Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

Director of Programme Operations

Job description
ROLE PURPOSE: ROLE PURPOSE:
As a member of the Senior Management Team, Director of Programme Operations (DPO) shares in the overall responsibility for the strategic direction, leadership and management of the Kenya Country Office. The DPO is responsible for the timely and quality implementation of Save the Children’s programmes in Kenya, the leadership oversight of 5 field offices and the management of and reporting on all donor awards with a value of US$18.5 million in 2018. The DPO ensures the provision of operational and logistical support to programmes and enables Save the Children to prepare for and effectively respond to emergencies and humanitarian crises.
Contract Duration: 1 year
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

As a member of the Senior Management Team:
Demonstrate “collective leadership” of the Country Programme, taking responsibility for and appropriately representing decisions to staff and partners.
To practise behaviours that are consistent with Save the Children’s Mission, Vision and Values and ensure their broader application by staff across the Kenya programme.
To develop and lead the implementation of the strategic direction of Kenya Programme, its objectives, priorities and strategies, in alignment with our Theory of Change.
To ensure the good stewardship and financial health of the organisation, monitoring income and expenditure within an agreed financial framework and allocating resources to ensure strategies can be achieved.
To monitor, review and evaluate progress made by the Kenya Programme in a systematic manner, and design and lead the implementation of action plans to address identified gaps and weaknesses in systems and procedures.
To formulate, approve and monitor effective policies, procedures and standards for the Kenya Country Office that are consistent with the regulations of the GoK and Save the Children and relevant to the local context.
To represent Save the Children’s Kenya Programme to the external world by maintaining and developing external relationships with GoK, donors, partners, communities, beneficiary groups and others.
To take responsibility for the whole Kenya programme by taking active measures to promote Save the Children’s culture and values, create a positive working environment and celebrate success.
Help establish, maintain, and improve active and regular working relationships with: host government authorities at central and county level, donors, partner agencies including major institutional donors, and local and international NGO
Support the development of an organisational culture that reflects our full spectrum values, promotes accountability and high performance, encourages a team culture of learning, creativity and innovation, and frees up our people to deliver outstanding results for children and excellent customer service for our Members and d
Stand in as Acting Country Director as required, with authorities specified in the Scheme of Delegation.
Oversight and Management of Programme Operations
Responsible for overall coordination of programme operations and delegated responsibility for field delivery of high quality programming in line with the objectives of the Country Strategic Plan 2016-18.
In collaboration with the Director of Programme Development and Quality (DPDQ), develop Save the Children’s programming, as well as effective and efficient allocation of Country Office resources to achieve strategic goals and commitme
In close coordination with the DPDQ, Director of Finance and Awards Manager participate in programme proposal processes and ensure that all programmes are implemented in accordance with award agreements, are completed within time and on budge
Working with the DPDQ, participate in conceptualizing and designing cost effective, innovative and high quality programmes to serve difficult to reach and most deprived child
Serve as overall budget holder for all programming at field level; manage and support budget holders for individual projects and awards.
Ensure programmes are implemented in ways responsive to the communities and children in line with Save the Children principles, values and strategic plan and following Save the Children compliance proced This includes working with government and national NGO-partners to strengthen national capacity.
Ensure preparation of timely and high quality progress reports, programme reports, and donor reports in coordination with Technical Specialists, Finance
Reporting staff and Reporting and Documentation Coordinator.
Provide leadership to the Area Programme Managers of field offices within Kenya, as well as to other posts specified above.
Logistics, Procurement and Inventory
Ensure that the CO logistics staffing capacity and systems meet the SCI Minimum Operating Standards and are able to satisfy the programming requirements.
Ensure appropriate and adequate emergency logistics procedures are detailed in the Country Office Emergency Preparedness Plan in order to enable rapid scale up.
Provide leadership to the CO Logistics department ensuring that all CO logistics activities (fleet, assets, transport, supply chain, base setup etc) are coordinated and regular analysis ensures efficient and effective services are provided for implementation of programmes.
Ensure goods and services procured are cost effective and of standard quality through maximum use of FWAs and Pre-Qualified Suppliers.
Ensure procurement processes are effectively implemented with responsible oversight from Procurement Committees in each office. Operationalize and regularly update inventories in all locations, using the organisation’s Total Inventory Management system (TIM).
Humanitarian Response Management
Strengthen the country office readiness to respond to emergencies in line with global SCI’s humanitarian goals and benchmark
Ensure that the country office designs, updates and implements a full set of humanitarian preparedness actions, drawing on SC member input and resourc
Mount appropriate and timely responses at scale to all emergencies consistent with established benchmarks, plans and organizational policies, and in close cooperation with incoming surge te
Ensure that all country office staff across departments and sub offices are familiar with, adhere to and implement the procedures and processes detailed in the Rules and Principles for humanitarian re
In coordination with Country Director maintain consistent and coherent engagement in key inter-agency emergency preparedness and response coordination mechanisms including the KHPT system.
Staff Safety and Security
Work with the Safety and Security Manager to ensure that the staff and assets of Save the Children Kenya are safe and sec
Ensure that all safety and security minimum operating standards and in country guidelines and procedures are met by area offic
Work closely with the Safety and Security Manager to promote a culture of security awareness and duty of care amongst staff in area teams including strict adherence to all Standard Operating Procedures on a daily basis.
Representation and Networking
Proactively seek and maintain, active and regular working relationships with – host government authorities, development, humanitarian and corporate donors and partner agencies, the UN system, and local and international NGO
Interact regularly with the international donor and NGO community to ensure awareness of SC programmes and to collect up to date information about the plans and programmes of other ac
Staff Management, Mentorship, and Development
Manage the programme operations team; define expectations, provide leadership and technical support as needed, and evaluate direct reports regularly.
Work closely with Director of HR to ensure the recruitment, training, and promotion of operations staff, including area office staff, and ensure the availability of appropriate professional development opportunities for staff.
Incorporate staff development strategies and Performance Management Systems into team building process.
Establish a result based system and ensure follow up for line reports and their line reports.
Ensure that all staff understand and are able to perform their role in an emergency.
Manage the performance of all staff in the program operations work area through:
The effective use of the Performance Management System, including the establishment of clear, measureable objectives, ongoing feedback, periodic reviews and fair and unbiased evaluations.
Coaching, mentoring and other developmental opportunities.
Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance.
Documentation of less than satisfactory performance, with appropriate performance improvement plans or work plans.

October 24, 2024
Country Director – Kenya Chief of Party, Multi-Year Assistance (Food for Peace) – Kenya

Program / Department Summary
Mercy Corps began working in Kenya in 2009 to address the societal wounds following the 2007 post-election violence. Since that time, Mercy Corps has built a robust and diverse portfolio in Kenya that is working to address structural causes of poverty and injustice and to strengthen systems that enable men, women and children to access opportunities, participate in and contribute to peaceful democratic processes, and thrive in the face of ecological and social change. To do this, we deliver integrated programming to strengthen market and governance systems, address the root causes of conflict, and equip vulnerable populations- in particular youth, women, adolescents and marginalized social groups- with the skills, opportunities and resources they need to be healthy, productive and to drive the development of their communities. Working with a diverse base of donors that includes the UK Department for International Development (DFID), European Commission (EC), United States Agency for International Development (USAID), United States Department of State (USDS), Google.org, MasterCard Foundation, Coca Cola Africa Foundation, and Nike Foundation, Mercy Corps empowers people to recover from crisis, build better lives and transform their communities for good. We work closely with the private sector, civil society and governance structures at local and national levels to facilitate change and ensure that opportunities are inclusive of all Kenyans.
General Position Summary
The Mercy Corps Kenya Country Director is an innovative and visionary leader responsible for resourcefully managing all programming in Kenya to deliver impact, harness innovative solutions and influence lasting and systemic change. Building on a strong foundation of programming that has improved the lives of more than 650,000 Kenyans, s/he will continue to oversee the delivery of high-impact, multi-sector programming that is accountable to both beneficiaries and donors. Placing a high value on innovative solutions to development issues and creative partnerships, s/he will position Mercy Corps to access funding opportunities that strategically connect programs into a cohesive country portfolio, guided by a long-term strategy. With a total budget of approximately $20 million, the Country Director has full supervisory responsibility for the country team, and is responsible for building a cohesive team that works together to deliver high-impact programming across the country.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Strategy & Vision

Communicate a clear and compelling vision of Mercy Corps’ strategy for Kenya to inspire team members, donors, government stakeholders and partners to support the country objectives and development.
Build strategic partnerships and relationships to achieve the vision outlined in the country strategy.
Set direction for the country team by prioritizing and organizing actions and resources to achieve the objectives outlined in the country strategy.
Lead country strategy development and annual country planning using a collaborative process.
Leverage headquarters and regional technical support teams to support program design and delivery in line with Mercy Corps’ best practices.
Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcome. Remain current with development thinking, including adaptive management, systems thinking, complexity, social impact, value for money, etc.
Develop and organize activities to secure resources for programs and convince stakeholders to provide support.

Team Management

Develop the capacity of the team, deepen understanding of their roles and support career development.
Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance and reach objectives.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one-on-ones and performance reviews.
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem-solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.
Hire, orient and lead team members as necessary. Ensure that staff onboarding is timely, comprehensive and consistent

Program Operations Management

Apply Mercy Corps’ M&E principles and framework to programs and ensure the country’s overall strategy includes effective, timely reporting systems for all donors.
Ensure effective, transparent use of resources in compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies/procedures.
Oversee budget management of sub-grantees/sub-contractors, if applicable.
Build and maintain operational systems that ensure proper administrative support for programs, as well as segregation of duties between finance and operations.
Fulfill Mercy Corps’ Program Management Minimum Standards based on the organization-wide guide.
Ensure all interventions adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards.
Support country teams to improve data collection, management, and use to build a culture of adaptive management, high-quality program performance, and learning.

Finance & Compliance Management

Coordinate overall country budget; manage budget within approved spending levels and establish an annual cash flow plan to ensure a steady and adequate supply of funds for program activities.
Build and maintain operational structures that ensure proper segregation of duties between finance, administration and logistics and fully support field programs.
Build and maintain an environment of collaboration among program, finance, operations and human resource team members resulting in optimal support for program activities.
Ensure program implementation is on time, on target and on budget, using effective M&E systems to reach desired impacts.
Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations related to programming.
Draft and/or review scope of work to hire and manage any technical consultants, including review for technical efficacy and contract budget.
Work with auditors to facilitate their work and then work with the country team to make changes based on their findings and recommendations.

Influence & Representation

Represent Mercy Corps programs with national and international media and participate in community activities as appropriate.
Develop and maintain productive and collaborative relationships with internal and external constituents such as private partners, consortium partners, local governments, foundations, the private sector, and other stakeholders.
Anticipate needs, understand donor pool and contribute to shaping donor’s views on development.
Explore, evaluate and present innovative funding opportunities that support the objectives for the country as a whole.
Demonstrate flexibility, resilience and ability to maintain positive relationships and composure.
Maintain high ethical standards and treat people with respect and dignity.
Exhibit awareness of his/her own strengths and development needs.
Communicate effectively to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are met.

Security

Liaise with the VP of Operations, Regional Program Director, and Africa Security Advisor on crucial events, high-risk periods, and incident reporting and security policy changes.
Manage security and safety of the entire country team and Mercy Corps assets according to best practices, MC operating standards and field realities.
Ensure the safety and security of staff members through regular review and adaptation of security protocols and procedures including the country security plan. Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning
As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.
Accountability to Beneficiaries
Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Supervisory Responsibility: 9 direct (BRACED Program Director, Chief of Party LMS, PEACE III Program Director, EUTF Program Manager, Google Impact Labs Program Manager, Operations Manager, Finance Director, Human Resources Manager, Program Quality and Learning Manager) and 100 indirect staff.
Accountability
Reports Directly To: Deputy Regional Program Director
Works Directly With:, HQ-based Program, Operations, Finance, Compliance, Fundraising and Technical Support Unit; Staff involved in multi-country and complex programming (based in Uganda, Ethiopia, Jordan, etc.)
Knowledge and Experience

BA/S or equivalent in relevant field required; MA/S preferred.
7-10 years of field experience in international relief and development programs, including demonstrable success in managing (large, complex, transitional) development programs.
5 years of senior-level leadership, capacity building and field management experience.
Demonstrated success managing and bringing together a multi-cultural team with team members in multiple offices.
Demonstrated success representing complex programmatic objectives to diverse stakeholders in order to position Mercy Corps as a strong implementer and thought-leader with donors, development partners, government and other stakeholders.
Successful and proven negotiation, communication and organization skills.
Demonstrated experience multi-tasking and success in securing funding for country programs.
Demonstrated success working effectively and respectfully with host country government,private sector, INGO, NGO partners and other stakeholders in complex environments.
Proven skills in financial and grants management; prior experience with USAID, DFID, and other key donors preferred.
Internationally recognized qualification in project or program management or a commitment to obtain the qualification in the early months of work.
Excellent oral and written English skills required; proficiency in Kiswahili is a plus.
Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team in a sensitive environment.
Previous work experience in countries where travel to insecure areas is required, and management of programs in insecure locations.
Capacity to respond to emergency and disaster situations as appropriate.

Success Factors
The successful Kenya CD will skillfully represent programmatic priorities of the agency to donors and regional partners while providing effective leadership to the Mercy Corps program team. S/he will have high emotional intelligence, constructive mentoring skills and proven experience with capacity building and will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level. The role is a hands-on position and success will be determined by the level of direct engagement in program development, oversight of projects, fundraising for new projects and representing the agency to stakeholders. The successful CD should welcome multi-tasking and taking an active role in program design and overarching strategy. Successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and challenging environments, and make effective written and verbal communication a priority.
Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions
The CD is based in the capital city – Nairobi. The location is accompanied and secure. Housing is family accommodation with unlimited freedom of movement beyond the house/office. There are many international schools in Kenya. Staff have a high degree of access to services (medical, electricity, water, etc). This position requires 35% travel by road and air to field offices in often insecure environments.
Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.
Fostering a diverse and open workplace is an important part of Mercy Corps’ vision. Mercy Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment.

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October 24, 2024
Regional Humanitarian Nutrition Adviser (ESA)

Fixed term contract for 12 months
Do you want to be part of an organisation that fights for children every single day? We are looking for a committed and experienced nutrition specialist to join us as Regional Humanitarian Nutrition Adviser (ESA), based in East Africa.
In our Humanitarian department, we fight for children every single day. We integrate emergency and development work, through our country programmes. We increase our capacity to meet the assistance and protection needs of children and their families affected by crises. We go the extra mile – and we don’t rest until the work is done.
As the Regional Humanitarian Nutrition Adviser you will be a member of the Regional Technical Team, the Save the Children Emergency Nutrition Working Group (ENWG) and will play an important role in coordinating and working closely with other SCI Member technical staff in Kenya and SCI Regional Office staff in East and Southern Africa. In addition you will:

Provide technical oversight to a large and dynamic humanitarian nutrition portfolio in the ESA Region, to support the delivery of quality humanitarian nutrition programs
Deploy to the field at short notice to set up new humanitarian nutrition programmes, and provide technical and project management support to country level Nutrition Specialists for humanitarian response including advisory visits as needed.
Provide quality and adaptive Monitoring, Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) tools and support to country programmes to ensure understanding of high quality programming, operations and advocacy in humanitarian nutrition programmes
Support country programmes and head office in the recruitment of humanitarian nutrition staff and ongoing mentoring to support staff development in humanitarian nutrition settings
Identify opportunities and progress existing partnerships with external health and nutrition institutes in the region, and UN agencies, to increase humanitarian nutrition capacity in the region
Represent SC in various technical and nutrition advocacy initiatives and partnerships and lead on specific areas of advocacy and representation directly related to humanitarian nutrition programming
Liaise with the relevant external regional stakeholders including donors, learning institutes, UN and NGO representatives identifying opportunities, synergies and partnerships for SC’s humanitarian nutrition work.

To be successful you will have significant and progressive experience in the field as well as regional or head office level in the implementation and management of humanitarian nutrition programmes. You should also be nutrition professional with post graduate qualifications in nutrition or a relevant subject. In addition you will have:

Proven experience in management of humanitarian nutrition programs
Experience of contingency planning/emergency preparedness planning
Experience of working with nutrition cluster coordination mechanisms in country and practical understanding of the cluster approach at country, regional and global level
Experience in team leadership and management with highly developed writing skills
Strong communication skills at a level appropriate for high level external representation and ability to tailor communications to different audiences.

At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
If you share our belief in the power of children, join the fight. It takes relentless determination, creativity and a real commitment to real change. Because every child should be able to make their mark on their world, and help to build a better future. We look forward to hearing from you.
Closing date: 3rd January 2019
Start date: 20 January 2019 (dependant on international police checks and references).

October 24, 2024
Education Specialist (Data Must Speak), P-3, Temporary Appointment, ESARO, Nairobi, Kenya

Job Details
Through the “promise renewed” commitment, and as part of efforts to strengthen organizational capacity to support quality education for all children, UNICEF has re-emphasized its focus on equity which is at the core of the 2018-2021 Strategic Plan. Guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Millennium Declaration and Education for All (EFA), UNICEF works to ensure the right of all children to education. One of the key outputs under Goal Area 2 “Every child learns” in the 2018-2021 Strategic Plan is “Countries have strengthened their education systems for gender-equitable learning outcomes” within which community participation in education is one of the five dimensions of an effective education system for learning outcomes.
In order to support progress towards the achievement of this output, UNICEF designed the “Data Must Speak” (DMS) initiative and successfully submitted funding proposals to the Global Partnership for Education and to Hewlett Foundation for its implementation. The DMS initiative: i) provides direct field support and capacity building of Ministries of Education for the design and use of monitoring tools enhancing social accountability/community empowerment and equitable education systems/management; and ii) supports analysis, dissemination and use of data on the impact of community involvement on school resources and performance. Started in 2014, the initiative is, in 2018, jointly implemented by Headquarters’ (HQ) and Regional Offices’ education teams in eight countries (incl. Madagascar, Namibia and Zambia and soon to join Angola). There is an increased demand from Country Offices (COs) of the Eastern and Southern Africa Region (ESAR) to be part of it. While not all interested countries may join the initiative formally, reforms can be implemented to align the treatment they apply to data in alignment with DMS principles to ensure wider use and strengthened community participation. To meet the increase in demand, the additional support of a data specialist is required.
Under the guidance of the Regional Education Advisor and direct supervision of the Education Specialist (RBM), the incumbent will be part of the Basic Education and Gender Equality unit of the UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO). The incumbent will also work in close collaboration with the System Strengthening, Innovation, Data and Evidence for Results (SIDER) team at UNICEF Headquarters Education as well as other colleagues of the Basic Education and Gender Equality unit of ESARO and other UNICEF regional offices. She/he will have close collaboration with other sections of UNICEF ESARO, in particular the Communication for Development (C4D) unit, and with Country Offices, staff of other UN Agencies, and Government officials, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors ensuring successful UNICEF education programme implementation in Eastern and Southern Africa.
How can you make a difference?
The Education Specialist will

provide direct field support and capacity building for the design and use of monitoring tools enhancing social accountability/community empowerment and equitable education systems/management for the implementation of the DMS initiative in ESAR;
monitor the implementation of DMS activities in participating countries to facilitate cross-pollination, South-to-South cooperation and alignment with UNICEF’s global and regional strategic priorities;
support analysis of data on the impact of community involvement on school resources and performance and its communication/dissemination in a user-friendly manner; and
serve as the technical regional focal point for the implementation of the recommendations of the formative evaluation of the DMS Initiative.

Major duties and responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Education Specialist (RBM) and with regular guidance from the Regional Education Adviser, the Education Specialist (DMS) will provide the following:
1. Build capacity and provide support to CO education teams and Ministries of Education for the design and use of monitoring tools enhancing social accountability/community empowerment and equitable education systems/management for the implementation of the DMS initiative, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Capacity building of CO staff and Ministries of education for designing monitoring tools, such as district/school profile cards and education equity indices.
Quality assurance of education indicators and data to be used in monitoring tools and related support to Education Management Information System (EMIS) strengthening
Technical support in collaboration with the C4D regional and HQ section for an effective plan for the dissemination and use of the monitoring tools

2. Monitor the implementation of DMS activities, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Effective and timely implementation of DMS in the participating countries
Cross-pollination and South-to-South cooperation
Support to alignment with UNICEF’s global and regional strategic priorities

3. Support analysis of data on the impact of community involvement on school resources and performance and its communication/dissemination in a user-friendly manner:

Support country-level analyses of available evidence on the impact of community/parental participation on school resources and performance, using EMIS and MICS data
Technical assistance and capacity building of CO staff and Ministries of education in disseminating and applying the results in education and C4D programming and planning.

4. Serve as the technical regional focal point for the formative evaluation of the DMS initiative, focusing on the achievement of the following result:

Lessons learned from the DMS activities in ESAR countries are reported and used for knowledge exchange within ESAR and more globally for informing the next implementation phases of the DMS initiative.

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

An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Social Science with a major focus on statistics or economics, or equivalent.
A minimum of fiveyears of relevant professional work experience at national or international levels in fields relevant to education economics and/or education Monitoring and Evaluation.
Experience working in the UN or other international development organization an asset.
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
The functional competencies required for this post are:

Leading and Supervising (I)
Formulating Strategies and Concepts (II)
Analyzing (III)
Relating and Networking (II)
Deciding and Initiating Action (II)
Applying Technical Expertise (III)

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

October 24, 2024
Art & Culture Liaison Officer

General Position Summary:
The Art & Culture Liaison Officer will coordinate arts & cultural productions & support Media training alumni/student productions in Dadaab.
He/she will ensure proper planning and execution of creative based projects that are facilitated by refugees and host community creatives, students and alumni. This includes but not limited to planning, scheduling & all other pre-production activities, project management and co-ordination, team supervision and skills mentorship.
Essential Functions

Coordinating project progress from pre-production, production to post production.
Managing and supervising community based artists during productions.
Coordinating student & alumni projects within the Media Training in Dadaab.
Reading, researching, assessing & recommending concepts, scripts & artistic projects.
Building and developing a network of artist’s contacts within the Refugee camps and host community.
Maintaining and updating FilmAid contemporary technical skills.
Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, codes of practice and health and safety laws on productions.Human Resource Management
Supervision and providing direction to community artists.
Participate in the recruitment, interviewing and selection of well-qualified CBO’s/Consultants.
Continuous assessment, identify staff training and development needs, support staff to improve their talent and knowledge through mentorship and coaching as needed and provide training to Creative & Content staff.
Ensure staffs under your supervision have clearly defined work objectives, individual/team work plans and understand their responsibilities.
Promote staff development and suggest opportunities for staff training.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Degree or Advanced Diploma in Performance Arts/ Visual Arts/ Digital Media or Art & Design.
Experience in community and / or participatory media production.
Minimum of 2 years working experience in production/ media house/ art centre.
Good working knowledge of Film production process.
Good working knowledge of theatre/ visual arts production.
Background in community media, communications for development, participatory education/media/development or related disciplines (either through diploma or 2 years of experience)Competencies
Embodies the complete production and has the ability to comprehend and discern production dynamics.
Available and reliable at all times and during preproduction (and staging for theatre)
Hands-on and detail-oriented.
Good knowledge of both film, theatre and arts production process.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Good presentation and negotiation skills.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Financial skills and the ability to budget and manage the budget.
Confidence, assertiveness and motivational.
Researches and remains current on the developments and applications of latest production technology or methods.
Builds and maintains a network of contacts in the arts and culture sector.
Experience supervising or leading or being part of a cross-functional production unit.
Media training skills.
Content management and distribution experience/skills.
Social Media skills.

October 24, 2024
Programme Finance Analyst

Position Number: 00135948
Reports to: Chief Technical Advisor (CTA)- UNCDF
Position type: Fixed-term Appointment FTA
Funded by: LIFT Somalia project resources
Duration: One year
Grade: NOB
Approved Grade:
Position Classified by:
Classification Approved by:
Organizational Context
The UN Joint Programme on Local Governance and Decentralized Service Delivery in Somalia (UN JPLG) is a five-year joint programme comprising of ILO, UNCDF, UNDP, UN-HABITAT and UNICEF. Local Investments for Transformation (LIFT) in Somalia project is aligned with JPLG in programming, objectives and focus areas, specifically supporting UNCDF interventions that complement JPLG.
The Programme’s overall goal is “creating an enabling environment for improved service delivery and greater stability, through improved legal, policy and system frameworks – building the knowledge of those working in and with local governments.” JPLG commenced in April 2008 and has now entered its third phase (2018-2023). It expanded geographically with average annual work-plans and budgets of USD 25 – 32M / year. JPLG works with the Federal Government of Somalia, the Governments of Puntland, Somaliland, South West, Jubbaland, HirShabelle, Galmudug, local governments, communities and non-state actors.
Under the JPLG/LIFT projects, UNCDF among others is specifically responsible for providing technical assistance fiscal decentralization, local revenue mobilization and implementation of a discretionary Local Development Fund(LDF) modality for enhancing locally prioritized service delivery and enhancing capacities for sub-national Public Financial Management (PFM)
UNCDF supports the review and development of policy, legal and regulatory frameworks for fiscal decentralization and local revenue mobilization including innovative approaches for resource mobilization that leverage the private sector, diaspora and financial institutions. UNCDF also focuses on drafting proposals for upgrading the Inter-Governmental Fiscal Transfer(IGFT) systems in Puntland and Somaliland and preparing the design for a state-level IGFT system for the new Federal Member States(FMS). In coordination with Somali government counterparts, UNCDF will also support design and establishment of Local Government Finance Commissions in Puntland and Somaliland; drafting and validating of financing strategies and a dedicated financing vehicle for Mogadishu; development of Capital Investment Plans (CIP) and LG Financing Strategies; and research on a mobile platform for diaspora funds mobilization.
Within this context, UNCDF seeks to hire a Programme Finance Analyst, (NOB) who will report to UNCDF Chief Technical Advisor (CTA), also based in Nairobi, Kenya. The Programme Finance Analyst is responsible for ensuring effective programme and financial management of UNCDF and for supporting the planning, budgeting, reporting on and monitoring of the UNCDF programme activities.
The incumbent will also lead the administration functions. The Programme Finance Analyst will also support the CTA, and work very closely with the Programme and finance staff based in Somalia field locations, to manage the monitoring of programme activities as well as financial reporting to the donors and HQ. The incumbent is expected to work with minimum supervision and able to carry out delegated donor liaison roles, including support to resource mobilization on a autonomous basis.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Summary of key functions:
Support programme planning, implementation and monitoringEnsure effective UNCDF financial management and management of partners / donors’ agreements.
Effective management of Grants, Pre-Payments and financial reporting cycles, related to UNCDF’s management of the Local Development Fund; Supports knowledge building and knowledge sharing.
Ensure implementation of operational strategies, adapts processes and procedures for knowledge management and reporting.Liaison with donors and UNCDF program counterparts

Support programme planning, implementation and monitoring:

Support UNCDF in the monitoring of the annual work plans, within the overall goals and objectives set out in the programme documents
Support programme management through initiating and reviewing of the various narrative and financial reports.
Support the monitoring and evaluation of activities as well as tracking progress on the various action plans
Provide input into planning and developing of innovative initiatives for the programme.
Monitor the execution of donor agreements and guide partner agencies on implementation timeframes and budgets.
Support the overall management and supervision of programme

Ensure effective UNCDF Programme Financial and Administrative management :

Prepare programme budget estimates and strategic budgets on an annual and bi-annual basis or as required in conjunction with the programme technical team, with attention to the specific requirements of various donors and government partners.
Regular monitoring of expenses and submission of financial reports to programme management and to donors as per the schedules.
Provide financial analysis of the programme budgets and expenses.
Monitor programme budget implementation and ensure that expenditures are within the approved budget allotments and in conformity with UN financial rules, regulations and procedures.
Provide guidance to UNCDF’s programme assistants and finance staff on financial and budget related issues, in the preparation of IPSAS compliant reports and build their capacity for effective management of all funds.
Review and ensure that effective financial controls are in place and are being implemented.
Draft all financial management related correspondence for the programme
Update and track the programme delivery rate periodically and on request
Provide inputs for UNCDF budgets and manage receivables and expenditures
Harmonise partner agencies financial and other reports with donor reporting requirements
Effective administrative support to UNCDF’s contribution to the JPLG.
Coordinate UNCDF’s administrative functions (logistics, correspondence, knowledge management) and assist the CTA and overall UNCDF team on such matters.

Supports the effective management of Grants, Pre-Payments and Financial Reporting cycles related to UNCDF’s management of the Local Development Fund, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Proper control of the supporting documents for payments and financial reports for UNCDF / JPLG; preparation of all types of vouchers for development and management projects and on-behalf of client agencies; PO vouchers; and follow-up for payment execution.
Maintenance of the internal expenditures control system which ensures that vouchers processed are matched and completed, transactions are correctly recorded and posted in Atlas; travel claims, MPOs and other entitlements are duly processed.Timely corrective actions on un-posted vouchers, including the vouchers with budget check errors, match exceptions, unapproved vouchers.
Set up a system which allows for the overall tracking of local governance expenditures against the agreed to budgets and work plans for the local governance project, using the Atlas codes.
Undertake analysis of expenditure reports and alert the UNCDF CTA to factors such as slow or rapid disbursements against the work plans.

Ensures implementation of operational strategies, adapts processes and procedures and knowledge management:

Supports the strengthening of the internal controls over all financial processes, in compliance with corporate requirements.
Identification of programme implementation and operational challenges and recommend solutions to address them
Contributes towards UNCDF’s knowledge products based on lessons learnt, experiences and other available relevant information.
Contribute to knowledge networks and communities of practice

Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the overall efficiency, and effectiveness of the programme operations as it relates to the use of corporate resources in the following areas:
Effective implementation of programme activities under UNCDF
Effective management of the programme, programme budget(s) and expenditure;
Efficient and accurate financial reporting;
Accurate and timely follow-up and support for reporting obligations of UNCDF.

Competencies
Detailed list of competencies can be accessed through https://intranet.undp.org/unit/ohr/competency-framework/SitePages/Home.aspx and hiring managers are encouraged to familiarize themselves for more information
Core Competencies

Innovation

Ability to make new and useful ideas work

Level 4: Adept with complex concepts and challenges convention purposefully
Leadership

Ability to persuade others to follow

Level 4: Generates commitment, excitement and excellence in others
People Management

Ability to improve performance and satisfaction

Level 4: Models independent thinking and action
Communication

Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform

Level 4: Synthesizes information to communicate independent analysis
Delivery

Ability to get things done while exercising good judgement

Level 4: Meets goals and quality criteria for delivery of products or services

Functional/Technical Competencies

Knowledge Management and Learning
Shares knowledge and experience
Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
Level 4: Apply & Adapt: Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area of expertise
Development and Operational Effectiveness
Ability to perform a variety of specialized tasks related to Results Management, including support to design, planning and implementation of programme, managing data, reporting.
Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, implementation of new system, including new IT based systems.
Level 4: Apply & Adapt: Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area of expertise
Self-Management
Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Remains calm, in control even under pressure
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Level 3: Implement & Manage: Exercises skills and knowledge independently, demonstrating ability to manage self and team responsibilities, in area of work
Recruitment Qualifications
Education:
Required Skills and Experience:
A Master ’s Degree in Finance / Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, Operations, Social Sciences or any other related field, or a bachelor’s degree with 2 additional years of relevant work experience as outlined below.
Experience:

A minimum of 2 years of cumulative professional work experience in the area of programme, operations and financial administration / management, with Master’s Degree, (3) years’ with specialized license in the relevant area and (4) years’ with Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
Previous work experience in an international, multilateral or civil society organization, preferably in a multi-cultural setting.
Substantive programme finance management experience with a UN Organization is considered a distinct advantage.
In-depth knowledge of programming and reporting aspects of Local Development Fund modality and related capacity development aspects is a requirement
Hands on experience with ATLAS and IPSAS is a requirement
In-depth knowledge of UN policies, Joint Programmes in Somalia is considered a strong asset.
Understanding of programming aspects fiscal decentralization interventions and related local0 revenue mobilization aspects
Hands on experience with capacity development, organizational development and advisory work
Experience in Resource Mobilization (RM) & Partnerships is an advantage
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), knowledge of spread sheet and database packages, and experience in handling of web-based management systems.
Work experience in the UN Grants management, accountability and reporting in the UN system is a requirement.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in written and spoken English.

October 24, 2024
Grants Coordinator – Africa

Job Description

Do you enjoy managing relationships with international institutional donors?
Do you have a passion for grants management as well as business development including fund-raising, donor liaising and proposal writing?
Full time, 1 year Contract (view to extend), based in Nairobi, Kenya.

An exciting position, working across the Africa region to monitor the program implementation and financial management of existing grants, for the purpose of complying with all program and funding guidelines of awarding organizations including institutional donors. In this role, you will also lead the development and implementation of fund-raising and business development strategies for the Africa Region (including donor mapping and engagement plans) as well as support grant application and proposal development. You will build the capacity of staff in the Africa region in both grant management and business development, and build effective working relationships with staff to ensure each project or program is meeting grant agreement conditions and expectations.
To be successful, you will have tertiary qualifications and knowledge of institutional donor requirements, business development and grant coordination with experience in program management with international donors, e.g. DFID, DFAT or USAID. You will have experience developing grant applications and possess the ability to identify and develop risk minimization strategies to ensure adherence to donor and grant requirements. You will have excellent written and interpersonal skills, strong relationship management skills, with the ability to communicate professionally at all levels, across donors, partners, and management. Critical to your success will be your positive and self-motivated approach, as well as organizational and time management skills to ensure you manage conflicting deadlines.
This role, based in Nairobi (Kenya), will be part of the Africa Regional team covering Burundi, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Rwanda. To be eligible to apply for this position you must have the appropriate right to work in the country where the job is locate

October 24, 2024
Policy Officer NGO

This position is open to qualified candidates; female candidates, are encouraged to apply.
The Transfer Management Team is responsible for the management of all transfers (cash, vouchers and in-kind) to beneficiaries through the SCOPE platform, as well as coordination with external stakeholders on cash-based programming. In this context, the Programme Policy Officer will report directly to the head of the WFP transfer management team and will have a dual responsibility:

Co-lead the inter-agency Cash Working Group (CWG) on behalf of WFP, and
Work with the Somalia Country Office as part of the Transfer Management Team, to support the WFP cash operation implementation.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the work of the inter-agency CWG for Somalia as per the CWG TORs. Ensure smooth communication and information sharing in the CWG. Facilitate regular CWG meetings and provide technical support on cash-related issues discussed in the group. Update and liaise with the Programme Unit on the discussions and progress of the CWG. Liaise closely with WFP and partners on CWG progress and strategic direction.
Provide analysis supporting the determination of appropriate transfer values. Conduct analysis of minimum expenditure baskets in collaboration with VAM.
Support the increasing engagement of cash actors on safety nets.
Perform ex-ante and ex-post modality selection and effectiveness analysis for WFP interventions as per need and in accordance with team work plan.
Support SCOPE processes and act as focal person for WFP’s Somalia Area Offices for support on specific aspects of SCOPE (to be determined).
Participate actively in the internal WFP Somalia cash-based transfer working group and provide updates to the working group as needed.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

University degree in one or more of the following disciplines: economics, agriculture, international affairs, business administration, social sciences, development studies or a field relevant to international development assistance.
Minimum 3 years post graduate, progressively responsible job-related experience in one or several of the areas humanitarian and/or cash programming, inter-agency coordination, information management and/or qualitative/quantitative data analysis.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English is a requirement.
Knowledge & Skills:

Knowledge and experience in cash-based interventions is required. Experience working in Somalia or other fragile contexts is desirable.
Knowledge of Humanitarian Safety Nets.
Proven professional experience in the related fields with ability to work independently on technical matters with minimum supervision.
Demonstrated experience in liaising with donors and establishing innovative partnerships.
Excellent writing and communication skills in English; ability to produce excellent quality document and reports and policy documents.
Ability to work under stress and achieve results under very tight deadlines.
Experience in working with other UN agencies and partners in issues of hunger, malnutrition and food-based programs and capacity development.
Experience in organizing workshops with government agencies and partners at national and sub national levels.
General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing the area of work is a plus.

October 24, 2024
Emergency Response Officer – WASH

Contract: 3 Years Fixed Term Contract (with possibility of extension)
This post is offered as either a UK based post or a national post based in Kenya or Zimbabwe.
UK: Starting salary of £33,316–£36,110 per annum.
Kenya: Salary of Kshs 3,159,173 – Kshs. 3,869,984 per annum.
Zimbabwe: Salary of USD $33,352.00 – $40,858 per annum.
Job Purpose
The Emergency Response Officer (ERO) – WASH has a global remit to contribute to the delivery of effective and high quality humanitarian assistance to new and ongoing humanitarian crises. As part of CAFOD’s Emergency Response Team – involving frequent travel at short notice – the ERO provides technical field level and remote operational support as well as supporting the implementation and maintenance of systems and procedures for ensuring good practice and meeting sectoral standards on accountability and programme quality. Working with partners is central to CAFOD’s humanitarian response and the ERO will play an important role in improving and developing the capacity of partners to prepare for, mitigate the impact of, and respond to disasters by providing support, knowledge and building long-term capacity. All roles undertaken by the ERO will have the aim of achieving peace, security and recovery in accordance with CAFOD’s mission and values.
Job Scope
A key component of this role is to be a part of CAFOD’s Humanitarian Department global emergency response surge capacity – providing immediate, usually short term support to our humanitarian response teams in the field, as well as remote support. This role will be expected to be able to support a wide range of humanitarian responses, as well as technical expertise in Water and Sanitation.
CAFOD’s humanitarian response comes before during and after emergencies. Our three core approaches are:

Capacity building of partners, in areas such as Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), programme management, food security, nutrition and financial management.
Facilitation, in which we work alongside partners to help ensure the delivery of a programme. This is our most common way of working.
Implementation, where CAFOD takes on a more direct implementation role in the delivery of a programme when local partners lack the capacity to scale up rapidly.

Accountability
The post holder is line managed by the Senior Emergency Response Officer. During specific emergency responses task management may come from other managers within CAFOD or its partner organisations. The role does not have permanent line management or budget responsibilities.

October 24, 2024
Social Scientist

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a dynamic, innovative and ambitious researcher to bring the power of qualitative social science to impactful research and development programs that can address major global challenges of poverty, malnutrition and climate change. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the efforts of international agricultural research to support the transformation of the world’s agri-food systems into more inclusive, sustainable and profitable sectors.
About the position:
This Social Scientist will ensure that CIP’s ongoing and evolving research and development programs can make use of methodologies and insight from qualitative social science so that they can contribute effectively to answering strategic research questions of broad significance. Secondly, the Social Scientist will ensure that this research is carried out at excellent standards and results in impactful publications and can influence future research and policy design. The position will be part of CIP’s global Social and Nutrition Sciences Division and will work closely with Program Leaders and scientists across disciplines and countries. The position at least initially has a strong anchor in CIP’s Sweetpotato Program with a focus on Africa and South Asia but is relevant for all of CIP’s programs. The position will report to one of CIP’s global Program and Science Division Leaders and will be based in Nairobi, Kenya or another location pertinent to this position.
Key responsibilities:

Provide science leadership across CIP’s program portfolio for the application of qualitative social science to addressing strategic research questions related to human and institutional behavior change and benefits and risks from agri-food system transformation.
Work closely with science leaders and research and project teams to identify key social science research priorities in current and evolving projects and develop research strategies and plans for addressing these.
Implement high quality and impactful social science research, in coordination with other science disciplines as appropriate, that generates significant new knowledge of international relevance.
Produce peer-reviewed publications as lead author and contributing author in high quality journals, based on this research.
Present research findings at international conferences.
Develop new and innovative research projects or program components on cutting edge social science questions and mobilize resources for their implementation
Develop and manage productive research partnerships with universities and research institutes of international stature.
Contribute to program reporting and communications with development partners to ensure that findings from qualitative social research help strengthen CIP’s credibility and influence
Who are we looking for?
PhD in a relevant social science discipline with a strong focus on qualitative methodologies.
At least 02 years of relevant work experience in qualitative research methods pertinent to addressing strategic questions for CIP in the wider context of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Excellent track record of original research and peer-reviewed publications based on qualitative social science methodologies.
Sound understanding of current literature on behavior change, gender, youth, social inclusiveness, resilience and systems approaches.
Excellent leadership skills to promote effective collaboration within research teams and across research partnerships.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Proficiency in French or Spanish is an advantage.
Willingness and ability to travel and work in resource-poor, rural areas.

Why should you consider this opportunity?
CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
CIP is a member of CGIAR, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.
What are we offering?

Exciting career opportunity in an international organization.
Internationally competitive salary, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive international insurance coverage.
Attractive retirement plan.
Three-year term contract with the possibility of renewal.
Work in an equal and diverse workplace.
Exciting career opportunity in an international organization.
Internationally competitive salary, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive international insurance coverage.
Attractive retirement plan.
Three-year term contract with the possibility of renewal.
Work in an equal and diverse workplace.

October 24, 2024