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Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit  , Project Management

  • Coordinator – Strategic Foresight (Africa Region)

    Coordinator – Strategic Foresight (Africa Region)

    Role Purpose:
    The role will be responsible for working with a team of people and partners, who source, catalyse, co-produce and undertake cutting-edge trends research and analysis to generate evidence, ideas, innovation and solutions for the Humanitarian sector in a changing world. It will support Leaders and decision makers of National societies to engage with foresight thinking and trends and help them to explore the implications for change and strategy within their National Societies. The position is co-funded by Italian Red Cross through the Solferino Academy and the Kenya Red Cross through the International Centre for Humanitarian Affairs (ICHA). The position will be hosted by the ICHA in Nairobi but directly reporting to a Global team in the Solferino Academy based in Rome.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Producing Futures analysis:  with the teams and partners research, analyse and produce research, position papers, think pieces, blogs and other material that interrogate trends and transformations in the African Region and their impacts on the humanitarian sector.
    Building teams and partners:  working with colleagues in the Solferino Academy and the wider IFRC network source and develop highly effective partnerships with universities, think tanks and other relevant bodies from the African region to collaborate on the agenda.
    Promote engagement with the research: working with the Head of Engagement and Design in the Solferino Academy and others support the design and delivery of strategies that can educate, engage and inspire across a massive distributed network. Utilising both digital engagement across the network and in person experiences at workshops and events, create compelling narratives, story-telling and, discussion and debate that confronts the major challenges facing the organisation and excites and catalyses opportunities for change.
    Support NS Leadership and Strategy and Innovation teams across the African Region to engage with foresight approaches and to utilise futures and foresight in their own strategic planning and operational considerations.
    The role will focus primarily on the African Region but will also support global initiatives and activities.  Given that the role is hosted and part funded by Kenya RC, the role will also provide some extra technical support to Kenya RC strategy, foresight and Innovation initiatives.

    Person Specification
    Professional experience with some of the following, either as a leader or directly, will be valued:

    Experience with futures and foresight research approaches, particularly in quantitative and qualitative horizon scanning and trend analysis desirable, and Horizon Scanning platforms desirable. 
    Experience with Innovation approaches and practices, including facilitating innovation and design focussed workshops.
    Experience supporting Senior leadership to think through and design Strategy, change and transformation initiatives in their organisations
    Leading or facilitating practice or academic research agendas and/or teams, particularly within the Humanitarian and Development sectors
    Experience working with diverse, distributed and remote teams in matrix arrangements
    Securing and managing strategic alliances and partnerships and building business lines for both internal and external stakeholders
    Experience managing the work of interns and volunteers

    In addition, familiarity with the following approaches would be desired:

    Organisational change and transformation
    Complexity and systems thinking
    Leadership development

    Knowledge/technical competencies
    We are looking for someone who preferably has studied to advanced level one or some of the following, but equivalent work experience is also valued;
    Arts, Humanities, social sciences, international development, political science, Knowledge Management, Innovation, Futures or other related fields.
    Personal skills/qualities

    Creative, entrepreneurial and innovative
    An inspiring leader who can understand and connect with a diverse range of stakeholders including senior leaders
    Excellent communication skills and relationship management
    Comfortable with collaborating and influencing distributed people and teams in a matrix environment
    Flexile and adaptive
    A self-starter who functions well within multiple concurrent teams
    Excellent command with the English language. Preferred proficiency with French also would be a strong advantage

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  • Coordinator – Strategic Foresight (Africa Region)

    Coordinator – Strategic Foresight (Africa Region)

    Role Purpose:

    The role will be responsible for working with a team of people and partners, who source, catalyse, co-produce and undertake cutting-edge trends research and analysis to generate evidence, ideas, innovation and solutions for the Humanitarian sector in a changing world. It will support Leaders and decision makers of National societies to engage with foresight thinking and trends and help them to explore the implications for change and strategy within their National Societies. The position is co-funded by Italian Red Cross through the Solferino Academy and the Kenya Red Cross through the International Centre for Humanitarian Affairs (ICHA). The position will be hosted by the ICHA in Nairobi but directly reporting to a Global team in the Solferino Academy based in Rome.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Producing Futures analysis:  with the teams and partners research, analyse and produce research, position papers, think pieces, blogs and other material that interrogate trends and transformations in the African Region and their impacts on the humanitarian sector.
    Building teams and partners:  working with colleagues in the Solferino Academy and the wider IFRC network source and develop highly effective partnerships with universities, think tanks and other relevant bodies from the African region to collaborate on the agenda.
    Promote engagement with the research: working with the Head of Engagement and Design in the Solferino Academy and others support the design and delivery of strategies that can educate, engage and inspire across a massive distributed network. Utilising both digital engagement across the network and in person experiences at workshops and events, create compelling narratives, story-telling and, discussion and debate that confronts the major challenges facing the organisation and excites and catalyses opportunities for change.
    Support NS Leadership and Strategy and Innovation teams across the African Region to engage with foresight approaches and to utilise futures and foresight in their own strategic planning and operational considerations.
    The role will focus primarily on the African Region but will also support global initiatives and activities.  Given that the role is hosted and part funded by Kenya RC, the role will also provide some extra technical support to Kenya RC strategy, foresight and Innovation initiatives.

    Person Specification

    Professional experience with some of the following, either as a leader or directly, will be valued:

    Experience with futures and foresight research approaches, particularly in quantitative and qualitative horizon scanning and trend analysis desirable, and Horizon Scanning platforms desirable. 
    Experience with Innovation approaches and practices, including facilitating innovation and design focussed workshops.
    Experience supporting Senior leadership to think through and design Strategy, change and transformation initiatives in their organisations
    Leading or facilitating practice or academic research agendas and/or teams, particularly within the Humanitarian and Development sectors
    Experience working with diverse, distributed and remote teams in matrix arrangements
    Securing and managing strategic alliances and partnerships and building business lines for both internal and external stakeholders
    Experience managing the work of interns and volunteers

    In addition, familiarity with the following approaches would be desired:

    Organisational change and transformation
    Complexity and systems thinking
    Leadership development

    Knowledge/technical competencies

    We are looking for someone who preferably has studied to advanced level one or some of the following, but equivalent work experience is also valued;

    Arts, Humanities, social sciences, international development, political science, Knowledge Management, Innovation, Futures or other related fields.

    Personal skills/qualities

    Creative, entrepreneurial and innovative
    An inspiring leader who can understand and connect with a diverse range of stakeholders including senior leaders
    Excellent communication skills and relationship management
    Comfortable with collaborating and influencing distributed people and teams in a matrix environment
    Flexile and adaptive
    A self-starter who functions well within multiple concurrent teams
    Excellent command with the English language. Preferred proficiency with French also would be a strong advantage

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  • Project Officer (Field Only) Project Finance Officer

    Project Officer (Field Only) Project Finance Officer

    Job Summary:
    As a key member of the Mwendo Project Cluster team, the Project Officer – OVC Programming will monitor and report on all project activities related to OVC services delivery in line with CRS’ work serving the poor and vulnerable. The incumbent’s thorough and service-oriented approach will ensure that the project consistently applies best practices and constantly works towards improving the impact of its benefits to OVC and their households. S/he will coordinate closely with a pool of Mwendo Technical Team, Local implementing partner Staff, Care and Treatment Partners and relevant GOK departments to provide a holistic, integrated, and comprehensive OVC project implementation.

    Job Responsibilities:

    Serve as the project key partnership link between Mwendo, Local Implementing Partners (LIPs) and GOK
    Support the coordination, implementation, and monitoring of all assigned project activities as outlined in the detailed implementation plan in line with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and good practices.
    Monitor and report any challenges and/or gaps identified to inform adjustments to plans and implementation schedules. Assist LIPs in their efforts to reflect on project experiences.
    Support accountability through coordinating project evaluation activities and assisting LIPs in their efforts to collect and analyze project data per specified mechanisms and tools. Collaborate with LIPs to prepare reports per established reporting schedule.
    Provide technical support and monitor capacity building and technical support activities to LIPs to ensure effective impact.
    Complete project documentation for assigned activities. Assist with identifying information for case studies and reports on promising practices. Actively engage in dissemination and use of relevant knowledge in the field.
    Represent CRS/Mwendo in meetings at county and cluster levels, working groups, and other events as requested, to support forging relations with relevant GOK departments, e.g Health, LIPs, other stakeholders, and the community.
    Support implementation of child protection policy/child safeguarding policy ensuring that all project-affiliated persons in contact with OVC are trained on and conform to CRS’s Protection Policy and Code of Conduct, Keeping Children Safe standards, USAID child safeguarding and the Minimum Services Standards for Quality Improvement of OVC Programs.
    Provide technical assistance and coordinate with DCS to identify their assets, strengths, and goals for in-service professional development and use this information to develop costed annual work plans that incorporate capacity building activities; and a sustainability plan for continuing DCS development after the project ends.
    Provide capacity strengthening to LIP staff through trainings, workshops, facilitated group interactions, as well as accompaniment through regular communication, and site visits to support the successful implementation of HES project activities.
    Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all assigned project activities per donor and CRS standards and established schedules.
    Ensure community case workers (CCWs) (LIP staff and Volunteers) complete required case management forms and ensure case filing system is developed and maintained.
    Support LIPs adopt project SOPs and Job Aids to ensure deliberate, comprehensive and high quality OVC programming
    Ensure quality and minimum protection standards are implemented and respected in all ECD sites, ensuring that all who work with children have signed and understood the CRS Child Protection Policy
    Promote engagement in positive parent/child relationships.
    Support the maintenance of an effective and confidential case management system.
    Strengthen and maintain networks with all partners including county government to ensure that OVC receive additional support through sharing information, collaboration and leveraging of opportunities that would enhance protection, health, legal, and psychosocial wellbeing of OVC
    Support LIPs to implement in line with the project’s gender strategy

    Required/Desired Foreign Language

    Able to clearly communicate in written and spoken English

    Travel Required

    Up to 35% of travel time to Mwendo LIP project sites

    Personal Skills

    Observation, active listening and analysis skills with ability to make sound judgment
    Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members and inspire teamwork among diverse partners without direct supervisory responsibilities
    Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities
    Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented

    Key Working Relationships:
    Supervisory: None

    Internal: Project technical officers
    External: Representatives of the GOK, LIPs, other stakeholders, and the community

    Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

    Education and Experience

    Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Gender, International Development, Development Economics, Public Health, Psychosocial or a related field. Master ‘s degree will an added advantage
    At least 2 years of work experience for master’s degree holders or 3 years of work experience for Bachelor’s degree holders in project support in the field of integrated OVC programming focusing on ECD, Education HIV/AIDS, gender, child protection and safeguarding and other health-related projects in Kenya.
    Monitoring project spending, activities and reporting
    In-depth understanding of donor expectations for program results, outcomes, impact, and reporting.
    Experience in participatory action planning and engagement of stakeholders at various levels.
    Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data preferred.
    Excellent understating of GOK departments and their operations.
    Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

    Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

    These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

    Integrity
    Continuous Improvement & Innovation
    Builds Relationships
    Develops Talent
    Strategic Mindset
    Accountability & Stewardship

    Application URL: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjA0Nzg5LjM4MzBAY2F0aG9saWNyZWxpZWYuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t

    Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

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  • Livelihoods Coordinator

    Livelihoods Coordinator

    Job Summary:

    The Livelihoods Coordinator is responsible for designing, coordination, implementation, monitoring and follow-up of AAHI livelihoods programming. He/she will ensure the project achieves its overall goal in conformity to policies and guidelines.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Strategic and program planning

    Develop, coordinate, plan, implement, monitor, and report on AAHI Livelihood operations
    Based on existing assessments, he/she will design interventions, strategies, and plans for the implementation of livelihood programs;
    Identify innovative/alternative livelihood approaches
    Lead in developing new sustainable livelihood initiatives/proposals and fundraising relating recovery and development response;

    Coordination

    Participate in the Livelihoods inter-agency working groups, joining technical task forces as needed

    Program Implementation, monitoring, and reporting

    Ensure continuous capacity building among staff in handling the Livelihood programming.
    Undertake regular field/onsite visits to ensure technical support to livelihood staff and proper monitoring of the activities’ implementation plan
    Provide regular updates on progress to the Area Manager and other team members
    Ensure donor and agency compliance is met at all levels of project/program management cycle
    Review and endorse relevant financial and narrative reporting on all livelihood interventions.
    Provide overall budget monitoring, financial management, and expenses control including compliance with minimum AAHI and donor requirements.
    Ensure lessons learned are documented, shared, and reflected in program planning and decision making.
    Ensure transparency and accountability tools, processes, and mechanisms to affected communities are in place.
    Work with the M&E team to ensure the M&E plan is being implemented, data is being collected from the field and regular reports are being produced.

    Minimum qualifications required

    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications in Social Sciences, Project Management, Agriculture, Business Administration, or relevant discipline with further training in management.
    Master’s degree in Project Development and Management, Proposal Writing, Business Incubation, Agribusiness, Business administration, or equivalent preferable.
    Demonstrated record of success in developing winning funding proposals from a diverse range of donors.
    Experience in raising funds from corporations and/or large trusts and foundations and non-traditional donors is an advantage;
    Familiarity with and experience in responding to Requests for Applications/Proposals (RFA/RFP), Call for Proposals (CFP), and unsolicited calls;
    At least 7 years of the progressively responsible program, of which at least 2 years closely related to implementing camp management activities or community settlements.

    Minimum relevant experience required

    Demonstrate impeccable top-level negotiation and persuasive skills in programming with donors while appreciating the desired flexibility.
    Relevant experience in business or market/economic development
    Relevant experience in agricultural production, market assessments, rural market linkages, and capacity building in value chains
    Experience in the training field team
    Experience in implementing livelihood intervention in the camp setting
    Demonstrated strengths in relationship management; able to work with diverse groups of people in a multicultural, team-oriented environment.

    Desirable Skills

    Project management field experience.
    Knowledge and exposure to the social and cultural values of the region concerned.
    Proficiency in the local language(s).
    Skilled in influencing and obtaining the cooperation of individuals not under supervisory control; able to manage long-distance relationships to achieve results

    Additional Skills & Competences

    Communicational skills (written and spoken)
    Organizational and managerial skills
     ICT specialty (email, Spread-sheets, MS-word, job-related software, etc).
    Team-work and participation
    High level of self-supervision and ability to take initiative
    Degree of accuracy and attention to detail
    The technical side of the job (numeracy, report-writing, critical thinking, leadership, etc).
    INGO experience and understanding of the humanitarian sector

    How to ApplyApplication Instructions: https://www.actionafricahelp.org/careers/Interested candidates should email application letters and CVs (with 3 referees) addressed to recruitkenya@actionafricahelp.org to be received by 15th October 2020. The email Subject Line must show the job title of the position applied for. AAH-K is an equal opportunity employer. We thank candidates for their high interest in the opportunities we publish on our website. Due to the high number of applications we receive, we will only get back to shortlisted candidates. AAH-K does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process nor does it use recruitment agents. Selection will be done on a rolling basis.

    Apply via :

    recruitkenya@actionafricahelp.org

  • Regional Manager

    Regional Manager

    Function: Program management, operations supportReports to: Kenya Country Director

     
    Contract: Full Time, 2 years with opportunity to extend

    Start Date: October/November 2020

    Location: Kitale Office

    Position Overview: Village Enterprise Regional Manager (RM) is a passionate highly dynamic, technically capable and strong leader. The RM provides direct oversight and management of the Field Associates in the Region, represents Village Enterprise’s interest at the regional and government level, and must additional responsibilities in a higher level when called upon. The organization prides itself on supportive, positive management, and the RM is core to this culture within Village Enterprise.

    Job Description

    Key Result Areas

    Operations Implementation Management
    Project Implementation Management
    Cross-functional Team Coordination
    Human Resources and Administration
    Financial Oversight and Control
    Assist other Functional Teams
    Safeguarding

    Operations Implementation Management

    Works with Country Director and Vice President Operationst o create annual field implementation plan
    Ensure tasks listed in field implementation plan are being met
    Updates Wrike Project management tool upon completion of tasks.
    Meet with Country Director on a quarterly basis to review goals for respective Region.
    Supervises Field Associates, providing support during biweekly meetings, coaching Business Mentors as needed.
    Responsible for identifying regions that are getting too saturated and identifying new regions
    Coordinate with Field Associates to identify timing and scheduling of disbursements
    Handle logistics for procurement of funds and transportation to the field during the disbursement period
    Act for and on behalf of the Country Director in his/her absence or when required.

    Project Implementation Management

    RM position may be designated as a Project Manager for a specific project.
    Work closely with team members of the Partnership Management unit to deliver on milestones.
    Use Project Management Launch plan to execute tasks assigned to the Project Manager
    Coordinate with relevant partners on the assigned project.

    Cross-functional Team Coordination

    Work closely with functional teams to ensure smooth implementation of field implementation plan
    Coordinates with Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) lead and Enterprise & savings lead to draw up field training schedules for each cycle incorporating M&E activities.
    Collaborates with Finance and Administration (F&A) team to calculate stipends for field team and generate list of field equipment and Materials for procurement

    Human Resources and Administration

    Works closely with Human Resources Coordinator (HRC) to ensure adequately staffing of the field team.
    Participates in the recruitment process of Business Mentors and Field Associates.
    Working closely with the HRC, provides annual reviews to field staff that include a written performance appraisal, and ensure that objectives identified in these reviews are achieved in a timely manner

    Financial Oversight and Control

    Participate in budget reviews on a quarterly basis
    Review weekly planned expenses and Field team stipends
    Approve office expenditures that are not more than $500
    Work closely with F&A in weekly withdrawal of funds from Bank.
    Provide reporting to the F&A team on disbursements and any grants that go unfunded

    Assist with other Functional Teams

    Support the Country Director, F&A, M&E, Innovations teams as needed
    Represent Village Enterprise at conferences, events and at the government level when needed
    Assist with roll-out of new activities, processes and procedures from functional teams

    Safeguarding: “Safeguarding at VE is everyone’s responsibility”

    Continuously sensitize program participants about possible risks of child abuse, sexual/financial exploitation, and prevention and response mechanisms.
    Ensure compliance with VE’s safeguarding policies and Code of Conduct in all programs, operations and practices.
    Report any incident of child or adult safeguarding in program operations for appropriate action and follow up.

    Qualifications

    University degree or equivalent in development, program management, international development or other relevant field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
    Minimum three (3) years working in management of development programs for an international organization.

    Key competencies

    Excellent capacity building, team building/management, and coordination skills. An ability to delegate responsibilities effectively and coach and mentor staff.
    Demonstrate experience in managing projects and planning.
    An ability to work in challenging and changing environments, and to see through challenges to find solutions.
    Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to exercise diplomacy and tact as demonstrated in previous roles that required communication with a broad and diverse set of individuals and personalities.
     
    Excellence in IT skills, proficient in Google suite and related resources relevant for communication, planning and presentation
    Experience in dealing with a diverse group of stakeholders representing government, external partners, and others.
    Computer literate and proficient
    Fluency in English is a must.

    Qualified candidates based in Kitale or its environs, or those willing to relocate are highly encouraged to apply.

    Equal Opportunity

    Village Enterprise will provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Village will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Village does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic protected by the law. Village will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship to daily operations. Village Enterprise recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation and expects all employees to share in the same commitment.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: To Apply Click on the below link: https://hrmis.villageenterprise.org/KenyaCareers/ using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    hrmis.villageenterprise.org

  • Regional Programme Adviser (National Position) Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator Regional Corporate Partnerships Adviser

    Regional Programme Adviser (National Position) Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator Regional Corporate Partnerships Adviser

    Duties and responsibilities

    Specific Duties 

    Focal point for specific donors as assigned and responsible for staying updated on trends of these donors in the region.
    Support to regional and cross border proposals.
    Conduct analysis of trends in the region or sub-region to contribute to regional understanding and provide evidence for advocacy and innovative project ideas.
     Assigned to work on thematic areas and represent NRC in relevant for a as appointed by line manager.

    General Duties

    Responsible for compliance and adherence to NRC policies, strategies and procedures
    Responsible for quality control of donor proposals and reports, and internal programme strategy documents and reports, in regards to NRC strategies and donor compliance.
    Provide specialist support, advice and guidance to programme development and to strategic planning in country programmes.
    Support evaluations in country programmes.
    Promote lessons learned and best practices into programme development in country programmes, including from M&E products (such as GORS and Evaluations).
    Responsible for project cycle management (PCM) support, including facilitation and delivery of trainings, to country programmes within the region.
    Coordinate internal reporting and facilitate meetings between country offices the Regional Office and Head Office as required, ensure correct archiving of key Country Office strategy, programme and project documentation, and keep oversight of Country Office proposal and reporting deadlines.
    Responsible to stay updated on specific countries and/ or themes as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Experience working in project management setting is mandatory
    Minimum 5 years of experience within the humanitarian/recovery context
    Specialist knowledge and expertise equivalent to an advanced university degree in a relevant field (e.g. international development, politics, social science)
    Experience developing proposals and reports for various key donors (NMFA, UNHCR, DFID, ECHO etc.
    Experience from working in complex contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Fluency in English  

    Personal qualities

    Experience with overall strategy development and planning is mandatory
    Working with people
    Analyzing
    Communicating with impact and respect
    Coping with change
    Handling insecure environments 

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  • Programme Officer (Law Enforcement Training)

    Programme Officer (Law Enforcement Training)

    Org. Setting and Reporting
    This position is located in the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Mombasa, Kenya. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Representative, ROEA and the overall guidance of the Senior Programme Coordinator of the Container Control Programme (CCP). The focus of the UNODC Container Control Programme is to assist law enforcement agencies to identify and inspect high-risk containers.
    For more information on UNODC, please visit the following website: www.unodc.org
    Responsibilities

    Within assigned authority, the incumbent will undertake the following specific tasks:
    Provide substantive support in the development of relevant technical and training materials, tools and capacity building packages, and in the development of training curricula to profile and select high-risk containers in the containerized trade supply chain, for use by officials selected by their national Governments to form the inter-agency container profiling units.
    Develop new syllabus material, plan, organize, coordinate and deliver training courses.
    Monitor and review best practices, methodologies and programmes in assigned areas and assess current and previous training activities in the risk-based approach to selection of containers for physical examinations; support the implementation of improved measures.
    Provide support in organizing, conducting and implementing training courses, seminars, working groups, and workshops in coordination with the UNODC programme partner the World
    Customs Organization. Participate as a trainer and resource person and deliver presentations as required.
    Ensure proper implementation of project training plans. Validate the supply of equipment and monitor their use: Prepare jointly with project staff, all necessary project progress reports and project segment implementation reports.
    Pilot-test promising practices through the design and implementation of special programmes and projects and summarize experience from pilot projects.
    Support and promote the expansion of the projects to new countries and help secure Government ownership; Identify partners to join the Container Control Programme or to other UNODC projects.
    Undertake general and administrative arrangements, and liaise with national authorities and international organizations. Support fundraising activities and identify private sector sponsors, and follow-up on outreach or correspondence with potential contributors.
    Promote UNODC’s menu of services and portfolio growth under all mandate areas.
    Perform other work-related duties as required.

    Competencies

    Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of law enforcement, particularly in the area of border management, international trade and commerce and the illicit use of sea containers for trafficking purposes. Has ability to analyse training needs and workforce development issues and respond to these needs and issues by providing effective training solutions. Is able to familiarize him/herself with UN policies, rules, regulations, administrative and programmatic procedures and follow and apply them. Has good analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Is able to apply good judgement in the context of assignments given. Is able to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
    Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

    Education
    An advanced university (Master’s degree or equivalent) in the fields of law, criminology, public administration, political science, international relations or related fields of criminal justice, crime prevention and/or law enforcement is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Work Experience

    A minimum of five years of relevant progressively responsible professional experience in risk-based working methodology (profiling) with a focus on law enforcement, organized crime, drugand human trafficking in border management is required.
    Experience in delivering training with practical experience in both classroom and on-site related risk-based working methodology and the use of techniques and risk indicators applied to the selection of containers is required.
    Demonstrated experience in the development of training material is highly desirable.
    Practical experience with United Nations programmes, policies, guidelines and procedures is desirable.
    Working experience in developing countries or in countries in a post-war phase is desirable.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
    Special Notice
    This temporary position is available for six months. Actual filling of this position and actual duration of the assignment is subject to availability of funding. If the selected candidate is an internal staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection may be administered as a temporary assignment.
    While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
    Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.
    Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as “retirement.” Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.
    Mombasa is classified in the B category (family duty station).
    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
    The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
    Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.No Fee
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  • International Consultant to develop a private sector engagement strategy for UN Women East and Southern Africa offices

    International Consultant to develop a private sector engagement strategy for UN Women East and Southern Africa offices

    BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls, the empowerment of women, and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women’s rights at the center of all its efforts, UN Women leads and coordinates United Nations system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action globally. UN Women uses its convening power to bring together partners such as civil society and the private sector to address a wide range of dimensions of women’s economic empowerment in a holistic, coherent and coordinated manner drawing on its own expertise in the areas of economic empowerment including women’s access to decent work, redistribution of unpaid care work, gender and macroeconomic growth and social protection.In 2017, UN Women embarked on developing an “All Africa Strategy”, to improve coordination, promote synergy and prioritize its activities for maximum impact, thereby increasing efficiency of the organization’s resources in the region. The strategy tackles the most compelling issues affecting women and girls on the continent and positions UN Women for effective implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa. The strategy aligns to the African Union’s agenda 2063, (“The Africa we want”) and emphasizes the principle of leaving no one behind but reaching the furthest first in an effort to acghieve the SDGs. To effectively and successfully implement this strategy and the UN women East and Southern Africa strategic note, UN Women is looking to establish strategic partnerships with relevant stakeholders in the region including the private sector.The East and Southern Africa Region is hub to many multinational companies. UN Women would like to engage these companies at national and regional levels to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment. The organization therefore seeks the services of an international consultant to conduct a study to map private sector organizations and provide recommendations on strategies to engage private sector companies for UN Women’s work in the region.Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe study which will cover 12 countries in the ESA region. Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Regional Director for UN Women East and Southern Africa (ESAR) and in close consultation with UN Women Country Offices, Partnership and thematic programme units, the consultant will support UN Women Regional Office to identify top 20 private sector institutions in ESAR; assess their value proposition as aligned to that of UN Women; their initiatives responding to Corporate Social Responsibility; and value chains with possible entry points for women. The study will improve UN Women’s knowledge and give recommendations on how to best engage the private sector for advancing GEWE.Key Responsibilities

    Identify and map top private sector companies in each of the 12 selected countries within East and Southern Africa
    Conduct Desk review of key UN Women document including but not limited to UN Women private sector go-to-market strategy; UN Women global strategy, UN Women Private Sector Accountability Framework (UNW-PSAF), Africa Strategy and ESARO Strategic note (2018 – 20-21) to understand UN Women’s programme of work and priorities for gender equality and women empowerment.
    Hold consultation with all 12 UN Women Country Offices in ESA region to assess previous engagement with private sector, identify and map out potential cooperate entities.
    Identify the value chains and value proposition or corporate priorities of these private sector companies that aligns to UN Women’s work, indicating areas of possible mutual collaboration.
    Consult with potential corporates to identify and confirm their value proposition, capturing areas of mutual collaboration with UN Women in ESAR.
    Develop a comprehensive database of private sector entities in ESAR, capturing the head of these institutions, contact details and mutual areas of collaboration;
    Propose entry points for the integration of women businesses supported by UN Women in the value-chains of large companies established in ESAR.
    Identify, map and develop a database of women-owned businesses established in ESAR.
    Develop a UN Women – Private sector engagement strategy document for ESA region proposing entry points for UN Women engagement and drawing on the findings of the study.

    Expected Deliverables

    Inception Report
    A Database of at least top 20 private sector companies in ESAR with priorities and values that align with that of UN Women developed.
    A Database of major women-owned businesses established.
    An engagement strategy for the private sector developed.
    Opportunity for partnerships between UN Women and the top 20 companies identified.
    Entry points for connections between large companies and women-owned businesses identified.

    Proposed Work ScheduleThe duration of this assignment is for a period of 54 calendar days as outlined below.Activity Location Estimated Time

    Inception report

    Home-based2 days

    Desk review and consultations/interview with all 12 country offices to identify potential private sector interested to support GEWE.

    TBC10 days

    Mapping of private sector companies and women owned businesses established in ESAR, develop a comprehensive database of the top private sector companies (at least 20 in ESAR) and database of women-owned businesses.

    TBC7 days

    Analysis of value proposition of the private sector companies for alignment with UN Women’s work, the company’s corporate social responsibility activities and value chains, identifying areas of mutual collaboration for potential engagement at national and regional level. Also, identifying and entry points for integration of women owned business supported by UN Women.

    TBC20 days

    Develop initial report with findings and recommendations

    Home-based5 days

    Develop draft UN Women – Private sector engagement strategy

    Home-based5 days

    Finalize private sector strategy and report of the study

    Home-based5 daysPayment Schedule20% on submission of a detailed work plan of the assignment and mapping tool;50% on submission and acceptance of draft private sector engagement strategy;30% on acceptance of final strategy documentCompetenciesCore Values

    Respect for Diversity;
    Integrity;
    Professionalism.

    Core Competencies

    Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;
    Accountability;
    Creative Problem Solving;
    Effective Communication;
    Inclusive Collaboration;
    Stakeholder Engagement;
    Leading by Example.

    Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Core Values and Competencies: http://www.unwomen.org/-/media/headquarters/attachments/sections/about%20us/employment/un-women-employment-values-and-competencies-definitions-en.pdfFunctional Competencies

    In-depth knowledge of gender equality, the UN system and private sector operations;
    Demonstrated ability to research and produce clear reports with in-depth analysis and strategic recommendations in English.
    Good communication and interpersonal skills, ability to foster networks and partnerships;
    Ability to complete complex assignments in a timely manner and deliver quality results.

    EducationRequired Skills and Experience

    Advanced Degree (Masters or PhD) in the field of gender, Social Sciences, business administration, Economics or any closely related field with proven track record in project design, business development and private sector engagement.

    Experience

    At least 10 years of experience working in the area of research in development and familiar with the private sector
    Experience conducting research with strong analytical and writing skills.
    Experience working with the private sector and developing strategy documents
    Knowledge of policies and legal frameworks on gender equality and women empowerment.
    Experience of working with UN Women or understanding the context of UN entities and their engagement with the private sector is an added advantage.

    Language Requirements

    Fluency in English is required;
    Knowledge of another UN official working language is an asset

  • Program Specialist Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Manager

    Program Specialist Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Manager

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Program Specialist.The Position: The Program Specialist will provide program support for the implementation of Development and Delivery of Biofortified Crops at Scale (DDBIO) program. He/she will be responsible for providing administrative support to the global program team, organizing regional meetings; events and backstopping the efforts of admin assistants in the program’s implementing countries (Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda). This position reports to the Program Coordinator.Key Responsibilities

    Provide day to day administrative support to the DDBIO global team;
    Provide logistical support as needed (appointment, meetings, travel arrangements);
    Assist with program related communications (appointments, reports, booking meeting rooms / venues and equipment etc.);
    Assist in developing meta data, uploading, updating and dissemination of DDBIO publications and communication products on to various platforms including the CGIAR space, social media, project microsite etc.;
    Coordinate travel arrangements and logistical support – including the handling of travel requests and liquidations for visitors and program staff, accommodation, and arranging for meals for the project events;
    Backstopping the efforts of the admin assistants in the program’s implementing countries (Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda) to effectively execute similar duties and support country teams;
    Compile workshop presentations, preparation of meeting materials for participants and maintaining and improving mailing lists
    Maintenance of office filing system (manual and electronic) including backup, archiving and storage;
    Assist in procurement and payment of bills;
    Handling maintenance of office assets and keeping an inventory of equipment and supplies;
    Assisting with the preparation of cash position and bank reconciliations and regular financial reporting;Selection Criteria
    At least a first degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics or other related discipline;
    At least CPA section 4 or ACCA level 2;
    A minimum of 5 years of finance and administration experience in a busy environment;
    Familiarity with grants, contracts and risk analysis;
    Experience as an executive assistant desirable;
    A team player accustomed to working with multi-cultural and diverse teams
    Proficient in MS Office, especially in Excel
    Advanced Knowledge in software solutions (ERP)
    Advanced qualitative and quantitative analytical skills;
    Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write project and financial reports;

    Why should you consider this opportunity?
    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the- art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members. What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3- month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

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