The Position: Under the supervision of Inclusive Livelihoods Project Manager, the Inclusive Livelihoods Project Officer will lead in technical assessment, development, planning and implementation of the inclusive livelihood project activities targeting Persons with disabilities in Kakuma refugee camp in line with Handicap International Tanzania-Uganda-Somalia-Kenya (TUSK) strategy
S/he will be responsible for
1. Implementation of project activities
Providing technical leadership in the implementation of activities as defined in the concept while respecting all donor and HI guidelines and requirements.
Supporting and assisting Livelihood consortium partners to ensure delivery of all inclusive Livelihoods activities
2. Monitor, reporting and evaluation
Follow up the implementation of the activities and filling in on a regular basis the data collection tools drafted by the Project Manager.
Working with the data assistant to ensure accurate and up to date data is available for all project activities, and support in the production of quality donor and internal reports
3. Acting as the liaison with project partners
Planning regular meetings with partners and stakeholders
Ensuring that the meeting agenda is clearly set out and communicated in advance to the participants
4. Providing support and capacity building for implementing partners
Identifying the need for training of Livelihood implementing consortium partners in Kakuma refugee camp
Supporting, designing and developing training plans, training curricula and training materials and make sure they are validated by the Technical Advisor(s) and the Project Manager
5. Contributing towards the development of the project
Participating in the assessment of gaps and needs in the sector of intervention and exchange information with the Project manager
Participating in review of strategies and project planning
6. Management and supervision of staff under his/her line management
7. Respect of HI identity, rules and policies
Qualifications and skills required:
Education:
Bachelor degree in Business Management, Business development or any other relevant discipline preferred
Diploma in microenterprises management
Minimum of 2 years practical experience in project implementation
Experiences:
3 years of professional work experience in Livelihood centered approaches on poverty and vulnerability reduction,
In-depth understanding of disability as a driving factor of vulnerability and poverty affecting persons with disabilities
Excellent interpersonal, networking, communication, negotiation and facilitation skills
Professional Skills:
Monitoring and Evaluation
Cash Forecasting
Facilitation skills
Report writing skills
Proposal writing
Public relations
Great attention to detail and organization skills
Strong computer skills especially Excel and databases
Strong analytical, writing and communication skills
Excellent oral communication, good spoken and written English
Excellent interpersonal, networking, communication, negotiation and facilitation skills
Very good knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet and electronic messaging system
Behavioural Competencies:
Relational capabilities.
Enjoy working with persons with disabilities.
Languages: English: read, write and speak fluently
Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit
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Inclusive Livelihoods Project Officer
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Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Reference: 5250-14N24033
Purpose of Position: The position holder will lead a team for the implementation of project performance monitoring, evaluation and humanitarian accountability systems.
The incumbent will promote understanding of M&E process to World Vision teams, partners, beneficiaries and donors.
The position holder will assist project teams to develop and implement tools to ensure beneficiaries are informed of project goal, implementation methodologies, beneficiary selection criteria, project timeline and entitlements. He/she will monitor adherence to World Vision/donor food assistance standards.
The incumbent will take lead in assessment and baseline processes to promote quality design and to help measure project impact. With the support of the Cash and Voucher Project Manager the position holder will facilitate donor engagement to ensure integration and mutual accountability.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure quality and timely assessment and Evaluations are conducted to support design, (re)design of projects and measure impact:
Coordinate all facets of assessment/baseline process
Spearhead dissemination of assessment/baseline findings to appropriate stakeholders both internal and external
Ensure accountability mechanisms are in place and functional to achieve measurable improvement in community engagement, information-sharing, coordination, complaints and response handling:
With guidance and mentoring from Quality Assurance and Strategy Manager establish Community Response Mechanisms (CRM):
Conduct community level HA assessment and advise on appropriate mechanisms for recording complaints, receiving feedback, and providing feedback and responses to WV and partners;
Establish Community Feedback Mechanism;
Procure and distribute appropriate HA tools and information materials to facilitate the functionality of CRMs initiated.
With guidance and mentoring from Quality Assurance and Strategy Manager, manage Community Response Mechanism (CRM):
Receive, record and analyze feedback from all CRMs established;
Together with Cash and Food Assistance Manager, review feedback findings and determine course of action to be taken;
Provide communities with WV feedback in a timely manner;
Monitor the implementation of recommendations by project teams;
Analyze feedback trends on a quarterly basis to provide management with accountability learnings
Intentionally, regularly informally and formally consult with Beneficiaries, non-beneficiaries, Government and other agencies to receive Feedback on our Programs, commitment and Staff conduct;
Ensure beneficiaries are informed of project implementation strategies, beneficiary selection criteria, project timeline and entitlements:
For district level program, develop and implement specific project site information provision plans;
In support of project teams, prepare information materials, inclusive of translation, contextualization, and procurement;
Provide technical guidance to project teams/partners to implement information provision guidelines;
Develop and update a list of key project contacts
Ensure monitoring and evaluation tools are implemented to track and measure project performance:
With guidance and mentoring from Quality Assurance and Strategy Manager, implement the project performance M&E tools to track indicators in line with the project Log frames, DIPs, ITTs, M&E Plans:
Implement accountability and monitoring tools in target communities;
Identify and document Most Significant Change stories on a quarterly basis
Ensure information sharing between WV, donors and partners in support of integration, mutual accountability and good working relations:
Develop and share periodic reports: OSM, MBFSM, PDM and HA;
Prepare recommendation matrices and track actions taken by stakeholder;
Organize quarterly review meetings between WV project teams and WFP teams and prepare and share notes;
Assists management in efforts to promote integration and resource-sharing between WV and donors:
Prepare integration meeting minutes
Prepare project level scope documents to facilitate mapping purposes/information sharing across agencies
Ensure timely, accurate reporting:
Prepare and submit periodic monitoring reports to the Cash and Voucher Project Manager in a timely manner:
Monthly narrative report
Monthly Onsite Monitoring reports
Monthly Market Based Food Security Monitoring reports,
Quarterly Post Distribution Monitoring reports,
Work closely with Project Manager and compilation and dissemination of Mid-Term project progress report
Map out and report the project contribution to Annual CWB reporting.
Organize review meetings to inform project teams about issues identified and agree on the course of action;
Prepare and share monthly recommendation matrices and track action taken by the different project stakeholders including project Management, WFP, beneficiaries and community leaders, etc.
Ensure staff under management are well-trained and performance managed:
Ensure performance management tools are in place for teams under management;
Ensure adequate training for teams under your management to implement their duties;
Ensure succession plans are in place;
Provide on-the-job mentoring to field staff, reviewing work and encouraging career development where possible;
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
Educational level required: Bachelor’s Degrees (development field);
Technical Training qualifications desired: M&E skills
Experience 2 years of experience with M&E and accountability
Other: Experience in data management and computer skills
Working Environment / Conditions:
Work environment: Nairobi- based
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Operations Associate
Key Competences Required;
Bachelors of Arts or Bachelor of science degree
MINIMUM Seven (7) years in a progressive in an Operations
The candidate MUST have experience working in a Tourism industry for a minimum of five years.
Good communication skills and Leadership skills
Strong willed, Mature with excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent Planning, organizing, results and quality oriented analytical thinking.
Responsibilities (Summary):
Overseeing all operations and logistics matters
Authorising all vehicles movements and repairs required.
Ensuring that efficient and cost effective purchase of goods and services on behalf of the organisation
Mentoring the operations department team
Responsible for maintaining and ensuring all company operations licences, permits required by the Local Authorities and the Kenyan Government are up to date.
Help put in place organisational changes
Oversee that an up to date record of all inventories is properly entered in the Inventory system.
Representing the organisation in conciliation meetings if needed to ensure that operations is seamless.
Note: This does not comprise of the detailed Job description for this role.
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Food Security (Livelihood) Specialist
Ref. nr.: 3239072857
Job description
Develop Food Security (and Livelihood) strategy, technical guidance and Macro LFAs
Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Contribute to fundraising, develop and revise funding proposal, budgets and donor reports
Identify trends technical standards and donor priorities
Follow up on compliance with contractual commitments within Food Security (and Livelihood), ensure high technical quality and synergies in project implementation
Provide technical direction and project implementation support
Ensure that key learnings are extracted from CC implementation, and incorporate them in CC and staff development processes
Provide systematic training and build capacity of technical staff
Represent NRC in relevant forums/working group and clusters, including with national authorities and donors
Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy
Develop a country livelihoods strategy mainstreamed through NRC’s Core Competencies and implementation plan in consultation with the ME Department taking the lead when required of specific assessments
Assess and analyse the current livelihood coping strategies of refugees (and vulnerable local populations) in targeted areas.
Identify the socio-economic profiles of the assessed population (main wealth-groups/socio-economic categories of the population characterized in terms of household composition; livelihood assets; shelter condition, income sources; exposure to food insecurity);
Assess and Identify priorities, opportunities, constraints and capacity-gaps for accessing employment/livelihood opportunities
Lead skills, value chains, markets assessments / analysis in targeted areas
Develop recommendations and operational guidance’s of which type, when and where NRC should apply Cash Based Intervention in targeted areas (camps and out of camps), consulting key stakeholders at each stage.
Ensure that M&E procedures for CBIs are, understood followed and adapted to the context: review and adaptation of assessment and monitoring tools for the CBI (pre intervention, during and post intervention), contributing to the development of systems to improve targeting, appropriateness and to reduce the risk of aid diversion and conflict of interest by program staff, local authorities and local partners.
Identify multipurpose cash and vouchers program modalities suitable for Core Competencies integration (beneficiary targeting criteria, community mobilization approaches, transfer mechanisms and local partnerships).
Undertake and or supervise research and assessments, develop ToRs and ensure quality reports are produced and shared with line manager and as agreed.
In coordination with the M&E Department, ensure that the required quantitative and qualitative data is collected and provided as for ME internal procedures.
Documentation of good practices– case studies, successful programming approaches and lessons learnt
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience of food security and / or livelihood programme in a humanitarian or recovery context
Minimum 5 years of Programme Management experience
University degree in economy, rural development, livelihoods, or related field
Proven track record of setting up and implementing monitoring, documentation and learning systems
Knowledge of food security refugee’s context
Experience with integrated livelihoods programming, enabling the development of livelihoods strategies
Experience of implementation of cash-based programming
Education field
Social science
Education level
College / University, Bachelor’s degree
Personal qualities
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Excellent writing and analytical skills
We offer
Contract period is for 12 months with possibility of extension.
Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions. The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Nairobi
Miscellaneous info
Travel: Some travelling must be expected
Search criteria:
Location: Kenya
Industry: Emergency Relief
Special field: Food Security
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Cohesion Coordinators
This recruitment will be handled by UNV Nairobi Kenya. A candidate could be deployed to other locations outside Nairobi. This position is open for Kenyan nationals only as well as legal residents in the country or territory with the status of refugee/status of being stateless
Required Skills and Experience
A University degree or equivalent qualifications in the Social Sciences, Political science, conflict studies, Management sciences.
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Grants Associate
Summary
Position available for a highly motivated and resourceful Grants Associate with strong writing skills, attention to detail, and ability to take initiative. Reporting to the Institutional Giving Manager, the Grants Associate will serve as an integral member of the Development team. The position requires close collaboration with program staff across all three regional offices – The Americas (New York), Europe (London), and Africa (Nairobi) – and across program areas. This important role will strengthen Equality Now’s capacity to be good stewards of project-related funding, ensuring that we are fulfilling donor requirements, while growing our base of institutional supporters. The role requires the ability to synthesize technical details into a compelling narrative, a respectful and team-oriented working style, and setting up efficient and effective systems for information management and coordination.
Responsibilities for the Grants Associate Job:
Support all aspects of the grant process including ensuring timely submission, follow-up, and contract management.
Coordinate appropriate staff from different departments to ensure the inclusion of necessary information supporting proposal and reporting development.
Assist in the writing of proposals, reports, and other correspondence to funders.
Maintain annual and monthly grants calendar.
Create, organize and maintain donor files and archives
Research relevant grant opportunities and prospective institutional funders.
Track and report on outreach to prospective donors.
Requirements for the Grants Associate Job:
Passion for social justice issues, particularly women’s and girls’ rights and gender equality; understanding of the law, a plus.
At least 3 years of experience in grant-writing and institutional fundraising, particularly with international and multi-lateral donors.
Excellent writing and verbal skills
Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail with accuracy. Fluency in English; French is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to quickly and accurately summarize large amounts of information
Open, thoughtful, and professional working attitude, including the ability to work effectively and respectfully with colleagues and partners internationally.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel; experience in Raisers Edge or other fundraising software, a plus.
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Senior Field Coordinator
Job Purpose/Objective
The Field Coordinator leads IRCs response in the Kakuma Field Site and is responsible for supporting, coordinating and supervising timely and high-quality program implementation, with a specific focus in ensuring effective functionality of all the support functions of the program. The Senior Field Coordinator provides supervision and leadership to both program and operational teams in the field site, ensuring adherence to agreed work plans and reporting schedules as well as full compliance to IRC’s policies in the areas of Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Security and ICT. The Senior Field Coordinator will be responsible for grant management and reporting. The Senior Field Coordinator will be responsible for direct supervision and monitoring Human Resources, Administration, Logistics, Finance and all program functions to ensure strict compliance to all IRC procedures/policies. The Senior Field Coordinator will oversee day to day management of Staff Safety and security during all phases of field operations. The Senior Field Coordinator works in close coordination with the Country Director, Deputy Director Programs, Technical Coordinators, Finance Controller, Senior HR Coordinator and SC Coordinator to ensure that programmatic and operational strategies are implemented in the field site. The Senior Field Coordinator will from time to time represent the IRC Kakuma program in various coordination forums. The Senior Field Coordinator reports to the Deputy Director Operations and will be responsible for the following.
Responsibilities and specific tasks:
Program Management
Oversee the day-to-day implementation of all programs in the field site, providing constructive supervision to the program managers to implement, monitor and evaluate work plans and monitoring &evaluation mechanisms as agreed with the Deputy Director Programs.
In close collaboration with relevant Technical Coordinator(s), lead the field-based teams in the development of new proposals and initiatives for the Kakuma field site in accordance with the country program strategic plan and IRC program framework.
Participate in the development of budgets for program proposals in conjunction with the grants and finance departments.
Grants Management and Reporting
In close coordination with the Grants department and the relevant Technical Coordinator(s), lead field-level Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings.
Review operational aspects of internal and external reports from the field site and ensure timely submission as required
Lead review of Budget vs. Actual expenditure on a monthly basis with staff, ensuring timely and accurate feedback to the relevant Technical Coordinator(s) and the Grants, Finance and Supply Chain departments.
In collaboration with the Technical Coordinator(s) address any over/under expenditure issues through jointly developed corrective plans.
Monitoring & Evaluation
Ensure appropriate M&E activities are carried out regularly by program staff in all sectors (data collection & analysis, monitoring of project progress against established work plans, monitoring of established indicators and utilization of results to inform program (re-)design);
Support in Identifying gaps in M&E systems and make recommendations for improvements;
Strategic Planning
Support the integration of program activities to create coherent, quality and complimentary programming; Specific focus to ensure strong integration of program support functions with direct program related activities
Participate in workshops at field level to establish and monitor annual operating plans for the strategic plan;
Ensure that all project activities are consistent with established best practices and IRC’s Program Framework principles.
Human Resource Management
Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
Ensure all staff in the field site know and understand IRCs Global and in-country HR Policies and the IRC Way Standards for professional Conduct. Document and address breaches of policy and disciplinary issues in coordination with the Senior HR Coordinator in a professional manner and in line with the letter and spirit of the relevant policy.
Ensure the Performance Management cycle is implemented and documented timely for all staff in the field site. Ensure feedback from technical coordinators is sought and incorporated in performance management cycles of program managers and heads of department, including but not limited to technical performance and capacity building needs.
Provide direct supervision to the field site’s HR lead, ensuring recruitment, staff orientation, and payroll preparation, leave management and exit management processes are carried out timely and in line with relevant policies and procedures.
Ensure that staff have capacity development plans in place based on documented capacity needs assessments exercise. Work with the appropriate technical resource (for example the Technical Coordinators) to achieve this
Finance and Supply Chain and ICT Management
In close coordination with the Finance department, lead the development and management of annual, comprehensive and inclusive field operating budgets.
Oversee the financial management of field office operations by the Program Managers, and the Finance staff, including cash management, issuing and tracking advances, ensuring complete and correct use of all finance forms; timely notice to Nairobi of cash transfer needs;
Ensure proper financial, supply chain and ICT management systems and control mechanisms are in place and adhered to in line with the IRC’s global and in-country finance and supply chain policies.
Oversee the carrying out of supply chain support operations by Kakumasupply chain staff, including procurement (both local and through Nairobi), stock management, asset management, vehicle operations, equipment maintenance and repair (including communications and computer equipment);
Provide supervision and leadership to the field site’s finance and supply chain teams.
Review and ensure timely submission of monthly and annual finance and supply chain reports from the field site as required.
Security Management
Act as IRCs Security Focal Point for the field site.
Ensure all staff in the field site know and understand IRC Kakuma’s security regulations; Document and address breaches of policy and disciplinary issues in coordination with the Security Manager.
Monitor the Kakuma security situation, attend security meetings and inform the Security Manager, and SMT where appropriate, of developments through submission of accurate weekly and –where needed- ad-hoc security and incident reports.
Participate in the review and update of the country Security Management Plan.
Assist the Security Manager in developing field specific Contingency Plans, Medevac, Evacuation Plans and SOPs.
Assist the Security Manager with developing training plans for staff and conducting trainings.
Representation and Coordination
Represent the IRC with local government authorities (administrative, sectoral and security officials), non-state actors, UN agencies, NGOs, and donors at the field site level. Engage and or delegate to program staff for sector representation as appropriate.
Represent the IRC with beneficiaries and communities to encourage accountability to those we serve
Upon request by the Senior Management Team, organize and facilitate field visits for stakeholders interested in IRC’s Kakuma response.
Coordinate IRC program activities with relevant officials and other humanitarian agencies;
Assist in the preparation of regular reports to keep partners and stakeholders informed of IRC’s activities;
Key Result Areas
Strategic Leadership in effective program design and implementation, grant compliance with key focus on the IRC Country Strategic Plan and the IRC Global Program Framework.
Effective representation of the IRC in key forums (GoK, Partners, stake holder, donor) articulating IRC programming, country strategies and seeking to strengthen coordination/partnerships.
Continuously monitoring and analysis of the Humanitarian situation/context of Turkana County to inform on strategic design of the IRC programming.
Continuously monitoring and analyzing the safety and security situation within the County that would inform on development of contextual Advisories and SOPs that would ensure staff safety during all IRC operations.
Optimal and effective resource utilization in the overall IRC operations through implementation approaches in both programming and operations
Contribute towards development of the IRC policies, procedures and ensure adherence and compliance by all field staff
Required Qualifications
Graduate degree in Development Studies, International Relations or similar OR relevant technical qualification (Health, Engineering, Livelihood, Gender etc) preferred.
At least 5 years experience of implementing multi-sectorial humanitarian relief or development projects in Africa or similar context preferred.
Required Experience & Competencies:
Experience of working in complex emergency settings implementing and managing either Primary Health, WASH, GBV, Livelihoods, Nutrition or HIV/AIDS programs in emergency or refugee settings.
Knowledge of and experience in working with and coordinating with international and national partner organizations.
Experience managing a UNICEF, PEFPAR/CDC, USAID, ECHO, DFID, EU or OFDA funded project an added advantage
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Budget development, and strong budget management experience
Excellent org. skills with demonstrated ability to manage large amounts of information and prioritize work
Good security management skills preferred.
Good working knowledge of communications systems (satellite communications, VHF and HF radio) preferred.
Good working knowledge of computer software: MS Word, Excel & email applications required; MS Access, Project & GIS preferred.
Personal Characteristics:
Strong sense of personal integrity.
Attention to detail.
Strong supervisory skills.
Ability to multi-task.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Team spirit and problem solving abilities.
Willingness to live and productively work in insecure, unstable and/or harsh environments
Flexibility and adaptability
Desire to learn
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Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist
Purpose of the Position
Under the supervision of the Regional Chief of Programme Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PPME) of UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO), the incumbent of the post will support UNICEF ESARO and all the 21 country offices in the region to strengthen the capacity and performance of monitoring and evaluation systems and the implementation, monitoring and reporting on UNICEF’s evaluation policy. The incumbent will lead the monitoring and evaluation team in the regional office, to track programme performance, commission high quality and ensure the use of evaluations for programming and undertake situation analysis of women and children to guide the design of programme in the ESARO and country offices. Desired Skills and Experience
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
An advanced university degree (Master’s) in Social Sciences, Demography, Development, Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics or related field(s) is required.
A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience, at the national and international levels, in design, conduct and managing research, programme development and evaluation is required.
Previous knowledge and work experience in data analysis and dissemination, research management, social statistics, evaluation design and quality insurance, and use of quantitative/qualitative/mixed methods.
Previous work experience in an emergency duty station and/or humanitarian context is considered an asset
Fluency in English (written & verbal) is required. Knowledge of an additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is considered an asset. -
Voluntourist needed: Children & Education Focused International NGO (Kenya & Indonesia) International Work Study Volunteers Needed: Children & Education focused NGO (Kenya & Indonesia) NGO Co-Directors Needed: Coordinate & Manage Non-Profit Childrens/Education Center (general)
International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is seeking forward-thinking, dynamic individuals of all ages and backgrounds to contribute to our international centers as part of our Voluntourist program. IHF runs childrens home in Nakuru, Kenya Kenya with approximately 50 children, as well as education centers in Bali, Jakarta, Banda Aceh and Medan, Indonesia. As a Voluntourist, you would gain hands-on experience with an international not-for-profit NGO at the ground level and contribute your time and talents to substantially helping provide better opportunities for young people.About The RoleYou will complete four hours of at-center work a day. These tasks vary from center to center, day to day. At our Indonesian education centers, you will teach English to young students for whom English is a tool to secure better jobs in the future. In our childrens home in Kenya, daily tasks will include assisting with homework and organizing projects and activities for the children once they`re back from the schools. At all centers, you will provide the co-Directors with needs-based assistance in the daily maintenance of the centers, becoming a part of the IHF family and integral to the work we do.This is an ideal opportunity to gain first hand experience in international development, but still have time to explore a new place and culture. In Indonesia, our centers offer unique insights into Balinese Hinduism, the busy capital of Jakarta, or the beautiful and wild Sumatra where Aceh and Medan centers are based. Our Kenya center is close to numerous wildlife parks and safaris, while our Thailand center is in the vicinity of incredible temples, waterfalls and scenery. You will have plenty of time to visit these incredible settings, but work must remain a priority. By both volunteering and sightseeing, you will have a unique experience, and hopefully you will leave our center with a better understanding of your surroundings and IHF as an organization.FeeWe provide basic accommodation and food at our centers, where you will live with your co-workers. Unfortunately, as a non-profit, we are unable to provide these amenities freely and we charge a minimal cost of $150 per week for an individual person and $200/week for married couples (subject to availability at the centers). For children under 16 coming with their families, we charge 75$ per week. The maximum duration of our Voluntourist Program is 4 weeks. We are not able to cover travel or insurance expenses or any other related costs, but we will help you with your travel and visa planning.
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Chief of Party
Deloitte invites applications for Chief of Party (COP) position for the anticipated USAID/Kenya Investment Mechanism (KIM). This anticipated 5 year, $50-75 million private sector project will focus on facilitating significant finance and investment in the following sectors in Kenya: Agriculture, Renewable Energy, WASH, and Youth Engagement. The position will be based in Nairobi with travel throughout the country.
Qualifications for Positions
Master’s degree in economics, business administration, agriculture, or a related field preferred;
Minimum 10 years of experience working on USAID donor-funded PSD/EG development programs preferred;
At least 5 years of work experience in private sector enterprise development or financial services in an emerging market economy required;
Proven success in managing large multicultural teams of junior and senior staff in developing countries;
Strong interpersonal skills with evidence of ability to productively interact with a wide range of stakeholders including government ministries, impact investment funds, the private sector, NGOs and other donors;
Experience in Kenya highly preferred;
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity;
Excellent written and oral communication skills