Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in Law / Legal  , Project Management

  • Protection Coordinator

    Protection Coordinator

    Purpose of the Role

    The position holder is responsible to provide any and all support necessary to ensure successful design and implementation of Protection programming. The Technical Coordinator will ensure adequate participation, appropriate delivery, and sustained impact of all protection interventions which are under power and safety outcomes under the Kenya SAP 100. This position will support all aspects of technical design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the protection activities; development of implementation strategy/approaches and guidelines and partnership. Internally, the role is a primary interlocutor with IRC’s Global Protection and Rule of Law (PRoL) Technical Advisor and Child Protection Technical Advisor to ensure coordination, integration and technical rigor in program design and implementation. The Protection Coordinator will collaborate closely with other technical coordinators within IRC to advance a cohesive, integrated country programme. The Protection Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing IRCs ambitions, strategies and priorities amongst fellow agency, government, private sector, and community partners, as well as the Protection Working Group within the interagency coordination structure. In undertaking the above, the Protection Coordinator will ensure strong coordination and collaboration with the relevant GOK departments, implementing partners and relevant key collaborators. The current protection portfolio includes emergency protection assistance, access to justice, responsive information services, protection analysis, protection mainstreaming and psychosocial support.
    This position reports to the Deputy Director for Programs and is based in Nairobi with regular travel to program sites across the Country.

    Key Responsibilities.
    Strategy and Business Development.

    Provide leadership to the team in developing and implementing evidence-based, cost-effective funding applications and finding opportunities for sustainable program growth through the pursuit of new programming initiatives and emphasizing the significance of securing multi-year funding to support them.
    Ensure, with protection staff and Technical Advisor, that design of projects/ new business reflects IRC program quality standards and industry standard methodologies, clear theory of change while embracing an integrated and triple nexus programming approach.
    Develop strategic partnerships with both local and international organizations to support positioning to pursue new funding opportunities to deliver on the program strategy and scale.
    Advance IRC SAP 100 ambitions within protection programming and contribute to attainment of the articulated SAP ambitions including developing strategic partnerships with local organization (emphasis on women and youth led organizations) and the advancement of cash programming and GEDI integration/ mainstreaming within IRC programming.
    Contributes to the development of protection strategy, planning and documentation, in consultation with the technical unit.
    Be responsible for the IRC’s relationship with consortia implementing partners and support the identification of new partners as it relates to new programming.
    For Child Protection, lead engagement with Department of Children’s Services and key Child Protection partners to advise and design IRC’s Child Protection strategy and subsequent business development within Protection programming in Kenya.

    Technical monitoring and Program Quality.

    Coordinate with other Coordinators on appropriate management, compliance, and performance standards, as well as effective systems for budget management, knowledge management and risk management.
    Formulate integrated programming initiatives so that the sector complements the other IRC sectors and promotes integration/ main streaming of GEDI-responsive approaches.
    In participation with health and nutrition team, use Protection analysis to integrate nutrition and child protection.
    Provide guidance, strategies, and tools to make certain that programming choices are based on needs assessment findings (primary & secondary data) and analysis, input from communities, partners, a thorough understanding of context, technical standard methodologies, and operational viability.
    Support to improve quality of specialized services available in country in addition to contributing to the standardization of protection protocols, referral pathways and SOPs.
    Support the utilization of global technical resources to promote program quality and comprehensive approaches, including the use of Protection Mainstreaming Monitoring and Evaluation System (ProMMS).
    Collaborate Technical Advisors within the VPRU and Technical Advisor Governance and Regional Advocacy Advisor to benchmark programming to global standards and that of relevant institutions and statutory bodies, ensure application of standard processes, review and advance protection sector programming policies and guidance. Along with department staff and the Technical Unit/Advisors, support the growth of Standard Operating Procedures and Guidance Notes for program activities. Promote the quality by setting up quality assurance mechanisms and providing technical supervision of program staff.
    Ensure that ethical and sound data collection and information management systems are in place with associated information sharing protocols for education in emergencies (EiE) analysis, planning, evaluation, and advocacy. Provide guidance on confidential and safe data collection, case identification, safe information sharing and referral mechanisms in line with internationally recognized standard processes.

    Project Management.

    Provide overall leadership and management of the programs’ portfolio, ensuring strategically coherent program direction, well-managed growth, and compliance with IRC and donor regulations.
    Continually seek out ways to build the capacities of team members, individually and collectively.
    Ensure that detailed, realistic, and feasible project implementation plans are developed, modified as needed and implemented accordingly.
    Support protection staff to collect, document and disseminate lessons learned and standard methodologies, incorporating these into new project designs.
    Work closely with M&E Coordinator to regularly review progress against indicators.
    Provide direction on implementation of accountability mechanisms for beneficiary feedback and review sector M&E and accountability data with sector staff to identify areas for operational improvement.
    Make certain the stated goals and objectives for the protection programme are met with strong monitoring and evaluation (M&E) follow up, including design of robust M&E plans, lead technical assessments, design/adapt education information systems as a basis for education program development. Develop methodologies and tools to strengthen the quality of data collection, analysis, and reporting and any required operational research, with technical support from Technical Advisors as needed.
    Review donor reports in collaboration with Program Managers, other Technical Coordinators, and the Technical Advisors.
    Conduct regular travel to the field to support program implementation review and provide technical guidance to the implementation teams.

    Financial Management.

    Work with finance, operations, and grants to ensure compliance with donor requirements and develop periodic re-forecasting of the annual operating budget.
    In cooperation with the field management, ensure that protection staff are well trained to properly lead project budgets.
    Meet with sector, grants, and finance staff regularly to review budget comparison reports.
    Mitigate risk by collaborating with the Finance Department to ensure that sector staff fully understand financial and administrative processes involved in project budget cycles.
    Ensure that risks limiting achievement of objectives are reported and rapidly addressed.

    Systems Strengthening and Advocacy.

    Support IRC programs to fully reflect and where required transition their approach to system strengthening as a crucial component of the program.
    Support the Governance and Systems Strengthening Coordinator and Technical Advisors in articulating and implementing an advocacy vision for the Kenya program which includes an advocacy framework for refugees and for various sectors the country program is engaged in for citizens engagement in demand driven service delivery.
    Work at the policy level with key decision makers from various national and county government and donors, participating in strategy development and technical discussions relating to future direction of the program and influence policy reforms/development across all sectors.

    Emergency Preparedness and Response.

    Ensure that the IRC Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan, in relation to the protection sector, are prepared in consultation with relevant government and aid partners, are kept up to date with protocol, standards and guidance from relevant bodies and conform to the needs of clients.
    Together with the Senior Management Team (SMT), collaborate on establishment and operationalization of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) as pertains to protection considerations.

    Staff and Partner Capacity Development.

    Create a supervisory environment focused on the achievement of team and individual results that emphasize the importance of learning, productivity, accountability, and openness. Communicate regularly with staff and promote positive conflict resolution among team members.
    Provide guidance and supervision to sector managers; guide recruitments, discuss job expectations, set objectives, and provide appropriate and timely feedback on performance of direct reports, including timely implementation of performance management as per IRC’s performance management system.
    Build capacities of sector staff in key project management principles, tools and approaches and ensure that these new skills are applied on the job.
    Develop/organize training and other capacity strengthening opportunities to build the capacity of local partners.
    Lead with commitment, integrity, and accountability to the “IRC Way Standards”.
    Promote constructive, congenial collaboration between sector staff, other IRC program staff and operational support staff.

    Coordination, Representation and Communication.

    Enhance IRC Kenya’s protection sector profile among relevant partners – donors, national and local government partners, international and national NGOs, etc.
    Represent the IRC Protection Sector at NGO, interagency and governmental meetings.
    Lead and advice on advocacy activities for the sector ensuring the integration of Gender, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion objectives in IRC and partner programming.
    As the education focal point for program-related communication between IRC country programs in the region and the global level, the role includes overseeing education sector inputs to advocacy efforts both locally and globally.

    Qualifications

     

    Bachelors’ degree in law, social science, community development, humanities, or related degree. Master’s degree preferred. Must have at least six years of experience in the protection sector and demonstrated experience in progressive management, including technical staff supervision.
    Shown practical experience in Protection program design using community participatory approaches, implementation, and M&E.
    Experience in leading programs financed by US government agencies, DFID, EU, UN, foundations, and private donors is a must, with previous experience in competitive financing environments a plus.
    Ability to develop winning proposals to public and private sector donors.
    Consistent record to run projects to completion on time, within budget, and with the anticipated results.
    Successful leadership experience with a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural setting, capacity in the transfer of technical knowledge and leadership skills through technical training, coaching, and mentoring of staff, as well as identified partner organizations.
    Demonstrates strong understanding of integrated programming and has experience in running multiyear and multi sectoral programming.
    Demonstrated experience working with new program start-up.
    Demonstrated capacity to develop and work with innovative systems, new technologies, creative approaches, and sustainable models to programming.
    Strong program/technical and budget management skills, budgeting, planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation skills across multiple grants and countries.
    Demonstrates strong relationship building skills with a strong presence in coordination bodies and advocacy processes.
    Practical experience in program design, implementation, and M&E and experience in developing and using community participatory approaches.
    Highly diplomatic with excellent political awareness and sophisticated negotiation skills.
    Experience in governance programming such as working with GOK, county governments, devolution processes for increased demand and improved service delivery is desirable. Experience of working on government policies and laws.
    Experience in partnership/team member engagement and management.
    Strong written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external parties.
    Strong people leadership skills with cross-cultural exposure and comfortable working as part of a diverse team. Sensitive to interpersonal differences and a range of viewpoints.
    Planning and organizational skills. Able to prioritize and follow multiple activities and deadlines simultaneously.
    Able to adapt plans and pivot approaches in response to changes in context.
    Proactive, reliable, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
    Fluency in English and Swahili, spoken and written, is a required.

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    rescue.csod.com

  • Organizational Development Advisor Gender Equality Coordinator Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Coordinator

    Organizational Development Advisor Gender Equality Coordinator Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Coordinator

    JOB SUMMARY

    Under the supervision of the Chief of Party and in close collaboration with the project countries’ teams, the Organizational Development Advisor will contribute to building the capacity, resilience, and effectiveness of the Program’s local partners. These partners include grassroots conservation organizations, women’s organizations, and networks. He/She will ultimately support to enhance their ability to deliver sustainable conservation initiatives, promote gender equity, and address the challenges posed by climate change and the blue economy.

    PROGRAM SUMMARY

    Mission inclusion, in a consortium with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and local partners, aims to deliver the Regenerative Seascapes for People, Climate, and Nature Program. This program is funded by Global Affairs Canada and has the objective of enhancing the physical and socioeconomic resilience of people living in coastal communities to adverse impacts of climate change in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region. Anchored to the WIO-led and Africa-driven Great Blue Wall (GBW) initiative, the establishment of a network of sustainable, resilient, and inclusive seascapes to reduce vulnerability to adverse impacts of climate change of 350,000 persons, including women, men and young people, living in coastal communities in Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, Comoros and Madagascar.

    The program is built upon three key pillars: Blue Planet (conservation), Blue Nature (NbS focus), and Blue People (women’s and youth leadership in the blue economy). These pillars will be supported by Blue Partnerships, serving as a cross-cutting element. Blue Partnerships pillar aim to cultivate innovative and unconventional collaborations to address climate change impacts and promoting sustainable development and to expedite the attainment of the objectives.

    ROLES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Conduct Organizational Capacity Assessments: Work closely with local partners to assess their existing organizational capacities across various areas, including project management, monitoring and evaluation, accountability and learning, financial and administrative management, procurement, and gender equality. Use appropriate tools and methodologies to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
    Co-develop workplans: Collaborate with each local partner to co-develop tailored organizational development and strengthening workplans, which must outline specific strategies, activities, and milestones that address the identified capacity gaps. Revise the workplans annually in consultation with the partners to ensure they remain relevant and responsive to evolving needs.
    Provide technical training, coaching, and coordination: Offer hands-on technical training and coaching support to enhance the skills, knowledge, and competencies of local partner staff. This may involve addressing capacity gaps directly or coordinating with local consultants to provide specialized expertise. The goal is to empower partners with the necessary tools and knowledge to manage projects effectively, implement monitoring and evaluation systems, improve financial management practices, and mainstream gender considerations.
    Policy and institutional development: Collaborate with local consultants, as necessary, to review, develop, and revise policies, procedures, and institutional documents of the local partners. Ensure alignment with best practices, legal requirements, and organizational goals. Provide guidance and support to partners in implementing and institutionalizing these policies and procedures.
    Network identification and accompaniment: Identify relevant networks and platforms in the region that can support the growth and development of local partners. Facilitate connections and accompany partners in engaging with these networks, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and resource mobilization. Foster strong working relationships and collaborations with external stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and academic institutions, to leverage resources, share knowledge, and foster synergies
    Monitoring: Monitor and track the progress of organizational development initiatives, providing regular updates, reports, and recommendations. Collaborate with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) team to develop appropriate measurement tools to assess the progress and impact of capacity building interventions. Ensure that data collection methods and indicators align with the program’s objectives and enable effective monitoring of partner organizations’ capacity growth and development.
    Support to Headquarter: Collaborate with the HQ office to provide necessary support and guidance to local partners across various project locations. Ensure effective coordination, information sharing, and alignment with the program’s overall objectives.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

    Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as international development, organizational management, or a related discipline.
    Training in organization/association management (or a combination of training and relevant experience), law degree a plus.
    At least 5 years of experience with grassroot organizations or social economy enterprises (governance structure, start-up assistance, business plan development, etc.);
    Fluency in English and in French is required. Portuguese a plus.
    Experience in MS Office package and Web Conferencing Applications.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    Demonstrated knowledge of grassroots management, barriers, and gaps.
    Knowledge of the Western Indian Ocean region context and cultural standards.
    Knowledge of gender equity, climate change adaptation and blue economy, a plus.
    Training or experience in capacity building and training methodologies.
    Training and coaching skills required.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills.
    Training in effective communication and facilitation techniques is valuable.
    Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented, and results-oriented.

    CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

    Remuneration: Competitive and advantageous salary package (Based on internal Salary scale), with a full range of benefits.
    Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya, with up to 40% of the time travel (WIO region and international events).
    Contract type: fixed term contract.
    Target start date: As soon as possible.

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    Interested and qualified candidates should follow the instructions below:

    Apply via :

    HR-RH.international@missioninclusion.ca

  • Programme Officer: Research and Capacity Building

    Programme Officer: Research and Capacity Building

    Key duties and responsibilities 

    Contribute towards shaping a coherent vision for the research and publications programme;
    Support the development of KI’s research and publication profile;
    Undertake desktop and field-based research on topical issues as determined by KI;
    Support and promote the dissemination of research products, including through dissemination of publications and presentations at local and international seminars, workshops and conferences;
    Provide training for communities, CSOs and government institutions
    Work with KI staff and consultants to ensure compliance with KI’s policies on research quality and regulatory compliance;
    Assist in developing and strengthening partnerships with research institutions, government entities, civil society institutions, and international agencies;
    Assist in resources mobilization to develop KI’s research and publication capabilities;
    Assist in the development and implementation of a sustainable and effective communication and dissemination strategy for KI’s knowledge products;
    Assist in the development and implementation of the work plan of the Research and Publications Programme;
    Monitor assigned programmatic budgets to ensure the prudent use of KI resources and
    Undertake all such other functions as may be directed by the management and that are within the mandate of the organization and complimentary to the above responsibilities.

    Qualifications

    A degree in law, social sciences or political studies or other relevant degree;
    Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant area will be an advantage;
    At least four (4) years of work experience in project management research, writing, and communicating on a range of different constitutional, human rights, and the rule of law issues;
    Excellent communication and writing skills in English and Kiswahili. 
    Experience in resource mobilization will be an added advantage;
    Advanced skills with Microsoft Office platforms (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
    Strong and demonstrable research skills, using paper and electronic resources;
    Significant experience in working with communities and civil society organizations in Kenya; 
    Conviction in and commitment to constitutionalism and principles of human rights;
    Ability to quickly grasp new and complex concepts; 
    Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team;
    Ability to balance priorities and co-ordinate work effectively to meet deadlines and deal with heavy workloads; and
    Sound judgment and temperament to enable interaction with persons from all sectors of society.

    Please email a cover letter, curriculum vitae and contacts of three referees to: careers@katibainstitute.org. Include ‘Programme Officer: Research and Capacity Building’ as the subject of your email.The application should reach us by 11 pm on Friday, 19 May 2023. Katiba Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    careers@katibainstitute.org

  • Policy & Government Relations Advisor Interns Policy & External Affairs

    Policy & Government Relations Advisor Interns Policy & External Affairs

    We’re Looking for You:
    Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!
    Roles and Responsibilities.

    Support the Director, Policy & Government Relations for the Africa region to develop, implement and deliver TNC’s Africa Policy Strategy, particularly as it relates to African governments and African-based international policy forums and institutions.
    Under the supervision of the Director, Policy & Government Relations for the Africa region and in close collaboration with Country/Regional and Program staff, support the design and implementation of strategies that engage with policy initiatives of African governments and African-based international institutions to affect policy change and implementation in line with TNC’s International Policy Strategy, Program and Country strategies, and guided by TNC’s Africa Strategy.
    Support the implementation of Engagement Plans for specific meetings of relevant MEAs and Conventions, as they relate to African governments. Relevant agreements and institutions include but are not limited to: UN biodiversity conventions and other Rio Conventions (UNFCCC, UNCCD), as well as Regional Conventions and Strategies.
    In close collaboration with Country/Regional and Program staff, provide support in identifying and developing strategic relationships with key African governments and key global institutions based in Africa, such as UN Environment and UN country missions based in Nairobi, and the African Union, to advance Institutional and Programmatic strategies in achieving the TNC’s 2030 Goals
    Play a key role in the development and implementation of Policy and Government relations strategies to achieve the Conservancy’s goals through interaction with governments, multilateral agencies, and/or the corporate sector.
    Liaise with TNC’s National strategy teams, Science and Field Conservation staff, other External Affairs departments and with TNC’s Africa Operating Units to further conservation goals, policies, and strategy.
    Work with an interdisciplinary team to serve as a subject matter expert and advisor on complex and strategic issues.
    Coordinate the Influencing of the outcome of policy and/or corporate initiatives Across the TNC Africa countries of operation level.
    Develop strategic partnerships with relevant agencies, conservation organizations, and industry to advance the organization’s conservation agenda.

    What You’ll Bring:

    Bachelor’s degree in political science, environmental policy, management or other relevant field and 5 years of government relations or corporate sector experience, or equivalent combination education/experience.
    Fluency in English. Fluency in French and/or another common language used in Africa is beneficial.
    Analytical and project management experience. Experience in successfully developing and implementing complex projects in an unstructured environment.
    Experience developing, directing, and managing multiple projects and implementing strategic program goals.
    Excellent team player with experience working in multi-disciplinary groups, using influence and interpersonal skills, listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships with governments, corporations, partners, donors, volunteers, and all levels of staff
    Experience presenting to and/or communicating with business, government, or legislative staff and/or program leadership.
    Experience in designing, implementing, and directing multiple complex projects and ensuring program accountability.
    Communications experience including preparing and presenting policy briefings and reports and developing written communications.
    Experience working with corporate and NGO partners, as well as government agencies.
    Experience with negotiation skills and supervisory experience.

    Desired Qualifications

    Master’s degree in a relevant field and over 10 years of experience
    Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural experience appreciated.
    Supervisory experience, including ability to set objectives and manage performance
    Familiarity with social, economic and political conditions and issues in Africa and different countries of our operations (Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, South Africa, Gabon, Angola)
    Experience coordinating projects in a decentralized organization, working across teams, operating units, and functions to achieve optimal results.
    Outstanding written and oral communication, negotiating and organizational skills.

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  • Senior Program Assistant, Legal and Research Affairs

    Senior Program Assistant, Legal and Research Affairs

    PATH currently seeks to hire a Senior Program Assistant to provide administrative support to several teams within the Legal and Research Affairs Division. These teams include Legal Affairs, Grants Contracts Risk and Compliance as well as Data Privacy and Records and Knowledge Management. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

    Coordinate the production and distribution of complex documents and deliverables.
    Draft, edit, format, fact-check, and proofread a variety of documents and enter data using Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other software. 
    Schedule and attend team meetings, drafting agendas and meeting summaries, track action items.
    Manage the internal review process of complex documents by scheduling the necessary leader reviews.
    Assist team members with travel arrangements, teleconferences (across multiple time zones), and complex schedule coordination, using Microsoft Outlook. 
    Coordinate arrangements for external guests, meetings, conferences, workshops, and other events. 
    Maintain project records, electronic files, and other resources on behalf of team members. 
    Mange the routing and completion of invoices for Legal and Research Affairs in coordination with the appropriate finance and programmatic contact(s).
    Coordinate and manage timecard approvals for designated attorneys as well as associated invoices in coordination with the appropriate finance and programmatic contact(s).
    Assist team members with travel arrangements, teleconferences (across multiple time zones), and complex schedule coordination, using Microsoft Outlook.
    Work appropriately with confidential and privileged information.
    Collaborate with staff throughout the organization to research and gather information for proposals, communication materials, and reports

    Required Experience

    Detail-oriented with exceptional proofreading skills, highly organized, flexible, strong time management skills.
    Self-motivated and able to work independently with little supervision, and adept at collaborating effectively with other team members.
    Proven effectiveness working on multiple projects with competing deadlines and ability to seamlessly adapt to changing priorities.
    Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact with and build strong relationships with global colleagues and partners and provide creative solutions in a professional manner.
    Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and as part of a cross-disciplinary team operating in multiple locations. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
    Proficient at problem solving and addressing ambiguities.
    Strong written and oral communication skills.
    Demonstrated professionalism and ownership of responsibilities.
    Must have legal authorization to work in Kenya.

    Apply via :

    path.silkroad.com

  • Program Manager, Fiscal Justice Associate Director, Climate Justice

    Program Manager, Fiscal Justice Associate Director, Climate Justice

    As a Program Manager for Fiscal Justice at Open Society you will:

    Conceive, design and manage cross-department, cross-program or similarly complex projects that advance fiscal justice, safeguard essential public services, and promote green, inclusive, and equitable economic policies.
    Play a lead role in constructing, managing and assessing grant making portfolios on fiscal justice, sharing responsibility for portfolio strategy design.
    Maintain primary relationship with grantees and with internal and external partners to advance shared goals and advocacy strategies around economic justice.
    Use a variety of tools, such as advocacy, communications, grant-making, strategic litigation and research, to advance agendas around economic and fiscal justice.

    What We Are Looking For

    5-7 years of experience in a field connected to the advancement of economic rights and justice.
    Deep knowledge of and experience, including strong networks with civil society organizations, working on at least one of the following issues: economic inequality, tax policy, public budgets, debt, development financing and/or social and economic inclusion issues.
    Practical experience using multiple tools to effect change, including grant-making, campaigning, coalition-building, NGO strengthening, and policy research.
    Commitment to continuous learning and growth in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, antiracism and social justice.
    Commitment to listening and working with humility; ways of working that are respectful to all people; and that support space and voice for all diverse perspectives in our workplace.

    Desirable (but Not Required)

    Strong networks and experience working in the Global South.
    Experience working in or with multilateral organizations and international financial institutions, governments and academic networks.
    Fluency in additional languages besides English.

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  • Programme Officer, Global Labour Programme

    Programme Officer, Global Labour Programme

    About the role 
    We are looking for a Programme Officer to support the Global Labour Programme (GLP) which enables access to work for people with disabilities. You will ensure delivery of the GLP at the highest possible standard.   Programme Officer duties and accountabilities include: 
    Program Delivery  

    Manage all aspects of the project cycle with the partners including effective planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, financial and asset management, reporting, documentation, and closeout. 
    Support partners in adherence to USAID rules and regulations on programme delivery 
    Liaise and work with the Chief of Party, Global Technical Leads (Disability Inclusive Economic Empowerment) and other internal expertise as required. 
    Ensure the implementation of safe programmes by being alert and responsive to safeguarding risks in project communities. 

    Monitoring Evaluation and Learning 

     Ensure high quality and ethical MEL approaches are embedded in all aspects of the programme 
    Support learning and adaptation through developing and implementing tools, events and processes e.g., learning logs, action learning groups, qualitative and quantitative data collection tools, analysis and dissemination of performance data  

    Working with Partners 

    Identify partner organizations with whom Sightsavers can work to achieve the project and organization’s strategic objective of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal rights and opportunities through both service delivery and advocacy 
    Build effective partner relationships and support longer-term relationships that go beyond the duration of the project by disseminating information and advocating for the project’s goals 

     Financial & Resource Management 

    Support program partners in the preparation of budgets and forecasts. 
    Monitor expenditure of program financial resources in liaison with the Finance and Risk Officer.  

    Information & Communication Management 

    Participate in all PR activities related to disability inclusive employment and employment in general, education and social inclusion e.g. Labour Day, Person with Disabilities Day, etc. 
    Represent Sightsavers in project and disability-related meetings, and advocate for Sightsavers’ philosophy and policies. 
    Disseminate information about the work of Sightsavers and to other development partners 

    Jobholder Requirements 
    Essential: 

    Extensive experience of implementing programmes and programme management  
    Demonstrable experience with labour market issues, including assessments, skills training, disability inclusion development, internships, employer engagement, disability inclusion, job placements and job fairs. 
    Significant experience of implementing programmes within the disability sector and gender mainstreaming 
    Significant experience in high -impact enterprise development programs that create a livelihood for target groups. 
    Experienced providing technical assistance to other organisations 
    Working experience of designing data capture strategies and analysing data using MS Excel 
    Strong communication and IT skills 
    Able to work flexibly within a team 
    Experience in project monitoring, evaluation and learning 
    This role includes Safeguarding responsibilities and as such any successful applicant will undergo a series of checks to ensure suitability for the position.   

    Desirable: 

    Previous experience with a USAID funded programme 
    Experience of designing, managing and carrying out advocacy work for social inclusion/disability projects. 
    Familiar with national legislation covering disability, human rights and employment 
    Knowledgeable on current issues and best practice regarding disability, UNCRPD, Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) 
    Programme management within an NGO/INGO

    Apply via :

    jobs.sightsavers.org

  • Project Manager

    Project Manager

    JOB OVERVIEW:

    We are looking for an exceptional candidate to join our expanding Kenya programme.
    You will be responsible for providing support to the implementation of multiple projects within International Alert’s Kenya portfolio, including on Business & Human rights, peacebuilding, climate change, providing strategic direction and guidance to the projects and oversee timely and effective implementation of the projects.

    Qualifications:

    With a degree either in law, conflict and peacebuilding studies, human rights, Social/Political Science and other relevant subjects,
    you will have 7 years of previous project management experience in the NGO sector, including implementing activities, engaging with communities and overseeing monitoring and evaluation.
    You will have excellent report writing skills and experience of engaging with project partners, governments, and other key stakeholders.
    You will have developed strong organisational skills to manage a varied personal workload and meet competing deadlines.

    Apply via :

    alalertlive.peoplehr.net

  • Re-Advertisement: Program Officer – Advocates Benevolent Association

    Re-Advertisement: Program Officer – Advocates Benevolent Association

    Job Description

    Reporting to the Advocates Benevolent Association (ABA) Board and the Secretary / CEO of the Law Society of Kenya.
    Duties & Responsibilities
    The position holder will among other duties be responsible for:

    Establish and manage an Advocates’ Assistance Program
    Conceptualizing, initiating and implementing timely and prudent welfare programs
    Conceptualize, design and implement strategies to respond to emerging welfare matters in line with the Society’s and the Associations mandate, objectives and strategic plan
    Undertaking advocacy and research for the Association
    Implementing the decisions of the Board of the Association
    Coordinate and implement the activities and affairs of the Board of the Association
    Keeping track of finances and investments in liaison with the Accounts Department, preparation of budgets, fundraising proposals and mobilizing funds
    Initiate and implement partnership initiatives with the partners on welfare of members
    Manage and update the welfare and benevolence database for all members
    Any other related tasks as may be assigned, from time to time, by the Secretary/CEO, LSK and the Board of the Association

    Qualifications & Skills

    LLB Degree and a current practicing certificate
    A minimum of three (3) years working experience post-admission to the Roll of Advocates
    Ability to identify programmatic activities and collaborate with others to achieve results
    Experience in handling welfare matters
    Dynamic, self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills
    Experience in planning, administration and monitoring of programs
    High degree of professional ethics and personal integrity
    Experience in budgeting, finance, proposal writing and fundraising skills
    Excellent analytical writing, oral presentation, organizational, mediation and computer skills
    Experience in NGO sector will be an added advantage