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  • Programme Team Lead

    Programme Team Lead

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
    KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

    Planning and implementation lead his/her team in identifying producer needs, planning, budgeting and implementation of field level activities and producer services

    Provide administrative and logistical support to his/her team
    Coordinate and support field staff access to logistical requirements for activity implementation
    Prepare draft annual work plans in line with programme or core objectives for approval
    Develop, and or update field activity implementation guidelines based on learnings from implementation and producer needs

    Reporting and Communication

    Lead in preparation of all field level reports on progress of implementation
    Effectively respond to all queries concerning field implementation Ensure effective two-way communication between producer organizations and field staff
    Facilitate joint planning and review with producer organizations and ensure timely gathering and distribution of information to producer organizations
    Regularly make follow ups and collect feedback/information from producer organizations for monitoring & evaluation of services received to inform improvements
    Prepare summaries for the programmer’s annual plans, reports and articles

    Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning

    Closely monitor programme performance (Financial and programmatic) and propose strategies for continuous improvement
    In close collaboration with the MEL team, support on all monitoring and evaluation related activities
    Monitor capacity building efforts
    Submit high quality narrative and financial reports in accordance with project and organizational requirements (monthly, quarterly, bi-annually and annually)
    Provide information and data on a timely basis to the Fairtrade Africa MEL function including but not limited to quantitative and qualitative reporting
    Establish and maintain a database of all programme documents and reports area of operation

    Stakeholder and Partners’ Support

    Coordinate field trips for partners and other stakeholders
    In liaison with partnership coordinator increase partnership and networking between producers, government officials, civil society and the private sector

    Accounting Support and Resource Mobilization

    Effectively track field level income and expenses
    Prepare and/or approve budgets for his/her team members’ field activities and workshops
    Prepare monthly and quarterly budget report on field level activities
    Support with resource mobilization for concerned programme

    Administrative Support

    Support provide logistical support to the organization for events and workshops
    Represent the FTA at meetings, events/forums, and conferences in and outside the country

    People management

    Works as a technical leader for the programme field team and coordinate team members´ work
    Performance management of direct reportees

    SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

    Graduate in Agriculture, Agribusiness management, Rural Development Studies, Business
    Administration, or Business Management or any other related disciplines.
    At least 3 years’ experience in Programme/Project development and Management
    Experience in team management, relationship building, and working with community groups / rural enterprises.
    Ability to develop, implement and assess performance metrics
    Proven record of boosting team performance and employee retention rates
    Knowledge or experience in sustainability standards such as Fairtrade will be desirable.
    Excellent written and spoken English
    Experience in report writing
    Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact with individuals across multi-functional and culturaldisciplines
    Able to handle varied, demanding and complex tasks.
    Ability to work independently.
    Project Management training will be an added advantage
    Able to juggle competing priorities to meet tight deadlines.

  • Provision of Team Building Facilitation for Fairtrade Africa-Secretariat Staff Governance and Leadership Training for Fairtrade Africa delegates and Staff

    Provision of Team Building Facilitation for Fairtrade Africa-Secretariat Staff Governance and Leadership Training for Fairtrade Africa delegates and Staff

    SCOPE OF SERVICES
    To facilitate and moderate a team building retreat team building process that will improve staff motivation and communication, and enhance knowledge sharing
    The assignment:

    Prepare a detailed 3 days training programme on Team Building
    The training will target 17
    Provide FTA with a detailed outline of the training day and materials for use by Friday August 18th 2019.
    Conduct the training on the 10th 11thand 12th September 2019.

    EXPECTED OUTPUTS
    Preparation/planning of the team building 3 day retreat workshop:

    A customized training and team building plan clearly articulating the objectives of the team building exercise;
    Interactive and flexible facilitation tools and material aids for brainstorming prepared prior to the workshop.
    Facilitation of the team building retreat workshop: The Team building exercise should be creatively organized to include strategic Brain storming sessions aimed at helping the staff develop and articulate corporate and individual work plans to ensure optimal delivery of the programme outputs. More time shall be given to outdoor/interactive/ participatory activities. The consultant is expected to design this process and to assign time frames to it.

    The output of the retreat workshop should be brief report outlining:

    The retreat workshop proceedings and key outcomes
    Strategic recommendations on corporate deliveries for the programme

    EXPECTED OUTCOMES:

    Ensuring that the team develop clear working arrangements for the effective delivery of the work plans and or duties and responsibilities outlined in their job descriptions/terms of references;
    Initiating the discussion on the best communication practices.
    Supporting the team in clarifying their respective goals and objectives with respect to the ideology of the organization.
    Facilitating sessions that would help identify those issues which have the potential to inhibit the team from reaching its goals.
    Addressing those issues, removing the inhibitors and enabling the goals of peace building and conflict transformation interventions to be achieved.
    Improving the communication between line managers and their direct reports;
    Identifying strengths and capacity needs of members and providi

    Terms of Reference

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  • Commercial Director

    Commercial Director

    The position is responsible for all commercial facing activities for FTA’s service offerings to members, ensuring that all related functions are aligned to meet FTA’s strategic objectives. Working as part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the Commercial Director will lead the FTA functional efforts to optimize sales of our members’ commodities 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.
    TEAM: Senior Leadership Team
    REPORTING LINES:

    Post holder reports to: Executive Director
    Staff reporting to this post: Product Managers

    SCALE LEVEL: Director
    BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: Yes
    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

    Producer Support Strategy and Implementation

    In charge of development and implementation of FTA commercial strategy
    Lead in market research and analysis
    Liaise with existing customers and stakeholders (i.e. Producers) and FTA staff to understand their needs to accelerate growth
    Acquisition of new customers and stakeholders (regionally, intra Africa and globally); including building and maintaining profitable partnerships
    Support producers to meet customer needs e.g. value addition, product diversification
    Develop and implement integrated marketing ,communication , media and engagement plans to create producers visibility and growth
    Monitor performances of commercial activities by using KPI’s and reporting
    In charge of setting financial goals and budget development including monitoring
    Manage producer relations to create greater collaboration
    Collaborate with diverse teams within FTA and FT Asia and Latin America to learn from each other and identify business potential

    General Management

    Agree on roles, responsibilities and objectives of direct reports
    Plan, coordinate and execute the annual operational plan for the programmes function
    Support the development and review individual annual work plans of team members.
    Carry out regular one on ones, bi-annual appraisals with programme staff
    Provide technical support, guidance and development for team members
    Plan, coordinate and execute the annual budgeting process for the regions
    Provide technical support, guidance and development of team members.
    Promote a culture of high performance and improvement

    EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

    A degree in marketing, trade or business administration from a globally recognized university
    8+ years of senior commercial or marketing leadership working with large retailers or brands, with export agencies or with commercial associations
    Proven and demostrable experience in sales and/or marketing and managing relationships with key stakeholders and clients
    A good understanding of relevant commercial and value chain experience working in both developed and developing markets across multiple countries and cultures;
    Experience in the delivery of strong campaigns with measurable results
    In-depth understanding of market research methods and analysis
    Marketing experience in the NGO or commercial sector with a broad understanding of global trade and international development
    Experience in developing marketing plans, media and engagement strategies and measuring results.
    Exceptional capacity for connecting and facilitating within a multi-stakeholder organisations
    Solid experience of leading change management programmes, in the commercial and trade sectors, with the ability to influence and lead people and organisations across awide network, without direct line management
    Proven and demonstrable successful sales/pursuing business opportunties and experience with commodities and value chains across different African and MiddleEastern countries and regions.
    A proven track record for achieving ambitious goals with a bottom-line orientation; evidence of the ability to make good decisions based on analysis, experience and judgement.
    The ability to influence and build consensus with member organizations and shape strategic and policy direction
    Broad experience with the full range of business functions and systems, including strategic development and planning, budgeting, finance, commercial and marketing.
    An understanding and passion for Fairtrade and Sustainably sourced products will be anadded advantage

    Skill and Knowledge Desired:

    Excellent leadership and management skills.
    Experience of line management and performance management.
    Exceptional relationship management and networking skills.
    Good at influencing and negotiating.
    Able to work in a multi-cultural environment

    SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
    REQUIRED

    Exceptional communication skills – verbal and written
    The ability to work independently in a high-pressured environment with conflicting demands.
    Experience in engaging and influencing external stakeholders at a senior level.
    Experience in budget management and operational planning.

  • Consultancy for Redesigning of Fairtrade Africa Website

    Consultancy for Redesigning of Fairtrade Africa Website

    Objectives of the Assignment
    This Assignment Will Broadly Involve Conducting website needs assessment both at all levels of the organization.
    Re-designing of the website with emphasis on simplified layout, look and feel, usability, navigability etc.
    Setting up a user-friendly blogging system which can support with publications and newsletters and subscriptions where necessary.
    Ensuring the website is compatible with all popular browsers and has ability to run on hand held mobile devices.
    Ensuring the website provides clear communication, brand consistency and aesthetic appeal; providing exceptional usability and easy navigability.
    Developing a system administration and user manual to document how the website/Content Management System works and providing reference material to internal system administrator and content managers.
    Integration of back-end Services to ensure connection and integration to external services: staff mails, member service portal for our partners, other sites and social media pages.
    Website Features
    Fairtrade Africa expects the re-designed website to include wide-ranging features, including:

    A comprehensive content management system to support a variety of users ranging from administrators to guests; allowing the administrator to create user roles while allowing the setting up of access rights ranging from management of the entire website to a specific page or section within it.
    Members section where our producers can login and update their farm/organization details.
    Providing for flexibility to modify the design as appropriate in order to accommodate new or additional pages as necessary. This includes allowing changing the interface templates as and when required.
    Compatibility with various browsers including IE, Mozilla Firefox, Chrome, Safari, Opera etc. while ensuring right screen resolutions.
    Incorporation of necessary security features against hacking and defacement while ensuring that all logins operate on secure protocols additionally providing support features for website security audits.
    Providing a backup solution for both files and database to ensure business continuity as well as data recovery planning.
    Providing for Search Engine Optimization and ability to work well with search engines.
    Optimal compatibility with social media tools including twitter, Facebook, You tube etc.

    Deliverables
    The Consultancy Has The Following Deliverables

    A fully navigable, user friendly and aesthetically designed website.
    Administrator training manual and guidelines on the various website functionalities.
    Content management training for administrators.

    Consultancy period
    It is expected that the assignment will be concluded in not more than 40 working days from the date of signing the contract.
    Consultants’ Qualifications

    University degree in software engineering/ web development or other relevant fields.
    Demonstrated qualifications and proficiency in web application development, graphic design and database design.
    Solid understanding of the concepts of user experience, user interface design principles and conceptual designs.
    Eye for aesthetic designs and attention to details are essential.
    Ability to understand users’ needs and to customize services and products accordingly.

    Ownership
    All the resultant products of this assignment shall remain the property of Fairtrade Africa and shall be treated as confidential by the consultant(s) during and after the engagement with the organization.
    Application Process
    In Bidding For This Work, Qualified Consultant(s) Must Submit

    A comprehensive technical proposal explaining how the objectives and expected outcomes of the consultancy will be delivered including a detailed methodology to undertake the assignment.
    Detailed and current CV(s) of all persons proposed to undertake the assignment.
    A detailed work plan clearly indicating the activity schedule and brake-down for the entire consultancy period.
    Credentials showing proven and solid knowledge and experience in providing similar service to reputable organization especially non-governmental organizations.
    Website design portfolio with recommendation letters from at least 3 non-governmental organizations with which the consultant(s) has undertaken similar assignments. Fairtrade
    Africa will conduct extensive due-diligence on recommendations provided.
    Detailed financial proposal providing a clear break-down of costs for the assignment. Where taxes are applicable, this must also be indicated. Consultants shall express the cost of their
    services in Kenya Shillings.

  • Communications and Public Relations Officer

    Communications and Public Relations Officer

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    Strategic Oversight

    Lead the development and execution of an integrated continental communications and public relations strategy to build FTA’s reputation and brand recognition with key audiences.
    Provide strategic advice and support to the Executive director and the senior leadership team on all facets of communications and campaigns.

    Media Management

    Establish, nurture and sustain strategic partnership with mainstream media and public relations partners to boost FTA’s public image, profile and visibility.
    Develop and implement FTA’s media strategy aligned to the organization’s Strategic Plan and programs.
    Manage risk and brand reputation to ensure media work benefits Fairtrade Africa and safeguards our staff, programmes, partners and the producers we work with.
    Analyze and advise FTA’s Senior Leadership Team on changing trends and opportunities in the continental and global media landscapeEnsure that FTA’s events calendar is managed to leverage national and international moments to maximize communications opportunities.Ensure crisis communication preparedness, and communication procedures are known and respected.

    Content Development

    Gather internal organizational knowledge and transform it into exciting and useful messages and disseminate it to the right audiences through identification of the most effective distribution channels.Produce high quality materials including information packs, opinion pieces, press releases, speeches, news reactions, photos, blogs, annual reports, newsletters and videos.Support regional offices in ensuring adherence to communication policies, protocols, standards and brand compliance.

    Capacity Building

    Provide technical support, mentorship as well as on the job training to staff at the regional level on communications and campaigns.
    Providing overall direction and support to communications teams at the regional level about capacity building of producers on communications and media relations.

    External relations

    Work with regional teams, programmes staff and partners to ensure production and availability of high-quality communications products for a wide range of audiences including donors, policy makers and the public, at global, regional and national levels.
    Lead in the production and dissemination of positions papers and statements, key messages, fact sheets on identified campaign themes.

    Knowledge and Experience

    A minimum of University Degree or equivalent in Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, Media Studies or International Relations. A Masters’ Degree in any of these fields is highly desirable.
    At least 7 years of experience in managing and developing communications and public relations strategies and plans.
    Superb storytelling and case studies writing skills that create compelling angles for a variety of audiences.
    Ability to identify and understand different audiences and utilize appropriate communication channels and content.
    Fluent English is essential; knowledge of French an asset.
    A well-developed network of media contacts in Africa.
    Ability to work independently and take initiative.
    Capacity to operate successfully in a fast- paced and multicultural environment

    Skills:

    Strong organizational and influencing skills.
    Must be flexible and have a well-developed interpersonal skill
    Ability to work under pressure within an office environment and perform routine and ad hoc tasks.
    Able to work independently under minimal supervision in a multi-cultural working environment
    Respect for confidentiality; affinity with the aim, objectives and beliefs of FTA.
    High proficiency in handling varied, demanding and complex tasks
    A flexible and enthusiastic approach to work with the ability to be part of a team
    Able to manage competing priorities to tight deadlines

  • Standards and Certification Officer Finance and Administration Director

    Standards and Certification Officer Finance and Administration Director

    About the Job: To contribute to the development and management of standards, in particular of Fairtrade Minimum Prices and Premium and related standard setting methodologies; and to ensure Fairtrade certification benefits African producers through continuous analysis and feedback on certification decisions.
    Team: Programmes
    Reporting Lines:

    Post holder reports to: Social Compliance &Risk Manager
    Staff reporting to this post: None – in coordination but working in collaboration with regional managers and volunteers-from time to time.

    Budget Responsibility: Yes
    Duties & Responsibilities
    Specific Tasks
    Main functions

    Management of projects to develop and revise FLO’s Fairtrade Minimum Prices and Premium.
    Supporting and developing methodological improvements to FLO’s price setting processes.
    Support training and communication on FLO’s prices and price setting to FTA producer members
    Follow through certification decisions to maintain producers in the system

    Main roles and responsibilities

    Contribute to drafting, updating, editing and translating generic and product specific standards (pricing sections) and FT minimum prices and premium, 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. If 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 standards and other standards (pricing parts), 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 of labelled Fairtrade, in particular within the framework of the Standards Committee;
    Ensure the updating of standards in all of FLO’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 LIs as necessary for the purpose of consistency in certification decisions;
    Feedback certification decisions and analysis into FT policy and standards development process
    Support FTA members to remains certified and to appeal certification decisions, where applicable
    An organised, methodical approach to work and ability to juggle competing priorities to tight deadline

    Skills & Experience Required
    Required

    Educational background in Agricultural science, Agricultural (economics) or development studies
    Minimum 3 years relevant professional experience
    Professional experience with project management and outsourcing of projects to consultants
    Excellent communication skills both in writing and verbally and analytical capacity to make complex issues easily understandable
    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
    Good knowledge of agricultural markets, smallholder production systems and social standard system

    Skills:

    Excellent computer and good organizational skills;
    Effectively work as a team member and independently, with a high-level of self-motivation and ability to set and meet goals;
    Poses strong research and analysis skills, with exceptional attention to detail;
    Pleasant, diplomatic manner and disposition in interacting with colleagues and the general public;

    Competencies:
    The following are core competencies required for the role:

    Delivering results – Ability to deliver high quality measurable results whilst at the same time maintaining or even raising quality of work;
    Passionate Commitment –Speaking confidently and knowledgably about FTA and the work we do;
    Knowledge management – working in a way that promotes, information and knowledge sharing to the team and our broader network
    Embracing Change- This competency is about showing are flexible and responsive to changing needs. It’s about solving problems as they arise and welcoming new ways of doings things.

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  • Gender Policy Consultant

    Gender Policy Consultant

    Job Description
    Objectives of the Assignment
     In endeavoring to strengthen gender equality and inclusion in the organization, Fairtrade Africa is seeking the services of an independent gender and policy expert to develop the organization’s gender and inclusion policy and an anti-sexual harassment policy. This assignment will broadly involve:

    An analysis of FTA policies and  practices that either promote or undermine gender equality and inclusion  with the aim of providing recommendations to address identified challenges and strengthening best practices;
    Designing and administering tools and collecting information about concerns regarding gender practices and perceptions across the organization, sexual harassment, and gender discrimination;
    Reviewing the impact of the organization’s internal practices, procedures and policies with a view to  making recommendations on maximizing benefits and eliminating barriers;
    Discussions with FTA staff across the four regional networks in to ensure an inclusive and participative process that promotes ownership of the assignment outcomes.

    Deliverables
    The consultancy has the following deliverables:

    A comprehensive report with both qualitative and quantitative findings, analytical conclusions and concrete recommendations for the FTA derived from the objectives here above.
    FTA-appropriate and comprehensive gender and inclusion policy.
    FTA-appropriate and comprehensive anti-sexual harassment policy.

    Consultancy period
    It is expected that the assignment will be concluded in not more than 25 working days from the date of signing the contract. Under FTA’s overall supervision, the consultant(s) will be responsible for the planning and execution of all tasks.
    Consultants’ Qualifications

    An advanced  degree in social sciences, law, gender  or any relevant field;
    Concrete evidence of similar tasks and 5-7 years’ experience undertaking similar work;
    High level  policy expertise with evidence of experience in girls and women rights;
    Proven experience in producing analytical reports in the area of gender equality and inclusion;
    Ability to work with people from diverse  cultural, ethnic, religious, and national backgrounds;
    Fluency in written and spoken English required; fluency in French a bonus.

    Ownership
    The resultant products of this assignment shall remain the property of Fairtrade Africa and shall be treated as confidential by the consultant(s) during and after the engagement with the organization.

  • Project Manager-European Commission Strategic Grant

    Project Manager-European Commission Strategic Grant

    TEAM: Secretariat
    REPORTING LINES:
    Post holder reports to: Programme Director
    European Commission Strategic Grant
    This is a four and half years project funded by the European Commission (EC) with the aim of strengthening Fairtrade as a representative, member -based regional, EU and global Civil Society umbrella organisation, giving voice and empowering over 1200 Producer Organisations globally. The project titled “Unlocking the Power of Producers and Workers to Drive Inclusive Trade and Development through Fairtrade” will particularly aim at ensuring a greater number of vulnerable farmers and agricultural workers are empowered and enabled to tackle poverty and exclusion.
    The project covers five interrelated work-streams namely Governance; Participation & Inclusion; Systems Strengthening; Producer-led Advocacy and South-to-South all aimed at empowering producer and worker organizations as vehicles of inclusive development through the delivery of economic, social and environmental benefits for their members and communities.
    The project will be implemented across the four FTA regional networks as listed above.
    Main Purpose of Job
    To provide oversight and overall coordination for the project to effectively deliver its objectives while ensuring the FTA’s financial and narrative reporting obligations to the funder are honoured in a timely and coordinated manner.
    Main responsibilities

    Project Oversight, Planning, Implementation and quality assurance
    Lead the development of the project implementation strategies and conceptual frameworks.
    Lead the development of project work-plans and budgets with periodic reviews in a timely and effective manner in accordance with the funder’s requirements.
    Accountable for timely and quality implementation of the project.
    Adhere to Fairtrade Africa operational and implementation standards
    Coordinate the governance of the project across the areas of implementation.
    Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
    Closely monitor project performance (financial, Human Resources, programmatic, operational) and make necessary decisions using appropriate means and methods that support continuous improvement.
    Responsible for coordinating, organizing, and formulating required narrative and financial reports in accordance with project, donor and organisational requirements
    Continuously assess risks that relate to project implementation and formulate mitigation strategies.
    Support and respond to financial and programme audit to improve project performance.
    Provide information, data and case studies on a timely basis to the Fairtrade Africa Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) function including but not limited to progress reports.
    Establish and maintain a database of all project documents and reports.
    Supports all Monitoring and Evaluation activities of the project.
    Disseminate top level programme recommendations and key learnings with staff and relevant stakeholders
    Supervision and Support – HR
    Responsible for directly managing and supporting project staff.
    Programme advocacy
    Establish and maintain strategic partnerships across the regional networks and thematic areas.
    Proactively support advocacy efforts at national, regional and international levels.
    Resource Mobilization
    Support fundraising efforts related to replication and scale up of programme learnings
    Coordinate resource mobilisation efforts in order to meet requirements of the donor of match funding

    Skills, Knowledge & other Job Requirements
    Minimum Academic Requirement

    An advanced degree in a social sciences or other related Masters programme. A bachelors’ degree in social sciences or development studies with 7 years’ experience in project management will be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
    Other Specialist Training or Certifications
    Diploma, certificate in Project Management

    Relevant Experience

    Experience in planning, developing and managing projects. Experience managing EC funded programmes in Africa attracts distinct advantage.
    Experience in external representation with governments, civil society donors and producer networks.
    At least 5 years’ experience in project management.
    Knowledge of Systems and Procedures
    Knowledge and experience in relevant policy, advocacy and/or research work
    Knowledge of current development policy trends and frameworks, especially the Sustainable Development Goals.
    Knowledge in government policy-making processes
    Understanding of Gender and Development
    Communication demands and Competencies
    Position demands high level presentation skills
    Good organisational skills
    Strong research skills
    Project management skills
    Ability to engage at all levels
    Funding proposal writing skills
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and fluent written and spoken English.

  • Gender Policy Consultant

    Gender Policy Consultant

    Job Description
    Objectives of the Assignment
     In endeavoring to strengthen gender equality and inclusion in the organization, Fairtrade Africa is seeking the services of an independent gender and policy expert to develop the organization’s gender and inclusion policy and an anti-sexual harassment policy. This assignment will broadly involve:

    An analysis of FTA policies and  practices that either promote or undermine gender equality and inclusion  with the aim of providing recommendations to address identified challenges and strengthening best practices;
    Designing and administering tools and collecting information about concerns regarding gender practices and perceptions across the organization, sexual harassment, and gender discrimination;
    Reviewing the impact of the organization’s internal practices, procedures and policies with a view to  making recommendations on maximizing benefits and eliminating barriers;
    Discussions with FTA staff across the four regional networks in to ensure an inclusive and participative process that promotes ownership of the assignment outcomes.

    Deliverables
    The consultancy has the following deliverables:

    A comprehensive report with both qualitative and quantitative findings, analytical conclusions and concrete recommendations for the FTA derived from the objectives here above.
    FTA-appropriate and comprehensive gender and inclusion policy.
    FTA-appropriate and comprehensive anti-sexual harassment policy.

    Consultancy period
    It is expected that the assignment will be concluded in not more than 25 working days from the date of signing the contract. Under FTA’s overall supervision, the consultant(s) will be responsible for the planning and execution of all tasks.
    Consultants’ Qualifications

    An advanced  degree in social sciences, law, gender  or any relevant field;
    Concrete evidence of similar tasks and 5-7 years’ experience undertaking similar work;
    High level  policy expertise with evidence of experience in girls and women rights;
    Proven experience in producing analytical reports in the area of gender equality and inclusion;
    Ability to work with people from diverse  cultural, ethnic, religious, and national backgrounds;
    Fluency in written and spoken English required; fluency in French a bonus.

    Ownership
    The resultant products of this assignment shall remain the property of Fairtrade Africa and shall be treated as confidential by the consultant(s) during and after the engagement with the organization.

  • Project Manager-European Commission Strategic Grant

    Project Manager-European Commission Strategic Grant

    TEAM: Secretariat
    REPORTING LINES:
    Post holder reports to: Programme Director
    European Commission Strategic Grant
    This is a four and half years project funded by the European Commission (EC) with the aim of strengthening Fairtrade as a representative, member -based regional, EU and global Civil Society umbrella organisation, giving voice and empowering over 1200 Producer Organisations globally. The project titled “Unlocking the Power of Producers and Workers to Drive Inclusive Trade and Development through Fairtrade” will particularly aim at ensuring a greater number of vulnerable farmers and agricultural workers are empowered and enabled to tackle poverty and exclusion.
    The project covers five interrelated work-streams namely Governance; Participation & Inclusion; Systems Strengthening; Producer-led Advocacy and South-to-South all aimed at empowering producer and worker organizations as vehicles of inclusive development through the delivery of economic, social and environmental benefits for their members and communities.
    The project will be implemented across the four FTA regional networks as listed above.
    Main Purpose of Job
    To provide oversight and overall coordination for the project to effectively deliver its objectives while ensuring the FTA’s financial and narrative reporting obligations to the funder are honoured in a timely and coordinated manner.
    Main responsibilities

    Project Oversight, Planning, Implementation and quality assurance
    Lead the development of the project implementation strategies and conceptual frameworks.
    Lead the development of project work-plans and budgets with periodic reviews in a timely and effective manner in accordance with the funder’s requirements.
    Accountable for timely and quality implementation of the project.
    Adhere to Fairtrade Africa operational and implementation standards
    Coordinate the governance of the project across the areas of implementation.
    Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
    Closely monitor project performance (financial, Human Resources, programmatic, operational) and make necessary decisions using appropriate means and methods that support continuous improvement.
    Responsible for coordinating, organizing, and formulating required narrative and financial reports in accordance with project, donor and organisational requirements
    Continuously assess risks that relate to project implementation and formulate mitigation strategies.
    Support and respond to financial and programme audit to improve project performance.
    Provide information, data and case studies on a timely basis to the Fairtrade Africa Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) function including but not limited to progress reports.
    Establish and maintain a database of all project documents and reports.
    Supports all Monitoring and Evaluation activities of the project.
    Disseminate top level programme recommendations and key learnings with staff and relevant stakeholders
    Supervision and Support – HR
    Responsible for directly managing and supporting project staff.
    Programme advocacy
    Establish and maintain strategic partnerships across the regional networks and thematic areas.
    Proactively support advocacy efforts at national, regional and international levels.
    Resource Mobilization
    Support fundraising efforts related to replication and scale up of programme learnings
    Coordinate resource mobilisation efforts in order to meet requirements of the donor of match funding

    Skills, Knowledge & other Job Requirements
    Minimum Academic Requirement

    An advanced degree in a social sciences or other related Masters programme. A bachelors’ degree in social sciences or development studies with 7 years’ experience in project management will be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
    Other Specialist Training or Certifications
    Diploma, certificate in Project Management

    Relevant Experience

    Experience in planning, developing and managing projects. Experience managing EC funded programmes in Africa attracts distinct advantage.
    Experience in external representation with governments, civil society donors and producer networks.
    At least 5 years’ experience in project management.
    Knowledge of Systems and Procedures
    Knowledge and experience in relevant policy, advocacy and/or research work
    Knowledge of current development policy trends and frameworks, especially the Sustainable Development Goals.
    Knowledge in government policy-making processes
    Understanding of Gender and Development
    Communication demands and Competencies
    Position demands high level presentation skills
    Good organisational skills
    Strong research skills
    Project management skills
    Ability to engage at all levels
    Funding proposal writing skills
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and fluent written and spoken English.