Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

  • Institutional Fundraising Manager

    Institutional Fundraising Manager

    Strategic objective 2: To resource mobilize from trusts and foundations. (30% of total fundraising target)
    To achieve this objective the fundraiser will

    Create a database of trust and foundations whose thematic focus align with CBM Kenya’s work. This database will be included in the donor scoping tool/document.
    Plan to provide timely responds to calls for proposals from identified trusts and foundations led by the fundraising manager with support from other staff.
    Train board members and staff (CBM Kenya & CBM Global) on how to engage in fundraising from trusts and foundations. One of the main entry points for raising money from trust and foundations is usually person-to-person relationships.
    Invest time in creating relationships with trusts and foundations through one-on-one meetings (both online and physical).

    Strategic Objective 3: To establish funding relationships and partnerships with corporates aiming to raise both financial and in-kind resources – (10% of total fundraising target).
    To achieve this objective the fundraiser will

    Research and identify corporates whose funding themes aligns with CBM Kenya’s work and develop a corporate database.
    Cultivate interest of corporates in our work and aim to establish long-term funding partnerships. He/she will start with corporates that are CBM Kenya’s business partners e.g., staff pension managers and suppliers.
    Invite identified corporates to attend CBM Kenya’s events, project activities or visit our beneficiaries as a way of interesting them to connect to our work.
    Stewardship – Continuous communication with corporate through social media, sharing reports and impact stories.

    Strategic Objective 4: To strengthen CBM Kenya’s fundraising function through improved communication, fundraising network engagement, continuous learning, and staff skills enhancement**
    To improve the fundraising function of CBM Kenya, the fundraiser will:

    Develop CBM Kenya marketing tools such as organizational profile, videos, branded folders, pamphlets, fliers, and newsletters and use them to promote CBM Kenya’s work.
    Enhance our communication through CBM Kenya social media platforms and regularly update our stakeholders and donors about our work, programs, and plans.
    Revamp CBM Kenya’s website to ensure it is attractive and has latest information about our work, programs, and achievements.
    Supervision of communication Intern who will support our communication and public relation work.
    Subscribe online platforms that provide alerts on new funding opportunities aligned to CBM Kenya’s work such as Funds for NGO.
    Explore possibilities of joining professional fundraising networks e.g., East Africa Philanthropy Network (EAPN) and Kenya Association of Professional Fundraisers (KAPF).
    Provide regular training to staff to have a better understanding of fundraising and their roles.

    Requirements:

    Over 6 years demonstrated experience of fundraising from institutional donors, trusts, foundations, and corporates.
    Relevant academic qualifications with excellent writing skills.
    Ability to work well in a diverse team environment as well as independently.
    Ability to multi-task under tight deadlines.

    Send your application letter and resume to info@cbmkenya.org by COB 21st December 2022.

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    info@cbmkenya.org

  • Fundraising and Communication Manager

    Fundraising and Communication Manager

    KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

    Years of Experience: At least five years in a senior fundraising, marketing or communications role with evidence of having brought in multi-year donor partnerships, particularly in the humanitarian field
    Income Generation: Proven experience and a successful track record securing grants from trusts, foundations, key institutional funders, legacies among others.
    Strategies: Experience in designing, developing and delivering organization-wide fundraising strategies and tactical plans with a proven track record of managing fundraising targets and having reached or exceeded them
    Leadership & Capacity Building: Proven experience of building colleagues’ capacity on fundraising to respond to donor with tangible outcomes.
    Coordination: Demonstrated ability to work remotely, effectively and efficiently with teams in different countries.
    Marketing: A track record of leading, developing and delivering successful marketing and communication strategies for an organization, which grew organisation profile, reach and engagement
    IT: A good understanding and experience of working with databases, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, websites and Knowledge /use of funder portals and software.
    Relationship Building: Proven experience of networking and building working partnerships with donors, NGOs and other stakeholders and representing your organization on external platforms.
    Proposal and Report Writing: Experience of producing high quality proposals and reports, delivering quantitative and qualitative information in both formal and informal styles. Understanding of Log frames and M&E frameworks.
    Budgeting: Experience of producing budgets and reports for funders; experience of negotiating budgets, value for money, etc.
    Monitoring: Experience of establishing systems for monitoring and evaluating communications and fundraising and measuring long term impact
    Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, business administration or related field required

    Personal Attributes

    Demonstrable commitment to refugees and communities affected by conflict and marginalization
    Confident, honest and dependable
    Proactive, self-motivated and innovative, capable of working on their own and as part of a team.
    A commitment to WI’s mission and values, including the protection of children and survivors of human rights abuses.

    Interested applicants should submit applications (a CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the role profile) by email only to: admin@windleinternational.orgKindly include the job code FCM22 in the subject of your application.All applications must be received by Thursday 22nd December 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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    admin@windleinternational.org

  • Finance and Admin Officer

    Finance and Admin Officer

    Vacancy: Finance & Administration Officer
    Our client, a kenyan NGO is looking for a Finance and Administration Officer.
    The individual will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the financial and administrative functions of the organization.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Have financial oversight over the implementation of programs and projects 
    Prepare donor budgets, donor reports and internal budgets
    Ensure compliance with donor rules and regulations 
    Monitor budget utilization and compliance with the work plan and grant agreements
    Serve as the key liaison on finance-related matters ( internally and externally)
    Employ cost management mechanisms and procedures
    Ensure compliance and consistency with the company policies and procedures 
    Maintain proper accounting documents, financial statements and records
    Prepare and submit financial reports to the board in a timely manner
    Process payroll, prepare and remit statutory deductions
    Prepare payments, monthly bank reconciliations and other account entries
    Responsible for asset management
    Actively support and be involved in the audit process
    Ensure compliance with contractual obligations
    Responsible for the operational and financial management of projects
    Provide advanced administrative support to the Organization
    Oversee the administration of the HR function.

    Required Specifications

    A minimum of 5 years’ experience managing donor-funded projects
    A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Accounting or equivalent
    CPA/ACCA II Qualification 
    Experience with Quick books and any other multi-accounting software
    Experience in the NGO sector will be an advantage
    Experience in administration, procurement and grants management
    Attention to detail, with strong analytical and reporting skills
    Advanced working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets
    Excellent oral and written communication skills 
    Must have excellent planning, and organization skills.

    If Interested, send an application to recruitment@women4cancer.org on or before Monday 12th December 2022, with the subject line “FAO” on your email.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@women4cancer.org

  • Director, GEDI – Global Strategy and Delivery HR Onboarding Associate

    Director, GEDI – Global Strategy and Delivery HR Onboarding Associate

    Main responsibilities:
    Strategy and delivery of the GEDI action plan

    Ensure feminist principles and practices are rooted in GEDI action plan implementation strategies and our broader organizational strategies.
    Work with regional GEDI directors to identify and uplift learning from countries and regions to advise global policies and practices to improve impact with a focus on our commitment to women and girls.
    Collaborate with and advise People and Culture senior leaders and other relevant department to identify best strategy practices to advance GEDI goal in their respective area this include HR, learning and talent management, leadership development, Well being and safeguarding.
    Be responsible for the delivery of Global GEDI initiatives including piloting and testing new practices.
    Maintain an updated understanding of the industry and relevant sector practices and coordinate internal knowledge management and learning to advise our approach and delivery strategies.

    Technical support

    Provide technical support to IRC Head quarter team in developing and leading activities to strengthen inclusion and belonging for staff, this includes supporting Employee Groups, communities of practice and learning initiatives.
    Partner with HR to support HQ Unit to devise and implement the best strategy to embed increase diversity in management roles in support of our diversity and inclusive leadership goals.
    Staff and External engagement
    Partner with the GEDI council, HR and communication team to development and implement an organization-wide approach to enhance staff engagement to support our Gender equality Diversify and inclusion efforts
    Partner with our External Relations department to develop and drive external engagement agenda and the GEDI unit contribution to key debates in humanitarian GEDI-related policy and practices

    Work Experience:

    Minimum 8 – 10 years in leading organizational Gender equality and D&I strategy at a global scale requiring cross-departmental collaboration to deliver ambitious goals.
    Track record leading and influencing organization efforts to adopt intersectional Feminist approach as core to all programs and operations.
    Experience leading and supporting change management to embed an inclusive and equitable work culture both where there is direct line management responsibility and through influencing.
    International program implementation experience
    Strategy and problem-solving experience accurately diagnosing business challenges, and devising, crafting buy-in for, and implementing effective solutions with timely and efficient performance metrics.

    Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

    Deep commitment to and knowledge of strategies to advance Gender equality, diversity, equality, and inclusion;
    proven experience in incorporating feminist perspectives and ensuring equal participation in the workplace
    Outstanding project and stakeholder management skills with a consistent record delivery high-reaching, complex, and sensitive initiatives on timelines.
    Demonstrable understanding of how power dynamics affect organizations and the ability to amplify the voices of individuals from under-represented groups
    Change management and organizational development
    Stellar communication skills in written and verbal form.
    Highly versatile and flexible, with a high degree of comfort in changing and refining priorities and results.
    Team leadership

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  • Fellow – Young Leaders Program

    Fellow – Young Leaders Program

    Qualifications

    Undergraduate or master’s degree with an excellent record of academic achievement
    Less than 1 year of continuous work experience in any industry
    Proven record of leadership through extracurricular activities and/or in a work setting
    Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
    Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
    Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively – both verbally and in writing – in English

    What You’ll Do

    You will work in teams of typically 3 – 5 consultants, playing an active role in all aspects of the client engagement.
    This includes gathering and analyzing information, formulating and testing hypotheses, and developing and communicating recommendations. You will also have the opportunity to present results to client management and implement recommendations in collaboration with client team members.
    You will gain new skills and build on the strengths you bring to the firm. Fellows receive exceptional training as well as frequent coaching and mentoring from colleagues on their teams. This support includes a partner from your local office or practice assigned to you to help guide your career as well as formal training. Additionally, you will receive guidance and support from your local office in the selection of client projects, helping you to develop your skills and build your network.

    Apply via :

    www.mckinsey.com

  • National Consultant Uganda – Land Use Planning Expert

    National Consultant Uganda – Land Use Planning Expert

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

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

    Qualifications/special skills

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

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

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Expert to Develop a Training Manual for the National Council of Elders on Human Rights Standards and ADR Consultant to Develop Court Practice Direction for the Specialized Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Court

    Expert to Develop a Training Manual for the National Council of Elders on Human Rights Standards and ADR Consultant to Develop Court Practice Direction for the Specialized Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Court

    THE ASSIGNMENT
    The manual will be used to guide training for members of the National Council of Elders on Human Rights standards in dispute resolution, including in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). The manual will facilitate training on Human Rights and ADR topics that respond to the specific needs of members of the National Council of Elders as identified in the AJS baseline policy report and IDLO capacity needs assessment report.      
     
    The Consultant’s duties and responsibilities will include:

    Develop an inception report indicating an understanding of the assignment, a proposed work plan for the execution of the assignment, methodology and timelines.
    Carry out extensive desktop and field research to identify the capacity needs of members of the National Council of Elders on Human Rights standards and ADR.
    Conduct wide stakeholder consultations in the process of developing the training manual.
    Using the findings, develop a Draft Training Manual for members of the National Council of Elders on Human Rights standards and ADR.
    Facilitate validation of the draft training manual with stakeholders and incorporate feedback into the draft report.
    Refine and submit a final training manual for members of the National Council of Elders on Human Rights standards and ADR.
    Any other task(s) related to fulfilling the objectives of the contract.

     
    DURATION
    The consultancy contracts will run from 15th December 2022 to 30th March 2023. The assignment is output-based, and flexibility of schedules and availability might be required to ensure the completion of work within the time frame.
    Job Requirements
    The consultant(s) should have the following skills, qualifications and experiences:
    Education

    Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Organizational Development, or related discipline from a university recognised in Kenya.
    A master’s degree or additional studies in curriculum development will be an added advantage.

    Experience

    Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience in Human Rights and ADR institutional and legal reforms, preferably with Informal justice actors.
    Proven experience in developing training manuals and conducting training needs assessments.
    Demonstrated understating of Human Rights standards and ADR in Kenya
    At least one publication in a related field of study

    Technical competencies

    Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
    Excellent work ethic founded on the principles of integrity, impartiality, and confidentiality.
    Professionalism in the process of engaging stakeholders.

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  • Community Outreach Worker Child Protection Monitor

    Community Outreach Worker Child Protection Monitor

    DEPARTMENT:      Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)
    SUPERVISOR:         Field Office Manager
    START DATE:         16th January 2023
    END DATE:              14th September 2023 (Renewable contract subject to availability of funds and performance)
    GRADE:                    1
    POSITION SUMMARY:
    HIAS works with   communities’ natural systems to optimize support for Persons with Specific Needs (PSN). This approach enables HIAS to meet the safety, psychosocial, economic, and justice needs of PSNs; and facilitate their access to appropriate care. HIAS seeks to recruit a Community Outreach Worker who will be required to identify the most at risk and vulnerable refugees and provide them with necessary information as needed and link them with opportunities for psychosocial assessment and vulnerability assessment preceding appropriate intervention.
    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    Identification of the most vulnerable refugees in the community in need of protection and psychosocial support (including counselling, food assistance, protection concerns, financial assistance, medical assistance etc.)
    Participation in community awareness and information dissemination to members of the community.
    Assisting in referral of vulnerable refugees in the community to partner agencies for appropriate intervention.
    Provide support to caseworkers in the follow up and tracking of individual cases and updating the status accordingly.
    Assist in the provision of direct assistance to refugees in the community.
    Assist with translation for refugees in the community during assessments, home visits, counseling sessions and other activities as may be required.
    Assist in the mobilization of community members for support groups, community forums and sensitization campaigns within the communities.
    Accompany case workers for home visits, conduct individual visits and follow-ups and provide feedback reports to the case workers.
    Provide weekly and monthly quantitative and qualitative reports to the line manager highlighting individual performance, progress against targets and client needs and outcomes of assistance provided.
    Attend regular staff meetings, monthly debriefings, trainings, and other meetings as required and ensure regular personal development and supervision.
    Perform other related duties as assigned.

    QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
    Experience

    No less than 1 year working experience, including at least 6 months working with the refugee community, preferably with an NGO.
    Experience in the field of refugee protection and assistance is an added advantage.

    Skills

    Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

    Should be well integrated to the dynamics and needs of members of the refugee community within their areas.
    Good working knowledge of the community needs and gaps
    Ability to work with members of the community with little or no supervision
    Computer literacy
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills
    Basic counselling skills
    Strong problem-solving skills
    Strong training skills in community development and working with PSN will be an added advantage.
    Knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP)
    Knowledge of Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) will be an added advantage

    Language
    Proficiency in English or Kiswahili, and either Kinyamulenge, Kinyarwanda and/or French or any other major language spoken within the Congolese refugee community.
    Location
    Located either in Kayole or Rongai areas.

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    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment.kenya@hias.org using the position as subject of email.

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    recruitment.kenya@hias.org

  • Child Sponsorship Transformation Advisor

    Child Sponsorship Transformation Advisor

    The role:
    Child Sponsorship is a core funding stream for ActionAid and as the Child Sponsorship (CS)Transformation Advisor you will drive and coordinate the transformation in the Child Sponsorship product, including the innovation of the supporter communications bringing these into the 21st century to offer an impactful, personalised, and inspiring journey for our new and existing supporters. Finding cost efficient solutions and ethical storytelling in the entire cycle of content generation shall remain central to this project. We aim to be more digital in how we generate and share content with our supporters, and you will bring in expertise to maximise the use of technology to meet this ambition.
    On a wider level you will support the Public Fundraising Lead and the Digital Advisor to innovate the Child Sponsorship product and explore alternative regular giving products to diversify and grow our income base.
    ActionAid is a federated model, and you will play an important role in engaging with our key stakeholders in the programme and fundraising countries across the globe to learn from their challenges, create buy in and enable a culture of innovation through peer learning and sharing to find solutions and scale-up successful pilots.
    What we are looking for?
    We are looking to fill this exciting role to drive innovation in Child Sponsorship & Individual Giving. If you have great ideas to engage child sponsors and regular giving supporters through innovative supporter journeys? If you have experience in developing and testing digital supporter communications? If you are familiar with using audience insight to improve supporter experience? If you have understanding and experience in product innovation, then this is the role for you
    What we offer:
    ActionAid is committed to providing a welcoming, supportive workplace where we recognise a job well done, encourage close collaboration and sharing power, and where safeguarding standards and feminist leadership are exemplified everywhere. At ActionAid, you can look forward to a fair compensation package and a flexible working environment, including

    A workplace that embraces intersectional feminist principles
    Generous maternity, paternity and adoption pay

    PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
    Education and Qualifications: 

    Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.

    Essential Experience

    At least three years’ relevant senior experience of coordinating product and/or supporter/customer journey innovation, preferably in a decentralised international organisation or firm.
    Desirable: Experience of public fundraising and/or supporter engagement in a campaigning or movement-building context (e.g. political campaigns); experience of combined offline and online techniques.
    Experience in providing support and training.

    Apply via :

    al.bamboohr.com