Jobs Kenya

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

  • Short Term Project Assistant

    Short Term Project Assistant

    Job Description
    The key responsibilities of this position will include:

    Participate in the implementation of the civic engagement work plan.
    Support in reviewing of partner reports and harvesting civic engagement results as per the outputs indicators and targets.
    Support in the monitoring of partners in the civic engagement cluster.
    Help in compiling of civic engagement reports.
    Support in the preparation of monthly programme activity reports for submission to the Head of programmes.
    Collate social accountability and budget related improvements from partner and budget facilitator initiatives
    Provide logistical support for training workshops including the budget facilitators training programme.
    Provide project implementation support for an anticipated short-term project.
    Any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

  • Projects Development Assistant (PDA) (German proficiency) (Kenyan national)

    Projects Development Assistant (PDA) (German proficiency) (Kenyan national)

    Overall job purpose
    The overall objective of the position is to assist and support the Head of Mission Kenya-Djibouti-Zimbabwe on grant management, ensuring grants compliance and in overseeing proposals development and reports writing processes as to ensure high-quality proposals and reporting specifically for the Kenya program.
    Tasks

    On relationship with partners and the coordination team

    Establish and maintaining at all time, an open, transparent, constructive relationship with the partners.
    Maintain at all time, a strong and positive working relationship with the HoM and M&E Coordinator as to contribute the delivery of quality outputs during project cycle including preparation, implementation, review and reporting phases.

    On the humanitarian context

    Constantly monitor and remained informed on the evolving humanitarian situation in the country.
    Participate in health cluster meetings and other cluster meetings as relevant.
    When possible, participate in refuge programming coordination meetings.

    On project designs, project reports and compliance/ grant management

    Create and circulate monthly reporting schedules, send timely reminders to partner, field teams, coordination team to ensure adherence to reporting schedules as to ensure smooth completion of work responsibilities related to project designs and reporting;
    Receive, review and finalize with the partners, their project reports
    Lead the finalization of the donor reports (programmatic)
    Under the lead of the M&E Coordinator, organize and facilitate the design sessions with the partners for new proposal, coordinate closely with M&E Coordinator on the logic of the interventions and the quality of the indicators
    Ensuring high-quality reporting and proposal writing for all projects in close collaboration with the CD, M&E Coordinator and Desk Officer Berlin.
    Identify and develop strategies to optimize the grants administration process
    Coordinate grant opening meetings, BvA meetings, and 90 days end-of-project meetings; take minutes and follow-up on action points for aforementioned meetings.
    Ensure that all performance records from distributions, supplies, trainings, sensitizations, etc. are complete, available and properly filed.
    Translate relevant documents from English into German and/or English and vice versa as required and as it may be needed by the Country Office and the Head of Mission.

    On donor information

    Proactively gather information on new call for proposals as they arise.
    Stay conversant on new trends and developments relevant for funding with a specific focus on German institutional funding.

    On Country Strategy

    Contribute to country strategy and annual planning with the CD and M&E Coordinator.
    Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe (Johanniter) is working with Africa Inland Church Health Ministries (AICHM) in Kenya.
    Professional Qualification and Experience:
    BSc or MSc degree in a relevant field.
    Experience in working with German public donors (Federal Foreign Office, Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation) including funding mechanisms, rules, regulations, strategies, etc., and of donor reporting requirements.
    Proficiency in both German and English.
    Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office.

    Prior work experience in an INGO.
    Skills:
    Demonstrated strong writing and revision skills (in terms of content, structuring and copy-editing).
    Highly organized and detail-oriented.
    Able and willing to work under stress and with tight deadlines.
    Able and willing to work in a multicultural context as a respectful team player.

  • Senior Field Coordinator

    Senior Field Coordinator

    Kakuma  was established in 1992 and is the largest and third oldest camp in Kenya and it host about 192,000 Refugees majority being South Sudanese, followed by Somalis and others.  The Camp has more than 10 different nationalities at present. Most refugees and asylum seekers who arrived at Kakuma in the last few years are staying with relatives but some have been settled outside in  a new settlement called Kalubeyi some 15 kilomters outside Kakuma.The IRC has implemented refugee assistance projects in Kakuma since 1992 and has been the lead health, and SGBV implementing partner in Kakuma.The IRC provides primary and secondary healthcare services, targeted nutritional services, quality reproductive health, and HIV related services, as well as the protection and empowerment of women and girls. 
    SCOPE OF WORK: 
    The IRC seeks an experienced  Senior Field Coordinator with significant humanitarian operations experience to manage the IRC’s field offices, staff, and operations.  The individual must have previous experience working in volatile environments and in Refugee setting . The Field Coordinator will supervise staff, manage the office premises, liaise with local authorities, and contribute to program design and implementation.
    Job Purpose/Objective
    The  Senior Field Coordinator (FC) plays a key role in the overall leadership and management of the IRC Kenya Program. The senior Field Coordinator leads IRCs response in Kakuma Field Site and is responsible for supporting, coordinating and supervising timely and high-quality program implementation, with a specific focus in ensuring the effective functioning of all the support functions of the program.  Under the supervision of Deputy Director of Operations (DDO), the  senior Field Coordinator will be responsible for the overall field coordination, program support, and field office management working in close collaboration with other members of the senior management team including the Country Director, Deputy Director of Program (DDP), Deputy Director Grants & Accountability, Finance Controller, Senior HR Coordinator, Technical Coordinators (Heath, WPE, Nutrition, Monitoring and evaluation Coordinator …etc.).  The Field Coordinator will be based in Kakuma and  may travel to other field sites as  and when is required required.    
    Responsibilities and specific tasks:
    Field Office and Program Management

    Oversee day-to-day implementation of all programs in the field site, providing constructive supervision to the program managers to implement, monitor, and evaluate work plans including monitoring & evaluation mechanisms as agreed with the Deputy Director Programs and in coordination with the IRC sector Technical Coordinators.
    In close collaboration with relevant Technical Coordinator(s), lead the field-based teams in the development of new proposals and initiatives for the Kakuma field site in accordance with the country program strategic plan and IRC Strategic Action Plan 2020 framework.
    Participate in the development of budgets for program proposals in conjunction with the grants and finance departments.
    Ensure timely and quality program implementation, reporting, and monitoring.
    Contribute to assessments, program design, and budgeting.
    Ensure programs are in compliance with IRC, donor and national requirements 

    Grants Management and Reporting

    In close coordination with the Grants department and the relevant Technical Coordinator(s), lead field-level Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings.
    Review operational aspects of internal and external reports from the field site and ensure timely submission as required
    Lead review of Budget vs. Actual expenditure on a monthly basis with staff, ensuring timely and accurate feedback to the relevant Technical Coordinator(s) and the Grants, Finance and Supply Chain departments.
    In collaboration with the Technical Coordinator(s) address any over/under expenditure issues through jointly developed corrective plans.

    Monitoring & Evaluation

    Ensure appropriate M&E activities are carried out regularly by program staff in all sectors (data collection & analysis, monitoring of project progress against established work plans, monitoring of established indicators and utilization of results to inform program (re-)design);
    Support for Identifying gaps in M&E systems and make recommendations for improvements;

      Strategic Planning

    Support the integration of program activities to create coherent, quality and complimentary programming; Specific focus to ensure strong integration of program support functions with direct program related activities
    Participate in workshops at field level to establish and monitor annual operating plans for the strategic plan;
    Ensure that all project activities are consistent with established best practices and IRC’s Program Framework principles.

     Human Resource Management

    Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
    Ensure all staff in the field site know and understand IRCs Global and in-country HR Policies and the IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct. Document and address breaches of policy and disciplinary issues in coordination with the Sr HR Coordinator in a professional manner and in line with the letter and spirit of the relevant policy.
    Ensure the Performance Management cycle is implemented and documented timely for all staff in the field site. Ensure feedback from technical coordinators is sought and incorporated in performance management cycles of program managers and heads of department, including but not limited to technical performance and capacity building needs.
    Provide direct supervision to the field site’s HR lead, ensuring recruitment, staff orientation, and payroll preparation, leave management and exit management processes are carried out timely and in line with relevant policies and procedures.
    Ensure that staff has capacity development plans in place based on documented capacity needs assessments exercise. Work with the appropriate technical resource (for example the Technical Coordinators) to achieve this

    Finance and Supply Chain and ICT Management

    In close coordination with the Finance department, lead the development and management of annual, comprehensive and inclusive field operating budgets.
    Oversee the financial management of field office operations by the Program Managers, and the Finance staff, including cash management, issuing and tracking advances, ensuring complete and correct use of all finance forms; timely notice to Nairobi of cash transfer needs;
    Ensure proper financial, supply chain and ICT management systems and control mechanisms are in place and adhered to in line with the IRC’s global and in-country finance and supply chain policies.
    Oversee the carrying out of supply chain support operations by Hagadera supply chain staff, including procurement (both local and through Nairobi), stock management, asset management, vehicle operations, equipment maintenance, and repair (including communications and computer equipment);
    Provide supervision and leadership to the field site’s finance and supply chain teams.
    Review and ensure timely submission of monthly and annual finance and supply chain reports from the field site as required.

    Security Management

    Act as IRCs Security Focal Point for the field site.
    Ensure all staff in the field site know and understand IRC Kakuma security regulations; Document and address breaches of policy and disciplinary issues in coordination with the Security Manager.
    Monitor the Kakuma security situation, attend security meetings and inform the Security Manager, and SMT where appropriate, of developments through submission of accurate weekly and –where needed- ad-hoc security and incident reports.
    Participate in the review and update of the country Security Management Plan.
    Assist the Security Manager in developing field specific Contingency Plans, Medevac, Evacuation Plans and SOPs.
    Assist the Security Manager with developing training plans for staff and conducting training.

     Representation and Coordination

    Represent the IRC with local government authorities (administrative, sectoral and security officials), non-state actors, UN agencies, NGOs, and donors at the field site level. Engage and or delegate to program staff for sector representation as appropriate.
    Represent the IRC with beneficiaries and communities to encourage accountability to those we serve
    Upon request by the Senior Management Team, organize and facilitate field visits for stakeholders interested in IRC’s Kakuma response.
    Coordinate IRC program activities with relevant officials and other humanitarian agencies;
    Assist in the preparation of regular reports to keep partners and stakeholders informed of IRC’s activities;
    Draft reports and provides verbal updates to the Country Director.
    Actively develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders at the county level including donors, government actors, local traditional leadership, beneficiary populations and their representatives, etc.

    Key Working Relationships:
    Position Reports to Deputy Director Operations
    The position directly supervises Program Managers; HR lead; Finance Manager and Supply Chain departments in the field site.
    Indirect Reporting:  None; Direct supervisees have dotted lines to their Program/Technical Coordinators.Other Internal and/or external contacts:
    Internal:

    Country Director, Deputy Director Programs,  Program Technical Coordinators (Health Services Co; Partnerships & Grants Co; Nutrition Co; WPE Co; M&E Co)

    Finance Controller, Sr HR Co, Supply Chain Co, Security Manager

    External: 

    Relevant other stakeholders e.g. NGOs UN bodies, local authorities non-state actors

    Requirements: 

    Eight or more year’s progressive management and leadership experience with an International NGO.
    Masters Degree in management, International relation, development studies and MBA Bachelor’s degree  plus 10 years of relevant experience is  Field or Humanitiarian sector will be required.
    Experience managing country program teams with a diverse portfolio; knowledge of major donors (including USAID/OFDA/PRM, ECHO/EC, DFID, CBM , UN Agencies).
    Strong background in Supply Chain, Logistics, Administration and program implementation
    Experience in IT is strongly preferred.
    Experience managing Security in a hostile environment.
    Excellent leadership, people management, interpersonal and negotiation skills and a demonstrated ability to develop harmonious teams in a cross-cultural context.
    Strong diplomatic skills.  Ability to establish good working relationships with partners, donors and other stakeholders in a sensitive environment.
    Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
    English fluency required.

    Personal Characteristics:

    Strong sense of personal integrity.
    Attention to detail.
    Strong supervisory skills.
    Ability to multi-task.
    Good interpersonal and communication skills.
    Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
    Willingness to live and productively work in insecure, unstable and/or harsh environments
    Flexibility and adaptability
    Desire to learn
    Cultural sensitivity

    Standards of Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct.  These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability.  In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and several others.
    Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

  • Programme Officer( HACT)

    Programme Officer( HACT)

    Under the general guidance and supervision of the Programme Specialist (HACT), the incumbent will provide technical and administrative support to UNICEF Somalia in planning, implementation and follow-up on actions related to both micro-assessments and HACT assurance activities.
    How can you make a difference?
    Under the general guidance and supervision of the Programme Specialist (HACT), the incumbent will provide technical and administrative support to UNICEF Somalia in planning, implementation and follow-up on actions related to both micro-assessments and HACT assurance activities.
    Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

    Participate in the development, implementation and reporting of the HACT assurance plan
    Support the spot check process by undertaking select spot checks and/or providing quality control to internal staff and/or third-party teams undertaking spot checks.
    Assist in coordination of preparations for scheduled audits, including liaison with partners, and the consolidation of required documentation. Upon receipt of draft audit reports from third-party audit firms, review and provide quality control to/feedback on draft reports.
    Review capacity assessments of implementing partners (including IP self-assessments, UNICEF staff assessments, and third-party micro-assessments), and synthesize findings to analyse risks associated with signing Programme Cooperation Agreements with partners, and propose adequate mitigation measures.
    Identify priority and/or recurring findings from audits, financial spot checks, micro-assessments, and other assessment and assurance tools to support office’s understanding of the financial management capacities and gaps in the Somali civil society and government sectors. Formulate pragmatic recommendations to address findings and mitigate risks, and ensure that such recommendations are acted upon.
    In close consultation with programme managers and operations sections, identify areas where HACT capacity-building trainings and refresher sessions are required for UNICEF staff and implementing partners; and support design and implementation of such training.

    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

    University degree in any of the following: Social Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, development planning, planning, evaluation, survey implementation, advanced statistical research or other fields related to the work of UNICEF.
    2 years of progressively responsible professional work experience programme management and/or financial management/operations at national level. Field work related experience desirable. 
    Fluency in English and a second UN language; Local working language of the duty station an asset.

    For every Child, you demonstrate…
    UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
    Remarks:
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  • County Project Officer Coordinator Project Coordinator Conflict Officer Program Manager

    County Project Officer Coordinator Project Coordinator Conflict Officer Program Manager

    LOCATION: MARSABIT COUNTY
    PROGRAM / DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: Mercy Corps has been operating in Kenya since 2008, focusing its interventions around four objectives:

    Peace and Conflict Management;
    Livelihood/Market Systems;
    Governance (particularly at the county level); and
    Youth Employment/Employability (including the social and economic development of adolescents).

    The four objectives serve to increase community resilience to drought and other shocks and stresses, and to decrease fragility with a particular focus on Kenya’s Arid Lands.  Mercy Corps’ vision for change requires the private sector, government and civil society to work together to create meaningful and sustainable change.
    Mercy Corps is seeking to recruit a County Project Coordinator to oversee county-level activities for a five-year USAID-funded Feed the Future (FtF) Livestock Market Systems Development Activity for Northern Kenya.
    The project supports USAID’s Feed the Future Initiative specifically to improve households’ income, productive assets and resilience to drought and other shocks. Specific areas of focus include: strengthened and sustained rangeland and water management; strengthened drought risk management; strengthened conflict management; improved and sustained health, nutrition, and hygiene practices; improved literacy, numeracy, and life skills; and collaborative action and learning for community empowerment.
    GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and management support from the Deputy Chief of Party, the County Project Coordinator will be responsible for the overall county-level planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of the Strengthening Community Capacities for Resilience and Growth project.  S/he will ensures all project initiatives are implemented to achieve maximum impact as per project objectives while remaining on schedule and budget.
    The Project Coordinator directly manages the county-level staff on the project and has an informal reporting line to our partner’s Regional Program Manager. Strong day-to-day coordination with the Regional Program Manager is required to ensure that office operations are running effectively and are compliant with all internal and external regulations. S/he will be the primary liaison with county government officials.
    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
    Program Management

    Provide overall managerial leadership for the project at the county level, ensuring teams follow work plans so activities are on time, target and within the approved budget, and project deliverables achieve desired impact;
    Lead effective coordination, collaboration and integration among all technical, support and project units including with our lead partner – ACDI/VOCA and implementing partner – the  BOMA Project;
    Partner with county-level government and communities in areas of operation;
    Ensure effective and timely monitoring, documenting and reporting on all project activities as per the policies and practices of the consortium lead, Mercy Corps, USAID and the government;
    Provide timely updates to supervisor on progress and issues, identifying risks and proposing solutions for action and early resolution;
    Attend all quarterly project meetings in Nairobi as well as facilitate planning meetings and workshops with government, NGOs, private sector and community partners to revise plans and promote partner acceptance/buy-in;
    Regularly visit field sites to assess progress of activities and provide formal and informal feedback;
    Coordinate with procurement, logistics, security, administration and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities.

    Team Management

    Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance and achieve objectives;
    Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one on ones and performance reviews;
    Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence;
    Work closely with the HR department to recruit, orient and lead team members as necessary.

    Influence & Representation

    Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party and country leadership;
    Coordinate activities with consortium partners, sub grantees, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.

    Security

    Work closely with the county team’s security focal points to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members.  Coordinate closely with our partner, ACDI/VOCA on security issues at the county level;
    Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.

    Other

    Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission;
    Other duties as assigned.

    Organizational Learning  
    As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.
    Accountability to Beneficiaries
    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
    Supervisory Responsibility: 3 project team members
    ACCOUNTABILITY
    REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Deputy Chief of Party
    WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Regional Program Manager (partner), Chief of Party, finance and operations teams, HQ Regional Program Team, HQ Technical Support Unit, and Partner Organizations.
    Knowledge and Experience:

    Masters Degree or equivalent in development studies, business, planning, social sciences or other relevant field is preferred;
    A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in multi-sectoral programs, managing teams, strategic planning and implementing programs;
    Strong managerial skills, including effective personnel management, adaptive management, coordination and decision-making;
    Strong facilitation and consensus-building skills;
    Competent in building networks, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to influence with effective listening, persuasion, negotiation and other techniques;
    Strong understanding of USAID compliance issues;
    Internationally recognized qualification in project or program management or a commitment to obtain the qualification in the early months of work;
    Excellent and persuasive oral and written communication skills, including report writing, in English and other language(s), as required;
    Spoken fluency is Swahili is required and primary local dialects in the respective County is strongly preferred;
    Previous working experience in northern Kenya is desirable;
    Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members;
    Ability to work comfortably in a sometimes tense and changing security environment is required.

    Success Factors

    The successful County Project Coordinator will have a strong understanding of project approaches and represent the project professionally at all times. S/he will combine exceptional management skills and capacity to manage relationships with different stakeholders. A heavy emphasis will be placed on coordination with other actors implementing in the areas of intervention. S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level.
    Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision are essential. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority.  S/he will be committed to working closely and collaboratively with the County Government structures and our lead partner, ACDI/VOCA.

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  • Project Officer – Blended Learning (Refugees & Host Community) – Dca Kenya Office

    Project Officer – Blended Learning (Refugees & Host Community) – Dca Kenya Office

    Job Description

    DanChurchAid (DCA) Kenya Office is seeking to recruit an experienced and energetic Kenyan national for following position:
    Project Officer (PO) – Blended Learning (Refugees & Host Community) – DCA Kenya Office.
    The PO is to serve for an initial period of six months (renewable – depending on performance and funding) starting as soon as possible. The position is mainly field based (Turkana County – Kakuma/Lodwar) with occasional consultation meetings in the DCA Nairobi Office. The PO will report to the DCA Head of Program (HoP) – Kenya with the DCA Country Director having the overall responsibility.
    The PO will have a technical support responsibility over the DCA pilot project on blended learning targeting refugee and host community youth in Turkana County Kenya. The PO will work in close consultations with the DCA Program Officers based in the field. The PO is also expected to have a proactive accompanying role with DCA partners that are involved in the blended learning pilot as well as facilitate institutionalized communication between stakeholders in promotion of youth empowerment through learning. 
    DCA in Kenya is working with international and national partners to assist the poorest of the poor with a focus on humanitarian assistance, protection, resilience building & working for peace and conflict mitigation. In our humanitarian work, we focus on refugees/IDPs/host community assistance that includes disaster risk reduction and self-protection mechanisms. In Kenya, the operational area is Turkana County with a focus on the refugees and the Turkana host community where interventions are within a frame work of enhancing self-reliance and resilience bulding. DCA development and humanitarian projects are part of a long-term program, where gender/rights based approach is a cross cutting priority and community managed/based/driven activities and capacity building of partners and LGAs are some of the key components.  
    For more information on DCA please visit: www.danchurchaid.org.
      The main responsibilities of the PO are:

    Facilitate and support the DCA project & partner staff in the implementation of the blended learning pilot project through field based technical support / backstopping, training/capacity building and accompaniment. 
    In close consultations with HoP & Learning Lab, take the lead at the field level in digital production and development of appropriate blended learning content, rolling out adult learner centered delivery methodology with a focus on the use of smart phones as a learning platform.
    Manage and facilitate DCA initiated and managed innovation & partnership building initiatives relevant to the pilot project at the field level in close consultations with the HoP. These will include private sector & universities partnerships and related business innovation incubation and prototyping.
    Manage all the DCA self-implemented aspects of the pilot project at the field level. This entails having a teaching and facilitative role, development of detailed implementation plans as well as monitoring and evaluation of the project in close consultations with the HoP.
    Network with other field operational I/NGOs, UN Agencies and LGAs and explore/advise on possible areas of collaboration/partnerships to enhance project/program synergy.
    Initiate mobile phone-based baseline, monitoring and evaluation data collection and other assessments and generate relevant reports.
    Facilitate/support collaboration and cross learning among DCA & partners staff through information sharing, exposure visits including active partner engagement on blended learning initiatives during DCA platforms/forums.
    Facilitate logistical arrangements for DCA staff, consultant field visits and donor visits to the pilot project in close consultations with the HoP. 
    Produce bi-monthly progress reports to DCA.
    Any other responsibilities relevant to the blended learning project as determined and assigned by the HoP.

    Professional Qualifications:

    University level education in any of the following fields: Business studies, business education, information technology or equivalent.
    Qualification in community development work and/or at least 3 years experience in social entrepreneurship & blended learning work (preferably working with refugees and host communities) – working knowledge of Turkana County is an added advantage.
    Proven technical skills and hands on experience in digital production of learning content, teaching/facilitating adult learners and life skills development for the youth.
    Proven project cycle management and monitoring & evaluation skills.
    Knowledge of the rights-based approach & the international standards for working with humanitarian response such as SPHERE, Code of Conduct & Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) is an added advantage.
    Good interpersonal skills and a proven team player. Self-driven and results orientated in challenging rural working environments.
    Proven experience in training at field/community level and excellent reporting skills. Excellence in English and Kiswahili, oral and written.

  • Project Manager – CPiE Development Programme

    Project Manager – CPiE Development Programme

    Role Purpose:
    The East and Southern Africa Regional Project Manager – Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme will work to protect children in armed conflict through the adaptation, rollout & delivery of the East and Southern Africa Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme (ESA CPiE PDP).
    Building on the successful capacity building model developed by Save the Children and now established in the Asia Pacific region, the ESA CPiE PDP will raise national & regional CPiE response capacity. Using the results of a regional CPiE Capacity Gap Analysis and the CPiE Mapping & Market Analysis data, a comprehensive CPiE capacity building initiative will be designed to meet the priority needs of organisations and individuals responding on the ground.
    Key activities will include working with other SCI stakeholders to identify an appropriate sustainable business model for the programme in the region, adapting existing content to the ESA context, recruiting a regional facilitation team, the design & rollout of a six-month blended learning programme with explicit linkages to the global CPiE PDP capacity building portfolio as well as any relevant regional initiatives.
    The ESA CPiE PDP constitutes a strategic investment in building the capacity necessary to deliver on Save the Children’s Protecting Children in Conflict Centenary Commitment in the Middle East Region.
    Contract Duration: Fixed Term
    Location: Nairobi with travel to East and Southern Africa countries
    Qualifications

    Working background in the field of protection, education, international law or humanitarian aid;
    Graduate Degree in Social Sciences, Human rights Law, Development Studies, Gender Studies or similar (undergraduate degree may be considered in conjunction with equivalent field experience;
    Demonstrated extensive experience in strategy and programme development Experience & Skills

    Essential

    Excellent project management experience with proven experience of managing complex cross-organisational projects with multiple stakeholders.
    Budgeting, financial management skills gained through demonstrated budget-holding responsibilities.
    Experience in working remotely and in building strong collaborative relationships.
    Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining productive working partnerships.
    A good understanding of adult learning and work place learning methodology.
    Proven experience in the management & evaluation of learning and development programmes.
    Excellent writing, communications and networking skills in English and Arabic.
    Office and Excel computer skills.

    Desirable

    Experience of working in humanitarian settings, in particular working with child protection in emergencies.
    Academic degree or equivalent experience in relevant area, for example, social work, adult learning or global/humanitarian studies.
    Experience in using the Minimum Standards for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action as well as other standards.
    Experience of working on an accredited learning programme or working with a university or professional standards organization.
    Coaching/mentoring skills.
    Experience of Distance Learning technology and methodology. Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document.

    We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy
    Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.
    Disclaimer: Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agentsN/B: CANDIDATES WHO HAD APPLIED BEFORE NEED NOT TO REAPPLY

  • Program Manager – BecA-ILRI Hub

    Program Manager – BecA-ILRI Hub

    Job description
    The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Program Managers to provide leadership in the management of BecA-ILRI Hub and ensure that the goals and objectives of the program are met. S/he will work closely with the director for BecA-ILRI Hub in managing the program.ILRI manages the BecA-ILRI Hub, a shared research and biosciences platform. BecA-ILRI Hub is an initiative developed within the framework of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD)/African Union African Biosciences Initiative. It consists of a Hub based on the ILRI campus in Nairobi, Kenya and a network of regional nodes and other affiliated laboratories and organizations throughout the region. The BecA-ILRI Hub is a modern, state of the art biosciences facility, a suite of shared platforms established for research, capacity building and research related services in support of African and international agricultural scientists. The BecA-ILRI Hub facilities are world class, with a range of advanced molecular biology, immunology, diagnostics, genomics laboratories and bioinformatics platform all equipped with an up-to-date suite of specialized bioscience equipment (e.g. Illumina MiSeq sequencer, ultra high performance liquid chromatography with mass spectrometer (UHPLC-MS), atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS) and specialized facilities (e.g. Biosafety level 3 laboratory, plant growth facilities). The Hub hosts and conducts research in crop, microbe and livestock areas where new developments in science offer promise to address previously intractable problems constraining Africa’s development. Capacity building is a major goal of all activities. The scope covers agriculture and food security and their intersections with human health and nutrition, and the sustainable use of Africa’s natural resources. http://hub.africabiosciences.org/Key Responsibilities

    Program Management
    Work with the Program Leader to develop and implement the program level strategy and continually review as requiredSupport development of a multi-year operational plan and monitor its implementationMonitor and collate program outputs and outcomesDevelop multi-year program budgets, including ensuring consistency across programsEffectively manage the program budget, ensuring proper allocation of expenditure, monitoring expenditures and highlighting any variances, and providing suggestions for corrective action to Project Leaders and Project Managers, including working Finance for resolutionLead the program management and administrative team (which could include Assistant Program Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Program Accountants, Communications Staff, Administrative Assistants, Office Assistants) and build their capacity on ILRI Program Management Framework to enhance their performanceWork closely with the Program Leader and the People and Organizational Development Directorate to determine the staffing needs for the program and other HR mattersReview requests for recruiting staff and consultants prior to approval and follow up with P&OD for executionLiaise with the Finance Unit on budget and financial mattersEnsure the implementation of the institute’s Program Management Framework across the program and contribute to its continued development
    Proposal Development
    Coordinate and participate in the development of concept notes and/or proposal components including completing the relevant documentation on risk assessment, project budget and project work plan, drafting agreementsSupport the Program Leader/Project Leader to undertake due diligence activities related to suitability and capability of Program partners/subcontracted such as identifying the resource skills of ILRI team, checking past experience with the partner, compliance with ILRI and donor guidelines, ensuring the strategy and plans align with PMFManage the program opportunity pipeline to ensure timely delivery, compliance and adherence to the Program Management Framework process
    Project Planning
    Assess and plan future procurement needs and work with Supply Chain to create a detailed procurement planLiaise with the legal unit to draft partner and donor agreements and incorporate the necessary changesWork with the project leader/project manager in the development of an exit strategy/sustainability plan for all projectsWork closely with the project leaders/project managers to define research compliance requirements, undertake risk assessment and contribute to the development of mitigation strategiesLead the development of project work plans by assessing alignment, establishing timelines and obtaining the necessary approvalsWork with the Communication Knowledge Management team to develop the communication plan, monitor and guide the communications outputs from the program to ensure their relevance and appropriateness
    Project Execution
    Maintain effective working relationships with partners, beneficiaries, and stakeholders and facilitate effective flow of information between all partners, team members and relevant stakeholders in program activitiesWork closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists to ensure program level monitoring, data analysis and reporting to support effective program managementOversee Program reporting, identify any concern areas and recommend solutionsEnsure that CGIAR and ILRI policies relating to IP, Open Access, P&OD and others are being followed at the Program level
    Project Closing
    Oversee the closure activities for the projects which includes the disposal of physical assets, research materials and staff separation/ reassignment, archiving of documentation, impact assessment in line with the PMF processWork with the Project Leader and Communications Staff to ensure knowledge dissemination and capacity development to all relevant stakeholders by mobilizing participation from as many project stakeholders as possible, including project team members, partners, donors, and other key stakeholders
    Project Management
    The Program manager will be expected to act as the Project Manager (as need arises) for a number of projects, depending on the size and complexity of the program

    Requirements

    Masters/ Advanced Degree in Business Management, Business Administration or related field
    Program Management Certification
    At least 7 years’ program management experience with 3 years’ at managerial level
    Excellent managerial and multitasking skills,
    The ability to plan effectively and manage risks
    Stakeholder engagement skills,
    Effective negotiation skills
    Problem solving skills
    Proven experience in coordinating global projects with numerous partners
    Experience in development and implementation of projects
    Advanced technical reporting skills
    Excellent people management skills in a multicultural setting

    Terms of Appointment
    This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position; based at Nairobi, Kenya and open to Kenyan nationals only. The position is on a 3-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
    Job Level
    This position is job level 4A, ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; pension, medical and other insurances for ILRI’s Nationally Recruited Staff.

  • Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

    Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

    Anticipated Start Date: Immediately
    Duration: One Year with possibility of extension based on performance
    In order to fulfill its mandate, PACIDA is looking for professionally confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team player to fill the position of Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to be based in Marsabit.
    We seek an innovative M&E officer with a deep understanding of monitoring and evaluation and CLA to join our team. S/he will develop and refine PACIDA project-based MEL Plans, lead development and implementation of effective monitoring and evaluation processes, and establish a data quality management strategy.
    S/he will provide support to PACIDA’s rigorous field-based monitoring and evaluation activities including digital data collection and analysis for baselines and endlines in addition to the design and implementation of additional studies in close collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer.
    The M&E Officer is expected to support the monitoring and evaluation Manager in seeking out innovations and best practice methodologies that will strengthen the quality, design, and metrics and of PACIDA M&E activities that will provide inputs for program learning and improvements, contribute to the global evidence base for graduation, inform future project design, and underpin quality donor reporting.
    The ideal candidate is a data-driven, analytical, detail-oriented individual with experience in M&E, conducting field assessments and household surveys. He or she is both hands-on and able to do project design, planning, project management, and analysis.
    Job Description
    Based in Marsabit and reporting to the Monitoring & Evaluation Manager, the incumbent’s duties and responsibilities will include:
    Monitoring and Evaluation

    Support the development of a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plan across the organization and ensure delivery against the plan in PACIDA’s programmatic areas.
    Develop a comprehensive reporting framework targeted at different internal and external audiences and develop regular reports to guide management decision-making.
    Develop and implement Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning plans for all projects
    Conduct data collection activities, including coordination of enumerator training, as well as the design and implementation of quantitative and qualitative surveys, impact assessments and longevity studies.
    Spearhead the development of the capacity of staff to understand and reflect on data and the use of monitoring and evaluation tools to support learning and adaptive management.
    Build evidence of impact of PACIDA’s graduation model through collaborating with research bodies to carry out successful targeted research and analysis towards PACIDA’s influence and government adoption goals.
    Provide support in reporting on periodic evaluations both internally and with external consultants of PACIDA’s innovations and interventions and their contribution to increasing impact per dollar, and achieving Kenya government’s strategies and plans
    Writing up of monitoring and evaluation reports
    Promote a culture of data demand and use within PACIDA
    Support documentation and dissemination of generated research, analysis and learning internally and externally.
    Support implementation of quality management systems and track quality metrics.
    Generate data reports, and recommend ways to improve data quality to ensure accuracy and quality service delivery.
    Support the review and development of strategies, tools and processes for ongoing data quality assurance (DQA) processes.
    Continual assessment of quality of program delivery and data by managing ongoing field surveys, and analysis of collected data.
    Organize and support quarterly reflection and training meetings to ensure continuous learning and improvement of PACIDA’s data collection tools and methodologies.
    Lead and strengthen quality control of our data to assure the integrity of data for analysis, tracking, and validation.

    Key Performance Metrics include:

    MEL Plans developed and implemented for all PACIDA projects
    Monthly monitoring and survey data generated through Performance Insights are accurate, reliable, complete, timely and valid
    Periodic and ad hoc surveys and studies are high quality and delivered on time.
    Any other duties that may be assigned by the M & E Manager.

    Required Profile:

    A degree in disaster management, community development and project management, development studies or social science from a recognized institution. Masters degree in a related field is an added advantage.
    At least four years’ experience in national/ international NGO, two of which must be in a management position.
    At least four years of involvement in the community work; mobilizing, counselling and monitoring and evaluation with strong NGO background.
    Possess skills in Project monitoring and evaluation (M&E), Reporting, Business strategy, Quality management, Data collection, Data analysis
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Ability to offer strategic advice on programming
    Experience in cross-border programming desirable
    Flexible and ability to work under pressure in emergency situations.
    Strong commitment to the organization’s mission, vision and strategies
    Ability to manage time, multitask and prioritize
    Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.
    English & Kiswahili fluency are minimum requirements.

  • Senior Program Coordinator, Security Actors Programme

    Senior Program Coordinator, Security Actors Programme

    Job Details
    We look at long-term stability and progress through a trauma lens. GSN designs training and intervention programs that recognises the existence of trauma and its effect in communities affected by long-term conflict. We incorporate strategic communication and support a learning agenda. We communicate in a culturally appropriate way and our programs have an inbuilt, evidence based research component.
    GSN acknowledges that leaders in Africa and beyond are exposed to stressful and traumatic events either in their own lives or in the lives of the people they serve. We believe that a healthy and balanced leader can facilitate and animate communities and its people to be resilient in times of hardship and conflict, war or turmoil. It is in this spirit that we want to embark on a trauma-informed training program for the Kenya Police Service.
    The Trauma-Informed Initiative for Security Actors project focuses on “dealing with the past” by providing police tools for re-examination of traumatic events and methods to enhance mental wellbeing and resiliency. Research suggests a link between traumatic experiences and criminal behaviour. Traumatized individuals’ negative encounters with the justice system could further exacerbate this phenomenon. Police officers need to be equipped through a self-healing process and be able to recognize the effects of trauma in the communities they serve. We believe that our program will begin to prepare the police officers for these difficult tasks.
    Police officers are exposed to traumatic events as part of their occupation and who experience repeated exposure to traumatic on-the-job practices may suffer psychological problems such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). They are also exposed to stress inherent in their jobs which is considered customary, but which exceeds stress inherent in most other professions. Police respond to every suicide and fatal car accident and arguably exposed to more death and trauma than troops of war. The effects of trauma are often ignored, resulting in high levels of suicide, divorce, and addictions. Often under appreciated, these men and women help make our communities safer every day. Unfortunately working under constant stress and pressure, many police officers suffer from the effects of trauma and some become affected with PTSD. There is very little support given to police officers.

    Objective 1: Support Trauma-Informed Resiliency (TIR) trainers to carry out TIR training activities with security actors; introduce the program to project stakeholders, in line with program targets and milestones
    Key activities & responsibilities to achieve this objective:

    Understand project targets and milestones for the program
    Organize and supervise program trainings for targeted security actors and other stakeholders
    Support the processing of the Leahy vetting documents as required by donor funding
    Understand project targets for the TIR trainers
    Convey targets in easy to understand format to the TIR trainers
    Regularly visit, coach, spot check and give feedback to each trainer regarding their training carried out and progress against targets
    Serve as Line Manager for Project Officer(s) / Project Assistant, Interns, as appropriate
    Facilitate field team performance reviews – directly conducting 360 performance reviews for Program Officer(s), Project Assistant(s) and Interns
    Participate in recruitment panel for Project Team
    Facilitate strong staff and volunteer morale, support for self-care and positive working environment in area of operation

    Objective 2: Support in the development of TIR specific training materials for security actors and the TIR certification curriculum
    Key activities & responsibilities to achieve this objective:

    Organize and supervise TIR adaptation process and the TIR certification development process for targeted security actors and other stakeholders
    Track and report on the implementation of Kumekucha models by CCs, the success of CFs, and any challenges or barriers that may arise that limit or prevent their success
    Act as a linkage and “hub” between GSN and the TIR certified trainers – as a trustworthy contact person who can manage the development and expansion of successful institutional partnerships
    Maintain active relationship with national, county and local government officials, as required

    Objective 3: Tracking and reporting on Kumekucha activities and results/impact
    Key activities & responsibilities to achieve this objective:

    Understand and train TIR trainers on the use of the ONA reporting forms and procedures
    Maintain own tracking records using the tools in the Senior Coordinator Management Binder

    schedule of own activities (monthly workplan)
    schedule of field visits
    checklist for field visits
    monthly checklist
    up to date TIR trainer contact list

    Submit monthly reports on security actor activities (summarized) to the Director of Program and Admin on time, following up on any gaps
    Respond to requests and instruction from Director of Program and Admin, and GSN office staff or management, for provision of reports, data or other information or records of network activities
    Maintain records of trainings of and any other activities undertaken for the project
    Support new project development
    Cooperate with and actively engage with M/E and other relevant GSN staff to get up to date performance feedback from their spot-checking activities

    Internal & External relationships
    Internal

    Director of Admin and Programs
    Project Officer(s)
    Project Assistant(s)
    Intern(s)
    Learning Monitoring Manager and Officer(s)
    GSN Management

    External

    TIR Trainers
    Officials from the Office of the President
    Official from the Kenyan Police Service
    Officials from the Local Administration
    Officials from the County Government

    REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES (which reports/documentation does this rôle produce)

    Summary of TIR training debriefing reports
    Monthly reports summarizing all security actors activities
    Any other activity reports ad hoc as required, including photographs, training report overviews and program updates

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS
    QUALIFICATIONS

    Post-secondary education in development studies, international relations, Psychology, Social Work, Conflict
    Transformation/Peacestudies, or related field.
    3-5 years work experience in security sector programming, peacebuilding, and/or trauma-healing.
    2-4 years management experience in complex security environment.
    Demonstrated experience working with state authorities, negotiation and mediation.
    Demonstrated ability to work and solve problems independently and effectively in remote, highly challenging locations.
    Demonstrated ability to analyze conflict, security and political contexts.
    Excellent spoken and written English and Kiswahili

    SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
    ESSENTIAL

    Understanding of social healing and trauma-informed approaches at the an institutional level
    Excellent people and communication skills
    Respect for people and a sincere desire to help them in a healing process
    Organized, able to track own activities and those of others
    Honest, hard working and dedicated
    Interested in supporting staff self-care and wellness
    Experience in teaching and/or training

    PREFERRED
    Technical peacebuilding and/or trauma-informed skills (various areas may be relevant and useful)