Website: Website https://www.nrc.no/

Grants Coordinator Education Specialist

The Grants Coordinator will to provide essential grant management support to HoP in delivering quality programmes in line with the NRC COs strategy and PoA for Kenya and for Tanzania.
Grants Coordinator reports to the Head of Programmes
Roles

Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Develop and maintain overview of all grants, donor requirements, rules and regulations, and internal and external deadlines, including filing of grant documents (including through the grants database – forthcoming)
Coordinate the development of donor applications and reports, as well as ensuring donor compliance and quality control
Contribute to the development and revision of funding proposals, budgets and donor reports
Be updated on donor priorities and track and share relevant calls for proposals
Document, analyze, and share learning from proposal and reporting process, and compliance with donor rules and regulations
Contribute to continuously improving internal grant management systems including information management systems and M&E
Provide an internal help-desk on donor related issues, including organize and deliver trainings in donor rules and regulations, as well as proposal and report writing
Coordinate the development and distribution of internal reports
Contribute to PCM trainings and usage of the NRC PCM frame work in the CO as delegated by the Head of Programme
Support external donor audits
Represent with relevant partners and donors as delegated
Ensure key controls and tools are in place and maintained daily to support effective management of the funding portfolio and compliance with donor requirements.
Ensure copies of donor concept notes, proposals, contracts and reports are correctly filed on NRC’s filing system and also kept in hard copy.
Work with CC Specialists to support implementing partners with reviewing of budgets, expenditure, donor rules and regulations, and implementation progress through grant opening, grant review and grant closing meetings with implementing partners, following NRC Kenya’s PCM guidelines

Job Qualifications

5 years of relevant experience within field of expertise in refugees and IDPs contexts
Relevant experience from the project management in the humanitarian sector
Experience from working with humanitarian and development donors
Good understanding of donor rules and regulations
Skills and experience in report and proposal writing
Strong communication, coordination and interpersonal skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Above average computer skills

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October 25, 2024
Logistics Assistant (Procurement)

Job description
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. The purpose of the Procurement Assistant position is to assist in the day to day implementation of the support functions responsibilities.
Job description

Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks, guidelines, procedures and donor requirement,
Register and/or prepare requisitions, quotations and purchase orders and update status reports
Prepare and file documents as required by line manager
Prepare periodic procurement status reports and share appropriately
Liaise with warehouse assistant on the planned delivery of materials meant for warehousing and obtain necessary documentation to facilitate payments to vendors
Track current procurements and update them bi-weekly as per the Procurement Tracker Sheet (PTS) and forward the PTS to the line manager by 5th of every month
Prepare RFQ, bid analysis and bid committee meeting minutes
Liaise with suppliers to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of goods, services and equipment,
Ensure logistics compliance in procurement matters
Timely processing of payments to vendors
Communicate response to vendors on status of their bids
Document and records management
Develop a standard list of supplies for Dadaab and establish prices catalogue
Manage inventory lists
Assist the Logistics Officer in running the Logistics Unit in Dadaab and provide support to other colleagues during periods of absence (Warehouse, Fleet, etc)

Qualifications

Hold a recognized Ordinary/Advanced Diploma in Business Administration/ Purchasing and Supplies Management. A degree in relevant field (Logistics/Procurement/Contracting/Supply) will be an added advantage
Experience from working with procurement in a humanitarian/recovery context
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
At least 3 years previous work experience in service in the same functional area preferably with UN or NGO’s
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Accuracy and keen to details
Ability to use computer systems in daily performance and possession of a good knowledge of spreadsheets, Word processors and database system is required.

Education field
Logistics
Education level

College / University, Bachelor’s degree
Personal qualities Excellent communication skills when dealing with suppliers, staff and management.
Innovative and has an initiative mind that is self -motivated
Ability to understand, tolerate cultural, religious diversity in the work place
Knowledge of local language and ability to withstand vested interests from vendors and interference external persons on NRC procurement processes is an added advantage
A good team player with high degree for initiative, flexibility and tolerance
Assertive and able to explain issues to clients, clearly and with respect. Giving priority to organizational interests above everything else.

Language
English
We offer
Duty station: Dadaab
Contract period is upto 31st 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 Nairobi.
Miscellaneous info
Travel: Some travelling must be expected

October 25, 2024
BRCiS Programme Officer

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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

October 25, 2024
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

October 25, 2024
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.

October 25, 2024
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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October 25, 2024
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.

October 25, 2024
Cash Learning Partnership Programme Manager

Job description
We are looking for a Programme Manager to be part of the CaLP East Africa team. The Programme Manager will play a key role in driving forward CaLP’s annual plans in the region. The role will focus on delivering existing commitments, maintaining effective engagement with a wide range of actors including CaLP members and the wider community of practice, and exploring opportunities for further engagement.
The Programme Manager will be repsonsible for:

Regular liaison with Cash Working Group leads.
Plan and deliver learning events.
Prepare a synthesis report akin to others generated by the CaLP East Africa team.
Support the Capacity Building Lead to plan CaLP training courses (with potential to co-facilitate courses if appropriate).
Prepare regular East Africa information bulletins.
Lead the delivery of existing commitments related to gender and CTP including completion of learning papers (in progress), briefing sheets, and learning events.
Lead the further development of CaLP’s work on gender and cash programming.
Respond to new opportunities that emerge for CaLP to advance its mission, in line with capacities, annual plan and strategy.
Lead the development of new funding applications to support CaLP’s work in the region.
Ensure that CaLP complies with the procedures & processes of its host agencies.
Manage the Regional Capacity Building Lead (note, the post is currently vacant and will be advertised soon) and Regional Administration and Communications Officer.
Represent CaLP with members, donors, CTP actors more broadly and other external stakeholders as relevant.

Qualifications

Minimum first level university degree/bachelors degree in relevant field
Programme and grant management experience.
Understanding of Cash Transfer Programming in humanitarian contexts.
Experience in some or all of CaLP’s strategic areas: capacity building, knowledge management & research, coordination (of cash programming) and policy.
Knowledge of the international humanitarian system and understanding of some of the key debates related to cash transfers programming.
Fluency in English, both written and verbal

Desirable

Strong coordination experience
Written and verbal communication skills in French.
Experience of working in a network environment.
Understanding of gender programming.
Skills and experience of facilitating training and/or events.

Personal qualities

Strong communication/donor relation experience
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
Ability to manage resources to optimize results
Ability to manage performance and development
Ability to mpower and build trust

We offer
This position is open only to Kenyan nationals, or candidates with the existing right to work in Kenya**
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Contract Duration: 6 months, with possibility of extension
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.
Due to the nature of this role, candidates must be available to start the position as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
**Females are highly encourage to apply**

October 25, 2024
NRC Support Coordinator

Roles

Line management for support staff such as Finance, HR & Admin and Logistics/ICT
Member of the Area Management Group
Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and handbooks and donor/auditor requirements
Provide input on operational support to Area Plan of Action, and to coordinate and align operational support with programme plans at Area level
Responsible for ensuring quality support to project implementation.
Facilitate Area Support Budget, area level budgets, including suport cost
Responsible for Implementation of new country specific technical SOPs, guidelines and tools in Area(HR, Logistic/ICT and Finance)
Responsible for technical capacity building of support staff (HR, Logistic/ICT and Finance)
Regularly sensitise procurement staff and others on the correct procedures to follow and check for any loopholes in the system in order to avoid conflict of interest in the procurement or recruitment process.
Strengthen the existing system of managing fleet, warehousing, gensets and other assets by ensuring proper documentation procedures are adhered to with regards to use of logbooks for vehicles and gensets, receipt of stock, storage and dispatch from store to beneficiaries and updated asset register and use of handover forms for assets in the custody of individual staff
Identify support costs drivers in the Area Office and implement cost-cutting and/or saving measures.
Ensure heads of departments (Finance/HRA/Logistics/ITC) produce accurate and timely monthly reports for sharing with the CO.
Play a lead role in the implementation of recommendations and action points arising from audits, investigations, assessments and evaluations carried out and for which action is required from the Area office.

Qualifications

Experience from working as a Logistics/Finance 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 leadership skills/profile
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Knowledge of the context in Kakuma/Turkana County
Knowledge of Swahili and the local Turkana language is an added advantage
Experience in working with teams to combat fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, and other forms of gross misconduct in humanitarian settings

Education field

Finance / Economics
Logistics

Education level
College / University, Bachelor’s degree
Personal qualities

Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Analyzing

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, education, emergency food security, legal assistance, and water,sanitation and hygiene sectors.
All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.

The purpose of the Support Coordinator is to coordinate the support functions at an Area Office.
Roles for the Support Coordinator Job
Line management for support staff such as Finance, HR & Admin and Logistics/ICT
Member of the Area Management Group
Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and handbooks and donor/auditor requirements
Provide input on operational support to Area Plan of Action, and to coordinate and align operational support with programme plans at Area level
Responsible for ensuring quality support to project implementation.
Facilitate Area Support Budget, area level budgets, including suport cost
Responsible for Implementation of new country specific technical SOPs, guidelines and tools in Area(HR, Logistic/ICT and Finance)
Responsible for technical capacity building of support staff (HR, Logistic/ICT and Finance)
Regularly sensitise procurement staff and others on the correct procedures to follow and check for any loopholes in the system in order to avoid conflict of interest in the procurement or recruitment process.
Strengthen the existing system of managing fleet, warehousing, gensets and other assets by ensuring proper documentation procedures are adhered to with regards to use of logbooks for vehicles and gensets, receipt of stock, storage and dispatch from store to beneficiaries and updated asset register and use of handover forms for assets in the custody of individual staff
Identify support costs drivers in the Area Office and implement cost-cutting and/or saving measures.
Ensure heads of departments (Finance/HRA/Logistics/ITC) produce accurate and timely monthly reports for sharing with the CO.
Play a lead role in the implementation of recommendations and action points arising from audits, investigations, assessments and evaluations carried out and for which action is required from the Area office.

Qualifications

Experience from working as a Logistics/Finance 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 leadership skills/profile
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Knowledge of the context in Kakuma/Turkana County
Knowledge of Swahili and the local Turkana language is an added advantage
Experience in working with teams to combat fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, and other forms of gross misconduct in humanitarian settings

Education field

Finance / Economics
Logistics

Education level

College / University, Bachelor’s degree
Personal qualities
Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Analyzing
Handling insecure environments
Empowering and building trust

Language
English
We offer

Duty station: Kakuma, Kenya
Contract duration: 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 NRC Kenya.
Handling insecure environments
Empowering and building trust

Language
English
We offer

Duty station: Kakuma, Kenya
Contract duration: 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 NRC Kenya.

October 25, 2024
Finance Coordinator

Job description
The purpose of the Finance Coordinator is to provides support in ensuring that NRC Kenya Mission consistently complies with all the legal regulations, financial requirements and humanitarian standards set by NRC and its donor partners, while ensuring that the Country Office has effective governance, risk management and control system are in place.
Finance Coordinator reports to the Finance Manager
CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY ON LINE BY GOING THROUGH www.nrc.no. EMAIL AND PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
Job description

Implement NRC’s systems and procedures at KCO level
Ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines and donor requirements
Prepare and submit reports and analysis
Ensure proper filing of all support documents
Support line managers in procedures and require support team trainings
Management of support team
Ensure that the accounting, monitoring and reporting are according to procedures
Support project staff in financial matters
Maintain budget control and monitor cash flow for the area
Ensure development and implementation of administrative systems and procedures
Assist the Finance Manager in maintaining overall Kenya Programme Financial Management – budget control and monitoring, cash flows and expenditures management, and financial accounting and reporting
Conduct training in financial management and monitoring for the Finance Officers in the Area offices, Specialists, Budget holders/Coordinators and other relevant project personnel
Oversee all financial requests made by the projects, and ensure that NRC’s external financial obligations are met
Conduct regular field trips to Area Offices for monitoring purposes, compliance checks, conducting training or identifying need for training
Risk Management -ensure financial risks in CO are well managed and be focal person for all compliance related matters
Assist the Country Director in investigations, as and when needed
Focal person for audits and ensure recommendations are implemented

Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPAK).
Good knowledge of financial reporting systems in donor funded work
At least 4 years’ experience with large donor funded projects- grants management & reporting
Strict attention to policy and practice detail
High integrity
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
Ability to function independently and as a work team leader/facilitator
Excellent computer skills with hands on experience on computerized accounting systems; and Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
Experience from working as a Finance 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 leadership skills/profile
Fluency in English, both written and verbal

Education field
Finance / Economics
Education level
College / University, Bachelor’s degree
Personal qualities

Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Initiating action and change
Handling insecure environments

Language
English
We offer Duty station: Nairobi
Contract period s 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

October 25, 2024