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  • Continental Marketing Specialist

    Continental Marketing Specialist

    About The Job

    To develop and implement marketing plans, execute projects and initiatives across the Fairtrade network that supports the broader short and long-term commercial strategy as well as overall corporate strategy. To ensure that the Fairtrade brand remains relevant to the target market and all brand/product initiatives support the Fairtrade brand promise.

    Key Duties And Responsibilities

    Brand and Consumer Marketing

    Develop and implement an integrated marketing & communication plans to deliver desired producer impact
    Responsible for elements of consumer marketing and Fairtrade brand administration, including brand strategy, consumer and trade promotions, product development, pricing, advertising, packaging development, financial analysis and budget management
    Champion Social & Behaviour change initiative in the South markets
    Identify and analyse product performance information, anticipate problems and contingency plans to ensure portfolio success
    Manage marketing and customer-driven programs including annual planning, brand presentations, overall shopper marketing insights and category guidelines.
    Aligned with the commercial strategy, execute a commodity exchange platform to support market access initiatives.
    In liaison with the External Communication and PR Coordinator and adherence with Fairtrade branding guideline, develop, design, produce and manage promotional materials in an efficient manner.

    Stakeholder Management

    Strategic management of key stakeholders’ relationships like NFOs, buyers, government agencies and donors across the globe.
    Through the programme and commercial teams, ensure producer involvement in marketing strategy development and execution
    Represent Fairtrade Africa at buyer meetings within the Fairtrade network, attending relevant conferences and meetings as required.
    In collaboration with the External Communication & PR Co-ordinator, provide National Fairtrade Organization’s with key information, sharing key achievements and success stories to communicate FTA’s impact.
    Manage any third-party agency on a-needs-basis.
    Support the Commercial Director by participating in strategic advocacy and technical working groups
    Know the ethical and legal compliance responsibilities of the position, raise questions and concerns when faced with an ethical or compliance issue, apply integrity in all aspects of professional conduct.

    Product Innovation

    Responsible for consumer and market research in collaboration with the Impact and Strategy team.
    Develop market and products dashboards with real time data and trends for strategic
    Use market research tools and mechanisms to lead product innovations for the producers
    Champion product innovation working groups

    Reporting and Documentation

    Develop and maintain monthly update reports on sales, marketing budgets, profitability and provide detailed input to be used by senior management for strategic planning
    Actively participate in resource mobilization and market access proposal writing procedures.
    Develop and maintain a Fairtrade product directory

    Qualifications

    SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

    A Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field.

    Professional Qualifications

    Post-graduate qualification in marketing e.g. Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
    Project Management certification will be an added advantage

    Experience And Knowledge

    At least 4 years’ experience of brand management and have at least 2 years’ experience in senior management
    Understanding of market research methods and analysis
    Experience in working in a matrix organization

    Skills And Competencies

    Strong communication skills
    Strong interpersonal and team player skills
    Demonstrated financial and project management skills
    Communication skills
    Leadership skills
    Strategic and analytical thinking skills;
    Problem -Solving skills
    Ability to drive change and innovation
    Aggressive, assertive and adaptable
    Business Acumen

     An application form (CVs will not be accepted) can be found on the jobs and volunteering page of our website http://www.fairtradeafrica.net/about-us/jobs-and-volunteering/ If you have any queries, please e-mail: recruitment@fairtradeafrica.net or call +254 202721930 and ask to speak to a member of the HR team.

    Qualified applicants will be subjected to background checks as a pre-condition of employment. Completed applications should be saved in the applicant’s name and the position (Continental Marketing Specialist) and be e-mailed to recruitment@fairtradeafrica.net .

    All applicants should state how they meet essential requirements of the post and include their email address, telephone contacts and three referees with contact details on the application form.

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.**

    Apply via :

    recruitment@fairtradeafrica.net

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  • Senior Programme Officer – RECOVER AFRICA Project -Kenya

    Senior Programme Officer – RECOVER AFRICA Project -Kenya

    Job Description

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the work of RECOVER AFRICA program implementation of relief and resilience activities in Kenya, the Senior Programme Officer will:

    Provide country-level operational support to RECOVER AFRICA project implementation, reporting and evaluation
    Provide strategic inputs to income diversification activities, to enable producer farmers to start economic recovery and resilience
    Coordinate with and report to Project Manager, relevant project mechanisms established and in-country partners on resolving key issues and challenges towards the successful implementation of project deliverables
    Serve as a primary organizational focal point for RECOVER AFRICA Project-related issues;
    Oversee the activities of contractors and consultants to ensure the project outputs are achieved;
    Identify and obtain any support and advice required for the management, planning and control of the project;
    Develop and update monthly work plans and expenditure plans based on the agreed project work-plan;
    Organize regular meetings for the project manager to report on work progress, discuss challenges and constraints;
    Ensure strict application of relevant donor financial and administrative rules and regulations.
    Oversee activity implementation against the project plan in close coordination with Head of Region and RECOVER AFRICA Project Manager
    Oversee reporting and communications, providing final review and quality assurance before submission of external reports, updates, and other publications for external audiences;
    In collaboration with RECOVER AFRICA Project Manager ensure spending projections and forecasts, procurement and recruitment plans, and work plans, are all developed and followed;
    Maintain, update, and regularly review RECOVER AFRICA country operational analysis, consolidating inputs from programs and finance
    Develop and regularly review program work plan, projections and spending, and achievements towards targets with technical component leads and finance to ensure timely and quality implementation;
    Ensure effective and coordinated budget monitoring/spending reviews occur on a regular basis, coordinating with finance
    Manage and monitor the project risks as initially identified in the Project Document, submit new risks to RECOVER AFRICA Project Manager for consideration and decision on possible actions if required; update the status of these risks by maintaining the Project Risks Log;
    Prepare Monthly Progress Report (progress against planned activities, update on Risks and Issues, expenditures) and submit the report to COVID 19 Technical Committee

    KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Agriculture or related field

    Experience and Knowledge

    A minimum of 3 years’ experience in agricultural development
    Experience in supporting ethical and sustainable supply chains
    Knowledge of agricultural development and sustainable business practices
    Knowledge and understanding of Fairtrade standards
    Thematic knowledge and expertise in FTA’s priority areas
    Knowledge and understanding of income diversification strategies and projects

    Skills

    Good command of spoken and written English.
    Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with individuals across multi-functional disciplines
    Conflict resolution skills
    Good organizational skills
    Good training and facilitation skills

    Notes: This job description is intended as a guide and should not be viewed as an inflexible specification as it may be varied from time to time in the light of strategic developments following discussion with the post holder. The post holder will be expected to work to agreed objectives, which should facilitate achievements of the key responsibilities in accordance with the Performance Review Process.

    Please send the applications to recruitment@fairtradeafrica.netThe closing date for receiving the application is 15th October 2020.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

    Apply via :

    recruitment@fairtradeafrica.net

  • Developing Guidelines for Sustainable Product and Country Networks in Fairtrade Africa

    Developing Guidelines for Sustainable Product and Country Networks in Fairtrade Africa

    Introduction

    Fairtrade Africa has implemented multiple approaches to delivering producer support services and advocacy interventions over the past decade. Drawing on this experience, Fairtrade Africa will place greater emphasis on product and country networks as a primary means of delivering support services and advocacy to maximise impact and efficiency.
    The purpose of this consultancy is to develop guidelines that will be used to strengthen our country and product networks:
    i. Guidelines for existing and potential partners on how to establish and maintain networks. This will help those managing and participating in networks to be successful in creating and contributing to fulfil their own specific objectives, and importantly ensure a level of accountability necessary to be credible advocates and attract 3rd party support and collaboration. This document will also include an analysis of training and support needs at various stages of network evolution, and how this can be provided (via Fairtrade Africa or 3rd parties).
    ii. Internal operating guidelines for Fairtrade Africa to provide a consistent and effective approach to the establishment, maintenance and accountability of networks. This will include an analysis of key individual competencies and associated training for staff who are tasked with supporting networks.
    To achieve these outcomes, the consultancy will draw out the experiences and insights associated with past and present product and country networks through extensive consultation with those involved and desk reviews of relevant documentation. This will ensure the richness of information that exists can be made accessible and useful for future day to day operations.

    Milestones and Outputs of the Consultancy

    Consultation and information gathering

    Preliminary:
    Collation and review of existing documentation at Fairtrade Africa
    Establish contacts with six (6) product and country network collaborators past and present
    Establish dialogue with the Latin American and Caribbean Network of Fairtrade Small Producers and Workers (CLAC), for their contribution given their similar approach.
    Online interviews with network collaborators to understand and collect:
    Examples of best practices and pitfalls: governance and operational management
    Samples of control systems and policies adopted by networks to function effectively
    Training and support need at different points of maturity, from conception to set up through to ongoing operations
    Online interviews with relevant Fairtrade Africa management and support staff to establish:
    Different operational approaches to facilitating networks
    Key competencies and associated skills training required to provide effective support to networks
    Map existing and potential future networks versus capacity
    Establish common support resources available to networks
    Desktop review:

    Lessons and insights external to Fairtrade for consideration

    Collate information into a draft operational guide(s)
    Guidelines For Existing And Aspirational Networks

     Conditions for success
    ‘How to’ guidance to establish, govern and run a network
    Roles and responsibilities of the network versus Fairtrade Africa staff
    Minimal accountability obligations for credibility, and how to fulfil these commitments
    Sample policies and control systems as a common resource

    Internal Manual For Fairtrade Africa Support Staff

    Best practise and scope of work for staff facilitating networks – for a consistent approach
    Capacity considerations to meet existing and future projected demand
    Delivering support centrally through Fairtrade Africa versus through the network
    Networking of networks
    3: Consult and finalise guide(s)
    Fairtrade Africa Management And Staff
    Review and feedback on draft(s)
    Alteration of drafts based on this feedback
    Project Collaborators
    Review and feedback on draft(s)
    Alteration of drafts based on this feedback
    Fairtrade Africa Management
    Review and finalisation of documentation

    Deliverables

    Guidelines for existing and potential networks;
    An internal manual for Fairtrade Africa support staff; and
    A report that outlines the key achievements, challenges, recommendations (to FTA) as well as lessons learned.
    Timelines It is proposed that the assignment begins on 1 September 2020. However, the precise dates of will be agreed on with the consultant prior to kick off.

    A tentative schedule is provided in the table below.

    Work stage Proposed Allocation (Days).
    Review of existing documentation at FTA, planning the assignment 2
    Interviews with network collaborators and collection and analysis of operational documentation 12
    Online interviews FTA 5
    Desktop review – including CLAC interview(s) and review of CLAC documentation 1
    Developing network guidelines 2.5
    Developing FTA guidelines 2.5
    Consulting and refining with FTA staff and collaborators 3
    Estimated Duration of Assignment 29 days

    Required Qualifications

    Masters’ degree in a relevant area;
    Demonstrable experience in developing the organizational capacity of producer organizations or producer organization networks;
    Good understanding of Fairtrade and global agricultural supply chains, especially from the producer nations perspective;
    Strong command of written and spoken English, with demonstrated ability to produce well-written documents, in the clear, concise and correct language.

    Interested applicants are requested to submit their proposals in electronic format by 24th August 2020 to procurement@fairtradeafrica.net no later than 17:00 EAT.These proposals should contain the following documents:

    Apply via :

    procurement@fairtradeafrica.net

  • Commercial Director

    Commercial Director

    The Commercial Director reports to the Executive Director. He/She is responsible for all commercial facing activities for FTA’s service offerings to Fairtrade producers across Africa and the Middle East, ensuring that all related functions are aligned to meet FTA’s strategic objectives. The goal is to promote and expand FTA members’ commercial activity that will help generate revenues and lead to sustainable growth and improved livelihoods in Africa.
    Working as part of the Leadership Team, the Commercial Director will lead FTA’s functional efforts to optimize sales for our members under Fairtrade terms and to assist them in capturing additional value from the respective supply chains.

    Responsible for drafting, implementing, and evaluating cross-functional strategies that will enable FTA members’ commercial efforts on the ground and work as one with other parts of the Fairtrade International system to optimize the value captured for our farmers and workers.
    Qualifications and Experience
     
    Professional Experience

    The ideal candidate will have worked in a commercial senior role at a well-known organisation and with a proven success track record, with:

    At least seven years of senior-level commercial management experience with a reputable organization.
    Has strong business and commercial strategy background that will be suitable for the Africa region, specifically African market.
    Proven and demonstrable experience in sales and/or marketing and managing relationships with key stakeholders, networks, partners, producers and clients.
    Proven relevant commercial and value chain experience working in both developed and developing markets across multiple countries and cultures.
    In-depth understanding of market research methods and analysis.
    An extensive network of relevant commercial contacts across different African, Middle East and Asian countries.
    Experience in the delivery of strong marketing campaigns with measurable results.
    Experience in developing marketing plans, media and engagement strategies and measuring results.
    Ability to build effective working relationships across functional areas will be essential together with solid experience of leading change management programmes.
    The ability to influence and build consensus with member organizations and shape strategic and policy direction and decisions of Fairtrade.
    Proven experience of budget management and operational planning.
    Creative, innovative, proactive and good organisation skills
    Experience in working from a clean slate and can set up systems and structures for the new directorate.

    Personal characteristics

    Open-minded and collaborative
    Confident, competitive, enthusiastic and resilient
    Strong analytical skills
    Ability to formulate concepts and strategies.
    Decision strength and ability to initiate action
    Exceptional relationship management and networking skills.
    Exceptional influencing and negotiating skills.
    Pragmatic and hands-on
    Exceptional communication and presentation skills – both verbal and in writing
    Excellent leadership and management skills.
    The ability to work independently in a high-pressured environment with conflicting demands.

    Education
    University degree, combined with a specialization in commerce, marketing, sales

    Language
    Fluency in English; Other international language such as French, German, Spanish is a plus
    Terms of Appointment
    This is a full-time position with the successful candidate being contracted on a three-year basis with the possibility of renewal based on funding and performance.

    Please note: This job description is intended as a guide and should not be viewed as an inflexible specification as it may be varied from time to time in the light of strategic developments following discussion with the post holder. The post holder will be expected to work to agreed objectives, which should facilitate achievements of the key responsibilities in accordance with the Performance Review Process.

    Apply via :

    www.sri-executive.com

  • Consultancy: Advocacy Training

    Consultancy: Advocacy Training

    TERMS OF REFERENCE
    Consultancy on Advocacy Training for Product networks
    Introduction and Background
    Currently FTA-ECAN has product networks for coffee, flowers and tea in Kenya; and country networks in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. \\r\\nFTA is seeking to engage a consultant who will provide training to country/ product networks in Eastern and Central Africa Network on producer led advocacy.
    Objective of the Consultancy
    The overall objective of the consultancy service is to train 60 participants from the Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda and Ethiopia country or product networks on producer led advocacy.  At the end of the training process, the 60 participants from the different country/ product networks should be equipped to train others within their organization as well as support the development and implementation of advocacy actions within their organization and hence engagement in policy and legislative processes at national and local levels
    Methodology and Scope of Work
    Because of the current restrictions on travel and gatherings, the training will be conducted virtually. It is expected that varying participatory methods will be applied in order to maximize participant involvement and learning while accommodating diverse learning styles. Case studies, group work and brainstorming should be used for every conceptual session to ensure participants are fully engaged and their knowledge gaps are addressed. However, any other creative and progressive methods of learning can be proposed and considered by the consultant.\\r\\nA rapid assessment using a pre self-assessment tool shall be developed and filled in by the participants before the training and a post training assessment on the level of knowledge gained.
    Key Tasks and Deliverables
    The consultant will be required do the following:\\r\\n• Undertake virtual survey and needs assessment for the participants to be trained
    Develop interactive and detailed training modules/training session plan and all accompanying background material for the delivery of the training workshops. This should include a quality assurance plan for the sessions
    It is expected that the workshops will provide participants with knowledge and skills on at least, but not exclusive to the following:
    Basics of Lobbying, policy analysis and advocacy;
    Evidence based advocacy;
    Influencing planning processes at local and national levels
    Identifying strategies which reflect the needs of different groups (such as women, refugees and youth groups, among others);
    Generation and dissemination of evidence-based documents (position papers, petition and case studies) to facilitate civil society advocacy and lobbying at different levels.
    Share training tools developed with FTA prior to the training date;
    Based on the adopted methodology and training/workshop scheduled, deliver the program in a manner that enables learning and application;
    Develop a detailed evaluation of the modules/workshop(s) by the participants so that the workshop/training materials can be improved according to the participant feedback
    Develop and submit high quality training report that incorporates day-to-day deliberations (capturing the voices) and that also outlines the main opportunities, challenges, remaining needs and suggested way forward for the producer/ country networks.
    Required Qualifications
    Potential consultant(s) should possess an Advanced University Degree in development studies, international relations or other related disciplines.
    Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering advocacy training, particularly within the development sector and/or on global issues within the past three (3) years.
    Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in providing trainings to non-governmental and development organizations
    Good knowledge of latest developments in international best practices related to advocacy.
    Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English, Kiswahili/ French.
    Demonstrated experience in carrying out similar assignments with supporting documentation.

    Interested applicants are requested to submit their technical & financial proposals in electronic format by 20th July 2020 to recruitments@fairtradeafrica.net no later than 5:30 PM.Late submissions will be rejected. Applications without the financial proposal will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further processing.

    Apply via :

    recruitments@fairtradeafrica.net

  • Head of Region – Eastern and Central Africa

    Head of Region – Eastern and Central Africa

    To lead the overall development, coordination and implementation of FTA’s programmes, projects and activities in the East and Central Africa region leading to achievement of FTA’s mission and vision.
    REPORTING LINES: Post holder reports to Programmes Director
    Staff reporting to this post:

    Flower Manager
    Operations Manager
    Tea and Coffee Manager
    Dignity for all (D4A) Project Coordinator, Ethiopia

    BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: Yes
    Key Performance Areas

    Programme Management
    Formulate regional plan and Budget, develop and implement FTA producer support strategy in the region and ensure the implementation of programmes and projects through planning, coordinating and prioritizing regional activities
    Use regional producer knowledge to provide input on the development of FTA’s corporate programming strategy and the prioritization of programme activity
    In conjunction with the Partnerships Coordinator, design and develop FTA partnership strategies
    Collaborate with implementing partners to bring proposals to life through practical design of implementation plans, deliverable timelines and project milestones, and partnership infrastructure.
    Liaise with implementing partners and programming staff to ensure that programmes are managed as planned, milestones are met, and deliverables are fulfilled.
    Ensure the development of plans to maximize producer and member organization engagement and participation.
    Assist in the identification of commercial opportunities and facilitate NFO, donor and buyer visits to the regions
    Prepare and regularly review a detailed risk assessment for producer support strategy and associated projects to identify, manage and mitigate any risks to project delivery
    Ensure effective working relationships with key stakeholders and the Regional Congress
    Ensure the effective monitoring and evaluation of all regional programme activity.
    Advocacy and Producer Support
    Identify producers’ challenges and issues for inclusion in the regional advocacy strategy
    Represent the region in stakeholder engagements and in external fora
    Engage in advocacy with high-level targets on key priorities for producers
    Support the Strategy and Impact Director in providing updates and information on the Region’s advocacy work to board members and potential donors
    Engage and provide feedback to NFOs, FI, colleagues within FTA, and other partners
    Support the fundraising strategy, identifying fundraising opportunities, developing proposals to meet the financial demands for regional programmes and projects.
    Develop a marketing plan to build producer network membership to engage more regional organizations to become members.
    General Management
    Plan and review the progress of programme strategy and financial management at regular intervals (monthly, quarterly and annually).
    Ensure the provision of regional reports on grants, M&E, Finance, Programme activity
    Prepare and manage overall annual regional budgets
    Plan, coordinate and execute the annual operational plan for the programmes function, providing the team with the needed direction to achieve results and hold them accountable.
    Support staff in developing realistic work plans based programmatic needs.
    Regularly discuss performance, giving timely, constructive feedback, providing support to address issues and acting when necessary
    Provide technical support, guidance and development for team members
    Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement

    Qualifications

    Master’s Degree in Economics, Agriculture or related field Experience and Knowledge
    At least 8 years senior programme management experience
    Experience in developing and implementing capacity improvement strategies
    Experience of managing field teams
    A good working knowledge of key issues and trends developing and supporting ethical and sustainable supply chains Skills
    Good strategy and planning skills
    Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
    Project management skills
    Strong analytical skills

  • Executive Director

    Executive Director

    Reporting to the FTA Board and working with the Commercial Director, Finance and Administration Director, Programmes Director, Strategy and Impact Director, Executive Assistant, and External Communications Coordinator, the Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the FTA with broad responsibilities for the implementation of FTA’s strategic goals and the management of its resources.  
    To view the full Job description please visit our website: https://www.sri-executive.com/offer/?id=8666.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    The Executive Director will have the following key duties and responsibilities:

    Strategy

    Advise the Board on strategy, formulate a strategic plan and manage its progress
    Develop an income strategy in conjunction with the Board to secure funding from a variety of sources
    Develop and implement a long-term development strategy for sustainability and dynamic growth of the organisation’s programme activities and capacity
    Establish the key risks for the organisation and monitor and take appropriate steps to manage risk
    Establish key performance indicators for the organisation, monitor and take appropriate steps to manage underperformance

    Governance and Legal

    Maintain a proactive relationship with the Board Chair and Regional Boards working with them to fulfill their duties and legal and other responsibilities for the proper governance of FTA
    Ensure that the organization has the right management systems and structures in place to carry out its work effectively, accountably and safely, and that professional standards are met
    Ensure the organisation fulfils its statutory and legal obligations
    Oversees and report the organization’s results to board of directors.
    Responsible for planning, organization, and direction of the organization’s operations and programs in consultation with the board of Directors

    Leadership / Management

    Build and lead an effective team dedicated to fulfilling the organization’s mission through highly successful program implementation, community engagement, and fundraising targets
    Manage a culturally diverse staff, clientele and community whose skills, cultures and spoken languages reflect the communities Fairtrade Africa serves
    Ensure the existence of a comprehensive human resources strategy and effective systems for the recruitment, induction, probation, training, development, and ongoing performance management of FTA staff.
    Role model effective people management behaviours, emphasising their importance to line managers and hold them accountable.
    Support direct reports to develop their leadership capabilities, providing direct and honest feedback and ensuring relevant support.

    Stakeholder Engagement

    Provide leadership, motivation, support and guidance to the senior team and build a culture of high performance, continual learning and listening and accountability throughout the organisation
    Establish a mechanism for young people/beneficiaries to feed into the senior management team and trustee board and be involved in decision-making
    Provide leadership to the regional teams to empower them to develop their work locally and develop a producer led culture.
    Develop effective partnerships with funders, Fairtrade international and national buyers’ networks, implementing partners.
    Develop and maintain strategic relationships with other NGOs, governments, civil society and other relevant stakeholders

    External Communications

    Serve as the face of the organization and actively participate in external events, both increasing visibility, credibility, and brand in the market, and developing strategic partnerships in order to increase community awareness of FTA brand.
    Work with staff and board on annual benefit and oversee all external communication materials including, website, marketing materials, newsletters and social media content.
    Ensure the development of and drive the implementation of the overall communications strategy and a range of messaging for key audiences.
    Ensure the needs of members and producers are reflected both internally and externally.
    Act as a spokesperson for FTA, representing producer’s needs.

    Financial Management

    Ensure the overall financial health of the organisation in conjunction with the Board.
    Ensure the production of an annual budget with the Head of Finance and Administration ensure the sound financial management of FTA within that budget.
    Ensure full and accurate reporting including the preparation of an annual report and financial accounts
    Ensure conformity to partner/donor financial reporting requirements.
    Develops and implements consistent inventory and cost accounting policies, procedures, and operational reporting/metrics.
    Coordinate and lead annual budget reviews, monthly and quarterly reviews, and periodic forecast updates with operational and senior management for all locations.

    Fundraising

    Set and meet aggressive annual fundraising goals, in partnership with board of directors, to secure financial support from foundations, corporations, Fairtrade Africa members, and government funding sources.
    Lead and develop the fundraising strategy, identifying new income streams and products.
    Ensure the development of proposals in response to major bids and contracts.
    Build strong relationships with a range of potential funders and develop opportunities to identify and cultivate fundraising opportunities with high value donors.
    Prepare accurate and timely analyses that capture and communicate fundraising results, variances, and performance trends.
    Ensures that services and funding relationships are robust enough to meet or exceed strategic goals and objectives.

    Programme Management

    Ensure the monitoring and evaluation of FTA programmes
    Provide leadership and management oversight of FTA fiscal and programmatic operations
    Encourage a culture of self-evaluation, monitoring and continuous learning
    Ensure coherence in the implementation of programme activity

    Qualifications and Experience
    Qualifications

    Master’s Degree in Agricultural Development/Economics, Rural Development, Development Studies or related studies

    Experience and Knowledge

    A minimum of 12 years’ senior level management experience at a non-profit international organisation with Board level interface
    Experience in fundraising raising, presenting to and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders in a variety of formats; being the ‘public face’ of an organization
    Experience of building and maintaining positive relationships with staff, funders, statutory agencies and other key stakeholders.
    Experience in lobbying on behalf agricultural and horticultural producers for access to regional and international markets.
    Experience in working with small scale farming communities and advocating for their needs at policy level with governments and other policy and regulatory bodies.
    Knowledge of charity budgeting and principles of financial and management accounting; understanding of accounting principles for different funding sources

    Skills

    Ability to think strategically
    Leadership skills
    Outstanding communication skills, both oral, written and online to both internal and external audiences
    Excellent presentation and persuasion skills
    Influencing, negotiation and networking skills
    Charismatic speaker; well respected in the sector.

    Terms of Appointment
    This is a full-time position with the successful candidate being contracted on a three-year basis with the possibility of renewal based on funding and performance.

    Please note: This job description is intended as a guide and should not be viewed as an inflexible specification as it may be varied from time to time in the light of strategic developments following discussion with the post holder. The post holder will be expected to work to agreed objectives, which should facilitate achievements of the key responsibilities in accordance with the Performance Review Process.

  • Monitoring, Evaluation and learning Manager Fundraising Officer

    Monitoring, Evaluation and learning Manager Fundraising Officer

    Dignity For All (D4A) Impact Programme- (FTA and Fairtrade Finland Partnership
    Programme)
    This is a four year (2018-2021) Programme funded by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs (MFA) of
    Finland with additional match fund from commercial partners i.e. Gustav Paulig, Aldi (UK),
    Swedish Postcode Lottery, Fairtrade Sweden and Fairtrade Finland. Underpinned by the
    Fairtrade Theory of Change (ToC), D4A Impact Programme seeks justice and fairness through
    exercising rights and freedoms, empowerment through strengthening the assets and capabilities
    of the most marginalized farmers and workers, and the attainment of sustainable livelihoods
    through building resilient agro-based trade systems and societies.
    The programme is aimed at capturing and assessing simultaneous change in four areas (spheres
    of change): Small producer & worker organizations; Supply chain business practices; Consumer
    behaviour and Civil Society action.
    The programme has six projects that are currently being implemented in four countries across
    Africa i.e. Ghana, Ethiopia, Malawi and South Africa within six value chains i.e. banana, flowers,
    wine, tea, coffee and cocoa. It focuses on Fairtrade Africa’s (FTA’s) key thematic areas of gender
    and social compliance, workers’ rights, living income and living wage.
    Working closely with D4A Programme Manager, this role will specifically focus on offering
    required MEL support for each of the 6 D4A projects and overall D4A Programme.
    To ensure strong M&E systems are in place across all D4A Projects and overall D4A Impact
    Programme; oversee data collection and analysis and build the M&E capacity of D4A Programme
    staff and partners.
    To ensure outcomes and Impact are tracked and insights used to facilitate effective planning,
    implementation, performance evaluation and decision making at project and programme levels.
    Qualifications
    JOB PURPOSE
    Skills & Experience Required
    Bachelor’s degree in development studies, social science or related field
    Experience and Knowledge

    At least 5 years’ data collection, management and analysis experience in MEL in the NGO sector
    Experience designing or participating in evaluation activities
    Knowledge in research methodology and statistical tools for data analysis
    Other Preferred Specialist Training Or Certifications
     Project Management
     Training on gender and/or disability inclusiveness desirable

    Skills

    Excellent IT and database management skills
    Analytical Skills
    Excellent Communication and reporting skills
    Problem solving skills, with the ability to think creatively
    Capacity development skills, ability to mentor, advise and influence others
    Experience in report writing
    Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact with individuals across multi- functional and cultural disciplines
    Excellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple work-streams with various partners at any one time
    Ability to build capacity of staff and partner organizations

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  • Standards and Certification Officer Policy, Research and Advocacy Officer Business Support Officer – Flowers

    Standards and Certification Officer Policy, Research and Advocacy Officer Business Support Officer – Flowers

    Main functions
    Support integration of fairtrade standards improvement measures in projects to ensure compliance and additionally support revision of Fairtrade Labelling Organisations (FLO) standards Support training and communication on standards and their updates to FTA producer members Support producer organisations develop systems for maintaining fairtrade standards Follow through certification decisions to maintain producers in the system Ensure FTA’s organisational capacity on standards is improved and maintained.
    Key responsibilities

    Contribute to drafting, updating, editing and translating generic and product specific standards, both for products for which Fairtrade standards exist and for new products; consulting with the Fairtrade certification organization and with Fairtrade stakeholders, other organizations and persons as appropriate;
    Design of standard setting projects, preparation of the necessary papers (progress and final reports) to the Standards Committee and/or the Standards Director for decision making on standards.
    Whenever applicable, design of such projects by tendering of those projects, selection of consultants, guiding the consultant during the project and final endorsement of the consultant’s report;
    Comparative analysis of Fairtrade and other ethical standards and contribute to defining relationships between these;
    Contribute to the development and improvement of standards methodologies in pricing for Fairtrade labelling;
    Contribute to discussions on standards and policies on labelling of Fairtrade products, in particular within the framework of the Standards Committee;
    Ensure the updating of standards in all of FTA’s information and communication;
    Contribute to execution of general (office) tasks related to work in standards and policies as they come up;
    To collaborate with FLO, FLO-CERT and National Fairtrade Organisations (NFOs) as necessary for the purpose of consistency in certification decisions;
    Feedback certification decisions and analysis into Fairtrade policy and standards development process. Support FTA members to remain certified and to appeal certification decisions, where applicable Work effectively and collaboratively with various functions through joint planning, training and monitoring on compliance to Fairtrade Standards by producers.
    Demystify understanding of standards and certification within FTA and its stakeholders

    Knowledge and Experience Required:

    Educational background in Agricultural science, Agricultural (economics) or development studies Minimum of 3 years’ relevant professional experience
    Professional experience with project management and outsourcing of projects to consultants
    Advanced knowledge of smallholder and workers’ social and economic conditions in developing countries
    Excellent knowledge and understanding of voluntary certification schemes
    Strong motivation for Fairtrade and its standard setting and guaranteeing system
    Languages: Fluency in English, working knowledge in French would be preferred
    Professional experience of work in international development, particularly small business development
    Professional experience of work in the not-for-profit sector
    Experience in working with people from different cultures and backgrounds
    Ability to work with standard operating procedures and fixed Fairtrade principles

    Desired:

    Post-graduate qualification in a relevant discipline (environmental conservation, Standards and Certification, sustainable development or a related field);
    Expertise in sustainability challenges in international supply chains, certification and labeling, ethical standards and standards setting processes

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  • Grants Accountant

    Grants Accountant

    ABOUT THE JOB
    You are responsible for the entire Partners’ Financial Management and Grant Management as well as for essential supportive tasks within the Fairtrade Africa (FTA) Finance Unit staff.
    TEAM: Secretariat
    REPORTING LINES:
    Post holder reports to: Finance Manager
    Staff reporting to this post: none
    BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: Yes
    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
    Key Performance Areas
    Grants & Partner Management

    Ensure budget control by adequately checking all costs that are chargeable to grants/ projects.
    Participate in grant proposal development and extensions, by providing technical support in development of grant budgets that are in line with effective implementation of grants, donor requirements and FTA policy
    Review Field Financial Documents/Sub-grantee documents regularly to ascertain the level of internal controls in the financial process.
    Continuously monitor budget commitments for projects and advise Line Manager on any significant occurrences
    Monitor financial performance for grants and produce reports according to donor reporting requirements
    Manage preparation, consolidation and distribution of timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements reflecting status of projects and or programs on grant-to-date basis in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and donor requirements
    Develop Partners financial reporting template and guidelines for use during reporting.
    Facilitate transfer of funds to partners and ensure close monitoring of utilization of funds.
    Carry out periodic review of internal control environment affecting both program and support operations for potential risk exposures; continually monitor and update the assessment of the control environment, keeping abreast of significant control aspects
    Monitor compliance with grant funding requirements and provide appropriate guidance to programme and partner staff including allowable and non-allowable costs, grant closeout, preparation of budget modifications and requests for carry over or extensions as needed
    Support developing/drafting contracts for partners that are compliant to FTA donors regulations
    Regularly review of partner organization’s reports and provide them with documented feedback ensuring they comply with FTA Financial Management Guidelines
    Execute other tasks and responsibilities assigned by the Finance Manager

    Financial Management

    Post and review all expenditures and transactions in Hansaworld, according to programme and projects budgets and FTA guidelines
    Ensuring that all information required for audit is availed including financial reports
    Review payments, journal entries, cost allocations and other postings into accounting system and ensure proper coding, data quality and integrity of all accounting/financial transactions
    Analyse risk areas in internal controls and recommend mitigating measures
    Carry out monthly reconciliations of sub award accounts.

    SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
    Knowledge and experience
    Minimum Academic Requirement

    A holder of university degree in Business Management, Commerce or any other equivalent qualification
    Certified Public Accountant in Kenya and a registered member with ICPAK in good standing

    Other Specialist Training and technical skills

    Command of Accounting Systems, in particular Hansaworld. Experience in Programme Management Information systems an added advantage
    Experience in managing large donor-funded budgets and reporting to donors.
    At least four years of experience in similar functions in an international non-governmental organization
    Advanced book-keeping skills, including the ability to analyse financial information and prepare complete financial statements.
    Experience in enforcing internal financial procedures
    Proactive attitude to budget monitoring and reporting, preferably with experience in advanced reporting requirements
    The candidate must be accurate, thorough, and able to consistently meet deadlines.
    Proficiency in English language, both written and spoken
    Possess advance Excel skills
    Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact with individuals across multi-functional and cultural disciplines

    Minimum Years of Relevant Experience
    At least 3- 5 years’ experience in a similar position
    Communication demands and competencies

    Good command of spoken and written English
    Experience in report writing