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  • Caseworker Program Integrity Specialist

    Caseworker Program Integrity Specialist

    Primary Purpose:
    This position is responsible for implementing all United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) Field Processing activity at RSC Africa, ensuring that RSC Africa processing priorities and targets are met, that standard operating procedures are strictly followed and integrity maintained throughout the process.
    Essential Duties:

    Achieves and maintains a high performance standard based on a thorough knowledge of, and adherence to, established Church World Service Resettlement Support Centre (CWS/RSC Africa), Department of State (DOS), United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), and Refugee Processing Centre (RPC) policies and procedures regarding current refugee processing eligibility criteria, database, and file management guidelines, the role of US Resettlement Agencies and refugee producing country conditions.
    Travels throughout Sub-Saharan Africa, as assigned, or works remotely to conduct resettlement interviews with refugee applicants, collecting biographical information and establishing refugee claims, in a dignified and professional manner.
    Conducts the AOR Screening and Pre-screening interviews, either in person or remotely, per the daily minimums set by Field Processing Department Management, in a non-confrontational, objective, and dignified manner. This includes:
    Determining case composition and ensures all refugee cases are cross-referenced according to established standard operating procedures.
    Establishing the validity of an applicant’s identity through verification of all demographic and biographic information including, but not limited to, names, nationalities, birth dates, and locations of all immediate family members in order to complete the refugee case history as required.
    Collecting all identity information including photographs, height, and weight.
    Documenting applicant’s persecution claim.
    Analysing, evaluating, and assessing the eligibility of refugee applicants for final adjudication by USCIS officers.
    Prepares cases for USCIS, including reviewing physical file and START database.
    Assists in Adjudications Circuit Rides, which includes completing post-Adjudication review updating fingerprints, and preparing and distributing decision letters.
    Runs Quality Check reports to ensure complete and accurate files, as well as identifies and correct processing errors prior to USCIS adjudication.
    Works with other Programs departments as necessary to properly update cases.
    Assists as needed in preparing for and execution of circuit rides. This may include but is not limited to; requisitioning supplies, assisting GSO in preparation, packing of files, contacting interpreters, clean up at the end of the circuit ride, and other tasks as assigned by the Supervisors.
    Completes and updates all case files and all database records.
    Writes deferrals and info memos for referring agency action, as required.
    Conducts file reviews in accordance with RSC and USCIS guidelines, paying close attention to detail.
    Assists in various administrative tasks including but not limited to: research, locating files, data entry, and case analysis.
    Analyses complex cases in consultation with Supervisors in accordance with established policies and procedures, while remaining open to supervisory direction.
    Trains new staff as required and contributes to the development of Field Processing Department training procedures and their implementation.
    Contributes to the development and updating of processing guides for the Field Processing Department in coordination with Supervisors, Managers and Coordinators.
    Undertakes other duties as assigned by CWS/RSC Africa Management.

    Qualifications:
    Experience:

    Four (4) years paid work experience required
    Casework or previous resettlement/humanitarian experience is preferred.

    Skills:

    Strong verbal and written English language skills;
    Second language is an advantage; Somali, Tigrinya, French, Amharic, Kinyarwanda or Arabic are preferred;
    Demonstrated computer skills, especially Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint;
    Strong organizational and time management skills;
    Meticulous attention to detail.

    Abilities:

    Manage large and diverse workload under pressure with competing priorities.
    Maintain the integrity of official records;
    Analyse and solve complex problems and make sound decisions;
    Work with minimal supervision
    Maintain a high performance standard with attention to detail;
    Work independently and contribute to overall operations of RSC Africa;
    Actively participate in the implementation of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP);
    Accurately type 40 WPM at 96% accuracy;
    Pass the quarterly job knowledge assessments with a score of 80% or higher;

    Education & Certifications:

    Bachelor’s Degree is required (or 4 years of work experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
    Important Requirements:
    Strong English communication skills, both written and oral.
    Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment required.
    Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS’ Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.

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  • Child Minder Monitoring & Evaluation Manager Senior Human Resources and Administration Officer

    Child Minder Monitoring & Evaluation Manager Senior Human Resources and Administration Officer

    Key Responsibilities
    Under the supervision of the Safe House Coordinator, the Child Minder will undertake the following functions:

    Provide direct supervision of all children of the young refugee women residing in the Safe House to ensure their well-being and safety throughout the day, including maintaining proper hygiene, feeding/meal times, changing diapers, supervising nap times, etc.
    Organize and facilitate games and learning activities for the children.
    Report any accidents, including scrapes and bruises, immediately to your Supervisor and the mother of the affected child.
    Report any significant behavioral changes or issues to your Supervisor and mother of the affected child.
    Support mothers in providing proper care and development for their children.
    Maintain an updated inventory of all Safe House goods and supplies, including food, cleaning materials, kitchen utensils, toys, games, etc. and request any new items for your Supervisor to procure in a timely manner.
    Maintain general cleanliness and organization of the children’s areas in the Safe House and ensure the space is hygienic.
    Report all equipment, furniture, or general office breakages to your Supervisor in a timely manner.
    Present yourself for work daily and on time, unless prior approval has been granted by the CEO and your Supervisor.
    Maintain strict confidentiality with regard to each participant served by any and all RefuSHE Kenya programs and the location and details of the Safe House.
    Refrain from sharing any information, data, contacts or photos of RefuSHE Kenya Persons of Concern to a third party.
    Liaise with the security officers on duty to ensure maximum security and a safe environment for the Safe House residents and their belongings, as well as RefuSHE Kenya assets.
    Promote high levels of discipline and peaceful/harmonious coexistence of the residents, respecting their diversity and cultures.
    Ensure effective and careful use of organizational assets assigned to you or put under your custody to facilitate smooth undertaking of your duties. This includes but is not limited to padlocks, emergency batons, torches, and cell phone.
    Perform any other lawful duties that may be assigned to you by your Supervisor.

    Personal attributes

    Enthusiastic and fun-loving with a passion for working with children.
    Extensive knowledge of the needs of toddlers and infants.
    Active listening and intentional, age-appropriate communication.
    High physical stamina and perseverance.
    Decision making, critical thinking, evaluation, and problem solving.
    Ability to provide affection, security, emotional support, and comfort.
    Ability to remain flexible in a dynamic environment and work well in a team.

    Specific Skills:

    Communication skills: Has the ability to communicate effectively both speaking and in writing with girl mothers and other concerned staff about the progress of the children in their care.
    Decision-making skills: Good judgment and the ability to respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies or difficult situations.
    Instructional skills: Able to communicate difficult concepts to young children in a way that they can understand.
    Interpersonal skills: Able to develop good relationships with other staff, children, and girl mothers, and empathetic to children’s emotions and parent’s needs.
    Patience: Able to respond to overwhelming and difficult situations calmly, and to be patient with children who have difficulty expressing themselves or need lots of help in learning new skills.
    Creativity: Able to think of new and innovative ways to engage children in learning.

    Qualifications

    KCSE Certificate.
    A Diploma in Early Childhood Development & Education (ECDE), or a Montessori/DICECE certificate in Early Childhood is preferable.
    Minimum one year’s experience working with children between 3 months and 3 years of age, either in a safe house, day care set up, or children’s home.
    Experience in First Aid.
    Knowledge of safeguarding and other child protection issues.

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    Send your CV and a cover letter indicating your current/last and expected remuneration to hr@refushe.org, citing the position title “Child Minder” in the email subject line, by close of business on 3rd February 2023.We appreciate all applications received, however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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    hr@refushe.org

  • WASH Field Monitor- (6) Positions Shelter Assistant (2) Positions

    WASH Field Monitor- (6) Positions Shelter Assistant (2) Positions

    JOB OVERVIEW:
    Reporting to the Water supply assistant, the field monitor will be responsible for the monitoring of the day to day water supply at the community and timely reporting of any emerging issues to the supervisor. He/she will provide an overall liason role in water supply by linking the community,community leaders and the organization. He/she will ensure prompt communication to the community leaders and community on any delay or unavailability of water in the neighborhood or block.
    Roles and Responsibilities

    Monitoring of EST’s and water access points
    Supervision of gate valve operators to ensure timely water supply to the community.
    Water quality monitoring at household level and at tap stand levels.
    Monitoring routine maintenance and servicing of Boreholes.
    Boreholes data management and BH/EST compound maintenance.
    Monitoring water supply in School; institutions & agencies within the camp.
    Community liaison focal person through Water committees and community leaders.
    Conduct water supply outreach awareness by open campaigns or community Barazas on water management and hygiene.
    Raise community awareness on water issues relevant to the community
    Identify community water issues; needs & problems; & help resolve water conflicts.
    Linkage for block leaders; school; agencies & institutions in water supply monitoring.
    Carryout capacity building for incentive staff and water committees.
    Work together with WASH committees, community leadership in the field in identification of problematic areas, water reticulation systems with a view of providing a durable solution.
    Collaborate with other agencies’ staff in the field during inter agency meetings and field discussions.
    Ensure filing of supporting documentations .
    Reporting of field activities on a daily,weekly and monthly basis.
    Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the team lead.

    Academic and Professional Qualifications
    Education:

    Degree/Diploma in social sciences or water supply technology.
    Certificate in Microsoft office

    Relevant Experience

    Good computer analytical skills
    Background work in humanitarian setting with 2 years relevant experience for diploma holders and 3 years experience for certificate holders.

    Knowledge, Skills & Personal Attributes

    Experience in handling multiple project sites is preferable
    Leadership and mentorship skills
    Ability to work independently with good reporting skills
    Results oriented individual, team player and uphold integrity
    Ability to effectively communicate and deal with team members
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Strong communication skills in English and Kiswahili
    Ability to adopt in a highly changing environment
    Strong leadership, management skills
    Motor cycle riding skills and possession of a valid driving Licence will be an added advantage.

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    This position is based in Kakuma Trukana County, Kenya.We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (2 pages) as one pdf document no later than 29th January, 2023 to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke In your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for taking this post.N/B Indicate the position you are applying for in the subject of the email as ‘WASH FIELD MONITOR-KAKUMA’ . Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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    recruit@peace-winds.or.ke

  • Culture Change Adviser

    Culture Change Adviser

    Main tasks and Responsibilities of the Position:
    Under the broad guidance of the Director of Management, and the supervision of the Director, Change Management, and in close collaboration with Director of Human Resources Management, the incumbent is assigned the following responsibilities:

    Provide leadership and guidance to the overall organization culture transformation of the UNAIDS Secretariat, building on and deepening the Management Action Plan, and applying an intersectional feminist and anti-racist approach in a participatory and consultative process. This includes coordinating the existing corporate and culture change components of current and future change initiatives across the organization to ensure coherence in the content, approaches and communication.
    Lead the development of and socialization of guiding principles and values for the organization culture of the UNAIDS Secretariat, consistent with UN values, and in line with anti-racist and intersectional feminist organizational development principles and the UNAIDS Secretariat mandate.
    Support the implementation of the recommendations of the Gender Action Plan evaluation, and other relevant UNAIDS Secretariat and UN System wide surveys and recommendations (PCB, JIU etc) on actions that aim at improving diversity, equity and inclusion across UNAIDS Secretariat with an anti-racist and intersectional feminist focus.
    Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of relevant and specific projects that facilitates living our values towards an equal, safe and empowering workplace for all staff in all their diversity. This includes the multi-year Learning Journey for an anti-racist and intersectional feminist organization and Respect Campaign for the prevention and addressing abusive conduct.
    Provide strategic guidance to management and senior leadership on culture transformation to model and champion actions aimed at enhancing trust, respect transparency and accountability at all levels and ensures a safe and dignified workplace for all.
    Keep abreast of and provide guidance on relevant state-of-the-art organizational culture change interventions to inform the further refinement of interventions and make recommendations on additional opportunities or actions to further strengthen the culture transformation agenda across all relevant business processes.
    Coordinate the involvement and consultation of external and internal stakeholders, including UN System inter-agency initiatives and working groups, and oversee relevant staff and resources.
    Perform other related duties as assigned under the change management portfolio.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
    Education:

    Advanced university degree at Master’s level or equivalent in social sciences, public health, development, economics, public administration or management, organizational development.
    For internal candidates a first university degree and 9 years of relevant work experience will be considered as equivalent.

    Core competencies

    Working in teams
    Communicating with impact
    Applying expertise
    Delivering results
    Driving change and innovation
    Being accountable

    Managerial competencies:

    Vision and Strategic Thinking
    Leading Teams
    Managing Performance and Resources
    Developing and Empowering Others
    Exercising Sound Judgement
    Building Relationships and Networks

    Experience:
    Essential:

    At least 7 years of relevant and progressively responsible experience, including in change management, organizational development, facilitation or capacity development. Proven ability to build a team culture of collaboration and performance. Substantial experience in leadership role and high level of skill in negotiation and mobilization. Demonstrated qualities of integrity, tact, diplomacy, and good management and communication skills. Ability to manage for results: translate strategic aims into achievable plans. Specific experience in organization culture and change management is an advantage.
    At least 3 years of recent and productive experience in equity and inclusion, with specific and demonstrated focus on organizational culture.

    Desirable:

    Experience in working within the UN System, in particular country and/or regional offices; inter-agency affairs; the development of partnerships and networks; and consultation and facilitation.

    Languages:

    Essential: Advanced knowledge of English.

    Desirable:

    Working knowledge of other UN official languages is an advantage.

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    erecruit.unaids.org

  • ToR for Social Liabilities Consultant

    ToR for Social Liabilities Consultant

    The audit firm shall;

    Identify any legal or contractual liabilities to pay any end of service or to meet similar claims related to social security (e.g. post-retirement benefits, comprising of salary, and support for health insurance for SOS parents).
    Verify if due provision have been made for these claims as mentioned above.
    Identify amount of money available or blocked.
    Indicate the type of obligation (s) the method (s) and the amount (s)
    Review all contractual employment contracts and correspondent to Kenya Labour Laws.
    Review available gaps in the MA policies, Terms and Conditions of Services and contracting language.
    Verify whether the obligations are indeed liabilities according to International Accounting Standards (IFRS) and local Accounting Standards (GAAP)

    Criteria for Proposal Evaluation
    Each bidder shall submit a technical proposal addressing the services requested and detailing how he or she will meet SOS requirements.
    The technical proposal will account for 70% of the total combined score.
    The proposal will be evaluated according to the following criteria;

    Company and Personnel qualifications and technical capacity to conduct the assignment.
    Provider networks on the same tasks (Social liabilities or relevant tasks they have provided and coverage area)
    Proven of Certification and license of finance mathematician with local license.

    Financial Proposal

    The financial proposal shall be evaluated according to the price structure proposed and will account for 30% scoring of the total combined scoring.
    The financial proposal should be submitted in electronic form in Kenya Shillings (KES) in the format normally used by the candidate.
    It must provide sufficient details to allow cost comparison and assessment.

    The candidate/s must, at the very least, specify the cost of:

    Consultant fees.
    Per diem.
    Travel/transportation.
    Other direct costs.

    Qualification of the Company and Personnel Qualification
    The strongest candidates will likely have:

    The professional expertise/certification should have actuary/finance mathematician License or related field.
    For extensive experience and proven track record in External Audit.
    Wide network for National and International coverage
    Provide reliable certification and report.
    Sound experience in servicing international organizations.

    Qualified and Interested candidates are invited to submit their bids for the assignment by 5th February 2023.Proposals received after the deadline will not be accepted.A decision for contract negotiations will be taken within 10 working days, based on a technical and financial assessment of the proposals as outlined below.Detailed technical and financial proposals to be submitted in the English language.Proposals to be submitted in soft copy only to the SOS CV Kenya Procurement department at the following address nationaloffice.procurement@soskenya.org.The Technical Proposal should not exceed 5 pages, and should demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the tasks set forth above as well as the candidate’s capability and capacity to perform the assignment.The following information should be provided in the technical proposal:

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    nationaloffice.procurement@soskenya.org

  • Child Protection Caseworker / Bid Officer

    Child Protection Caseworker / Bid Officer

    Key responsibilities
    Implementation of case management activities for refugee children, their parents, caregivers and families in need of protection at the Refugee camps.

    Child Protection Casework Officer intervenes in the case identification and registration, Case planning, referral and follow-up of the beneficiaries in collaboration Child Protection Volunteers.
    Ensure that the consent/assent to proceed with the case management from both the child, the parent and/or caregiver and legal guardian for unaccompanied children is sought.
    Supervises and provide training for Child Protection Volunteers in structural case management to
    reinforce their skills and capacity to conduct interviews, fill data collection forms, refer and follow-up
    with children at household level.
    Develop an individual action plan for each beneficiary that responds to needs addressed in initial and comprehensive assessments and seek support of the Case Management Senior Officer whenever necessary.
    Establish and maintain positive and efficient relations with target beneficiaries, community members and all the other actors operating in the camp. Seek for synergies to optimize resources and time, and strengthen services for the beneficiaries whenever possible.
    Regularly follow up the assigned case to ensure all services and action points listed in the case plan are carried out within agreed time frames. Ensure that progress is regularly reviewed;
    Regularly monitor and provide support to children and families through visits, providing guidance and advice.
    Work closely with the Psychosocial team members in the identification of psychosocial distress cases and makes appropriate references to Psychosocial team for help.
    Work closely with data team to ensure timely data entry to the IACPIMS and feedback on follow up cases are generated as required.
    Conduct Best Interst’s Assessments and Best interests Determination (BIAs/BIDs) for UASC and other children with heightened Protection concerns.
    Particpance and be able to present Best Interest’s Assessment cases conducted by him/her in the BID panel and action on the recommendations entered by the panelists.
    Timely preparation of progress report including both qualitative and quantitative information on
    BIAs/BIDs activities and put in to situation report, monthly report and quarterly report.
    Ensuring that issues for chld protection are raised and addressed.
    Ensure the placement of children in alternative care adhere to Tdh procedure and with the Kenya
    Guidelines on Alternative Care.
    Be ready to respond to emergency cases.
    Participate in surveys and data collection when required.

    Child Protection

    Promote, and ensure project activities are in line with, child protection principles.
    Ensure the project activities are integrated in the Kakuma child protection system and humanitarian coordination practices and guidelines.
    Report serious cases of abuse on children identified by the project team to the management team.
    Strict confidentiality must be respected.

    Coordination and representation

    Coordinate with CP casework officers, Empowerment team and psychosocial team to ensure programe intagration, case refarrals and BID recommendations.
    Coordinate in the identification, follow up of children in alternative care and monitoring of foster
    parent.
    Work in close collaboration with Tdh partners and other key actors.
    Coordinate with other Tdh sectors to ensure implementation of standardized activities and with other departments (program and support) of Tdh in Kakuma as necessary.
    Participate in fora and meetings in her/his field of expertise, when relevant and necessary.

    Other:

    Work with the Child Protection Senior Officer to provide accurate and timely activity reports.
    Maintain and ensure a culture of strict confidentiality between Tdh staff and non Tdh employees.

    Abuse Prevention Policy – Operational Risk Management

    Commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including: Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and
    Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy.
    Commit to ensure the best implementation possible of the Tdh Risk Management Policies.
    Commit to inform supervisors and to deal with any cases, allegations, or possibility of transgression, even potential, of the Tdh Risk Management Policies.

    Job Requirements:
    Knowledge

    Professional University degree in social work, psychology, social sciences and any other relevant field.
    At least 2 years experience working with vulnerable young populations and/or asylum seekers in need of Protection;
    Experience working with extremely vulnerable individuals and SGBV Survivors in particular, is an asset;
    Good IT knowledge (Microsoft Office, Internet);
    Previous experience with Tdh or another child protection organization is desirable;
    Knowledge of key protection issues in the asylum seekers population and best practices;
    Knowledge of protection system in Kakuma Refugee Complex or similar settings.

    Skills

    Required qualities: proactive, autonomous, rigorous, organized, good communication and interpersonal skills.

    Languages:

    Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Ability to communicate in Turkana language is a plus

    Interested candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to send their applications letter and detailed CVs to KEN.recruitment@tdh.ch.Candidates are required to indicate the position title on the subject line of the email when applying.Kindly note only applications sent to this email address will be considered.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.Closing date for the application of this position is 31st January 2023.

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    KEN.recruitment@tdh.ch

  • Consultancy: Development and Implementation of CDTD Board Leadership and Governance Policy Consultancy: Development and Implementation of a Mentorship Plan for young Women Leaders SGBV Male Champion for the Delivery of Sexual and Gender Based Violence

    Consultancy: Development and Implementation of CDTD Board Leadership and Governance Policy Consultancy: Development and Implementation of a Mentorship Plan for young Women Leaders SGBV Male Champion for the Delivery of Sexual and Gender Based Violence

    Project background:
    In 2021, CDTD was selected as a beneficiary of the URAIA Trust, Women Voice and Leadership (WVL) program, funded by the Global Affair Canada (GAC) through CARE International and CARE Kenya. The WVL project is anchored on Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy (FIAP) which puts gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls at the heart of international development, humanitarian peace, and security. The overarching goal of the project “Building Bridges between Actors and Victims: Strengthening CDTD’s Governance and Organizational Capacity” is to contribute to gender equality and the increased enjoyment of human rights for women and girls in Kenya. WVL’s objective is to strengthen Women Rights Organizations (WROs) in Kenya to enhance their governance, management, programming, and sustainability by enhancing their ability to deliver quality services and increasing the effectiveness of their platforms to effect policy, legal and social change.
    Assignment Objectives:
    It is on this background that CDTD is seeking the services of a qualified consultant or individual to support in the Development and implementation of CDTD’s Leadership and Governance Policy. Having this Leadership and Governance Policy developed and implemented will enhance the capacity of the organization in areas of governance and leadership and that of the board to play its role.
    Project deliverables:
    In a bid to have the Leadership and Governance policy for CDTD developed and implemented, the consultant will be expected to;

    Have a meeting with the CDTD Board, review and assess its capacity, gender balance and determine ways of strengthening and enhancing its capacity to play its role.
    Develop and deliver a CDTD Leadership and Governance Policy within 7 days.

    Duration and timelines:
    This assignment is to be delivered within 1 working day after contracting. The development of the Leadership and Governance policy is to take 3 days. Total Consultation days are 3.
    Qualifications and competencies:

    Demonstrable knowledge and experience in board management, leadership, and governance; or institutional capacity development in the not-for-profit sector.
    At least seven years’ experience in Leadership and Governance.
    Advanced University degree in business, economics, non-profit management, international development, or related field.
    Excellent written and communication skills.
    Excellent leadership, organizational and time management skills.
    Excellent communication skills including in presentations and report writing.
    Excellent spoken and written English.
    Good judgement, pays attention to nuance and detail, takes initiative, high sense of responsibility, tact and discretion, with sensitivity to different cultures.
    Experience in leading and facilitating participatory processes
    Ability to interpret, analyze, and synthesize information

    Duration and timelines:
    This assignment is to be delivered within 1 working day after contracting. The development of the Leadership and Governance policy is to take 3 days. Total Consultation days are 3.
    Qualifications and competencies:

    Demonstrable knowledge and experience in board management, leadership, and governance; or institutional capacity development in the not-for-profit sector.
    At least seven years’ experience in Leadership and Governance.
    Advanced University degree in business, economics, non-profit management, international development, or related field.
    Excellent written and communication skills.
    Excellent leadership, organizational and time management skills.
    Excellent communication skills including in presentations and report writing.
    Excellent spoken and written English.
    Good judgement, pays attention to nuance and detail, takes initiative, high sense of responsibility, tact and discretion, with sensitivity to different cultures.
    Experience in leading and facilitating participatory processes
    Ability to interpret, analyze, and synthesize information

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    For the selection and the award of the contract purposes, eligible consultants with relevant experience in conducting a similar exercise should send their detailed proposals together with their resume to the undersigned via email to procurement @ cdtd.org not later than 23rd January 2023, 1700 hours (EAT).

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  • National Consultant Programme Management Consultant

    National Consultant Programme Management Consultant

    Specific Tasks and Responsibilities
    The consultant “National Land Use Planning Expert” shall report to the Chief, Land, Housing and Shelter Section (LHSS) and shall implement the following tasks and deliver the outputs below:

    Review physical planning processes. The consultant shall review the existing processes followed in preparing Physical Development Plans, including the institutional framework, to identify key aspects that need to be customized for tenure-responsive land use planning on customary land and other land tenures.
    Strategic and technical review of draft documents and reports. The consultant shall review the Uganda National Land Policy, Tenure Responsive Planning- A Guide for Country Implementation, Rapid Physical Planning Appraisals (RAPPA) guidelines, draft National guidelines for the preparation and implementation of physical development plans, Physical planning standards, National Physical Planning Act 2010 and as Amended 2020, and related regulations, reports and research documents on customary land and customary land registration.
    Study and document existing land use planning interventions in the context of customary land. The consultant shall visit selected project sites where land use planning interventions in the context of customary land and another land tenure, document, study and analyse land use planning practices, land tenure and resource patterns with the view to identifying best practise to inform processes and approaches that can be used to guide tenure responsive-land use planning the guidelines and highlighting what works well (or not) in different settings.
    Provide policy, strategic and practical recommendations for conducting tenure-responsive land use planning in the context of customary land registration. The consultant shall make concrete recommendations on the required changes, amendments, and actions considering internationally and nationally recognized frameworks and practices, including providing the justifications for such recommendations for tenure-responsive land use planning during customary, other land tenure registration
    Provide high-level and strategic inputs into the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and Customary land registration guidelines under development or existing guidelines. The consultant shall liaise and engage with experts developing the customary land registrations and ADR guidelines and advice on what and how to assess the current land use planning on customary land and other land tenures in Uganda considering the policy/legal, institutional, and spatial components and requirements of the tenure responsive land use planning in the context of customary land and other tenure land registration.
    Develop tenure-responsive land use planning guidelines for customary land, other land tenure registration and Physical Development Plan preparation. The consultant shall develop the tenure-responsive land use planning guidelines during customary land, other tenure land registration and Physical Development Plan preparation following a consultative process to ensure that the plans are holistic focusing on social, economic, tenure and environmental aspects.
    Undertake the development of an implementation plan for the guidelines. The consultant shall provide advice and input in developing an implementation plan for Tenure Responsive Land Use Guidelines.
    Provide strategic and technical contributions in the advocacy, promotions and approval of the Tenure Responsive Land Use Planning guidelines. The consultant shall promote the Tenure Responsive Land Use Guidelines in the context of customary land, other land tenure registration and Physical Development Plan preparation and in advocating for its approval by the top management of MLHUD and government authorities and their adoption by all key stakeholders.
    Provide technical inputs to the consultative and validation workshop. The consultant shall provide technical inputs to the consultative and validation workshop for the developed Tenure Responsive Land Use Guidelines and incorporate stakeholders’ input.
    Develop the final guidelines and support dissemination of the Tenure Responsive Land Use guidelines. The consultant shall review the final draft guidelines and provide final inputs, additional write-ups and edits and provide other recommendations as may apply to the guidelines.

    Qualifications/special skills

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in physical or regional planning, land management, or another field relevant to this assignment is required.
    A minimum of five (5) years’ experience undertaking projects or assignments related to land use planning or physical planning on customary tenure is required.
    Proven expertise and knowledge of physical/land use planning, policy formulation and analysis in Uganda is required.
    Knowledge in land use planning, sociology, environmental management, land management-related tools, good practices and innovations is desirable.
    Previous experience with UN and/or international organization and government bodies is desirable.

    Languages
    Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other UN languages is an added advantage.

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  • Senior Resource Mobilization Strategy Advisor

    Senior Resource Mobilization Strategy Advisor

    Scope of Work
    PRB seeks the services of a senior resource mobilization to lead and advise PRB’s Africa team on the following:

     Articulate PRB’s approach to localization and partnerships in preparation for a PRB-sponsored event to be held in late February in Dakar

     Develop the background concept for the event.
     Assist in planning and facilitating the event.
     Develop a resource mobilization plan to support implementation of priorities identified at the event, including for development of a PRB partnership model.

     Draft concept notes in French and English for private funders on various topics, including but not limited to meaningful youth participation in governance and self-care.
     Contribute to and review concept note revisions based on feedback from private funders.
     Review success stories and other external marketing communications materials related to localization and partnerships.
     Provide strategic advice, concept review, and introductions to new funders in Nairobi

     Review and revise selected concept notes and proposal submissions prepared by PRB’s Kenya office
     Facilitate partnership discussions, including formalizing of an MOU, with at least one regional partner
     Facilitate PRB Kenya resource mobilization planning/priority setting for the remainder of the PRB fiscal year.
     Make introductions to private funders in the region with whom PRM does not have a relationship.

     Develop governance model for complex project implementation partnership.

     Facilitate governance discussions.
     Review description of governance operations.

    Required Skills and Experience

    Twenty-plus years of experience working on global health and development issues in developing countries in East and francophone West Africa, including in leadership positions for organizations based in those regions.
    A record of accomplishment in resource mobilization from private funders to support global health and development activities.
    Fluency in French and English along with an active network of global health and development partners, including academic and research institutions, policy advocacy organizations, and government partners.
    Deep subject matter expertise and a record of successful fundraising in the East Africa and francophone West Africa following areas : self-care, safe abortion, reproductive health care, and reproductive health policy advocacy.
    Outstanding written and oral communications skills in both French and English.
    Strong preference will be given to individuals based in Dakar, Nairobi, or in the Africa region.

    Apply via :

    workforcenow.adp.com