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  • Community Engagement Officer

    Community Engagement Officer

    About the Role:
    The Community Engagement Officer will provide support to the Content Development Coordinator on the implementation of the community feedback mechanism and facilitation of Community Dialogues components of the Sikika Project.
    Under the supervision of the Content Development Coordinator, the Community Engagement Officer is responsible for compiling and analyzing feedback, supporting the implementation of data management processes, monitoring and evaluation of the Sikika project activities. The Community Engagement Officer’s expected outputs are geared towards supporting the delivery of outputs and outcomes of the project as a whole.
    S/he will closely support the Content Development Coordinator in implementing project activities and the production of expected reports for the project. The Community Engagement Officer will be responsible for assisting the Content Development Coordinator in project related activities and ensuring smooth operations of the project.
    He/she shall ensure that the project’s plans are in place and kept updated as per the project’s overall objective.
    Position Competency Profile:
    Co-ordination

    Participate in planning the implementation of community dialogues with the Content Development Coordinator
    Participate in efforts to Create and nurture a positive working relationship with relevant stakeholders
    Support the timely and successful implementation of community dialogue sessions
    Create and maintain a database of all relevant contacts engaged during the dialogues
    Communicate with relevant project stakeholders and mobilize them to ensure their participation in the project’s activities
    Support in the reporting on dialogue activities by ensuring timely reporting of dialogue activities in coordination with the Content Development Coordinator
    Support the facilitation of the community dialogues among various stakeholders in the project;
    In collaboration with community mobilizers and stakeholders collate and document progress of the community dialogues;
    Coordinate and arrange all logistics for Listener Group Heads bi-weekly meetings, and CGs workshops, including invitations for the dialogue sessions, venue, participants travel and refreshments or meals;
    Support the Content Development Coordinator in compiling backend data and producing monthly feedbacks reports for sharing with partners during CWC meetings
    In collaboration with the Content Development Coordinator, facilitate the creation and implementation of a detailed annual work-plan, which identifies sequences of activities needed to successfully implement the project and ensure project objectives are met;
    In collaboration with key stakeholders, facilitate the development and roll-out of detailed implementation plans in communities
    Develop community dialogue schedule and work plans with the Content Development Coordinator; revise and regularly review the schedule as required;
    Document project activities and ensure that all project data is appropriately secured;
    Monitor the progress of the project implementation and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the project remains on track and is successfully implemented;
    Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of the project.
    Participate in writing activity and monthly reports

    Monitoring & Evaluation:

    Oversee the monitoring and evaluation aspects of the Sikika project, working closely with the M & E Officer, data clerks to ensure that M&E tools are in place and implemented to document progresses towards the project’s results.
    Contribute in the development of a system that facilitate data collection, reporting and flow of data within the project team that sufficiently captures project information needs
    Support the development and implementation of M&E plans and tools, as well as learning activities (e.g, reflection sessions) throughout the project implementation in coordination with Content Development Coordinator to inform learning and best practices.
    Manage data management systems, spreadsheets and other data tools and ensure the quality of high-value data for accuracy, consistency and comparability and consolidate operational information as needed to support analysis.
    Provide timely, quality support and guidance to the project team to meet the project’s specific M&E needs
    Conduct participatory monitoring activities and data collection and field visits as required through individual interviews, phone interviews, pre/post testing, focus group discussions, and community visits.
    Support reporting and analysis of data collected on outcome indicators and feed into donors’ reports in addition to learning reporting that synthesizes good practices and lessons learned.
    Implementing M&E standards around project planning, research, data collection tools, monitoring missions and evaluations
    Any other duties assigned by the line manager.

    Education and skills:

    Bachelor’s Degree in International development, economics, statistics, social sciences or any other related field;
    Proven technical capacity in the design, implementation, and analysis of various quantitative and qualitative data collection tools including interviews, surveys, focus group discussions, and pre/post-tests;
    Knowledge of participatory methods, mixed methods, outcome mapping and/or impact evaluation techniques;
    Collaborative working style that enables coaching and training in M&E principles and best-practices;
    Demonstrated capacity to coordinate evaluations, including experience developing evaluation terms of reference and recruiting and managing consultants;
    Extensive knowledge and application of proposal design principles;
    Knowledge of data software such as KoBo Toolbox
    Excellent analytical and report writing skills;
    Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, as well as the ability to conduct professional relationships
    Strong commitment to values in evidence-based decision making, transparency, community empowerment, methodological rigor, and program learning with high standards of integrity, professionalism, and impartiality
    Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.
    Good understanding of beneficiary community dynamic
    Experience in project planning and execution.
    Impartial and embraces religious and cultural diversity.
    Ability to work under minimum supervision and with strict timelines.

    Important

    Able to work independently and effectively in a team environment
    Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a proactive approach
    Ability to multitask and work to meet tight deadlines
    Proficient in use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as web browsers
    Excellent ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
    Sound report writing, interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills
    Adheres of the principal of PSEA, FAK’s Code of Conduct and anti-fraud policies.
    Adheres to FAK’s safety and security SOPs in Kakuma.

    Desirable

    Good knowledge of monitoring and evaluation technologies, techniques, approaches, and methodologies in radio programs.
    Demonstrated experience and understanding of information systems design, development, roll-out, and/or use

    Interested and qualified persons with the required experience are invited to submit their applications with Cover Letter, CV, and 3 references to jobskenya@filmaid.org on or before 15th February 2023 and clearly indicate on the subject line ‘Community Engagement Officer.’

    Apply via :

    jobskenya@filmaid.org

  • Station Manager

    Station Manager

    The Role

    Providing leadership in the interpretation and enforcement of REF FM’s strategies, policies, and guidelines to ensure the achievement of the objectives.
    Overseeing the implementation of independent and impartial radio broadcasting services of information, education, and entertainment in English, Kiswahili, and any other languages as the management may decide.
    Planning, regulating, and controlling the content and balance of all radio broadcasts
    Advising the Management on matters relating to packaging and delivery of radio content.
    Ensuring shows are conducted with impartial attention to the interests and susceptibilities of the different communities in Kakuma and the Kalobeyei Integrated Settlement.
    Developing mechanisms for the continuous improvement in the quality and value of products and services.
    Formulating and approving all programme and station strategic plans, rosters, and duty allocation.
    Vetting and approving radio services concepts, proposals, pilots, and properties based on budget projections, advertisers’ ask, value and relevance of the idea, its conformity to Editorial Policy and station style as well as the availability of required resources
    Ensuring the Station’s revenue growth and scaling up new business from advertisers for the Station.
    Ensuring qualitative and quantitative production of radio shows and services within the Station.
    Interpreting and analyzing the audience research surveys and recommending remedial action.
    Ensuring compliance with the Constitution of Kenya, the Communications Authority, and all statutory, legal and regulatory requirements
    Responsible for the overall discipline, mentorship and performance of staff in the Station.
    Participating in the implementation of the performance management system of the Station.
    Budgeting, reviewing and controlling the Station’s budgets.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    Strong interpersonal skills and strength of character
    Excellent editorial judgement and to have detailed knowledge of the Broadcasting Code, Editorial Guidelines and Libel
    Resilient, calm under pressure and excellent problem solvers, with the ability to resolve conflict and react positively to change.
    Confident and inspirational communicator as they will often be called upon to lead meetings and head up other events and discussions.
    Excellent forward planning and organizing skills, and will have a thorough understanding of network strategies, with the experience and creativity to bring them to air.
    Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
    Ability to work effectively with a wide range of diverse communities and ethnicities.
    Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal management principles and procedures
    Good knowledge of broadcast radio principles, procedures, operations, and standards. Project management principles, practices, techniques and tools.
    Experience: operating radio equipment; leading and motivating staff; creating, composing and editing written materials.

    Qualifications:

    Diploma/Bachelor’s degree and relevant work experience and in the broadcasting industry
    1 year managerial experience.

    Interested and qualified persons with the required experience are invited to submit their applications with only Cover Letter, CV, and 3 references to email address: jobskenya@filmaid.org on or before 24th January2023 , 5pm EAT and clearly indicate on the subject line as ‘Station Manager’Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials, or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualifiedOnly short-listed candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    jobskenya@filmaid.org

  • Consultancy to Train 30 FilmAid Kenya Alumni on screenwriting in Kakuma Refugee Camp

    Consultancy to Train 30 FilmAid Kenya Alumni on screenwriting in Kakuma Refugee Camp

    About the project:
    FilmAid Kenya has been training media students on basic skills in journalism, Film production, photography among others. In 2020, FilmAid Kenya established Youth Media Hubs. The hubs were designed as a low-cost and sustainable intervention to address the breakdown in social cohesion, the increase in vulnerability among members of the community, and the marginalization in the media that is both a contributing factor to and a result of social breakdown. The hubs have provided a physical point of convergence for a network of support and opportunity for aspiring visual storytellers in target communities, additionally, the media Hubs have given the youth a sustained opportunity to develop their skills and their voices as creative storytellers while expanding their access to audiences and markets. Several FilmAid Kenya’s Multimedia alumni currently run their own production houses, and often FilmAid Kenya, partners and local CBOs recruit them to work on productions. Given the increasing demand for these young entrepreneurs’ services, there is a need to strengthen their skills in screenwriting to enable them to produce high-quality films.
    It is against this background that this TOR has been developed to outsource the services of a consultant to “**Train 30 Multimedia Alumni on Screenwriting”**
    Expected deliverables:

    Training for Scripting for Fiction and documentary for 30 mentees for 14 days
    Story structures.
    Story arc and outlining.
    Dialogue writing.
    Development of characters.
    Screenplay formatting.

    Output:

    2 Short film scripts of 5 – 7 minutes.
    2 Documentary scripts of 5 – 7 minutes.

    Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
    The consultant shall report directly to the Multimedia Producer. For coordination purposes, the consultant shall work in close consultation with the Multimedia Trainer.

    Interested and qualified persons with the required experience are invited to submit their applications with only Cover Letter, CV, and 3 references to Email address: jobskenya@filmaid.org on or before 12th May 2022 , 5pm EAT and clearly indicate on the subject line as ‘Screen Writing Consultancy’Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.FilmAid Kenya is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Apply via :

    jobskenya@filmaid.org

  • Community Health Officer

    Community Health Officer

    The Role:
    FilmAid Kenya is looking for an experienced Community Health Officer (CHO) for a short-term engagement (4 months). The CHO will be working to close information gaps and ensure increased access to information on health and inform the community about available services in the camp with focus on promoting behaviour change. The CHO will regularly engage with refugee communities and closely coordinated with health stakeholders during the production, translation, and dissemination of content, which will be broadcasted on radio and other communication channels throughout the community.
    Design, Development and Dissemination of Health Content

    Lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring for all Health information campaigns.
    Ensure the development of content is contextually relevant, and awareness raising and dialogues are designed and implemented to meet the stated health outcomes.
    Improve access to accurate health information to increase awareness and knowledge about diseases, major health challenges and improve health-seeking behavior.
    Coordinate and ensure a participatory approach during the production of content with the Multimedia Producer, the community messaging and advisory committees, the Field Manager, and other relevant staff.
    Draft and translate health-related messages for bulk SMS system distribution.
    Health Coordination with Stakeholders and Communities
    Represent FilmAid in technical health coordination meetings with health partners in the camps.
    Work in close coordination with health implementing partners to ensure production and dissemination of information responds to the community’s needs.
    Work with the Community advisory committees to approve messages to the community as well as collect feedback on messages.
    Act as the liaison between FilmAid, the Health partners, and the refugee community in the Area of Operation on issues pertaining to health information dissemination activities.
    Form messaging committees in the Area of operation comprising relevant stakeholders – Ministry of Health (MoH), UNHCR, Health implementing partners, GoK and refugee community representatives.

    Project Support

    Ensure timely delivery of project activities according to approved work plans.
    Support project planning, implementation, and monitoring to ensure achievement of health outcomes.
    Support the M&E team in monitoring and collecting feedback about health related activities. Participate in needs assessments.
    Support project reporting, highlighting best practice and opportunities.
    Ensure Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) are at the center of implementation. Any other duties assigned.

    Qualifications and Requirements:
    Education: Professional degree in public health, community health, health education, public health nutrition, medicine or related degree.
    Prior Work Experience:

    Minimum of 3 years’ experience in health programming in the humanitarian sector.
    Experience in Health behavior change communication.
    Experience in building the capacity of community-based health teams.
    Proven academic or on-job training and understanding of the Project Cycle Model.
    Experience in report writing.
    Facilitation and community engagement experience.

    Key Skills and Competencies:

    Fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili is essential.
    Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
    Creative and analytic thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects.
    Must be highly organized and able to work with other teams.
    Competent with Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

    Personal Attributes:

    High level of motivation, integrity, commitment, and professional responsibility.
    Ability to tolerate cultural, educational, and religious diversity in the workplace.
    Excellent communication, time management, organization, and presentation skills.
    Able to work independently while being a good team player with a high degree of flexibility, tolerance and a good sense of humor.

    Interested and qualified persons with the required experience are invited to submit their applications with Cover Letter, CV, and 3 references to jobskenya@filmaid.org on or before 20th April 2022 and clearly indicate on the subject line ‘Community Health Officer – Kakuma.’Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials, or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    jobskenya@filmaid.org

  • Consultancy – Production of a Film for Project Documentation

    Consultancy – Production of a Film for Project Documentation

    TERMS OF REFERENCE
    Description and scope of work:
    This Project Documentation seeks to bring top-of-mind awareness to the work implemented by the different PROSPECTS partners in Kakuma Refugee Camp, the Kalobeyei Integrated Settlement, and the Dadaab Refugee Complex, in order to document their activities – stories for impact visibility, attained through PROSPECTS’ execution to donors, operational and implementing partners in the refugee operation, in-country national audience, and displacement affected communities globally.
    Deliverables of the project:

    A script, work plan, and a storyboard for the video based on inputs from the FilmAid Kenya Communications team and provided audiovisual resources.
    At least two draft edits for input and one final version of the project video.
    Final video optimized for web format (15-20 minutes)
    At least two video cutdowns ( 5-10 minutes)
    Support provided by FilmAid Kenya:

    FilmAid Kenya will regularly communicate with the Consultant, provide feedback and guidance and the necessary support to achieve the objectives of the work, and remain aware of any upcoming issues related to the performance and quality of work.
    FilmAid Kenya will provide the Consultant with:

    Project information (reports, existing audio vidual resources, human stories, PROSPECTS-branded pictures);
    Branding and other PROSPECTS Project communication guidelines;
    Suggestions on the most suitable stories to aid in script development.

    Role Summary:

    Under the overall guidance and supervision of the FilmAid Kenya Communications team, the selected Consultant / Consultancy Firm will be responsible for the following:
    Creation of the general concept of the video; Development of the detailed scenarios of the video and coordination and approval of the scenarios with the FilmAid Kenya Communications team.
    Ensuring timely delivery of all end products by providing a schedule/work/production plan.
    Collect existing audiovisual elements (videos, photos, audio, infographics) from Film Aid Kenya’s Communications team to use to edit the project.
    Edit the footage in line with the script agreed and approved by Film Aid Kenya’s Communications team and produce a professional quality package of broadcast quality.
    Record and edit narration/voice-over where needed under the guidance of the relevant FilmAid Kenya focal person.
    Embed subtitles in the video as per need; Audio balance the final product and convert it into formats for use on TV, radio, web, and provide feedback on edit resources.
    Liaising with the FilmAid Kenya Communications team on production schedules, end product formats, and materials access.
    Creation of teasers, trailers, cutdowns, and other promotional vignettes of the film for use on social media and other digital distribution channels.
    Ensure the film is completed efficiently and on schedule; determine and manage priorities.

    Desired Skills and Qualifications:

    In-depth knowledge of post-production processes, workflows, and best practices, including scheduling and final deliverables.
    Knowledge and demonstrated experience in assembling ready audiovisual resources to create a story-worthy film using various editing/post-production formats.
    Top-notch organizational skills, ability to take direction and give orders as needed.
    Work independently and with teams, able to decipher problems and create solutions.
    Experience covering social, humanitarian, and development subjects will be an asset.
    Adept at determining priorities and hitting deadlines; ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
    Productivity-focused and proven to be a quick problem solver, with the ability to overcome technical challenges as necessary.

    Share your firm’s qualifications and proposal to deliver on the requirements contained within this EoI together with a budget for completing this work to reach us on or before the 19th of April 2022 by 5:00 pm EAT to procurement@filmaid.org with the subject title ‘PROSPECTS DOCUMENTATION.’

    Apply via :

    procurement@filmaid.org

  • Program Management Consultancy Programmes Assistant

    Program Management Consultancy Programmes Assistant

    Job Purpose:
    This role will supervise the successful delivery of FilmAid Kenya’s community communications projects in Kenya.
    Key Performance Indicators:
    All projects are planned, implemented in accordance to grants’ contractual obligations and projects are delivered on time;
    Timely submission of quality internal and donor reports for existing and new grants including in accordance with donor and internal reporting requirements;
    Program management processes are improved; ensuring we’re meeting targets according to work-plans;
    Effective communication and coordination with project team leads, management and donors.
    KEY DUTIES
    Programmatic Management: (90%)

    Manage and collaborate with Executive Director, the Field Managers and the Programs Technical Unit and any other member of team to fulfil the following;
    Project Inception: lead project inception process at Nairobi level; support Field Managers to facilitate field-level project inception processes; monitoring procurement plans;
    Leads all project launch activities and coordinate with the field managers to ensure field-based inception;
    Project Planning: lead annual organisational planning process; support Field Manager/Senior Programs Officer with the field-level grant planning processes; lead the consolidation and review of monthly field-level and departmental work-plans;
    Project Implementation: Supports Project Team Leads to ensure that they are implementing work plans on time and scope;
    Project Quality Control: methodologies, progress against work plans – aligned with field-level meetings (agree on purpose of meeting, objective at country level);
    Back-stopping Support: management of bulk SMS system; field-level programmatic support in case of gaps in staffing or other needs;
    Donor Reporting: Reviews all contractually obligated programmatic reports prior to submission to the donor;
    Supports and at times leads the production of programmatic reports;
    Maintains the donor reporting tracker and timely submission of programmatic reports to donors;
    Coordinates closely with the MERL Department to ensure that M&E data is incorporated into programmatic reports;
    Internal reporting: quarterly comprehensive reports against the annual organizational work plans;
    Project Close-out; Leads project closeout activities in collaboration with the field managers to enhance program learning for subsequent projects
    Programmatic Information Management: archiving grants documents, plans, reports, M&E
    data, methodologies, content, trackers in collaboration with the program assistant
    Maintains an effective program reporting system, creating a process to ensure the submission of timely and quality programmatic reports according to the donor requirement;
    Ensures that Project Team leads, and key staff are in compliance with the contracts.

    Organizational Support (10%)

    Business development support: fundraising (opportunities) research, managing funding tracker; undertaking contextual and other research, supporting the facilitation of fundraising meeting
    Supports Business and Proposal Development efforts in coordination with the Senior Management Team;
    Compile one-pagers/fact sheets about FilmAid Kenya’s programmatic pillars
    Fulfills other functions/activities as requested by the Senior Management.

    Qualifications and Skills Requirements:

    Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Communications, International Development, or any other relevant social and behavioral science discipline;
    Prior Work Experience: Minimum of five years of progressive professional experience in program implementation and coordination, preferably with an international humanitarian aid organization managing donor-funded projects;

    Job Knowledge:

    High-level project coordination experience, with requisite skills in project management, developing and managing budgets, internal communications, supervising, and working with
    partners;
    Project and Portfolio management experience required, including skills working with and
    leading diverse, multi-cultural, cross-functional teams;
    Ability to deliver quality programmatic outcomes in a time-sensitive manner in multiple
    tasking environment;
    Experience delivering projects in multiple locations, including cross-cultural and multi-
    language environments;
    Previous proven evidence of the production of quality program and donor reports;
    Experience in developing performance management plans, results frameworks, logical frameworks;
    Experience with principles and practice of humanitarian aid and/or development;
    Has lived and is willing to live and work in non-family workstations;
    Experience working with the media and managing magnification events;
    Working knowledge on Social Marketing, C4D, CwC methodologies;
    Have a high-level understanding of ME&L systems;
    Diverse, Creative, and analytical thinker with the experience to conceptualize various Projects and manage multiple projects;
    Experience in supervising and leading project teams.

    Key Skills and Competencies;

    Strong writing, reporting and communication skills with a high level of fluency in oral and written English, is required;
    Ability to use program management software and excellence in using Microsoft Officer products (Office 365, Excel, Word);
    Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills;
    Must be highly organized and able to work with other teams;
    Solutions-oriented, pro-active, hands-on, and detailed-oriented;
    Presentation skills.

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    Interested and qualified persons with the required experience are invited to submit their applications with only Cover Letter, CV, and 3 references to Email address: jobskenya@filmaid.org on or before 18th April 2022 , 5pm EAT and clearly indicate on the subject line as ‘Program Management Consultancy’Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials, or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.FilmAid Kenya is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Apply via :

    jobskenya@filmaid.org

  • Production of a Film for Project Documentation Community Engagement Officer

    Production of a Film for Project Documentation Community Engagement Officer

    TERMS OF REFERENCE
    Description and scope of work:
    This Project Documentation seeks to bring top-of-mind awareness to the work implemented by the different PROSPECTS partners in Kakuma Refugee Camp, the Kalobeyei Integrated Settlement, and the Dadaab Refugee Complex, in order to document their activities – stories for impact visibility, attained through PROSPECTS’ execution to donors, operational and implementing partners in the refugee operation, in-country national audience, and displacement affected communities globally.
    Deliverables of the project:

    A script, work plan, and a storyboard for the video based on inputs from the FilmAid Kenya Communications team and provided audiovisual resources.
    At least two draft edits for input and one final version of the project video.
    Final video optimized for web format (15-20 minutes)
    At least two video cutdowns ( 5-10 minutes)
    Support provided by FilmAid Kenya:
    FilmAid Kenya will regularly communicate with the Consultant, provide feedback and guidance and the necessary support to achieve the objectives of the work, and remain aware of any upcoming issues related to the performance and quality of work.
    FilmAid Kenya will provide the Consultant with:
    Project information (reports, existing audio vidual resources, human stories, PROSPECTS-branded pictures);
    Branding and other PROSPECTS Project communication guidelines;
    Suggestions on the most suitable stories to aid in script development.
    Performance Period and Station:
    This is a performance-based assignment, and the final approved deliverables are expected on or before the 20th of June 2022. Precise timelines will be developed after discussion with the selected Consultant / Consultancy Firm. Sufficient time will be allocated to ensure content is relevant and brings about the desired results. The Consultancy will be remote-based.

    Role Summary:

    Under the overall guidance and supervision of the FilmAid Kenya Communications team, the selected Consultant / Consultancy Firm will be responsible for the following:
    Creation of the general concept of the video; Development of the detailed scenarios of the video and coordination and approval of the scenarios with the FilmAid Kenya Communications team.
    Ensuring timely delivery of all end products by providing a schedule/work/production plan.
    Collect existing audiovisual elements (videos, photos, audio, infographics) from Film Aid Kenya’s Communications team to use to edit the project.
    Edit the footage in line with the script agreed and approved by Film Aid Kenya’s Communications team and produce a professional quality package of broadcast quality.
    Record and edit narration/voice-over where needed under the guidance of the relevant FilmAid Kenya focal person.
    Embed subtitles in the video as per need; Audio balance the final product and convert it into formats for use on TV, radio, web, and provide feedback on edit resources.
    Liaising with the FilmAid Kenya Communications team on production schedules, end product formats, and materials access.
    Creation of teasers, trailers, cutdowns, and other promotional vignettes of the film for use on social media and other digital distribution channels.
    Ensure the film is completed efficiently and on schedule; determine and manage priorities.

    Desired Skills and Qualifications:

    In-depth knowledge of post-production processes, workflows, and best practices, including scheduling and final deliverables.
    Knowledge and demonstrated experience in assembling ready audiovisual resources to create a story-worthy film using various editing/post-production formats.
    Top-notch organizational skills, ability to take direction and give orders as needed.
    Work independently and with teams, able to decipher problems and create solutions.
    Experience covering social, humanitarian, and development subjects will be an asset.
    Adept at determining priorities and hitting deadlines; ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
    Productivity-focused and proven to be a quick problem solver, with the ability to overcome technical challenges as necessary.

    before the 19th of April 2022 by 5:00 pm EAT

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    Share your firm’s qualifications and proposal to deliver on the requirements contained within this EoI together with a budget for completing this work to  jobskenya@filmaid.org  with the subject title.

    Apply via :

    jobskenya@filmaid.org

  • Safety and Security Officer (Re-Advertisement) Dadaab

    Safety and Security Officer (Re-Advertisement) Dadaab

    Main Duties and Responsibilities:
    Safety and Security Planning and Implementation:

    Ensure safety for Dadaab field program by providing leadership in all safety related matters to FilmAid Kenya Dadaab program.
    Regularly assess and update of safety threats and provide recommendations to management.
    Supervise and monitor provision of safety to FilmAid Kenya staff and film equipment in all FilmAid Kenya activities.
    Train and supervise a team of safety guards, both national and refugee in situational awareness, crowd control, radio communication and the FilmAid Kenya Safety plan.
    Implement and maintain a FilmAid Kenya radio network in the key locations.
    Ensure regular training, implementation of the safety/safety and evacuation plans and regulations in the field.
    Conduct orientation to visitors, volunteers and new staff on the FilmAid Kenya safety guidelines. Responsible that all visitors are aware of procedures and are abiding by these procedures.
    Liaise with GOK, UNHCR, INSO and other safety officers in assessing safety threats in the camps and providing regular updates on this to the Field Manager.
    Conduct investigations on any incidents, accident or property losses within FilmAid Kenya premises in conjunction with the Field Manager.
    Continuously update and review the existing evacuation plan, especially for Dadaab and ensure its viability.
    Ensure Road Traffic Safety policy and procedures are properly implemented and adhered to.
    Support the program team with program design, safety and security budgets, information on access, and safety assessments.
    Provides advice on budgeting for operational safety & security related expenditures.
    Supervises the procurement of equipment related to safety & security upgrades and training.

    Oversees the implementation of all Standard Operating Procedures.

    Information Sharing and Reporting:*

    Provide daily verbal safety reports to the Field Manager, and as well provide weekly reports and monthly written summary reports.

    Reporting security incidents affecting all FilmAid Kenya staff, offices and assets.

    Performs incident analysis and investigation relative to all incidents with advice and closure to all responsible functional management and supporting security management.

    Monthly and quarterly checks and reporting as outlined in the SSMP

    Ensures that safety & security is always an agenda item at staff meetings.

    Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files/documents related to safety & security.

    Maintains a database on contact details in relation to national country security authorities.

    Prepares and delivers safety & security briefs for staff and visitors.

    Logistics Support:

    Supervision of the drivers in Dadaab and coordinate the drivers in movement and vehicle management.
    Reporting regularly on logistics status of the programs to the Dadaab Field Manager.
    Participate in collaboration with The Field Manager, Operations Officer and relevant staff to draft weekly movement plans.
    Ensure vehicles registration is up to date.
    Advice the organisation on how to improve on vehicle management, maintenance and use.

    Qualifications and Requirements:

    Education: Bachelors Degree in Criminology, Security Studies, Security Management or Military Studies from a recognized university.
    Prior Work Experience – At least five years’ experience of safety and security support preferably in the humanitarian sector.Demonstrable experience as Safety and Security resource
    Demonstrable experience in preparing Safety and Security Standard operating procedures and Safety and Security Management Plans.
    Ability to write clear and concise reports.
    First Aid Training
    Has a high level of knowledge about all aspects of the SSMP and maintains and oversees adherence to procedures and plans.**Key Skills and Competencies**
    Fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili is essential.
    Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
    Creative and analytical thinker.
    Must be highly organized and able to work with other teams.
    Competent with Windows, Microsoft Office applications.

    Personal Attributes:

    High level of motivation, integrity, commitment and professional responsibility.Ability to tolerate cultural, educational, and religious diversity in the workplace.
    Excellent communication, time management, organization and presentation skills.
    A good team player with a high degree of initiative, flexibility, tolerance.
    Willingness to learn and explore creative dimensions related to FilmAid Kenya communication niche.
    Able to work independently while being a strong teammate.
    Experience in crowd control.

    Interested and qualified persons with the required experience are invited to submit their applications with only Cover Letter, CV, and 3 references to Email address: jobskenya@filmaid.org on or before 18th February 2022 5.00 pm EAT and clearly indicate on the subject line as ‘Safety and Security Officer’.Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials, or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    jobskenya@filmaid.org

  • Audio Production Assistant

    Audio Production Assistant

    Job Purpose
    The Audio Production Assistant will play an essential role in supporting audio production processes to ensure successful implementation of the creative and production vision. He/she will work closely with the Audio Producer to support the production of all audio content in the FilmAid Kenya Kakuma field office.
    The Audio Production Assistant will also offer support in the training of FilmAid Kenya’s Kakuma Media Hub Multimedia Training Program. He/She will establish and maintain a database with key internal and external contacts; humanitarian agencies, alumni production studios, and media broadcast houses.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    Work closely with the audio team, in addition to other FilmAid Kenya’s team members to ensure proper implementation of FilmAid Kenya’s audio productions.
    Develop budget breakdowns for all audio production activities.
    Attends project meetings as required, facilitating the exchange of information between all stakeholders.
    Working with the multimedia team and administration, presenting needs and solutions for production changes and challenges in order to maintain the creative vision and production design.
    Assist with the development of creative audio production ideas based on the project specifications and needs.
    Act as a conduit of information between the production teams and the programs team on assigned projects.
    Assist with the management of partners/clients throughout the duration of assigned projects.
    Maintain documents and system files to ensure proper archiving of all audio content.
    Responsible for inputting, maintaining, and tracking the inventory of all audio equipment assigned to the team.
    Working with Audio Producer and Senior Operations Officer to ensure that payments to consultants, Alumni Media Houses, contractors are made.
    Continually perform quality checks for ongoing productions, including providing weekly reports and other documentation as appropriate.
    Responsible for execution of all needed audio equipment repairs and upkeep.
    Assist the Audio Producer with task leadership on assigned projects.
    Interact with the operations team for scheduling of support personnel as needed.

    Qualifications/Requirements:

    Minimum of 2 years of work experience in audio design, implementation, or production.
    Extensive experience in technical audio/video production.
    Strong working knowledge of various software programs including but not limited to:
    Adobe Audition, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Audacity, Fruity Loops, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, and IT-related protocols.
    Strong working knowledge of various hardware systems including but not limited to:
    Digital audio consoles, Audio Interface, and Field mixers.
    Possess an expert ability to troubleshoot complex audio issues and technicalities.
    May be required for extended periods of time if and when required to do so

    Desired Characteristics:

    Diploma or a Certificate in audio production /mass communication or a related field, with an emphasis in audio/video system design and/or implementation.
    Financial skills and the ability to budget and manage the budget.
    Solid background managing audio productions from concept to completion.
    Solid understanding of audio production of PSAs and radio dramas.
    Solid understanding of audio equipment and radio broadcast management.
    Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, the ability to multi-task and delegate as required.
    Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with various levels of management.
    Ability to handle ambiguity and constant change in fast pace environments with accelerated production schedules.
    Strong passion to drive high-quality results for the end product as well as the processes.
    Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
    Must be a strong team player.

    Interested and qualified persons with the required experience are invited to submit their applications with only Cover Letter, CV and 3 references to Email address: jobskenya@filmaid.org on or before 10th November, 2021. Please indicate on the subject line of you application as ‘Audio Production Assistant- Kakuma’.Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. FilmAid is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
     

    Apply via :

    jobskenya@filmaid.org

  • Producer Safety And Security Officer

    Producer Safety And Security Officer

    Producer (Nairobi with travel to Dadaab and Kakuma)
    Duties and responsibilities:

    Production planning: Creative Brief development to drive messaging; research, develop ideas and budgets. This also includes the development of production and media plans that will guide the production process as well as content placement on relevant media platforms.
    Participate in the design of video graphics, titles, music, and creative look of media content produced; make editorial decisions regarding assembly of information, illustrations, and content.
    Hold regular meetings with the Technical Advisor for Communications and Stakeholder Engagement to check on the progress of the productions.
    Edit and/or work closely with the editor(s) to ensure that the content produced within the thematic areas achieves the desired outcomes necessary to support outreach activities.
    Ensure all productions are delivered on time and within budget.
    Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, code of practice, and health and safety laws on productions.
    Prepare monitoring and status reports during the production process and final reports detailing the scope of work undertaken and completed upon the end of the production process.
    Any other duties as may be assigned.

    Qualifications:

    3+ years of relevant experience working in a fast-paced ad agency or production house in either a broadcast, integrated, and/or digital producer role.
    Previous broadcasting and video production experience is required.
    Produce large-scale original content campaigns, including video and photography deliverables with a strong emphasis on innovation and design for the content space.
    Knowledge of project breakdowns, budget, and scheduling, and an understanding of how to prep a project rolling into production.
    A strategic planner who can work with production vendors/suppliers and internal production teams from all backgrounds and levels of experience, inclusive of creative direction and budgets.
    Proven track record of leading cross-functional production efforts and keeping a strong collaborative tone.
    Skills in Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, After Effects, or other video editing, motion design is a huge plus.
    Able to adapt quickly to change and meet deadlines.
    Impeccable social, oral communication, and writing skills, including the ability to communicate and collaborate with all types of personalities and people from different positions
    Ability to work in difficult refugee context environments when required to do so.
    Strong background of experience working closely with creatives
    Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast, Video, Film, or Media Production related disciplines.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community and in difficult geographical contexts.
    Ability to plan work schedules and assign duties; ability to provide or arrange for training.
    Creative decision-making skills.
    Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
    Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions.
    Knowledge of production contracts preparation.
    Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
    Knowledge of professional audio/video and staging techniques, production facilities, and equipment.
    Knowledge of media management; content storage and archiving procedures.
    Knowledge of professional audio and audio-visual editing and post-production procedures, techniques, and standards.
    Knowledge of the practices, protocols, and conventions of the production industry.

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    Interested and qualified persons with the required experience are invited to submit their applications with only Cover Letter, CV, and 3 references to Email address: jobskenya@filmaid.org on or before 6th October 2021 5.00 pm EAT and clearly indicate on the subject line the position title.Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials, or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.

    Apply via :

    jobskenya@filmaid.org