Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

  • Consultancy – Diversity Equality and Inclusion (DEI) Assignment

    Consultancy – Diversity Equality and Inclusion (DEI) Assignment

    Objectives of the Consultancy:
    PIA works with diverse groups of HRDs (especially marginalised and minority groups) across Africa region. As such, staff in charge of making interventions to these groups often rely in their field experiences as well as desktop reviews of existing studies.
    Thus, the consultancy on Diversity Equality and Inclusion (DEI) specifically seeks to:

    To get to understand staff’s perceptions, norms and beliefs on DEI.
    Identify staff’s knowledge gaps on DEI.
    To conduct a sensitization training on DEI for the staff.

    Terms of Reference of the consultant:

    Conduct consultations with staff to assess their perceptions, knowledge, attitudes and recommendations related to diversity equity and inclusion in the workplace for staff in Kenya and Tanzania.
    From the assessment, identifying the gaps that need to be addressed and facilitating the sessions to help both the teams be more efficient in supporting special HRDs.
    Develop and provide training to all staff, on the different dimensions of Gender, Equity, Social and inclusion GESI).
    Provide a detailed report with time-bound recommendations.
    Provide draft guidelines on DEI for the organization that are contextually appropriate that maybe used to upskill staff as part of the onboarding for future members
    Review internal policies and identify areas of improvement on DEI.

    Consultant (s) Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (social work, sociology, psychology, gender studies etc.)
    Minimum 5 years of experience in DEI mainstreaming, working with civil society and the public and private sectors.
    Experience implementing activities for the prevention and inclusion of marginalized and vulnerable groups.
    Must have a clear understanding and prior success employing programs in Tanzania and Kenya
    Ability to work as a member of a collaborative team to design inclusive activity implementation strategies in an array of technical fields.
    Excellent and fluent communication in both Swahili and English.
    Excellent communication skills both verbally and writing.
    Excellent interpersonal relationships with national and international staff, in a multicultural environment and with multidisciplinary teams.
    Preference for individuals that have worked on programs with a focus in Human Rights defenders and other vulnerable members of the society.

    The assignment will take a maximum period of 40 working days preferably starting on April 2023 and ending on or before 28th June 2023.Application Requirements:Qualified individuals/organizations are invited to apply for this consultancy by submitting the following documents:All applications should be addressed to the Regional Human Resource Officer via: kenya@protectioninternational.org. The email Subject should read “DEI ASSIGNMENT APPLICATION”. All applications will be received by email only. For heavy documents, please provide a link to access them.This call for consultancy closes on April 15th, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Africa Time.We thank all candidates for their interest and we will aim to send feedback as much as we can, however, with the high volume of responses and our internal capacities, we may only be able to contact short-listed candidates.

    Apply via :

    kenya@protectioninternational.org

  • Advocacy Officer – Protection

    Advocacy Officer – Protection

    Overall purpose of the role: 
    Under the technical supervision of the Protection Coordinator, the Advocacy Officer – Protection will be responsible for providing technical support for data collection by field offices and producing regular protection monitoring reports
    Duties & Responsibilities:
    Advocacy 

    Produce infographics and accessible information products for different audiences and including advocacy products.
    Liaise with key stakeholders and country and field level for the dissemination of protection monitoring reports and other advocacy materials in line with DRC´s protection and country strategy.
    Develop advocacy strategy and quarterly advocacy workplan – in line with country office priorities
    Work closely with the Protection Coordinator and PDQ Manager to understand key developments related to refugee rights in Kenya

    Protection Monitoring

    Produce monitoring reports outlining protection concerns, multi-sector needs, and recommendations and present on findings, recommendations, and advocacy points to DRC senior management and external stakeholders. 
    Provide technical support to field staff for protection monitoring activities and ensure the highest quality of data and collected in the field.
    Review and analyze protection data and provide feedback to field staff.
    Carry out secondary data analysis and identify sources of data and information to complement the data collected by field offices.

    Experience and technical competencies: 

    A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in the humanitarian sector related with an NGO/United Nations or civil society organization.
    Experience in using research methodologies and data collection tools.
    Excellent drafting skills in English and experience in report writing different audiences.
    Experience in developing advocacy plans and conducting advocacy activities with a range of stakeholders.
    Experience in the production of technical material (training material, tools, reports, documents, etc.).
    Good networking skills.
    Knowledge of humanitarian standards, human rights, humanitarian law and refugee law.
    Ability to work under pressure, identify priorities and meet deadlines.
    Calm and diplomatic character.
    Willingness and ability to learn and grow professionally.

    Education

    Master’s degree in human rights, social sciences or another relevant subject.
    Experience and knowledge in GBV and Child Protection programming.. 

    Language: 

    Fluent in written and spoken English and Swahili.

    Key stakeholders: 

    UN Agencies, coordination bodies
    Government authorities and institutions 
    Partners
    Persons of Concern
    Staff
    Donors

    Apply via :

    job.drc.ngo

  • Senior Member and Partnership Engagement Officer

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
    Lead on Girls Not Brides global member engagement

    Working with Regional Teams, contributes to develop and implement a clear member engagement strategy to bring enhanced co-ordination, clear prioritisation and greater effectiveness and value added to the work Girls Not Brides does to support its diverse membership base.
    Works with Regional Teams to develop, implement and document successful member engagement approaches and best practice to increase participation, engagement and collaboration among members.
    In close collaboration with Regional Teams, leads on the development and delivery of a global ‘offer’ (available across all regions) to Girls Not Brides members which is informed by members’ priorities and needs. This includes opportunities for (peer-to-peer) learning, collective strategiaing and action, fundraising, and capacity strengthening.
    Works with the Senior MEAL for Partnership and Impact Officer in assessing, monitoring and evaluating the member engagement opportunities and ensuring the Girls Not Brides secretariat is accountable to its members. Also ensures that Girls Not Brides Secretariat continuously learns and innovates on best practices on member engagement.
    Ensures the Girls Not Brides secretariat consistently engages with its members through thematic member working groups, Communities of Practices and Member Advisory Committee(s).
    Contributes to Girls Not Brides’ communications with members, including though membership monthly newsletters.
    In close collaboration with the Development and Outreach Team, support work aimed at brokering strategic partnerships with donors and funding mechanisms to ensure Girls Not Brides members have increased opportunities to funding and coordinates the development of resources to build the capacity of members to access funding.
    Works closely with Regional Teams and Member Engagement Associate to ensure the Girls Not Brides membership is diverse and inclusive and represents those most affected and at-risk.

    Work with Regional Teams to ensure a strategic approach for Girls Not Brides’ work with National/State Partnerships and coalitions.

    Supports the Head of Learning and Partnership Development and Regional Teams in developing new engagement models for National/State Partnerships and coalitions in line with the Global Partnership Strategy 2021-2025, including strategic expansion and deepening of the work with National Partnerships and ensuring sustainability of National Partnerships and coalitions.
    Works closely with Regional Teams to ensure members are able to address key challenges in collective work and partnership building, through the development of key tools and resources to support partnership building (e.g. partnership development manual, how to guides, MOUs, etc.)
    Supports the learning and development of new approaches to support movement building, including synthesising lessons learned from other movements working on relevant issues.
    Leads on developing and implementing effective and innovative learning and knowledge sharing approaches for National Partnerships and coalitions, such as twinning programmes, exchange visits, learning convenings, etc.
    Works closely with regional teams to facilitate peer-to-peer learning and mentoring between National Partnerships and coalitions across different countries and regions.
    Supports Regional Heads and the Head of Learning and Partnership Development in ensuring that Girls Not Brides is demonstrating leadership and experience on movement building and catalysing collective action on ending child marriage.
    Acts as primary liaison for a small number of Girls Not Brides National Partnerships and coalitions in selected countries, ensuring the cultivation of strong relationships between National Partnerships and the Girls Not Brides Secretariat.

    Actively contribute to the broader work of the Learning and Partnership Development Team

    Supports on other organisational member and partnerships functions as requested e.g., supporting events and members meetings, updating the MEL trackers with relevant member data, annual work planning, etc.
    Supports the Learning and Partnership Development team with the development of briefs, resources and other learning materials when requested.
    Contributes to development of funding proposals as requested.

    External engagement and representation

    Contributes to Girls Not Brides’ thought leadership by representing the organisation at relevant spaces, conferences, and partnerships.
    Participates in relevant member engagement and partnership working groups and follow up new emerging member engagement and movement building initiatives in the sector.
    Represents the Girls Not Brides Secretariat in interaction with members and external stakeholders as requested.

    Wider responsibilities of Girls Not Brides team members

    Commit to the mission and vision of Girls Not Brides, putting them at the forefront of all planning, work, and actions.
    Uphold the core values of Girls Not Brides in all areas of work and interactions with colleagues, member organisations, partners, and other stakeholders.
    Comply with Girls Not Brides policies and processes, with particular attention to safeguarding, the code of conduct and data protection.
    Ensure that internal databases and monitoring information are kept fully up to date.
    Commit to ongoing personal development and learning.
    Fulfil any other reasonable requests for the advancement of Girls Not Brides.

    PERSON SPECIFICATION
    Essential experience

    Degree in a relevant area, such as social science, development studies, international relations, human rights or gender, or relevant proven professional experience.
    Prior experience of working with a wide range of civil society organisations – from international NGOs to small grassroots organisations; knowledge of the challenges and opportunities facing civil society organisations working to promote a child rights/gender equality agenda.
    Experience in member and stakeholder engagement, either through working in a similar membership-based organisation or other relevant organisations.
    Experience in engaging with civil society coalitions, alliances or networks and an understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities presented by coalition working.

    Essential skills and knowledge

    A good understanding of best practices around movement building and member engagement.
    Strategic thinker, capable of connecting member engagement issues with other areas of work including communications, influencing and learning.
    Excellent communication, networking and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to persuade and inspire others.
    Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
    Strong ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner.
    Ability to deal with competing demands, multiple priorities, time constraints and unanticipated events.
    Fluent written and spoken English.
    Ability to build strong relationships while working remotely with civil society organisations.
    Strong project management skills.

    The closing date for this role is 26 April 2023, 23:59 UK time.To apply, please go to the job page and submit your CV and a brief cover letter (in English) clearly demonstrating how you meet the criteria.We regret that due to the large number of applications anticipated, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    girlsnotbrides.livevacancies.co.uk

  • Capacity Building Consultant

    Capacity Building Consultant

    Duties and Responsibilities

    In the light of the context described, UN-Habitat is seeking an Instructional Designer with e-learning expertise, who can bring the pedagogical perspective and transform the law and climate change script into an effective e-learning product. The consultant will be responsible for producing instructional design models for the e-learning course on law and climate change and incorporate the different styles of e-Learning based on the courses’ content, learning goals, style, and pace, that are learner-centred and user-friendly.
    Under the direct supervision of the Legal Specialist, Policy, Legislation and Governance Section as well as the Associate Programme Management Officer, Capacity Development and Training Unit and overall supervision of the Chief of the Policy, Legislation and Governance Section, the Consultant will have the following responsibilities:
    Develop the existing script for the Urban Law and Climate Change online course into a fully-fledged and pedagogically sound e-learning script, ready for implementation in Articulate Rise and UN-Habitat Learn, with detailed structure and content descriptions of the various parts/modules. Individual modules may include text, images, interactive functionality, and videos.
    Create guidance for graphics for the full script, to be delivered to a graphic designer.
    Procure images and liaise with a graphic designer to produce graphics for the Introduction module of the online course.
    Configure in Articulate Rise the full script of the online course.
    The online course will be produced in close collaboration with two teams: the Policy, Legislation and Governance section, and the Capacity Development and Training Unit.
    The approval for payments to the consultancy shall be based solely on satisfactory delivery of the outputs specified in the ultimate result of service.

    Qualifications/special skills

    Academic Qualifications: An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in the fields of urban planning, instructional design, or related field is required.
    A first-level university degree in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Minimum 4 years of experience in Capacity Development is required.
    Experience developing capacity development products on the topic of urban sustainability is desirable.
    Knowledge of e-learning in a sustainability context is desirable.
    Previous experience working with the United Nations will be an added advantage.

    Languages

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

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Director, Implementing Mechanisms and Initiatives, RHSC

    Director, Implementing Mechanisms and Initiatives, RHSC

    Duties and Responsibilities
    Management of RHSC Implementing Mechanisms – 50%

    Provide leadership, management oversight, and technical support to RHSC’s implementing mechanisms (IMs), including the working groups for Systems Strengthening, Advocacy and Accountability, and the caucuses for Maternal Health Supplies, New and Underused Reproductive Health Technologies, and the Manufacturers Group
    Provide direct technical support to the Market Development Approaches Working Group as RHSC’s primary point of contact entailing working with the chair(s) on the annual workplan, idea generation for areas of collaboration, assisting members to formulate topics/proposals for the Innovation Fund, and ensuring sustained RHSC support for tools and initiatives developed within the group
    Actively connect and network with RHSC members for engagement in IMs and to ensure that members have a voice and a channel for communication and ideas.]
    Oversee governance of IMs including Terms of Reference and chair elections
    Convene RHSC’s Council of Chairs of IMs
    Work with IM Chairs and Secretariat line reports on annual IM workplans and tracking
    Engage in the RHSC strategy refresh and rollout process, building on the technical expertise of key Secretariat staff, and ensuring engagement of the RHSC’s IMs

    Management of RHSC’s General Membership Meeting – 20%

    Lead the overall planning and content of RHSC’s general membership meeting (GMM).
    Engage and consult with members and stakeholders on the thematic focus of the meeting.
    Lead the process of location selection for the GMM and engagement with key in-country stakeholders
    Manage internal RHSC team and external contractors in terms of logistics for GMM

    Engagement with key technical partners – 20%

    Drawing upon significant personal expertise in RH markets, and in partnership with other Secretariat staff with expertise in this space, engage with SEMA Reproductive Health (a new, innovative partnership designed to build healthier, more equitable, and more resilient SRH markets) as well as other key organizations in the RH markets arena
    In partnership with RHSC and SEMA RH colleagues ensure that RHSC and SEMA RH’s work is complementary and in alignment with agreed plans
    Working closely with the Senior Technical Officer, engage with RH Manufacturers including convening regular meetings to provide a channel for manufacturers to communicate with the wider community

    RHSC Initiatives – 10%

    Fundraise for and oversee RHSC’s Innovation Fund, the RHSC’s flagship initiative for inspiring and financing new activities that further the Coalition’s strategic goals
    Manage RHSC’s LAPTOP initiative, to encourage talented young people to join the field of supply chain management
    Oversee a range of further RHSC Initiatives as required

    Desired IMI Director Profile

    A track record of leadership in RH with particular expertise in the area of RH markets in both the public and private sectors
    Proven ability to collaborate with a wide range of partners both in the public and private sectors, with the skills to see and create connections across actors in the RH space
    Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and external conditions
    A demonstrated interest in learning and ability to turn learnings into actionable strategies
    Ability to help build consensus among different institutional interests towards common goals and priorities
    Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize disparate opinions and input

    Required Experience

    Master’s degree in public health, public policy, or related field plus a minimum of 12 years of progressively responsible professional experience in RH supplies
    Demonstrated experience in
    building and managing relationships at global, regional, and national levels with technical and implementing partners, donors, multilateral organizations, governments, local organizations, academic institutions, and the private sector
    collaborating with the commercial sector: identifying and establishing new initiatives with private sector partners especially manufacturers of RH supplies, drawing upon a broad knowledge base – from the principles of private sector engagement to the art of making deals
    networking and communications in the RH markets space including effectively conveying buyer and seller concerns
    Minimum five years of management or supervisory experience with demonstrated people management skills including ability to give and receive constructive feedback
    High-quality written and oral communications geared to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences, and proven ability to make presentations to and facilitate meetings of small and large groups
    Fluency in English (speaking and writing) required; fluency in French and/or Spanish, highly desirable
    Availability to travel nationally and internationally; travel, estimated at 15 percent
    Must have legal authorization to work in a PATH office location

    Apply via :

    path.silkroad.com

  • Inclusion Specialist

    Inclusion Specialist

    Job Overview / Summary:
    The Inclusion Specialist will be based in a sub-team responsible for leading the overall thematic area of Inclusion within VPRU, promoting more inclusive humanitarian programming at the IRC, rooted in a strong analysis of context, power, gender and how intersecting aspects of identity may result in discrimination, oppression, and exclusion. The Inclusion Specialist will provide direct technical support to a wide range of projects mainstreaming inclusion globally. Our current inclusion portfolio focuses on mainstreaming inclusion in Violence Prevention and Response programming and has recently focused on the inclusion of women, adolescent girls, children, persons with disabilities and older people as well as people with diverse SOGIESC. Under this thematic area of inclusion, the Inclusion Specialist in collaboration with the VPRU Inclusion Advisor holds responsibility related to VPR Program Implementation, Strategy Development, Business Development, and external/internal representation in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
    Major Responsibilities:
    Reporting to the VPRU Inclusion Advisor – Strategy and Learning Team, the Inclusion Specialist provides project-specific technical support for the thematic area of Inclusion within VPRU. The Inclusion Specialist may directly supervise consultant-based, term-limited positions as needed. They coordinate with and support VPRU Country Support Technical Advisors on Inclusive VPR Programming and also coordinate with and support colleagues from IRC’s Program Quality Support Unit (PQSU), Emergencies and Humanitarian Action Unit (EHAU), Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (GEDI) Unit and the AirBel Impact Lab.
    Program Implementation & Technical Assistance:

    Provides timely and quality technical assistance related to the thematic area of Inclusion for a variety of Technical Innovation projects with and beyond VPRU.
    As needed, support the VPRU Country Support team in delivering remote or in-person technical assistance related to the thematic area of Inclusion on the functions of program design, business development and technical capacity building of country programs as appropriate.

    Business Development:

    Support the VPRU Inclusion Advisor with VPR-focused business development opportunities on the thematic area of Inclusion. This may include developing and writing concept notes or proposals for donors, or other materials to build IRC’s ability to resource this work.
    Supports the development and maintenance of up-to-date portfolio of project ideas / concept notes that contribute to the VPRU strategic priorities.

    Support Inclusion Knowledge Management

    Support VPRU and Technical Excellence-level knowledge management efforts including building up and cataloguing a digital resource library based in IRC’s intranet (RescueNet) and BOX alongside relevant IRC colleagues across Technical Excellence, as well as supporting with the development VPR programming-specific Inclusion and Intersectionality Tools.

    Internal Representation and Coordination:

    Support the VPRU Inclusion Advisor with coordination and support towards internal representation efforts – ensuring close collaboration with relevant Technical Excellence colleagues and other IRC teams such as the AirBel Impact Lab, IRC’s Program Quality Support Unit (PQSU), the IRC Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (GEDI) Unit as well as the EHAU Violence Prevention and Response in Emergencies (VPRiE) team.
    Participate in VPRU Working Groups as required (including the VPRU Inclusion and Intersectionality Working Group), as well as the GEDI in Technical Excellence Working Group (under the direction of the VPRU Inclusion Advisor).

    Dissemination and External Representation:

    Represents IRC as needed in external meetings and coordination fora (for example the IASC Disability Inclusion Working Group) as well as related events such as Humanitarian Practice Network Week (HNPW).

    Key Working Relationships

    Position reports to: Inclusion Advisor, Strategy and Learning Team – Violence Prevention and Response Unit (VPRU)
    Position directly supervises: N/A
    Regular internal (IRC) contact with: Fellow members of the Strategy and Learning Team including the STAs for Technical Innovations, as well as PRoL, WPE, CP representatives from VPRU’s Country Support team; IRC country program staff in selected countries; VPRU MEL Advisors; TechEx Program Quality Support Unit; IRC’s Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (GEDI) Unit, and the EHAU Violence Prevention and Response in Emergencies (VPRiE) team.
    Regular external contact with: Key Inclusion External Stakeholders; Global and Country-level Protection and Inclusion fora.

    Personal Specification:
    Skills and Experience:

    A minimum of 3 to 5 years demonstrable, progressively responsible experience in inclusive practice within humanitarian programming including but not limited to gender, age, disability and diverse SOGIESC inclusion and/or protection mainstreaming.
    Understanding of learning and best practice as well as existing external policy and practice landscape around Inclusion in humanitarian response including humanitarian architecture structures for representation at an Inter-Agency level.
    Experience leading capacity strengthening activities around the theme of inclusion as well as working in close collaboration with CSOs, Grass-Roots Organisations and Representative Organizations to build meaningful and equitable partnerships.
    Understanding of (and ideally experience managing) knowledge management platforms to support organisation-wide capacity strengthening around the theme of inclusion in humanitarian programming.
    Proven ability to operate in a complex organisation, across functions and work on own initiative and collaboratively as part of diverse teams;
    Prior work with the thematic areas and a strong understanding of the existing external policy and practice landscape around Inclusion including humanitarian architecture structures for representation at an Inter-Agency level.
    For this position, fluent oral and written English is essential. Ability to work in French or Arabic is desirable due to operating context of the current inclusion portfolio.

    Apply via :

    rescue.csod.com

  • Regional Institutional Partnership Development Advisor

    Regional Institutional Partnership Development Advisor

    Key performance areas and main responsibilities

    Proactively identify and seek donor intelligence on new institutional funding opportunities that match beneficiary needs, organizational priorities and donor requirements.
    Support and coordinate the development of high quality concept notes and funding proposals for submission to institutional donors.
    Proactively engage donor agencies, regional networks and other stakeholders in fostering relations for collaborations and funding.
    Provide grant management and administration support for effective and efficient implementation of institutionally funded programs with a diverse group of donors, partners and staff.
    Identify, organize and facilitate capacity strengthening in proposal development, project design and management for MA’s through apprenticeship, webinars, trainings and knowledge transfer.
    Explore new opportunities for innovation mainly through research and close monitoring of cutting-edge approaches and dynamics in international development.
    Liaise closely with other internal functions and external stakeholders to guarantee compliance to organizational standards and to seek synergies wherever possible
    Lead and/or participate in cross-functional processes to enable SOS Children’s Villages to maximize its long-term net income and number of institutional partnerships
    Represent IPD Team in meetings/projects/workshops as appropriate
    Provide support in consortium formation processes
    Support Member associations in pre-positioning the organization funding opportunities
    Keep up-to-date with donor policy developments and trends, in the development and humanitarian sectors.
    Proactively engage donor agencies, regional networks and other stakeholders in fostering relations for collaborations and funding.
    Facilitate and coordinate institutional funding activities such as cross regional Capacity building, Knowledge sharing and partnerships between General Secretariat (GSC), Promoting and Supporting Associations (PSA) and National Associations (NAs) and external stakeholders.

    Requirements

    We are looking for a seasoned professional with minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in grant writing and acquisition, donor contract management and partnership and network building.
    Master Degree in International Development or other relevant studies OR 8 years’ experience in a similar role
    We are looking for an English speaking candidate. Proficiency in both English and French Language is a plus
    Proven results in institutional partnership development in Africa, preferably within an international NGO/donor organization. Make sure your letter of motivation mention some of the successful proposals you have developed.
    Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision to meet tight deadlines
    A good team builder, innovative and creative, demonstrating high professional standards
    Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment
    Experience in partnership/Consortium development and management.
    Proven track record of successfully training, developing/mentoring support staff in a decentralized environment
    Ability to represent the organization at high level forums

    Apply via :

    careers-sos-kd.icims.com

  • Consultancy on External Debriefing and Professional Supervision for Case Workers

    Consultancy on External Debriefing and Professional Supervision for Case Workers

    Scope of consultancy
    DRC GBV, PSN and CP units in Kenya (Dadaab, Kakuma and Nairobi) want to carry out a debriefing & supervision exercise aimed at ensuring the overall mental wellbeing of their staff. The selected consultant(s) will be expected to conduct this exercise for the staff involved and thereafter submit a report.
    Key tasks with list of ‘key activities’, under each responsibility.
    Consultant is expected to;

    Conduct a meeting with the team in order to create rapport by establishing objectives and expectations of the group.

    In supervision:

    Provide guidance on issues of burn out, case management and psychosocial support.
    Guidance in terms of career progression.
    Share learning/refresher.

    In debriefing:

    Conduct a Psycho-education session on coping mechanisms and professional development.
    Make recommendations to the team on how to improve and sustain professional and personal growth.
    Conduct a group and /or individual (when necessary) supervision exercise/session with case workers to handle complex situations/cases.

    In reporting:

    Submit a final debriefing report with the analysis, conclusions and recommendations.

    Review four key questions which include;

    what are we trying to accomplish? – Where did we hit (or miss) our objectives? – What are our outcomes? – What should we start, stop, or continue doing?

    The consultant should submit high quality reports within 15 days after completion of the activity not personalizing individual views/sentiments.
    Any other duty relevant to debriefing and supervision.

    Methodology
    The consultant may employ the use of the following methodologies while conducting the sessions;

    Experiential learning
    Reflective activities
    Peer review
    Supervision
    Role plays
    Refresher on counseling skills and theories

    Key deliverables/outputs
    The consultant is expected;

    To identify group challenges and develop opportunities for growth.
    To enhance self-care practices to prevent and manage burnout
    To provide a safe environment for staff to reflect, share both personal experience and best practices.
    To provide a group supervision exercise for the team to enhance team work and cohesion
    To promote individual and team support towards emotional resilience
    To submit a final report with recommendations.

    DRC’s responsibilities
    For field assignments, DRC will provide the consultant’s accommodation and meals on full board. DRC will also compensate travel expenses including taxi costs to and from the airport/bus station to the facilitation Venue.
    Note: The consultant will provide necessary materials needed for facilitating the sessions.
    Reporting Arrangements

    The consultant will report to the Team Leader for the activities.
    The facilitator will liaise with the team leader and supply chain for travel arrangements.

    DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT
    The consultancy period shall be for 3-5 days (specific dates may vary per region/field office). The final report must be submitted to DRC within 15 working days after the exercise.
    EXPECTED PROFILE OF CONSULTANT
    The consultant must have;

    Advanced degree in counseling from a recognized institution and must be certified by Kenya Association of Professional Counsellors (KAPC) or any other relevant body.
    Over 10 years in counseling, training and counseling supervision.
    Experience in offering trauma counselling and supervising counselors dealing with trauma cases.
    Must have skills and experience in conducting supervision, debriefing and team building activities.
    Experience in conducting debriefing, supervision and teambuilding for individuals working with refugees and those working in conflict and post-conflict areas, is an added advantage.

    Bids can be submitted by email to the following dedicated, controlled, & secure email address: tender.ken@drc.ngoWhen Bids are emailed, the following conditions shall be complied with:Failure to comply with the above may disqualify the Bid.DRC is not responsible for the failure of the Internet, network, server, or any other hardware, or software, used by either the Bidder or DRC in the processing of emails.DRC is not responsible for the non-receipt of Bids submitted by email as part of the e-Tendering process.Bids to be submitted ONLY electronically.

    Apply via :

    tender.ken@drc.ngo

  • Program Support Officer Programme Management Assistant Special Assistant to Chief of Staff, P3 Science Communication Specialist Project Officer

    Program Support Officer Programme Management Assistant Special Assistant to Chief of Staff, P3 Science Communication Specialist Project Officer

    Responsibilities

    Under the direct supervision of the Head, Environment Policy Unit, Law Division, the consultant will work with a team of experienced professionals in the area of youth engagement and empowerment to strengthen the outreach and impact of the work streams of the Branch. The work to be undertaken will contribute directly to UNEP’s core focus on youth engagement and those related to Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs). The work will be carried out in cooperation and consultation of the relevant Divisions and Units of UNEP as well as the MEA Secretariats.

    Specific Responsibilities Include

    Develop, initiate and roll out activities related to youth engagement in support of MEAs belonging to chemicals, waste, ozone cluster and biodiversity cluster.
    Provide technical support on actions in support of ongoing work of the Branch related to youth in Africa and Caribbean regions.
    Develop an operational plan for strengthening youth engagement across the Branch activities for effective implementation of MEAs belonging to the two thematic clusters of MEAs identified above.
    Develop and strengthen the youth alumni network and the knowledge management platform already established under the ACP MEAs 3 programme.
    Develop communication and outreach material, including for social media for effectively communicating youth related actions under the Branch.
    Liaise and communicate with relevant youth programmes, within and outside UNEP and identify linkages to work of the Branch and build synergies.
    Develop training and mentoring plans for the youth as needed in skill development, in consultation with youth partners focusing on MEAs.
    Prepare reports, briefs and presentations on youth related work on MEAs and support outreach actions through online channels.

    Qualifications/special Skills

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in environmental sciences, social sciences, ICT or environmental law with two years of relevant experience is required
    A first-level university degree in environmental sciences, social sciences or environmental law, ICT or related disciplines in combination with four years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in programme / project management related to environmental law is required.
    Experience in drafting review documents, meeting reports and assessment papers related to Environmental management/law is required.
    Having social media skills is an advantage.
    Knowledge and experience relating to Multilateral Environmental Agreements is an advantage.
    Experience in data collection and/or undertaking research will be an added advantage.

    Languages

    Fluency in written, oral skills in English is required. Additional language proficiency will be an added asset.

    go to method of application »

    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  

    Apply via :