Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

  • Technical Specialist, Enterprise Development, Kenya

    Technical Specialist, Enterprise Development, Kenya

    Working closely with local partners, FFI’s Africa Programme currently supports operations in 13 countries in West, Central, East and Southern Africa, and is implementing a range of projects focused on both terrestrial and marine species and habitat conservation, biodiversity planning, protected area management, institutional development and capacity building, sustainable use and community-focused wildlife management initiatives.
    To achieve its mission in Africa, FFI uses different approaches to work with and alongside local partners to focus on the sustainable use and management of natural resources as a means to effective conservation in the long-term. In all its projects in Africa, FFI seeks to:

    Build   and   support   local   partnerships   with   African   conservation   and   community development organisations
    Strengthen institutions to bring sustainability and added value to projects
    Maintain long term presence and relationships
    Reconcile conservation goals with the needs of local people
    Incorporate sound science in decision-making

    Kenya Programme
    FFI has been championing wildlife conservation in Kenya in some shape or form since our foundation in 1903. Exactly a century later, we opened an office in Nairobi and established a formal country programme, and have been supporting local partners to protect key habitats and species. In particular, we have played a crucial role in establishing a number of wildlife conservancies in northern Kenya that protect wildlife while also supporting sustainable local livelihoods. Beyond our terrestrial conservation programme, we are also supporting the efforts of communities in Kenya’s north coast to secure greater involvement in the management and husbandry of their marine resources.
    The Opportunity
    FFI is seeking an experienced Technical Specialist, Enterprise Development to enable our work to proactively respond to and shape the conservation enterprise and finance agenda in Kenya. It will look at aligning with FFI’s global response to the nature-climate-health triple challenge, and ensuring maximum impact for biodiversity and the environment across Kenya. Playing an important role in supporting and enabling the development of demonstratable sustainable conservation enterprises in Kenya.
    You will feed into FFI’s global enterprise work with support from our Social Equity, Agriculture and Enterprise (SAGE) team. You will have a proven track record in development of innovative and successful conservation enterprise within Kenya. You will have excellent understanding of tailor-made, up-to-date responses that address today’s barriers to sustainable conservation enterprise in Kenya and experience with non-profit conservation organisations.
    You will demonstrate capacity in strategic and analytical thinking; excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work and deliver within a diverse and multidisciplinary team, proposal writing, project management and donor reporting.
    Terms and Conditions
    Start Date:                              As soon as possible
    Duration of Contract:           2 years
    Probation Period:                 6 months
    Salary:                                    $33,000
    Location:                                Nairobi, Kenya. With travel to domestic project sites as required. International travel to FFI’s head office in Cambridge, UK may be required.
    Benefits:                                25 working days’ annual leave entitlement plus national public holidays observed in Kenya
    Hours of Work:                      This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday from 8.00am to 5.00pm with a one-hour lunch break. These hours may vary depending on the requirements of the job in the field.
    Job Description 
    Reporting to:             Country Manager, Kenya Programme
    Key Relationships:   Kenya Programme Staff
    Senior Programme Manager, Eastern Africa
    Africa Programme Staff
    FFI Finance and Enterprise team, SAGE
    Other FFI Cross-Cutting teams
    External Relationships:         In specific situations and under the direction of the Country Manager, Kenya, this role may be asked to represent FFI with national and local government agencies, communities and community-based organisations; international and national partner NGOs and for-profit entities, academic institutions, financiers and donors, representing the values and interests of FFI at all times.
    Purpose:
    The Technical Specialist, Enterprise Development will lead the development, integration and management of nature-positive enterprises, sustainable value chains and private sector partnerships within priority Kenya projects as directed by the Country Manager, and supported by the cross-cutting Social Equity, Agriculture & Enterprises (SAGE) team. 
    Ensuring all approaches support the delivery of the FFI Strategy and Business Plan, this role will identify current and emerging themes relating to enterprise development concerning conservation in Kenya and will both enable and implement FFI’s and FFI partner’s responses through high quality and collaboratively developed projects and funds.
    Specific Duties:
    Technical

    Provide technical input on enterprise development components of FFI approaches in Kenya
    Undertake research and analysis on markets, partners, costs, revenues, business compliance requirements, enabling environments, and other topics related to conservation finance and enterprise.
    Identify and develop partnerships with private sector actors that align to FFI’s conservation strategy.
    Undertake feasibility assessments of new products and ventures
    Lead the development of business models that align with FFI’s strategy and consider the planning and financing required for nature-positive enterprises in collaboration with conservation and private sector partners and FFI colleagues
    Develop financial plans, aligning with business models that demonstrate financial viability and sustainability of nature-positive enterprises and approaches
    Lead the development of legal ownership models and structures for enterprises, in collaboration with Enterprise specialists in the SAGE team and FFI legal team.
    Lead the development of investment and fundraising pitches in collaboration with finance specialists in the SAGE team.
    As agreed, facilitate supply chain development including due diligence, documentation, certification, promotion and engagement with buyers
    Facilitate engagement with wider market system actors using Participatory Market Systems Development (PMSD) and other relevant approaches to develop socially inclusive nature-positive market systems.
    Ensure biodiversity impact metrics for nature-positive enterprises are appropriate through collaboration with FFI bio-monitoring specialists in the wider Africa programme. 
    Work closely with the Technical Specialist, Livelihoods and Governance (Kenya) to,

    ensure business models developed have clear social benefits, and gender and social equity are fully integrated into design and implementation
    develop robust governance structure for conservation enterprises, clarifying membership rules, ensuring equitable benefit sharing agreements, participation of women and men.

    Project Management & Development

    Identify appropriate funding relevant to enterprise development, both grant and repayable investments.
    Manage  implementation and delivery of FFI’s commitments within specific projects as directed by the Country Manager
    Ensure full compliance with FFI protocols, policies and procedures, ensuring work is done to high quality and within agreed budgets
    Undertake specific fund management responsibilities where appropriate, including:
    Lead FFI and donor technical report writing and editing, coordinating the inputs of team members and partners, ensuring accurate and timely technical reports as per FFI and donor requirements
    Ensure all funding proposals and resulting contracts and grant agreements are appropriate to, and comply with, FFI operating standards, the FFI Delegation of Authority (DoA), and implementation context within the region
    Delivery of grant funded projects within time-frames and budgets
    Manage inputs from relevant technical and operational staff and consultants, and implementing partners, ensuring appropriate contracts are in place where relevant.
    Ensure that appropriate monitoring and evaluation is in place and fit for purpose, working with FFI team (in Kenya and in Cambridge) to review results and adapt implementation as required
    Be responsible for fund finances and ensure all expenditure complies with donor and FFI regulations, FFI’s DoA, and Kenyan laws
    Management of cash flow for relevant activities and accountability of funds, including required finance planning and reporting
    Prepare project financial reports, with support from the Kenya Finance Team and ensure timely, high quality and accurate technical, operational and financial funder and institutional reporting
    Ensure the regular back-up and appropriate storage of all data and financial records, in line with in-country and donor auditing requirements, internal and donor reporting requirements, and ensuring there is sufficient detail for overall institutional auditing of FFI.
    Under the guidance of the Country Manager provide active input and support, and when appropriate lead, new project development

    Communications and Representation

    Develop and collaborate on training materials including documentation, talks and lectures
    Develop and collaborate on articles, guidelines, briefing papers, templates etc.
    Provide training and mentoring on enterprise development to partners and communities
    Contribute to a global Community of Practice on nature-positive enterprise development as well as national and regional forums, networks and events

    Other

    Work as an active member of the wider Africa team and attend Africa team meetings and work planning sessions as required
    Provide technical input, where appropriate and requested, on other work undertaken by the SAGE, Kenya and Africa programme
    With agreement of the Country Manager perform any other tasks that may be requested from time to time, which are appropriate to the roles skills and experience, and relevant to the scope of this role

    FFI Values
    Values underpin who we are and how we act. Just as values shape who we are as individuals, they define us as an organisation, creating the culture of success for which FFI is renowned. Our people exemplify our shared values, which are interconnected and interdependent:

    We act with integrity
    We are collaborative
    We are committed
    We are supportive & respectful
    We get things done

    Applications, consisting of a covering letter explaining why you feel you should be considered for this post, a full CV (tailored to the role as advertised, highlighting relevant experience and achievements) and contact details for two referees (who will not be contacted without your permission) should be sent to africajobs@fauna-flora.orgPlease mark your application Technical Specialist, Enterprise Development, Kenya.The closing date for applications is 30th April 2022. Interviews are likely to be held during the week commencing 9th May 2022. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by email or telephone – please specify your preferred method of contact in your covering letter and indicate where you saw the position advertised.Regrettably, due to limited resources and the high number of applications we receive, we are only able to contact short-listed candidates. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.FFI encourages applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application, please contact Patrick Lelei, Finance and Administration Manager, Kenya, FFI, on Tel: +254 (0) 724 711 176 or Email: patrick.lelei@fauna-flora.org.

    Apply via :

    africajobs@fauna-flora.org

  • Training Officer, country support scale up Flagship Projects

    Training Officer, country support scale up Flagship Projects

    Details
    Mission and objectives
    The mission of WHO in the area of transplantation is to meet the requirement of the fifty-seventh World health Assembly resolution WHA57.18.. Objectives can be summarized as follows: To work with Member states and to provide assistance at their request to ensure effective national oversight of allogeneic and xenogeneic transplantation activities. This would ensure accountability, traceability, and appropriate surveillance of adverse events (in particular transmission of infectious agents of xenogeneic origin); To increase access of citizens to safe and effective transplantation of cell, tissue and organ. Additionally, to ensure ethical and technical practices of the procurement of human material for transplantation to the follow-up of recipients and live donors; To promote international cooperation to encourage the global harmonization of technical and ethical practices in transplantation. This would include the prevention of the exploitation of the disadvantaged through transplant tourism and the sale of human material for transplantation. To encourage donation of human material for transplantation. The “Clinical Procedures” unit in the Department of Essential Health Technologies is responsible for promoting the appropriate effective and safe use of cell, tissue and organ transplantation. This includes the surveillance of risks particularly in xenotransplantation. This department is also responsible for ensuring efficacy, safety and equity in the provision of clinical procedures in surgery, anaesthetics, obstetrics and orthopaedics particularly at the district hospital level.
    Context
    Set up in 2016, the Emergency Preparedness and Response Cluster at WHO AFRO works with national governments in the African Region to strengthen their capacity to prevent, prepare for, detect, and respond to health emergencies. Since 2016, WHO AFRO has supported Member States on more than 200 public health emergency responses and has come to be recognized as the lead agency in implementing emergency response efforts among the United Nations Country Support Teams. The flagship projects will collectively improve the capacity of Member States to prepare, detect and respond to public health emergencies. They will build upon existing infrastructure to put in place a well-organized partner support system that augments national capacity when needed, incorporating lessons learned from COVID-19, Ebola and other health emergencies. Initially implemented in select countries, they will be scaled up regionally over five years.
    Task description
    Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of EPR Training Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will: 1. Administer training needs assessments ; 2. Gauge skills shortages, and then address these through tailored training sessions ; 3. Ensure the effectiveness of instruction by monitoring performance post-training ; 4. In line with the EPR WHO/AFRO flagship projects, support countries to manage, plan and conduct the training activities outlined in the 3-Flagship Projects ; 5. Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities :

     Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day) ;
     Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country ;
     Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities ;
     Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc. ;
     Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers ;
     Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

    Eligibility criteria
    Age: 27 – 80
    Nationality

    Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

    Requirements
    Required experience

    3 years of experience in on training, capacity building, in an international context
    Relevant experience working for a national or local authority.
    Experience working within a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
    Must have excellent planning skills. Be able to gauge where SURGE Team Members need further training and how to appropriately provide this training
    Demonstrable experience as a Training Officer
    Knowledge of relevant performance tracking
    Ability to conduct thorough needs assessments to gauge training needs
    Excellent and demonstrated writing, oral presentation and communication skills
    Ability to convey complex information in an understandable way
    Extensive knowledge of various teaching methods
    Capable of working under high pressure and tight time constraints
    Focused on quality with attention to details – Analysis and troubleshooting skills, with aptitude and sound judgement for creative problem solving
    Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook
    It should be noted that only females of African nationality aged 22 to 35 will be considered for this assignment

    Area(s) of expertise
    Education
    Driving license
    Languages

    English, Level: Fluent, Required Portuguese, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

    Required education level
    Master degree or equivalent in an appropriate business science major e.g. training, education or a related field

     Qualification in instruction and/or learning design is advantageous
     Additional certifications or training in health emergency preparedness and response, governance or related areas

    Competencies and values

     Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to [Emergency Preparedness and Response]; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to [Emergency Preparedness and Response] procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented
     Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and [WHO] in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority
     Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues
     Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.
     Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities
     Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups
     Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary
     Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards WHO’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values

    Apply via :

    app.unv.org

  • Curriculum Development Consulting Engagement

    Curriculum Development Consulting Engagement

    Eligibility and Timeline:
    Eligibility
    The following eligibility criteria shall apply:

    3-5 years of experiencing leading the development of experiential curriculum and training materials in African contexts
    Experience with learner centered and engaging content, ability to support design of engaging visuals to enhance participant learning
    Self-starter with a proven track record of delivering high quality curriculum and training deliverables on time
    Knowledge of positive youth development principles, AGYW and women’s programming and youth employment
    Understanding of gender equality and social inclusion concepts and approaches in the international development sector
    Demonstrated ability to lead consensus building during collaborative processes to achieve a final product
    Ability to facilitate and relate to stakeholders at multiple levels
    Attention to cultural/historical context in curriculum development
    If the applicant is a firm, the names of the leading project manager will have to be specified with confirming their availability for the study.
    If applying as a consortium or firm, the team must consist of consultants of African origin and any team with exclusively African team members is preferred.

    Activities:

    Review the curriculum sourcing and skills mapping completed for the project
    Gather open source curriculum to fill identified gaps
    Create a curriculum map and wireframe
    Assemble, edit, and develop (as needed) lesson plans while accounting for contextual adaptations; including AGYW and women (three age groups), ABYM (1-2 age groups),parent, microfinance client curricula, community leadership; content will cover social empowerment and economic empowerment
    Adapt and update facilitator manual
    During testing of curriculum, support feedback processes and complete adaptations recommended
    Support local contextualization in partnership with BRAC staff
    Support creation of an orientation for the curriculum delivery
    Upon curriculum completion, act in supportive role for appropriate content translations with hired external ranslators
    Organize curriculum to be accessible and allow for ease of version control

    Do-No-Harm Approach: As BRAC adheres to the do-no-harm principle, the potential risks to participants linked to this analysis and mitigation plans to overcome risks should be outlined.
    Reporting, performance assessment, and finance:
    The consultant will report to Regional Advisor for Youth Empowerment, BRAC International You will report to Regional Advisory for Youth Empowerment and work in close collaboration with the Associate Director of Education and Empowerment, Head of Youth Empowerment and Head of Programme, Accelerating Impact for Young Women as well as interact with multiple teams across the organization.
    The consultant’s performance will be assessed along the consultancy duration particularly the quality of work produced, their timely implementation, time commitment, and meeting the scope and objective of the task. Other conditions like incidental liability, intellectual property, non-disclosure policy, ethical standard and data protection protocol, and safeguarding policy will be applicable as per BRAC’s related policies.
    The maximum budget threshold is USD 42,000, payable in monthly installments upon submission of a work update and invoice indicating days worked per task and subject to approval by the Assignment Manager.
    The Consultant will be reimbursed for all reasonable travel and related expenses with prior approval by the Assignment Supervisor. The Consultant should provide a timely summary report of expenses on a monthly basis or as relevant – all expenditures must be supported by receipts or invoices to qualify for reimbursement.

    Application format
    The application must contain the following:Submission process and deadline:
    Proposals responding to the ToR should be sent electronically to: recruitmentafrica.bi@brac.net with the subject line “Consultant Development Specialist for BRAC International”.
    Applicants are required to identify and disclose any actual or potential Conflict of Interest. The deadline of the submission is 30 April 2022.
    All responses must be received on or before the date and time indicated above. All responses submitted after this date will not be accepted.

    Apply via :

    recruitmentafrica.bi@brac.net

  • Investigator

    Investigator

    Job Overview
    The Investigator for the East Africa region will assist the IRC Ethics and Compliance Unit (ECU) conduct investigations of allegations involving fraud, waste, abuse, corruption, beneficiary exploitation and abuse, and other misconduct.
    In this role, you will support IRC programs to ensure continued vigilance with regard to the risks associated with violations of IRC’s Code of Professional Conduct and Policies the law/regulations and the further development of complaints mechanisms and investigation capacity. You will additionally collaborate with other IRC functional areas and programs to support our partners, sub-grantees and other agencies in encouraging a work environment that minimizes the potential for misconduct.
    Two commitments lie at the foundation of the IRC’s work: 1) our unceasing quest to serve the needs of our beneficiaries; and 2) our determination to meet the requirements of our donors as trusted stewards of their resources. This position will play a key role in meeting these challenges by furthering a critical mission of the ECU: to safeguard our employees, beneficiaries, staff and resources from misconduct and abuse in complex and high-risk operating environments through investigating allegations of fraud, collusion, and corruption in the use of the grant funds.
    The location will be remote working or from an IRC office, with primary responsibilities for investigations in the East region in Africa.
    Key Responsibilities

    Undertake investigations of alleged fraud, corruption, waste, safeguarding and any other type of misconduct, with objectivity, impartiality, and fairness throughout the investigative process and in accordance with generally recognized international investigative standards and IRC guidelines
    Assess cases of alleged misconduct for disclosures to donors in a timely manner
    Formulate investigation plans, review and analyze all information to determine its relevance and reliability, conduct interviews of staff and other parties, record interviews, acquire and analyze potential documentary and electronic evidence, conduct investigative research, prepare draft investigation reports, and present investigative results in a clear written form in a timely manner
    Prepare well-written reports and ad hoc briefs pertaining to investigations in coordination with the Senior Investigator, Ethics and Compliance Unit management, and others as appropriate
    Prepare recommendations for corrective actions and improved controls and effectiveness or efficiency of IRC operations
    Ensure that investigative materials are stored and maintained per ECU’s investigations Team Manual
    Aid in the prioritization of investigative work in consultation with Ethics and Compliance Unit management
    Participate in developing and revising compliance-related best practices and lessons learned from investigative work
    Engage regularly with Country Program staff and middle management, up to and including Country Directors , and other key stakeholders, and demonstrate that support is provided to local investigation teams.
    Work with Compliance Coordinators or other local staff assigned to support investigations
    Deliver investigation training, remotely and in person, to Country Program staff supporting investigations

    Reporting Lines and Working Relationships

    Reports to: Senior Investigator, ECU
    Directly supervises: None
    Other Internal and/or external contacts (globally)
    Internal: HQ, CRRD, and RAI senior leadership, SMT, middle management, and staff; and program and functional areas such as Human Resources, Supply Chain, etc.
    External: International representatives, donors, implementing partners, vendors, service providers, volunteers, external auditors, etc.

    Job Requirements

    Education: Bachelor’s degree required in business, finance, accounting, law, international relations, criminal justice or related field.
    Certification: Certificates, licenses or advanced degrees in law, accounting or computer forensics an advantage (CFE/CFF/CPA/CA/CCEP)

    Work Experience:

    5+ years of international investigations experience
    Experience in the nonprofit, NGO sectors or grant-supported organizations, regional and international organizations, or the inspector general function within a large government organization a plus
    Experience conducting fraud, collusion, corruption, vendor and supplier collusion, safeguarding and other types of investigations in challenging environments, and preferably in locations where the IRC operates
    Experience working with investigation teams in remote locations and insecure environments
    Experience examining forensic, financial and electronic evidence
    Extensive experience conducting interviews of witnesses and subjects in multicultural environments
    Experience in delivering trainings
    Experience with exposure to highly sensitive information, and ability to maintain confidentiality, including legal and financial information.
    Ability to remain respectful, empathetic, and diplomatic in the face of difficult and uncomfortable situations and conversations surrounding reviews and assessments.
    Proven ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures and communicate effectively across multiple levels in a complex global organization.
    Travel to insecure environments is required.
    Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
    Ability to work effectively in English is a requirement.
    Fraud Investigation Principles and Techniques, including Procurement Fraud, Bribery, Collusion and Corruption
    Sexual Exploitation and Abuse investigation and interviewing experience preferred
    Excellent judgment and Honesty and Integrity in the highest degree
    Interviewing skills and the ability to interview both witnesses and subjects
    Experience with computer and accounting forensic specialists (having such expertise a plus)
    Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the preparation of clear and concise reports
    Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work successfully with internal functional units and operations
    Demonstrated experience and a successful track record working with minimal direct supervision
    Data Analysis
    MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint

    Working Environment

    Position will either be remote working from home or in an IRC office environment
    Travel: Travel (up to 50%) to IRC offices, field sites, and possible insecure environments required (post Covid-19 travel restrictions)

    Apply via :

    rescue.csod.com

  • Evaluation Consultant for Terminal Evaluation

    Evaluation Consultant for Terminal Evaluation

    Responsibilities
    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations systems designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. This consultancy is located at Headquarters in the Evaluation Office which reports directly to the Executive Director. The consultant reports to the Evaluation Officer managing the evaluation and the Director of the Evaluation Office.
    The Evaluation
    In line with the UNEP Evaluation Policy and the UNEP Programme Manual, the Terminal Evaluation is undertaken at operational completion of the project to assess project performance (in terms of relevance, effectiveness and efficiency), and determine outcomes and impacts (actual and potential) stemming from the project, including their sustainability. The Evaluation has two primary purposes: (i) to provide evidence of results to meet accountability requirements, and (ii) to promote operational improvement, learning and knowledge sharing through results and lessons learned among UNEP, GEF and the main project partners. Therefore, the Evaluation will identify lessons of operational relevance for future project formulation and implementation, especially where a second phase of the project is being considered. Recommendations relevant to the whole house may also be identified during the evaluation process.
    Countries targeted in this evaluation include projects in Serbia, Albania, Bangladesh, Madagascar, Kenya and Cuba. For this consultancy countries include projects in Serbia, Bangladesh (or Albania) and a brief evaluation synthesis of all countries participating in the evaluation portfolio.
    The Evaluation Consultant
    For this Evaluation, the Evaluation Team will consist of an Evaluation Consultant who will work under the overall responsibility of the Evaluation Office represented by an Evaluation Manager, in consultation with UNEP/GEF Task Managers, Fund Management Officers and Coordinator of Health and Productive Ecosystems Sub-programme.
    Specific Responsibilities
    In close consultation with the Evaluation Manager, the Evaluation Consultant will be responsible for the overall management of the evaluation and timely delivery of its outputs, data collection and analysis and report-writing. More specifically for each evaluation of the two projects the following process will be applied: Inception phase of the evaluation, including:

     conduct a preliminary desk review and introductory interviews with project staff;
     draft the reconstructed Theory of Change of the project;
     prepare the evaluation framework;
     develop the desk review and interview protocols;
     draft the survey protocols (if relevant);
     Develop and present criteria for country and site selection for the evaluation mission;
     plan the evaluation schedule;
     prepare the inception report, incorporating comments received from the Evaluation Office.

    Data collection and analysis phase of the evaluation, including:

     conduct further desk review and in-depth interviews with project implementing and executing agencies, project partners and project stakeholders;
     (where appropriate and agreed) conduct an evaluation mission, visit the project locations, interview project partners and stakeholders, including a good representation of local communities.
     Ensure independence of the evaluation and confidentiality of evaluation interviews.
     keep the Task Manager/Project Manager informed of the evaluation progress and engage the Task Manager/Project Manager in discussions on evaluation findings throughout the evaluation process; and
     regularly report back to the Evaluation Office on progress and inform of any possible problems or issues encountered.

    Reporting phase, including:

     draft the Main Evaluation Report, ensuring that the evaluation report is complete, coherent and consistent with the Evaluation Manager guidelines both in substance and style;
     liaise with the Evaluation Manager on comments received and finalize the Main Evaluation Report, ensuring that comments are taken into account until approved by the Evaluation Manager
     prepare a Response to Comments annex for the main report, listing those comments not accepted by the evaluation consultant and indicating the reason for the rejection; and
     (where agreed with the Evaluation Manager) prepare an Evaluation Brief (2-page summary of the evaluand and the key evaluation findings and lessons)

    Managing relations, including:

     maintain a positive relationship with evaluation stakeholders, ensuring that the evaluation process is as participatory as possible but at the same time maintains its independence;
     communicate in a timely manner with the Evaluation Office on any issues requiring its attention and intervention.

    The evaluation consultant shall have had no prior involvement in the formulation or implementation of the project and will be independent from the participating institutions. The consultant will sign the Evaluation Consultant Code of Conduct Agreement Form.
    The evaluation consultant will be selected and recruited by the UNEP Evaluation Office through an individual consultancy contract.
    Comprehensive terms of reference will be shared with consultant separately.
    Qualifications/special skills

    Academic Qualifications: A university degree in environmental sciences, international development or other relevant political or social sciences area is required. An advanced degree is desirable.
    Experience: A minimum of 8 years of technical / evaluation experience is required, preferably including evaluating large, regional or global research programmes and using a Theory of Change approach; and a good/broad understanding of Sustainable Land Management is desired.
    Working knowledge of development oriented organizations is an added advantage.
    Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this consultancy, fluency in oral and written English is a requirement

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Development Manager

    Development Manager

    Position Overview:
    RefugePoint is looking for an experienced Development Manager to help grow RefugePoint’s funding portfolio in Kenya/East Africa. The role will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will be a part of our global team—working with staff in Kenya as well as the HQ-based Development Team to develop and implement a local fundraising strategy focused particularly on institutional donors (government, foundation, corporate).
    Key responsibilities include conducting robust donor-mapping and funding research, being the lead writer for proposals and reports submitted to local/regional funders, supporting the HQ development team with grant writing and reports for Kenya program activities, and serving as a liaison with the HQ development team to plan and host donor and staff site visits.
    The ideal candidate will be proactive, confident, and a strong written and verbal communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
    Key Responsibilities

    Develop and implement a local (Kenya/East Africa) fundraising strategy in collaboration with the Country Director (based in NBO) and the Manager of Philanthropic Partnerships (Based in US).
    Conduct local/regional prospect research and donor mapping—identifying and reporting on new funding opportunities, including researching and vetting prospective government and corporate/foundation donors in the region
    Identify and share relevant funding opportunities with local refugee-led organization partners
    Serve as lead grant writer for local and regional funders, including developing, writing and submitting proposals and reports
    Support the grant writing/reporting process as needed for U.S./European/Canadian donors who are funding RefugePoint’s programs in Kenya
    Build and steward key funder relationships in Kenya and East Africa, including establishing and maintaining relationships
    Coordinate with key programs; Finance and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) staff to prepare proposals and reports
    Support the Development Team in planning, organizing and hosting (or co-hosting) donor site visits to Nairobi (both institutional and individual donors)
    Identify and share funding opportunities with refugee led/serving Community Based.

    Other duties as assigned.
    Qualifications:

    3-5 years professional experience in development/fundraising in Kenya or East Africa, preferred experience in Nairobi
    Fluency in written and spoken English
    Excellent, persuasive communication skills (writing and verbal) that engage and inspire others
    At least two years of demonstrated grant writing experience
    Familiarity in managing funder relationships in all stages of the donor management life-cycle (identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship)
    Familiarity with the philanthropic community in Kenya preferred
    Experience working with donor management and CRM software (such as Salesforce) preferred
    Demonstrated passion for RefugePoint’s mission and alignment with its values
    Knowledge and understanding of refugee issues
    Strong time management and prioritization skills; ability to work independently and meet hard deadlines

    Apply via :

    refugepoint.applicantstack.com

  • Global Assurance Manager

    Global Assurance Manager

    Role Purpose
    Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.  Plan International believes in the power and potential of every child but this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination and it is girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, the organisation strives for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.  Plan International has been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and is now active in more than 70 countries.
     
    Global Assurance is part of Plan International’s governance framework and was established to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve Plan International’s operations. It helps Plan accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes
    This role will be expected to lead and manage a regional team in providing assurance to the Leadership Team and the International Board on key processes, policies and controls at country, regional or global level as well respond to the changing assurance needs of Plan International as the organisation implements the new global strategy.  . The role holder will manage the delivery of the annual audit plan and will take the lead role in managing audits and reviews to deliver clear and evidence-based audit opinions within the region. The role is also involved in planning and performance of advisory or ad hoc assignments requested by the Global Assurance stakeholders.
    Dimensions of the Role

    Management of the regional GA budget of approximately €500,000
    Management, leadership and direction of the regional GA team (currently xx staff)
    Matrix management of GA Seniors and other PII Staff who are assigned to work on audits in the region
    Providing advice and support on governance, risk management and control framework to regional and country leadership teams in the region and globally in Plan International
    Part of the Global Assurance Management team (GAMT) providing cover and support to other managers when required
    Foster innovation/creativity among the GA team to face the challenges of a changing environment and context
    Lead on strategic projects to deliver the GA Strategy

    Accountabilities

    Development and Implementation of the GA Approach and Strategy
    Actively contribute ideas to shape the GA strategy
    Position GA as a fit for purpose assurance resource at a regional level
    Act as a lead on various projects or products to implement the GA strategy as agreed with the Head of Internal Audit
    Market  the GA Strategy and Approach to various stakeholders especially at a regional and country level
    Actively engage with the GAMT to ensure consistent development and implementation of the assurance approach and strategy
    Act as a lead on various consultancy assignments where requested by Senior Management and the International Board

    Providing Assurance:

    Planning, monitoring and quality review of assurance engagements on key systems, processes, policies and controls carried out at the country, regional and global levels.
    Contribute to the department resource planning, as agreed with the Head of Internal Audit, that provides assurance on key systems, processes, policies and controls in Plan International
    Ensure that assurance engagements, projects and other assignments they are leading are well resourced, completed on schedule and of high standards and follow GA approach/methodology and the IIA standards.
    Prepare and monitor that the work plan is being implemented within the approved regional budget
    Deliver high quality, value-adding reports to the relevant stakeholders that are clear and solutions focused
    Provide monitoring of management Actions in response to Assurance Reviews to ensure that they are effective in addressing identified risks. 
    Supports a culture of fraud risk awareness at all levels of the organisation in our assurance work

    Change Management and Learning:

    Influence change within and across the organization to strengthen risk management, accountability and effectiveness and support management in improving operations and to provide a platform for learning from results of audits across Plan International.
    Provide practical recommendations on how to improve systems, processes, policies and controls
    Facilitate the sharing of learning, based on best practices from the different units within the organization or from the sector, especially in areas where they are lead champions
    Provide technical support at various forums in the organisation focusing on risk management and the control framework
    Actively participate in regional and other leadership meetings to provide GA inputs  particularly on  risk, controls, governance, processes and policies
    Always keep up to date on organisational changes and actively seek discussions with relevant stakeholders within the organisation on issues that have impact on current and potential GA assignments
    Suggest and support new and innovative ways of working within the GA department.

    Relationship Building:

    Builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate conduct of assurance engagements and exchange of knowledge on assurance best practices
    Building relationships with key internal stakeholders mainly regional and country management teams to facilitate the conduct of assurance engagements and identify areas where GA can offer management advisory support
    Build relationships with key regional and global functional leads, especially in the areas where they are lead champions
    Interact with other assurance functions from NO compliance teams, INGOs, external auditors, internal controllers and the donor community to widen knowledge or learning from audit work on assurance best practices and new developments in risk management and controls.
    Respond to queries raised by NOs, GH, RH or Cos on assurance work, internal controls and risk management, providing prompt and professional advice as appropriate
    Access and support professional networks and communities of practice

    Leadership of Regional GA Staff:

    GA assignments will be delivered by an effective and efficient team, skilled in their area of expertise
    Line manages three regionally based GA Seniors
    Provide coaching and guidance to the teams that undertake the various assurance engagements
    Facilitate the professional development of direct reports
    Together with direct reports, develop individual work plans that show key deliverables and personal development plans; provide regular appraisals
    Ensure that Plan values and behaviours are adopted by self and the regional GA team

    Safeguarding and Gender Equality and Inclusion
    Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures
    Technical expertise, skills and knowledge
    Essential

    Demonstrable knowledge of principles of auditing and risk management
    Demonstrated understanding of causal and root cause analysis
    In depth knowledge and understanding of the risks facing the development sector
    Knowledge of various donors’ conditions and requirements
    Knowledge of development sector and Humanitarian standards (Core Humanitarian Standards)
    Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
    Proven managerial experience, with emphasis on motivating and getting the best out of others
    Proven skills in managing multiple assignments over a wide geographical coverage involving multiple teams
    Proven ability to analyse complex situations and problems and identify and appropriate response (conflict management)
    Good negotiation and influencing skills
    Holds oneself accountable for making decisions
    Able to manage budgets efficiently and effectively
    Excellent facilitation and presentation skills
    Excellent interpersonal skills in a multicultural environment, including the ability to build relationships with colleagues at different levels within and outside the organization – country, regional, national offices and donors 

    Behaviours

    Holds self and others to account to deliver on Plan International Values and Behaviours
    Willing to take a stand to uphold a position or view
    Promotes innovation and learning
    Self-driven and works under minimum supervision
    Sound judgement and decision-making in complex situations
    Cross culturally adept
    Demonstrate high degree of professionalism and integrity
    Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
    Takes responsibility for own learning and development
    Values diversity
    Active listener
    Team player

    Desirable

    Knowledge of Arabic
    CISA or another relevant IT Risk or Audit qualification
    Analytical thinking
    Emotional intelligence
    Creativity
    Resilience
    Certification in audit, fraud, risk management (CIA, CFE, CRMA, CISA, etc.)

    Apply via :

    al.org

  • Regional Protection and Accountability

    Regional Protection and Accountability

    JOB PURPOSE
    The Protection and AAP Advisor will report to the Senior Regional Emergencies Advisor and Head of EPR in RBN, with technical support from HQ.  The Protection and AAP Advisor will manage a small team (currently to include a JPO from early 2022 and cross-unit programme and administrative support). The Protection and AAP Advisor will also collaborate closely with the planned Senior Conflict and Access Advisor.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
    The Protection and AAP Advisor will be responsible for coordinating a small team and the following key duties:
    Technical Support to Country Offices

    Analysis: The Advisor will provide technical guidance, advice and in-country support to COs in undertaking an analysis of protection and of conflict / peace dynamics – including gender-based violence – impacting food insecurity and vice-versa and arising from WFP operations and presence. Analytical support to include work on data protection and privacy and privacy impact assessments (PIAs) as necessary, in accordance with corporate policy and guidance. Guidance on IHL implications for operations will also be required, including on cross-border assistance and application of Security Council Resolution 2417. Support on risk analysis as part of corporate risk management should also be provided.
    Response: Provide technical guidance and advice on the integration of protection, conflict sensitivity, and AAP to COs in the region through remote support as well as in-country missions. Based on the analysis of protection and conflict sensitivity issues, the Advisor will help COs and partners to develop risk mitigation responses including programme adjustments, advocacy measures, partnership building and coordination enhancement activities, etc. The Advisor shall work closely with WFP field staff; protection-mandated and non-mandated agencies; WFP Cooperating Partners; and other relevant interlocutors on the ground in this regard.
    Monitoring: The Advisor will work with the Vulnerability Analysis and Mapping (VAM) teams and the and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Units throughout the region in the region to integrate relevant protection and conflict sensitivity concerns into assessment and monitoring tools, and support the roll out of the updated monitoring mechanisms with WFP and partners at the field level.
    Research and conceptual development: Where appropriate, the advisor will support COs develop and assess potential theories of change of how WFP’s programming may contribute to peace, and engage / support research on the same through SIPRI or other mechanisms to better understand possible contributions to peace and how to measure this.

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (2)
    Global and Regional Collaboration

    Engagement with corporate policy and strategic framework: Provide feedback on the utility / effectiveness of existing corporate tools for protection, conflict sensitivity, inclusion and AAP, and provide input into the development of new corporate tools and policies, strategies and guidance as relevant.
    Integration into existing tools and processes: Provide advice and technical support to integrate protection and conflict sensitivity considerations into WFP’s existing tools and processes as relevant at the regional level.
    Cross-functional engagement: The advisor will work with all other regional units at the bureau as necessary, including: security, logistics, supply chain, and others, to ensure that any risks assessments for access and delivery take into account protection of beneficiaries and conflict sensitivity concerns.
    Inter-agency coordination and representation in regional fora: The Advisor will assist WFP to coordinate with other UN humanitarian agencies, NGO partners and other relevant interlocutors on assessments of current and emerging protection and conflict dynamics and response planning. In particular, the Advisor will assist WFP to strengthen its engagement with the relevant protection coordination mechanisms and individual protection actors to ensure complementarity with the overall strategy on protection.

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (3)
    Capacity Building and Partnership Engagement

    Training and Information Provision: Identify capacity strengthening needs and facilitate capacity building, including training, on protection, conflict sensitivity, peacebuilding and AAP for WFP and cooperating partner staff across the region. The Advisor will undertake training and building the capacity of staff on protection analysis, response development and integration in WFP’s work, including regular dissemination of new guidance, tools and approaches for this work, and link staff to available training and other opportunities in their country of operation and elsewhere.
    Partnership development: Build links and forge partnerships with peacebuilding and conflict sensitivity actors. Maintain and expand existing partnerships relevant to Protection and AAP and identify opportunities for collaboration with partner agencies and new partnership. The Advisor will represent WFP in relevant inter-agency protection fora, and will provide advice to WFP staff who participate in such meetings at the national or field levels

    Community Feedback Management and PSEA

    Community Feedback and Complaints Management: In collaboration with M&E and CFM managers, ensure protection and conflict sensitivity issues can be captured through the Complaints and Feedback Mechanism (CFM) and responded to appropriately.  Provide advice, guidance and follow-up in relation to protection aspects of the CFM and ensure data protection and privacy are respected throughout the feedback cycle.
    Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse: Provide policy advice, technical guidance and implementation support to all teams to prevent and address SEA and engage with regional and country level work on PSEA as necessary. Facilitate and support the work of PSEA Focal Points in COs.
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Qualifications & Experience Required
    Education:

    Advanced University degree in International Law, Development Studies, International Affairs, Agriculture, or Social Sciences, or a field relevant to international development and humanitarian assistance.

    Experience & Knowledge:

    A least 10 years (5 of which at international and field level) of postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in development projects or humanitarian assistance, including crisis and post-crisis contexts;  experience in the East Africa / Horn of Africa region is highly desirable.
    Demonstrated experience working on humanitarian protection and/or international humanitarian law, human rights law and programming in a field setting;
    Experience of managing teams and projects;
    Experience in the design and delivery of training and other learning initiatives related to accountability to affected populations, protection mainstreaming, and conflict sensitivity;   
    Experience working with WFP or a WFP cooperating partners in the field is a strong asset;
    Strong knowledge of food security and/or nutrition programme principles and practices in a variety of contexts.

    Language: 

    Fluency in oral and written English mandatory. An intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages) is desirable

    ADDITIONAL KEY KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

    Able to interact with a broad range of stakeholders and external audience with maturity and tact
    Excellent communication/presentation skills, with the ability to write strategy documents, to develop business plans and to write and deliver presentations
    Collaborative spirit, able to partner with a wide range of people at all levels and across different cultures and to act with credibility and diplomacy
    Self-motivated and able to work with a high degree of autonomy
    Sets high-level of ambition for the project and own work to achieve impact for the hungry people we serve
    Fully committed and motivated to achieve the aims of the UN World Food Programme
    Able to hire and grow a team of professionals

    Apply via :

    career5.successfactors.eu

  • Consultancy – Production of a Film for Project Documentation

    Consultancy – Production of a Film for Project Documentation

    TERMS OF REFERENCE
    Description and scope of work:
    This Project Documentation seeks to bring top-of-mind awareness to the work implemented by the different PROSPECTS partners in Kakuma Refugee Camp, the Kalobeyei Integrated Settlement, and the Dadaab Refugee Complex, in order to document their activities – stories for impact visibility, attained through PROSPECTS’ execution to donors, operational and implementing partners in the refugee operation, in-country national audience, and displacement affected communities globally.
    Deliverables of the project:

    A script, work plan, and a storyboard for the video based on inputs from the FilmAid Kenya Communications team and provided audiovisual resources.
    At least two draft edits for input and one final version of the project video.
    Final video optimized for web format (15-20 minutes)
    At least two video cutdowns ( 5-10 minutes)
    Support provided by FilmAid Kenya:

    FilmAid Kenya will regularly communicate with the Consultant, provide feedback and guidance and the necessary support to achieve the objectives of the work, and remain aware of any upcoming issues related to the performance and quality of work.
    FilmAid Kenya will provide the Consultant with:

    Project information (reports, existing audio vidual resources, human stories, PROSPECTS-branded pictures);
    Branding and other PROSPECTS Project communication guidelines;
    Suggestions on the most suitable stories to aid in script development.

    Role Summary:

    Under the overall guidance and supervision of the FilmAid Kenya Communications team, the selected Consultant / Consultancy Firm will be responsible for the following:
    Creation of the general concept of the video; Development of the detailed scenarios of the video and coordination and approval of the scenarios with the FilmAid Kenya Communications team.
    Ensuring timely delivery of all end products by providing a schedule/work/production plan.
    Collect existing audiovisual elements (videos, photos, audio, infographics) from Film Aid Kenya’s Communications team to use to edit the project.
    Edit the footage in line with the script agreed and approved by Film Aid Kenya’s Communications team and produce a professional quality package of broadcast quality.
    Record and edit narration/voice-over where needed under the guidance of the relevant FilmAid Kenya focal person.
    Embed subtitles in the video as per need; Audio balance the final product and convert it into formats for use on TV, radio, web, and provide feedback on edit resources.
    Liaising with the FilmAid Kenya Communications team on production schedules, end product formats, and materials access.
    Creation of teasers, trailers, cutdowns, and other promotional vignettes of the film for use on social media and other digital distribution channels.
    Ensure the film is completed efficiently and on schedule; determine and manage priorities.

    Desired Skills and Qualifications:

    In-depth knowledge of post-production processes, workflows, and best practices, including scheduling and final deliverables.
    Knowledge and demonstrated experience in assembling ready audiovisual resources to create a story-worthy film using various editing/post-production formats.
    Top-notch organizational skills, ability to take direction and give orders as needed.
    Work independently and with teams, able to decipher problems and create solutions.
    Experience covering social, humanitarian, and development subjects will be an asset.
    Adept at determining priorities and hitting deadlines; ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
    Productivity-focused and proven to be a quick problem solver, with the ability to overcome technical challenges as necessary.

    Share your firm’s qualifications and proposal to deliver on the requirements contained within this EoI together with a budget for completing this work to reach us on or before the 19th of April 2022 by 5:00 pm EAT to procurement@filmaid.org with the subject title ‘PROSPECTS DOCUMENTATION.’

    Apply via :

    procurement@filmaid.org

  • Regional Programme Adviser East Africa & Yemen

    Regional Programme Adviser East Africa & Yemen

    Overview of the Role
    The Regional Programme Adviser will have a number of allocated country offices and will provide a range of advisory support and capacity building to in relation to programme proposal development, grants management, and PCM (ensuring the effective management of the full programme cycle and donor reporting). Additionally, they may act as the within regional team expert on a particular area of programme and business development.
    The postholder acts as the key interface between the country office, regional office and head office. As part of a technical matrix structure, the postholder is required to work collaboratively with colleagues in both the technical and the operational management structures in country offices, and also has a technical accountability to the programme function, policy, strategy, and direction as determined through the Head Office level of the NRC. Staff within the team may be required to contribute to global initiatives as part of a wider community of specialists. Collaborative working with colleagues within the wider regional programme team, at HO and in other Regions is essential to effectiveness in the role and maximising the shared learning across NRC.
    What you will do

    Provide specialist support, advice and guidance to own portfolio of country offices in relation to programme development and to strategic planning in country programmes.
    Conduct regional analysis of trends in the region as allocated by line manager to contribute to regional understanding and provide evidence for new initiatives (e.g., advocacy, new project ideas, new potential donors or partnerships)
    Responsible for capacity building and learning and development, as required, including facilitation of induction training for relevant programme personnel in COs, and provision of PCM support, including facilitation and delivery of trainings, to country programmes within the region.
    May be required to participate in a small number of recruitment interviews for key relevant CO positions and provide some technical supervision (e.g., Grants/PCM Managers).
    Responsible for quality control of high-risk donor proposals and reports, macros log frames, and triannual reports and internal programme strategy documents and reports, in regard to NRC strategies and donor compliance.
    Where applicable, liaise and work collaboratively with colleagues in Policy and Partnerships to ensure provision of information and support to Cos

    Specifically you will

    Identify gaps in quality and practice, and common learning and development needs in relation to programme proposal development, PCM, Grants Management within the region’s COs and work collaboratively with L&D colleagues (regional, HO, OD/PCM Adviser) on development of learning initiatives to build skills and capacity
    Be the in team focal point on assigned institutional donor knowledge, working collaboratively with colleagues in Partnerships and Policy (HO, NRC Rep Offices), and other regions, to develop information resources and tools to support COs in targeted programme proposals and high-quality donor reporting and compliance
    Conduct analysis of trends in the region or sub-region to contribute to regional understanding and provide evidence for advocacy and innovative project ideas.
    Establish and provide a regional helpdesk function, working collaboratively with colleagues within the region and country offices

    What you will bring

    Several years of experience within the humanitarian/recovery context, of which 3 years of Manager/Advisor experience
    Specialist knowledge and expertise equivalent to an advanced university degree in a relevant field (e.g., international development, politics, social science)
    Knowledge of institutional donors’ strategies, priorities, and compliance requirements – NMFA, UNHCR, FCDO, ECHO etc.
    Track record of successful proposal development, or similar in funding or partnerships
    Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, with preference for previous experience in (name of region, or country contexts)
    Understanding of, and commitment to working collaboratively with technical and operational colleagues within a matrix structure, including capacity building
    Experience of developing learning and development tools and resources to support capacity building
    Knowledge of and interest in new business opportunities, including commercial partnerships
    Experience of working with cross-country programmes and donors
    Fluency in English (and relevant language/s for the region), both written and verbal; is an asset

    We are also looking for people who

    Can plan and deliver results
    Have a strong analytical skills
    Are able to think strategically
    Are able to communicate with impact and respect
    Can initiate action and change
    Have the ability to Handle insecure environments

    Apply via :

    ekum.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com