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Knowledge Attitudes and Practices (KAP) Survey Intern for the Community Pandemic Preparedness Programme (CP3)

Details
This program builds on existing tools and actions being taken by Red Cross members but also external partners. A number of activities will occur within the program focused on three workstreams: Community Preparedness, National Society Preparedness and Private Sector and Key Stakeholders Engagement.
Job Purpose
Evidence generation is an important focus across the program and is imbedded through baseline, close monitoring, and evaluation. At the outset a detailed baseline study is being designed, including a mixed-methods knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) study. The CP3 KAP Intern will work with the CP3 team in the Africa Region, to develop a KAP question guide and survey methodology investigating the baseline state of community epidemic and pandemic preparedness. The intern will pilot the survey in one or two countries that are implementing CP3, and develop the tools which can be applied in the other program countries. The intern will also be responsible for data compilation and analysis for the 8 countries who are part of the program.
The CP3 KAP intern will be supported to develop their skills and knowledge in questionnaire development, survey design and primary data collection in a real-world setting, and gain knowledge of the suites of community epidemic and pandemic preparedness complexities. They will benefit from the support of public health experts in the regional and global CP3 teams.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Develop a qualitative and quantitative questionnaire and survey methodology looking at community epidemic and pandemic preparedness variables. This will include:

Desk review of existing IFRC and CP3 documents, including M&E frameworks to pull out key areas of focus for KAP survey.
Develop KAP survey methodology, including sampling methodology with input from academic supervisor and IFRC.
Develop KAP survey questionnaire and key informant questionnaire with input and guidance from IFRC.

Develop toolkit for training of in-country KAP survey teams and recommendations on how to operationalize a CP3 KAP training package. This will include:

Creating training tools linked to the KAP survey (related to sampling and survey implementation in the field)
Developing training modules for team leaders to use when training survey teams
Create a teaching module on accurate data entry and data verification which is to be carried out by team leaders at the country level.

Put in place a system for data collection, analysis, and reporting. This includes:

Creating a central database for KAP data for all 8 countries – in order to compare baseline and endline results, and between countries
All training tools for data entry that will be needed by in-country staff
Analysis of baseline data
Final report on baseline KAP results

Any other duties as appropriate and needed by the team.
Education
Required:
University degree in a relevant area in process (i.e. public health, epidemiology) with academic supervision
Experience
Required:

Experience of working in an office environment
Relevant experience working or interning with a humanitarian organization (i.e. United Nations or NGOs)
Experience of organising and helping to deliver training courses

Preferred:
Experience working with Red Cross/Red Crescent National Societies
Knowledge, skills and languages
Required:

Knowledge of survey methodologies
Knowledge of communicable diseases
Data analysis skills in both qualitative and quantitative methods
Good understanding of humanitarian or development sector
Able to work on own initiative and solve problems
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent verbal and written skills
Willing to travel to support a field operation (if applicable)
Self-supporting in computers (Windows, spreadsheets, word-processing)
Fluently spoken and written English

Preferred:

Strong presentation, facilitation and training skills
Good command of French Competencies and values
Professionalism
Communications
Collaboration and teamwork
National Society and customer relations
Building alliances
Accountability
Creativity and innovation

October 23, 2024
Community Epidemic and Pandemic Preparedness Programme (CP3) – IM/GIS consultant

Background
Large-scale epidemics and pandemics pose a serious threat not only to global health security but also to countries, communities and individuals in their efforts to achieve resilience. Epidemics and pandemics affect all sectors, impacting routine health services, economic and food security, trade, education, civil order, communication, transportation, and many other areas of life. The threat of emerging infectious diseases, including those of zoonotic origin, and the increasing prevalence of diseases previously controlled by antimicrobials and vaccination efforts, is a cause for concern to the global health community. Communities play an important role in prevention, early detection and early response with regard to this threat.
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) has launched a new programme targeting community centric epidemic and pandemic preparedness utilising an all of society all hazard approach. This programme builds on existing tools and actions being taken by Red Cross members but also external partners. A number of projects will occur within the programme focused on three work streams: Community Preparedness, National Society Preparedness and Private Sector and Key Stakeholders Engagement.
Objective of the consultancy
The objective of this consultancy is to support the IFRC and its partners strengthen the ability of communities and civil society groups to prevent, detect, and respond to disease threats and play a central and significant role in preparing for future health and disaster risks. As part of the Community Epidemic and Pandemic Preparedness Programme (CP3) in Kenya, the Kenya Red Cross Society will work with the IFRC, the American Red Cross, government entities, anthropologists, social scientists, civil society groups and other partners to collect and release key datasets and to produce digital visualization tools that will help responders at all levels to better understand where and why disease threats exist and thrive and to better prepare for them.
Acting as a champion for the importance of mapping and open data, the GIS consultant will work with government and other partners to gather existing information and data, identify gaps and validate the collected data, and work to gain permission to release the data openly. Priority datasets include geographic base data, social and cultural determinants of health, etc. These datasets will be finalized in coordination with local stakeholders and with guidance from the IFRC, the Kenya Red Cross Society, and the American Red Cross, working from a draft list already created by the project team. Once the data layers are assembled and permissions granted, the consultant will work with Red Cross partners to upload these to OpenStreetMap and HDX, as appropriate.
The consultant will engage with local partners, government actors, and other NGOs to promote open data and mapping within the region, and solicit stakeholder input into data needs to ensure that mapping results in useful products and synergistic inputs for Red Cross programmes. The GIS Consultant will receive close technical support from the IFRC and the American Red Cross’ GIS and Information Management unit.
The GIS consultant will cover the project work in Kenya and may be based in Nairobi with some travel to the field.
Expected outcomes and deliverables

Build and maintain relationships with the IFRC, Kenya Red Cross Society, American Red Cross, government ministries and partner organizations to collect relevant datasets
Meet with relevant ministries (Ministries of Health, Geographic Information, Census, etc) to determine relevant datasets
Work with officials to allow for sharing and dissemination of data using appropriate licenses
Work with Red Cross partners to validate data to ensure data quality
Arrange that data is received in a universally accessible, and if possible, a machine-readable format to allow for data analysis
Assist in determining the best way for data to be disseminated and visualized
Practice responsible data management for sensitive datasets
Work with Red Cross partners to ensure that data are upload to the relevant database (e.g. OpenStreetMap, Humanitarian Data Exchange, etc.)
Consult on strategy and methods for mapping vulnerable areas, as identified by Red Cross partners, in OpenStreetMap.
Promote an ecosystem of open data in the region
Engage with volunteers and partner organizations to educate people about the value of open data and mapping as key infrastructure for humanitarian/development efforts
Ensure that all appropriate geographic data are uploaded to OpenStreetMap or other relevant, accessible repositories
Support local OpenStreetMap communities to encourage local mapping.
Work closely with Red Cross partners to support the project’s collaborative partnerships with other Red Cross / Red Crescent National Societies, HOT, MSF, the World Bank, local government agencies, and other relevant entities.
Ensure timely submission of all required project reporting.
Management of the consultant

The consultant will be managed by the IFRC Public Health Informatics Senior Officer in Geneva, in close coordination with the CP3 Coordinator at the Kenya Red Cross Society in Nairobi, the IFRC East Africa country cluster office and the American Red Cross in Washington DC.
Proposed time frame and location
The proposed time frame is for a 5-month contract, with an initial maximum of 113 days of work, with potential or extension based on funding and candidate availability.
Start Date: 1 August 2018
Role balance guide:

Project management – 30%
Relationship Development and Data Coordination – 60%
Data analysis and reporting – 10%

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Desirable Requirements

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in geography, GIS, urban planning, or other related field
Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the field of GIS. The position requires proficiency in ArcGIS or QGIS, online server-based GIS, and web-mapping. Graphic design skills and experience using Adobe Creative Suite and are strongly preferred
Previous experience with community-based mapping
Extensive experience with OpenStreetMap (OSM)
Strong data analysis skills (Excel, Access, PostGIS, PostgreSQL, etc.)
Interest in using open source software and working to promote open data
Awareness of data protection principles are strongly preferred
Minimum of five years of experience in project management; demonstrated experience in providing technical assistance to projects and in training/overseeing staff
Willingness to travel within the project region for meetings with partners
Fluency in English with strong report writing and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and public speaking abilities
High degree of discretion, tact and sensitivity in dealing with internal and external clients and stakeholders at all levels
Previous experience with various humanitarian and health partners
Ability to work in an environment of diverse languages and cultures
Minimum of 3 years’ experience living and working in developing country contexts
Prior experience with Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies, IFRC and/or ICRC

October 23, 2024
Regional Disaster Management-Institutional Preparedness and Surge Capacity Delegate Senior Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation And Reporting (Pmer) Officer

Job Purpose
To be responsible for continuous monitoring of upcoming and ongoing disasters as well as the broader geographical context in which the IFRC operates. This position will be responsible for coordinating IFRC’s disaster management Training, planning and deployment of surge support in close liaison with Country Offices and Country Cluster Support Teams and relevant units of the Geneva Secretariat, to ensure that the operations are timely and adequate based on the needs. This position will participate in capacity-building activities in disaster response preparedness, including managing the regional disaster response team system.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Provide technical support for Africa National Societies to establish disaster response tools at national and local levels
Support Africa National Societies develop contingency and response plans to be proactive in managing disaster and crisis in the region
Ensure close contact with country and regional office that response modalities and service delivery plans are coordinated with host National Societies and Technical Departments
Ensure close contact with country and regional office that National Societies mandate, roles and capacities are recognized and used effectively in Federation emergency response
Support effective use of Federation surge capacity mechanism and capacities in disaster response such as FACT, RDRTs and ERUs
Advise Operation manager, regional/country offices on programmatic aspects of the transition from relief to recovery, rehabilitation and reconstruction
Organize in collaboration with regional offices trainings, aiming at fast and effective mobilization of Federation response system and mechanism
Monitor emergency/new partnering and resource opportunities in support of community-based safety and resilience programming
Utilise appropriate information technology tools in disseminating Disaster Management information
Work closely with shared leadership groups, including Africa Disaster Management Working Group (ADMAG) to advocate global policies/strategies and have disaster preparedness priorities reflected on its plan
Support /facilitate RDRT induction and thematic RDRT and maintain the roster of qualified RDRTs for deployment
Lead the development of the regional surge file (Regional Disaster Response Team system (RDRT) in Africa, including. All efforts will be aligned with Surge Optimization process and progress made under ADMAG related to regional surge:

Development of standard operational procedures for deployments in Africa in line with the global surge SOP
Support implementation of the Global Surge Optimisation process through active participation in relevant reference groups, dissemination of information and effective communications with region and country offices
Development of a training strategy for Africa, in coordination with the 5 IFRC Regional Offices and in alignment with initiatives under Surge Optimization and ADMAG
Development of standard toolbox for Africa RDRT including essential documents, guidelines and templates
Leading of the Africa RDRT working group and participation on the global task force for RDRT
Managing of RDRT toolbox shared through online tools (i.e. SharePoint, Dropbox)
Coordination and facilitation of regional surge trainings in Africa
Participation of participants selection for regional surge trainings
Support of alerts and regional surge deployments in Africa
Maintenance of the Africa regional surge roster
Managing of the RDRT database and performance appraisals of African regional surge
Technical support to RDRT members during deployments
Support for briefings and debriefings of RDRT members
Facilitation of cross-regional learning and exchanges between regional surge members in Africa
Update regional surge members about the latest IFRC tools, formats and training opportunities.

Duties applicable to all staff

Actively work towards the achievement of the Federation Secretariat’s goals
Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross and Red Crescent principles
Perform any other work related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager

Education

Relevant University degree
IMPACT course or equivalent knowledge

Experience
Required:

5 years of experience in disaster management, including experience in institutional disaster preparedness
Experience of working for the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement
Experience of conducting trainings

Preferred:

Experience of setting up, managing and coordinating disaster response, including leading multi-national response teams

Knowledge, skills and languages

Self-supporting in computers (word processing, spreadsheets etc.)
Solid and tested operational management skills
Analytical decision making capacity
Fluently spoken and written English
Good command of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish or Arabic) (Preferred)

Competencies and values

Accountability
National Society Relations
Teamwork
Integrity
Professionalism
Communication

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October 23, 2024
Operations Coordinator, Food Crisis

Job Purpose:
This position will be based at the Regional Office for Africa, with operational responsibilities of the drought affected countries in line with Africa Region strategic directions.
As the Food Crisis in Africa becomes more complex, there are increasing challenges to ensure integration and coherence in operations management, humanitarian diplomacy and communication approaches so that the IFRC can continue to enhance its support to the National Societies of the region and the wider Federation around this crisis. In line with the Federation Strategy 2020 of “doing more, doing better and reaching further”, the Operations Coordinator for the Food Crisis is expected to contribute effectively by working with the Federation Secretariat team members, National Societies as well as the ICRC.Reporting to the Head of DCPRR in the Africa Region, the Operations Coordinator, in close coordination with other management team including CO and CCST operations managers in the Region is responsible to ensure adherence to the set strategic direction and ensure financial and human resources management are consistent with IFRC rules and regulations.
The Operations Coordinator will be responsible for the expanded response activities in the affected countries providing leadership and guidance for overall operation delegates/staff and programs directly supporting the response to the crisis.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
This role carries both high-level coordination support and management responsibilities. Management responsibilities will include the direct and indirect management of the Africa Food Crisis team focal points, as well as management and technical support within the Region. Responding to strategic directions and emerging priorities from management with promptness, process and results-based responsiveness, accountability and transparency are key requirements.
Key responsibilities are:

Support the elaboration and expansion of plans of action and budgets for the Emergency Appeals in specific countries of operations, under the scope of the Food Crisis efforts;
Lead the Food Crisis team to ensure implementation and accountability of operations and programs. Line manage and/or provide technical support to the Food Crisis team focal points (PMER, Communications, CEA, IM, Food Security & Resilience, and CTP delegates);
Provide direct in-country support, including deploying as surge for periods of time, to specific operations as needed;
Responsible for ensuring the quality and timely extension of operations related to food crisis in Africa, including direct contribution to possible scale up of the response to the crisis by the Federation and the Movement at large;
Ensure in-depth analysis and contingency planning to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness and relevance of the Food Crisis operations;
Ensure effective and efficient coordination of all Movement partners involved in the Food Crisis operations;
Ensure IFRC active participation in external coordination mechanisms (UN bodies) and other multi sector coordination forums;
Ensure the enhancement of the information network that currently exists strengthening the effort to develop the mechanism of accountability and visibility;
Supervise and coordinate the data collection and dissemination of information for accurate and timely reports;
Draw upon resources available in the Africa Region, such as Health, Finance, DCPRR, PMER and other departments to ensure that operational planning, budgeting and reporting is carried out in a timely and professional manner, in accordance with the Secretariat requirements, formats and standards;
Ensure effective and efficient liaison between the Federation office and in-country counterparts in managing the operations; Represent the IFRC as appropriate in the various interagency forums and coordination mechanisms related to the Africa Drought Operations;

Education (Required)

Relevant University Degree with good academic achievement
Basic Delegates Training Course or IMPACT. FACT, ERU, RDRT training or equivalent knowledge

Experience (Required)

10 years of relevant working experience in complex humanitarian operations, of which at least 3 years in management position
Red Cross/Red Crescent knowledge and experience
Proven Operations experience including senior management, movement coordination, disaster management/response/contingency planning.
Experience of working in complex operations
Adequate experience and expertise in people management with maturity and cross-cultural understanding.

Knowledge and Skills (Required)

Demonstrated staff management and development skills
Problem-solving skills
Proven strong project management skills
In-depth understanding of financial management
Ability to work in a cross-cultural and cross-functional environment
Strong interpersonal skills and good understanding of the global organization
Excellent communication skills, public diplomacy and advocacy
Ability to work to tight deadlines and handle , handle multiple tasks and high responsiveness.

Languages
Fluently spoken and written English and French
Competencies

National Society Relations
Professionalism
Accountability
Teamwork
Communication
Innovation
Professional Mastery
Building alliances
Influencing
Consensus building
Results oriented
Diplomacy with sufficient understanding of the Middle East and North Africa context

October 23, 2024