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  • Health System Strengthening Researcher

    Health System Strengthening Researcher

    Job Details
    Key Responsibilities:

    Lead in setting direction and coordinating activities to set up a health systems training hub for health workers and practitioners working in FCAS
    Undertake a scoping exercise to identify players and actors and learning needs
    Conduct desk review of existing programs and interventions (e.g. via systematic review) to identify gaps and opportunities in the existing body of evidence that could inform establishment of program of work on HSS in the unique FCAS context
    Collect primary data from development partners, NGOs, program implementers and communities on key elements of a responsive health system in fragile context
    Lead the development of tools and methodologies for training the community of practitioners and for collecting various forms of data
    Contribute to institutional publications (i.e. lay dissemination materials such as policy/research briefs and fact sheets)
    Represent the Center at high – level national, regional and international forums, including relevant technical working groups and expert committees.
    Required Qualifications & Experience:
    PhD in social, health or behavioral sciences, including demography, biostatistics, epidemiology, public health , or other related discipline (PhD in International/Global Health is preferred)
    Demonstrated experience and knowledge of health systems strengthening, with knowledge of health system in Africa
    Demonstrated experience with refugee and humanitarian assistance; health systems management and health sector reforms; equity and fairness in distribution of health services; or health policy and resource allocation
    Excellent scientific writing skills (journal articles, technical reports) and good quantitative or qualitative skills (experience with mixed methods will be an advantage provided one is very strong in quantitative or qualitative methods)
    Experience in managing relationships across large, international organizations
    Rank is open and successful candidates may be appointed at postdoctoral (0-3 years), Associate (3- 5 years), Research Scientist (5-8 years) or Senior Research Scientist (10+ years) levels depending on experience and track record.
    Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
    Experience in developing global public health program to train health professional (e.g., MPH or coursework in Health Systems in Fragile and Conflict-Affected Environments; Analysis of Health Systems in Fragile and Conflict-Affected Environments, etc.)
    Experience playing leadership role in health policy, health planning, financing management and evaluation
    Familiarity with health systems in Somalia
    Experienced in evidence generation (experience with systematic review is a plus)
    Experience working with or in partnership with Ministries of Health
    Experience managing donor grants, and fundraising,
    Fluency in Somali language.

    The above position comes with an attractive, internationally-competitive remuneration package including medical, travel and life insurance cover. Allowances toward in-relocation (for those recruited from outside Kenya) and dependents’ education are also provided. Preference will be given to nationals of sub-Saharan African countries. APHRC works in all international languages present in Africa.

  • Research Advisor

    Research Advisor

    Job description
    Location: Any country within East, Central and Southern Africa with a Sightsavers office – http://www.sightsavers.org/about-us/where-we-work/)
    Salary: Salary and terms and conditions based on location
    Sightsavers has an opportunity for a motivated and passionate Research Advisor with a strong interest in health and disability research to join its Policy & Strategic Programme Support team. The post holder will work with our global Research team and will be responsible for supporting research and other evidence generating activities within Sightsavers’ health, education and social inclusion programmes in East, Central and Southern Africa (ECSA).
    The role is incredibly varied and the post holder will be as comfortable working with programme beneficiaries in the field as they are in formal settings with academic, civil society and government partners. The post-holder will maintain a diverse portfolio of work that spans the research cycle from identification of problems and developing funding applications, conducting research through to dissemination of results for programme, policy and academic purposes.
    The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated and driven research professional with excellent technical skills who is now looking for an opportunity for working in an inter-disciplinary environment to gain further practical and field based experience. They will be able to demonstrate their conviction to be involved with hands-on research processes and implementation work in an NGO context and for the right candidate, this role would provide an excellent platform for development.
    Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, social or behavioral sciences or a related discipline. They will have a good working knowledge of different research methods including both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Candidates with a good knowledge of survey research, including a practical and well-organised approach to the analysis of survey data will be of particular interest.
    In addition, international travel for up to 16 weeks a year (often to rural locations) and level IV (fluency-speaking/reading/writing) English ability is required.
    Closing date: 10 June 2018

  • Research Assistant

    Research Assistant

    Background/ Context
    The Sustainable Development Goal 9 (SDG) envisions the building of a “resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization and fostering innovation.” Specifically, target 9b advocates for “domestic technology development, research and innovation in developing countries,” which includes a focus on fostering an enabling policy environment. Across Africa, including in Kenya, there is a vibrant culture of designers, engineers, and entrepreneurs creating products intended to improve people’s lives. A strong foundation for widespread innovation exists, but is highly constrained by a lack of skills and training and poor access to quality tools and materials. As a result, many manufactured products in the Kenyan market are not designed locally and may fail to meet local needs. While Kenya has committed to industrialize and eventually manufacture products locally in the Government’s ‘Vision 2030,” the reality is that little progress has been made in the development of infrastructure to allow for incountry manufacture of health promoting devices. An assessment of 40 health facilities in Nairobi, Kenya indicates that none of them had all essential equipment available. A large majority of medical supplies in Kenya are imported (over 90%) from abroad. What very little equipment is locally procured is generally limited to noncomplex equipment such as beds and trolleys. To catalyse local transfer of technology in the development and manufacture of health promoting prototypes, Philips Foundation will through UNICEF is supporting Kenya. Subsequently UNICEF Kenya in partnership with Concern Worldwide, Philips Innovation Africa Hub, Maker and Gearbox will collaborate with the Government of Kenya as well as a diverse range of local partners and stakeholders to develop and nurture innovation platforms that design, prototype and produce lifesaving and health promoting devices predominantly for use in underresourced maternity hospitals and health facilities throughout the region. The joint mission of the collaboration is to develop innovative, lowcost, locally designed and built healthpromoting devices and other health solutions that contribute to improved, more equitable access to quality care for women, newborns and children. The programme therefore has a lot of data and documentation that needs to be converted into manuscripts and published.
    Objective/Purpose
    To develop manuscripts and to publish in peer review journals from available documents and data
    Deliverables/Outputs

    An inception report from the Literature Review
    Draft discussion for Manuscript
    Feedback to core publication team
    Final proposed publication for peer review journals

    Methodology
    The consultant will undertake literature review and work closely with the Concern Worldwide Health and Nutrition Team, University of Nairobi and Kenyatta National Hospital to deliver on the outputs. The Consultant is expected to provide a technical proposal and a work plan for the whole assignment.
    Proposed Time Schedule
    The Consultant is expected to take a maximum of ten (10) days per manuscript. The timelines for the assignment is 1st 20th June 2018
    Remuneration
    The Consultant is expected to provide a financial proposal for the whole assignment. Agreed rates will be based on prevailing market competitive rates and value for money. Payment will be made upon verification of the final work by Concern Worldwide’s Programmes Director.
    Expertise and Skills Required

    An MPH or equivalent. A PhD in research will be an added advantage
    Evidence of working in the health field
    Evidence of publications before

  • PhD Fellowship: Machine learning to enhance communication with stakeholders

    PhD Fellowship: Machine learning to enhance communication with stakeholders

    The Position:
    The project aims to increase the impact of agricultural development by embracing big data approaches to solve development problems faster, better and at greater scale than before. This graduate fellow will work closely with the LD4D Community of Practice that brings together livestock and data modelers with project implementers and decision makers from industry, the public sector and NGOs to explore use of machine learning tools to understand and respond to queries from researchers and farmers as well as capture data in a flexible and unstructured way.
    Main Project Title: Modern mobile communication tools
    ILRI Program: Livestock Genetics
    CGIAR Research Program: Platform for Big Data in Agriculture & Livestock
    Graduate Fellow’s Project Title: Machine learning to enhance communication with stakeholders
    Responsibilities of the fellow

    Work with teams of data specialists to develop and evaluate innovative tools
    Develop, improve and maintain scripts to transfer data collected through mobile app/web based tools to databases
    Data analysis
    Coordinate stakeholder engagement/participation
    Make presentations at meetings as required

    Requirements for the ideal candidate

    MSc degree in computer science, mathematics or related course
    Must have experience of coding with tools such as tensor flow
    Must have good communication skills
    Must have strong analytical skills
    Must be a proactive and independent problem solver, and excellent team player.

    Location: Nairobi, Kenya
    Terms of appointment and stipend: Both ILRI and OWSD will offer a competitive stipend to cover living expenses in the project location, medical cover, air ticket, research expenses and tuition fees. The successful candidate will be supervised jointly by an ILRI scientist and the university/academic supervisor.

  • Research Advisor – East, Central and Southern Africa Programmes

    Research Advisor – East, Central and Southern Africa Programmes

    Location: Any country within East, Central and Southern Africa with a Sightsavers office
    Salary: Salary and terms and conditions based on location
    Sightsavers has an opportunity for a motivated and passionate Research Advisor with a strong interest in health and disability research to join its Policy & Strategic Programme Support team. The post holder will work with our global Research team and will be responsible for supporting research and other evidence generating activities within Sightsavers’ health, education and social inclusion programmes in East, Central and Southern Africa (ECSA).
    The role is incredibly varied and the post holder will be as comfortable working with programme beneficiaries in the field as they are in formal settings with academic, civil society and government partners. The post-holder will maintain a diverse portfolio of work that spans the research cycle from identification of problems and developing funding applications, conducting research through to dissemination of results for programme, policy and academic purposes.
    The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated and driven research professional with excellent technical skills who is now looking for an opportunity for working in an inter-disciplinary environment to gain further practical and field based experience. They will be able to demonstrate their conviction to be involved with hands-on research processes and implementation work in an NGO context and for the right candidate, this role would provide an excellent platform for development.
    Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, social or behavioral sciences or a related discipline. They will have a good working knowledge of different research methods including both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Candidates with a good knowledge of survey research, including a practical and well-organised approach to the analysis of survey data will be of particular interest.
    In addition, international travel for up to 16 weeks a year (often to rural locations) and level IV (fluency-speaking/reading/writing) English ability is required.

  • Deputy Chief of Party (Technical)/Senior Advisor for Analysis, Monitoring & Evaluation (AM&E), USAID Somalia Program Support Services (SPSS) Project

    Deputy Chief of Party (Technical)/Senior Advisor for Analysis, Monitoring & Evaluation (AM&E), USAID Somalia Program Support Services (SPSS) Project

    Department/Location: Nairobi, Kenya, with travel to Somalia
    Reports To: Chief of Party, SPSS
    Classification: This is a managerial, exempt-level position
    Overview:
    IBTCI seeks candidates for a Nairobi-based Deputy Chief of Party (Technical)/Senior Advisor for Analysis, Monitoring & Evaluation (AM&E) to design and oversee: a) the implementation of evaluations, analyses, and assessments; b) the full review, revision, and maintenance of the USAID Performance Management Plan (PMP) for Somalia, Project M&E Plans, and USAID implementing partner (IP) M&E Plans; and c) the design of evaluation methodologies and participatory data collection methods and protocols for both performance and impact evaluations. The selected candidate is required to start immediately and will serve until the scheduled end of the project (end-July 2019).
    Scope of Work:
    Using relevant experience and subject matter skills, the individual selected will perform tasks including but not limited to the following:

    Oversee production and ensure quality of all assessments, analytical reports, and evaluations.
    Advise the USAID/Kenya and East Africa Mission’s Somalia Field Office (USAID/KEA/SFO) in updating the Office PMP to align with the new strategy and create project log frames and M&E Plans for the USAID/KEA/SFO, in compliance with ADS 203.
    Design and manage collection of baseline data on USAID projects in Somalia at the Intermediate Result (IR) and Development Objective (DO) levels.
    Design and implement training of USAID staff in performance management concepts and processes; standardization of partner M&E Plans, work plans, and quarterly reports; and verification of partner data quality, and provide advice to IPs on these same processes, as needed.
    Advise all IPs on the creation of aligned log frames and M&E Plans for their activities.
    Assist technical staff to review and revise the intermediate results in their results frameworks, as necessary, for more effective implementation and monitoring.
    Periodically review and discuss indicators and reporting with IPs and USAID staff, and help operationalize indicators by assisting USAID technical staff with definitions, data collection, and data analysis.
    Provide technical assistance, as needed for USAID, IP, and government counterpart staff (to the extent they are involved in USG projects).
    Ensure that quality standards and schedules for the program are met.
    Ensure effective and efficient performance for all aspects of the contract and overseeing all quality control and reporting.
    Interact professionally with senior Mission, Embassy and government officials.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    At least 10 years of overseas experience in international development designing and managing evaluations (impact and performance), analyses and assessments, including the design of the evaluation methodology, participatory data collection methods and protocols, and data verification techniques;
    Prior experience in a high threat environment;
    At least seven years of demonstrated experience developing performance management plans, monitoring project implementation, and verifying data from large development projects;
    At least seven years of experience recruiting, forming and successfully managing teams, and ensuring the quality of their products; and
    Excellent English writing skills and speaking ability

    Minimum Requirements:

    Excellent communication, team management, and leadership skills.
    Willingness and ability to travel to various project sites in Somalia as needed.
    Strong oral and written communication skills in English, including evidence of quality report writing and presentations.

    Education: Master’s Degree in monitoring & evaluation, democracy and governance, public policy or a related field.
    Supervisory Responsibility: This position will include supervisory responsibilities.
    Travel: Position is Nairobi-based; occasional travel to Somalia is required.
    No phone calls please. All candidates will be acknowledged, but only final candidates for particular activities will be contacted.
    IBTCI is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable anti-discrimination laws. We prohibit and do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

  • Accountability Officers Senior Accountability Officer

    Accountability Officers Senior Accountability Officer

    Positions

    Accountability Officer – Samburu
    Accountability Officer – Mandera
    Accountability Officer – Nairobi

    Department: Appraisal Monitoring & Evaluation Unit (AMEU)
    Direct Hierarchy: Senior Accountability Officer
    Contract duration: 6 Months
    Location: Samburu, Mandera, Nairobi.
    Starting Date: June 2018
    Position profile
    Under the direct supervision of the Senior Accountability Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, he/she is responsible for ensuring ACTED continuously engages in meaningful two-way dialogue with the communities it serves. The Accountability Officer will be responsible for ensuring the implementation and management of a complaints mechanism, pro-active engagement with project beneficiaries and ensuring issues, questions and complaints are followed up in a meaningful and genuine manner. S/he will be responsible for ensuring mechanisms are in place in ACTED’s programmes to fulfil key Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning Commitments. This is a very exciting initiative for those interested in and passionate about ensuring communities have direct influence in aid interventions and how they are carried out. This initiative is about giving a voice to communities and ensuring accurate needs and feedback is being listened to and acted upon in ACTED programs. However, this position is dependent on availability for funding.
    The Accountability Officer shall:

    Liaise with communities, beneficiaries, local authorities and community leadership structures at field level.
    Conduct regular meetings on a structured basis including: focus groups discussions; household interviews; village relief committee meetings; key informant interviews (authorities etc.).
    Produce bi-monthly (every 2 weeks) and monthly reports and regularly update the databases with feedback gathered.
    Act as a focal point for all complaints and feedback on ACTED programs.
    Map and assess community structures to ensure feedback is representative of all groups.
    Work closely with program teams to ensure all feedback is incorporated into approaches and future programs where possible.
    Receive, record, follow up and where necessary investigate complaints and feedback;
    Provide timely feedback to all stakeholders based on complaints and feedback.
    Work closely with community mobilisation teams as when necessary provide technical guidance while ensuring the community focal points and structures are representation from all groups.
    Perform other duties as signed by the supervisor.

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, Community Development or related field.
    Prior experience in Accountability and Monitoring or in similar field in an NGO – Certification in the same field is a very strong asset
    Knowledge and experience of participatory rural appraisal methods will also be an asset.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to successfully and effectively liaise with a variety of people in a multicultural set up.
    Proven commitment to accountable practices.
    Good English communications skills (both oral and written) and report writing skills will be preferred.
    Knowledge of local language is mandatory
    Strong team player of high integrity, pleasant personality, ability to work under least supervision and meet strict deadlines.
    Ability to work independently.

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  • Research Manager

    Research Manager

    Job purpose
    The research manager is responsible for undertaking and delivering a wide range of research projects in our key areas. He/She will bring research, analytical, design and reporting expertise to the team, drawing upon a strong combination of both qualitative and quantitative experience.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Take the lead in managing and delivering research projects, from scoping through to methodology and report writing, including managing and developing client relationships
    Deliver a wide range of social research techniques including fieldwork such as in-person interviews, literature reviews, focus groups and data analysis;
    Work with senior managers and directors to win new work from new and existing clients and proactively identify new business opportunities both in terms of research services and policy markets;
    Plan and manage resources effectively, including financial budgets;
    Manage junior research staff and subcontractors (including market research fieldwork) as necessary to achieve project objectives, seeking best value at all times;
    Produce insightful research reports with sophisticated advice to support your clients in their decision-making;
    Contribute to the development and profile of our research expertise with clients and key influencers;
    Develop new business opportunities in line with the company’s strategic ambitions by contributing to developing and increasing our profile with customers and key influencers;
    Ensure that the company is up to date with developments in specified policy areas and research markets
    Lead and support the development of new business opportunities, including preparing written proposals/Bids for our prospective client

    Qualifications and Experience
    The candidate should have the following minimum qualifications:

    Master’s degree in research and or Social Sciences
    He/she should demonstrate at least 7 years working experience in both the research sector and project management
    Experience of project management /Monitoring & Evaluation
    Demonstrated professional leadership and ability to coordinate a team of professionals.
    Excellent written and oral communications skills in English, to deliver reports and documents;
    Excellent analytical and reporting skills
    Experience in designing of qualitative fieldwork (such as depth interviewing and involvement in focus groups) and quantitative fieldwork (such as survey questionnaires, data analysis, data visualization) and support presentation design and delivery.
    He/she will report to the Chief executive officer

    Location and Duration
    The position will be based in Nairobi and The indicative start date is Mid May 2018. The contract is expected to run for a period of 4 months with possible extension based on satisfactory performance.

  • Monitoring & Research Manager

    Monitoring & Research Manager

    The Monitoring, Learning and Information Systems (MLIS) department aims to support Evidence Action’s programs by providing access to high quality data via the implementation of our monitoring and evaluation (M&E) services. The MLIS team embodies the evidence-based nature of Evidence Action’s work and enables Evidence Action to be a cutting-edge, data-driven organization.
    Manager – Monitoring and Evaluation Design & Data, is responsible for the timely delivery of high quality monitoring and evaluation designs & systems, data management and data analysis for Evidence Action Programs across the Africa Region.
    The position serves Evidence Action programs in across the Africa Region. The position will also provide support to Evidence Action program in other non-Africa region as appropriate. The holder of this position will interact directly with Evidence Action senior regional leadership.
    Duties and responsibilities
    Designing and Implementing Program Monitoring and Evaluation

    Lead measurement, sampling, and survey strategy and design for program monitoring and evaluation
    Research, test, and specify well targeted, achievable performance targets and key performance indicators for Evidence Action’s programs.
    Collaborate with data collection team to establish the broad procedures and timelines for program monitoring needs.
    Develop and ensure the appropriate use of Evidence Action’s Research Checklist – a suite of documents including standardized forms for research requests, concept notes, pre-analysis plans, and analysis-based reports and recommendations.
    In collaboration with the program team, design and update Theory of change documents, Monitoring & Evaluation framework, sampling plan and program-specific assumptions and communicate the underlying logic to program teams.
    Ensure that throughout the life of each program, the monitoring practices are providing the specific information required to provide impact measures, foster program improvements, and meet donor requirements.
    Lead monitoring design and reporting for all data collected for carbon crediting purposes.
    Support design, as well as pilot and adapt all data collection instruments

    Prioritizing Research Agenda

    Identify, prioritize, and implement opportunities for secondary research, specifically in the areas of market research, operations research, supply chain research, and community sensitization/engagement and share findings with the learning and communications team
    Oversee cost-modeling to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of various proposed programmatic adjustments
    Guide the development of the research design for approved research inquiries and pilots
    Write publicly consumable research-based writings for external audiences interested in Evidence Action’s data-driven decision making approaches.
    Ensuring highest standards of ethics and data security are observed by staff especially those with access to Evidence Action’s or partners’ data
    Apply leading-edge thinking and best practice at all stages of the research process and ensure that research and evaluation outputs are delivered to the highest standards, on time and on budget

    Leading Evidence Action’s Analysis and Data Management.

    Identify and appropriately select innovative methods of data management & analysis that will enable actionable recommendations for Evidence Action programs.
    Plan and undertake useful analysis for evidence-based decision making using MIS-based data and field data as needed by the program for evidence-based decision making, including actively identifying areas where evidence would be useful to the program
    Conducting GIS-based analysis and representation of data using info-graphic tools for presentations and reports.
    Ensure that analysis scripts and outputs are well organized, reproducible, and adhere to templates to improve efficiency
    Build tools that codify the procedures used by Evidence Actions’ to define the threshold of “appropriate evidence” for programmatic decisions.
    Lead analysis design efforts and ensure that analysis outputs are technically sound
    Share and ensure understanding of the methodology, conclusions, and recommendations of analysis efforts by program team leadership and learning and communication staff

    Managing a Team of data managers and data analysts

    Recruit, retain, and manage a team of data managers and analysts, including 4 senior associates and 4 – 8 associates.
    Guarantee the ongoing development team member’s professional skills and capacities
    Support programs in the sourcing and management of external consultants for areas of technical expertise that do not exist in the program.

    Collaborate with the Data Learning and Data collection teams.

    Work closely with other MLIS Managers (Data Learning manager and Field Monitoring & Training Manager) to ensure that all deliverables to programs are of high standards, timely and within budget

    Key performance Indicators

    Nature and Scope of work: Take lead on all MLIS M&E designs, data management and data analysis
    Management Breadth: Manage a team of about 11 data managers and analysts; Coordinate the delivery of deliverables of the teams; ensure the team collaborates significantly with supporting teams. Troubleshoots day to day task and people management issues within the team/region ease.
    Planning and Accountability: Take lead in annual work-planning for the team
    External Engagement: Engage with external stakeholders with ease where needed
    Systems Development and Implementation: Take lead in drafting, reviewing and approving data management and analysis systems and protocols to be used by the team in its daily work within their geography or scope of work.
    Budget and Financial Management: Prepare and manage annual budget; approve expenditures for levels 4 and below within the team.

    Qualifications

    Master’s degree in economics, statistics or another quantitative field
    A minimum of 4+ years’ experience including 2+ managing a team of researchers/analysts
    Strong familiarity with a range of data processing, statistical, geospatial software packages such as Stata, Excel, R, CSPro, Open Data Kit, ArcGIS, OmniGraffle etc. with the ability to learn and adapt to new programs. Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Tablue, will be an added advantage.
    Strong interest in research on public health, epidemiology, water, and/or sanitation; prior knowledge of the associated literature a plus
    Work experience in entrepreneurial or start-up environments in Africa
    Strong interpersonal and communications skills to work effectively with a team that is geographically dispersed
    Self-directed/self-motivating personality, with proven ability to manage demands from multiple supervisors while adhering to program deadlines and priorities
    Strong critical and analytical thinking skills
    Intellectual flexibility and willingness to form and adjust opinions based on evidence
    Quick to learn, motivated to self-teach and capable of independently translating new knowledge into practice
    Willingness to travel

  • Budget Study and Policy Analysis Consultant

    Budget Study and Policy Analysis Consultant

    Job Details
    The Project: DSW is implementing an anchor grant project funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) for a programme titled Strengthening Health through Advocacy and People Empowerment (SHAPE). The overarching goal of the programme is the increase of resources for Global Health, Global Health Research and Development and Family Planning (FP). The programme consists of 3 pillars implemented in Germany (Pillar 1), EU/Brussels (Pillar 2) and in in three East African countries; Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania (Pillar 3). Under the framework of Pillar 3, DSW advocates for increased funding from national and sub-national governments in Kenya to address the unmet need for FP.
    DSW has over the years conducted annual reviews and analysis of national and sub-national budgets as entry points for ongoing engagements with national and subnational decision makers with a view to increasing FP resourcing and advocating for the creation of dedicated FP budget line items. The findings which are published in reports, fact sheets and other formats targeting various audiences are used as a source for evidence- based advocacy by tracking government commitments, allocations and programmes. It is for this reason that DSW is seeking the services of a consultant to provide support in budget analysis at the national and sub-national level. The consultant is expected to work closely with DSW in the execution of the assignment. DSW will provide guidance throughout all phases of the assignment, provide documentation and help with logistical arrangements for any task-related travel.
    Currently the project is being implemented in 11 counties namely; Kilifi, Mombasa, Nyandarua, Meru, Laikipia, Nakuru, Uasin Gishu, Trans-Nzoia, West-Pokot, Bungoma and Nandi.
    Objectives of the Study
    Track domestic budget allocations towards Health, RMNCAH and Family Planning at the national level and in the eleven DSW Counties’ of focusInvestigate the extent to which health facilities in the four districts of study are able to provide family planning services in line with the needs of the usersFind out whether community members in the eleven districts of study are able to utilize family planning services and whether their FP needs are being metGenerate evidence for advocacy
    Methodology: The Consultant will be expected to employ an agreed methodology to meet the above mentioned objectives. This methodology includes the following:

    Study Design

    The study will involve collection, review and analysis of government work-plans, budget documents and other relevant expenditure information. In addition, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and health facility assessments will be conducted to complement the analysed budget data. Finally, meetings with relevant government officials to validate the analysed information will be conducted. The study will cover fiscal year 2018/19; however, for comparison purposes, FY 2016/17 and 2017/18 will be included in the analysis.

    Study Methods

    The study will employ both quantitative and qualitative methods; which will include review of relevant budget documents and policies, key informant interviews with relevant stakeholders, focus group discussions with FP users, assessment of health facilities, and observations. The qualitative information will dovetail into budget analysis to fill in information gaps and capture stakeholders’ perceptions.
    Document review: This will involve collection and review of all relevant documents at the national level (ministry of health, national medical stores, and referral hospitals) and county level. These will include among others: FP Costed Implementation Plans; approved Annual Work Plans, approved Annual Budgets; budget reports, among others.
    Focus group discussions: These will be conducted with selected FP service users in specific sub-counties in the 11 counties. The FGDs will focus mainly on young people and will be disaggregated by gender.
    Assessment of health facilities: Selected facilities in the 11 counties will be assessed to ascertain their ability to provide FP services. These will include health centres, IIIs, District referral hospitals IVs and general hospitals.
    Key informant interviews (KIIs): These will be held with relevant government officials at national and county levels, mainly to: understand the processes of prioritisation and resources allocations for FP and validate and confirm the analysed information. The validation exercise will address any inconsistencies in the data. This will minimize the danger of the study being extractive rather than providing learning. Besides, the interviews will also enhance ownership of the data and findings

    Scope of the study
    Data analysis

    The study will involve critical review of information gathered to identify FP related spending at national and county levels. The analysed information will be entered into data analysis tools. This will include (a) clear reference to the work plan / budget (title of work plan / budget, year and page number), (b) title of activity; (c) amount allocated, (d) sources of funds, (e) categorization according to FP items (Commodities; Advocacy and Community Mobilization; Service delivery; Capacity Building; and Others).
    The quality of the final results will depend on the accuracy of the work-plan and budget information. Thus, precaution will be taken to avoid double counting or misrepresentation of the FP funding/ spending through undertaking a validation exercise with the government officials. Where FP activities are integrated into other budget lines (i.e. for Reproductive Health), an estimated percentage share of FP funding will be determined in consultation with the relevant government officials, CSOs and other stakeholders.

    Tasks and Deliverables of the Consultant
    The tasks and deliverables of the consultant will include:

    Refining methodology and tools for the FP Budget Analysis

    DSW has existing tools from its previous, which should continue to be used in the 2018/19 study. In close consultation with DSW staff, the consultant will review budget and policy analysis tools and guidelines (i.e. FDG guides, Facility Assessment tools, FP budget analysis tool) and methodology.Deliverable (a): A refined and documented methodology for the 2018/19 FP Budget Analysis, including revised Data Collection tools (i.e. excel sheet, FGD guide, Facility Assessment Guide)Deliverable (b): A clear activity schedule/work-plan of undertaking the assignment

    Orientation and training of data collectors

    Lead in an initial training/orientation of DSW staff and data collectors on both the use of the tools and on the process developed to collect and verify quantitative and qualitative budget data and information. DSW staff and data collectors will be responsible for data collection at district-level.The Consultant will provide mentoring support to DSW staff in budget analysis during the entire exercise. Where applicable the consultant will organise sessions with DSW staff on budget analysis and report writing.Deliverable: training conducted; with ongoing remote mentorship

    Collection of relevant information

    The consultant will work with DSW to ensure that all relevant data at both national and district level is collected. The consultant will be expected to lead in the supervision of data collection and quality control at national and county level, with the support of DSW data collectors conducting field work in the 11 counties. The consultant will be expected to organize adequate supervision and coordination of the survey teams in the field, and provide remote guidance and support.
    Deliverable: Data, information and documentation collected: Provide supervision and support in the collection of data, information and documentation from the 11 counties of study, and FGD & Health Facility Assessment findings. Data collected should include the extent to which CIPs have influenced the budget making process

    Review and analysis of initial data
    With the participation of DSW, the consultant will review and analyse relevant information for both national and county levels. This will involve entering the budget data in the FP budget analysis tool and analysing the qualitative information generated from health facility assessments, FGDs and KIIs.
    Deliverable: FP budget datasheets, FGD & Health Facility Assessment reports
    Data validation
    The consultant together with DSW staff will engage the relevant government officials at national and district levels to validate the data collected. Data validation may involve one-on-one engagement with officials or through workshops/ meetings. The validation meetings will help to address any data gaps, and ensure that the final report will have stakeholder ownership and acceptance for effective use.Deliverable: 12 validated datasheets (1 national and 11 counties)
    Final data analysis and report writing
    The Consultant will work with the DSW staff to analyse the final data. Using completed data, develop a report that presents a clear methodology and analysis of the national and county family planning budgets allocation FP Kenya, covering the national level and 11 counties. The report will be reviewed by DSW and relevant stakeholders. The report should include recommendations on how to work with the counties to increase Funding allocation for FPDeliverable: Draft FP budget analysis report (incorporating national and district findings).
    Incorporating feedback and drafting the final report.
    The Consultant will incorporate all the comments from DSW, and submit a final FP budget analysis report.Deliverable: Final FP budget analysis report (incorporating national and district findings).

    Time and activity schedule
    The assignment is expected to take up to 25 days between May and September 2018. The timeframe will be fine-tuned later by DSW and the Consultant.

    Profile of the Consultant

    Demonstrable knowledge and experience working in the areas of family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH) especially in low and middle income countries
    Possess knowledge and experience in budget analysis and tracking for evidence-based advocacy within the Kenyan context
    Knowledge designing research methodologies and tools for budget based data collection and analyses
    Similar work in the last 3 years (please provide at least one sample copy of a recent study or research report conducted)
    A demonstrated high level of professionalism; ensure frequent, efficient, and constructive communication with DSW, partners and stakeholders.
    Ability to work independently and in high-pressure situations under tight deadlines involving teams in remote locations
    High proficiency in written and spoken English is required.
    Extensive experiences in research work in reproductive health and development projects in Kenya.

    Compensation
    The consultancy fee will be paid in installments as agreed in contract and is based on production of deliverables in accordance with contractual requirements and deadlines.