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  • Finance Assistant

    Finance Assistant

    The Finance Assistant is responsible for day-to-day financial accounting tasks at the Dadaab field office.
    Job description

    Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
    Assist with the implementation of the support function portfolio according to plan of action
    Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
    Ensure proper filing of documents
    Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function
    Record all cash movements and undertake periodic cash counts
    Assist in bank accounts and cashboxes reconciliations
    Follow up on advances and refunds
    Prepare and arrange for bank withdrawals and transfers and present for verification
    Verify all invoices, vouchers and receipts and supporting documents and enter in the system as appropriate
    Make all approved payments
    Maintain accurate financial and accounting files and transactions
    Maintain proper filling system for all financial and accounting documents
    Prepare periodic financial reports and submit for review
    Send monthly reports to the Nairobi office
    Assist in preparation of financial reports, budgets and budget monitoring for projects
    In liaison with the Field Support Assistants make payments for the necessary field office expenses.

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Finance/Accounting
    Certified Public Accountant level II
    Experience from working with accounting in a humanitarian/recovery context
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge about own skills/profile

    Education field
    Finance / Economics
    Education level
    Academy college / University
    Personal qualities

    Planning and delivering results
    Working with people
    Analyzing
    Handling insecure environments
    Integrity

    Language
    English

  • Regional Learning and Development Coordinator

    Regional Learning and Development Coordinator

    Reports to: Regional Head of HR
    Travel: 40%
    The Regional Learning and Development Coordinator works in collaboration with the Regional HR team and the countries under the regional office on delivering the global and regional learning and Development activities and personally leading and delivering some of the learning and Development initiatives e.g facilitating trainings and or coordinating with consultants to deliver the initiatives. He/she may be required to handle other HR functions.
    Key Responsibilities

    Implement NRC’s systems and procedures at regional level
    Ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines, donor requirements, national labor laws and procedures
    Prepare and submit reports and analysis on the different learning and development initiatives
    Ensure proper filing of all support documents
    Support line managers in procedures related to learning and Development
    Advice in personnel conflicts/processes when relevant
    Coordinate with relevant partners, suppliers, consultants, authorities, lawyers when required etc.

    Specific responsibilities

    Implement the regional learning and Development guidelines and initiatives.
    Responsible for the coordination and conducting NRC Way II induction courses according to set timelines for all staff in the region in close cooperation with NRC Way Trainers in the different field offices.
    Support country NRC Way I trainers to deliver the NRC Way 1 in all the countries
    In close cooperation with HQ HR coordinate and encourage staff to take online training modules
    Develop new learning and development materials/modules from scratch
    Plan and coordinate new learning and Development initiatives from HQ.
    Promotion of Organisation learning across the region
    Coordination of other staff development initiatives as agreed by the EAY Regional Management Team.
    Responsible for planning and implementing the NRC Annual Learning and Development Plan in close cooperation with Area Managers, Head of Departments, Heads of
    Support, Country HR Managers and Country Directors.
    Support in estimating learning and Development need budgets to feed into the annual budgets
    Actively participate in the NRC Global Learning & Development network, sharing experiences from the EA&Y region and taking back knowledge and ideas that can promote the
    L&D function across the region and increase its relevance for field operations

    Competencies Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. Details about NRC’s competencies are to be found in the Competency Framework. Competencies are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following three categories: competencies
    Value driven competencies
    Values are aspirational attitudes and beliefs that influence the way people conduct themselves. NRC’s values are: Dedicated, Innovated, Inclusive and Accountable.
    Behavioral competencies
    These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. Of the 12 behavioral competencies, the following are essential for this position:
    Behavioral Competencies

    Managing resources to optimize results
    Managing performance and development
    Empowering and building trust Handling insecure environments

    Professional competencies:

    You must have experience in delivering learning and Development programmes and organization learning and development
    Capacity to systematically enquire and to analyse trends in learning and development needs across the region
    Experience in delivering trainings and personally facilitating some
    Ability to coordinate and work well with country Directors and Country HR staff
    knowledge of online web based learning and Development
    Experience in learning and development role
    Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or any other relevant discipline related to Learning and Development
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal
    knowledge of the context in the East Africa & Yemen is an added advantage.

    Performance Management
    The employee will be accountable for and evaluated on the responsibilities and the competencies, based on NRC’s Performance Management System. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:
    The Job Description
    The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
    The Competency Framework
    We Offer:
    Duty Station: Nairobi
    Contract Duration: Until 31st December 2019 with possibility of extension depending on the funding.
    Salary and Benefits: NRC offers competitive compensation package
    Travel: 40% travel to the countries in the region
    NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners and check that its partners have not been involved in illegal activities. NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tool for this purpose.
    NRC is an equal opportunity employer with no discrimination in terms of sex, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation. Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

  • Human Resources Coordinator

    Human Resources Coordinator

    The HR Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of HR matters in the Kenya Country office.
    Human Resources Coordinator reports to the Country Director
    Job description

    Align, implement and maintain NRC HR systems, policies and procedures and ensure they are implemented in accordance with NRC policy and guidelines. In so doing ensure that the HR policies and procedures in Kenya are in consistent with local government laws and good practice
    Give technical guidance and support to HR staff in Kenya.
    Guide Country Management Group and line managers on HR processes such as recruitment; induction; staff development; performance management.
    Update staff on HR policies, processes and procedures.
    Coordinate and advice on all recruitments and selection in liaison with line managers and through WebCruiter and other channels.
    Coordinate clearance of staff including exit interviews and final dues payments
    Align/design, implement and maintain an effective and efficient staff record and filing system including contracts, leave, medical, archiving etc
    Be the contact person related to medical evacuation of national staff in Kenya
    Ensure timely remittance and proper filing of statutory deductions such as NHIF, NSSF, PAYE, Insurances and Pension
    Manage staff benefits schemes like medical, insurance, pension and provident funds schemes
    Coordinate and plan for staff care initiatives when needed
    Ensure timely processing of the payroll for Kenya offices
    In consultation with the Country Director and Area Managers, address staff grievances and disciplinary measures
    Coordinate all NRC staff development plans in accordance with NRC Handbook and decisions taken by the management in Kenya
    Ensure staff sign necessary employment documentation on an annual basis.
    Assist the CD and/or Area Managers with any necessary restructuring processes.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or Administration
    Higher Diploma in Human Resources or CHRP 1,2,3
    Understanding of the relevant laws and statutory requirements
    Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience
    Must be a member of IHRM
    Experience from working as a HR Coordinator in a humanitarian/recovery context
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge about own manager skills/profile
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal

    Education field

    Social studies

    Education level
    College / University, Bachelor’s degree
    Personal qualities Planning and delivering results

    Managing resources to optimize results
    Influencing & federating partners and teams
    Handling insecure environments
    Working with people

    Language
    English
    We offer Duty station: Nairobi
    Contract period is for 12 months with possibility of extension.Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Nairobi.
    Miscellaneous info
    Travel: Some travelling must be expected

  • Regional ICT Coordinator

    Regional ICT Coordinator

    The Regional office is seeking to recruit Regional ICT Coordinator who will be responsible for coordinating and providing technical ICT support in the East Africa & Yemen Region.
     
    Generic responsibilities

    Compliance and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
    Coordinate the dissemination and implementation of NRC’s global ICT strategy in the region, as well as contributing to its definition and review from a regional and field perspective.
    Provide oversight and compliance checks on the implementation of ICT strategy and policies throughout the country offices in the region.
    Coordinate ICT resources, skills and competence within the region and offer support and advice where and when needed.
    Collect and disseminate ICT-related knowledge and learning within the region and at a global level.
    Work with ICT staff in the region to enable them to provide ICT 1st line support as well as assist with planning, budgeting and procurement as per NRC standards.
    Provide training of ICT staff in region and (when relevant) support the recruitment and/or on-boarding of new ICT staff in region.
    Facilitate synergies and regional efficiencies on ICT procurement, systems and training.
    Participate in global ICT work streams/projects, to identify common global solutions, when relevant.
    Provide hands on support and gap-filling throughout region – travel involved – at the discretion of Regional Office and in line with need.

    Specific responsibilities

    Supporting Regional office with launch of digital initiatives
    Supports decision making within the management team by communicating complex technical ideas and problems clearly.Providing the region with relevant technological solutions that assists the office in working more efficiently at the same time saving on costs and time.
    Technology standards within the region are maintained to a high specification by standardizing ICT equipment, software and systems and developing SOPs that ensure adherence to them.
    The connectivity and infrastructure status in all offices is sufficient to support the NRC online resources.
    Accountable for ensuring the use of NRC resources effectively.

    Professional competencies:

    Minimum 5 years of experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context
    Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Private sector ICT experience
    Proven experience in implementing ICT projects
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal
    Valid driver’s license
    Knowledge of the context in East Africa and Yemen

    Behavioral competencies

    Managing resources to optimize results
    Managing performance and development
    Empowering and building trust
    Handling insecure environments

    We Offer:
    Duty Station: Nairobi, KenyaContract Duration: Until 31st December 2019 with possibility of extension depending on the availability of fundingSalary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package

  • BRCiS Programme Manager

    BRCiS Programme Manager

    Ref. No: 3958927440
    Full time
    Building Resilient Communities in Somalia (BRCiS) is a humanitarian Consortium that takes a holistic approach to supporting Somali communities in developing their capacity to resist and absorb minor shocks without undermining their ability to move out of poverty.
    In 2013, five international NGOs with long experience in Somalia – Cooperazione e Sviluppo (CESVI), Concern Worldwide (CWW), the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), the International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Save the Children International (SCI) – formed a Consortium to address Somalia Communities’ long-term exposure to recurrent disasters and destitution.
    The Consortium now has 8 Members including Action Against Hunger, Candlelight and Kaalo. It manages a portfolio of 6 grants implemented in all Federal Member States of Somalia.
    Are you passionate about working with communities in Somalia?
    Do you have an excellent report and proposal writing skills?
    Do you have experience in interpreting data and writing reports to a rigorous technical standard? You could be the candidate we are looking for!
    BRCiS is looking to recruit for a Programme Manager who will be based in Nairobi.
    The programme Manager will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the integrated programmes in the BRCiS Consortium portfolio.
    The Programme Manager represents the BRCiS at coordination forums, as delegated by the Chief of Party.
    Job Description
    Generic Responsibilities

    Line management for DFID II project manager and DEVCO, World Bank coordinators
    Compliance and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
    Responsible for ensuring programme support to integrated programme, coordination and technical quality in BRCiS Consortium
    Ensures that BRCiS programmes are implemented in a transparent and compliant manner
    Provision of specific inputs relevant for BRCiS strategies
    Supervises the compliance to donor standards, and grants management and regular reporting to donors for all BRCiS projects
    Identify funding opportunities, develops funding strategy, and forecast
    Responsible for grants management and budget allocations
    Ensure compliance with contractual commitments and extracting and implementing key learnings from project implementation
    Provide overall coordination for any new funding coming in for emergency responses

    Qualifications

    Applicable degree in international relations, business, economics or related field.
    7 years’ experience in humanitarian/development aid in complex and/or insecure environments, preferably in East/Horn of Africa.
    Excellent report and proposal writing skills in English language. Experience in interpreting data and writing reports to a rigorous technical standard.
    Excellent English language communication skills – negotiation, networking, influencing, public speaking and facilitating workshops at different levels.
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Ability to work closely with field based national staff and experience in various staff training and development approaches
    Strong planning, monitoring and organizational skills with good knowledge of the use of logical and result-based monitoring and evaluation frameworks;
    Ability to write high quality concept notes and technical sections for donor proposals
    Knowledge of the context of Somalia
    Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, multi-country disaster preparedness, response and recovery programming.
    Experience with project development and Management
    Experience with Consortium coordination
    In depth understanding and experience in working with resilience programmes
    Experience in resource mobilisation and working with various donors and conversant with their technical frameworks and strategies
    Experience in advocacy work
    Safety and security awareness .

    Education Level: College / University, Bachelor’s degree
    Personal Qualities

    Handling insecure environments
    Managing resources to optimize results
    Managing performance and development
    Communicating with impact and respect
    Strategic thinking, result oriented and diplomatic
    Empowering and building trust
    Initiating action, culturally sensitive and coping with change
    Ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision
    Able to present and represent an organisation
    Flexible and creative, confident in taking initiatives and exploring new opportunities
    Commitment to continuous learning and willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the disaster management field
    Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

    We Offer
    Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
    Travel: 40% travel to Somalia
    Contract Duration: 24 months
    Salary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package
    NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners and check that its partners have not been involved in illegal activity.
    NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.
    The Norwegian Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer, with no discrimination in terms of sex, age, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation.
    Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
    Miscellaneous info
    Travel: Some travelling must be expected

  • Project Officer

    Project Officer

    Job Roles

    Responsible for implementation of relevant technical activities in the ICLA project in Kakuma
    Responsible for tracking of financial expenditures of the project
    Provide technical support and capacity building towards project staff
    Ensure relevant data collection and produce reports and analysis as required
    Assess, promote and document ideas for technical improvement and further program development options
    Represent NRC in relevant coordination forums and build relationships with key stakeholders
    Responsible for updating of Somali country of origin information to ensure it is relevant and accurate.
    Responsible for the quality assurance of the translation of the information in Somali language and production of high quality pamphlets.
    Ensure regular information sharing, mine risk awareness and HLP awareness for returnees.
    Ensure all returnees have received return assistance package at departure from Kakuma.
    Develop ICLA proposals, ensure effective implementation and documentation of lessons learnt.
    Ensure proper project budget monitoring and efficient utilization of the funds.
    Supervise, evaluate and appraise the Project Assistant(s), providing technical guidance when needed.
    Perform any other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

    Qualifications

    University degree in law.
    Minimum 3 years humanitarian experience with refugees/internally displaced persons (IDPs) at field level with an NGO or other international organization.
    Knowledge of international refugee law and national law applicable to refugees
    Knowledge of SPHERE standards and durable solutions

    Education level

    College / University, Bachelor’s degree

    Personal qualities

    Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge of English. Knowledge of Somali an asset

    Duty station: Kakuma
    Contract period is up to December 2018 with possibility of extension.
    Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Kakuma

  • BRCiS Programme Officer

    BRCiS Programme Officer

    P.S: Please ensure that you fill in all details before submitting your application on WebCruiter. Empty and incomplete applications will not be considered.
    Building Resilient Communities in Somalia (BRCiS) is a Consortium of national and international organizations whose objective is to support and guide vulnerable communities in Somalia in building their resilience capacities, in their own ways.
    The Consortium was created in 2013 and is now implementing projects funded by three different donors, in more than ten regions of Somalia. BRCiS is committed to adaptive management of its programmes, guided by a strong learning strategy. The Consortium also enforces systematic decentralization of decision making to the field level and the communities, fostering innovation and self-reliance.
    The position advertised is based with NRC, the Consortium lead agency. The BRCiS Consortium Programme Officer is a member staff of the Consortium Management Unit (CMU) and works for Consortium Members (including Cesvi, Concern Worldwide, the IRC and Save the Children).
    All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.
    NRC Somalia is part of NRC’s East Africa and Yemen regional operation which comprises of large-scale multi-country humanitarian and early recovery interventions spread across seven countries (Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Yemen, Eritrea, South Sudan, Uganda and Tanzania). NRC’s overall strategy in the region is to enhance protection and promote the rights of displaced people in humanitarian need by improving living conditions and seeking durable solutions. The regional office is based in Nairobi and works with country programmes to ensure standardization of programmatic and operational approaches, promote multi country programming and ensuring quality and coordination.
    The Consortium Programme Officer reports to the Consortium Programme Manager and works closely with the BRCiS Chief of Party, Consortium Finance, M&E and Programme teams, to ensure quality programme implementation and reporting are in line with set objectives and guidelines.
    Role and responsibilities
    The purpose of the BRCiS Programme Officer position is to provide essential programme management support to the programme team and Consortium in delivering quality programmes in line with the BRCiS Consortium strategy.
    Generic responsibilities

    Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
    Coordinate and consolidate donor reports, with support from the M&E team
    Coordinate and consolidate updates and reports on project progress for internal and external stakeholders
    Coordinate and consolidate project documents and project revisions processes
    Monitor programme quality by supporting the Consortium Members through project milestones
    Facilitate the organization of proposal planning meetings, grant opening meetings, progress meetings, and grant closure meetings in collaboration with the Programme Team

    Specific responsibilities

    Timely coordination, consolidation and coordination of the submission of financial and narrative reports according to individual donor rules and regulations.
    Improving the quality of reporting, including training and supporting members, to reporting and accountability standards, respect of deadlines and time management
    Develop and maintain overview of milestones and internal and external deadlines related to all grants, in compliance with donor requirements, rules and regulations.
    Coordinate the collection and consolidation of project documents of adequate quality over the life of the projects, including human interest stories, Community Action Plan and Community Reports, village information sheets, registration lists
    Contribute to the revision of proposals as required by adaptive management
    Actively interact with programme managers to share case studies, lessons learned and best practice on the BRCiS Portfolio management;
    Ensure that all project documents, revisions, NCE, reports and annexes are filed appropriately.
    Document, analyze, and share learning from reporting process, and compliance with donor rules and regulations.
    Contribute to continuously improving internal grant management systems; ensure that corrective measures and updates are systematically made to plans in accordance with programme changes.
    Provide an internal help-desk on donor related issues, including organize and deliver trainings in donor rules and regulations
    Contribute the creation of Member Performance Monitoring system to increase transparency in Consortium Management
    Ensure that Members regularly receive feedback on their performance and that issues are transparently flagged.
    Support Members through programme adaptations and coordinate learning opportunities.
    Support consortium governance and internal communication as required.
    Support external audits or evaluation in coordination with Finance and M&E teams.
    Any other duties that enhance the objectives of the consortium

    Qualifications
    Generic professional competencies for this position:

    Relevant university degree or higher education in international relations and/or development, social sciences or management.
    3 years relevant experience in project management in the humanitarian sector
    Good understanding of donor rules and regulations
    Skills and experience in report and proposal writing
    Strong analytical skills (data and financial)
    Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
    Operational effectiveness skills using all the systems, procedures and culture within the organization for required results delivery.
    Ability to manage a varied workload, work under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines

    Context related skills; knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position):

    Knowledge of the Somali context
    Experience with Project Cycle Management
    Experience working on DEVCO, DfID and World Bank contracts

    Behavioral competencies

    Working with people/Team work
    Planning and delivering results
    Managing resources to optimize results
    Handling insecure environments

    We offer

    Commencement: As soon as possible
    Contract Duration: 1year with the possibility of extension
    Duty Station: Nairobi
    Travel: some travel to Somalia
    Salary/Benefits: According to NRC’s general directions
    All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable

  • Culture and People Management Consultant

    Culture and People Management Consultant

    Terms of Reference
    General details for the assignment
    Location: Nairobi
    Application deadline: 31 July 2018
    Start Date: 3rd September, 2018
    Reports to: Regional Head of HR
    Main Purpose of the Consultancy: Design and facilitate a one-day management team retreat structured to enable management to openly discuss, analyse the issues identified in the staff survey, the challenges in addressing the issues and devising ways of creating positive work culture that should start with the top Management and trickles down to the rest of the staff.
    Reporting: The Consultant will report to the Regional Head of Human Resources(HR)
    Tasks and Responsibilities:

    Conduct an in-depth analysis of the key management issues by reviewing some of NRC’s existing management approaches to identify possible issues that staff feel are not well addressed or handled.
    Conduct a mini and quick survey with the staff to further unpack some of the issues experienced and have a better understanding of them.
    Design one-day management retreat to allow management team members openly discuss amongst themselves and find solutions to some of the issues identified for improvement.
    Through use of the survey, talking to a sample of staff and studying some of NRC systems; identify key issues related to negative work culture and suggest ways of improving on them.
    Propose and conduct training for the management team members on people management skills, positive leadership, promotion of equity in work environment, staff wellbeing management among others.
    Propose short and long term activities that can promote a positive work culture
    Prepare a report with recommendations for management implementation after the retreat

    Experience and Profile of the Consultant

    The consultant must have a proven experience in similar management support and show case for the same.
    A minimum of seven years’ experience implementing training programmes for managers.
    Proven experience in conducting surveys and analysis.
    Experience working in East Africa and Yemen region.
    Fluency in written and spoken English.
    Excellent communication skills, flexibility and good organisation skills.

    Expected Outcomes of the Consultancy

    Management issues that are making staff unhappy are clearly identified and solutions are suggested to improve on them.
    Successfully conduct and facilitate a one-day management retreat.
    A report with clear recommendations for positive work culture creation within NRC East Africa and Yemen Region.

  • Area Manager ICLA Project Assistant

    Area Manager ICLA Project Assistant

    NRC is seeking to recruitment an Area Manager for its operation in Dadaab and Mandera office.
    The Area Manager is responsible for providing overall leadership of all activities within the North East Area and is a member of the Country Management Group. The post is based in Dadaab with frequent travel to Mandera.
    Job Responsibilities

    Overall management of the Core Competencies activities, field offices and staff within the specific area, including the Area Management Team (AMT)
    Development and execution of the strategy for the area
    Adherence to NRC policies and donor requirements
    Emergency response capacity in the area
    Safety and security of staff
    Area level advocacy
    External representation, coordination and relationship building
    Responsible for shared resource allocation
    Implementation of policies and procedures
    Learning, training and development of staff

    Specific responsibilities

    Ensuring right-size of support structure of Dadaab and Mandera to support programmes.
    Ensuring effective budget management and financial control.
    Ensuring monitoring and evaluation of all projects

    Qualifications

    Minimum 5 years of experience from working as a Senior Project Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context
    Degree level education in relevant subject
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal
    Valid driver’s license

    Personal qualities

    Handling insecure environments
    Strategic thinking
    Initiating action and change
    Empowering and building trust

    We offer

    Duty Station: Dadaab with frequent travel to Mandera
    Contract Duration: 16 months
    Salary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package

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  • Project Manager – BRCiS

    Project Manager – BRCiS

    Building Resilient Communities in Somalia (BRCiS) is a Consortium of national and international organizations whose objective is to support and guide vulnerable communities in Somalia in building their resilience capacities, in their own ways. The Consortium was created in 2013 and is now implementing projects funded by three different donors, in more than ten regions of Somalia.NRC, the lead agency of the Consortium, is looking for a Project Manager to join the team as a member of the Consortium Management Unit (CMU). The position will be based in Nairobi, with 40% travel to Somalia.
    Job description

    Work with the Consortium Programme Manager and the Programme Management Group (PMG) in coordinating project implementation
    Take the lead in developing and scaling a framework for the early warning action system and crisis modifier components of the project
    Support the BRCiS Programme Manager in development of strategic Consortium partnerships, and specific learning partnerships
    Line manage of BRCiS Project Coordinator and Health & Nutrition Manager
    Ensure capacity building of staff and transfer key skills
    Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders such as donors, consortium members, local civil society organisations, private sector, etc
    Ensure narrative reports, regular programme updates, and ad-hoc requests for information adhere to donor requirements, are high quality, and are produced on time.
    Work closely with the communications and advocacy manager on providing programme content for all media publications and to develop and disseminate technical-advocacy pieces to donors and external stakeholders
    Support the BRCiS Programme Manager and the M&E Manager in defining and supporting the Consortium learning agenda
    Facilitate learning through reviews of progress against bench marks, collecting lessons learnt and best practices and facilitating dissemination of the same across the region
    Work closely with the Consortium Members to ensuring successful integration and implementation of health and nutrition activities in the resilience interventions, as well as mainstreaming nutrition sensitivity throughout the project.
    Take the lead in identifying and documenting best practices, lessons learnt and relevant human interest stories for publication and dissemination
    Represent BRCiS at coordination meetings, relevant cluster meetings and other emerging response working groups.
    Monitor and ensure programme quality; and contribute to the development of a monitoring, evaluation and learning framework to track progress and results
    Work closely with the M&E Manager and M&E team to build programme capacity to roll-out a shock-based measurement framework that measures changes in resilience capacities linked to well-being indicators

    Qualifications

    Minimum first level university/bachelors degree in international relations, business, economics or related field.
    5 years’ experience in humanitarian/development aid in complex and/or insecure environments, preferably in East/Horn of Africa.
    Excellent report and proposal writing skills in English language.
    Experience in interpreting data and writing reports to a rigorous technical standard.
    Excellent English language communication skills – negotiation, networking, influencing, public speaking and facilitating workshops at different levels.
    Ability to work closely with field based national staff and experience in various staff training and development approaches
    Strong planning, monitoring and organizational skills with good knowledge of the use of logical and result-based monitoring and evaluation frameworks;
    Ability to write high quality concept notes and technical sections for donor proposals
    Knowledge of the context of Somalia, highly desirable
    Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, multi-country disaster preparedness, response and recovery programming.
    Experience with project development
    Experience with Consortium coordination
    Experience in resource mobilisation and working with various donors and conversant with their technical frameworks and strategies
    Experience in advocacy work, highly desirable

    Personal qualities

    Able to initiate action, culturally sensitive and cope with change
    Ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision
    Able to present and represent an organisation
    Flexible and creative, confident in taking initiatives and exploring new opportunities
    Commitment to continuous learning and willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the disaster management field
    Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

    We offer

    Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
    Travel: 40% travel to Somalia
    Contract Duration: 24 months
    Salary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package

    NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners and check that its partners have not been involved in illegal activity. NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.