Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

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.

Languages

Fluency in oral and written English is required.

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October 30, 2024
Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Nairobi Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Bungoma Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Garissa Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Isiolo Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Kakamega Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Kericho Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Kisii Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Kisumu Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Lamu Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Mandera Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Marsabit Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Meru Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Migori Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service-Mombasa Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Nakuru Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Narok Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Tana River Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Uasin Gishu Consultant: Subject Matter Expert to Develop a Blended Enhanced Course for Probation and After Care Service- Wajir

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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October 30, 2024
Regional Humanitarian Director – ECA

RESPONSIBILITIES

Humanitarian Response – Support to Country Presences (CPs)

Deploy as Team Leader or any other role to support the CP response to a humanitarian crisis or deploy for the initial assessment in a new Presence Response.
Coordinate the CARE Confederation response by leading CCG Type 1/2 calls and supporting calls led by HQ for Type 3/4.

Drive Humanitarian Program Quality

Provide vision and strategic direction to all of CARE’s humanitarian work across all CPs working in the region, feeding into the Regional Road Map and CP’s program strategies.

Enable Country Presence Preparedness and Capacity

Support and advise County Presences and CARE Partners on emergency preparedness planning (EPP) and minimum preparedness action.

Ensure Humanitarian Representation and Information Sharing

Represent and build CARE’s humanitarian profile in regional forums and meetings in the with regional entities, UN humanitarian agencies, other NGOs, partners, region-based emergency donors, inter-agency working groups.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree, or relevant combination of qualifications and experience, in a relevant field.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in humanitarian preparedness, risk reduction and response.
Proven experience and competencies in external representation to key external stakeholders such as Donors, UN Agencies, and I/INGOs.
Experience in programme design, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, including the CORE Humanitarian Standards, SPHERE standards, Grand Bargain, gender, donor relations, security and protection considerations.
Experience in scale-up emergency response, Gender in Emergencies; women’s empowerment programming and humanitarian accountability.
Excellent training, coaching and mentoring skills.

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October 30, 2024
Protection Officer

Summary of the job title

Protection officer is a being recruited to support a Germany Government (GFFO) funded humanitarian response project that covers specific disaster hotspots in Northern Kenya (Marsabit, Turkana and Isiolo County). He/she will work closely and in consultation with the Humanitarian Response project Manager, the SoH Area Manager and the regional humanitarian relief officer (HRO. S/he will responsible for the daily technical planning and support to local partners. With guidance from the Humanitarian Response Manager, she/he will collaborate with the local partners in conducting needs assessment, implementation, supervision, monitoring and reporting of the field activities and for ensuring proper coordination with national, regional and local government and/or authorities, stakeholders/NGOs, project beneficiaries and SoH colleagues

Support project planning and budgeting for child protection, adult safeguarding and gender inclusion.
Support the establishment of functional community children protection and project participants safeguarding reporting and feedback mechanism structures and provide the necessary actions in a timely manner
In consultation with the supervisor and the partners, ensure that there is a contextualized Safeguarding Incidence Preparedness Plan(SIPP)
Support implementation of the safeguarding and protection initiatives at SoH and among partners by ensuring that the Policy is well socialized and implemented in compliance with SoH standards.
Submit a monthly update report on GBV and protection related cases
Support partners to strengthen existing child/adults protection groups in all project sites
On a weekly basis ensure that all partners staff are briefed on the specific activities to be carried out with an objective of ensuring that protection , gender and inclusion activities are implemented in an integrated manner with other project activities
Support partners to organize and strengthen stakeholder’s forums on children and adults protection in the communities.
Conduct engagement with County, sub county children officers, social development and gender officers, police and local administration to follow up on reported cases and response action including documentation.
Support partners to prioritize initiatives that enable parents and caregivers acquire skill for championing participation and protection of boys and girls from harmful cultural practices, abuse, neglect, exploitation and all other forms of violence.
Work closely with SoH, partners and the government stakeholders to facilitate learning and reflection forums on safeguarding and protection which will be used to improve program activities.
In consultation with the supervisor, ensure that partners follow up and implement findings and recommendation on safeguarding and protection obtained from various accountability mechanisms such operational audits, program evaluations, program capacity review in a timely manner.
Spearhead documentation of best practices on safeguarding and program participants interventions
Collect, register and report beneficiaries’ feedback and complaints.
Ensure consistent reporting and documentation to improve program efficiency and quality.
Support the protection officer in mainstreaming of protection, gender and inclusion issues across the project areas
Work closely with all stakeholders and ensure the community participation in the project activities.
Support other humanitarian activities of SoH upon the request of the supervisors.

Minimum requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Child protection, Social science, community development, Education, humanitarian action, or any related field with at least 3 years work experience
Related Diploma with at least 4 years of relevant experience in implementing child protection, adult safeguarding, advocacy and or Program accountability.
Experience in working with partners and engagement with government departments and decision makers as well as networking and collaboration with other stakeholders.
Understanding of Humanitarian protection, child protection, safeguarding
Knowledge of SPHERE and other humanitarian programming standards
Demonstrated success working effectively and respectfully with host communities, government, private sector, partners and other stakeholders in complex environments.
Knowledge of community participatory approaches, disaster risk reduction, recharge, re-use and retention (3R) concept desirable.
Experience working in multi-cultural and multi-ethnic settings is highly preferred
High frustration tolerance/resilience and strong capability of working in a fragile context and fast-paced environment on highly dynamic topics
Previous working experience in Arid and Semi-arid Land (ASAL) areas is desirable,
Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent and persuasive oral and written communication skills, including report writing
Good team player and experience in mentoring staff
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
Excellent spoken and written English

Qualified candidates are invited to submit in English, a meaningful cover letter, a CV, three professional references, salary expectations, certificate of good conduct and an indication of a possible starting date & availability via email with the email title (GFFO FLW field officer Vacancy) (max. 2MB)NB: Applications that do not quote expected salary will be disqualified.To: SIGN OF HOPE – NAIROBIEmail: recruitment@sign-of-hope.orgApplication deadline: Until the position is filled, screening of applicants will begin immediately, and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, although the final deadline for submission will be on 10th August 2023

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October 30, 2024
Grants Manager

Job Skills and Specifications

Be a diploma/degree holder
4 years proven experience in grant proposal writing/management
Well organised, detail-oriented,foward thinking and proactive
Familiar with Microsoft Office package
Should be able to prioritise tasks and manage one’s own time effectively
To be able to submit tenders online via SAP Portals

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: info@etp.co.ke using the position as subject of email.

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October 30, 2024
Gender Specialist

Responsibilities:

Support STEEP projects to ensure the integration of gender mainstreaming concepts and activities in program implementation.
Contribute to the development and revision of project GE strategies on an annual basis based on changes to the projects, local context and current global trends, developments and innovations in GE and related fields.
Support project team in developing and updating Gender Based Analysis plus (GBA+).
Work closely with project team to align and integrate the project activities with GE strategies.
Capacity Building: Organize workshops, training sessions, and awareness programs for project staff and stakeholders to enhance their understanding of gender issues, promote inclusivity, and adopt gender-responsive approaches in liaison with the project coordinator.
Support the Project Management Unit in continuous improvements of STEEP project gender mainstreaming approaches and tools.
Work closely with PMU team and field team to ensure that MEL has an ongoing GE focus and that this is captured in reporting through the development and use of gender-sensitive monitoring and evaluation, results-based management and outcome mapping tools.
Monitoring and Evaluation support; Support GE reporting for mid-year and annual reports by reviewing partnership narrative reports to synthesize data of GE accomplishments. Keep track of gender-sensitive indicators and regularly assess the impact of the project on gender-related outcomes in liaison with M&E. Conduct gender analysis and research to identify barriers faced by adolescent girls in STEM fields and use this data to inform project strategies and interventions.
Collaborate with local partner staff to ensure gender work is integrated in project partnerships through support to partners and guidance on GE strategies.
Participate collaboratively in development and implementation of gender-sensitive programming including work planning, reporting, capturing, and disseminating lessons learned/best practices.
Community Engagement: Provide technical expertise and handholding support to TVET staff for making gender friendly TVET facilities. Engage with local communities, parents, and guardians to promote the importance of gender equality in STEM education and encourage their active support and involvement.
Maintain an up-to-date and thorough understanding of the gender issues and implementation challenges related to project components and collaborate with project officers to resolve the same.
Contribute to the development of public engagement and communication materials.
Contribute to the development of human/impact stories focusing on GE aspects.
Participate in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and strategies.
The incumbent must have a sound understanding of gender mainstreaming and gender equality with experience of applying these to project activities.
Have a thorough understanding of the external funder’s requirements to ensure that the project is being carried out in the expected manner.
Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications, Competencies, & Skills

Full fluency in English and Swahili
Bachelors degree in gender studies, development or any related/allied sector
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role in Kenya, ideally in education or TVET sector.
Strong understanding of gender issues and challenges, particularly related to girls’ education and gender disparities in STEM fields.
Strong understanding of the Kenya Education system
Demonstrated cultural awareness and ability to work effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders.
Prior experience with working on bilateral and or multilateral-funded projects.
Demonstrated experience in gender mainstreaming in similar project area.
Strong knowledge and at least three years of experience in the Technical and Vocational Education and Training sector/Education in Kenya.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to liaise cross-functionally and cross-culturally with all internal and external stakeholders.
Support the implementation of the communication and dissemination strategy and provide advice based on the knowledge of the local context.
Demonstrated ability using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel). Willingness to learn and use other software.
Strong organizational and time management skills to coordinate and implement project activities effectively
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a team.

Interested internal candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to send their application letters and detailed CVs to recruit@capyei.org by 12th August 2023**.** Candidates are required to indicate the position title ” Gender Specialist” on the subject line of the email when applying.Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis.CAPYEI DOES NOT charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process

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October 30, 2024
Outreach Officer

Role and Responsibilities

Represent IFAW in the Conservation Connectivity Forum.
Work with the Forum to lobby the Parliamentary Committee on the Environment and Natural Resources to advocate for the gazettement of Wildlife Migratory Corridors: Kenya Rangelands and Coastal Terrestrial Ecosystems and Dispersal Areas report and work with the Cabinet Secretaries and technical staff to draft an introductory update as relevant.
Work with the Forum to lobby the relevant government ministries to advance, and the Cabinet to adopt, a cabinet memo on the securement and restoration of wildlife migratory corridors, and to include a whole of government, landscape level approach to securement and restoration of corridors in the GOK’s position papers for the upcoming UN Biodiversity Convention meetings and the UNFCCC COP. Provide technical drafting support as required.
Working through the Forum, position the Principal Secretaries responsible for the Environment and Wildlife as champions of the corridors report with specific focus to IFAW’s program principles and priorities.
Provide technical support to the Forum to hold technical Inter-Ministerial meetings to develop a framework that supports a whole of government approach towards safeguarding wildlife corridors focusing on Amboseli and Tsavo.
Assist the Forum in Identifying stakeholders and convening meetings in Taita Taveta and Kajiado with the view to developing landscape level plans for the promotion, coordination and implementation of the above framework to protect corridors and dispersal areas around Tsavo and Amboseli.
Lobby Council of Governors to adopt and implement the Corridors report and the above framework .
Lobby the Kajiado and Taita Taveta Governors to incorporate the corridors and dispersal areas outlined in the report with regard to Amboseli and Tsavo, into their County Spatial Plans.
Support the Africa Policy Adviser by developing technical reports and attending conferences and conventions as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Minimum MSc in Wildlife Management or a similar post graduate degree in any field of Natural Resources Management preferred
At least 7 years’ experience in wildlife/natural resources management preferably in both NGO and GO sectors.
Sound knowledge of contemporary conservation and animal welfare issues in the region and globally
5 years’ experience working with senior managers and supervising middle level team members in a multi-disciplinary setting ,
Detailed knowledge of Eastern and Central Africa’s culture and contemporary wildlife conservation and socio-political systems.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Proven ability to work effectively with diverse work groups in international and multicultural environments
Strong analytical, organization and time management skills
Knowledge of Financial procedures for non-Financial managers
Ability to problem solve with little guidance.
Excellent communication skills – oral and written and computer literate.

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October 30, 2024
FAST Business Development Manager, VisionFund International Programme Officer – Global Hunger Response

Job Summary

The FAST (finance accelerating savings for transformation) Business Development Manager be part of part of the FAST team and will employ VisionFund International (VFI) collective experience in supporting savings groups with THRIVE- tested interventions to expand these models and lessons to the broader financial sector.
VFI as part of its 2030 strategy seeks to impact an additional 9 million children by enabling 3 million clients to have access to financial services outside of its present network of MFIs. This work is positioned within the World Vision Inclusive Finance Group as part of its partnership strategy. This new position is being created to grow access to formal financial services for savings groups (VSLAs/ S4T) globally as a result of the learnings coming out from THRIVE 2.0.
Through the available learnings from THRIVE 2.0, including from DreamSave data-sharing and THRIVE MandE systems,this position will seek to expand FAST-type lending into other countries where VFI does not have an MFI affiliate. The position will work directly with interested World Vision field offices and other NGOs to explore what needs exist among savings groups to access additional financial services through the formal financial sector, and then to work with financial institutions to develop and deliver appropriate products and services.

Key Responsibilities

THRIVE 2.0 knowledge management (10%)

Responsible for THRIVE indicator tracking
Responsible for collecting and sharing lessons learned amongst relevant stakeholders
Build THRIVE learnings into new partnership models for new countries

Market assessment (15%)

Support on the ground: market analysis (mapping) of existing groups
Support in research and analysis of survey data to understand needs of savings groups for financial services
Analyze context including financial sustainability calculations to evaluate feasibility to start FAST in new locations.
Map out initial potential financial institutions including interest, existing products and geographical spread
Document outcomes and recommendations

Negotiating, adapt products and start partnerships (25%)

Identify the zone of possible agreement where both groups, the NGO and the financial institution can see common ground or value for each.
Working with WV field offices and other NGOs to confirm interest to explore financial solutions identified in the market assessment.
Working with identified MFIs and Banks to build understanding and buy in to serve underserved markets through a group-based FAST product.
Adapt the product to fit different client groups (e.g migrants, refugees, those impacted by disasters)
Support in designing and implementing pilot testing
Operations support in product testing and roll out/scaling of FAST lending (20%)
Capacity building of implementing staff covering FAST product, processes, digitization, monitoring, compliance etc.
Support hiring and training of new field officers
Work with DreamSave and other digital applications
Adjustments to loan policies, procedures, and internal systems

Funding and reporting (10%)

Support funding proposals from WV field offices, support offices or VFI grants team as a technical expert
Support in preparing regular THRIVE 2.0 and other grant-related reports
Wherever possible generate revenue opportunities for VFI
Monitoring and partnership relational management (10%)
Continuous follow up on quality implementation including refreshers for all relevant staff
Continuous monitoring via powerbi & other tools
Provide monthly progress and compliance update
Responsible for developing impact reporting including survey from partner entities
Capture relevant lessons and practices to build internal capacity and knowledge in savings group lending.

Other work (10%)

Support FAST team members on other country tasks if necessary as part of Thrive 2.0
The position as part of the WV Inclusive Finance Group is expected to support and engage other team members to build effective partnerships

Required Professional Experience

University degree
A minimum of 7 years’ work experience in the microfinance/ retail banking sector; and a minimum of 3 years supporting savings groups/VSLAs.
Hands-on knowledge of how savings groups are formed, operate and grow is essential. Experience working with NGOs
Research, writing and knowledge management skills
Experience leading projects that engage with partner organizations
Worked in multiple countries, whether full-time or consulting
Remote project management and support

Preferred Knowledge/qualifications for the role:

Work with financial services linkages to savings groups is a preferred skill set
Has worked as a consultant
Experience in PowerBI, ArcGi and other data-based tools
Experience of working with WV is preferred
Proven ability to document clearly findings and communicate them in English
Proven ability to present in meetings & on zoom
40% of Travel for work requirement
Locations: Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi, Kenya, Zambia to name a few where WVI is registered

Travel and/or Work Environment

The position requires ability and willingness to travel internationally, potentially 30% of the time.
Able to work from home if required

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October 30, 2024
Country Representative

Job responsibilities:

Development of Country Office management and development strategy in accordance with PAH global strategy
Creating of organizational and employment structure
Identification of priorities, donors and supervision over adjusting objectives accordingly taking into consideration PAH global strategy
Representing PAH, establishing cooperation with donors, local authorities and partners
Optimalisation of operational and program processes in terms of costs, quality and time
Development and implementation of standard procedures
Monitoring the situation of Country Office in terms of political, economic, military and security
Identification of available sources of financing and supervision over adjusting the objectives of the Country Office to them considering PAH global strategy
Building and supporting regional cooperation with South Sudan, Somalia and Ethiopia

The successful candidate will be selected based on the qualification requirements described below:

Master’s Degree in International Development, Humanitarian Assistance, Management or any other related field required*
At least 3 years of experience in INGO management/coordination (including security management in complex security situations, human resource management)
Proven experience in Project Cycle Management and strong project management skills
Solid experience in representing the organization in front of local authorities as well as international donor agencies
Previous extensive experience in staff management in the cross-cultural environment
Previous experience in the region or conflict/ post-conflict setting highly desirable
High resilience to stress, ability to work effectively under pressure in a hardship duty station
Ability to perform and oversee multiple tasks concurrently
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Strong sense of personal and professional integrity
Driving license
Languages: Full proficiency (C1) in spoken and written English required
Proficiency in MS Office package

Due to the urgency to fill the post, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. PAH reserves the right to close the job opening before the deadline.Please note that only short-listed candidates will be notified.

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October 30, 2024
Contracts Specialist II

Job Summary:

The Contract Specialist will work in partnership with FHI 360 HQ Contracting Officers and other staff to efficiently operate and maintain an effective contracts portfolio management system. Principal duties will include contract administration and professional / managerial support to ensure full compliance with donor rules and regulations. The Contract Specialist will perform specialized tasks from pre-award to close-out as assigned by the supervisory Contracting Officer located at the FHI 360 Headquarters in the US. These tasks may include a wide variety of discrete transactions occurring at various stages of the award and sub award processes.

Typical tasks include but are not limited to:

Supplementing the technical assistance provided by the Contracting Officer to proposal development and operations staff to produce competitive and responsive proposals.
Provide informed interpretation of fundamental regulations and standard contract requirements. Conduct select negotiations with the guidance of the Contracting Officer.
Provide technical assistance to operations staff and other enterprise services staff on matters of contract interpretation and compliance.
Prepare and submit requests for donor approval as delegated by the Contracting Officer.
Prepare, review, and approve sub awards and procurement actions up to authorized thresholds. Conduct contract close-out.
Assist the Contracting Officer in preparing management reports.

Accountabilities:

Pre-award:

Provides supplemental interpretation of fundamental regulations and standard contract requirements to help produce competitive and responsive proposals.

Post-award (Prime):

Assists in the review of prime award documents prior to signature.
Receive and process signed contracts from clients. Assure completeness and accuracy of contracts.
Data set-up in contract management/financial management system.
Serves as first responder to operations staff and enterprise services staff on routine business transactions of a contractual nature.
Prepares and submit routine business transactions such as requests for donor approval as delegated by the Contracting Officer.
Prepares periodic management reports.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisory Contracting Officer.

Post-award (Lower-tier):

Prepares, reviews, and approves sub awards and select procurement actions following established FHI 360 procedures and thresholds.
Process sub award data in sub award database and in an automated system – DPA, a system powered by Kissflow.
Prepares, reviews and modifications to sub awards.
Works in partnership with Project operations staff to monitor sub award compliance with flow-down provisions.

Records management:

Work in partnership with records management staff to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the unit filing system.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

Increasingly advancing knowledge of donor (USG and non-USG) rules and regulations, common mechanisms of funding, types of acquisition and assistance awards, contracting concepts and principles from the solicitation phase to post-award administration.
Critical thinking and stronger analytical skills applied to successful completion of tasks.
Increasingly effective/persuasive oral communication and business/technical writing skills.
Demonstrable growth in technical expertise on regulatory matters, contract management systems, processes and computer software.

Problem Solving & Impact:

Works on increasingly complex and problems of diverse scope requiring critical analysis and comprehensive evaluation of critical factors.
Increasingly exercising independent judgment in developing methods and techniques to obtain solutions (and process improvements).
Increasing independence in determining specific tasks to accomplish in order to meet certain goals and objectives.
Supervision Given/Received:
Increasing self-reliance in performing tasks.
Needing lesser regular supervision.
Higher proficiency and confidence in operating within established operating procedures.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Business Administration, Legal Studies or Related Field.

Experience:

Requires 4 years’ professional work experience with at least 2 years in a contracting position either in the Federal Government or a Non-governmental Organization (NGO).
Current or prior work experience with FHI 360 is a plus.
Advanced (above intermediate) knowledge of donor (USG and non-USG) rules and regulations applicable to sponsored projects.
Advanced understanding of contracting concepts and principles.
Strong organizational skills and project management skills.
Manage a variety of activities and pay close attention to detail.
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and Internet capabilities.
Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English-fluently. Fluency in a foreign language is desired with French or Portuguese preferred.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
Ability to interact professionally in culturally diverse settings.
Ability to research and interpret information to respond to inquiries.

Typical Physical Demands:

Typical office environment.
Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.
DPA, a system powered by Kissflow

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October 30, 2024