Jobs Kenya

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  • Research Study Coordinator

    Research Study Coordinator

    About the role:
    This role will be overseeing an OFDA funded nutrition research study beginning March 1, 2018 ending September 30, 2019. It is a new role with unaccompanied terms based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to Somalia, and a salary of Grade 4 €35,981- €39,979
    Concern Worldwide and the Institute for Global Health at University College London, have jointly been awarded a research project to conduct a randomized cluster controlled trial of cash transfers and behavior change communication. The study will investigate the effectiveness of the intervention against risk factors for acute child malnutrition. The trial will be conducted amongst IDP living in the Mogadishu-Afgoye Corridor. The trial was funded by OFDA for a period of 24 months full time and led by Concern Worldwide. The research project may include other sub-contracted partners that will be involved in delivering the technological solutions for behavior change communication.
    This position is under the supervision of Concern’s Programmes Director and the technical guidance of the UCL Principal Investigator (PI) and will directly manage a research field coordinator, a research study intern as well as guide the health and nutrition team on research technicalities as necessary.
    Your purpose:
    Concern is seeking to recruit a Study Coordinator for the research project. This person will work closely with colleagues in Concern and UCL to coordinate and facilitate all aspects of the study including the design and creation of audio messages used for the BCC, trial design, and implementation. In addition, this position will coordinate other health and nutrition funded research for the country programme, and ensures linkages in programming and efficiency in use of resources.
    You will be responsible for:

    Lead the development and finalisation of the OFDA funded project’s detailed study protocol and implementation work plan
    Develop questionnaires and other tools on digital data gathering platforms for all quantitative and qualitative data collection for the study, including cross sectional and /or cohort household/ child/caretaker surveys; regular context and programme monitoring data for the process evaluation.
    Ensure all data protection commitments and protocols are in place and adhered to
    Lead the organisation of the field site activities including:
    Hiring, training, and managing study staff
    Overseeing budget management
    Supervising the collection of process evaluation data.
    Supervising the collection of cross-sectional and/or cohort quantitative study data.
    Supervising the collection of qualitative study data.
    Testing and providing quality assurance of all quantitative data collection and process evaluation data collection using mobile devices and paper, through field observation and appropriate quality control tests.
    Overseeing the downloading of data from the digital data gathering systems and ensure that data are appropriately backed-up.
    Assist with data analysis and paper writing activities that may arise over the course of the study.
    Assist in preparation of monitoring (including budget) reports for the study donor.
    Input into data analysis, reports, and presentations.
    Undertake other activities as per the needs of the trial on the ground and in respect to coordination of other nutrition funded research projects.
    Assist in the development of reports, project concept notes, proposals and budgets as needed
    Represent CWW and UCL at all necessary coordination meetings or events

    Your skills and experience will include:
    Essential

    An MSc degree in epidemiology, public health, nutrition, or a related discipline
    Collection, quality assurance and basic analysis of anthropometric data.
    Professional work in a low-income setting, including managing personnel and budgets
    Working in a nutrition or health research environment
    Ability to manage teams of field staff of varying abilities
    Excellent reasoning and problem solving skills
    Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
    Ability to share skills and knowledge
    Ability to manage and analyse data using statistical programmes
    Use of standard Microsoft Office programmes at a moderate or advanced level.
    Sound knowledge of nutrition and/or food security in low income settings
    Willingness and ability to spend extended periods working in Mogadishu
    Ability to work on own initiative and manage own time, whilst interacting with colleagues
    Ability to handle conflicting priorities and prioritise effectively
    Willingness and ability to learn and develop new skills
    Excellent interpersonal skills, including an ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals from different disciplines, backgrounds and cultures
    Confidence to work collaboratively, flexibly, and effectively with UCL and other partner organisations
    Attention to detail and ability to work to a very high level of accuracy

    Desirable

    A PhD in in epidemiology, public health, nutrition, or a related discipline
    Working within humanitarian organisations implementing nutrition/health interventions in Somalia
    Living and working in challenging field environments for extended periods
    Living and working in insecure situations
    Remote management of humanitarian programmes
    Working on cash transfer programmes
    Working on large demographic or epidemiological studies
    Design and testing of field questionnaires
    Using mobile devices for data collection
    Cleaning data and preparing datasets for analysis
    Analysis of epidemiological datasets
    Writing / inputting into scientific papers for publication
    Use of Stata for data management / analysis
    Use of ArcGIS for spatial data collection, mapping, and analysis
    Use of software for programming mobile data collection devices
    Knowledge of cash transfer programming

  • Systems Director

    Systems Director

    About the role: This is a 24 month, new role with accompanied terms based in Nairobi. The role also provides support to the South Sudan programme on the basis of 30% South Sudan and 70% Kenya. The role will involve travel to programme locations in Kenya and to Juba in South Sudan. The role has a salary of Band 5 €40,402 – €44,842**
    You will report to the Country Director, Kenya and will line manage Security, Logistics, Human Resources, Administration and IT and work closely with PD, CFC, Programme Managers, HR in Kenya; with the CD, PDs, CFC and General Systems Manager in Juba; and Logistics in Dublin, externally.
    We would like you to start as soon as possible.
    Your purpose: You will be responsible for the overall management of Concern Kenya’s support functions, which comprise administration, HR, IT, and logistics including procurement, warehousing and fleet management. You will provide support remotely and in-country when on visits to the Juba based General Systems Manager. You will ensure appropriate systems are in place to meet program needs, while ensuring the effective and efficient use of Concern’s resources. As a member of the Kenya Country Management Team, you will provide strategic direction to Concern Kenya. You will also supervise security management in country.
    You will be responsible for:

    Ensure that key Concern support policies (Procurement and Logistics, Transport, HR, IT, SMP) are continuously updated as required and appropriate to the context
    Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with Concern’s policies and procedures
    Ensure that the logistics function of Concern is strengthened to adequately support programmes in all aspects of logistics including but not limited to procurement, storage and stock management, transport and distribution of goods and facilitation of services.
    Ensure effective and efficient HR management and support Programme Managers in resource planning for new projects including logistics, HR and administration.
    Ensure appropriate IT support for the programme.
    Ensure Security Management Plan is updated and SOPs rolled out throughout the programme.
    Together with CMT ensure implementation of 4Ps policy.
    Liaise with other INGOs, legal advisor, and other relevant stakeholders for effective coordination and implementation of logistics, HR and administration.
    Responsible for assuring Concern is compliant with local legislation, rules and regulations in terms of visas, tax, and labour law.

    People Management:

    Ensure Human Resources policy and procedures are in place, and kept up to date, incorporating best HR practice, in line with Concern Worldwide organizational policy and following relevant labour legislation.
    Lead the country team in rolling out the approved Human Resources Manual, including provision of briefings to staff and new recruits at induction
    Provide technical support and on-going on-the-job training and coaching to staff
    Ensure that all positions have accurate job descriptions and staff contracts continue to be compliant with labour, tax and social security law and represent best practise
    Ensure effective performance review and development through the use of the PDR system for direct reports, and in supporting teams in its use across the country programme
    Provide support to the HR Manager including advice and guidance for International Staff, ensuring any issues that arise are dealt with in accordance with Concern Worldwide HR Policy and the National and International Staff Manuals.
    In collaboration with the PD, ensure the effective implementation of HR related HAP standard commitments.

    Uphold organisational values and comply with the Programme Participant Protection Policy

    Promote an attractive working environment based on equality, caring attitudes, and integrity where staff feel safe, valued and respected.

    Administration and logistic functions: To ensure effective and efficient administrative and logistical support and resources are provided to the staff including, but not limited to:**

    Ensuring efficient procurement of goods and services in a transparent and accountable manner, ensuring value for money for the organisation and justifiable use of donor funds.
    Ensure procurement procedures are effective, efficient and adhered to by all staff
    Ensure effective management of drivers and fleet including supervision of fleet management, monitoring of transport reports, planning of vehicle rental according to programme needs, ensuring safe, reliable and efficient transportation for programmes and staff.
    Oversee the management of the offices and apartments and ensure contracts are up to date.
    Oversee the management of the fixed asset register
    Liaise with Concern’s lawyer to ensure all legal procedures are being followed.

    Information Technology: To ensure effective IT systems for communication and data management linking with Concern Worldwide systems, Including but not limited to:

    Follow up on recommendations from regional IT Adviser visit
    Ensure Concern’s IT policy and procedures are in place and followed
    Through the IT designated person, ensure provision of effective support systems, enabling the smooth operation of IT systems

    Budget and Financial Management

    In conjunction with the Country Director and Country Financial Controller set, manage and monitor the support systems annual budgets for Transport/ Administration/International Staff
    Ensure all Systems’ staff are trained on budget procedures and monitor their monthly expenditure

    Security

    Implementation of the Security Management Plan and regular update and roll of SOPs for incidents management
    Ensure all new staff receive thorough security briefings and apply Concern’s security protocols
    Monitor the day-to-day management of security matters and closely work with the field Security Focal Persons (SFPs), other NGO security personnel and NGO security coordination mechanisms

    Support to South Sudan programme

    Provide support to the Juba based General Systems Manager in managing the South Sudan Systems Function which is made up of HR, IT, Logistics and Administration.
    Provide support in Nairobi in the event of South Sudan staff travelling to Nairobi for medivac; South Sudan staff temporarily relocating to Nairobi as a result of security issues.
    Act as liaison between the Kenya and South Sudan teams for any procurements being carried out through the Nairobi office
    Manage the relationship with the Bank for the South Sudan bank account held in Nairobi

    Other

    Any other related duties as assigned by the Country Director
    Contribute to organisational accountability initiatives
    Adhere fully to the commitments and rules of Concern’s Programme Participant Protection Policy and Code of Conduct (P4 and CofC), including the respect of confidentiality.

    Your skills and experience will include:
    Essential:

    Significant previous experience with an INGO in developing and delivering systems which are compliant to EU, USAID and/or UN procedures.
    Sound experience in HR, administration and logistics management including procurement and fleet management.
    Experience in team building and supervision of staff.
    Experience in dealing with local authorities, national and international NGO’s /UN bodies.
    Experience in security management and working/living in insecure and sensitive environments.
    Experience in tendering and contract management
    Empathy with Concern’s vision, mission, goal and objectives and commitment to capacity building, protection and participation.
    Very good command of English.

    Desirable:

    Previous experience working in East Africa.

    We would also like:

    Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and motivate a team.
    Excellent interpersonal, facilitation and negotiation skills.
    Ability to act as part of a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team
    Ability to organize and prioritize workload, using initiative when appropriate
    Ability to represent the organization
    Ability to cope with stress, work under pressure often to strict deadlines
    Flexibility, adaptability, sense of humour, and patience
    Ability to motivate and develop skills of others
    Analytical and problem solving skills
    Ability to assess problems and recommend solutions
    Cross cultural awareness and sensitivity to cultural differences
    Good knowledge and competence of computer applications i.e. Microsoft Office Professional

  • Officer Governance and Advocacy – Marsabit

    Officer Governance and Advocacy – Marsabit

    Reports to: Area Coordinator based in Marsabit and technically to the Senior Manager-Governance and Advocacy based in Nairobi
    Contract Details:

    Starting Salary of the Pay Grade – Kes 99,197 p.m.
    Fixed Term Renewable Contract
    Pension
    Medical Cover (Principal + 2 Dependants)
    Life Assurance Cover
    WIBA Plus/Personal Accident Cover

    Job Summary:
    The incumbent will be responsible for the implementation of Concern’s Governance and Advocacy programme in Marsabit County. These includes working in close collaboration with Concern’s thematic programme teams to develop and deliver on advocacy objectives and working closely with county government to strengthen the linkages between formal governance structures and community conversations .
    Main Duties & Responsibilities:

    Governance
    Assist in identifying technical challenges, opportunities and responsive actions to promote inclusion of the vulnerable in formal decision making through the public participation model.
    Assist in identifying and fostering strategic partnerships with county government departments, county assembly, local partners and other stakeholders, in implementation of policies and legislation on public participation (including Marsabit County Civic Education and Public Participation Policy and Marsabit County Civic Education and Public Participation Bill)
    Lead in strengthening the link between formal governance structures and Community Conversations at village , ward , sub county and county level
    Lead in monitoring the translation of community plans into village, ward , sub county and county plans during the annual county planning and budget processes, ongoing development of 2018-2022 County Integrated Development Plan and other related processes
    Lead in building the capacity of governance structures to facilitate citizen participation
    Provide leadership in diagnosing policy knowledge and practice gaps on decentralized government, and develop corresponding capacity development interventions
    Advocacy
    Support and build capacity of programme staff to develop and implement their advocacy plans and tasks (never ‘replace’ programme person)
    Participate in lobbying and negotiation led by programme sectors
    Provide direction to programmes on the content and development of policy briefs
    Liaising closely with programme teams on integration of human rights into community conversations
    Prepare comprehensive and timely monthly and quarterly narrative reports that conform to organizational standards.
    Represent Concern Worldwide in Ward, Sub-County and County technical forums on public participation and strengthening local governance as well as advocacy coalitions/networks
    Build and support the capacity of staff and sector programmes to understand the structure and functions of the county government, and to engage with them effectively.
    Participate in the development of quarterly costed workplans, annual work plans and project proposals
    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
    Adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct.

    Job Specification:

    A Degree in Social Sciences preferably Law, Political Science or Public Administration.
    At least two (2) years of experience in governance programming with a bias towards a Human Rights Based Approach to Development, policy and advocacy in humanitarian or development context
    Strong knowledge of decentralized governance in general and Kenya’s devolved governance system specifically.
    Excellent oral, written and editing skills including the ability to produce clear articulate evidence based policy analysis
    Excellent advocacy and networking skills including the ability to make public representations.
    Good understanding of programme cycle management, and application of advocacy strategies to promote positive development outcomes.
    Good trainer of trainers and facilitation skills
    Excellent communication &interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in teams.
    Competency in computer applications
    Ability to work under pressure often to strict deadlines

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

  • Quality Assurance Manager – Education

    Quality Assurance Manager – Education

    Job Description
    S/he will be responsible for quality and timely delivery of education programme in both Nairobi slums and Marsabit County
    Main Duties & Responsibilities:

    Provide technical guidance and quality assurance for education programme in Nairobi and Marsabit inter alia:
    Develop and monitor implementation of technical guidelines for programme interventions e.g. pedagogy, child to child clubs, mentorship etc.
    Develop tools and build capacity of staff to conduct reviews, provide feedback and implement improvement plans.
    Enforce programme compliance with MOE, TSC and donor policies.
    Review quality of quarterly and annual plans and reports including case studies
    Provide technical advice to MOE quality assurance units.
    Conduct external reviews in Concern supported schools to determine quality and standards of teaching, learning and leadership.
    Networking with international Quality Assurance forums and participating in relevant national conferences/workshops/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.
    Programme Participant Protection Policy
    To adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct.
    Job Specification:
    Essential

    A Bachelor’s Degree in Education
    At least five (5) years’ experience in implementing Primary Education projects with at least two (2) years’ experience in literacy and numeracy interventions and at least one
    (1) experience in protection of vulnerable children
    Knowledge of international humanitarian systems, institutions and donors, and of procedures, accountability frameworks and best practices.
    Strong monitoring and evaluation, data analysis and reporting skills.
    Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.
    Proficient in the use of computer applications
    Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili.

    Preferred

    A Master’s Degree in Education
    Working knowledge in alternative education pathways e.g. TVET
    Working knowledge of child to child approach
    Good understanding of cross cutting themes – gender, HIV and AIDS, Disaster Risk Reduction

  • Senior Officer Logistics

    Senior Officer Logistics

    Reports to: Base Manager Marsabit
    Direct Reports: Head Driver
    Contract Details:
    Starting Salary of the Pay Grade – Kes 108,870
    Fixed Term One (1) Year Contract renewable subject to availability of funds and performance
    Medical Cover (Principal + 2 Dependants)
    Pension
    Group Life Assurance Cover
    Group Personal Accident Cover
    Job Summary:
    To oversee the transport function for Concern Marsabit, Kenya and assist with all logistics functions when required. The Senior Logistics Officer will ensure that the transport function adheres to Concern Worldwide transportation guidelines as per the Concern Global Transport and Fleet Manual and will ensure that Concern is compliant with all local transport requirements and regulations. S/he will also when the need arises, assist with management of Concern Marsabit’s procurement activities and shall ensure that all logistics staff adhere to all Concern Logistics procedures and best practices at all times.
    Main Duties & Responsibilities:

    Implementation of Concern’s Transport Policy and Global Transport and Fleet Manual in Concern’s areas of operation and ensure all is in line with local laws.
    Along with the Logistics Officer (Procurement) ensure all procurement is in line with local laws and guidelines stipulated in the Concern Procurement Manual.
    Ensure all staff are versed in all guidelines and procedures as per Concern Worldwide Procurement, Warehouse and Transport Manuals.
    Scheduling and planning the use, movement, maintenance and repair of vehicles / motorbikes and thereby facilitating the most cost effective delivery of transport services to Concern’s programmes in Kenya.
    Reports: Ensuring the completion and compilation of the Monthly Transport Reports for both Concern vehicles and all rental vehicles. These reports will include analysis of transport performance across the country programme including fuel analysis and all KPI’s.
    Staff Management: Assist the Base Manager with managing Concern Drivers in Marsabit and liaise with drivers based in field locations at all times including managing their work schedules.
    Fuel, oil and lubricant management: Ensuring the correct and controlled issuing of fuel, oil and lubricants according to existing Concern logistics procedures.
    Ensure all controls and management are adhered to in programme areas where fuel is issued either from a local contracted garage or where Concern fuel storage is in operation.
    Authorizes all fuel issuing vouchers
    Management of Concern’s vehicle/motorbike spare parts according to agreed procedures (where applicable) ensuring that all storage in line with guidelines stipulated in the Concern Warehouse and Commodities Manual.
    Vehicle Servicing Management. Along with the Head Driver manage and keep track of all vehicle service schedules. Reports include job card summary reports – updating all job cards for work carried out on all vehicles / motorbikes, Spare Parts stock reports (where applicable).
    Assist the Logistics Officer with the planning of procurement of spare parts, fuel and other transport requirements.
    Maintain transport records for all vehicles in accordance with Concern and donor requirement.
    Ensuring that all Concern transport forms are in use in Marsabit and Concern’s programme areas and that all forms are accurately completed at all times according to agreed timelines and procedures.
    Carrying out regular visits to the programme location to monitor logistics systems.
    Assist with any other logistics activities when the need arises in Marsabit.
    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
    Adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct.

    Job Specification:
    Essential:

    A degree in Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, Management or relevant field
    At least two (2) years’ experience working with an NGO or UN Agency in a similar role. Experience with health and safety in Transport
    Working knowledge of 4 x 4 vehicles, vehicle spare parts, transport logistic systems, including procurement and stores management
    Excellent report writing, communication, interpersonal, organisation and negotiation skills
    Competency in the use of computer applications i.e. Microsoft Word & Excel
    Kenyan driving license. Motor bike riding license is an added advantage
    Willing to travel, flexible, adaptable and with an ability to work under pressure
    Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili. Fluency in the local languages is an added advantage.
    A team player, flexible and with an ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and to make quick rational decisions

    Desirable:

    Experience in accounting/budgeting, stock control and compiling inventories
    Facilitation skills to train staff on logistics systems
    Ability to manage time and work effectively without constant supervision

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

  • Programme Manager – Somalia Cash Consortium

    Programme Manager – Somalia Cash Consortium

    About the role: This is a 1 year (with view to extension), new role with unaccompanied terms based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to Somaliland, Puntland and South-Central Somalia on a salary of Band 3 (€34,106 – €37,895). This position is contingent on donor approval and funding.
    You will report to the Somalia Cash Consortium Director and will line manage Programme Assistant and work closely with Programme and M&E Focal Points of Consortium Members, Consortium Management Unit Staff; Concern’s Country Emergency Coordinator, Concern M&E team
    We would like you to start February 2018
    Job Background:
    The “Coordinated implementation of Cash Assistance to support Somali Households (CASH) affected by disaster” is a €10million project to be rolled out in Somalia in 2018, managed by a consortium of six international agencies, led by Concern Worldwide. This specific action will concentrate on addressing the immediate humanitarian challenges facing Somalia through multi-purpose cash assistance. The Consortium has set out both short term and longer term goals with regard to the added value it can bring to the wider cash delivery agenda. Within this, we will seek to contribute to the development of a context appropriate, unified, efficient and effective cash delivery system for Somalia.
    Concern Worldwide is a global organisation with programmes operating in 28 countries worldwide supported by our offices in the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Korea and by our affiliate offices in the United States of America.
    Job Purpose:
    Reporting to the Consortium Director and serving as a senior member of the consortium management unit (CMU), the Programme Manager is expected to contribute to the strategic thinking, planning, and overall coordination efforts of the consortium. S/he will be responsible for ensuring that a drive for quality and innovative practice is embedded in the day-to-day implementation of the project, overseeing the consortium’s technical matters related to the building of an efficient and inclusive cash payment programme. S/he will be responsible for ensuring application of standard processes and activities across partner implementation. Specific to consortium M&E, s/he will coordinate the M&E Working Group, ensuring relevant data is collected and applied to decision making. Specific to programme management, s/he will manage, coordinate and consolidate consortium member reporting and programmatic accountability, as well as donor reporting.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Senior team member of Consortium Management Unit
    Leading development and coordinating implementation of cash delivery activities
    Leading M&E Working Group, charged with re/developing M&E processes, analysis and application
    Developing and managing internal and donor-level consortium reporting
    Supporting general programme cycle management of Cash Consortium
    Leading the development and dissemination of learning, communication and advocacy initiatives
    Represent Cash Consortium at technical coordination and working-group meetings

    Specific Responsibilities:

    Ensure that consortium validated M&E and programme implementation processes are developed and implemented across the consortium to: Ensure programme goals are met; protect the contractual and reputational interests of Concern Worldwide and the consortium members.
    Ensure that sub-grant related processes and procedures are standardised and consistently implemented throughout the programme, including data collection, reporting, timelines and partner capacity-building.
    Ensure that programme reporting is adhered to by all consortium member agencies and the Consortium Management Unit (CMU) and communicated clearly to the donor, this includes: proactive follow-up and monitoring of the implementation of the programme; ensuring all narrative reporting is professionally coordinated and compiled on time, accurately and in line with agreed formats.
    Manage Cash Consortium Programme Assistant
    Maintain a consistent and high level of communication with the consortium members, as well as respond and follow-up to ad-hoc donor and consortium member requests.
    Lead development, analysis and revision of post distribution monitoring surveys implemented by the Cash Consortium, ensuring that they are efficient, pertinent to decision making, rigorously cleaned and adapted at appropriate intervals.
    Lead the Consortium M&E Working Group (M&E WG), including regular data cleaning and analysis, and present its activities to the wider consortium.
    Support members to collect, analyse and keep updated on relevant post distribution monitoring data, innovative approaches and other relevant socio-economic information to inform the cash programme. Recommend and support the implementation of any adjustments needed based on contextual changes.
    Capture evidence and learning from programme M&E, case studies and consortium processes in order to test the rigour of the cash consortium approach and ensure that it is future proofed and fit for purpose – leading the drafting and dissemination of position papers and reports on cash-based delivery processes and measurement.
    Contribute to the consolidation of programme revisions and writing of new proposals as required.
    Work with the Consortium Members to coordinate collection of stories, case studies, pictures, etc. for raising the profile of the humanitarian situation in Somalia
    Attend advocacy and communication meetings and calls as appropriate, including NGO Consortium Advocacy Working Group
    Represent Cash Consortium at Somalia Cash Working Group Meetings and/or Work Streams, and other relevant coordination fora, in coordination with the Cash Consortium members.
    Coordinate with ECHO and other potential donors on specific response actions as requested.
    Coordinate all cash responses closely with the BRCiS Consortium IRF and Resilience programmes, managed by NRC Somalia.
    Ensure compliance and adherence to Concern programme policies, tools and handbooks, notably the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4).
    Support Cash Consortium members to ensure activities are carried out in accordance with agreed consortium standards and timelines, as well as the Sphere Minimum Standards and Humanitarian Charter in disaster response.
    Frequent travel to programme locations across Somalia as required for trainings, monitoring and coordination.
    Any other duties as assigned by your line manager.

    Skills and Experience Required:

    Must have at least three (3) years’ experience in the humanitarian/international development sector
    University graduate or post-graduate qualification in international development or other relevant discipline or with distinction
    Experience working in Somalia or similar remote-management context, ideally applying mobile cash-based delivery
    Strong technical experience in monitoring and evaluation, including creating surveys, managing digital data gathering survey processes, cleaning data and applying analysis to decision making and managing evaluation processes.
    Ability to work efficiently, utilize complex budgets and build user-friendly tools in Excel
    Ability to work closely with field-based national staff and experience utilizing various staff training and adaptive management approaches.
    Strong coordination/negotiation skills specifically with the ability to effectively coordinate among consortium members and actively contribute to creating a high-paced, flexible, team-oriented culture
    Strong organizational, prioritization and analytical skills, as well as a good understanding of the application of logical and adaptive frameworks
    Experience writing original, creative and high quality donor funding proposals, reports, case studies and learning documents
    Experience of working on projects funded by major international donors, such as ECHO, DFID and USAID
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal; proficiency in Somali language is an added benefit
    Willing to spend significant time in Somalia and Somaliland driving project implementation, M&E.

    Desirable:

    Relevant experiences with cash coordination and cash learning forums.
    Post graduate qualification in relevant field
    Professional qualification/certificate in monitoring and evaluation and/or programme cycle management
    Experience in other professional sector that adds unique value to the job specifications would be advantageous
    Experience of working with ECHO as a donor and understanding of ECHO’s cash guidance note
    Experience working with national safety net systems
    Experience/interest in IT infrastructure
    Experience using human-centred design processes
    Experience writing surveys in ODK and building visualizations
    Experience using statistical analysis software
    Experience using InDesign and creating publish-ready communications

  • Finance & Systems Director, Somalia Cash Consortium Consortium Director Education Advisor- Somalia

    Finance & Systems Director, Somalia Cash Consortium Consortium Director Education Advisor- Somalia

    Job Description
    LOCATION: NAIROBI, KENYA WITH 30% TRAVEL TO SOMALIA
    JOB SUMMARY:

    The incumbent will contribute to the strategic thinking, planning, and overall coordination efforts of the consortium.
    S/he will drive Innovative practice, overseeing the consortium’s technical matters related to the building of an efficient and inclusive cash payment infrastructure.
    S/he will ensure consistent application of relevant finance and operations policies and procedures to ensure effective programme implementation as well as compliance with relevant donor regulations.

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  • Governance & Advocacy Officer

    Governance & Advocacy Officer

    Job Responsibilities
    Governance

    Assist in identifying technical challenges, opportunities and responsive actions to promote inclusion of the vulnerable in formal decision making through the public participation model.
    Assist in identifying and fostering strategic partnerships with county government departments, county assembly, local partners and other stakeholders, in implementation of policies and legislation on public participation (including Marsabit County Civic Education and Public Participation Policy and Marsabit County Civic Education and Public Participation Bill)
    Lead in strengthening the link between formal governance structures and Community Conversations at village , ward , sub county and county level
    Lead in monitoring the translation of community plans into village, ward , sub county and county plans during the annual county planning and budget processes, ongoing development of 2018-2022 County Integrated
    Development Plan and other related processes
    Lead in building the capacity of governance structures to facilitate citizen participation
    Provide leadership in diagnosing policy knowledge and practice gaps on decentralized government, and
    develop corresponding capacity development interventions

    Advocacy

    Support and build capacity of programme staff to develop and implement their advocacy plans and tasks (never ‘replace’ programme person)
    Participate in lobbying and negotiation led by programme sectors
    Provide direction to programmes on the content and development of policy briefs
    Liaising closely with programme teams on integration of human rights into community conversations
    Prepare comprehensive and timely monthly and quarterly narrative reports that conform to organizational standards.
    Represent Concern Worldwide in Ward, Sub-County and County technical forums on public participation and strengthening local governance as well as advocacy coalitions/networks
    Build and support the capacity of staff and sector programmes to understand the structure and functions of the county government, and to engage with them effectively.
    Participate in the development of quarterly costed workplans, annual work plans and project proposals

    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
    Adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct.

    Qualifications

    A Degree in Social Sciences preferably Law, Political Science or Public Administration.
    At least two (2) years of experience in governance programming with a bias towards a Human Rights Based
    Approach to Development, policy and advocacy in humanitarian or development context
    Strong knowledge of decentralized governance in general and Kenya’s devolved governance system specifically.
    Excellent oral, written and editing skills including the ability to produce clear articulate evidence based policy analysis
    Excellent advocacy and networking skills including the ability to make public representations.
    Good understanding of programme cycle management, and application of advocacy strategies to promote positive development outcomes.
    Good trainer of trainers and facilitation skills
    Excellent communication &interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in teams.
    Competency in computer applications
    Ability to work under pressure often to strict deadlines

  • Officer M&E – Marsabit Officer Governance & Advocacy – Marsabit

    Officer M&E – Marsabit Officer Governance & Advocacy – Marsabit

    Reports to: Manager – Monitoring and Evaluation
    Contract Details:
    Starting Salary of the Pay Grade – Kes 96,308 p.m.
    Fixed Term Contract – 21 Months
    Medical Cover (1 Principal + 2 Dependants)
    Group Life Assurance Cover
    Group Personal Accident Cover
    Job Summary:
    The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (M&E Officer) will be providing support in monitoring and evaluating on going projects. The incumbent will be responsible for overall M&E and learning needs of the projects and will come up with findings based on real data to show performance of the projects. The incumbent will also help in strengthening M&E functions based on experiences from the project. The incumbent will play role in promoting of key learnings for the improvement of the project and for wider leaning of the organisation.
    Main Duties & Responsibilities:

    Develop project monitoring plan (PMP) of the projects and consulting with programme team.
    Support the Survey and surveillance Officer in designing, coordinating and conducting project evaluations and assessments.
    Provide feedback to programme teams on projects’ performance based on monitoring data findings.
    Build capacity of the programme teams on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PM&E).
    Provide technical support on M&E and evidence-based recommendations to the relevant Project Manager.
    Assist Manager Monitoring and evaluation Manager in conducting Programme Data Review.
    Ensure that implementation of field activities adheres to Concern Worldwide monitoring and evaluation system
    Participate actively in programme planning process and budgeting of the programmes quality.
    Assist Manager Monitoring and evaluation Manager in reviewing project plans during planning and budgeting process.
    Support Program teams in developing quarterly and annual reports.
    Work collaboratively with different programmes for strengthening integration and cross-learning in programmes.
    Proactively volunteer for various team activities
    Support Program teams in dealing with any other tasks as may be required.
    Programme Participant Protection Policy
    Adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct.

    Job Specification:

    Graduate degree in Statistics, Monitoring and Evaluation, Economics Social Sciences or Equivalent.
    At least two (2) years’ experience in professional experience in the field of M&E.
    Strong skills in information management.
    Excellent written and public communication and negotiation skills
    Able to use statistical software (ENA, SPSS and STATA)
    Proven competency in ethical principles of research, statistical analysis and complex survey design and analysis
    Excellent report writing, communication, interpersonal, ToT, networking and coordination skills
    Proficient in the use of computer applications.
    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.

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  • Manager – Health and Nutrition

    Manager – Health and Nutrition

    Reports to: Senior Manager – Health and Nutrition
    Direct reports: Senior Officer – Health and Nutrition
    Contract Details:
    One (1) year renewable subject to availability of funds and performance
    Monthly Starting Kes 191,337
    Medical Cover for Principal and Two (2) Dependants
    Group Life Cover
    Group WIBA/Personal Accident Cover
    Job Summary:
    The incumbent will be responsible for providing technical leadership, guidance, coordinate trainings and capacity building to the MoH (Ministry of Health) staff in Saku. He/she will also support the senior program manager in the overall coordination and managerial support to the program including strong conceptual, programmatic direction and technical support to the program teams working in all the four Sub Counties of Marsabit County.
    Main Duties & Responsibilities:

    Programme Management and Development:

    Guide the development of programme work plans in coordination with the senior manager and project teams.
    Work closely with the Saku and CHMT in developing and implementation of monthly work plans and guide them on PCA implementation.
    S/he will liaise at the local and county level with C/SCHMT, Marsabit County Officials, and Health Facility Management Teams to enhance coordination and collaboration in program implementation and sustainability.
    Contribute to and maintain strong links with other programme managers (FIM, HIV, Education and Advocacy) to reinforce a strong programme approach.
    Managing, developing and maintaining all aspects of Concern health and nutrition programme comprising facility and community based interventions in Saku Sub County.
    S/he will assist senior manager in advocacy to inform policy makers and assist in policy review based on program learning and field based evidence.
    Working with MoH to establish interventions that address and complement the other aspects of the basic nutrition minimum services packages.

    Training and mentoring

    Provide technical support to MoH through structured capacity building initiatives on delivery of health and nutrition interventions at health facilities and community level;
    Ensure delivery of quality results through active participation in regular M&E activities: facility in-charges meetings, CHVs and skilled health workers review meetings, joint support supervision.
    Orientate and mentor the Sub county Health Management Teams (SCHMTs) and facility-based service providers on existing data capture and summary tools for nutrition and HINI services in line with the District Health Information Systems (DHIS)

    Monitoring and Reporting

    Prepare high quality written reports for Concern and donors (quarterly and annual) and other reports as required.
    Assisting with nutrition programme reviews and evaluations
    Monitor the nutrition situation and advice the Health and Nutrition senior program manager on appropriate actions and changes as may be necessary and document all lessons learnt.
    Working closely with the Surveillance Officer in organizing, coordinating and leading nutrition assessments and surveillance as required.
    Monitor the programme against objectives outlined in the programme plan.
    Conduct field visits to support field teams on effective and quality program implementation.

    Representation

    Attend and adequately represent health and nutrition program in County and Sub county meetings.
    Representing Concern in and liaising with coordinating bodies and partners as required – MoH and other government authorities, UNICEF, WFP, OFDA and other relating NGOs.
    Maintain good working relationships and co-ordination with other health partners.

    Responding to Emergencies:

    Support in the provision of leadership and technical guidance for emergency response programming and approaches
    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 nursing, food, nutrition and dietetics or relevant field
    At least five (5) years’ experience in Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition programming in both a development and emergency context with at least two (2) years’ experience in a managerial/supervisory role.
    Technical knowledge and experience in maternal and child health and nutrition, community based health care.
    Proven success working and partnering with the Ministry of Health
    Good understanding of cross cutting issues- gender, HIV and AIDS, DRR, etc. and how to integrate them into public health/ nutrition programmes.
    Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in teams.
    Excellent networking and coordination skills – NGOs, UN and government agencies.
    Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili. Fluency in the local language is an added advantage.
    Proficiency in the use of computer applications

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