Livelihoods Consultant Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, economics, agriculture, food security and livelihoods, with relevant experience in development sector.
A postgraduate degree holder with hands-on expertise having a minimum of 8 years’ experience in the fields of Community level Agro-Pastoralist and Fisheries business development, NRM, Food / Livelihoods Security, Economics, Entrepreneurship and Disaster Risk Management with excellent training facilitation to deliver on this assignment.
Experience working with an international development organization and knowledge of community engagement, training modules development, reporting procedures, best practices and workmanship guidelines.
Experience undertaking similar assignments in Somalia. Experience in the project area will be an added advantage.
Excellent written and spoken English.
Somalia speaking qualified consultant(s) is preferred.
Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with respect for diversity.
Ability to work independently and under pressure in a rapidly changing professional environment.
Diplomacy and good interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities
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Job Experience: Experience of 8 years
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Livelihoods Consultant Finance & Admin Officer
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Consultancy: Develop a Social Protection Strategy for Mombasa County
Scope of Work
Goal and Objective:
The County strategy for social protection for Mombasa will guide the implementation of a Comprehensive, inclusive and Sustainable Social Protection System which would include, but not limited to, social insurance, social assistance/social safety nets, universal benefits, basic social services, labour market policies and livelihoods support.
The consultant will work under overall the supervision of the Social Protection Specialist in UNICEF. The purpose of this assignment is to support the Mombasa County to formulate a comprehensive County Social Protection strategies in line with their respective CIDP.
Expected results
A comprehensive and inclusive draft social protection strategy prepared under the leadership of the Mombasa County Government
A medium term costing framework of main social protection programmes proposed in the Strategy is provided to support county budget discussions on social protection
Activities and Tasks:
Review and document current national government legislation (Social Protection Policy 2012, Sector Review 2012-2017and other relevant documents), government structure and current processes (consolidation of SPS and Inua Jammii programme) and service delivery to the county of Mombasa
Conduct a mapping and inventory of existing Social Protection programmes and activities in the County, including programmes in the social sectors (education, health and sanitation), productive sector (agriculture, services).
Conduct a summary of situation analysis of social protection in Mombasa using the outcome of the mapping and the review
Identify national, county and civil society stakeholders on Social Protection
Lead and facilitate county level consultations to discuss and develop county level owned strategic guidance and directions for the strategy
Using the inputs of the consultations, Develop a Draft Social Protection strategy for the Mombasa County including, objectives, guiding principles and assumptions, strategic measures, coordination mechanisms, institutional framework, financing and monitoring and evaluation.
Final Social Protection Strategy for Mombasa County including a monitoring and evaluation plan and a costed action plan.
Work relationships:
The consultant will work under the supervision of the Social Protection Specialist in UNICEF. The consultant will work directly and engage with the Director Budget and economic Planning at the Department of Finance and Economic Planning, Mombasa County.
Outputs/Deliverables:
An approved work plan agreed with the Department of Finance and Economic Planning, Mombasa County and UNICEF after 2 weeks of commencement of consultancy.
A social protection situation analysis including an inventory of Social Protection programmes and activities at Mombasa county as well as a review of policies and legal framework
A Draft Social Protection Strategy for Mombasa County.
Facilitated Stakeholders consultation meeting to validate strategic pillars and key actions of the strategy.
Final and costed Draft Social Protection Strategy for Mombasa County
Schedule of Payment
An approved work plan agreed with the Department of Finance and Economic Planning, Mombasa County and UNICEF after 2 weeks of commencement of consultancy
Required Qualifications, Desired Competencies, Technical Background And Experience
Advance university degree in Social Science economics, statistics, anthropology, International relations, political science, international finance, public relations, media, communication or other relevant disciplines
Minimum 8 years of relevant professional work experience experience
Practical experience in strategic planning, policy and strategy formulation
Experience in the field of social protection in sub-Saharan Africa
Good understanding of devolution system and dynamics
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Head of Finance & Shared Services
Purpose Statement of the Position
The jobholder will be responsible for ensuring strategic and operational finance planning, monitoring and reporting to enhance the decision making process, oversee successful delivery of activities relating to the Human resource, legal, administration, IT an office services function across entire group.
Responsibilities for the Head of Finance & Shared Services Job
Develop, implement and monitor compliance of policies and procedures in accounting, office administration, HR and IT for all group businesses
To ensure compliance with legal, Tax and other financial and personnel regulatory requirements.
To ensure both internal and external Audits are conducted within specified periods.
To liaise with Company Secretary on company secretarial issues.
Provide strategic financial leadership across all areas of the organizations with regard to safeguarding the current and future financial position company.
Preparing, Maintaining and Reporting on Group and Subsidiary Operating and Capital Budgets and forecasts and planning Cash flow to ensure efficient use of financial resources and liquidity
Ensuring that Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Financial Statements (including consolidation) are issued on a timely basis and are accurate and complete.
Establishing and Maintaining proper systems, procedures and controls that ensure financial resources and assets are managed prudently and in accordance with the budget.
Ensuring proper matching of financial assets and liabilities and timely collection of debts and payment of suppliers and maintaining of an appropriate credit control policy.
Oversee the preparation and completion of Audited Accounts for the Group and Subsidiaries.
Provide an accurate and timely finance service including setting and monitoring of budgets, forecasts, cash flow analysis, management and financial accounts, plus advice and support to inform decision making at all levels throughout the Company.
Manage and improve the financing of working capital and generation of cash flow across the group.
Appraise investment opportunities
Contribute to successful delivery of Company strategic priorities and annual business objectives.
Provide strategic financial leadership across all areas of the organisations with regard to safeguarding the current and future financial position of the Company.
Recommend sources of company finance for approval.
Sign company cheques as per mandates
Approve Finance & Shared services expenses.
Approve company budgets for presentation to boards
Approve cash flow plans
Qualifications for the Head of Finance & Shared Services Job
Degree in Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting or Finance or its equivalent with an MBA or MSCC in Finance.
Professional qualifications in CPA (K), ACCA or its equivalent.
Minimum of 8 years’ experience of managing finances or audit preferably in a commercial environment of which 3-5 should be a senior management position.
Experience in engaging with C level executives and financiers is highly desirable.
Proven experience in investment analysis, capital raising and investment structuring is highly desirable.
Communication skills, interpersonal skills, analytical skills, strategic thinking and business development are the desired qualities.
Competencies and Skills required
High interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people from all walks of life.
Attention to detail.
Numerical acumen and analytical.
Holding people accountable
Good planning and organization skills.
Team player with proven leadership skills.
Good decision maker.
Delegation and management skills.
Strategic Orientation
Business Focus
Evaluation & Reporting
Ethical and holds high integrity
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Director of Talent
ABOUT THE ROLE
At Nova Pioneer we believe that attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional people is at the heart of achieving our vision. We aim to build our organisation into one of the best environments to work and grow as a professional across the continent and world: we can only grow as quickly as we find and develop fantastic talent. This puts the talent function at the heart of our organisation and this leadership position represents an extraordinary opportunity to shape the trajectory of the organization and its impact on education across the continent.
The Director will lead this priority across East Africa, building and leading a team of strong talent professionals and working closely with the Global Head of Talent to establish and refine systems that we will use across the continent.
Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Talent Development
Design, lead and implement a differentiated professional development program for staff across East Africa, including a robust program to develop emerging leaders and managers;
Manage and continuously refine all elements of the annual performance management process including: education and support to all levels of management regarding goal setting, feedback, coaching, appropriate documentation, and appropriate actions for performance issues
Support and develop all departmental and school leaders to ensure they are well equipped to consistently deliver strong employee development and performance management
Plan and facilitate world class professional development programs to large and small audiences
Support the application and continuous refinement of our competency framework, the backbone of our professional growth system, and establish the most efficacious ways to evaluate our staff’s growth and development
Recruitment
Build and manage a strong recruitment team that is able to efficiently review thousands of candidates every year and identify exceptional individuals to fill hundreds of critical roles as the organization grows rapidly;
Develop strategic activities to identify and attract top candidates to Nova Pioneer such as events, social media engagement, and partnerships with universities and other major institutions;
Manage and continuously refine strong recruitment systems that smoothly move candidates through a rigorous assessment process, including training and supporting hiring managers across the organization;
Develop and manage systems for cultivating great individuals who are not immediate candidates but who may be strong members of the Nova Pioneer family in the future
Talent Support
Build and manage our Talent Support (Human Resources) function and create systems and processes that will enhance and strengthen our team’s work in all areas of HR administration and systems;
Lead employee relations, including serving as a resource for staff, constantly tracking staff culture, engagement, and satisfaction, and advising the management team on appropriate actions to improve staff culture;
Manage and constantly analyze and refine all compensation and benefits policies for the organization’s work in the region;
Manage to ensure maintain administrative excellence across all HR systems and processes;
Team and Culture Leadership
Build and lead a team to consistently meet the ambitious talent-related goals of rapidly-growing organization;
Build an exceptional culture within your team aligned to the organization’s aspirations in which individuals constantly push to meet High Expectations and there are high degrees of collaboration and joy in working together;
Constantly track the health of the overall organization culture in East Africa and work closely with the Managing Director and other senior managers to identify additional ways of improving culture;
Design and lead initiatives to strengthen organizational culture, including coaching and supporting managers to implement culture-related activities
ABOUT YOU
Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree a plus
8+ years of experience in results-oriented, fast-paced environments. Some experience working on modern, progressive human resources/talent experience is required. Experience in the education sector is plus but not required;
Exceptional interpersonal and people management skills – your colleagues and teams love working with you and you are able to handle a wide range of personalities and people situations;
Experience driving talent planning efforts within an organization with a focus on systematic people development;
Excellent project management and ability to prioritize and effectively manage time in a complex, fast-moving environment;
You are a creative, out of the box thinker, strategist and problem solver
You build strong relationships with an ability to inspire and motivate others
You hold high expectations for all people and believe in their ability to reach them
You strive for excellence in every detail of your work and inspire and challenge everyone around you to do the same
You take pleasure in excellence more than credit or status
Our culture resonates deeply with your values—and in particular, you are excited to challenge yourself by taking risks and getting more feedback than you’ve ever received before -
Senior Economist
Duties and Accountabilities:
The Senior Economist will:
Lead or significantly contribute to the World Bank’s support to Kenya’s devolution program.
Contribute to MFM lending operations in Kenya, including Development Policy Financing.
Lead or significantly contribute to the preparation of major analytical reports.
Collaborate with the MFM team on the preparation of just-in-time technical notes on a wide range of macroeconomic and structural reform issues.
Facilitate the Bank’s policy dialogue with the authorities.
Work closely with other global practices to provide integrated diagnostics and development solutions.
Disseminate new ideas, creative approaches, and successful international experience; disseminate successful experiences from Kenya to the rest of the world.
Work closely and provide regular support and advice to the Country Director based in Nairobi and engage with the broader country team to enhance the rigor of advice on cross-cutting and sectoral issues in support of the growth and shared prosperity agenda.
Actively promote dialogue and close working relationships with the main development partners working on Kenya as well as with the private sector, academia, think tanks and civil society. Liaise with the IMF on the macroeconomic framework and in the preparation of joint World Bank-IMF debt sustainability analysis, when needed.
Carry out the work program in a way that contributes to client capacity building, knowledge sharing and innovation at national and county levels.
Ensure high standards of quality of tasks managed by self and help enhance quality of other tasks.
Participate actively in MFM Global Practice-wide activities including by providing support to programs in other countries in the same Country Management Unit (Uganda and Rwanda).
Selection Criteria:
Required Competencies
General Economic Knowledge and Analytical Skills – Possesses Cross-country knowledge in economic specialty and demonstrates ability to link the macro, institutional, and micro-level behaviors; able to support findings/policy recommendations with credible analysis and tools.
Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena – Understands policy making process; distills operationally relevant recommendations/lessons for clients.
Policy Dialogue Skills – Identifies and assesses policy issues and takes a leading role in the dialogue with the government and/or other stakeholders.
Integrative Skills – Had an integrated view of all facets of national accounts and macroeconomics.
Macroeconomic Skills and Country Economics Experience – Have a strong understanding of macroeconomic relationships, and the use of national accounts and balance of payments data systems from a data-consumer point of view.
Written and Verbal Communication – Delivers information effectively in support of team or workgroup
Lead and Innovate- Develops innovative solutions.
Deliver Results for Clients- Proactively addresses clients’ stated and unstated needs.
Collaborate Within Teams and Across Boundaries- Collaborates across boundaries, listens well to the views of collaborators and remains open-minded. Develops consensual solutions that bring diverse partners together.
Create, Apply and Share Knowledge- Creates, shared and disseminated knowledge across WBG to strengthen solutions for internal and/or external clients.
Make Smart Decisions- Has a pro-active solution oriented that brings together a wide range of information to develop, implement and monitor solutions.
Other Selection Criteria
Minimum of a Master’s degree in economics, with eight years of experience.
Strong technical skills on macro-fiscal and growth issues and a proven track record in delivering high quality and technically sophisticated analytical work.
Experience in working with planning units, providing policy advice to government officials, and a track record of conducting effective policy dialogue with country counterparts.
Proven sense of initiative, results orientation, and leadership qualities, as well as effective teamwork skills;
Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak persuasively and to present ideas clearly and concisely with senior policy officials.
Strong integrative capacities; i.e., ability to situate IDA activities within a coherent strategic framework.6. Excellent communication and presentation skills — both verbal and written. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly on complex topics to a wide variety of audiences.
Excellent interpersonal and negotiations skills and ability to work flexibly, creatively and to multitask as the need arises.
A high degree of self-motivation, positive attitude and drive.
Strong commitment towards team work and knowledge sharing, especially across the World Bank Group. -
Senior Reporting, Communication and Knowledge Management Officer
The position: The RCKM officer will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The officer will report to the senior project manager for SASHA sweetpotato seed systems and RTB cluster lead for Quality seeds & access to improved varieties (CC2.1). The principal tasks and responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following:
Duties And Accountabilities
Project management activities: o Ensure timely preparation and review of project partner work plans, and budgets;
Ensure timely, accurate and comprehensive reporting from partners in the sweetpotato seed systems component on a quarterly basis. Prepare compilation of report analyzing and synthesizing progress on bi-annual basis;
Ensure adequate planning, preparation, logisticaland implementation arrangements for technical meetings, events, exhibitions;
Support yearly planning and reporting of the “Quality seeds & access to improved varieties cluster” activities in the RTB Research Portfolio;
Support the seed systems scientists in other activities as requested. Communication and knowledge management activities:
Ensure monthly distribution of updated information on cluster activities to immediate cluster members, Flagship Project leader, other cluster leaders, and the wider RTB community;
Strengthen and coordinate information and knowledge for the RTB seed systems community of practice;
Assist in the development and implementation of CKM strategies and activities to support outreach of RTB seed systems outputs to other researchers, practitioners, and potential partners;
Assist in the organization of major meetings and events related to the cluster and preparation of minutes;
In collaboration with the RTB Communications Office and the regional SSA communications staff coordinate the preparation of summaries, press releases, fact sheets, media kits etc. of key cluster outputs;
Facilitate the documentation of cluster experiences, achievements and lessons learned and the sharing of findings with relevant target groups, assisting in the editing of documents and the coordination of any graphics/formatting work;
Collaborate with the RTB PSU and data management team in appropriate documentation and archiving of communication and knowledge outputs.
Selection Criteria
MSc/MBA in project management, journalism, communication, marketing or a science- related area;
Five to eight years of professional experience in supporting project management in complex projects, including developing and implementing CKM strategies;
Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English, working knowledge of French, Spanish or Portuguese, preferable;
Demonstrated experience of strong and effective use of web-based collaborative tools Web 2.0 social media, websites, other communication forums and database management;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams;
Proactive approach, with ability to find creative ways to solve problems;
Willingness to travel;
A Kenyan citizen.
Conditions: The employment contract will be for a two-year term (with a three-month probation period) with the possibility of renewal, subject to availability of funding. -
Special Projects Supervision Manager
Purpose of the Job
Responsible for establishing relationships with external stakeholders, ensuring that linkages and synergies with other IRA programmes and task forces/committees are exploited and focused to achieving IRA’s goals and objectives.
Special Projects Supervisor Job Responsibilities
Policy development
Establish operational priorities, set, implement and monitor performance targets for the review of the Insurance Act.
Provide technical oversight in development of Policy Framework Paper and regulations on micro insurance.
Support the coordination, management and provision of technical oversight to various committees and task forces by consolidating a working culture that consistently achieves and/or surpasses established targets and standards.
Provide technical advice and support on strategy and policy for development of the insurance act.
Manage reporting activities including consolidation of reports, and ensuring adherence to deadlines and regulatory requirements for companies under statutory management;
Participate and provide quality oversight and technical input in consultancies and activities as specified in the terms of reference for each of the respective consultancies / special assignments that may arise from time to time.
Staff supervision and administration
Coordinate and supervise performance of the tasks carried out by supervision officers in the Section
Participate in preparation, implementation and control the departmental budget and work plans
Ensure department Standard Operating Procedures and Service Charter are adhered to and implemented
Liaise with IRA departments and external stakeholders so as to ensure a coordinated approach to discharging the mandate of the Authority
Supervise and develop section staff
Qualifications for the Special Projects Supervisor Job
Bachelor’s degree in insurance / finance / accounting / actuarial:
Professional insurance qualification e.g. ACII / AIIK/CPA(K)/ ACCA/ CFA/ CSIA
Member of the ACII/ AIIKor similar bodies; and
Proficiency in ICT
A Masters’ degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
Eight (8) years’ experience in the insurance industry, three (3) of which should have been at a supervisory level;
Experience in preparation of analytical and numerical reports;
Experience analysing financial and insurance reports; and
Skills
Strong communication, reporting and speech writing skills;
Good mentorship and coaching skills;
Strong organization and inter personal skills; and
Good analytical, investigative, auditing and inspection skills
Good team management and leadership skills
Competences
Professionalism;
Ethical and integrity;
Strategic thinking and team player; and
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi task
Terms of Offer
An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the right candidate. -
Head of Programmes (HoP) Head of Communications
The Head of Programmes (HoP) will provide strategic leadership and oversight role to the Society’s programmes and Project activities. The HoP being guided by the Society’s Strategic plan, will lead in the development of project proposals for funding and oversee successful implementation of projects.
Working closely with other senior members of staff, led by the Executive Director, the HoP will build, lead and manage an effective, creative and motivated project team.
Duties for the Programme Head Job
In conjunction with the Executive Director and the Project Managers, determines project resource requirements;
Lead in high quality and robust project proposal development based on situational analysis of the natural resources conservation environment in the East Africa Region
Develop a plan for a solid relationship and networks with key donor organizations for consistent support for the society’s conservation programmes;
Oversee the delivery/implementation of all programmes and projects, monitoring the delivery in terms of quality, costs and time;
Monitors and assists the Project Managers in planning, execution and timely delivery of allocated projects, ensuring incorporation of best practice project management processes;
Works closely with the Project Managers to identify potential project cost overruns, time delays or quality deficiencies, and implements actions for rectification;
Analyses project results, and interprets results into recommendations for management to assist them in the development of the organization as a voice of conservation in East Africa Region;
Ensures that clear communication and good relationships are developed and maintained within the Programme unit, with the Executive Director, with other internal departments and with external parties such as the donors, Government, CSO, etc.
Plans, develops, coordinates, communicates and ensure implementation of the internal policies and procedures of the Programme Unit
Provide support and guidance to the EAWLS working groups/Forums
Effectively and efficiently delegates responsibility and authority, and ensures accountability, to subordinate staff for the delivery of agreed outputs;
Develops and deploys standard project management tools (such as monitoring & evaluation framework, project design & implementation plans, logical frameworks) and develops the project management and technical skills of the Project Managers and other project staff;
Provides timely and accurate project tracking, monitoring, evaluation, analysis of outputs, and reporting both internally and externally
Establishes performance objectives, with appropriate measures for all projects and project staff;
Prepares, and submits for approval, revenue and expenditure forecasts based on established financial goals;
Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director incorporation to above.
Essential Experience
Experience in working with the private sector, donors, non-governmental organizations, community-based organizations, as well as public sector; and demonstrated ability to grow an existing business, maintain existing client relationships and develop new ones
Proven experience in the total financial management of a large and diverse multi-disciplinary project portfolio.
Excellent financial and situational analytical skills and knowledge of analysis techniques;
Excellent organizational and decision-making skills. Strong skills in facilitation management, team leadership, planning and problem solving. Ability to understand the total impact of projects on the entire organization with a holistic perspective (holistic skills).
Programme Head Job Qualification
A degree in Natural Management (NRM), preferably at Masters level;
Over 8 years’ experience in NRM / Conservation and at least 5 years in Programme management level;
Advocacy, fundraising and negotiation skills
Good technical writing, excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent computer skills in various computer packages
Good organizational and analytical skills;
Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadline;
Strong networking and partnership building skills
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Manager New Business
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Sales and Marketing Director, the incumbent will be responsible for achieving the sales goals of the New Business team by setting and managing the sales objectives and sales activities through established sales plans/tactics to deliver or exceed the individual and team target in order to achieve maximum profitability through recurring revenue and top line growth in line with the organizational vision and values.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for meeting and exceeding set revenue targets for the New Business Team.
Strategy: Manage & execute the New Business acquisition strategy as set by the Sales Execution Framework – Goals, Objectives & Activities Work
Responsible for the recruitment, training (on products and sales process), performance management, development and motivation of the team.
Assist in the building of a strong, competitive value proposition for the targeted verticals and client segments based on client feedback and segment observations/trends. Work with the relevant departments on the delivery of this
Responsible for the team selling the right product mix of our Connectivity, Cloud and Communication services to the right verticals and client segments.
Maintain awareness of market trends in the industry and provide timely, accurate, feedback and market intelligence to the product development team and the Head of Business Services regarding competitive pricing, and strive to maintain maximum profit margin.
Set the tactical direction of the new business consultants’ activities in the short and medium term, including:
Opportunity planning for the top deals in the pipeline to understand the clients’ business drivers and the decision-making process
Review & implementation of quarterly accountability matrixes for each account manager
Weekly performance reporting and tracking of the set metrics
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
A degree in Business Administration or related discipline-sales management and proficiency in Computer packages.
Post graduate qualification desirable.
Minimum 8 years sales experience 4 of which must be in a Managerial capacity
Proven track record in recruiting, managing, motivating, coaching and developing a sales team. Working experience in the Telecommunications and / or IT industry.
Proven track record in managing sales to corporate clients in Telecommunications and / or IT industry.
Competent Skills/Traits required:
Strong problem solving skills.
Networking
Professionalism
Driving for results
Planning & organizing
Business insight
Driving innovation
Leveraging people skills
Driving for performance
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Team Leader
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION
The overall objective of the project is to use an evidence-based approach for programming and implementing interventions in the Horn of Africa region, as well as to inform policy around the themes of the client’s operations in the region.
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
Role objective:
The Team Leader will be a senior manager (with experience in monitoring of development and cooperation projects), with high level corporate management skills, able to interface between the various governing instances of the implementing partners of projects at all levels and other stakeholders as required.
Expected output:
The Team Leader will provide vision, leadership and direction to the MLS in particular the learning strategy, and will be in charge of the administration of the MLS overseeing design, delivery and quality. The Team Leader will have oversight of the contract, which shall include:
Management oversight of all aspects of the MLS (including financial and human resources);
Ensuring the delivery of agreed outputs;
Managing the development of the Learning Strategy, including communication and capacity building aspects, and strategically promoting the use of the MLS to generate knowledge;
Managing the development and implementation of the MLS;
Controlling the expenditure of the MLS;
Providing oversight of data management procedures, including long-term accessibility to data after the MLS ends and developing procedures for open access to data and knowledge;
Developing and managing an exit strategy for the MLS.
Project reporting:
This position reports directly to the Program Director
Team management:
The Team Leader will directly oversee all project activities and directly supervise the Senior Program Manager for Monitoring
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
Education:
Master’s degree in Development Studies or International Relations, or Equivalent Is Required..
Work experience:
Minimum of 8 years of demonstrable relevant Monitoring & Evaluation experience and/or minimum of 8 years of demonstrable relevant Project Management experience.
Geographical experience:
Minimum of 8 years of experience in Africa with local experience in Somalia is an advantage.
Languages:
Fluency in English is essential.
Key competencies:
Preferably 15 years of work experience in an international development context but a minimum of 10 years is required.
Experience in leading a team of experts and project management oversight is required.
A minimum of 8 years of experience in developing and implementing Results-Based Management systems, and learning strategies in the framework of development cooperation projects is required.
Professional experience in the Horn of Africa region on migration, displacement, conflict or fragility is required.
Previous work experience with the European Commission is an advantage.
Experience with implementation of information management systems is an advantage
Other relevant information:
Teamwork – Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Planning & Organization – Ability to manage, organize, plan and implement work assignments, juggle competing demands and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
Judgment – Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment and decision making skills.
Communications – Excellent communication skills, being able to address diverse audiences in a convincing way in a short period of time.
Problem Solving – Strong analytical and problem solving skills and ability to handle a range of management and coordination issues.
Commitment to Continuous Learning – Willingness to keep abreast of new developments.
Professionalism – Professionalism: sound knowledge of, and exposure to, administrative and financial management issues
Communication skills associated with diplomacy, relationship building and representation
Demonstrated capability of rapid decision-making (with little margin of error), under conditions of extreme stress.
High standard of physical fitness; able to live in remote locations with poor access to communications.
Internationally recognized driving license
Computer literacy, in particular the use of MS Office package