Our objective is to provide a clear and comprehensive overview of this position, ensuring alignment with both organizational goals and candidate qualifications. This role is designed to deliver specific outcomes that contribute to the company’s strategic initiatives, requiring a candidate who meets stringent professional standards. Day-to-day responsibilities will encompass a range of critical tasks, from operational execution to collaborative problem-solving, all aimed at driving efficiency and innovation within the team. Ideal candidates will possess the requisite expertise, adaptability, and commitment to excellence necessary to thrive in this dynamic environment.
Save the Children’s Program Development and Quality (PDQ) team spearheads the creation of exceptional, forward-thinking programs designed to generate immediate and sustainable improvements for children while offering specialized technical guidance to ensure the quality of program implementation. Comprising key thematic pillars—including Nutrition, Health, Education, Child Protection, Child Poverty, and Child Rights Governance—the PDQ team also encompasses the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Research, and Learning (EARL) Unit.
Responsibilities for this position include overseeing key operational functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency. The role demands strong analytical skills, the ability to collaborate across departments, and expertise in project management. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five years of relevant experience, hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and demonstrate proficiency in industry-specific tools and technologies. This position requires meticulous attention to detail, exceptional problem-solving capabilities, and a commitment to delivering measurable results.
The MEAL Coordinator serves as the direct supervisor for this position, providing guidance and oversight of all related duties.
Save the Children has maintained a presence in Kenya since the 1950s, delivering developmental and humanitarian assistance to children through direct interventions and partnerships with local organizations. Current initiatives prioritize child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). In 2012, as part of a global restructuring effort, the organization consolidated programs from Save the Children UK, Canada, and Finland into a unified Kenya operation. A subsequent transition in February 2014 integrated the health and nutrition programs of the British NGO Merlin with its own, further strengthening its impact. Today, Save the Children operates in Burma, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Larissa, Mandela, Turkey, and Major, while also collaborating with partners across additional regions. Additionally, the Kenya Country Office oversees operations for a newly established project office in Madagascar, established in 2016. Collectively, the organization employs approximately 250 staff across both countries and reported an operating annual budget of roughly US$17.5 million in 2021.
This position does not have any direct reports, as no staff members report directly to this role.
Overseeing key responsibilities and ensuring accountability in the following areas:
The internship will involve providing assistance to the EARL and PDQ departments, enabling the development of essential skills to support critical functions for both the EARL team and the broader Program Quality and Development (PDQ) department.
Responsible for overseeing performance, ensuring adherence to standards, and maintaining accountability for outcomes. This role involves tracking progress, verifying compliance, and implementing corrective measures as needed to uphold organizational objectives.
The incumbent will serve as the primary liaison for the PRIME information management system, providing dedicated support to the EARL Team to ensure accurate and timely entry of data into the designated workbooks, along with its consistent updating.
Oversee the country office humanitarian tracker and conduct monthly data analysis from this tracker to produce reports for program staff.
The intern will maintain the accountability database by ensuring it is consistently updated and conducting regular data analyses to guide programming decisions and inform senior management. Additionally, the intern will compile and present monthly analyses of accountability data.
The position entails conducting comprehensive research, fostering learning initiatives, and driving effective knowledge management strategies to enhance organizational growth and efficiency. Key responsibilities include gathering and analyzing data, developing learning programs, and implementing systems to capture, store, and disseminate critical information. The role requires expertise in research methodologies, instructional design, and knowledge-sharing frameworks, along with strong analytical and communication skills to translate insights into actionable strategies. Proficiency in data analysis tools, learning management platforms, and information retrieval systems is essential, as is the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to align knowledge initiatives with business objectives.
Working collaboratively with the EARL Lead and team leads, you will oversee the maintenance and distribution of an online repository comprising updated capability statements, communication materials, and reference resources. This involves regular updates to the country office SharePoint platform and Microsoft Teams, as well as shared drives.
Collaborate with field offices to establish and implement optimal strategies for effective information sharing.
Collaborate with the communications department and the EARL Lead to craft concise learning briefs derived from evaluation reports and oversee their effective distribution.
BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)
Analyzing complex situations and formulating effective solutions are crucial responsibilities of this role. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to assess diverse scenarios, evaluate potential outcomes, and make informed, timely decisions. Strong analytical thinking and adaptability are essential, as is the capacity to navigate ambiguity and prioritize tasks under pressure. Experience in assessing risks, weighing pros and cons, and driving actionable conclusions is highly valued.
Performs tasks within intricate operational frameworks by applying specialized technical skills, proactively identifying potential obstacles, and devising effective strategies to minimize risks.
Proactively addresses urgent issues with timely and well-informed solutions.
Investigates and evaluates data patterns, assessing their implications for strategic decision-making processes to inform organizational choices.
Professional development for both oneself and the team is essential to this role, fostering growth through continuous learning and skill enhancement. Dedicated to nurturing talent, this responsibility includes identifying opportunities for colleagues to expand their competencies and supporting their career progression. By investing in others, we strengthen collective capabilities and drive organizational success.
Conducts thorough, periodic assessments of personal performance to pinpoint specific areas for growth, subsequently establishing structured, actionable development plans aimed at continuous improvement.
Provides consistent, affirming, and actionable feedback to colleagues to foster growth and development.
Fosters an environment conducive to learning while offering demanding and developmental tasks and assignments for those prepared to advance.
Coaches individuals to extract insights from their on-the-job experiences and leverage available resources effectively.
Ensures adherence to performance standards and delivery of results with a strong sense of ownership. Expects employees to take responsibility for their actions, decisions, and outcomes while maintaining high integrity and ethical conduct. Evaluates performance based on measurable benchmarks and holds individuals accountable for meeting or exceeding expectations.
Demonstrates personal accountability in decision-making, optimizes resource utilization, and consistently upholds and embodies the core values of Save the Children through proficient leadership.
Ensures the team and partners fulfill their commitments by empowering them to determine the most effective approach while offering targeted development opportunities to enhance performance. When expectations are unmet, applies fair and proportionate consequences to uphold accountability and drive improvement.
Driven by a strong desire to excel and advance, this position seeks candidates who exhibit a proactive and goal-oriented mindset. Ideal applicants will demonstrate unwavering commitment to professional growth, coupled with the resilience to tackle challenges head-on. The role demands individuals who are self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to continuously enhance their skills in a fast-paced environment.
Establishes high and demanding objectives for themselves and their team while assuming accountability for their own growth and fostering a culture of continuous development within the team.
They actively articulate their personal vision for Save the Children, inspiring and galvanizing team members to embrace and champion the organization’s mission.
Visionary and globally minded, capable of strategic thinking with a forward-looking perspective.
The role demands proficiency in collaborating effectively across diverse teams and departments to achieve shared objectives, ensuring seamless communication and alignment throughout all project phases. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal skills to cultivate productive working relationships, resolve conflicts, and foster a cooperative environment that enhances productivity and innovation. Experience in cross-functional teamwork, whether in agile, matrix, or traditional organizational structures, is essential to navigate complex interdependencies and drive cohesive outcomes.
Develops and sustains productive collaborations with team members, colleagues, organizational affiliates, and external partners and advocates.
Embraces diversity as a fundamental driver of competitive advantage, recognizing its pivotal role in fostering innovation and organizational excellence.
A highly approachable and empathetic professional with strong interpersonal skills, characterized by an ease in communication and a willingness to attentively listen.
We seek a dynamic professional who thrives in innovative environments, demonstrating a strong ability to generate original ideas and solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the capacity to think outside conventional boundaries. They will collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to bring concepts to life, ensuring projects meet both creative and strategic objectives. Proficiency in industry-relevant tools and technologies, as well as a portfolio showcasing diverse creative work, are essential. Additionally, the role requires adaptability to evolving trends and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful outputs.
Cultivates and champions novel, creative approaches to problem-solving.
Demonstrates a willingness to embrace calculated risks in pursuit of strategic objectives.
A strong commitment to ethical conduct and honesty is essential for this role, as it requires unwavering adherence to moral and professional principles in all actions and decisions. Candidates must demonstrate reliability and consistency in their work, ensuring that integrity remains a cornerstone of their professional conduct. This position demands a dedication to maintaining transparency, trustworthiness, and accountability in every aspect of the job.
A steadfast commitment to honesty, openness, and transparency, coupled with the highest standards of integrity, is essential.
Seeking a candidate with a proven track record in [specific industry or field, if applicable] and substantial experience in [key skills or areas of expertise]. The ideal applicant will possess [required education level, certifications, or licenses, if any], along with demonstrated proficiency in [specific tools, software, or methodologies relevant to the role]. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential, as the position demands meticulous attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team. Prior experience in [specific tasks, projects, or industries] is highly advantageous, and familiarity with [relevant regulations, standards, or best practices] is preferred. The role requires adaptability to dynamic environments and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in a timely and efficient manner.
A recognized university must confer an undergraduate degree in Statistics, Demography, Population Studies, or Development Studies.
Proven capability in performing exhaustive literature reviews and analyzing secondary data sources with precision and thoroughness.
Proven expertise in organizing, facilitating, and delivering presentations, coupled with strong communication abilities.
Proficient in engaging with diverse stakeholders to gather critical insights and distilling this information into clear, concise materials that effectively advocate for and advance the objectives of Save the Children’s programs.
Fluent proficiency in both written and spoken English is required.
An individual who demonstrates independence and proactively tackles challenges with confidence and adaptability.
Proven capability to collaborate effectively within diverse, interdisciplinary, and cross-cultural team environments.
Demonstrates a commitment to endorsing and adhering to the Save the Children Child Safeguarding Policy without exception.
Accomplished communicator with a demonstrated ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
Proficient in utilizing information technology tools and systems effectively.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
