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  • Associate Strategic Information & Evaluation Officer – Red Carpet Project Senior Project Officer – Red Carpet (SPO-RC)

    Associate Strategic Information & Evaluation Officer – Red Carpet Project Senior Project Officer – Red Carpet (SPO-RC)

    Reporting To: Project Manager
    The goal of the Red Carpet Program (RCP) is to increase engagement and retention for Adolescents and Young People (AYP) 10-24 years old within HIV prevention, care and treatment services in Kenya. RCP targets newly diagnosed AYP for early linkage, antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) initiation and retention in care and treatment and all the other AYP along the HIV treatment cascade with AYP responsive services. RCP is implemented at facility and community levels through peer designed services aimed at reducing the barriers to the access to and utilization of HIV services by AYP. RCP is anchored on fast-track access to services at health facilities through the VIP express card, which guarantees VIP access to all services entry points of HIV care and treatment to the AYP living with HIV (AYPLHIV). The VIP services ensure that the AYP receive HIV service in an environment that is valued, dignified, respected, non-judgmental, beneficial and timely. In order to achieve the deliverables, the Red carpet program works closely with Ministry of Education and the Teachers Service Commission to ensure the adolescents have the required social-structural support to enable them achieve viral suppression. 
    Job Summary
    Based in Homabay, the ASIEO will work to ensure monitoring and evaluation aspects of the EGPAF Red Carpet Project’s agenda of improving quality of integrated HIV services for adolescents and youth through continuous quality improvement, data quality assessments, technical assistance, the expansion of the M&E strategy and plan for the Project are adequately elaborated, documented and reported.
    Responsibilities

    Ensure regular, complete, accurate, timely and quality monitoring of reports from health facilities on all required indicators.
    Data abstraction and collection for the project required indicators.
    Provide timely feedback to the Project and Health Facilities on data for decision making.
    Conduct targeted mentorship and supportive supervision on documentation and reporting at supported facilities.
    Support development and utilization of M&E tools that enhance management and storage of information to ensure integrity, quality and availability.
    Perform monthly data collection, analysis and dissemination on the project progress and performance.
    Maintain a project database and update it on regular basis, as well as upload data into EKMS as needed.
    Guide the project and facility staff on data management and avail data tools in supported sites.
    Review of study data to ensure quality and conformance to the study protocol.
    Oversee and participate in joint DQA at supported facilities.
    Participation in routine data review meetings for supported facilities.

    Requirements

    Diploma/Bachelors in Health Information Management Systems, Information Technology or Health Records and Information from a recognized University
    Minimum of 2 years’ experience working on monitoring and evaluation and data management for a HIV program and Clinical Research
    Familiar with NASCOP tools and PEPFAR reporting systems
    Proficiency in computer packages for generating and analysing reports.
    Research skills an added advantage

    Closing Dates: 7 September 2018

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  • Head of Programme, DDG

    Head of Programme, DDG

    About the job
    The DDG Head of Programme (HoP) has the management responsibility for DDG’s work on Conflict Management and Security Governance in Kenya.  He/she must ensure the timely delivery of planned results to quality, within budget, ensure adherence to applicable and policies, oversee the capacity building of DDG project staff, spearhead fundraising and programme development, safeguard staff and assets, represent DDG’s work in Kenya and on cross border initiatives towards internal and external stakeholders, including DDG donors, contribute to planning, coordination and learning within DRC/DDG Kenya and the organisation as a whole.
    Responsibilities

    Strategy Development

    In co-ordination with the DDG Regional HoP and DDG technical coordinators on conflict management and security governance, lead the strategic development of DDG’s work in Kenya and cross border initiatives into neighbouring countries.
    Support the Country Director in drafting, promoting, and rolling out of all DDG-relevant strategic planning documents in broad consultation with all staff. These documents include the country strategic plan, as well as strategies for all program sectors.
    Ensure proper understanding of these documents by relevant actors (e.g. staff members, partners, NGOs, government counterparts, and donors).
    As an SMT member, ensure regular and critical review of the country strategic and action plans. Follow-up on the action plan and report against its indicators.

    Management

    Management, operational oversight, coordination and implementation of DDG projects within the DRC/DDG Kenya programme.
    Ensure high quality project implementation for DDG and DRC/DDG joint projects in accordance with donor and DRC/DDG regulations as well as in line with agreed indicators, budgets, and work plans.
    Support and supervision of DDG project staff. This includes coaching, ensuring co-ordination between local managers, recruiting and development of staff.
    Provide appropriate and timely feedback to DDG staff regarding their performance, including annual staff performance appraisals. Identify with staff their needs and opportunities for professional development.
    Serve as a member of the Senior Management Team and work as acting Country Director as necessary.
    Directly managing three direct reports, namely AVR Manager, MEAL Officer, DDG Project Coordinator

    Programme development

    Develop and expand the DDG components of the DRC/DDG Kenya programme.
    Be a driving force in terms of developing AVR projects within the DRC/DDG Kenya programme objectives.

    Finance and administration

    Responsible forbudget monitoring, financial management and expenses control including compliance with minimum DRC/DDG and donor requirements and ensuring that the necessary systems are in place.
    Signatory of official documents (contracts, payments, purchase orders) within approved parameters and in compliance with the organisation’s and donor’s rules and regulations, and Kenyan law.

    Security       

    Responsible for ensuring that DDG staff adherence to security procedures, monitoring the development in the security situation, developing contingency plans etc.

    Reporting

    Ensure proper and timely financial and narrative reporting in compliance with internal and external reporting requirements including procurement.

    Representation/Liaison

    In close coordination with the DRC/DDG Country Director and the DDG Regional HoP, act as representative for DDG’s work in Kenya towards local government authorities, donors, partners, UN agencies and international and local NGOs and various local co-ordination forums.

     Fundraising

    Actively identify and respond to relevant funding opportunities. The funding environment in Kenya is challenging and will require significant focus and capacity.
    Lead proposal development to maintain and expand DDG’s portfolio in Kenya and on borderlands

    Accountability

    Guided by the DRC Programme Handbook, continuously monitor and develop relevant accountability initiatives in the field as well as strengthening the effort to document the impact of DDG’s activities.

     About you

    Minimum of five years working experience with International NGOs or operational UN agencies, including at least two years’ experience of community-level programming.
    Minimum of five years proven experience in conflict sensitive programming, conflict management, security governance and related fields in a management capacity.
    Proven experience in project management, including budget expenditure, donor relations, reporting, proposal writing, staff management, and monitoring and evaluation.
    Demonstrable leadership and management skills, including team building and management by example.
    Demonstrable capacity to be articulate, imaginative and innovative. The capacity to ‘think outside of the box’ is essential.
    Demonstrable ability to think strategically, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a complex and challenging environment.
    Demonstrated ability to mobilize resources and expand programmes.
    University degree, preferably Master’s, in Conflict Resolution, International Relations or other relevant field.

    Excellent writing and verbal skills in English for project proposals, reports, and communications; Swahili skills is an added advantage.
    Competencies
    All employees with DRC are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies, which will mean the following for your role:

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. More specifically, you will have strong analytical and problem solving capabilities with a focus on development.
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: You will demonstrate proven leadership skills and competencies in people management with an ability to motivate and guide staff, while working in a changing complex operational environment characterized by substantial uncertainty.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values.

    We offer
    Contract length of 12 months, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You will start as soon as possible.
    Level A10 (unacompanied) compensation in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to www.drc.dk under vacancies.
    You will be located in Nairobi with frequent travel to field sites.

  • East Africa Fundraising Manager Kenya People Operations Associate

    East Africa Fundraising Manager Kenya People Operations Associate

    Job Description
    Responsibilities

    Build and manage a high-value portfolio of existing donors and potential new prospects in targeted segments as part of the implementation of our bilateral/ multilateral and private non-US giving business development strategy. For example:
    Identify, research, and maintain a robust pipeline of potential prospects
    Develop relationships with new prospective funders in targeted segments to develop successful funding proposals to support the organization, shepherding proposals through all required stages and decision-making processes
    Steward existing donor relationships in the targeted segments to manage the required reporting and continued development of successful proposals
    Over time, grow a team to handle end-to-end donor management, from research to stewardship to proposal writing to reporting and compliance.Develop strong fluency in agricultural development, poverty alleviation, and One Acre Fund’s activities and impact in order to support external representation and donor stewardship and build excitement about our work among donor communities
    Represent One Acre Fund at conferences and donor meetings, as neededHost our key donors visiting Africa as part of the stewardship process
    Support the business development team with internal coordination and process improvement
    Establish and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and partners (Policy, Communications, Field, and Finance teams)Collaborate with Business Development management and other team members to proactively improve processes, tools, and ways of working
    Keep organized. We are not a boss-employee culture. We would like to hire someone who can manage his or her own work, and will truly own the role.

    Career Growth and Development
    We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
    Qualifications
    We are seeking a professional with 8+ years of work experience and demonstrated passion for our mission. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:

    Academic background requirements: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field, graduate degree strongly preferred.
    Demonstrated senior leadership experiences at or outside of work.
    Genuine passion for international development. We are seeking someone who is truly passionate about providing opportunity to the hardest-working farmers on the planet.
    Past experience in international development and/or fundraising: The ideal candidate will have past experience in international fundraising, or project/reporting experience with bilaterals and multilaterals.
    Strong ability to understand business. We would like to hire someone who will truly understand our operations, and be able to communicate about them simply and effectively.
    Past experience in a fast-paced, relationship-driven work environment, such as management consulting, is a plus.
    Professional/technical skills: Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel; and professional effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, prioritization skills are necessary.

    Experience with SalesForce is a plus

    People-orientation. We are seeking someone with demonstrated experience in relationship building and excellent communications and presentation skills. This skill is particularly important as the role will be partially externally facing.
    Values fit. We put a high premium on values. We want someone who has a true service orientation and humility – someone that puts our farmers before themselves.
    Willingness to be based in Nairobi and willingness to travel. This role is based in Nairobi, Kenya and will have up to 20-30% travel, within Africa and other international destinations. Dates of travel are highly variable.
    Language: English fluency required (written and spoken); French is a bonus, Swahili is a bonus

    Travel Requirement
    Up to 20-30% domestically and internationally.

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  • Community Strengthening Technical Advisor

    Community Strengthening Technical Advisor

    ROLE PURPOSE: The Community Strenghtening Technical Advisor takes overall responsibility of community health services in Afya Halisi project. Afya Halisi is a USAID funded five year project which aims to deliver quality, integrated services in the areas of family planning (FP), reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health (RMNCAH), nutrition, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in the focus counties of Kitui, Migori, Kakamega and Kisumu.
    The Community Strengthening TA will provide technical oversight to the community program with the aim of strengthening of the community platform for demand creation, health promotion and delivery of quality RMNCAH, Nutrition and WASH community services. With her/his duty station in Migori County, the community strengthening TA will provide technical support and leadership to service delivery teams in the 4 Afya Halisi counties and from time to time as may become necessary, provide technical support to MOH. In collaboration with project team and partners, the position will support the design and implementation of evidence based high impact interventions. He/she will be responsible for preparation of annual work plans, capacity building of project and MoH staff, quality implementation of interventions and effective coordination of the program with collaborating partners. He/she will work with other project staff and field teams to support area level advocacy for community health services.
    EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

    Advanced university degree in the social/behavioral sciences, (Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Health Education) with emphasis on strategic communication planning for behavior development, social mobilization, participatory communication, and research.
    Minimum five years of relevant professional work experience in the development, planning and management of social development programmes with practical experience in the adaptation and application of communication planning processes to specific programmes.
    Experience in community mobilization and child participation within the development context. Experience working with the Kenya Community Health Strategy and KQMH is an added advantage
    Demonstrable commitment to health and development and to the right of the poorest to quality health and health services, with strong experience of health programming and advocacy activities
    Demonstrated experience of developing effective working relationships with senior stakeholders from government agencies, international organizations, donors, NGO, academics and opinion-leaders, including successful advocacy and influencing.
    Demonstrated effectiveness in behavior change communication.
    Successful use of media and other communication strategies for social development.
    Proven experience in advocacy.
    Strong expertise and understanding of key issues in the field of health, such as health financing, health system strengthening, the right to health and health service delivery.
    Excellent communication skills, including fluency in written and spoken English and strong inter-personal and advisory skills
    Experience capacity building community health Assistants, Community health volunteers
    Experience strengthening community based health information system (CBHIS)
    Knowledge of the local county context strongly preferred.

  • Data Quality Assessment Consultant Evaluation Team Leader Report Writer Senior Strategy Specialist

    Data Quality Assessment Consultant Evaluation Team Leader Report Writer Senior Strategy Specialist

    Reports To: Chief of Party or Designee
    Type: Consultant
     
    Overview:
     
    International Business and Technical Consultants Incorporated (IBTCI) is seeking a Data Quality Assessment (DQA) Consultant. He or she will be responsible for a number of activities to ensure that the USAID/EA/Somalia Office is aware of 1) the strengths and weakness of data collected by the Office from its implementing partners; 2) the extent to which the data can be trusted to influence management decisions. 
     
    This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya and requires short trips throughout Somalia. The estimated start date is October /November 2018 and the position will continue intermittently until February 2019.
     Essential Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:  
     
    The Data Quality Assessment (DQA) Consultant must:

    Review documentation, including past DQAs, the USAID/Somalia Performance Management Plan, and Implementing Partner (IP) Activity Monitoring & Evaluation Plans.
    Communicate with IPs such that they are adequately prepared for the DQA.
    Train IPs using a mix of teaching techniques such as lectures, discussions and practice exercises to ensure that trainees are able to internalize information provided and apply their learning.
    Ensure that all necessary information is collected during meetings with IPs and site visits; travel to the sites and report findings.
    Review each indicator against the quality standards and complete a DQA checklist and where appropriate a System Assessment Protocol at the USAID, IP and IP sub-contractors level (as appropriate); based on this review, and identify actionable recommendations to address any emerging data quality issues.
    Facilitate a series of validation and findings dissemination workshops with each IP and their COR/AOR. 
    Submit a detailed DQA report to IBTCI/SPSS.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Extensive experience in conducting rigorous and evidence-based DQAs;
    Strong understanding of stabilization, electoral systems, and democracy and governance programming;
    Proven ability to review and update training materials and conduct trainings, findings dissemination sessions using DQA findings;
    Knowledge of USAID requirements on DQAs; and
    In-depth understanding of USAID performance management standards and guidelines.

    Minimum Requirements:

    At least eight years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably with experience working on USAID projects.
    Extensive experience in conducting rigorous and evidence-based DQAs.
    Willingness and ability to travel to Somalia.
    Fluency in spoken and written English.

    Education:  Graduate degree in a relevant field preferred.
     
    Working Environment:  Work is typically performed in an office environment.
     
    Physical Requirements:  This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 20 lbs.
    Supervisory Responsibility:  This position does have supervisory responsibilities.
     
    Travel: International travel to Somalia is required.
     
    No phone calls please.  All candidates will be acknowledged, but only final candidates for particular activities will be contacted.
     
    IBTCI is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable anti-discrimination laws.  We prohibit and do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

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  • Youth Co Care Workers (Coaches / Mentors)

    Youth Co Care Workers (Coaches / Mentors)

    Key Functions of the Job
    The Youth co care workers who are (social workers) will undertake various duties which include and are not limited to the following:-

    They will schedule and format meetings with programme participant/s to mentor them towards entreprenurship and employability options in liaison with Family Strengthening coordinator who is coordinating the Next economy Programme.
    Guide the programme participant’s learning and demonstrations of program competencies, assisting the participants’ understanding of the impact on their participation in the programme by:
    Mobilizing/supporting programme participants to participate actively in the programme with a vision to be economically sound to realize their full pontenial.
    Sharing experiences from own learning and experiences, helping participant identify avenues to increase learning, for example, business articles, other peers and other relevant networks.
    Using coaching approaches to support and increase the client’s (programme participants) understanding of their own perspectives about issues and concepts.
    Attest to participant’s completion of each phase of the program. SOS CV Kenya will create the evidentiary templates to obtain this testament.
    Network with organizations private, corporates and NGOs for supporting youth to initiate income generating initiatives and also support them on job placements.
    Build and maintain relationships with various types of employers offering internship and workplace learning opportunities
    Structure and guide workplace learning / internship programmes through facilitating (learning) sessions with youth and employers

    Required Qualifications/Abilities

    Degree in Social Sciences.
    Certificate in mentorship/coaching and should be computer literate.
    At least 3 years in working with youth in areas of employability, development work, partnership and entrepreneurship in public/private/NGO services environment.
    Experience working with youth focused organization/s for a minimum of 2 years in coaching and mentoring youth.
    Demonstrable experience in creating and/or approving policies and business practices that indicate service system management approaches, or nomination by a peer or senior manager

  • Program Implementation and Monitoring Coordinator

    Program Implementation and Monitoring Coordinator

    Job Overview/Summary
    The IRC is in partnership with a consortium of partners to implement DFID funded reliance program (Building Resilient Communities in Somalia – BRCiS) in Somalia. The program aims at enhancing the capacities of communities and local systems to attain self-reliance and reduced need for humanitarian response in an inclusive, fair, and equitable way, by maximizing use of local resources and capacities.
    The IRC is recruiting Program Implementation and Monitoring Coordinator who will be responsible for overseeing the coordination and management of the IRC’s work under the programme. Working in close collaboration with program sector leadership, the Consortium Management Unit (CMU), partner organizations, the relevant line ministries at both federal and regional levels and other stake holders. The Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring that the program is implemented to a high technical standard and is in full alignment with the program outcomes and overall objectives as well as the consortium strategy and protocols.The Program Implementation and Monitoring Coordinator will work under the oversight of the Deputy Director for Programmes.
    Major Responsibilities:
    Strategic

    Oversee the implementation of the IRC’s work under the BRCiS Consortium Program in Galmudug, Puntland and Benadir.
    Ensure technical coordination of regional/district level activities related to BRCiS program
    Actively develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including consortium partners, donors, government and other stakeholders;
    Contribute to technical discussions and planning exercises regarding BRCiS program implementation in Somalia;
    Represent the IRC in the Consortium technical working groups/meetings;
    Represent the IRC in all relevant meetings within the Consortium and/or external resilience related meetings

    Programme Management and monitoring

    Develop key project planning management approaches and tools and orientate relevant staff on their use;
    Coordinate and closely monitor the implementation of BRCiS program against agreed work plan, performance targets, and budget to ensure that programming is on track;
    Conduct regular field visits to the target areas to provide technical support and monitor performance;
    Work closely with the CMU and consortium partners to identify and address implementation challenges in a professional manner;
    Liaise regularly with IRC field staff, grants teams and technical advisors to promote intra-organizational learning and discuss BRCiS strategy implementation in country;
    Ensure strong coordination with IRC sector coordinators through chairing regular technical meetings with coordinators to review progress, discuss challenges, and share best practices;
    Provide the Consortium Management Unit (CMU) high-level updates on progress, risks and potential mitigations on regular basis;
    Lead and ensure the production of timely and high-quality program reports that document achievements, best practices, and lessons learned;
    Ensure quality completion of baseline and end-line assessments during the inception and close out of the programme;
    Maintain open and effective communication amongst the Consortium members, government officials and the donor;
    Oversee the implementation of the MEAL Framework and facilitate course correcting interventions based on emerging findings.
    In accordance with IRC’s Monitoring for Action Standards, support implementation and updating of the IRC measurement action strategy to ensure the following:

    Indicator monitoring across projects, including incorporation of organizational core indicators
    Routine monitoring of program activities
    Tool development
    Field data audit and data quality check using appropriate forms
    Assessments of beneficiary needs
    Evaluations of the effectiveness of program interventions
    Data collection, including digital data collection where feasible
    Data storage and secure accessibility of data by project staff and country/regional management;
    Learning for projects implementation captured and lessons used;
    Consolidate data at IRC Somalia country level.

    Support development and implementation of accountability feedback mechanisms to ensure responsiveness to client’s needs and aspirations.
    Support collection and updating of program dashboard to provide monthly summaries of key program indicators and assessment results for decision making by country and regional management.

    Staff Management

    Supervise any direct reports, including consultants, in accordance with IRC HR policies and local law;
    As necessary, lead the recruitment of new programme staff in coordination with the Deputy Director for Programmes, IRC HR team, and HQ technical unit.

    Budget Oversight

    Ensure that program resources, including financial, are used effectively and transparently and in order to achieve program objectives;
    Regularly monitor grant expenditures to ensure that spending is on track and to proactively identify and address any expected under/overspend;
    Ensure promptly response to all budget holders-related inquiries in collaboration with grants and finance teams;
    Hold consultation meetings with CMU in regards to issues relating budget management;

    Representation and Advocacy

    Attend national level resilience meetings and other workshops, working groups, and coordination forums as required to ensure close coordination and collaboration;
    Liaise closely with consortium partners to ensure that field-level perspectives and operational considerations are taken into account during national discussions on BRCiS program implementation;
    Analyze and present current program data in creative new ways to influence national-level discussions on BRCiS implementation.

    Qualifications
    To effectively deliver this engagement, the applicant should meet the following requirements:

    Master’s degree in social sciences, development studies, public administration, or other relevant field or the equivalent in professional work
    Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in management of programs in a developing country or other resource-poor context, including experience in implementing/managing resilience programs
    At least 3 years of experience in a managerial position and demonstrated capacity in project management and budget planning, including the development of spending plans, procurement plans and work plans
    Demonstrated experience in developing proposals for and working with institutional donors, preferably the UK Department for International Development (DFID)
    Excellent budget planning and management skills, previous experience effectively managing multi million-dollar grants required
    Understanding of and experience with the resilience programming – a distinct advantage
    Proficient multi-tasker with the ability to delegate tasks while still maintaining a high attention to detail
    Energetic and self-driven with the ability to independently address and overcome challenges
    Exceptionally patient with a strong commitment to teamwork and capacity-building
    Ability to provide technical support and feedback with a high degree of tact and diplomacy
    Ability to integrate different experiences, methodologies, and approaches from a diverse range of stakeholders, organizations, and technical experts from multiple sectors
    Strong communication skills and effective in representation and liaison with external actors
    Excellent English speaking/writing skills required.

    Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

  • Monitoring Officer – PME

    Monitoring Officer – PME

    Background and Justification
    The Planning Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) section in UNICEF Kenya Country Office provides strategic guidance to the CO on programme design/planning, contribution management, performance monitoring, situation monitoring (research, studies and evaluations), capacity development, quality assurance and knowledge management.
    PME team consists of the Chief PME (Head of section), Research and Evaluation Specialist, Monitoring Officer, Budgets Officer and Programme Assistant.
    The new 2018-2022 CP is being implemented within the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) for Kenya, both guiding policy documents started their implementation on 01 July 2018.
    As part of the new CPD, the functions of the PME team have expanded and changed to include central coordination of partnership management (HACT, joint programme reviews, and quality assurance of programme monitoring visits). Under the Programme Management and coordination of the Deputy Representative, the PME team is also the custodian of a new operation platform- etools, which will be rolled out throughout KCO in Q3 of 2018.
    An individual contractor is required to assist the PME team with the transition of partner management into the unit, including the tracking of programme monitoring visits, and the roll out of e-tools.
    As an M&E technical specialist, they will also be required to support with UNDAF coordination relating to M&E tasks, including the coordination of strategic priority area 2 reports.
    Purpose
    The purpose of this individual contractor consultancy is to provide technical support to PME and the CO on (a) partnership management (b) the smooth roll out and transition to etools- a new operating platform (c) development and implementation of the UNDAF M&E plan (d) coordination of SP2 UNDAF reports.
    Annual Work Plans areas covered
    Outcome 5: Programme effectiveness: Programme coordination, planning, management and advocacy
    Output 5.3: Staff and partners are provided guidance tools and resources to effectively plan and monitor programmes
    Scope of Work
    The assignment will provide technical support to PME on (a) partnership management and partnership monitoring (b) the smooth roll out and transition to e-tools, a new operating platform (c) development and implementation of the UNDAF M&E plan; and additional activities relating to quality assurance, Results Based Management and M&E, as per the PME Action Plan 2018-2019
    Timeframe: The assignment is expected to run for 6-months, starting 17 September until 17 March 2019
     
    Duty Station: While the duty station of the assignment is Nairobi, the contractor may be expected to travel to select counties, as needed.
     
    Expected Outputs
    The following outputs shall be expected of the consultant. All outputs shall be reviewed by chief PME for quality before they are accepted for processing of payments:
     

    Monthly programme monitoring presentation for CMT capturing all issues from programme monitoring visits
    Programme monitoring tools and checklists
    Joint partnership review plan, standard agenda and invitation
    E-tools training plan
    E-tools rollout updates for CMT
    UNDAF M&E workplan endorsed by CMT

     
    Required qualifications, desired competencies, technical background and experience
     

    Education: Masters degree in programme management, social sciences, business administration, education, management, law, statistics, or related fields.
    Specialist skills/Training: Excellent technical capacities (proven by 5 years of relevant work experience) in M&E, partnership management. This should include demonstrable experience in succinct and results focused report writing.
    Others: Experience working with UN agencies and/or the government, with an understanding of the UNDAF and Country Programme development guidelines, principles and procedures. In addition, the consultant should have a good understanding of national and county level development plans.
    Years of experience: Minimum 5 years of progressive working experience in Monitoring and Evaluation, programme planning.

    Competencies:
     
     

    Language Proficiency: Fluency in English required

    Core Values (Required)

    Commitment
    Diversity and Inclusion
    Integrity

     
     
    Core Competencies (Required)
     

    Communication [II]
    Drive for Results [III]
    Working With People [II]

     
     
    Functional Competencies (Required)
     

    Applying Technical Expertise [III]
    Deciding and Initiating Actions [II]
    Following Instructions and Procedures [II]
    Leading and Supervising [II]
    Planning and Organizing [III]

     
    Conditions
     

    Governance and Reporting: The consultants will report to the Chief Planning Monitoring and Evaluation, and will be governed by and subject to UNICEF’s General Terms and Conditions for individual contracts.
    Administration: UNICEF will provide office space, internet facility, a laptop and any other IT equipment required to deliver on the consultancy.
    UNICEF terms on managing consultancies: All standards terms on managing consultants shall apply. For example, any documents resulting from this consultancy will remain the property of UNICEF for all purposes, etc.
    Payment Schedule: Payment schedule will be monthly. As per UNICEF DFAM policy, payment will be made against approved deliverables, duly authorized by the Chief PME. No advance payment will be allowed unless in exceptional circumstances against bank guarantee, subject to a maximum of 30 per cent of the total contract value in cases where advance purchases, for example for supplies or travel, may be necessary.

     
    Background and Justification

    The Planning Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) section in UNICEF Kenya Country Office provides strategic guidance to the CO on programme design/planning, contribution management, performance monitoring, situation monitoring (research, studies and evaluations), capacity development, quality assurance and knowledge management.
    PME team consists of the Chief PME (Head of section), Research and Evaluation Specialist, Monitoring Officer, Budgets Officer and Programme Assistant.
    The new 2018-2022 CP is being implemented within the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) for Kenya, both guiding policy documents started their implementation on 01 July 2018.
    As part of the new CPD, the functions of the PME team have expanded and changed to include central coordination of partnership management (HACT, joint programme reviews, and quality assurance of programme monitoring visits). Under the Programme Management and coordination of the Deputy Representative, the PME team is also the custodian of a new operation platform- etools, which will be rolled out throughout KCO in Q3 of 2018.
    An individual contractor is required to assist the PME team with the transition of partner management into the unit, including the tracking of programme monitoring visits, and the roll out of e-tools.
    As an M&E technical specialist, they will also be required to support with UNDAF coordination relating to M&E tasks, including the coordination of strategic priority area 2 reports.

    Purpose
    The purpose of this individual contractor consultancy is to provide technical support to PME and the CO on (a) partnership management (b) the smooth roll out and transition to etools- a new operating platform (c) development and implementation of the UNDAF M&E plan (d) coordination of SP2 UNDAF reports.
    Annual Work Plans areas covered
    Outcome 5: Programme effectiveness: Programme coordination, planning, management and advocacy
    Output 5.3: Staff and partners are provided guidance tools and resources to effectively plan and monitor programmes
    Scope of Work
    The assignment will provide technical support to PME on (a) partnership management and partnership monitoring (b) the smooth roll out and transition to e-tools, a new operating platform (c) development and implementation of the UNDAF M&E plan; and additional activities relating to quality assurance, Results Based Management and M&E, as per the PME Action Plan 2018-2019
    Timeframe: The assignment is expected to run for 6-months, starting 17 September until 17 March 2019
    Duty Station: While the duty station of the assignment is Nairobi, the contractor may be expected to travel to select counties, as needed.
    Expected Outputs
    The following outputs shall be expected of the consultant. All outputs shall be reviewed by chief PME for quality before they are accepted for processing of payments:
     

    Monthly programme monitoring presentation for CMT capturing all issues from programme monitoring visits
    Programme monitoring tools and checklists
    Joint partnership review plan, standard agenda and invitation
    E-tools training plan
    E-tools rollout updates for CMT
    UNDAF M&E workplan endorsed by CMT

     
     
    Conditions
     

    Governance and Reporting: The consultants will report to the Chief Planning Monitoring and Evaluation, and will be governed by and subject to UNICEF’s General Terms and Conditions for individual contracts.
    Administration: UNICEF will provide office space, internet facility, a laptop and any other IT equipment required to deliver on the consultancy.
    UNICEF terms on managing consultancies: All standards terms on managing consultants shall apply. For example, any documents resulting from this consultancy will remain the property of UNICEF for all purposes, etc.
    Payment Schedule: Payment schedule will be monthly. As per UNICEF DFAM policy, payment will be made against approved deliverables, duly authorized by the Chief PME. No advance payment will be allowed unless in exceptional circumstances against bank guarantee, subject to a maximum of 30 per cent of the total contract value in cases where advance purchases, for example for supplies or travel, may be necessary.

  • International Team Leader (m/f) – Agro-economy – Rural Development – Agriculture in Dry Areas – Small-scale Irrigation

    International Team Leader (m/f) – Agro-economy – Rural Development – Agriculture in Dry Areas – Small-scale Irrigation

    Job description
    Short project description:
    Consulting services are required to support the County Governments of Turkana and Marsabit as the Project Executing Agencies (PEA) in project implementation and management including the development of the governance structure of the programme, provision of advice on technical aspects of project implementation, preparation of ToR and elaboration of specifications, tendering, supervision of contracts for works and services, support to the financial management of Drought Resilience Programme in Northern Kenya (including management of a disposition fund), and reporting.
    The programme objective is defined as follows: “Drought resilience and climate change adaptive capacities of the pastoral and agro‐pastoral production systems and livelihoods in selected areas of Turkana and Marsabit County are strengthened on a sustainable basis by expanding and rehabilitating relevant infrastructure.” The expected outputs read as follows: (i) access to water is improved for humans and livestock; (ii) fodder basis is improved; (iii) access to market infrastructure is improved and (iv) rural transportation is improved.
    Specific development activities have been identified as:

    Water inf0cio‐economic infrastructure: transportation; rural market facilities; education; health.

    Job description:

    Provide general management and oversight of the project results and measures in accordance with the contract and time schedule
    Prepare the project deliverables including reports and the annual work plans
    Supervise disposition fund management
    Undertake the contractual and technical supervision of experts and administrative project staff and contractors
    Provide support in procurement of works, goods and consulting services according to national and KfW procurement guidelines
    Identify targets and indicators in consultation with the Client and KfW, and monitor progress and performance

    Detailed requirements:

    Postgraduate degree in Agro-economy or related field
    Work experience in East African countries with similar environmental and socio-economic conditions
    Excellent English language skills (spoken and written)
    Team-leading experience, preferably in long-term assignments
    Strong background in management of development projects including financial administration
    Proven track record in fields such as rural development and infrastructure, agriculture in dry areas, small-scale irrigation, land use planning, participatory approaches, community mobilization and development, conflict management, natural resource management, rangeland and livestock management
    Several years of practical professional experience in the sector
    Previous work in dry land ecosystems with pastoral and/or agro-pastoral communities is a strong asset (e.g. related to water infrastructure for humans and livestock, fodder production, livestock marketing, rangeland management, access to rural markets; health and education facilities)
    Strong background with IFI funded projects; specific insight into the procedures of the bi-lateral Financial Cooperation of German Government is considered a strong benefit