to others, including new colleagues.
Provide training and ensure new staff are properly prepared for the job they were hired to do.
Set an example as a leader by holding yourself and others accountable, communicating professionally, being a team player, supporting the development of junior staff, and embodying DT Global’s values daily.

Learning and Innovation

Proactively engage in self-driven professional development and growth activities.
Contribute to DT Global’s learning agenda; and,
Proactively incorporate learning best practices into all aspects of work.

Education and Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in related field, including International Relations, Political Science, Government, Business, International Development, or a relevant combination of education and work experience required.
A minimum of 4-7 years direct USAID project management and support experience, with a minimum of two years of experience working on USAID/OTI programs responsible for overseeing project implementation and business development initiatives. Applications without the required USAID/OTI experience will not be considered
Substantial experience in managing international donor projects and extensive knowledge of donor regulations and policies (including AIDAR and FAR), especially as they relate to contracting and procurement.
Solid background in managing programs, including complicated budgets.
Proven experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to serve as in-country program manager in the event of a vacancy or absence.
Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to work independently and on a team.
Strong organization and prioritization skills and attention to detail.
Long-term field experience working outside the US, particularly in developing countries, required.
Knowledge of U.S. foreign policy in Africa, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and/or other relevant regions, or,
Ability to travel and work overseas on short term technical assignments up, at times with very short notice.
Fluency in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in international development, international relations, political science, governance, business, or a related field
Experience living and/or working abroad
2 years staff management experience
Experience with project start-ups and/or closedowns preferred
Experience working with multiple donor countries preferred
Fluency in French or Arabic

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lde.tbe.taleo.net

November 2, 2024