Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

  • Transformation Unit Manager

    Transformation Unit Manager

    Responsibilities
    The Manager shall have a sound understanding of the overall program. He/she will coordinate and supervise the implementation of activities. In doing so, he/she will work in close co-operation with the staff and different MH Departments. Specifically, he/she is responsible for the following tasks:

    Ensures the effective implementation and monitoring of the activities and results;
    Prepares and forwards to the Director weekly, monthly work plans and progress reports for all the sectors, and about the situation in the field;
    In close co-operation with Meru Herbs administration, carries out a management and organizational needs assessment;
    With other team members (and communities), identifies program gaps and suggests to the staff the mitigating actions;
    Daily coordination and supervision of Human Resources, in close co-operation with the Director of Meru Herbs;
    Executes the strategies and plans agreed with the Management of Meru Herbs (Director and Administrator);
    Performs any other action related with the position needed to achieve Meru Herbs objectives;
    Steers and participates to periodical staff meetings.

    Job Requirements

    Diploma or degree in relevant field (Business Management, Agri-Business, Marketing);
    Excellent level of English and Swahili;
    A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a Management or Administrative position in similar business environment;
    At least 1 year of field experience in development and rural areas;
    Excellent computer skills;
    Organizational, communication and leadership skills;
    Willingness to relocate in the surroundings of MH Base Camp, near Tunyai, Tharaka-Nithi County (accommodation within the Base Camp is available).

  • Senior Project Coordinator

    Senior Project Coordinator

    Job description
    Purpose

    Based in Mandera Town with regular travel to field locations in Somalia and Ethiopia, the Senior Project Coordinator has responsibility for day to day implementation of a DRC-led consortium of 4 agencies implementing a cross-border EU-funded grant across Mandera, Kenya, Dollo Ado, Ethiopia and Gedo, Somalia. The Senior Project
    Coordinator will support the Head of PMU with strategic guidance and leadership of the BORESHA grant, and will support in determining specific programme design, delivery, progress against the approved work plan, reporting against the monitoring plan, and overall performance of implementing agencies. The Senior Project
    Coordinator is a key member of the Programme Management Unit and will contribute to ensure overall planning, implementing, and managing of the project, and establishment of the M+E framework to assure progress towards achieving project goals and objectives.

    S/he will oversee timely delivery of planned results, within budget, with adherence to applicable policies, provide capacity building to project staff, represent the project with internal and external stakeholders in field locations, including the donor, and contribute to planning, coordination and learning within the consortium.
    Responsibilities And Tasks

    The Senior Project Coordinator refers to and works in close collaboration with the senior project staff of each of the implementing agencies. Specific responsibilities include:
    Contribute to overall leadership and management, and general technical direction, for the design and implementation of project activities
    Responsible for day to day design, delivery, and progress against agreed targets of the project across all implementing agencies and areas
    Responsible for ensuring the timely and quality completion of all programme technical and financial deliverables and reports in accordance with EU guidelines
    Ensure a shared project vision and ‘theory of change’ amongst staff and across all implementing agencies
    Serve as a liaison with and build effective working relationships with the EU, government counterparts, local partners, communities and other relevant stakeholders
    Oversee financial and administrative management of the programme at field level, ensuring compliance with DRC and EU rules and regulations
    Support the establishment of effective project reporting, monitoring and evaluation, financial management, and personnel and procurement mechanisms
    Develop partnerships in the humanitarian community at local level and coordinate with authorities at County Government levels.
    Participate in consortium Project Steering Committee meetings and Technical Working Group meetings, and ensure implementation of corrective measures.
    Promote sustainability of project activities with effective networking, linkages to other programmes, capacity building of key project staff, and strengthening community-based organizations and mechanisms
    Participate in the hiring, professional development and evaluation process of PMU staff, ensuring achievement of project results by setting specific goals and providing continuous performance feedback.

    Qualifications

    Relevant university degree in Social Sciences, International Development, International Relations, Law or any other relevant field.
    Minimum of 10 years’ of professional experience relevant for the successful implementation of cross-border programmes
    Experience managing complex activities involving coordination with multiple project partners
    Proven experience in programme design and management, including budget expenditure, donor relations, reporting, proposal writing, staff management, and monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
    Proven experience in Livelihoods and/or related fields in a management capacity.
    Demonstrated track record of strong donor relationships, specifically EU
    Experience living and/or working in Mandera, Dollow or Dollo Ado strongly preferred
    Communication Skills: Excellent writing and verbal skills in English, knowledge of the Somali language a plus.
    Adaptability and flexibility: Ability to manage a large workload and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
    Work style: Highly organized team player, pro-active and with demonstrated strong personal initiative and decision making ability. Proven solid analytical and problem solving skills.

    Personal competencies

    Leadership skills, including ability to build and motivate a team and willingness to deal with challenges.
    Political and cultural sensitivity, including ability to adapt well to local cultures.
    Demonstrated successful experience working within a complex security environment is preferred.

    Core competencies Basic Advanced Expert

    Striving for excellence
    Collaborating
    Taking the lead
    Communicating
    Demonstrating integrity

    Commitments: DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html). All DRC staff must be committed to the Red Cross Code of Conduct, as well as the Core Humanitarian Standards.
    This position is for qualified National staff the terms of employment will be in accordance with DRC terms for National staff.

  • Head of Mission M/F – Kenya / Somalia

    Head of Mission M/F – Kenya / Somalia

    Mission/ Role:
    Leadership of the Country Programme

    To maintain and develop SIF presence and SIF’s strategy in Kenya and in Somalia (in remote control),
    To coordinate and manage the overall planning and direction of SIF operations in Kenya and in Somalia,
    To monitor the emergency humanitarian situation in the country and advise HQs on the appropriate course of action.

    Programme Development

    To develop SIF short and medium term strategy for the mission,
    To regularly analyze the context, risks, operational access issues and availability of resources, in relation to the program objectives,
    To assess the donor environment and opportunities for funding, and ensure concept notes and proposals are submitted in coordination with HQ’s strategy.

    Representation

    To develop funding strategies and donor mapping analyses.
    To manage external communications in collaboration with the communications with the HQs. Act as the contact person with press and media.

    Staff Management / Human Resources

    To provide leadership and management to the team.
    To participate / oversee the recruitment process of national staff

    Logistics

    To ensure that appropriate logistic structures and procedures are established and / or are maintained in accordance with the SIF guidelines
    To oversee the timely and efficient planning and implementation of procurement and supply of items in line with project needs.
    To ensure adequate management of warehousing, compounds, transportation, goods in kind, and assets according to SIF procedures.

    Safety and Security Management
    Responsible for the safety and security of all SIF staff and visitors to Kenya and Somalia.

    To ensure that appropriate logistic structures and procedures are established and / or are maintained in accordance with the SIF guidelines
    To monitor the security context (including participating in local/national INGO/UN security meetings) and act on any deterioration in this that could affect operations and provide guidance to teams/sites as required

    Administration and Finance

    Ensure that appropriate administrative and financial guidelines and procedures are established, maintained / updated regularly and adhered to by the team as well as any basic systems required in country.

    The task list is neither exhaustive nor restrictive and is evolving according to the needs of the organization.Being an association with limited resources, versatility and flexibility are necessary in order to overcome any difficulty temporary and exceptional.
    The employee may be requested to perform other tasks in accordance with it job category, in case of need related to the functioning of the Association or to changes in its policy and it organization, and respecting the pattern of fixed-term contract.
    Profile:

    Minimum 5 years of previous experience in humanitarian work, including previous experiences as Country Director, or Deputy Country Director, or Chief of Party with INGOs in similar context.
    Substantial experience of strategic thinking, including identifying, analyzing, problem solving and responding to opportunities and challenges and the ability to translate these into practical plans of action.
    Extensive experience of securing substantial external funding. Evidence of understanding the challenges of donor and contract management and the implications for program management.
    Extensive knowledge and experience of project planning and budget holding; proposal and report writing.
    Knowledge and understanding of project management tools (Logical Framework analysis, project cycle management, objectives and indicators etc.)
    Strong leadership skills and a supportive management style (experience managing national and expatriate staff)
    Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English (and desirably French)

    Duration: 12 months
    Starting date:1st January 2018
    Being an association with limited means, versatility and flexibility are necessary in order to overcome any difficulty temporary and exceptional.
    The employee may be affected to perform other tasks in accordance with it job category, in case of need related to the functioning of the Association or to changes in its policy and it organization, and respecting the pattern of fixed-term contract.
    Working conditions:**

    French fixed term contract “CDD d’usage”
    Remuneration according to profile
    Monthly Per diem, Guesthouse
    Medical cover (60% cover by SIF and 40% covered by the expatriate)
    R&R every at 3 and 9 month
    Return plane ticket supported by SIF for leave at 6 month

  • Post-Doctoral Scientist – Sustainable Livestock Systems

    Post-Doctoral Scientist – Sustainable Livestock Systems

    Job Description
    The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Scientist – Sustainable Livestock Systems to develop and implement a range of activities aimed at developing evidence around the impacts of public and market based development interventions and support the improvement of and scaling out of a crowdsourcing platform.
    The position
    This position will be part of the Index Based Livestock Insurance (IBLI) team as it works to support sustainable livelihood options for dryland populations. The team’s original research for development agenda focused on mitigating the negative effects of drought on pastoralists by developing and scaling index insurance for pastoralists in the Horn of Africa. The IBLI team has recently added “improving access to information from and in remote, data-scarce regions” as a second development agenda. Currently, efforts associated with this new agenda rely on exploiting new technologies, particularly those afforded by increased use of and access too mobile phone networks, to collect high resolution local information more cost effectively, processing those data applying machine-learning technics and others data application innovations, often by integrating them with additional sources of data, and then packing the information in a range of suitable formats for widespread information (e.g., to policy makers, pastoralist, commercial service providers).
    The postdoc filling this position will support ongoing projects in both agendas and work with our team as we identify new opportunities to address information scarcities. Key activities include the following.

    The postdoc will help to develop and implement a range of activities aimed at developing evidence around the impacts of public and market based development interventions, including cash transfers, IBLI, and graduation programs.
    The postdoc will support the improvement of and scaling out of a crowdsourcing platform that currently collects information on livestock markets. Scaling includes improving the usability of the platform, scaling it out to new markets, and piloting the collection of other types of data (e.g., waterpoint and rangeland conditions, disease outbreaks, incidence of cattle rustling). Furthermore, the postdoc must have an enthusiasm for working with ICT solutions for development, a keen interest in the data collected by the platform to lead research drawing on the data, and the skills to engage with partner organizations to develop a sustainable model for the platform.
    The postdoc will also support activities related to the IBLI agenda, which include but are not restricted to supporting our agenda of improving the sustainability of the business models used by IBLI underwriters in the region, and efforts to better understand the constraints faced by pastoralists in the Horn of Africa.

    The position is a research and implementation position, which means that the individual filling the position will be expected to develop research ideas, help to implement them, and publish scholarly articles as well as communication outputs targeting non-academic partners. Furthermore, ILRI’s research for development approach necessitates engaging with local stakeholders and policy makers.
    Responsibilities:

    Lead and contribute to the design and implementation of experiments and targeted surveys to generate relevant data for impact assessments, hypothesis-testing, participatory engagement, and other analysis required for supporting, refining or expanding the agenda.
    Lead and co-author papers for peer-reviewed publication and support the broader dissemination of the message through research and policy briefs and other outreach materials
    Contribute to the development of successful grant proposals related to the team and broader program agenda
    Contribute to strengthening existing partnerships and building new and innovative partnerships for research and development
    Supervise research associates as required
    Work with pastoralists, their representations and other key stakeholders to improve uptake of some of the technologies/innovations developed under this program
    Contribute to the geographical expansion of the IBLI program, develop its stream of complementary services and related research, and help leverage and assess digital and mobile technology for improved service provision in the drylands

    Requirements:

    A PhD in Agricultural Economics, Development Economics, Public Policy or any related field requiring a high degree of skill in quantitative analysis
    At least 4 years of experience working in the field of development
    Track record writing academic journal articles
    Strong statistics background with experience using statistics packages
    Experience working in Africa and willingness to travel throughout Africa and work in difficult field environments

    Additional preferred skills:

    Experience using big data approaches to classification, android application development and SQL database management
    Competency in a language widely spoken in Africa other than English

    Post location: The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya
    Position level: Post-doctoral level.
    Duration: 3 years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and continued funding.
    Benefits: ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical insurance, life insurance and allowances for: education, housing, home leave, and annual holiday entitlement of 30 days + public holidays.

  • WASH Officer Plant Electrician Plant Mechanic WASH Committees Facilitation Officer Master Plumber

    WASH Officer Plant Electrician Plant Mechanic WASH Committees Facilitation Officer Master Plumber

    REF: WO/12/2017
    Job Details:
    CARE International in Kenya is looking for well-organized and highly motivated Kenyan Nationals who are result-oriented to fill the position of WASH Officer at Dadaab Refugee Camp.
    JOB SUMMARY & PURPOSE
    Reporting to the WASH Coordinator, the water sanitation and hygiene Officer will be responsible for all aspects of Water supply i.e. efficient and effective water supply system in the respective camp, inspection and monitoring of routine water supply and maintenance of the reticulation systems to ensure minimal or no interruption of water supply. She/he will carry out assessment of boreholes behavior, aquifer monitoring and report any glaring anomalies to the WASH Coordinator for quick action. Provide accurate production records and interpretation of the same. The WASH officer will also be responsible for the promotion of Hygiene and Sanitation in the refugee camp. This will entail; designing and monitoring the construction and use of sanitary facilities, capacity building andmonitoring of staff, advising and ensuring compliance with Public Health regulations, supervision of the general camp sanitation, research surveys, reporting on activities and implementing hygiene promotion activities to enable the community to live in satisfactory sanitary conditions for a healthy and productivelife. The incumbent shall lead a team of both Kenyan and Refugee Community Workers.
    RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

    Maintenance of Water Pipelines and Applied appurtenance

    Ensure smooth running and uninterrupted water reticulation system all round.
    In collaboration with other team members give technical extension information to the tap stand monitors on areas of facilities proper/prudent management for sustainability.
    In consultation with the master plumber, prioritize the work for the day to ensure minimum water interruption and distribution within the supply hours.
    Project planning for construction activities and water pipeline installation in the respective camp.
    Coordination of project activities at field/camp level.
    Approve of work done by the contractor/or sub-contractor after ensuring it meets required standards.
    Updating the WASH Coordinator on a weekly basis on work in progress on WASH from their respective camp.

    Water Resources Management and Development

    Assessment of day to day behavior and operation of boreholes, checking for signs for preventive maintenance.
    Carrying out of aquifer monitoring procedures and tests and the interpretation of step-drawdown, recovery rates and thereby come up with appropriate actions for remedy and sustainable exploitation of groundwater resources.
    Interpretation of the geological survey report before and during the drilling process and guiding the drilling contractor accordingly.
    Acquisition of aquifer data and hence the design of the borehole on the basis of this data as well as the drilling logs obtained during the drilling process.

    Hygiene and Sanitation Promotion

    Design and supervise the construction/installation of sanitation and hygiene facilities.
    Design and facilitate mass awareness campaigns during disease outbreaks in liaison with other implementing partners and mobilize the community to undertake preventive measures.
    Develop materials for training the community, schools, and sanitation and hygiene promotion teams.
    Design, develop and ensure distribution of appropriate Information Education Communication materials for sanitation and hygiene promotion in schools and the community
    Design weekly, monthly and yearly camp specific work plans for public health promotion within the parameters of the approved budget and donor agreement.
    Reinforce behavior change communication at household level through case by case counseling and FGDs on the various domains of hygiene and sanitation practices.
    Facilitate distribution of hygiene kits/sanitation kits.
    Strengthen School Sanitation and Hygiene Education (SSHE) in primary schools, secondary schools, Dugsi’s and Madarasa.
    Organize and facilitate Training of Trainers (ToTs) on sanitation and hygiene promotion technologies and approaches/strategies.
    Mentor and appraise the team under his/her charge as well as WASH committees.

    Project Implementation and Supervision

    Schedule and prepare work plans for field activities in consultation with the WASH Coordinator.
    Prepare job contracts, supervise work and process payments upon job completion and submit to the supervisor.
    Approve and ensure proper handling and utility of sector resources in the camp.
    Monitor material stock levels, and advice the supervisor for timely and appropriateprocurement/deliveries.
    Ensures that standards and specifications for works and materials deliveries are adhered to and gives the recommendation(s) to the management as necessary, including certification of completed works for payments.

    Monitoring

    Planning and organizing review meetings with stakeholders.
    Collection of baseline information through pre and post-KAP surveys.
    Conducting pre and post-training assessments on knowledge, skills, and attitudes.
    Monitor sanitation and hygiene promotion outreach activities/situation in the blocks.
    Conduct disease surveillance in collaboration with the health partners on water, sanitation and hygiene related diseases.
    Constantly review and analyze approaches and practices in sanitation and hygiene promotion.

    Collaboration, Liaison and Networking

    Represent RAP in coordination and technical working group meetings at the camp level and represent the program at other levels when called upon.
    Promote continuous involvement of the refugee community in sector work at task execution levels.

    Reporting

    Drafting update reports on various WASH activities as required to the WASH coordinator e.g. monthly sitreps and others as may be necessary.

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  • Terms of Reference Devolution Policy and legislative Review

    Terms of Reference Devolution Policy and legislative Review

    TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR A CONTEXTUAL, POLICY AND LEGISLATIVE REVIEW ON CHILDREN AND GIRLS RIGHTS UNDER THE DEVOLVED GOVERNMENTS IN KENYA
    Background of the assignment
    The Constitution of Kenya 2010 is emphatic that the sovereign power of the people is exercised at both the national and county levels. This system of government has been hailed as a mechanism for bringing government closer to citizens in order to enhance local service delivery and local participation, local ownership, sustainability to achieve lasting impacts. Indeed the Constitution lists among the objects of devolution as to give powers of self-governance to the people and enhance the participation of the people in the exercise of the powers of the State and in making decisions affecting them and to protect and promote the interests and rights of minorities and marginalised communities. However, despite the Constitutional framework for devolution in Kenya, the realisation of the promise of devolution depends on the concerted actions of critical stakeholders in the policy, legislative and implementation process at both the national and county levels. Children, the Kenya’s future, must find their rightful place in the complex devolution matrix. Even more significantly, devolved governments in the country need to put in place legislative, policy and enforcement mechanisms to support girls, who have borne the brunt of double discrimination based on age and sex over the years.
    Critically, the Government of Kenya has signed up to deliver the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This includes the commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights and fundamental freedoms for all, without distinction of any kind as to race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability or other status. The need to facilitate the effective translation of regional and sub-regional sustainable development policies into concrete action at the national and county level, in the spirit of leaving no behind cannot be overemphasized. Admittedly, none of the Sustainable Development Goals can be fully met without addressing the root causes of the marginalisation and exclusion of children, unfortunately most often girls.
    The new Plan International Global Strategy (2017-2022) premised on the purpose that “We strive for a just world that advances children’s rights and equality for girls” has placed significant emphasis on the need to gender transformative policies and legislations to advance the rights of children and equality for girls. We seek to ‘‘work with communities to spur positive action by local leaders. And we seek to influence international and national laws, policies and budgets to advance children’s rights and equality for girls’’. We not only work with partners to ensure governments establish and enforce laws that advance girls’ and young people’s civil and political rights but also ensuring governments invest in the political empowerment of young people, especially girls. In Kenya, Plan International’s areas of focus include child protection, education, health, youth and resilience programming.
    Scope of Work
    The overall objective of the consultancy is to prepare an up-to-date, analytical and comprehensive report on the contextual, legislative, policy and institutional environment on child rights in Kenya, with a particular focus on Plan International’s key thematic areas and the system of devolved government in the country.
    Specifically the assignment seeks to provide:

    A review of Kenya’s international and regional human rights commitments on children and girls rights;
    An analysis of relevant existing legislative, policy and institutional frameworks at both the national and county levels;
    An analysis of key government duty bearers at both the national and county levels tasked with drafting, overseeing, implementing and enforcing children and girls rights statutes, policies including key collaborations and partnerships relevant to the identified thematic areas;
    A review of ongoing initiatives, approaches and strategies and actual engagements by state actors at both levels of government that Plan International can leverage on.
    A consolidation of recommendations from past State and non-state initiatives on children and girls rights with the aim of developing up to date advocacy and influencing strategies.

    The Methodology
    The main approach to the assignment will be a desk review of the relevant documents and strategies will be conducted impacting on children and girls at the national and county levels. Additionally Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) will also form part of the methods of collecting information to help in developing concrete recommendations. The Key informant interviewees will be proposed by the consultant and ratified by Plan International.
    Deliverables
    This assignment will have the following deliverables:

    Inception report: Outlining the consultant’s plan of action, methodology and timelines for conducting the exercise for requisite approval;
    Zero draft report: For review by Plan International to provide feedback before finalization of the report;
    Draft final report: Incorporating the feedback and input received from Plan International;
    Finalized detailed shadow report: Containing comprehensive substantive reviews and concrete recommendations.
    The format and template of presentation of the final report shall be discussed between Plan International and the consultant.

    Management of the Consultancy and Timeframes
    Plan International Kenya’s Policy and Advocacy Advisor is responsible for the overall management of the assignment. Thematic technical specialists at Plan International shall also provide a specialist eye throughout the execution of this assignment. The consultant(s) will be responsible for the planning and execution. Plan International will also avail to the consultant(s) all relevant institutional documents and/or resources as necessary.
    It is expected that the assignment will be concluded in not more than 25 working days from the date of signing the contract.
    Ownership
    The products of this assignment shall remain the property of Plan International and its authorized partners and shall be treated as confidential by the consultant(s) at all times. They shall only be made available to Plan International and no other third party whatsoever, in any form, without the prior written approval of and properly authorised employee of Plan International.
    Child and youth safeguarding Policy
    It is the responsibility of the consultant to demonstrate commitment to strictly adhere to Plan’s Child Protection Policy. The consultant also has responsibility to ensure that any persons hired, engaged or consulted during this process are made familiar with the policy and commit to abide by it during the execution of this work.
    Consultants’ Qualifications 

    A university degree in social sciences, law or any relevant field;
    Concrete evidence and experience undertaking similar work is a must;
    High level legal and policy expertise with evidence of experience in girls and women rights advocacy;
    Proven experience in producing analytical reports in the area of gender equality, girls and women’s right;
    Knowledge of the devolution context in Kenya;
    Knowledge of international and regional conventions and treaties regarding children and girls rights.

    Proposal Requirements
    In bidding for this work, the consultant(s) will submit:

    Letter of interest containing the statement of candidate’s experience;
    Detailed and current CV(s);
    Technical proposal that will explain how the objectives and expected outcomes of the consultancy will be delivered together with the proposed methodology; 
    A Work plan clearly indicating the activity schedule.
    Financial proposal providing overall costs of the assignment.

    Note: The financial proposal should be submitted separately from the technical proposal.

  • Monitoring And Evaluation Officer

    Monitoring And Evaluation Officer

    PURPOSE:
    The post holder will be responsible for strengthening the project monitoring and evaluation system to constantly inform project performance and enhance optimal utilization of data for decision making.
    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    In liaison with respective technical teams review /develop monitoring tools to respond to project goals and objectives.
    Facilitate routine data management including data collection, cleaning, validation, compilation and analysis.
    Develop and operationalise M&E processes and related tools that support quality assurance in program service delivery.
    Provide mentorship to the technical teams as well as facility level staff on applicable M&E processes such as data collection, analysis and interpretation.
    Provide mentorship/ coaching on improving functionality of manual and electronic laboratory management information systems to enhance linkage of laboratory data to patient care data systems.
    Support data quality initiatives and prepare analyses (with input from project technical staff) required for program performance review as well as for quarterly and annual progress reports.
    Compiles reports of trend analysis from M&E reports of performance against set standards to demonstrate quality of interventions, identification of gaps and areas of improvement.
    Support the technical teams in organisation and execution of program related assessments with a view to strengthening program quality and demonstrate concrete achievement of program results.
    Track program monitoring schedules with a view to facilitating timely preparation, internal reviews and submission to the donor, MoH and internally within UMB.
    Maintain and keep up to date program related databases to support donor reporting and project management.
    Support facilitation of learning and sharing of innovative models and successes of the program as part of strengthening organizational learning.
    Track for the operationalisation of the program’s M&E plan while ensuring effective data capture and preservation that will aid in mid-tem and end-term review to demonstrate impact.

    Qualifications:
    The ideal candidate should have:

    Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Biostatistics, Biological Sciences or other related discipline. A post-graduate degree with training in M&E will be an added advantage.
    At least 3 years’ experience in supporting M&E systems for public health projects.
    In-depth understanding of HIV and TB M&E mechanisms including the DHIS2, DATIM and other online reporting innovations and dashboards.
    Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet packages (Ms-excel), database management systems (Ms-Access or Epi-Info), Ms-Word, Ms-Power-Point, the internet, SPSS or STATA.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
    Exceptional report writing skills.
    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
    Good analytical and presentation skills.

  • East Africa Regional Director

    East Africa Regional Director

    Job description
    Example Engagements
    Philanthropy learning partnership: Support a philanthropy advisory organization across a range of evaluation, monitoring and consultative workstreams to identify, develop and support cost-effective, evidence-informed charities.Sanitation learning partnership: Co-locate with a UN agency and local governments to conduct demand-driven impact evaluations in Kenya and the Philippines to improve sanitation program design and impact.Agriculture impact evaluation: Conduct an impact evaluation with an Ethiopia-based agribusiness to measure the impact of supplying improved chicken breeds on small-scale poultry farmer nutrition and income.Mixed-methods education research: Shape an NGO’s education intervention in Uganda by conducting semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and teacher surveys. Visit www.IDinsight.org for more information.
    About The East Africa Regional Director Position
    IDinsight has been operating in East Africa since 2013. Located in Nairobi, the East Africa office supports 21 employees with further growth expected. The East Africa team conducts work across multiple countries (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia and others) and sectors (i.e., agriculture, health, education, sanitation, access to finance). The East Africa Regional Director (EARD) will define and execute IDinsight’s regional strategy, establish close advisory relationships, and oversee the region’s operations and portfolio of projects. The EARD will be supported by IDinsight’s CEO and Partner team, and will assume responsibility for driving IDinsight’s work and growth in East Africa.
    Strategy: The EARD will be responsible for realizing IDinsight’s sector-transforming vision for the region. As IDinsight’s primary regional representative, the EARD will develop new client engagements and initiatives and refine IDinsight’s multi-country model.Relationships: Meaningful, trusting relationships represent the foundation of IDinsight’s model. The EARD will establish him/herself as an expert and trusted advisor to development leaders to increase program effectiveness and shape evidence-based action in the region.Teams and operations: The EARD will oversee office operations and Nairobi-based teams. This includes mentoring IDinsight high-performing staff, participating in staffing decisions, managing the office budget, and playing a lead role in hiring for the region.Portfolio of projects: The EARD will also supervise IDinsight project work in the region, acting as the project director in some (if not all) projects in the region. The EARD will be responsible for providing strategic guidance to project teams and supporting stakeholder management.
    Career Development
    Career and skill development is a priority for all IDinsight employees. IDinsight’s entrepreneurial culture allows for the role to be tailored to individual passions, goals and preferences. IDinsight is also committed to facilitating work-life flexibility to maximize professional satisfaction and sustainability.
    Qualifications

    Deeply passionate about international development and social impact
    Advanced degree (Masters or PhD), preferably in public policy, economics, public administration, business or public health
    Interest in using evidence to improve social impact – fluency in impact evaluation a plus
    10 years of relevant experience, including managerial experience in a developing country (experience in East Africa a plus)
    Proven ability to be an inspiring leader in a dynamic, multicultural environment and experience in coaching colleagues
    Record of driving organizational growth
    Outstanding interpersonal skills – a “people person”
    Direct client management experience
    Willingness to travel as needed and work with remote colleagues
    Strong quantitative and critical thinking skills – a self-starter and quick learner who can hit the ground running
    Thrives in small/medium organization setting, and able to adapt to dynamic growth and change
    Excited to work across many international development sectors
    Lifelong learner with keen intellectual curiosity and sense of humor

    Compensation
    Dependent on relevant experience and background. Competitive with similar roles.
    Benefits include travel budget to return home if relevant, retirement plan, generous leave, relocation allowance, comprehensive international health insurance and medical evacuation, and technology stipend.
    Start Dates
    Flexible start during 1st half of 2018. Two-year commitment required.

  • Monitoring & Evaluation Relations Officer Principal ICT Officer Chief Accountant Deputy Finance Officer Director Principal Supply Chain Management Officer Office Administrator

    Monitoring & Evaluation Relations Officer Principal ICT Officer Chief Accountant Deputy Finance Officer Director Principal Supply Chain Management Officer Office Administrator

    Duties

    Monitoring the implementation of national and county governments development plans and recommending appropriate action
    Preparing and submitting quarterly reports on monitoring and evaluation
    Evaluating the performance of national and county governments and recommending appropriate action
    Participating in policy development and review at the Committee
    Ensuring development and implementation of the Strategic Plan and Service Charter
    Organizing the development, implementation and evaluation of the Performance Contract and Master plan
    Preparing reports on progress of the implementation of projects and programmes;
    Planning for project prioritization process for MTEF in accordance to Budget calendar; carrying out service delivery surveys
    Coordinating the preparation of development plans; interpreting and providing advice on planning and policy issues
    Carrying out feasibility studies on all service delivery projects; carrying out economic analysis and strategies

    Job Requirements 
    For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

    Have served in the grade Chief Officer in the Public Service or served in any other reputable organisation for at least six (6) years of which should have been in the grade of Chief Officer for at least three (3) years;
    Bachelor’s degree in Economics or Statistics or its equivalent  qualification from a recognized institution;
    Certificate in management course lasting not less than four (4) from a recognized institution;
    Registration by a relevant professional body;
    Certificate in computer applications related to monitoring and evaluation from a recognized institution;and
    Demonstrated merit and shown as reflected in work performance and results.

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  • Research Associate Post-Doctoral Scientist – Sustainable Livestock Systems

    Research Associate Post-Doctoral Scientist – Sustainable Livestock Systems

    Job description
    The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Research Associate to support sustainable livelihood options for dryland populations. The successful applicant will play a central role in supporting, managing, and implementing the research operations of the team. The candidate will also support team scientists with data analysis and writing to exploit the rich existing data and contribute to writing scientific papers.
    ILRI works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa. www.ilri.org
    The position
    This position will be part of the Index Based Livestock Insurance (IBLI) team as it works to support sustainable livelihood options for dryland populations. The team’s original research for development agenda focused on mitigating the negative effects of drought on pastoralists by developing and scaling index insurance for pastoralists in the Horn of Africa. The IBLI team has recently added “improving access to information from and in remote, data-scarce, pastoral regions” as a second development agenda. Currently, efforts associated with this new agenda rely on collecting local information, processing those data, often by cleaning and integrating them with additional sources of data, and then disseminating the information (e.g., to policy makers, pastoralist).
    Responsibilities

    Provide research and analytical support to project scientist and contribute to research papers
    Engage with stakeholders and policy makers to present our findings and further our agenda
    Write research reports summarizing and analysing data
    Contribute to the team’s research for development agenda (research design and strategy, survey instruments, sampling frame, survey implementation strategy, enumerator training, data collection and analysis
    Oversee management of project data: data cleaning, data inventory and storage, data analysis
    Writing and updating survey data code books that fully describe the research and survey design, data collection methods, cleaning and inventory processes
    Contribute to communication, dissemination of research findings which should include participation in meetings and workshops, giving periodic presentations to participating institutions, and communicating to policy makers through web and popular media

    Requirements

    A Master’s degree in Economics, Development Economics, and Agriculture Economics, Statistics or other related discipline
    At least 3 years of relevant experience in research for development
    Minimum 2 years of experience in quantitative and qualitative household level socio-economic data collection and analysis; experience must involve field worked survey implementation as well as data analysis and report writing
    Experience with statistical packages (R, SPSS, STATA)
    Excellent computer skills in Microsoft packages
    Excellent communications skills and ability to engage well with stakeholders
    Experience in presenting and reporting on research outputs
    Experience working in the field in remote locations

    Terms of Appointment
    This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus. It is open to Kenyan nationals only. The position is on a 3-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
    Job Level
    This position is at job level 2D and open to Kenyan nationals only. ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; pension, medical and other insurances for ILRI’s Nationally Recruited Staff.

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