Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

Research Assistant – MSc. Student

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a highly skilled, results-oriented MSc student to carry out research on Sandponics.
The position: Student will be responsible for coordinating and managing Sandponics experiment for rapid multiplication of sweetpotato planting material.
Duties and Accountabilities:

Compare the Sandponics system with conventional screen house multiplication per unit output/cost/time;
Develop optimal nutrient media for N/P/K for sweetpotato;
Maintain sweetpotato clones in greenhouse/screenhouse;
Maintain records and standard operation procedures on Sandponics experiment;
Manage and supervise operations in screen houses (Preparation of substrate, potting, planting, watering, spraying, harvesting, sorting, packaging, labeling);
Supervise hardening TC plantlets and multiplication of varieties through cuttings;
Data entry;
Sharing of experiences with Sandponics units in other sub-Saharan African countries through active participation in the seed system and crop management community of practice virtual and in person meetings.
Any other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Selection Criteria:

Bachelor’s degree Agriculture or a closely related discipline;
Enrolled in master’s program with coursework completed by January 2018;
Experience managing plants in greenhouses or screenhouses;
Strong knowledge base in chemistry and laboratory exposure;
Ability to communicate well both in writing and speaking in English;
Knowledge of Kiswahili preferred;
Knowledge of sweetpotato agronomy and pathology preferred;
Computer proficiency including MS Office (Word/ PowerPoint and Excel) skills.

Conditions: This is a one year MSc. student position based in Nairobi at the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Services Quarantine station (PQS) Muguga. The student must be willing to embark on thesis research concerning the development of Sandponics multiplication systems for sweetpotato.

October 23, 2024
Public Partnerships Specialist

How can you make a difference?
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

Seeks and promotes new partnerships and resource mobilization, working with UNICEF colleagues to identify partnership and resource mobilization needs and broker resource mobilization agreements to meet those needs. Receives and screens inquiries from potential collaborators and facilitates communication with appropriate UNICEF staff. Scans and scouts external environment within designated partnership area for opportunities and risks and shares information in a timely fashion with relevant UNICEF staff. Provides strategic, logistical and programmatic support to senior management and other UNICEF staff in corporate engagement and interaction with assigned partners.
Develops and maintains deep knowledge and familiarity with current and prospective partners and relevant stakeholders, contributing to a database of key contacts and to UNICEF’s base of knowledge on partnership and resource mobilization. Expands UNICEF’s network of key interlocutors to build stronger relationships between UNICEF and governments, other key-decision makers, regional development institutions, foundations, the private sector, international financial institutions and/or relevant constituencies.
Develops and implements annual partnership engagement and resource mobilization plans.
Acts as focal point for identification and pursuit of opportunities for outreach, engagement, policy influence and collaboration, including on how to anticipate and respond to partners’ concerns and priorities, ensure that UNICEF’s interests, perspectives, and knowledge are taken into account in relevant policy and institutional processes, and ensure that they are fully aware of UNICEF’s perspectives, policies, priorities and capabilities. Contribute to the development and management of initiatives for high-level outreach, including for UNICEF’s Senior Management.Contributes to the development of new partnership and resource mobilization practices and approaches by formulating recommendations for action based on on-going monitoring, analyzing current trends within designated partners and formulating recommendations for strategy approaches and message development.
Contributes to strategies for engagement and the development of communications products to enhance UNICEF’s visibility and influence with existing and prospective partners and key stakeholders by providing analysis of the current environment and trends and formulating recommendations for strategy approaches and message development. Works closely with UNICEF’s colleagues to ensure that policy advocacy and outreach is strongly grounded in the experience and insights of the programmes that UNICEF’s supports. Contributes written inputs for communications instruments that best inform and influence decision makers.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor to ensure the success of the team, including guiding, training, and coaching short-term staff, including interns and consultants, as needed.

October 23, 2024
Human Resources Officer NOB, Fixed Term, USSC

For every child,Hope
How can you make a difference?
Under the supervision of the Human Resources Specialist, manage all human resource development activities relating to implementation of Staff Support Plan consistent with the Country Programme Management Plan 2018-2020. The incumbent will provide full coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the established plan and ensure the plan is updated as needed.
Summary of key accountabilities:
Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primarily, shared or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-result:

Implement the staff support plan for 2018-2020 CPMP by ensuring the support plan addresses different staff need i.e: staff moving into Somalia, staff moving to other positions in the organization, staff moving to positions outside of UNICEF and / or staff being separated.
Develop, deliver or coordinate the delivery of training programs to meet organisational needs and provide professional development opportunities for staff. Conduct timely and effective training programmes and briefing on career management to all staff in the office in order to support the capacity building and career development of all staff.
Analyse organisational issues, program operations, managerial objectives and staff continuous professional development needs to identify and prioritise professional development activities.
Enhance staff’s job performance by supporting the identification of training needs, preparation of training proposals and arranging for implementation and evaluation of training. Provide HR training and support as required in country, including at sub-office locations.
Serves as the principal focal point on all activities related to Staff Support Plan; evaluates support plan activities received by staff members to assess the return on investment. Prepares regular reports (narrative and financial), including evaluation reports on skill development and enhanced knowledge in the organisation through training (individual, group, cross-organisational training).

To qualify as a champion for every child you will have¦
University degree in social sciences or other relevant disciplines (human resources, training, business administration, international relations, psychology).
Two years of relevant professional work experience in Human Resources. Field work experience fluency in English and local language of the duty station required
For every Child, you demonstrate¦
Our core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Result
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

October 23, 2024
Terms of Reference; End of Project Evaluation using Outcome Harvesting Methodology

Overview of the Project
Saferworld in partnership with the Alliance for Communities in Hardship areas (ALCHA), the Catholic Justice and Peace Commission (CJPC), the Organisation of African Instituted Churches (OAIC), Pamoja for Transformation, and the Pastoralist Integrated Support Programme (PISP) is undertaking a project titled “Building Effective Responses for Peaceful Elections in Kenya”.
The project which is funded by Department for International Development (DFID) and managed by Development Alternative Inc (DAI) focuses on reducing the potential for violence occurring before, during and after the 2017 general elections. The project will contribute to systemic conflict prevention and behavioral change by supporting state and non-state peace actors at national, county and community level to address conflicts directly and to advocate for others to do the same. The project is being implemented in five counties namely, Isiolo, Marsabit, Migori, Uasin Gishu and Trans Nzoia with specific activities targeting religious leaders and Civil Society organisations (CSOs) at National level.
The Project seeks to contribute to the following:
Impact: Free, fair and peaceful electoral processes around the 2017 general elections in Kenya.
Outcome: State and non-state actors at national, county and community levels respond effectively to the causes and incidents of violence and insecurity around the 2017 general elections.
Output 1: Peace actors at national level have increased knowledge and skills to identify and respond to election-related violence risks through direct action and influencing the actions of others
Output 2: Peace actors and institutions at county level have increased knowledge and skills to identify and respond to elections-related violence through direct action and networking with others
Output 3: *Communities in identified hotspots have enhanced skills to resolve any emerging conflicts and engage constructively and peacefully in electoral processes***Purpose and objectives of the evaluation**
The purpose of the end term evaluation is to assess the intended and unintended outcomes of the project and determine the level of the project’s contribution to these outcomes.
The specific objectives of the evaluation are to:
Identify and describe the outcomes (expected and unexpected) from the project implementation.
Establish the contribution (causal link which is either direct or indirect) of the project to the identified outcomes
Establish the status and potential of sustainability of the project after eighteen months of the implementation Identify good practices and lessons learnt related to the project operational contexts, actors engaged, strategies applied in the implementation and changes observed
Assess how the local implementing partners were involved in project management and how effective was the partnership
Evaluation questions
This evaluation seek to answer the following evaluation questions. The evaluator will be free to adjust or add to these questions to ensure sufficient data is collected?

Who are the different actors (the target actors or target group) who have benefitted or been involved in this project? What did each do/doing differently (change/outcomes), when and where?

Why each of the outcomes (actors acting differently) is/was significant to project context?

What is the project contribution to each outcome? What investment the project has done? Who else has contributed to these changes? Is there evidence?

How sustainable are the changes observed by the implementing partners as well as the actors engaged in this project?

Evaluation Methodology
This evaluation will exclusively use Outcome Harvesting (OH) methodology. The focus on the Outcome Harvesting evaluation is to interact with various categories of target actors with the aim of establishing how they have acted differently as a result of the project activities. It is expected that the evaluator will engage project team, local partner and target actors in the identifying and documenting significant outcomes realized during the project implementation.
The outcomes information will collected through:

Review the project documents including monitoring data on the outputs and outcomes and identify preliminary outcomes

Conduct interviews with project team to expound on the identified outcomes and generate more significant outcomes

Conduct interviews with staff of the local partners spread across 5 target counties and national level partners to further discuss already harvested outcomes and further identify more outcomes. The consultant will be expected to visit the five counties and hold partners’ interview and focus group discussions.

Hold focus group discussion with target beneficiaries at county level to further generate evidence on the documented outcomes

Hold an analysis workshop with project team to critically make sense of the identified outcomes and sample outcomes to be substantiated.

The consultants to identify the experts in elections management and peace building, then be given the selected outcomes to validate and give feedback report.

The evaluator will also be expected to use Most Significant Change methodology to collect at least 2 change stories per partner and select 3 Most Significant Change stories that will be part of the final evaluation report. These outcome monitoring methodologies must be described by the evaluator in the proposal clearly outlining how practically they will be used during the data collection.
Activity Schedule
The evaluation is expected to start from 30th November 2017 to 31st January 2018. This period includes the desk review, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, site visits to Isiolo, Marsabit, Migori, Uasin Gishu and Trans Nzoia counties,as well as outcome analysis and reporting writing.
Key expectations from evaluator
The evaluator will be expected to submit the following deliverables in time in compliance with standard requirements:

A 5 page inception report detailing the evaluation methodology, work plan/schedule and draft data collection tools.

A 3 page activity report explaining how the data collection process was done, challenges/limitation faced that may affect the findings and preliminary findings. To be presented to MEL coordinator a day after field visits to target counties.

Validation Workshop of evaluation findings with project stakeholders after generating the draft evaluation report. A short presentation of outcome findings, insights into contribution pathways and feasible recommendation must be shared with the project team a day before the validation workshop.

Final Evaluation report of no more than 20 pages (excluding executive summary, references & annexes). This will be presented to Saferworld in 2 hard copies and soft copy.

Most Significant Change Stories: At minimum of 3 – one-page Most Significant Change stories must be part of the annexes.

Other documents/materials such as raw data files, quantitative data files, transcripts of FGDs, photographs taken, outcomes matrix per partner, alteast 16 change stories.Management of the Evaluation process

The evaluation exercise will be managed by the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Coordinator – Kenya Programme and supported by the Project Manager, Project Officer and Project Assistant. Any matter related to evaluation process should be presented to MEL coordinator in writing. The evaluator will also be accompanied to the field by members of the project team to give any support if need be and if they are available.
Requirements
Saferworld is looking for an interested and experienced individual or a team of evaluators in support of this evaluation consultancy. The applicant must have:

Experience in conducting evaluations on peacebuilding, Conflict management, conflict sensitivity and/or other relevant sectors.
In depth knowledge of the Kenya context especially dynamics in the target counties during the elections period.
An advanced degree in developmental studies, peace and conflict management and other relevant field.
Demonstrable practical experience in monitoring and evaluation approaches. Practical experience in Outcome Harvesting, Most Significant Change and Utilisation focused evaluation tools will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of peacebuilding and conflict management processes and approaches

October 23, 2024
Regional Economic Security Data and Analysis Specialist

Role description
The ICRC defines Economic Security as the status of an individual, household or community that is able to cover its life and livelihoods obligatory expenditures in a sustainable manner, consistent with its environment, culture and customs. Within its global Economic Security approach in conflict affected countries, the ICRC implements Relief, Livelihood and Rehabilitation Programs in order to improve, restore or maintain food and economic security at household level. To achieve this objective Economic Security uses a combination of different interventions, such as cash and voucher programs, microeconomic initiatives, agricultural and livestock programs, and relief items distributions.
The role of the Regional Economic Security Data and Analysis Specialist is to serve as the focal point and lead service provider for all matters related to data collection, management and analysis and reporting and content management needed for EcoSec assessments and programming in the delegations in the Africa Region. S/he is an expert in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, with particular experience in humanitarian assessments, monitoring, evaluation and learning and strong in data management. S/he is expected to use a client-oriented approach, and coordinate and collaborate with all Departments/Units of the ICRC for cross-cutting projects and/or which their area expertise may be concerned as well as other organizations.
S/he does frequent mission in operational delegations and develops close collaboration with respective EcoSec Coordinators. S/he may also be required to cover other countries on request.
Main responsibilities

Provides operational support to Delegations as a service as per their request including in assessments, monitoring and evaluation methods and tools, data collection and analysis, beneficiary data management and technical reviews;
Supports and coaches EcoSec staff to help build their own awareness and capacities in data and analysis;
Provides surge capacity for information management in emergencies, either at-a-distance or ready to deploy with short notice;
Serves as focal point for all EcoSec data collection and analysis at the field-level within the Africa Region;
Contributes to global/regional analysis of key indicators of concern to EcoSec such as macroeconomics, population movement, remittance trends, etc.;
Maintains library of tools and templates and shares and archives best practices;
In collaboration with the other members of the Data and Analysis Specialist team, develops and maintains guidance, tools and templates for field users;
In collaboration with the other members of the Data and Analysis Specialist team and EcoSec Advanced Trainers, provides support to identify appropriate trainings for EcoSec staff;
Actively participates in, and animates sessions at the annual data and analysis workshop;
Maintains relationships with key internal and external stakeholders;
Works closely with other ICRC departments to contribute to multi-disciplinary analysis for the Region;
Scouts and tests new methods for EcoSec data collection, management and analysis;
Supports in the elaboration of the Data and Analysis strategy;
Participate in internal/external workshops and seminars, and EcoSec-related forums
Promote the principles of the Red Cross and of international humanitarian law;
As a representative of the ICRC, maintain contact and negotiate with government authorities – civilian and military – in order to carry out the work as effectively as possible.

Desired profile and skills

Advanced university degree (Master-level or above) in a social science or in a technical domain related to information technology, data science or analysis; First-level degree in combination with 2 years relevant work experience may be considered;
5-7 years of practical field and hands-on experience in information management or assessments, monitoring and evaluation of relief and/or livelihood interventions in a humanitarian context, including experience in designing and management assessment and monitoring exercises;
Solid understanding of assessment, monitoring and evaluation concepts and methods used in humanitarian emergencies, particularly armed conflict and other situations of violence, and humanitarian interventions;
Knowledge of key indicators used in monitoring humanitarian situations and populations directly and indirectly affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence and humanitarian interventions;
Demonstrated ability to collect and manipulate data and information from different sources (including primary and secondary) and in different formats and scales;
Demonstrated experience in designing and overseeing data collection exercises including secondary data reviews and extraction and field surveys;
Demonstrated ability to produce high quality analytical writing adapted to both technical and non-technical audiences;
Advanced skills in probability and non-probability sampling;
Advanced skills in descriptive and inferential statistics;
Advanced skills in qualitative data analysis;
Experience using mobile data collection;
Experience using statistical software packages (e.g. SPSS, SAS, STATA, R, etc.) and qualitative data analysis software such as (e.g. Atlas.ti, NVivio);
Awareness of latest techniques and technologies used for data analysis;
Proven experience in conducting trainings for adult audiences at different levels of expertise;
Experience of work with the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement is an asset;
Experience in advocacy and policy work is an asset
Sound understanding of the project cycle, establishing appropriate (SMART) objectives and indicators is required;
Excellent written and oral communication skills; good presentation skills; ability to represent ICRC in international forum;
Very good organisational, managerial, planning, reporting skills;
Excellent command of English and French, another language (Arabic, Russian or Spanish) is desired;
Advanced skills in word processing and spreadsheet software;
Strongly motivated by humanitarian work;
Ready to work in difficult contexts and spend time in the field, or to manage programs without direct access to the affected population;
Possessing good capacity to analyse and summarise complex situations;
Excellent ability to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment;
Strong capacities to coach staff members;
Ability to take relevant decisions within a given framework;
Open-minded and adaptable, empathic and diplomatic;
Readiness and capacity to work in a multidisciplinary team involving other sectors linked to the economic security, and collaborating with Red Cross and Red Crescent movement’ members.

Our operational and field constraints

In line with the principle of neutrality, the ICRC does not assign personnel to a country of which they are nationals
Candidates must be in good health and will have to do a medical check-up pior the departure in the field
Candidates must possess a driving license (for manual transmission vehicles)
Candidates must be prepared to accept unaccompanied postings (i.e. no spouse, partner, children or dependents) for the first two missions (minimum 12 months each) or total of 24 months

What we offer

Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment
A two-week orientation course and other opportunities for further in-house training
Generous social benefits
Length of assignment: 24 months
The opportunity to join an ICRC talent pool and be considered for future assignments elsewhere
Place of assignment: Nairobi (with regular movements to the field)
100% Mobile position
Starting date: January 2018
Deadline of application : 4th of December 2017

October 23, 2024
East Africa Trips Facilitator

Your Impacts:

Safely lead a group of up to 30 individuals through a hands-on volunteer experience within ME To WE and WE Charity partner communities in Kenya and Tanzania
Facilitate motivational, high-energy workshops with youth of various ages, education levels, backgrounds and interests
Implement logistics for trip including lodging, transportation, and meals
Promote activism through developing action plans with trip participants
Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with adults and youth
Develop youth-friendly curriculum for secondary and elementary school students
Act as a positive role model for all youth through your words and actions
Work cooperatively as part of a dynamic team as well as independently
Represent ME To WE with a high level of professionalism, passion and dedication

What you bring:

An incredible attitude and ability to navigate a fast paced, changing environment
Demonstrated leadership skills through academic, professional or personal life
Experience mentoring, teaching or otherwise supporting youth
Ability to work inclusively with people of diverse ages, backgrounds, interests and abilities
Valid passport, no criminal record; First Aid certification is preferred
Strong understanding of international development and extensive experience In developing countries
Beginner fluency in Swahili, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to the language
Proven ability to take initiative and manage high-stress situations
Excellent oral and written communication and public speaking skills
High level of passion, energy, creativity and a great sense of humour

October 23, 2024
Partnerships Officer NGO Jobs (Public Sector) Partnerships Officer NGO Jobs (Private Sector)

Job Description

Provides support to new partnerships and resource mobilization, working with UNICEF colleagues to identify partnership and resource mobilization needs and provide information to broker resource mobilization agreements to meet those needs. Receives and screens inquiries from potential collaborators and facilitates communication with appropriate UNICEF staff. Scans and scouts external environment within designated partnership area for opportunities and risks and shares information in a timely fashion with relevant UNICEF staff. Provides logistical and programmatic support to senior management and other UNICEF staff in corporate engagement and interaction with assigned partners.
Develops and maintains deep knowledge and familiarity with current and prospective partners and relevant stakeholders, managing a database of key contacts and to UNICEF’s base of knowledge on partnership and resource mobilization. Expands UNICEF’s network of key interlocutors to build stronger relationships between UNICEF and governments, other key-decision makers, regional development institutions, foundations, the private sector, international financial institutions and/or relevant constituencies.
Supports the implementation of partnership engagement and resource mobilization plans. Acts as focal point for COs in the identification and pursuit of opportunities for outreach, engagement, policy influence and collaboration, including on how to anticipate and respond to partners’ concerns and priorities, ensure that UNICEF’s interests, perspectives, and knowledge are taken into account in relevant policy and institutional processes, and ensure that they are fully aware of UNICEF’s perspectives, policies, priorities and capabilities.
Contributes to the development of new partnership and resource mobilization practices and approaches by formulating recommendations for action based on on-going monitoring, analyzing current trends within designated partners and formulating recommendations for strategy approaches and message development.

Qualifications

An Advanced university in international development, public affairs, international relations, political science or other related field.*
A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
At least two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in external relations, liaison and/or any resource-mobilization related activities, preferably in an international organization is required.
Experience in Africa a plus.
Fluency in English is required with knowledge of another UN language considered as an asset.

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October 23, 2024
Policy and Advocacy Manager Policy & Advocacy Officer

This new role is part of an initiative between ICHA at the Kenya Red Cross and the Humanitarian Policy Department at the British Red Cross. A joint work plan between these centres in Nairobi and London on mutual areas of policy interest will seek to increase evidence gathering and sharing, develop strong and relevant contextual analysis, contribute to thought leadership within the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and develop relationships with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities

Develop, lead and implement policy and advocacy strategies on humanitarian issues
Ensure specialist knowledge and analysis in order to influence work within and outside the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement using a range of different approaches including high quality research, policy analysis and external representation
Work with colleagues in different departments in the Kenya Red Cross to ensure the development and implementation of policy agendas that draw on, and inform, the work of the Movement
Monitor developments, trends and debates relevant to key humanitarian policy issues, ensuring relevant colleagues and networks are kept abreast of priority issues and that these developments are informed by the policy and practice of the Movement
Undertake or commission high quality research, policy briefings, and synthesis reports that can underpin advocacy and influencing work and that can inform programmatic engagement in specific contexts
Manage key relationships and represent at senior levels externally and within the Movement
Liaise and maintain regular contact with government officials, politicians and policy makers on key policy issues
Manage the humanitarian policy and advocacy officer and any relevant consultants, interns, and volunteers
Develop and manage annual work plans of the policy and advocacy officer and contribute to development of the joint workplan of ICHA and the Humanitarian Policy Department at the BRC
Manage staff resources, and others who from time to time may be assigned to the research and formulation process
Assist in any other duties requested by relevant colleagues

Qualifications

Master’s degree in law, political science, international relations or relevant field
At least five (5) years of relevant working experience
Demonstrable understanding of the international humanitarian system
Knowledge of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Experience leading development and implementation of policy and advocacy strategies on key humanitarian issues
Experience with senior representation and influencing work with a variety of stakeholders
Good written and verbal communication skills and strong organisational skills
Ability to analyse, capture, and synthesise large amounts of information in a high quality and engaging manner
Experience of writing and disseminating policy papers and reports
Experience of compiling and summarising materials for a variety of audiences
Effective interpersonal skills to establish cooperative working relationships in the course of performing assigned duties
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, analyse financial and operational data and information, think analytically and critically
Experience managing staff, budget and work plans
Use of internet and IT to support information and knowledge management
Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality, remain open to new ideas and experiment with improved systems and proven methods
Commitment to upholding the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

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October 23, 2024
Program Officer /Career Development officer

Program Officer will support the development and delivery of a comprehensive youth internship, mentorship, apprenticeship and career counseling program for KYES under the leadership of Senior Technical Advisor. Develop relationships with potential employers, screening and orienting youth and employers to ensure successful matches, oversight of activities and communication related to all career development activities. Support in the design and implementation of interventions that assist youth to access opportunities and platforms for internships, apprenticeships, job search activities including labour market and career information. Lead in the implementation of strategies and activities that promote youth engagement, particularly focusing on girls and young women, and marginalized populations in order to access relevant employability trainings, markets, finances, jobs and other employment services.
Key responsibilities:

Provide career counseling, assessment, administration and interpretation, building the capacity of implementing partners to deliver the career development support services;
Coordinate the internship and apprenticeship program including the initial assessment, placement and monitoring and oversight of youth internships, apprenticeship, career, and labour market information needs.
Coordinate and present specialized outreach programs designed to heighten awareness of careers in collaboration with targeted TVET institutions and service providers under KYES.
Assist in designing and implementation of KYES customized labour market information platforms and channels.
Support in management and development of relationships with private sector for provision of internship, apprenticeship and career counseling and youth mentorship providers and agencies.
Help to coordinate and participate in various events, activities and fairs on topics related to internships, apprenticeships, job placement as well as career counseling for youth
Work with County teams to ensure targets for Life Skills Training, career counselling and mentorship are met.
Work with County Board Forums and County teams to monitor implementation and reporting of Labor Market Information activities and outcomes
Work with employers, VTCs, Life Skills TOTs and Mentors to identify and profile success stories result
Support in roll out of Behavior Change Campaign Implementation plan
Support in verification of documents relating to payment of interns stipend and employers’ s fees
Support in KYES youth mobilization and outreach activities

Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences with 5 years solid work experience in roles involving working with youth and dealing with multiple stakeholder’s especially private sector and county and national government.
Preferable experience in Youth workforce Development Programmes and implementing of USAID funded projects.

October 23, 2024
Manager – Health and Nutrition

Reports to: Senior Manager – Health and Nutrition
Direct reports: Senior Officer – Health and Nutrition
Contract Details:
One (1) year renewable subject to availability of funds and performance
Monthly Starting Kes 191,337
Medical Cover for Principal and Two (2) Dependants
Group Life Cover
Group WIBA/Personal Accident Cover
Job Summary:
The incumbent will be responsible for providing technical leadership, guidance, coordinate trainings and capacity building to the MoH (Ministry of Health) staff in Saku. He/she will also support the senior program manager in the overall coordination and managerial support to the program including strong conceptual, programmatic direction and technical support to the program teams working in all the four Sub Counties of Marsabit County.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Programme Management and Development:

Guide the development of programme work plans in coordination with the senior manager and project teams.
Work closely with the Saku and CHMT in developing and implementation of monthly work plans and guide them on PCA implementation.
S/he will liaise at the local and county level with C/SCHMT, Marsabit County Officials, and Health Facility Management Teams to enhance coordination and collaboration in program implementation and sustainability.
Contribute to and maintain strong links with other programme managers (FIM, HIV, Education and Advocacy) to reinforce a strong programme approach.
Managing, developing and maintaining all aspects of Concern health and nutrition programme comprising facility and community based interventions in Saku Sub County.
S/he will assist senior manager in advocacy to inform policy makers and assist in policy review based on program learning and field based evidence.
Working with MoH to establish interventions that address and complement the other aspects of the basic nutrition minimum services packages.

Training and mentoring

Provide technical support to MoH through structured capacity building initiatives on delivery of health and nutrition interventions at health facilities and community level;
Ensure delivery of quality results through active participation in regular M&E activities: facility in-charges meetings, CHVs and skilled health workers review meetings, joint support supervision.
Orientate and mentor the Sub county Health Management Teams (SCHMTs) and facility-based service providers on existing data capture and summary tools for nutrition and HINI services in line with the District Health Information Systems (DHIS)

Monitoring and Reporting

Prepare high quality written reports for Concern and donors (quarterly and annual) and other reports as required.
Assisting with nutrition programme reviews and evaluations
Monitor the nutrition situation and advice the Health and Nutrition senior program manager on appropriate actions and changes as may be necessary and document all lessons learnt.
Working closely with the Surveillance Officer in organizing, coordinating and leading nutrition assessments and surveillance as required.
Monitor the programme against objectives outlined in the programme plan.
Conduct field visits to support field teams on effective and quality program implementation.

Representation

Attend and adequately represent health and nutrition program in County and Sub county meetings.
Representing Concern in and liaising with coordinating bodies and partners as required – MoH and other government authorities, UNICEF, WFP, OFDA and other relating NGOs.
Maintain good working relationships and co-ordination with other health partners.

Responding to Emergencies:

Support in the provision of leadership and technical guidance for emergency response programming and approaches
Participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s Emergency response as and when necessary
Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies
Programme Participant Protection Policy**
To adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct.
To support and promote the standards outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct to their team, partner organisations and beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment.
To contribute to the establishment of preventive measures to reduce the potential for abuse in Concern programme (as per P4 section 6).

Job Specification:

A degree in nursing, food, nutrition and dietetics or relevant field
At least five (5) years’ experience in Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition programming in both a development and emergency context with at least two (2) years’ experience in a managerial/supervisory role.
Technical knowledge and experience in maternal and child health and nutrition, community based health care.
Proven success working and partnering with the Ministry of Health
Good understanding of cross cutting issues- gender, HIV and AIDS, DRR, etc. and how to integrate them into public health/ nutrition programmes.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in teams.
Excellent networking and coordination skills – NGOs, UN and government agencies.
Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili. Fluency in the local language is an added advantage.
Proficiency in the use of computer applications

Disclaimer:
This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised by the line manager from time to time.

October 23, 2024