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  • Help Desk Officers- Dadaab, Kenya Child Protection Project Manager – Dadaab

    Help Desk Officers- Dadaab, Kenya Child Protection Project Manager – Dadaab

    Key Responsibilities
     

    Provide capacity to the children, parents, their caregivers and community members to enhance their knowledge and ability to protect children from harm.
    To be responsible to conduct proper recording, documentation for all the children and their caregiver seeking child protection services and information at the sectional level.
    Provision and Dissémination of appropriate child protection information to support decision making on voluntary repatriation and sustained protection for the children remaining in the camps.
    Provide trainings and monitoring to the Community’s Own Resource persons and help desk social workers on behavior change and General Child protection concerns.
    Supervisers a team of Economic and social empowerment assistants .
    Review and develop child friendly and child focused protection messages on emerging concerns and threats (with an emphasis on concerns of undocumented children, children in the Voluntary repatriation process and special protection cases, specifically prevention of and support to survivors of harmful traditional practices and SGBV and inclusion of children with specific needs).
    On a monthly basis, conduct organize information forums (information clinics) involving other protection partners and service providers to strengthen the support to individual children.
    Conduct monthly radio shows to provide further information, and an opportunity to take questions and feedback regarding the information forums sessions for both Refugee and host communities.
    Organize and facilitate separate adolescent boys and girls symposiums and peer to peer activities at the child friendly help desks.
    Enhancing Empowerment, Partnership and Advocacy for Child Safe Repatriation, to access services including CP in camps and host communities.
    Coordination with UNHCR, Refugee Affairs Secreteriate (RAS) and other humanitarian actors to strengthen referral pathway.
    Supports the recruitment of community workers, in particular social workers and CP volunteers.
    Reports incidents and difficulties encountered with any CP staff or community worker to Empowerment Senior Officer or CP project manager.
    Ensure that assigned activities are appropriately implemented and, when necessary, ideas on amendments deemed will be shared with the Empowernment Senior Officer.
    Sharing and provision of appropriate child protection information to support decision making on voluntary repatriation and sustained protection for the children remaining in the camp.
    Organize and facilitate separate adolescent boys and girls symposiums and peer to peer activities at the child friendly help desks.
    Supports in child led advocacy campaigns, mass awareness and special events throughout the project in close consultation with empowerment officer and Case work officer.
    Conduct refresher training and mentorship for children (Child Council members, peer to peer support network members and Children Ombudsman) to reinforce knowledge on Child Protection topics and provide information on any emerging issues such as COVID 19 Prevention and camp consolidation to strengthen child participation on issues affecting them.
    Life skills training for girl mother’s, adolescent boys and girls, foster parents and provision of start-up kits and nurturing kits for the girl mother’s babies (0-5). The aim of the training is to enhance the groups to start their own income generated activities as a source of livelihood support leading to their self relience.
    Reinforce the capacity of vulnerable foster parents, UASC and other vulnerable families through cash transfer program, and life-skills education.
    Participates in a base line, mid term and end term survey and evaluation of the CP project.
    Facilitate and conduct Project Progress Review Quarterly meetings and feedback sessions with the various targeted beneficiaries.
    Participates in the identification, mobilisation and training of community members and other actors to encourage their participation in different aspects of the project implementation (women, elders, leaders, youth, children, etc.) at sectional level.
    Contributes and Participates in the preparation and implementation of special events at community level as well as adolescent boys and girls tournerment.

     
    Education, Technical Knowledge and Experience

    Two years work experience , including in community development , advocacy and networking.
    University degree in Community development, Social Work, Social sciences, International studies and other relevant training qualification.
    Trainings in Behaviour change communication, life skills, advocacy and empowerment is an added advantage.
    Excellents oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili. Ability to communicate in Somali is a plus.
    Proven ability in implementation community development or advocacy intiative.
    Experience in designing and delivering trainings.
    Good understanding of the rights –based approach , conflict sensitivity and DO NO HARM, and gender justice.
    Strong analyticl skills, with ability to think innovativety and operate strategically.
    Flexibility ,stamina and ability to work under pressure and beyond regular working hours if necessary.
    Personal qualities that ensure effective work with communities as well as self-management, including flexibility and respect for others .Skills
    Required qualities: proactive, autonomous, rigorous, organized, good communication and interpersonal skills.
    Competency in computer applications and packages with Good IT knowledge (Microsoft Office, Internet).Other
    Knowledge of the Dadaab Refugee context.
    Work with the Empowerment Senior Officer to provide accurate and timely activity reports.
    Maintain and ensure a culture of strict confidentiality between Tdh staff and non Tdh employees

    Abuse Prevention Policy – Operational Risk Management

    Commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including: Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy
    Commit to ensure the best implementation possible of the Tdh Risk Management Policies.
    Commit to inform supervisors and to deal with any cases, allegations, or possibility of transgression, even potential, of the Tdh Risk Management Policies.Staff employed to work in Tdh will be expected to have:
    Professional conduct that reflects proper behavior in accordance with local culture and tradition.
    Ensure the moral protection of the name of Terre des hommes and defend in all circumstance
    Commits to observe discretion on any information related to the organization functioning and beneficiary related issues.
    He/she will conduct his or her duties in respect of the Charter of Terre des hommes and the Tdh Child Protection Policy.

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  • Project Cycle Management Trainer

    Project Cycle Management Trainer

    Location: Kenya, Nairobi and Dadaab refugee camp, Garissa.
    Duration: 16 days (including 5 days in Dadaab) starting on March 23rd, 2020 in Tdh Nairobi office
    Contract: Consultancy
    Supervisor: Head of Programs
    Contractual conditions: Tdh will cover the accommodation and transport while in Dadaab, as well as the training material. All other expenses are to be covered by the successful consultant
    About Terre des hommes: Terre des hommes (Tdh) is the leading Swiss organisation for children’s aid. For over 55 years, Tdh has helped building a better future for deprived children and their communities, making an impact with innovative and sustainable solutions.
    Active in more than 45 countries, Tdh works with local and international partners to develop and implement field projects which improve the daily lives of over 3 million children and their relatives, in the domains of health, protection and emergency relief.
    This engagement is financed by individual and institutional support, of which 86 % flows directly into our programmes.
    Context: Since 2011 Tdh has been present in in Dadaab refugee operation, near the Somali border, providing comprehensive prevention and response services to children, adolescents and their families, and continues to expand tailor made individual and family case management services to identified children with protection needs.
    Dadaab refugee camp (comprises Hagadera, Ifo and Dagahaley camps) is the third largest refugee complex in the world. Somali refugees constitute 96.30% of the population while other groups from South Sudan, Yemen, DRC, Sudan, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Burundi, Congo, Eritrea, Uganda and Tanzania.
    Despite camp consolidation and encouraging voluntary repatriation in the past two years, Dadaab continues to host a high number of refugees, the majority of which are Somali.
    The need of protection and care for refugee children in the three camps remains critical. Children’s exposure to violence, exploitation and abuse has been exacerbated by an increased presence of undocumented asylum-seekers, including new arrivals and those who came back after repatriation.
    Multiple protection concerns still remain as a result of limited availability of services in the camps due to the reduction of humanitarian investment in the area.
    Tdh national team based in Dadaab is composed by 34 staffs and is currently expanding its activities and increasing the number of national staff affected in the field, mainly in Dadaab.
    Tdh is seeking to reinforce the competencies and technical knowledge of the current staff and to introduce newly recruited staff on the approaches, attitudes, methods, techniques and tools that guide Tdh in implementing its programs.
    Tdh‘s intervention in Kenya: https://www.tdh.ch/en/our-interventions/kenya
    Major duties and responsibilities
    Tdh Dadaab team provide child protection services in Hagadera, Ifo and Dagahaley camps since 2011, through case management, psychosocial support and social empowerment activities. Tdh, based on needs and gaps identified during all the phases of the project cycle in the last 6 months, have decided to launch a capacity building process aiming to improve the relevance, appropriateness, effectiveness, accountability and impact of its interventions.
    The main purpose of this consultancy is to increase technical knowledge and skills of Tdh staff through capacity building on project cycle management, based on Tdh project cycle handbook, for the team based in Dadaab.
    Tdh is looking for a person with extended experience on project cycle management, to train and provide the necessary support to Dadaab team, on setting up an approach fully in line with Tdh standards. In addition, the consultant will work in Nairobi with the Head of Programs to develop the content of the training based on Tdh project cycle handbook.
    Following the training, the consultant will provide the organization with a brief report on the training and with planning for the next steps including recommendation and timeframe.
    Function details:
    The consultancy training will target all different phases of the project cycle with a focus on phases in bold:

    Identification
    Strategic planning
    Operational programming
    Monitoring and reporting
    Evaluation
    Institutional learning

    The training will be divided in three full days training sessions in March 2020.
    The trainer consultant will be required to provide the training in English
    Chronogram
    The consultancy will be scheduled as follows:

    From 23 to 27 March: development of training content in Nairobi office.
    30 March: travel to Dadaab.
    From 31st March 2020 to 2nd April 2020: training sessions.
    02 April 2020: drafting an action plan for next steps to be implemented with Project Manager and Field Coordinator.
    03 April 2020: travel to Nairobi
    From 06-07 April 2020: report on the training including next training steps (identified training needs, recommendations and timeframe).

    Profile:
    Professional competencies

    Professional diploma or University degree in politics, human rights, psychology, social work or other relevant field;
    Significant experience working in project management, program development, management of non-governmental organizations or project coordination;
    Very good knowledge of result-based management;
    Significant experience in programming in emergency contexts;
    At least 3 years of experience in delivering trainings and workshops for international non-governmental organizations.

    Behavioural and personal competencies

    Strong communication, interpersonal, pedagogic and analytical skills;
    Ability to provide hands-on experience and design adapted case studies in training;
    Ability to work independently;
    Empowering and building trust;
    Planning and delivering results;
    Flexible and creative;
    Pro-active, goal-oriented and results driven;
    Proficiency in writing and speaking English.

    He/she will conduct his or her duties in respect of the Charter of Terre des hommes and the Tdh Child Protection Policy.
    Terre des hommes expects that its contractors’ professional conduct reflect proper behaviour in accordance with local culture and traditions.
    The incumbent assures the moral protection of the name of Terre des hommes and defends in all circumstances the interests of the movement.
    Tdh intervenes without any affiliation for politics, religion or financial profit.
    He/she will direct his or her activities and engagements without preoccupation of political, racial or religious affiliation.
    Child Protection Policy:

    To commit to respect Tdh’s Risk Management Policies including: Child Protection Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy
    To commit to inform supervisors and to deal with any cases, allegations, or possibility of transgression, even potential, of the Tdh Risk Management Policies

  • Consultancy – Action research for CSEC intervention, Turkana County

    Consultancy – Action research for CSEC intervention, Turkana County

    Expected duration: 2nd March 2020 – 31st st July 2020
    Location: TdH-NL Office in Lodwar town, Turkana County
    Time: During office working hours (8-5pm) on a need basis, and at least once a week
    Objectives of the Assignment
    The overall objective of the assignment is to build a resource base on CSEC, which will establish benchmarks for measuring project results, impact and long lasting change in the lives of the beneficiaries at the end of the project, and to support learning through documentation and analysis of CSEC trends. The action research will be conducted alongside implementation of project interventions and will offer insight into progress made so far, contribute to better programming strategies (including targeting) and overall, contribute to learning on best approaches to use in programming to address sexual exploitation.
    Action research are:

    Undertake the action research through a trend analysis of the following areas: This will include (at the very least);
    Analyze the child protection systems within Tukana (Formal or Informal)
    Analysis of the knowledge, attitudes and practices in relation to CSEC by project stakeholder groups (children, parents/caregivers, youth, community leaders and the community in general) and their perceived responsibility in Child Protection.
    The warning signs and indicators that a child is involved in CSEC in the local context.
    Level of reporting and prosecution of CSEC cases in the geographical location and what the motivating factors to report or not to report are.
    The push and pullfactors that contribute to CSEC in the context ofthe project. .
    Analysis of the current project interventions vis a vis the status of CSEC in Turkana with recommendations ofstrategic improvements.
    Analysing gaps in the availability, accessibility and adequacy of child protection services and structures in Turkana.
    Collect data on some of the strategies in use in preventing and responding to the problem of CSEC in Turkana – make some innovative recommendationsforfuture programming.
    Conducting an assessment of the non-formal child protection structures in Turkana , identifying their strengths and potential weaknesses in addressing CSEC in the county

    Scope of work:

    Develop/refine a set of action research questions to inform the CSEC project in Turkana.
    Conducting desk review of existing qualitative and quantitative information as per the objectives outlined above.
    Development of data collection tools and sampling methodology. Sharing the tools with Terre des Hommes Netherlandsfor review and feedback.
    Finalising the tools and methodology based on the feedback from Terre des Hommes Netherlands.
    Conducting a pilot study/pre-test of the data collection tools for accuracy and reviewing appropriately for the research.
    Developing data entry & analysis programme (SPSS for quantitative and any other relevant program for qualitative data) and providing training to the data clerks; and ensuring quality checks during data collection, cleaning, entry and analysis.
    Making constructive observations and providing objective recommendations to the implementation, monitoring & research processes done by the project partners.
    Preparing draft report of the research findings with specific recommendations on emerging programming interventions and best practices in prevention and response to CSEC.

    Guiding Principles and Procedures
    The design and implementation of the research should take into account the principles of confidentiality and use of appropriate and sensitive interviewing methods for vulnerable groups (especially child victims of CSEC). This therefore means, ensuring children are at the centre ofthe research, that principles of gender equality, inclusion and non-discrimination are considered and acted upon throughout, and that the meaningful participation of children and other key stakeholders is promoted in the design and implementation of the research. The successful institution/firm or individual consultant will undertake to pay special attention to the “Do no harm” principle in order to mitigate any negative emotional, physical and psychological ramifications that may arise from improper and unethical research practices. Furthermore, the research is to be conducted in-line with Terre des Hommes Netherlands Child Safeguarding Policy and internal guidelines on Child safeguarding and ethical standards in Monitoring, Evaluation and Research.
    Expected Deliverables
    Under supervision of TdH-NL Kenya Country Manager, and or designated delegate (PO Turkana) and in close consultation with the TdH-NL Child Protection Advisor and the M&E Advisor (using the report templates that will be provided by Terre des Hommes Netherlands) the selected institution/firm/consultant should deliver the following:

    Inception Report: The inception report should include a literature review on CSEC in Kenya and specifically in Turkana, and propose a sound and feasible research tools, methodology, for undertaking the research.
    Phase Reports (three Phases): The Draft Report has to synthesize the trend analysis and provide tangible conclusions, and recommendations for future programmatic action. Particular attention should be given to any tangible changes in CSEC trendsfollowing the study.
    Final consolidated Action Research Report & Recommendations: The Revised Report has to synthesize all findings, conclusions, recommendations (with account of comments and additions from TdH – NL if any that will be shared following submission ofthe Zero Draft Report).
    Oral presentation/meeting and de-brief with project staff: As part of an ongoing project, the selected institution/firm/consultant will be required to conduct a presentation to TdH-NL and project partners, of the findings of the research, indicated evidenced based changes over the project period, including final findings, and suggestion of a Dissemination plan with key stakeholders. The de-briefing meeting will be a chance to clarify outstanding aspects ofthe research before finalization ofthe research.
    The Final Report: The selected institution/firm/consultant will be expected to produce a final report, with comments from the de-briefing taken into account.

    Time frame of the research
    The research will be undertaken from 1st March 2020 – July 2020. The activities will span over a period of15 weeks to be consolidated in a maximum of 20 consultancy days. Some ofthe proposed activitiesfor the assignment are as below listed. The consultant is invited to review and refine the tasks to fit within the above stated maximum consultancy days.
    Activities

    Introductory meeting with implementing partners.
    Literature review, development oftools and methodology Submission ofinception report with research tools, questions, methodology Finalising data collection tools based on commentsfrom TdH – NL & pre-test oftools, Field data collection.
    Data entry, analysis, draft report writing, submission of Zero draft report.
    Revision of Zero Draft Report based on TdH – NL comments and debriefing meeting (Nairobi level, via skype with Turkana if need be).
    Validation Workshop.
    Development of policy brief based on comments received from validation workshop.
    Submission of Final Acceptable Draft and dissemination of the same.

    Child Safeguarding
    In line with the UNCRC, Terre des Hommes strives to keep children safe in all its undertakings. The successful applicant will be required to read, understand, and commit to abide by TdH-NL Child Safeguarding Policy . The institution/firm or individual Consultant will sign the policy to indicate an understanding of, and intention to follow the policy requirements. The methodologies used in this study must abide by the universally acceptable standards for involving children in research.
    Experience and Qualifications

    Competent institution/firm or individual consultant conversant with child focused research.
    Technical knowledge and understanding of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children.
    Knowledge ofthe local area ofresearch (geographical) desired.
    Proven track record in qualitative and quantitative research.
    Track record in conducting surveys and research on children’s rights in Kenya and East Africa. Understanding and appreciation of ethical research processes including appreciation of child protection and child safeguarding.

    Application/Proposal Requirements.
    The consultant will submit a full technical proposal and a financial proposal. The following components must be included:

    Technical proposal
    The consultant’s understanding ofthe terms ofreference.
    A detailed methodology.
    Full details of proposed consultancy team members, including their CVs which relates to their experience and skills and ability to conduct this study.
    Evidence of past work relevant to this study.
    Names, email addresses and telephone numbers ofthree referencesfor the consultancy organization/ institution which must relate to major work done within the last three years, and the contact details (names, addresses and email and telephone numbers) ofthe persons who were ultimately responsible and accountable for contracting the consultantsfor that work.
    Full names, post office box number, telephone number(s), email addresses, and contact person(s) ofthe consultants.

    Financial Proposal
    The financial proposal must include the actual number of consultants/team, number of working days and the professional rates per day. It must also include a separate itemised logistic budget with accommodation, transport and stationary, communication, etc, well broken down

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  • Consultancy: Project Documentary Turkana (Kenya)

    Consultancy: Project Documentary Turkana (Kenya)

    Terre des Hommes Netherlands is looking for a professional (individual or team) on consultancy basis to produce photographs and documentary videos of our Eradication of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children project in Turkana, Kenya.

  • Mapping, learning and best practices assessment on existing SGBV coordination structures and referral pathways in Songot and Letea locations, Turkana

    Mapping, learning and best practices assessment on existing SGBV coordination structures and referral pathways in Songot and Letea locations, Turkana

    Background Information
    Sexual Gender-based violence (SGBV) or violence against women and girls (VAWG), is a global pandemic that affects 1 in 3 women in their lifetime. 35% of Women World wide have experienced either physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence or non-partner sexual violence. This issue is not only devastating for survivors of violence and their families, but also entails significant social and economic costs. In some countries, violence against women is estimated to cost countries up to 3.7% of their GDP – more than double what most governments spend on education. All persons suffer disproportionately from SGBV, in an emergency, post emergency and in settled host communities contexts. Failure to address this issue also entails a significant cost for the future.
    As part of national efforts to address the SGBV meted against children and general protection of Children in Turkana County and in Kenya at large, TdH-NL in partnership with UNICEF in Turkana West Sub County is planning to conduct a SGBV mapping, learning and best practices assessment/ exercise in Turkana West Sub County (Letea and Songot Wards) to establish the extent to which SGBV is an issue in the region, risks predisposing children, its manifestation, and what interventions are currently being undertaken to protect children from this issue. The mapping findings will inform concerted efforts with communities, Government, UN agencies, CSOs and Private sector to prevent, mitigate and respond to SGBV against children in the targeted wards and Turkana West Sub County as a whole.
    Purpose of the Consultancy
    TdH-NL intends to contribute to improved general coordination and delivery of service delivery to Child Survivors of SGBV, a plan has been laid down to conduct an assessment on risks to SGBV, prevalence and service based mapping assessment with emphasis on accessibility and delivery mechanisms in Turkana West Sub County in 2 Wards of Letea and Songot. Interest services include medical, legal, psycho-social, rehabilitation along with service providers locations, addresses, contact details, etc.The assessment will be done in line with specific indicators of the project and will go a long way in identifying the legal and policy framework in place at county and Country level to address SGBV meted against both boys and girls in the entire Sub County. By this assessment, TdH-NL strongly believes that the mapping will not only identify the required services to the survivors, but also can identify the gaps or limitations that exist therein thereby informing responsive capacity building initiatives of key actors in the target project locations.
    Objective of the Rapid Assessment
    The overall objective of the consultancy is to map out SGBV prevalence/scale, associated risks and vulnerabilities among the children, the existing available and accessible services (medical, legal, psycho-social, rehabilitation, etc.) provided by the government and nongovernment organizations and other private sector to the survivors, and the gaps or limitations that exists in those interventions.
    Specific Objective

    Understand existing risks in relation to SGBV and its prevalence/scale in the targeted locations
    To determine the support required for children victims and survivors of SGBV
    To identify the existing available and accessible services, and service delivery mechanism/procedure to support survivors and its effectiveness
    To develop a database with detailed information of service providers offering SGBV/CP services to the survivors along with their locations, addresses and contact details
    To understand the roles and responsibilities, gaps and limitations and capacity needs of key SGBV service providers regarding the services provided to survivors
    To understand about the existing SGBV/CP referral and linkage system between the service providers
    Assess the county level legal and policy framework regarding provisions for SGBV/CP services or boys and girls

    Main Tasks of the Concultancy
    The consultant is expected to undertake the following tasks:

    Conduct inception meeting for the assignment and preparing an inception report
    Gathering and reviewing of all necessary documents mentioned in section
    Design the mapping in consultation with TdH-NL staff in a meeting with appropriate methodology, timing, roles and responsibilities of the team members, etc.
    Develop and finalize the tools based on consultation with TdH-NL staff, and conduct field testing
    Recruitment and implementation of the training for Data Collection Assistants
    Data collection of the available services and service providers offering medical, legal, psycho-social and rehabilitation services to the survivors, and the existing referral mechanisms/linkages
    Data cleaning, validation, entry, analysis and synthesis
    Develop a database containing all the relevant information about the identified service providers (both government and non-government organizations) including their names, location, offering services, contact details, etc.
    Develop and submission draft mapping report
    Organize a findings sharing workshop with the TdH-NL staff, Government representatives, UN agencies in the region and other relevant stakeholders to seek their input on the findings
    Incorporate feedback and finalize the report, and submit to TdH-NL

    Note

    The assigned tasks will need to focus on the above mentioned aspects, however, are not limited to them. Other associated tasks may and should be undertaken based on discussion and need.
    Submit the final rapid assessment report to TdH-NL’s Kenya Country Office. The raw data, the database which has been cleaned (both qualitative and quantitative, including original field notes for in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, as well as recorded audio material), and data collection tools used in the Rapid Assessment should be submitted together with the report. A simple inventory of materials handed over will be part of the record.

    Key Deliverables

    An inception report with the detailed work plan, approach, appropriate methodology and implementing arrangements for conducting the mapping
    Final tools/instruments of the prevalence, risks and service mapping
    Field manual for enumerators
    Training report of required number of enumerators and assistants
    Draft report which will be submitted within Seven (7) days after completion of the field work
    Presentation of the key findings to the stakeholders
    The final report of the assigned task which will be submitted within five days after the findings dissemination workshop with stakeholders
    Database that will be developed by containing detailed information of the service providers

    Note:

    All deliverables will be submitted in 2 copies; in hardcopy and softcopy in editable form.
    The contents of the report will be analysed and final payment will only be made upon approval of the final Rapid Assessment report by TdH-NL.

    Time frame
    The assignment is expected to be conducted over a period of 20 days between January and February 2020
    Role of Terre des Hommes Netherlands
    TdH-NL will provide all required background materials and programme documents to the consultant in a timely manner; and be the link between the consultant and the project sites in Turkana West Sub County.
    TdH-NL will review tools and provide support in the Mapping process including identifying venues for discussion.
    TdH-NL will manage the consultancy contract, monitoring adherence to specified deadlines, facilitating access to required information. In addition, TdH-NL will provide guidance throughout all phases of execution, approving all deliverables, and facilitating access to any documentation deemed relevant to the evaluation process.
    The consultant will be responsible for guiding the entire Mapping process and all other specific responsibilities as stipulated in the TOR.
    Expected Profile of the Consultant
    The lead consultant is expected to hold the following qualifications in order to be eligible for this position.
    Experience

    Minimum ten (10) years experience in designing, implementing, managing and coordinating of SGBV service mapping, stakeholders mapping/ analysis, assessment, survey/research, etc.
    An advanced degree in a relevant field is compulsory and Technical background in Child Rights programming, a strong background in Social work, Social Science and/or Project Planning and Management, with solid experience in conducting social research.
    Excellent academic and research background and have proven track record in conducting similar assignment
    Research experience on SGBV, Rights, Service Provision, etc. issues and previous working experience with Victims and survivors of SGBV and other forms of violence will be a strong advantage
    Knowledge and experience of using research/survey/mapping concept, approaches, tools, techniques, methodologies, sampling, etc.
    Experience in qualitative and quantitative data collection, validation, entry and analysis using statistical software and drafting skills.
    Experience of working with local communities and non-governmental organisations.
    Knowledge of and interest in the national and international provisions on child protection as well relevant policies on child protection/ child exploitation.
    Fluency in English and Kiswahili, both orally and written.

    Skills and Competencies

    Strong and sound analytical skills on gender analysis in overall aspects of mapping designing and conducting
    Excellent communication and facilitation skills as well as fluency in English
    Ability to work collaboratively with multiple individuals and groups
    Ability to produce high quality work under tight timeframes
    Proof of having undertaken similar assignments
    Ability to develop high quality research/survey/assessment/mapping reports in English

    Child Safeguarding Measurers
    In line with the UNCRC, Terre des Hommes Netherlands strives to keep children safe in all its undertakings. A screening and reference check of the successful candidate will be conducted during the selection process. The successful applicant will be required to read, understand, and commit to abide by TdH-NL’s Child Safeguarding Policies and Guidelines. The institution/firm or individual consultant will sign the policies to indicate an understanding of, and commitment to follow the policy requirements. The methodologies used in this study must abide by the universally acceptable standards for involving children in research.
    Ethical Considerations
    All participants involved in the assessment are expected to be treated with dignity and respect, and participation in the study will be voluntary. Confidentiality and the right to privacy should be ensured. Consent will be obtained from all participants prior to their participation. Interviewing of children will only be done for children above 12 years, with the consent of their parents/caregivers and if they themselves are comfortable participating and providing information. Where a child has been a victim of exploitation and abuse and shows signs of distress, a clear referral for counselling and psychosocial support should be done.
    There will be nothing in the study which may be harmful for the respondents in terms of legal or ethical grounds.. The research objectives will be clearly explained to all the respondents of the study before collecting data from them. The consultant/ firm will abstain from data collection from any person who will deny or show any reluctance in providing information. Written consent with signature or thumb impression of the respondents, therefore, needs to be obtained before collecting data. The researchers will be highly committed to the respondents to guard the privacy of their information and sources of data, as well as will put heartiest endeavour to be unbiased in collecting data. The research report will not reveal the identity of the respondents.

  • Media Campaign CSEC Coast Project Officer (Kenya)

    Media Campaign CSEC Coast Project Officer (Kenya)

    Duration: 5 months (December 2019 – April 2020)
    Start Date: 1st December 2019
    Terre des Hommes Netherlands is looking for a full time project officer for the Kenya Country Office, to be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travels to the Coast. This is a national short term position, open to applicants who can prove the right to live and work in Kenya.
    Objective of the Project Officer Role
    As part of our larger programme addressing child sexual exploitation at the Kenyan Coast, which comprises of advocacy, prevention and service provision interventions, during the peak tourist season of December 2019 – March 2020, TdH-NL intends to run an awareness campaign dubbed ‘Do not Look Away’ focusing on child sexual exploitation in general and more specifically on sexual exploitation of children in travel and tourism. This campaign will combine awareness creation for child sexual exploitation in general (perpetrators being locals as well as tourists), with a call to action for the general public to ‘Do not look away’ and report cases of sexual exploitation of children in travel and tourism specifically.
    TdH-NL is looking for a short term project officer who will work with the media consultant hired to run this campaign on behalf of and under the guidance of TdH-NL.
    The Media Campaign Project Officer will be responsible for the day to day implementation of the project, ensuring close monitoring of the media consultant to ensure timely delivery of activities. He/She operationally reports to the Country Manager Kenya, while at the same time receives mainly technical guidance from the Senior Communications Officer East Africa, with whom (s)he will be working closely together.
    Main Duties and Responsibilities

    a) Support Implementation of the CSEC Project in the Coast

    Constantly work with the media consultant to ensure timely, efficient and effective implementation of the media campaign project.
    Ensure efficient use of project resources and fulfillment of programme and finance commitments as per the consultancy contract.
    Guide the planning of the awareness campaign, while ensuring harmonisation within the existing CSEC programme at the Kenyan Coast, to create synergy of all the (communication) activities planned in this period across all TdH-NL ongoing CSEC projects.
    Work closely with TdH-NL’s partners in the Coast region, all relevant stakeholders to ensure coordinated services to victims of CSEC identified during the campaign period.
    Monitor the progress of the project including focus on support to victims of CSEC identified, other child protection concerns and provide feedback and advice to the Country Manager and others as appropriate for decision making.

    Programme results for the media consultant and project portfolio

    Support and monitor the project consultant through regular communication and programme visits and ensure that programme and finance commitments as per the consultancy contract are being fulfilled. Liaise with the TdH-NL Finance and Administration Officer regarding budgets and expenditures.
    Ensure that all scheduled project reports such as progress and financial reports are delivered timely and that they are of good quality, according to TdH-NL’s standards.
    Support the Senior Communications Officer East Africa at the TdH-NL Regional Office with information and materials for marketing and communication, e.g. news items (case stories, articles) and photos.
    Manage the procurement of branded items, if and where applicable, and other initiatives to increase TdH-NL’s visibility in-country.
    Maintain the database and regularly update project documentation/ files for reference by all concerned.
    In close collaboration with the consultant, monitor all media activities, their reach and their impact; and report on the same
    (i) Deliverable: Inception report(ii) Deliverable: Mid-campaign report(iii) Deliverable: Post campaign report

    Guidance and support to the Media campaign consultant

    Provide the required support to the consultant to ensure smooth implementation of activities as per the agreed scope of work and key deliverables.
    Guide the consultant and other project partners so that they improve on quality of work, efficiency, effectiveness of the desired outputs and sustainability of results.
    Safeguard project quality by maintaining an overview of supported projects and evaluating the quality of work and results. Ensure that project consultants follow the terms and conditions of the signed contract; facilitate them to keep track of key factors in project management, implementation and monitoring of results.

    Academic qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and desired Behavoiours

    Minimum Bachelor’s degree in development studies, project management, child rights, journalism, communications, or public relations.
    A minimum of 3 years experience in planning and executing media and public relations campaigns, within a not-for-profit environment focusing on awareness creation on child protection issues.
    Experience in Child Rights programming, Child exploitation and Child abuse is an advantage.
    Knowledge of and experience in project cycle management, including the use of Theory of Change and other planning tools.
    Experience with financial management.
    Strong interpersonal communication skills – excellent writing and oral skills in English and Kiswahili.
    Planning, organising & cooperation, performance oriented.
    High degree of taking initiative and working independently.
    Thorough and precise working style, with strong attention to detail.
    Ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities.

  • Field Coordinator

    Field Coordinator

    Categories: ☐ Collaboration ☐ Advice ☒ Management
    Function: Coordinator
    Location: Dadaab, Garissa, Kenya
    Reports to: Country Representative
    Number of subordinates: 25
    Working time in %: 100%
    Job Description: The Field Coordinator reports to the Country Representative and is in charge of representing Tdh and of implementing Tdh projects in Dadaab refugee camps and their host communities. S/he is responsible for staff management, finance and logistics, implementation of activities, programme development and reporting, and security.
    The Field Coordinator will work in direct collaboration with the delegation personnel and interface directly with the Country Representative, as appropriate for programm strategy, reporting and administration. S/he will have direct access to key information, such as the general strategy of Tdh in Kenya, including programming objectives in the field, financial details, and security guidelines.
    A professional sense of security, confidentiality, and proper representation is paramount.
    The incumbent will conduct his or her duties in respect of the Charter of Terre des hommes and Tdh Child Protection Policy.
    Terre des hommes expects that its contractors’ professional conduct reflect proper behaviour in accordance with local culture and traditions.
    The incumbent assures the moral protection of the name of Terre des hommes and defends in all circumstances the interests of the movement.
    Tdh intervenes without any affiliation for politics, religion or financial profit.
    The incumbent will direct his or her activities and engagements without preoccupation of political, racial or religious affiliation.
    Main Responsibilities:
    1. Child Protection Policy

    Commits to respect Tdh Child Protection Policy.
    Commits to ensure the best implementation possible of the Child Protection Policy in Dadaab, including participation in annual audit, and reviews and updates of action plan.
    Commits to inform the Country Representative and/or Head of Programs and/or the Desk Officer and to deal with any case of any allegations or possibility of transgression, even potential, of the Child Protection Policy.

    2. Line Management

    Supervises the Child Protection Project Manager, the MEAL assistant and the support team in Dadaab.
    Receives updates and makes recommendations to the Country Representative and to the Senior Management Team in Nairobi about programme, security and other key issues.

    3. Programme Strategy and planning

    Manages programming aspects of the Dabaab operations in line with Tdh and donors’ standards.
    In collaboration with the Country Representative and the Head of Programs, designs strategies and objectives for improved support to beneficiaries.
    Participates in the review of the strategy for Tdh in Kenya.
    Ensures the representation towards stakeholders in and around Dabaad.

    4. Corporate Policies, Management Systems and Procedures

    Contributes towards promoting and adhering to Terre des hommes’ Charter, Code of Conduct and Operating Principles.

    5. Child Protection Programme

    Acts as the instrument of management and facilitation for programme activities; ensures proper office functioning for the achievement of support roles and tasks while respecting budget and timeline parameters; a service-oriented support outlook will be maintained by support staff members.
    Follows and ensures respect of programme action plans; facilitates exchange and troubleshooting; follows up on Country Representative’s orientations.
    Contributes to proposal drafting as requested; review and edit final versions.
    Facilitates coordination among key staff members of project and support teams in Dadaab.
    Organises internal coordination meetings and workshops for cross-departmental issues and planning purposes in Dadaab.
    Participates to internal coordination meeting in Nairobi addressing operational highlights.
    Organises, maintains and supports a ‘back up’ system for key Tdh staff for coverage during work absences.
    Networks with other NGOs and entities in the interest of information sharing and best practices.

    6. Monitoring and Evaluation

    Supports the project team in implementing Tdh monitoring and evaluation system to evaluate programme results and makes recommendations for future programme directions.
    In coordination with the Head of Programs, monitors and evaluates monthly programme progress and makes recommendations.
    Facilitates the external evaluation as required by management and integrates recommendations in work plans.

    7. General Administration and Logistics

    Maintains signatory schedule for purchase and payment authorisations.
    In collaboration with the Finance Coordinator, reviews monthly budget vs. actual reports in order to orient future budgetary expenditures and allocations.
    Respects transparent management procedures as defined in the Tdh Kenya Staff Regulations.

    8. Human resources management

    Leads and manages project and support staff in Dadaab, encouraging effective team work and providing supervision and guidance, especially on issues related to cross-sectoral collaboration and harmonizing approaches.
    Raises any questions to the Country Representative regarding Tdh compliance with basic requirements of the local law in respect to employment conditions and related matters.
    Coordinates with the HR Manager to ensure accurate leave and R&R planning for staff working in Dadaab.
    Assists the HR Manager in staff resource planning: job descriptions, recruitment, induction and training for all staff as appropriate.
    Ensures regular performance appraisals and encourages the personal development plans and the identification of training needs.
    Ensures that project managers conduct disciplinary and grievance procedures and exit interviews, as necessary.

    9. Security

    Ensures that all Tdh staff in Dabaab, whether based there or visiting the project, are aware of Tdh security procedures and strictly comply with them.
    Collects primary indications for security matters from a variety of sources and share relevant information with the Country Representative and with the Dadaab team as relevant.
    Ensures the regular update of all security plan documents and tools, incl. emergency plans, contact lists, emergency kits, etc.

    10. Representation

    Ensures overall Tdh coordination with the UN agencies and government in Dadaab and operational representation where relevant in Dadaab area, including the sharing of information and reporting.
    Interacts with representatives of the local communities and ensures a constructive dialog to make sure that Tdh activities, policies and procedures are well known by local communities.
    Attends to all appropriate external humanitarian meetings, both general and sector, in order to ensure Tdh’s aims and activities are communicated with humanitarian partners.
    In coordination with the Country Representative, guarantees that all formalities required by the government are prepared properly, kept up to date, and presented punctually.
    Makes recommendations to the Country Representative regarding security issues, including enacting hibernation and/or evacuation plans.
    Acts as the local Tdh focal point for monitoring visits and local queries posed by donors.

    11. Reporting

    Produces a monthly report and submits it to the Country Representative.
    Integrates context assessment of Dadaab into reporting and communications; identifies geopolitical trends and indicators which may impact programme activities in Kenya.
    Coordinates, prepares and elaborates institutional donor reports for submission to the Country Representative.
    Ensures timely submission of monthly situation reports by Dadaab staff members.

    Competencies:
    This function requires the mastery of Personal, Social and Leadership Competencies (PSLC), Technical and Methodological Competencies (TMC) and Management and Strategic Competencies (MSC).
    In particular:

    Masters Degree in Social Sciences or any other related field from an accredited academic institution;
    Extensive project management experience (proposal development, report writing, budget management, staff development);
    At least 5 years of experience in a similar position/high management position in the field;
    Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills;
    Demonstrated ability to maintain integrity in performing responsibilities assigned;
    Mature individual, able to work independently, under pressure, able to maintain accuracy, paying attention to details, meeting deadlines and working with minimal supervision;
    Experience of security management in remote areas;
    Significant knowledge of international humanitarian response and donors;
    Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills with proven ability to work effectively and harmoniously with a team of colleagues
    Commitment to and understanding of Tdh aims,values and principles
    Experience working in Dadaab is an advantage.

    Languages:

    Fluent in English and Swahili, Somali an advantage

    Abuse Prevention Policy – Operational Risk Management

    Commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including: Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy
    Commit to ensure the best implementation possible of the Tdh Risk Management Policies
    Commit to inform supervisors and to deal with any cases, allegations, or possibility of transgression, even potential, of the Tdh Risk Management Policies.

  • Terms of Reference for Media Consultant (Kenya)

    Terms of Reference for Media Consultant (Kenya)

    The assignment
    As part of our larger programme addressing child sexual exploitation at the Kenyan Coast, which comprises of both advocacy and service provision interventions, during the peak tourist season of December 2019 – March 2020 TdH-NL intends to run an awareness campaign focusing on child sexual exploitation in general and more specifically on sexual exploitation of children in travel and tourism.
    This campaign will combine awareness creation for child sexual exploitation in general (perpetrators being locals as well as tourists), with a call to action for the general public to ‘Do not look away’ and report cases of sexual exploitation of children in travel and tourism specifically.
    TdH-NL is looking for a media consultant (or consultancy firm) who can run this campaign on our behalf and under our guidance.
    Objectives of the assignment

    Plan and locally run the awareness campaign at the Kenyan Coast
    Create a publicity buzz around the campaign with local coastal and national media in Kenya
    Ensure harmonisation within the existing CSEC programme at the Kenyan Coast, to create synergy of all the (communication) activities planned in this period across all TdH-NL ongoing CSEC projects

    Scope of work & deliverables

    Identify the main channels to reach domestic & international tourists holidaying at the Coast, as well as the local general public (a) Deliverable: Media selection document, indicating for each medium the rationale for selection, cost and reach
    Plan and implement the awareness campaign making use of these channels, ensuring maximum (and repeated) reach of the target audience (a) Deliverable: Awareness campaign planning (b) Deliverable: Proofs of awareness campaign implementation
    Plan, develop and produce all the campaign materials needed for this campaign (incorporating existing (adapted) film footage, as well as producing mainly print & outdoor advertising materials in cooperation with our regular press & graphic design studio) (a) Deliverables: All campaign materials needed
    Procure the necessary media space for this campaign, negotiating best rates and added value (a) Deliverable: Contracts of all the media space procured
    Develop and execute a (free) publicity plan for this campaign, including an official campaign launch, targeting local coastal as well as national Kenyan media (a) Deliverable: Publicity plan document (b) Deliverable: Campaign launch moment/event (c) Deliverable: Media coverage in at least 2 key national media and 2 key local coastal media
    Monitor all media activities, their reach and their impact; and report on the same (a) Deliverable: Inception report (b) Deliverable: Mid-campaign report (c) Deliverable: Post campaign report

    Duration of the assignment
    The awareness campaign should ideally run from 15 December 2019 up to 31 March 2020. Consultancy contract period will be from 1 December to 15 April 2019, to allow for project/campaign initiation and post campaign reporting. Within this contract period we estimate a total of 21 working days (approximately 12 days for tasks 1 t/m 4; 6 days for task 5; and 3 days for task 6).
    Required profile of the consultant
    We are looking for a passionate and committed consultant with the following profile, or a consultancy firm whose lead consultant for this assignment matches the following profile:

    Academic qualification: master’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or marketing
    Work experience: a minimum of 5 years experience in planning and executing media and public relations campaigns, within a not-for-profit environment focusing on awareness creation
    Demonstrable insight in the media landscape in Kenya, and specifically the local media in the coastal area
    Demonstrable success rates in achieving free publicity / media coverage for past campaigns/causes
    Portfolio of at least 3 similar assignments, including references/recommendations from these past clients
    Fluency in both written and oral English and Kiswahili
    Knowledge of child rights and related fields of child exploitation is a plus

  • Psychosocial Assistant

    Psychosocial Assistant

    Location: Dadaab
    Reports to (Hierarchically): Psychosocial Officer
    Number of subordinates: 1 Lay Counsellor, 11 Animators & 2 CFS Supervisors
    Position Grade: F
    Working time in % : 100%
    Starting date: 1st November 2019
    Length: 10 months with possibility of extension based on funding & Performance
    General description of the position:

    To provide psychosocial support to the selected medium risk cases or cases that need mental health interventions.
    Conduct monthly Symposiums, individual counselling, group therapy, play therapy and Family therapy to children identified with psychosocial distress
    Participate in needs assessments and project evaluations aiming at contributing to the development of the child protection programme strategy for the refugee community project in Dadaab refugee complex and in four villages of the host communities.
    Provide assistance to psychosocial senior officer in training and supervising the CP team and community based structures on the management of children and families with basic psychosocial and mental concerns.
    Assist psychosocial senior officer in training CP team members on the child friendly interviews techniques and implementation of psychosocial assessment.
    Under the supervision of the Child Protection Senior Officer, coordinate with the Child Protection BID/ Case Management Officer on assistance response to cases of children in need of psychosocial interventions.
    Train the lay counsellor, Animators and CFS supervisors on Psychological first aid
    Ensure monthly mobile CFS are conducted in the camp.
    Train and monitors the animators on the mobile CFS.
    Ensure children who can’t access the centres are reached through the monthly mobile CFS.
    Ensure the Child friendly spaces activities are conducted.
    Provide technical support to the child frienldly spaces supervisors.
    Monitor the two girl screened areas.
    Plan the leave schedule for the centre supervisors.
    Ensure that children living with disabilities are incorporated into child friendly spaces activities.
    Develop unit reports.
    Work closely with the data officer for efficient documentation of psychosocial work.

    Requirements

    Minimum bachelor degree in psychology or a related field from a recognized university
    Applicants who have national higher diploma in PSS with at least 3 years relevant experience are equally eligible to apply
    Experience in the use of community based approaches for the management of psychosocial and mental health issues
    Experience in application of innovative/creative and evidence based psychosocial and mental health issues
    Minimum of 1 year experience with prominence in psychosocial and mental health assignments
    Experience in case management including management of case conferences
    Project reporting and evaluation experience
    Staff supervision experience
    Fluency in English, Kiswahili and Somali Language, and knowledge of Somali culture and traditions is a plus

    Skills:

    Ability to be flexible and to work Independently
    Strong analytical and organizational skills.
    Good communication skills for team management and TDH representation.
    Understanding, interest and commitment to Humanitarian activities.

    Languages: Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Ability to communicate in Somali is a plus
    Abuse Prevention Policy – Operational Risk Management

    Commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including: Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy
    Commit to ensure the best implementation possible of the Tdh Risk Management Policies
    Commit to inform supervisors and to deal with any cases, allegations, or possibility of transgression, even potential, of the Tdh Risk Management Policies.

    Other: Knowledge of the Dadaab context