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  • Chief of Party, Somalia Evaluation Learning and Monitoring Initiative Project, Kenya

    Chief of Party, Somalia Evaluation Learning and Monitoring Initiative Project, Kenya

    Responsibilities:

    Serve as the main point of contact between USAID and the Contractor and reporting to both.
    Ensure effective and efficient performance for all aspects of this contract and oversee all quality control and reporting.
    Interact professionally with senior Mission, Embassy, and government officials.
    Lead the development of technical contract deliverables including the annual work plan.
    Support the operational and financial management of the project office based in Nairobi. 

    Qualifications:

     A bachelor’s degree in the field of management, international development or a related technical field.
    At least 10 years of experience in international development, including experience managing multi-million-dollar development projects.
    Prior experience in a high threat environment; Somalia preferred.
    At least three years of experience as COP, or three years of experience of more senior roles such as, Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP),  Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Manger or similar leadership roles within a larger organization, demonstrating professional interaction with senior U.S. and foreign government officials.
    Prior experience in supervising long-term project staff and short-term experts of diverse backgrounds.
    Excellent English writing, speaking, and presentation skills.·
    Willingness and ability to travel throughout Somalia as necessary.

    Please Note: Kenyan and Somali nationals are preferred.

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    phg.tbe.taleo.net

  • UNEP-GEF-8 BD-LD Expert Project Management and Report Writing Finance and Budget Assistant, G5

    UNEP-GEF-8 BD-LD Expert Project Management and Report Writing Finance and Budget Assistant, G5

    Specific tasks and responsibilities

    For Three GEF-8 Projects, And In Consultation With UNEP, The Lead GEF Consultant, The Lead National Ministry And Key Stakeholders Should Undertake The Following Tasks

    Design, together with the lead GEF consultant, the project pilots to ensure they are nature-positive and have concrete GEBs in accordance with GEF indicators and project concept hectare targets. This includes:

    Stage A

    Identifying the pilot baseline, key stakeholders, location, etc;
    Preparing a maximum one-page summary on the pilot proposal;
    Revising the output text as required;
    Identifying deliverables;
    Estimating the GEBs in hectares and CO2e from land;
    Identifying the required execution arrangements for the pilot;
    Estimating the required budget;
    Identifying 1-3 risks to pilot execution;

    Stage B

    Drafting 2-3 paragraphs for each relevant output narrative;
    Providing detailed deliverable descriptions (i.e. one paragraph per deliverable);
    Identifying the required budget and procurement of goods and services;
    Advising on the relevance of potential pilot co-financing;
    Writing short (half to one-page) terms of reference for the required procurement (a template will be provided);
    Ensuring that the outputs and deliverables are validated by UNEP, the GEF Consultant, the national ministry, and other key national stakeholders.
    Provide inputs to ensure all project outputs are nature-positive and, where relevant and possible, have BD/LD GEBs. This includes:

    Stage A

    Identifying relevant elements of the project baseline (including national and international requirements and efforts on nature-positivity)
    Providing input to the problem tree;
    Providing, for the project’s upstream component(s)
    Input to outputs to ensure they are nature-positive
    Suggestions for deliverables to ensure they are nature-positive
    Input to the development of component core and outcome indicators, including identification, where possible, of GEBs in hectares and CO2e from land.
    Input on key stakeholders, including for participation in project execution and its steering committee
    Input on risks to execution

    Stage B

    Providing, for the project’s downstream component(s), excluding the project pilots (which are covered in a) above):
    A review of outputs, deliverables and indicators with suggestions on how to ensure their nature-positivity and ensure they are not nature-negative.
    Participate virtually in relevant stakeholder consultations, include one virtual validation workshop per project.
    Provide responses and revisions to the design as required to respond to UNEP, GEF Consultant, Government and GEF reviews.

    Qualifications/special Skills

    Advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: environmental studies, environment, economics, development, engineering or a related discipline is required;
    A first level degree with additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree;
    Minimum of five (5) years of experience in developing projects related to biodiversity or land degradation is required;
    Experience in working with national governments of Latin America and the Caribbean is required
    Experience working with GEF, GCF, or UNEP projects is desirable;
    Experience in working with or for multilateral or bilateral funding entities in the field of climate change, environment or development is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this consultancy, fluency in oral and written English is required.

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  • Desk Officer

    Desk Officer

    Programme Support

    Assist the assigned countries in the design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of country programmes, applying current thinking and best practice and involving Strategy, Advocacy & Learning (SAL) as appropriate in this process.
    Appraise and feedback on all project-related documents within the GMS – i.e. concept notes, proposals and reports, both narrative and financial, assessments, evaluations, reviews, etc.
    Monitor progress and provide inputs towards the development of quality proposals and reports.
    Contribute towards staff training and organizational learning in assigned countries through participation at and facilitation of country level workshops, as required. Train any new country management team members on GMS and support IPD GMS training.
    Support and participate in the development and review of country-specific Strategic Plans.
    Follow up on queries to and from the field with relevant departments – i.e. finance, purchasing/logistics, HR and IT.

    Funding

    Contribute to the improvement of the Concern’s Global organisational co-funding portfolio, and to coordinate country funding strategies, including participating in relevant seminars/meetings and liaising with all Concern fundraising offices.
    Ensure all new funding applications are reviewed and properly saved on GMS and add any donor feedback onto GMS
    Finalise donors’ proposals and reports, both financial and narrative, to the highest standards and donors requirements.
    Advise and direct country management in the development of funding strategies for assigned countries.
    Source funding for individual project proposals. Work with Funding Specialists in IFSU when additional support for funding applications is needed.
    Represent Concern to funders as required and to deal with their proposal and report related inquiries.
    Be familiar with & brief colleagues as needed in relation to donor strategy, donor guidelines, formats and processes.
    Update as the GMS, grant records and reporting schedules as required.

    Finance

    Assist in the financial management of assigned countries.
    Ensure the accuracy of country budgets, budget revisions and financial reporting packs and ensure they meet the needs, resources, and activities of assigned countries.
    Assist in managing the financial information provided by the field and other sources.
    Work with the Country Finance Controller (CFC) or Country Finance Manager (CFM) to ensure financial details in the GMS are accurate and up to date
    Work closely with the global compliance team to ensure adherence to policies & procedures

    HR

    Take the lead on recruitment of staff for assigned countries, including shortlisting, review of video interviews and participating in interviews in collaboration with the HR department
    Ensure pre-departure security briefing and assist the HR department with pre-departure and induction processes.
    In conjunction with the recruitment team agree on the selection of personnel for overseas positions.
    Liaise with the HR department to ensure best practice in all health and safety matters.

    Organizational Learning

    Actively participate in cross organisation working groups that develop policy and promote organisational learning, both internal and external to the organisation, utilising past experience as appropriate.

    Others

    Brief management and other staff as required on current programmes and political, economic and social analysis of assigned countries.
    Run reports with relevant country information in the GMS for use in decision making by RDs
    Support advocacy, communications and development education activities by liaising with relevant departments.
    Ensure all international staff deployments and consultants vising fields are briefed and aware on Security protocol & procedures and Concern’s code of conduct. The role also involves engagement in tracking the Security Incident Reports (SIRT) for each country programme.

    Skills you will bring:

    A minimum of three years’ experience in an NGO or similar organization based overseas in a humanitarian or development context
    Educated to a degree level, ideally in a development or humanitarian-related field
    Excellent understanding of development and humanitarian issues
    Strong written and spoken French
    Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
    Good financial ability and understanding
    Experience and knowledge of donor requirements

    Desirable:

    Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage

    Apply via :

    cern.net

  • Regional Humanitarian Access and Networking Advisor Supply Chain IS Project Manager Security Management Advisor

    Regional Humanitarian Access and Networking Advisor Supply Chain IS Project Manager Security Management Advisor

    RESPONSIBILITIES
    Context analysis

    Carry out on-going in-depth analysis of the region, monitoring the political, economic and military dynamics, in synergy and in coordination with Operations department (Epool, Cells and missions involved)
    Together with the operations, ensure a regular actor mapping is carried out of all political, military, and civil society actors that have relevance to our area of operations
    Monitor and analyze regional developments and links between countries in the region to help operations understand the impact of political developments across the region on our operations
    Provide regular updates on political developments according to priority contexts/groups set by operations and analysis department, especially when it comes to positions/threats/opportunities regarding aid actors

    Networking

    Support the Head of Missions and Operations Coordinator on networking and humanitarian negotiations
    Support the operations in the development of a country level networking strategy that is coherent across the region.
    Identify ways to support operations in its engagement with governments and civil society (based on identified gaps) at regional level
    Liaise with the MSF East Africa Office, the Humanitarian Representatives and other MSF missions in the region on access and networking issues
    Network with external specialists in coordination with operations and analysis department colleagues

     Support and coaching

    Develop a strategy to support and coach senior field based national staff positions that are involved in context analysis and networking (including through the exchange of best-practices, training opportunities, regular meetings etc. at regional level)
    Facilitate and support Humanitarian Negotiations trainings in the region
    Organize periodic workshops for MSF networkers in the region to provide updated context analysis and networking strategies

    Operational support

    Participate in explos to identify potential new operations (emergency or regular projects)
    Short-term gap-filling to support operations in the region (maximum 2 months)

    REQUIREMENTS
    Education & Experience:

    A degree in a relevant field (medical qualification, political science, sociology or other relevant field)
    At least ten years of operational experience in humanitarian contexts
    Senior level field experience (Coordination roles) with MSF
    Experience of working in insecure environments, and emergency response operations
    Experience in humanitarian negotiations
    Proven track record in context analysis, negotiation and networking

    Competencies:  

    Excellent knowledge of the East Africa Region
    Proven ability to take initiatives and to work independently.
    Capacity to develop and implement a strategic vision
    Strong networking skills
    Strong analytical skills
    Ability to represent MSF toward multiple counterparts
    Very good written and oral communication skills
    Team player

    Languages:

    Fluent in written and spoken English
    Fluency in at least one of the main languages spoken in the region (Arabic, Kiswahili, Amharic, Somali, Tigrinya, or other)

    CONDITIONS

    Expected starting date: October 2023
    Location: Nairobi (Kenya)
    Regular travel to visit field locations (3 x per year) and short periods based in the field (up to two months)
    Contract type: Fixed term contract – Full time
    Contract duration: 2 years (extendable)
    Salary according to MSF field salary grid
    The contractual terms, conditions and salary will be established according to the official residence of the selected candidate and in compliance with the standard MSF function and salary grids 
    Family position possible according to the hosting MSF entity policies and conditions
    Adhere to the MSF principles and to our managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Integrity, Accountability, Trust and Empowerment
    Adhere to the MSF Behavioral Commitments

    Deadline for applications: 25 August 2023

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  • Humanitarian Affairs Officer/ Access/ Civil Military Coordination, P3

    Humanitarian Affairs Officer/ Access/ Civil Military Coordination, P3

    Responsibilities

    Within delegated authority, the Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Access/Civil-Military Coordination will be responsible for the following duties:

    Humanitarian Affairs:

    Monitors, analyzes and reports on humanitarian developments, disaster relief/management or emergency situations in the region, particularly related to access and Civil-Military coordination.
    Organizes and prepares, if requested, papers on humanitarian, emergency relief and related issues, Organizes follow-up work, including interagency meetings to support policy development work and decision-making on important issues, particularly related to access and Civil-Military coordination.
    Drafts and prepares regular situation papers/reports highlighting relevant operational factors affecting the humanitarian situation and response efforts, particularly related to access and Civil-Military coordination.
    Prepares or contributes to the preparation of various written reports, documents and communications, e.g. drafts sections of studies, background papers, policy guidelines, briefings, case studies, presentations, correspondence, etc., highlighting relevant policy and operational factors affecting access, Civil-Military coordination, the humanitarian situation and response efforts.
    Assists in the preparation, implementation and monitoring of humanitarian appeals for countries in the region, including Humanitarian Needs Overviews (HNO) and Humanitarian Response Plans (HRP).
    Ensures appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms; provides information and advice on a range of related issues, particularly related to access and Civil-Military coordination, at regional and country level.
    Reviews and provides advice on policy issues related to humanitarian access, safeguarding humanitarian principles and ensuring the effective delivery of humanitarian assistance, at regional and country level.
    Partners with other humanitarian agencies to plan and evaluate humanitarian and emergency assistance programmes and help ensure that latest findings, lessons learned, policy guidelines, etc. are incorporated into these activities, including gender-related considerations, particularly related to access and Civil-Military coordination.
    Provides substantial support to sector / cluster working groups and facilitates exchange on cross-cutting issues, including gender, protection, accountability to affected people and prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse.
    Establishes and maintains contacts with relevant authorities, other UN agencies, non-governmental organizations, diplomatic missions, etc. in support of humanitarian access and Civil-Military coordination at regional and country level.
    Supports advocacy initiatives on issues impacting humanitarian needs and response efforts through the collection of information, liaison with humanitarian partners, government officials, the media, etc. in support of humanitarian access and Civil-Military coordination.
    Undertakes and provides support to technical assistance and other field missions, e.g. leads inter-agency coordinated needs assessment missions and participates in field trips to review the humanitarian situation, response and coordination, etc. especially in support of humanitarian access and Civil-Military coordination.
    Organizes and participates in working groups, humanitarian coordination, preparation of relevant agendas, background documentation and minutes meetings, conferences, consultations with other agencies and partners on humanitarian and emergency relief-related matters, especially in support of humanitarian access and Civil-Military coordination.
    Deploys on humanitarian surge and support missions in Southern and Eastern Africa as requested, including to facilitate: humanitarian access negotiations; Civil-Military Coordination, humanitarian operational coordination (e.g. chairing inter-cluster meetings); humanitarian financing proposals (e.g. CERF applications); implementation of preparedness actions (e.g. contingency plans); development of humanitarian needs overviews and appeals; and humanitarian needs assessments.

    Humanitarian Access:

    Supports in developing and implementing access strategies for contexts in the region, including actor mapping, context analysis and analysis of access dynamics in the region.
    Supports negotiations with relevant stakeholders to establish/maintain humanitarian access (both cross-line and cross-border) and resolve any arising constraints, while working to promote a principled, coordinated approach to access and share best practice with partners to ensure effective humanitarian access strategies across the region and in priority countries.
    Supports the maintenance of up-to-date access and conflict data, including access tracking, reporting and analysis, providing timely analysis and updates to various regional and in country coordination forums and key stakeholders.

    Humanitarian Civil-Military Coordination:

    Establishes the necessary links with military officers in relevant military forces, and personnel in UN agencies and NGOs, to undertake Civil-Military coordination in the region and in priority countries, including with training institutes in the region.
    Serves as focal point for policy related to civil-military coordination in close consultation with the Head of EPR.
    Leads, if applicable, the development of country-specific guidelines on civil-military relations, based on the current “Guidelines on the Use of Military and Civil Defence Assets in Disaster Relief” and “Guidelines on the Use of Military and Civil Defence Assets to Support UN Humanitarian Activities in Complex Emergencies”, as well as the “IASC Reference Paper
    on Civil-Military Relationship in Complex Emergencies”, the IASC Discussion Paper and
    Non-Binding Guidelines on the “Use of Military or Armed Escorts for Humanitarian Convoys”, applicable Security Council resolutions and other relevant instruments.
    Ensures that the country-specific guidelines, and the generic guidelines mentioned above are properly disseminated and understood by both the humanitarian actors and the military forces present, as well as by local actors, as appropriate. Promote and ensure adherence to the above Guidelines within the entire humanitarian community and advise on potential consequences if these principles are compromised.
    Organises, with relevant and balanced Humanitarian and Military representation, Workshops on Civil-Military relations, by advocating adherence to applicable guidelines and principles and focusing on positive examples, contribute to a positive working relationship between relevant international military and IASC members.
    Performs other duties as required.

    Competencies

    Professionalism:
    Knowledge of a range of humanitarian assistance, emergency relief and related human rights issues, including approaches and techniques to address difficult problems. Analytical capacity and in particular the ability to analyze and articulate the humanitarian dimension of issues which require a coordinated UN response. Ability to identify issues and judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems. Ability to conduct research, including ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and assess impact on the humanitarian rights situation in assigned country/area. Ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery); ability to provide guidance to new/junior staff. 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.
    Communication:
    Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    Planning& 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.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, international studies, public administration, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field.
    A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, or other related area is required.
    Humanitarian experience in the field (actual setting where a mission and/or project is being implemented) in emergency situations (complex emergency or natural disaster) is desirable.
    Experience within the UN Common System or other international organization is desirable.
    Experience in Southern and/or Eastern Africa is desirable.
    Experience in undertaking humanitarian access negotiations is desirable.
    Experience in civil-military coordination with the UN, or experience in the military forces dealing with major humanitarian operations, is desirable.

    Languages

    French and English are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French and/or Arabic is desirable.

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    careers.un.org

  • Chief of Party

    Chief of Party

    Key Responsibilities:

    Directs implementation of the project’s strategic long-term vision, provides overall leadership, management, and technical direction for the USAID-funded private sector development activity.
    Provides expertise in developing and executing locally led, sustainable business models for increasing sales and exports, in the agricultural sector.
    Apply understanding of development assistance in agricultural services, market systems strengthening, to effectively lead and inform the activity’s technical implementation.
    Build, manage, and maintain effective working relations with public and private stakeholders, local organizations, international organizations, private sector partners, civil society, and U.S. Government agencies.
    Ensure compliance with all USAID rules and regulations, contract requirements, and Chemonics policies and systems.
    Facilitates close collaboration and teamwork, including mentorship and development of staff, with attention paid to professional development opportunities.
    Serves as the primary liaison between USAID, host-country government, stakeholders, implementing partners, and home office on all program related matters.

    Qualifications:

    Master’s Degree (or international equivalent) MSc, MBA, MPA, or equivalent.
    A minimum of 8-10 years of senior-level experience in managing donor funded programs (USAID preferred).
    Significant experience working with diverse stakeholders in agriculture finance, strategy consulting, private equity, venture capital, SME development, investment banking, or related sector, ideally in Africa.
    Experience mobilizing agriculture investments using inclusive market-based approaches to agricultural development including experience leading negotiations and brokering deals.
    Experience in the financial sector required including experience structuring financial instruments (blended finance, debt, equity) to improve access to finance, preferably in the agriculture sector.
    Relevant experience in East Africa required, experience in Kenya strongly preferred.
    Significant management experience demonstrated through team management, supervisory responsibilities, and general leadership experience.
    Broad general and technical knowledge of the agriculture investment sector in Kenya.
    Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.
    Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills required; proficiency in Kiswahili preferred.
    This role is expected to be based in Nairobi, Kenya and it is anticipated that there will be significant in-country travel.

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    app.smartsheet.com

  • Africa Regional Deployment Unit Supervisor

    Africa Regional Deployment Unit Supervisor

    Essential Duties:

    Compliance:

    The Supervisor will:

    Ensure all functions within ARDU strictly adhere to the DOS/BPRM, CWS RSC Africa and UNHCR policies, guidelines and procedures.
    Ensure the development, implementation, dissemination and monitoring of ARDU standard operating procedures (SOPs).
    Conduct job function observations of ARDU staff to ensure compliance is met and identify any areas of improvement or training needs. This will include travel to UNHCR field offices, often on short notice, as needed.
    Travel to deployment locations to monitor deployments, conduct performance evaluations and meet with partners.
    Maintain a thorough working knowledge of the USRAP and refugee situations throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.
    Complete RRF review for UNHCR country and regional offices as needed and ensure compliance and adherence to UNHCR policies and guidelines are met.

    Data Management and Analysis

    The Supervisor will:

    Oversee the finalization of Terms of Reference (TORs) for deployees in coordination with the ARDU Manager or Program Manager.
    Ensure staff are prepared for deployments while ensuring all deployment security and logistical aspects have been addressed and arranged.
    Act as the point person for staff inquiries relating to deployment TORs and logistics.
    Prepare reports for ARDU Management and/or the Program Manager, both quantitative and qualitative, on deployees’ output and if applicable in the location, keep the program manager informed.
    Develop reports and quality control checks that ensure accuracy and efficiency as well as their use.
    Establish effective communication systems regarding data and ensures reports are accurate and efficient.
    Assist with annual plan and strategic planning goals as communicated by the ARDU Coordinator and/or Program Manager.

    Representation:

    The Supervisor will:

    Develop and maintain effective relationships with UNHCR.
    Ensure partner communication from the department is professional, timely and proactive.
    Represent organizational policies and culture to staff.
    Ensure the workforce is professional when representing CWS/RSC Africa to refugees, partners, the funder and colleagues.

    Performance Management:

    The Supervisor will:

    Provide direct supervision and leadership to ARDU staff, including yearly performance evaluations, developing job descriptions, participating in hiring and coordinating leave.
    Coordinate on-boarding of new staff and facilitate trainings, both in the office and while in the field. This may include deployments to UNHCR offices to train new deployees.
    Organize quarterly trainings for ARDU staff.
    Develop in-house training materials to enhance compliance and ensure existing training materials are kept up to date.
    Ensure coaching, mentoring, feedback and corrective action plans are being carried out where needed.
    Establish performance expectations with staff under their supervision.
    Monitor staff time and attendance.

    Staff Care:

    The Supervisor will:

    Monitor and ensure a safe, healthy and professional work environment.
    Ensure direct reports access and use their benefits appropriately, including leave.
    Actively support staff by promoting safe space, open-door and the escalation policy.
    Establish and communicate clear expectations to staff to foster a predictable and consistent work environment.
    Ensure staff are safe in the field by coordinating with the RSC Logistics and Staff Security teamse and disseminating information related to safety to staff in the field.

    Program Administration:

    The Supervisor will:

    Monitor and ensure the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between UNHCR and CWS RSC Africa.
    Handle any other duties as assigned by the ARDU Manager, the Program Manager and/or CWS management at large.

    Qualifications:

    Experience:

    Six (6) year’s work experience required.
    One year of supervisory experience preferred.
    Familiarity with the UN Convention and Protocols relating to the status of refugees required.
    Previous experience in training and capacity building of staff required.
    Previous experience working with international organizations such as UNHCR required.
    Previous experience with a resettlement deployment scheme preferred.
    Previous reporting and monitoring and evaluation experience preferred.

    Skills:

    Demonstrated thorough knowledge of the UNHCR/U.S. Refugee Admissions Program.
    Demonstrated knowledge of International Refugee Law required.
    Excellent interviewing and counselling skills.
    Excellent drafting, writing and analytical skills.
    Excellent spoken and written English; secondary language skills such as French, Arabic and other African regional languages (other than Kiswahili) is preferred.
    Previous assessment/monitoring and evaluations skills preferred.
    Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
    Excellent organizational and time management skills.
    Excellent computer skills, in particular Microsoft Office.
    Knowledge of Sub-Saharan Africa refugee situations required.

    Education:

    Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study, or four (4) years of related work experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree is required.
    Master’s degree in a related field of study (including international affairs, refugee law, human rights or social work) is preferred.

    Abilities:

    The ARDU Supervisor must have the ability to:

    Represent CWS RSC Africa with partners;
    Travel throughout sub-Saharan Africa on short notice and sometimes under difficult conditions;
    Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
    Follow instructions with a positive and receptive attitude;
    Deal effectively and courteously with a large number of associates, outside agencies, refugees and members of the general public.
    Conduct oneself in a professional and courteous manner to represent the best interests of CWS RSC Africa;
    Maintain a high performance standard with meticulous attention to detail;
    Carry out all of the duties of the position efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision;
    Work independently and contribute to overall operations of CWS RSC Africa;
    Take initiative in the development and completion of projects within the specified timeframe;
    Maintain strict confidentiality with CWS RSC Africa administrative and operational information;
    Manage a large and diverse workload under pressure with competing priorities;
    Work well as a team in a multi-cultural environment while maintaining a high level of motivation;
    Lead others and address issues as they arise;
    Effectively manage CWS RSC Africa’s resources;
    Actively participate in the successful implementation of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program.

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    local-careers-cwsglobal.icims.com

  • Mid-Term Reviewer – ENDhERI Project (GEFID 9668) Community Management Support 2 Finance and Budget Assistant Programme Management Assistant, G5

    Mid-Term Reviewer – ENDhERI Project (GEFID 9668) Community Management Support 2 Finance and Budget Assistant Programme Management Assistant, G5

    Duties and Responsibilities

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. UNEP’s Ecosystems Division works with international and national partners, providing technical assistance and capacity development for the implementation of environmental policy, and strengthening the environmental management capacity of developing countries and countries with economies in transition.
    The GEF-Biodiversity and Land Degradation unit is seeking to recruit a consultant (Level B) to conduct the Midterm Review of the project to assess the overall achievements of the project at midterm, the challenges faced and engage with project counterparts to overcome the issues through effective corrections in project activities and outputs, M&E, resource allocations and related GEF and co-financing. This consultancy post is located in UNEP / Ecosystems Division / GEF Biodiversity and Land Degradation unit. The Review Consultant will work from home as well as conduct a field assessment mission to Maldives, under the overall guidance of the Task Manager (GEF TM) and will report directly to the GEF TM and Portfolio Manager of the GEF Biodiversity and Land degradation Unit, Ecosystem Division in Nairobi.

    Inception Phase

    Preliminary desk review and introductory interviews with project staff
    Prepare the review framework in line with UNEP’s evaluation guidelines
    Identify stakeholders
    Develop the interview/questions matrix
    Plan the review schedule
    Prepare the Inception Report

    Data Collection And Analysis Phase Of The Review, Including

    Conduct further desk review and in-depth interviews with project implementing and executing agencies, project partners and project stakeholders
    Conduct a field assessment mission to Maldives– approximately 10 days, including visiting one of the two project sites
    Regularly report back to the Task Manager on progress and inform of any possible problems or issues encountered and

    Reporting Phase, Including

    Prepare a MTR Inception report with main tasks, timelines, and institutions, staff and project beneficiaries to be involved in the MTR,
    Draft the MTR Review Report, ensuring that the review report is complete, coherent and consistent with the ToR as well as Task Manager guidelines both in substance and style
    Liaise with the Task Manager on comments received and finalize the MTR Review Report, ensuring that comments are taken into account until approved by the Task Manager
    Prepare a Response to Comments annex for the main report, listing those comments not accepted indicating the reason for the rejection; and

    Managing Relations, Including

    Maintain a positive relationship with stakeholders, ensuring that the review process is as participatory as possible but at the same time maintains its independence
    Communicate in a timely manner with the Task Manager on any issues requiring its attention and intervention.

    The consultant will prepare the following documents, in consultation and collaboration with the Project team:

    Inception Report: containing an assessment of project, project stakeholder analysis, review framework and a tentative review schedule.
    Preliminary Findings Note: typically, in the form of a PowerPoint presentation, the sharing of preliminary findings is intended to support the participation of the project team, act as a means to ensure all information sources have been accessed and provide an opportunity to verify emerging findings.
    Draft and Final Review Report: containing an executive summary that can act as a stand-alone document; detailed analysis of the review findings organized by review criteria and supported with evidence; lessons learned and recommendations and an annotated ratings table.

    The consultancy will be home-based with one field visit to Maldives.

    Qualifications/special Skills

    Minimum of a least MSc level or equivalent degree in environmental sciences, international development or other relevant political or social sciences area is required
    At least 8 years of technical / evaluation experience is required
    Preferably including evaluating large, regional or global programmes and using a Theory of Change approach; is desirable.
    A track record of a minimum of 6 years of project development and evaluation experience, including internationally funded projects (experience in the evaluation of GEF funded projects is desirable.)
    Knowledge of the International organization is desirable.
    Professional work experience in Asia, in SIDS is desirable.

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    Fluency in oral and written English is required.

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    Duties and Responsibilities
    Background of the assignment:

    As the global guardian of the United Nations standards and norms in crime prevention and criminal justice, UNODC seeks to strengthen the rule of law through the prevention of crime and the promotion of fair, humane and accountable criminal justice systems. To do this, UNODC provides Member States with expertise and advice to develop effective and responsible crime prevention strategies and policies and to build the capacity of their criminal justice systems to operate more effectively within the framework of the rule of law, while promoting human rights and protecting vulnerable groups.
    Within the framework of its project entitled “Programme for Legal Empowerment and Aid Delivery (PLEAD) in Kenya, Phase II” funded by the European Union, UNODC intends to support Probation and Aftercare Service (PACS) in the development and delivery of a blended enhanced course for Probation officers. The overall objective of PLEAD II is to reinforce the rule of law, improve access to justice, increase efficiency and accountability in the justice system, and use of technology as an enabler of justice. This support for PACS falls under outcome three of the programme whose main desired outcomes are:
    Outcome 1: The criminal justice system is able to fight corruption more effectively
    Outcome 2: Improved coordination and collaboration of the justice sector, including promoting interoperability in automation of case and information management of criminal justice systems
    Outcome 3: Increased competence, capacity and efficiency in the criminal justice system
    Outcome 4: Enhanced access to legal aid, especially for the poor and vulnerable.

    The beneficiary institutions under UNODC component are nine, namely:
    The Judiciary;

    The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP);
    The Kenyan Probation and Aftercare Service (PACS);
    The Witness Protection Agency (WPA);
    The National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ).
    Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
    National Police Service (NPS);
    Kenya Prisons Service (KPS);
    Directorate of Children Services (DCS).
    PLEAD II will build upon previous interventions under PLEAD I such as: the development and roll-out of training programmes, including eLearning courses; enhanced use of alternatives to imprisonment; strengthened coordination and collaboration amongst justice sector actors; strategic planning and change management; improved court administration and case management, including e-justice solutions; mainstreaming of alternative justice systems; improving access to legal aid for vulnerable citizens; protecting the rights of children and youth in conflict with the law; raising awareness of justice services and citizen’s rights; and greening initiatives (including solar and sanitation).
    Thus, the need to equip probation officers with requisite skills to meet growing demands in the justice sector is clearly anchored in PLEAD Phase II framework under Outcome 3, Output 3.2 which focuses on Capacity building programmes developed and implemented including e-learning platforms. Hence, this proposed activity resonates well with the aspirations of PLEAD II. Continuous improvement of the capacities of officers is essential in ensuring desired outputs and outcomes are achieved in line with mandates and goals of Probation and Aftercare Service. This activity is targeting about 1,285 serving probation officers whose trainings will be implemented in phases within three years of the project cycle of the PLEAD II.

    Purpose of the assignment:

    The overall goal of this consultancy is to engage three subject matter experts in probation work and eLearning content design to work jointly with PACS and Kenya School of Government (KSG) in developing an E-learning Enhanced Course Programme aimed at e equipping Probation Officers with relevant skills and competencies to meet its operational demands for effective service delivery.

    Specific tasks to be performed by the consultant:

    Under the overall supervision of the Regional Representative in the UNODC Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) and the direct supervision of the UNODC ROEA Head of the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Programme, and in close cooperation and consultation with PACS, and KSG, the consultants will perform the following substantive duties and responsibilities:

    Development of an inception Report

    The consultants will prepare an inception report which shall detail their understanding of the assignment founded on the terms of reference. The inception report will also provide detailed timelines and methodology to be applied. The timelines shall require to be aligned to the KSG Workplan.

    Development of a Course Concept for the blended Enhanced Course

    In consultation with PACS and KSG, review the lessons learnt from the digitisation of the Induction Course, identify enhanced manual content for blended learning integrating eLearning format, Physical learning and Learning activities.
    Advise PACS on the content that will require practicum and instructional strategy for considerations.

    Development of a blended enhanced course

    The consultants will work jointly with PACS and KSG to develop the learning objects and knowledge products including but not limited to content design and development, production of instructional videos, and video editing and integration.
    Contribute to the packaging of the course including uploading, course review, testing, dry-run and final revision of the uploaded content.
    Develop participants’ or facilitators’ support materials that will include support videos, joining instructions, and guide through the course (checklists, mind map, etc) as it would have agreed by PACS and KSG.

    Training of PACS trainers on design and delivery of online trainings

    Recognizing that the implementation of eLearning programmes requires requisite skills and competencies of trainers, the consultants will work together with KSG to train PACS Training of Trainers (TOTs) on the Learning Management System (LMS) and online tutoring. The training will include aspects such as features of LMS, moderation of online forums (chats, video conferences), support for participants and generation of reports from LMS.

    Reporting and other requirements

    Complete a final, comprehensive and output oriented report, submitted not later than three working days prior to the end of the consultancy.

    Qualifications/special skills

    An advanced degree (master’s degree) in Social Sciences, criminology, sociology, psychology, and/ or related subjects.
    A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    A minimum 07 years of relevant work experience in offender supervision and rehabilitation including training is required.
    Experience in providing training for law enforcement and justice agencies and in developing policy and procedure manuals or training curricula/materials is required
    Experience in the development of the E-learning Programmes is required.
    Experience of providing technical advice to multidisciplinary teams in government or national stakeholders and international organizations is desirable.
    Work experience with a probation department/service is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

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