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Finance Officer

Reports to: Grants Accountant
Direct Reports: None
Liaises with:

Internally – Programmes and Programmes Support Unit
Externally – Partner, Government Agencies, Auditors etc.

Contract Details:

Six (6) Months Fixed Term Contract
Starting Salary of the Pay Grade – Kes 96,308
Group Medical Cover (Principal)
Group Life Cover
Group Personal Accident Cover

Job Summary:
The incumbent will ensure effective and efficient financial and accounting to the emergency response by ensuring that payments are made to identified & intended beneficiaries & payees in a timely and compliant manner. S/he will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy & completeness of payment documentation, making payments, reporting and filing as per Concern’s policy & procedures
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Emergency Response Roles:

Liaising with the Emergency Response Team in the field to ensure that Supplies Requests (SRs) are raised and approved appropriately and in good time
Collating all documentation for payments to beneficiaries including ensuring that all necessary payment details, reviews and approvals are available for further review
Thoroughly reviewing the register of beneficiaries to ensure that all beneficiary details, provided by the field teams for payment, are complete, correct and match and to provide feedback for corrections if any
Making timely monthly payments to verified and validated beneficiaries
Generating and submitting monthly reports of successful, pending and or unsuccessful transfers and following up on any pending and or unsuccessful transfers to ensure all transfers are made every month
Together with the emergency response teams, undertake accountability roles including but not limited to making accountability calls to a sample of the beneficiaries every month seven (7) days after transfers are made and to develop and submit brief accountability reports on the beneficiary feedback from those calls

Other Financial Roles

Receiving all mpesa payment requests that have proper back up documentation, coding and descriptions
Uploading Mpesa payments in to the mpesa platform
Ensuring that all are paid within seven (7) days of being received in finance
Recording Mpesa transactions in a daily basis in the prescribed format
Reconciling all mpesa payments against the mpesa statements
Tracking of mpesa balances on a daily basis to ensure there is liquidity as per the costed work plan and as and when needed
Assist in the internal or external audit process
Providing cover in the absence of other team members as appropriate or assisting in the completion of other tasks during periods of heavy workload

Responding to Emergencies:

Participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s Emergency response as and when necessary
Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies
Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies
To adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies
To support and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies to their team, partner organisations and beneficiaries, and be committed to a safe working environment
To contribute to the establishment of preventive measures to reduce the potential for abuse in Concern programme

Job Specification:

A degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting or related field
CPA (K) or ACCA professional certification
At least two (2) years’ experience in a busy finance or accounts in an international NGO that works with and through partners is preferred
Proficient in computer software applications including at least one accounting/financial software, preferably Microsoft Great Plains (MGP), Word and Excel
Confidentiality, integrity, accountability and attention to detail
Strong communication, interpersonal, organization and planning skills
Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili

Disclaimer Clause
This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised by the line manager from time to time.

October 26, 2024
Manager – Health and Nutrition Community Health Officer WASH Manager Senior Manager Health and Nutrition

Reports to: Senior Manager – Health and Nutrition (Marsabit)
Direct Reports: Officers Health & Nutrition
Liaises with:
Internally – Other Programmes and PSU
Externally – MoH, Local Partners, UN bodies etc.
Contract Details:

One (1) Year Fixed Term Contract Renewable Subject to Availability of Funds & Performance
Starting Salary of the Pay Grade – Kes 197,077
Group Pension after Confirmation of Appointment
Group Medical Cover (Principal + 2 Dependants)
Group Life Cover
Group Personal Accident Cover

Job Summary:
The incumbent will provide technical leadership and support in the implementation of the health and nutrition programme
Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Health and Nutrition Programme Management
Participate in the assessment and selection of appropriate partners for programme implementation;
Provide organizational and technical support to MoH and local partners in the implementation of High Impact Nutrition Interventions (HINI) and health services;
Liaising closely with the County health management teams (CHMT) and Hospital Management Teams (HMT) to develop joint work plans and ensure MoH ownership and integration into the existing health systems;
Work closely with the CHMT to oversee and review the implementation of County work plans and activities
Support MoH and local partners to strengthen planning, implementation and review of health and nutrition programme activities at the County level
Work with stakeholders at County level to establish health and nutrition complementary interventions while actively promoting inter sectoral linkages and integration with other programmes as necessary
Ensure programme quality through active role in M&E of health and nutrition programme interventions including developing and utilizing context specific M&E tools, using data for decision making, field monitoring and joint support supervision
Monitor the health and nutrition situation in the County including coordination of nutrition surveys, supporting with surveillance and assessments as required
Contribute to the development of programme strategies and new project proposals
Develop and implement county level health and nutrition programme budgets, budget revisions, costed work plans among other financial planning tools as required.
Documentation of the programme process and compiling programme reports including generating lessons learnt and case studies
Represent Concern at Sub County Health and Nutrition meetings and fora and support advocacy initiatives in line with the programme strategy
Programme Support and Management/Head of Field Office Duties
Monitor programme budget and partner grants and account for expenditure through timely financial reporting
Provide coordination to all programme activities by channeling communication and resources to all departments at Sub County level
Represent Concern in relevant meetings and fora at County and Sub County level and supporting advocacy and lobbying initiatives in line with programmes strategy
Responding to Emergencies:
Participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s Emergency response as and when necessary
Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies
Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies
To adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies
To support and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies to their team, partner organisations and beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment.
To contribute to the establishment of preventive measures to reduce the potential for abuse in Concern programme

Job Specification:

A bachelor degree in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, Health, Nursing or related field
At least five (5) years’ experience in health and nutrition programme management in the delivery of High Impact Nutrition Interventions (HINI) and health services; with at least two (2) years’ experience in a supervisory or managerial role
Solid understanding and experience with integrated program approaches
Significant experience/knowledge of MoH systems, particularly at County level and working with and through local partners
Excellent programme planning, monitoring and evaluation, interpersonal and report writing skills
Fluent in both oral and written English and Kiswahili.
Proficient in computer applications
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and supervise new staff members
Proactive problem solver and solutions oriented management style
Although not required, having an understanding of the context, prior experience working and/or living in Turkana is highly desirable

Disclaimer Clause
This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised by the line manager from time to time.

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October 26, 2024
WASH Manager Senior Manager Health and Nutrition Consultancy to Conduct End of Project Evaluation using Outcome Harvesting Methodology

Reports to: Senior Manager – Health and Nutrition
Direct reports: None
Contract Details:
Starting Salary of the Pay Grade – Kes 197,077

One (1) Year Fixed Term Renewable Contract
Medical Cover (Principal + 2 Dependants)
Pension After Confirmation of Appointment
Group Life Assurance Cover
Group Personal Accident Cover

Job Summary:
The incumbent will be responsible for the management, implementation and supervision of the WASH project implemented in Marsabit County and related activities ensuring proper coordination with the other departments to promote integrated approaches. Responsibilities will include coordinating with County and local WASH management and promotion structures, and community mobilization around WASH issues. S/he will work with relevant stakeholders to build local capacity to implement key WASH activities. The manager will work closely with the County Government department of water and department of public health which are crucial partners in the delivery of WASH related services
Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Ensure overall management and implementation of WASH project in all the project sites.
To ensure the overall co-ordination, planning, monitoring and management of the WASH project activities;
Support the development and setting of the strategy and approach for overall WASH interventions at CONCERN
Contribute and/or develop sector project proposals in close collaboration with the Senior Manager Health and Nutrition.
Ensure adherence to government standards, SPHERE standards, programme schedules; plan the activities of the section and ensure effective implementation of the programme schedules;
Conduct necessary needs assessments in Marsabit for development of the WASH Country program strategy.
Prepare appropriate and acceptable designs, develop contract documents including drawings, specifications and bills of quantities for approved project activities;
To coordinate closely with other Concern programmes, relevant local administration and technical Government Departments and other NGOs doing similar activities in the project areas.
Ensure quality of materials and workmanship in the programme activities;
Support and develop the capacity of MoH, MOW and community workers and volunteers;
Liaise with other parts of the team to ensure consistency of messages, communication and practices with the community and beneficiaries;
Represent CONCERN in all Field Coordination and WASH sector meetings and liaise with other organisations working in the area with WASH projects.
Develop and document standards and techniques through demonstration models with the aim of developing water and sanitation facilities that can be provided to beneficiaries cost effectively;
Prepare internal and external/donor quality and timely reports for the project as required.
Participate in project evaluation and contribute to the technical evaluation components of the project.
To contribute to planning and budgeting for future technical phases of the project
To undertake site visits to check work progress and ensure compliance with project design, proper construction standards, health and safety requirements and adherence to schedules. It will be the manager’s responsibility to ensure that all construction works are completed to the high international standards expected by CONCERN and its’ donors.
To develop implementation plans and to ensure these plans and CONCERN policies are used in the project implementation, including budget controls, procedures, activity coding etc.
To compile and evaluate lessons learnt at the completion of the project.
Carry out any other activities as requested by the line manager and Area coordinator.
Ensure timely and proper development of a Procurement Plan for the project inputs.
Ensure supervision, acquisition and hand over of Equipment and materials as and where necessary.
Manage and follow proper procurement procedures
Responding to Emergencies:
Participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s Emergency response as and when necessary
Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies
Concern Code of Conduct and Associated Policies
To adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in Concern’s Code of Conduct and its Associated Policies
To support and promote the standards outlined in the Concern’s Code of Conduct and its Associated Policies to their team, partner organisations and beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
To contribute to the establishment of preventive measures to reduce the potential for exploitation and abuse in Concern programme

Job Specification

A Degree in Water Engineering, Hydrology, Environmental Health or related field
Minimum five (5) years’ similar experience in WASH project design and implementation
Experience working with NGOs working through and with local partners and government systems
Proven competency in sphere standards in closed and open settings
Managerial skills; resourceful and adaptable work approach; creative and proactive approach to problem solving.
Proven initiative in developing new programmes.
Practical construction skills and an interest in low cost and local materials and techniques.
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, analytical and planning skills
Commitment to humanitarian principles, values and ethics

Disclaimer:
This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised by the line manager from time to time.

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October 26, 2024
HR Manager

Reports to: Coordinator – HR and Administration
Direct Reports HR Assistant
Contract Details:

Fixed Term One (1) Year Contract Subject to Availability of Funds and Performance
Starting Salary of the Pay Grade – Kes 197,077
Pension after Confirmation of Appointment
Medical, Life and Accident Covers

Job Summary:
The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of Human Resources. S/he will assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and best practices and support senior managers to ensure continuous development and application of resultant procedures for effective people management
Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Recruitment/Selection/Placement

Advising and updating on job requirements including job requisitions and descriptions for all positions
Preparing and disseminating internal and external job adverts
Longlisting for all job applications
Conducting interviews for job positions Grade 5 and below
Managing effective & efficient induction and orientation of new staff
Preparation and issuance of offers and contracts for staff and casuals

Reward & Benefits Administration

National staff payroll processing including timely processing of all statutory payments
Administration of all national staff benefits (medical, life and accident cover, pension etc.)
Assisting in salary surveys and analysing pay data to inform salary reviews
Policies, Procedures & Best Practices
Ensuring staff are aware of and understand their terms and conditions of service
Advising on & implementing legal requirements & HR policies & procedures
Assisting in the development of new and review of existing policies and procedures

Learning, Training & Development

Assist in identifying and advising on staff learning, training and development needs
Tracking probations and Performance Development Reviews (PDR) completion and compliance with Concern’s policies and procedures
Training, coaching, mentoring and appraising direct reports and all staff as appropriate
Reporting on training and development programs

Staff Relations

Report and advise on staff grievances and complaints
Mediating staff conflict under the leadership of the Line Manager
Facilitating staff social welfare support (attendance and support)

Staff Separation
Monitoring contract expiry dates and advising Line Managers, Department Heads and Budget Holders for further direction and action
Advising on clearance and handover procedures
Processing leavers’ final dues
Ensuring termination of leavers’ benefits with various service providers
Conducting and analyzing exit interviews/debriefs and making recommendations for organizational improvement
Documentation, Reporting and Representation
Assist in developing and implementing the HR/Administration costed work plan
Maintaining & updating information in the HR Management Information System
Processing and tracking Nairobi based expatriates’ visas, permits and passes
Preparing periodic performance and progress reports
Representing Concern & serving in committees/teams/tasks forces as appropriate
Prepare internal and external correspondence as appropriate
Responding to Emergencies:

Participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s Emergency response as and when necessary
Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies
Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies
To adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies
To support and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies to their team, partner organisations and beneficiaries and be committed to providing a safe working environment.
To contribute to the establishment of preventive measures to reduce the potential for abuse and exploitation in Concern’s programme

Job Specification:

A Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Organisation Development or relevant field with
Professional Certification in Human Resource Management
At least five (5) years’ experience in a similar role. International NGO experience is an added advantage
Excellent people management, analytical, problem solving, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an individual capacity and as part of a team and an ability to multi-task
Confidentiality, accountability, integrity and ability to handle sensitive situations
Fluent in both spoken and written English & Kiswahili
Proven competency in the use computer applications

Disclaimer Clause
This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised by the line manager from time to time

October 26, 2024
Education Cluster Mobiliser

Reports to: Senior Officer – Education
Direct Reports: None
Liaises with:

Officer – Community Empowerment
Head Teachers
Teacher Coaches at Education Development Trust (EDT)

Contract Details:

Fixed Term Six (6) Months Contract (Maternity Cover from 1 September 2019)
Medical Cover (Principal Only)
Life Insurance Cover
Personal Accident Cover

Job Summary:
The incumbent will implement education project activities in schools and communities in the assigned clusters
Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Conduct mentorship for girls to improve attendance, learning outcomes and transition for Most Vulnerable Children at school and community level
Implement education programme quarterly workplan at school and community level in Nairobi slums:
Facilitate Child to Child club and CC activities to improve protection and safety for Most Vulnerable Children
Identify project beneficiaries and facilitate flow of goods and services to beneficiaries
Represent Concern in cluster level meetings
Collect project monitoring data
Produce weekly activity updates and identify case studies and change stories for documentation
Participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s Emergency response as and when necessary
Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies
To adhere to, support and promote the standards outlined in Concern’s Code of Conduct and its Associated Policies

Job Specification:

A Diploma in Education or P1 Certificate (Languages or Sciences or Mathematics)
At least one (1) year experience in implementing Primary Education projects
At least one (1) experience in Protection of vulnerable children
Working knowledge of Child to Child technique
Experience in participatory technique, working with school system and emergency context is essential.
Good understanding of cross cutting issues – gender, HIV and AIDS, DRR
Excellent interpersonal, communication and report skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.
Strong data collection skills using Digital Data Gathering
Proficient in the use of computer applications
Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
Willingness and ability to work in Nairobi slums

Disclaimer:
This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised by the line manager from time to time.

October 26, 2024
End of Project Evaluation – Accountable and Inclusive Management of Natural Resources and Livestock Production Systems in Marsabit County

Background and Context
The Accountable and Inclusive Management of Natural Resources and Livestock Production Systems in Marsabit County is a 21-month project implemented between January 2018 and September 2019 by Concern Worldwide funded by DFID’s Deepening Democracy Programme (DDP) under the Climate Change Governance (CCG) thematic area.
Following the passing of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, the development of policies and standards related to animal health, welfare and production, and the regulation of the veterinary profession has remained the role of the national government; while the implementation of legislation governing animal disease surveillance, the prevention and control of animal diseases and breeding, among others, has been devolved to county governments. However, despite pastoralism playing a central role in Marsabit County’s economy, the delayed enactment of policies on livestock production systems – to guide both public and private sector investments – has resulted in the lack of resources in the livestock sector. For instance, Participatory Disease Surveillance (PDS), which is a core early-warning and early-action (EW/EA) system that needs dedicated attention for livestock disease control has been under resourced. Findings from a study conducted by Concern in Marsabit show that the transition to a devolved system of government has posed significant challenges to the implementation of the Draft Veterinary Policy (2015). The understanding of PDS among the County Executives and Chief Officers in charge of livestock sector is lacking. which hinders adequate and informed planning and budgeting This has led to outright livestock losses with adverse impacts on the resilience of pastoralists especially the poor and vulnerable.
It is in this context that the Project ‘’Accountable and Inclusive Management of Natural Resources and Livestock Production Systems in Marsabit County’’ is being implemented. The project seeks to address how to protect and promote pastoralist livestock production by facilitating sustainable management of natural resources and access to affordable and reliable veterinary services. The project also seeks to mobilise community-based institutions (customary and emerging) to engage with the county government in the management of natural resources and veterinary services. In doing so, it is building the capacity of communities to participate in natural resource management, facilitating communities to map natural resources that are critical to their livelihoods, and promoting the recognition of customary natural resource management practices by the county government. Concern Worldwide and the County Government of Marsabit are jointly implementing the Project, specifically, the Departments of Environment, Water and Natural Resources and the Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Livestock Development,.
Project Outcomes and Outputs
Impact: More accountable and inclusive management of natural resources and veterinary services in Marsabit County.
Outcome: Improved citizen engagement in the sustainable management of natural resources and improved veterinary services in Marsabit County.

Output 1: Increase capacity of customary and emerging institutions on sustainable natural use and engagement with county government for recognition and enforcement of indigenous natural use practices.
Output 2: Support coordination and policy development for sustainable natural resource management and veterinary services at the County Level.
Output 3: Learning and adaptation integrated into Programme management.

Evaluation Purpose and Objectives
The purpose of this evaluation is to provide an independent assessment of the project in order to identify and understand extent to which the Concern Project has achieved the expected results. Further the evaluation will focus on identifying relevant lessons learned to inform design and implementation of future Climate Change Governance projects and Concern’s programming. The specific objectives of the evaluation are to:

Examine the logical framework to develop detailed evaluation questions
Identify and describe the outcomes (expected and unexpected) from the project implementation.
Establish the contribution (causal link which is either direct or indirect) of the project to the identified outcomes.
Identify good practices and lessons learnt related to the project operational contexts, actors engaged, strategies applied in the implementation and changes observed.
Establishing what changes occurred and contribution by the project and assess the significance and sustainability of the outcomes
In one sentence/paragraph, state who are the key recipients and users of the evaluation. The key recipients and users of the evaluation are Concern Kenya’s management and programme managers to be able to learn from the programmes’ outcomes; Concern’s partners (county government, civil society) and community level partners to better understand and strengthen their work on natural resource management, livestock production and climate change.

Evaluation Questions
Using an Outcomes Harvesting approach, the evaluation seeks to answer the following evaluation questions. The evaluator will be free to adjust or add to these questions to ensure sufficient data is collected.

To what extent has the Project contributed to improved citizen engagement in the sustainable management of natural resources and improved veterinary services in Marsabit County?
To what extent has the Project contributed to more participatory government processes?
What do the outcomes of the Project imply for how governance in strengthening programs in societies in transition should be designed?
To what extent has the project contributed to DDP Climate Change(CC) indicators (ICF) – of strengthening county CC policies and institutional frameworks, community CC systems; strengthening capacity of citizens and county officials – and ultimately, extent to which the Project has contributed to systemic improvements in planning and decision-making on CC in Marsabit

Scope of the Evaluation
The evaluation will cover all project activities from April 2018 –June 2019 (Implementation phase)
Evaluation Approach and Methodology
This evaluation will use the Outcome Harvesting (OH) evaluation approach. The focus on the Outcome Harvesting evaluation is to interact with various categories of target actors with the aim of establishing how they have acted differently because of the project activities. The evaluator will engage the project team, local partners and target actors in identifying and documenting significant outcomes realized during the project implementation. The evaluation team will clearly describe the outcome-monitoring methodologies and clearly outline how these will used practically during data collection. Throughout the evaluation, the evaluation team will guided by the four standards of evaluation of the American Evaluation Association:

Propriety: Ensure that the evaluation is conducted legally, ethically, and with due regard for the welfare of those involved in the evaluation, as well as those affected by its results.
Utility: Ensure that the evaluation serves the information needs of intended users and be owned by them.
Feasibility: Ensure that the evaluation is realistic, prudent, diplomatic, and frugal.
Accuracy: Ensure that the evaluation reveals and conveys technically adequate information about the features that determine worth or merit of the program being evaluated
The outcomes information will collected through:
Reviewing the project documents including monitoring data on the outputs and outcomes and identify preliminary outcomes
Engaging with “focal points”( project staff and county government officers)
Conducting interviews with project team to expound on the identified outcomes and generate more significant outcomes
Conducting interviews with project team (staff and county government officers) across 10 target wards to further discuss already harvested outcomes and further identify more outcomes. The will visit the 10 wards and hold beneficiary interviews and focus group discussions.
Holding focus group discussions with target beneficiaries at ward level to further generate evidence on the documented outcomes
Holding analysis workshops with project team to make sense of the identified outcomes and sample outcomes to be developed further
Collecting stories of change using the Most Significant Change methodology. Collect at least 1 change story per ward and select 3 Most Significant Change stories that will be part of the final evaluation report.

Evaluation Outputs and Deliverables

An inception report detailing the evaluation methodology, work plan/schedule and draft data collection tools.
Submission of Draft Evaluation Report
Validation Workshop of evaluation findings with project stakeholders after generating the draft evaluation report. The evaluator shall share a short presentation of outcome findings, insights into contribution pathways and feasible recommendations with the project team at least 3 days before the validation workshop.
Final Evaluation report of no more than 20 pages (excluding executive summary, references & annexes).
Most Significant Change Stories: At minimum of 3 – one-page Most Significant Change stories must be part of the annexes.
Other documents/materials such as raw data files, quantitative data files, transcripts of FGDs, photographs taken, outcomes matrix, at least one change story per ward.

Management and Coordination
The consultant will also work closely with Concern’s Manager & Senior Manager Livelihoods, Senior Manager Governance & Advocacy, Area Coordinator – Marsabit, the County Government of Marsabit Departments for Environment, Water and Natural Resources and the Department for Agriculture Fisheries and Livestock Development.
Timeframe
The evaluation will take place between 20th June 2019 and 20th July 2019. The evaluator will submit the first draft of report by 25th July 2019 for review and feedback by the project team, second draft by 5th August 2019. Final report must be submitted by 15th August 2019.
Team Requirements and Qualifications
Concern seeks to engage a consultant or team of consultants with vast knowledge of outcome harvesting approach, climate change governance, natural resource management in arid and semi-arid contexts.

Evaluation Expert
Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Social Sciences or any other relevant field
Demonstrable previous experience in conducting end of project evaluations using outcome harvesting approach
Have vast knowledge on devolved governance, natural resource management in a pastoralist context in the arid and semi-arid areas of northern Kenya
Strong understanding of communities and their interaction with government
Excellent report- writing skills ( Concern will not provide editing services )
Team player and willingness to lead the evaluation with Concern’s Governance Team
Fluency in English, Kiswahili
Climate Change Governance Expert
Master in Environmental Sciences , Natural Resource Management in or any other relevant field
Demonstrable previous experience in conducting end of project evaluations using outcome harvesting approach
Have vast knowledge on devolved governance, natural resource management in a pastoralist context in the arid and semi-arid areas of northern Kenya
Strong understanding of communities and their interaction with government
Excellent report- writing skills ( Concern will not provide editing services )
Team player and willingness to lead the evaluation with Concern’s Governance Team
Fluency in English, Kiswahili

October 26, 2024
Intern – Health and Nutrition

Reports to: Officer – Health and Nutrition
Duty Station: Nairobi
Contract Details:
Three (3) months with a possibility of extension to six (6) months
Monthly Stipend – Kes 20,000
Job Summary:
Concern seeks to improve health and nutrition status, reduce morbidity and mortality of the most vulnerable populations (children under 5 years, adolescents and women of reproductive age) within the informal settlements of Nairobi by strengthening health and nutrition systems at County, sub-county, health facility and community levels.
The incumbent will support the urban health and nutrition team to provide technical leadership, guidance as well as providing hands on support to Ministry of Health (MoH), and community groups to enhance their capacity and skills in the implementation of High Impact Nutrition interventions in Nairobi County
Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Promote ownership and integration of nutrition services into existing medical systems including the development of a concrete plan of action for the programme at the health facilities and community levels
Support in documentation of the project implementation process to generate lessons learnt as well as case studies and consolidating and writing of reports and briefs
Assist in conducting joint support supervision visits with Nairobi Sub – County health management team members and other partners involved in the delivery of nutrition services at Sub-county level
Support the coordination of the implementation of MIYCN activities at the health facilities and at the community levels
Liaising with programme support units in Nairobi to provide logistical and administrative support to the health and nutrition programme
Coordinate implementation of HiNi at community level including growth monitoring and promotion within informal day care centres in Nairobi in liaison with the community health strategy focal persons and Sub – County nutrition officers
Participate in monitoring of project activities through field support visits and joint support supervision
Participate in planning and coordinating nutrition related assessments and surveys
Representing Concern in Health Facility In-charges meetings

Responding to Emergencies:

Participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s Emergency response as and when necessary
Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies
Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies
To adhere to, support and promote to the standards of conduct outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and Associated Policies

Job Specification:

A Bachelor’s degree in Food Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Science, Nutrition/Community Nutrition or related field
Dully registered with the Kenya Nutritionists and Dietician’s Institute (KNDI)
Excellent computer literacy (Web, MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili

October 26, 2024
Private Food Manufacturer

PRIVATE FOOD MANUFACTURER FOR THE LISHE POA PROJECT
The private food manufacturer will research, develop, obtain product certification, produce, brand and market a nutritious, ready to eat, affordable and locally appropriate snack and/or food that will meet key nutritional needs of mothers, infants and young children within the urban informal settlements in Nairobi County
BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT
Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 9 envisions the building of a “resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization and fostering innovation.” Specifically, target 9b advocates for “domestic technology development, research and innovation in developing countries,” which includes a focus on fostering an enabling policy environment. Across Africa, including in Kenya, there is a vibrant culture of designers, engineers, and entrepreneurs creating products intended to improve people’s lives. While the forth strategic objective of the Kenya Urban Nutrition Strategy (UNS) focuses on promoting market-based solutions and their pro poor positioning to secure good nutrition and healthy environments for urban populations, the reality is that little progress has been made in the development of infrastructure to allow local manufacture and uptake of low cost, ready to use food snacks in Kenya
Vending of street foods has increased substantially particularly in the lower-income areas and in the industrial area. Street food provide 17 ± 38% of the recommended daily energy intake of the adult population. Moreover, diets fed to the children 6-23.9 months within the informal settlements of Nairobi do not meet the nutrient density requirements especially iron, zinc, iron, vitamin A & C and proteins. Street foods are known to have negative impact to the health of people across the life cycle. Some of the negative effects of street food include; undernutrition due to inadequate intake of both macro and micronutrients, increased risks to disease outbreaks such as Typhoid fever, dysentery, cholera etc. and increased risk of Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as obesity, diabetes and hypertension due to consumption of fatty and oily foods. Meeting the needs of these populations, in light of the various contextual challenges addressed above, requires innovative solutions that work for long-term change. To address these challenges, the Korea International Agency (KOICA) will fund Concern to implement a five years (starting August 2018) innovative project that aims to meet the significant market need for affordable, nutritious food solutions for young children and pregnant and lactating mothers. Concern in partnership with the Ministry of health and Nairobi County department of health will collaborate with other state agencies as well as a diverse range of local partners and stakeholders such as private food manufacturer, academic and research institution, Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and UNICEF, to develop and nurture innovation platforms that design, prototype and produce a ready to eat nutritious product that will be promoted for use within in the slums of Nairobi. The product will be made ready to eat, affordable, safely packaged and proper food hygiene will be ensured.
METHODOLOGY AND APPROACH
The food manufacturer, in collaboration with key stakeholders within the project, is expected to undertake the following;
Product Development

Conceptualization of the product through hackathons. The hackathons may include participants from: raw material suppliers, researchers from academia, consumers of the product, MOH, KEBs etc. Lishe Poa project will support the manufacturer in organizing meetings and forums for product conceptualization.
Development of prototypes/ samples of the snacks and internal snack assessments. The project will support the manufacturer in order to achieve this objective. Support may be in terms of raw materials acquisition, technical support, and support for nutritional information testing, etc.
Testing market viability for food snack prototype(s)/samples through consumer focus groups to determine acceptability & brand recognition. Modification of the product/snack until it meets its desired purpose. The project will provide support in for this process.
Certification of the product; Necessary financial and technical support will be provided by the project.

Production of the Snack
The nature support provided to the manufacturer is expected to help the manufacturer sustainably and safely produce the snack even after the life the project comes to an end. This support may include financial and technical support for production line enhancement, training of production staff, acquisition of initial raw materials etc.
Marketing and Sales of the Product
The project will help the manufacturer in demand creation for the product. This may be in form of support for branding, consumer education, advertisements, creating engagements with local vendors and community health workers as possible channels of product promotion and distribution.
All submissions od expressions of interest must include details on the specific methodology and approach to be taken and any other proposed methodologies and approaches that would also add value to this assignment.
OUTPUTS AND DELIVERABLES

A nutritious ready to eat product/s (snack and/or food) that is affordable, safe and appropriate to meet the nutritional requirements of mothers (pregnant and lactating), infants and children under 5 years living in informal settlements within Nairobi.
A sustainable business model which enhances consumption of the developed nutritious snack and/or food among mothers, infants and children under 5 years. In this model, the product should be well known, nutritionally appreciated, easily accessible and affordable to the target population. The distribution channel should have a way of incorporating community health volunteer as product promoters. The local manufacturer should also be making appropriate returns from the sale of the developed product.

COMPANY PROFILE
The company must be registered and have manufacturing operations in Kenya with proven; capacity and infrastructure to hygienically, safely and cost-effectively develop, produce, brand and market nutritious food products and; competency & commitment to quality & accountability (must have HACCP plan for existing products) and a current business model geared towards social impact and social entrepreneurship

October 26, 2024
Base Manager Marsabit Senior Officer Logistics

Reports to: Area Coordinator Marsabit for day-to-day operational matters and technically to the Logistics Coordinator based in Nairobi
Direct Reports: Senior Officer(s) – Logistics and Officer – Finance and Administration
Contract Details:

Starting Salary of the Pay Grade – Kes 291,637
One (1) Year Fixed Term Renewable Contract
Medical Cover (Principal + 2 Dependants)
Pension After Confirmation of Appointment
Group Life Assurance Cover
Group Personal Accident Cover

Job Summary:
To provide day to day support to the implementation of the programme by ensuring that the systems (Logistics, Administration, HR and finance) are responsive to the needs of the programme. S/he will enhance managerial and planning skills of Concern the Systems Team and develop an efficient and effective programme support systems that meet the guidelines, policies and procedures of Concern. S/he will lead the continuous improvement of the systems that are in place and amend as necessary and will support programme coordination and provides effective and timely support to all programmes.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Logistics, Finance and Administration:

With support from the Area Coordinator, to ensure that the Unity programme and office implements and maintains standard Concern systems and best practice for logistics, administration, finance and HR functions;
To liaise with the Nairobi office to ensure efficient and timely systems support and collaboration necessary to implement the programme
Develop accurate transport and administration budgets for donor proposals and as part of Concern’s annual budget processes
Manage transport and administration expenditure and budgets
Oversee finance function to ensure that all spending is in line with Concern financial procedures and Donor requirements
In collaboration with programme managers, ensure that cash forecast and cash request is submitted on time to ensure timely transfer of funds.
Oversee the fleet management function to ensure transport procedures are followed in relation to transport reports, movement planning and vehicle servicing
Oversee the management of the Logistics function to ensure Concern’s assets are correctly managed; adherence to donations-in-kind paperwork procedure; efficient management of Concern warehouses and stores
Advise on distributions of relief items to beneficiaries and ensure that they are in line with Sphere standards and donor requirements
Oversee the on-going maintenance and running of Concern premises in Marsabit and other field bases in in the county (office, residence and stores) ensuring that adequate supplies, staffing and support systems are in place.
Oversee the compilation and submission of monthly and quarterly logistics reports to the concerned office;
Participate in interagency logistics meetings as applicable and provide timely reports to the Area Coordinator.

Procurement Management

In collaboration with Logistics Coordinator, development and implementation of supply policies and procedures as per the Concern Worldwide procurement manual
Work with the programme teams and the Area Coordinator to develop realistic annual procurement plans and ensure that these are maintained, adhered to, and regularly updated
Preparing supply framework agreement with identified suppliers
Assist in developing an efficient and effective supply chain with the aim of reducing operational cost and keep database of suppliers and prices of frequently needed goods and services
Ensure all Concern staff are trained in order-planning and are aware of the procurement procedures and inform staff about each revision

Human Resources Management

Provide management oversight to the programme’s Logistics, finance and Admin/HR staff;
Provide training to relevant staff on Concern’s logistics systems and ensure standards of transparency and accountability are in line with Concern policy and donor requirements. In particular work closely with logistics staff to build their capacities
Assist with planning and identification of staffing needs
Advise on career planning of systems staff
Ensure that the Performance Development Reviews of base staff is done in a timely and proper manner.
Advise on and monitor the implementation of Concern’s HR policy and procedures at field level
Assist in recruitments (as required), train and develop national systems staff (logistics, HR, admin etc.)
Ensure staff records of staff in Marsabit are up to date, and regular staffing updates are provided to the Human Resource Coordinator and Country Director in Nairobi, advising on replacement needs, extensions, terminations, holidays, R & R, etc.

Communications and IT Systems Support:

In liaison with and support of the IT officer, ensure that computer and communication needs of the staff are met and that relevant operating protocols are adhered to;
Ensure that all communications equipment is operational, used in line with communication policies and that requisite training is provided to staff on usage protocols.
In conjunction with the IT officer and programme management staff, ensure the training of all relevant programme staff in the use and maintenance of communications and IT equipment.
Assess maintenance requirements of communication equipment and provide recommendations; assist in the development of communication guidelines for the country program

Security Management

Performing security management tasks as delegated by the Country Director
Ensure that relevant standard operation procedures (SOP’s) are up to date and adhered to
Ensure all staff and visitors are briefed on the SMP and SOPs and are fully aware of their duties and responsibilities related to security.
Ensure that residences, offices and vehicles have a list of goods and equipment required in case of emergency;
Update emergency and medical contact list on a regular basis and take part in security coordination meetings
Safety & security incident reporting in Marsabit County and furnishing the Area Coordinator and Country Director with the same

Responding to Emergencies:

Participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s Emergency response as and when necessary
Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies
Programme Participant Protection Policy
To adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct.
To support and promote the standards outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct to their team, partner organisations and beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment.
To contribute to the establishment of preventive measures to reduce the potential for abuse in Concern programme (as per P4 section 6).

Job Specification:

A Degree in Logistics, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Management or relevant field
Relevant professional certification in supply chain management, business administration or relevant field and security training
At least seven (7) years’ experience with at least two (2) years supervisory/managerial experience in a similar role. Experience in implementing programme support systems and in emergency response programming including setting up emergency logistics operations.
Some programme experience to understand and prioritize programme needs and effectively support programmes or familiarity with humanitarian law and principles of humanitarian action (international code of conduct and humanitarian charter, Sphere Guidelines and the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS).
Experience of working in insecure environments and knowledge of security management systems and approaches for NGO’s.
Experience in people management and development including coaching, mentoring and training.
Knowledge of operational/business support systems and proficient in the use of computer applications with experience in the following areas: electricity, ICT, supply, communication HF and VHF communication system
Excellent interpersonal, communication, planning, organizational, team, networking and negotiation skills
Ability to work under pressure
Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili. Fluency in the local language is an added advantage.
Possessing a driver’s license is an added advantage

Disclaimer Clause
This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised by the line manager from time to time

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October 26, 2024
Officer Health and Nutition

Reports to: Manager – Health and Nutrition, Tana River
Direct Reports: None
Job Location: Bura, TanaRiver
Contract Details:

One (1) Year Fixed Term Contract Renewable Subject to Availability of Funds & Performance
Starting Salary of the Pay Grade – Kes 99,197
Group Pension after Confirmation of Appointment
Group Medical Cover (Principal + 2 Dependants)
Group Life Cover

Group Personal Accident Cover
Job Summary:
The incumbent will provide technical guidance as well as hands on support to the Sub County Health Management Team to strengthen their capacity and skills in the implementation of High Impact Nutrition interventions (HINI) through the integrated health systems strengthening approach and work with community groups to build their resilience and strengthen their knowledge and capacity in health and nutrition services and appropriate care taking
Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide technical support to MoH on delivery of High Impact Nutrition intervention components at health facilities and when need be outreach sites;
Assist the Project Manager to provide technical support to partners in the implementation of the project.
Work with partners to implement work plans as agreed;
In partnership with the Sub-County Health Management Team (SCHMT) including the Sub County Medical Officer in charge of health (SCMOH), Sub County Public Health Nurse, Sub-County Nutrition Coordinator, Public Health Officers and the hospital nutritionist develop and implement monthly work plans for the Sub-county;
Liaise closely with MoH at County and Sub-County level to promote ownership and integration of nutrition services into existing medical systems including the development of a concrete plan of action for the programme at the health facilities;
Ensure programme quality control through implementation of monthly and quarterly M&E;
Work closely with the Project Manager in monitoring the nutrition situation in Concern areas of work;
While working with the hospital nutritionist and the SCNO, support the rural health facilities to establish referral systems and create referral links for access to in-patient and other services beneficial to the beneficiaries not provided by the rural health facilities;
Support with operationalizing of community Units and community mobilization activities; plan trainings , routinely engage Community Health Volunteers and Community Health Assistants;
Support with documentation of the programme implementation process to generate lesson learning as well as case studies;
Participate in coordination of and data collection for, KPC, SMART and coverage surveys to assesses the nutrition situation of the target population;
Writing of monthly reports and briefs as well as quarterly reports;
Contribute significantly to the development of regular donor reports;
Attend and adequately represent Concern in Sub-county meetings/fora e.g. Sub-county Steering Group(SCSG), Sub-county Nutrition Coordination meeting among others as may be required;
Together with MOH and other partners involved in delivery of nutrition services in the Sub-County, conduct joint support supervision visits;
Oversee and coordinate the implementation of MIYCN activities at the health facilities and at the community;
Work closely with the UNICEF and WFP contact staff to ensure that all health facilities have adequate supplies of therapeutic commodities at all time;
Liaising with Logistics, IT, Transport, Finance and HR departments in Nairobi to provide logistical and administrative support to the program.
Participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s emergency response as and when necessary and comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies
Adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies

Job Description:

A degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or in Nursing with solid experience/background in Nutrition. Strong clinical competence and knowledge of maternal and child health will be added advantage.
At least two (2) years’ experience in Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition programming in both a development and emergency context.
An understanding of the context, prior experience working and/or living in Tana River is highly desirable
Experience working with and through local partners in ASAL contexts
Experience and knowledge of MOH systems, particularly at County level.
Good understanding of cross cutting issues- gender, HIV and AIDS, DRR, etc. and how to integrate them into public health and nutrition programmes.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and report writing skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.
Proficient in Computer applications
Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili. Fluency in local language/s skills is an added advantage.

Disclaimer:
This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised by the line manager from time to time.

October 26, 2024