Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

A Compendium Of Framework On Monitoring, Documenting, Reporting and Response To Human Rights and Electoral Governance

Overall purpose
The Angaza Movement (TAM) aims at fostering electoral integrity and transforming political leadership in Kenya. The Angaza movement is made up of over 20 civil society organizations whose goal is to foster integrity, transparency and accountability in electoral and political processes in Kenya ahead of the 2022 General Elections.
The Angaza Movement now seeks to recruit a Consultant to develop a monitoring, documentation, resporting and response tool. These compendium of tools will be used for technical and political empowerment, engagement and action within TAM and its grassroots partners. This set of assignment is being undertaken pursuant to the collective action points adopted during the last retreat for The Angaza Movement (TAM) held in Mombasa on January 25-26, 2022. It is also in pursuant and consolidation of the separate institutional initiatives earlier advanced by the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) and InformAction (IFA) a media grassroot human rights organization that uses film as a tool for change among member’s organizations.
THE PROPOSED FRAMEWORKS
HUMAN RIGHTS MONITORING AND RESPONSE MECHANISMS

Undertake a normative description of human rights/ violations and abuses,
Undertake a deep analysis of key human rights issues and protection frameworks,
Develop a human rights monitoring, reporting and documentation tool, with guidelines on patterns, trends and response mechanisms to human rights violations,
Design standards for assessing legal and medical/ forensic evidence in all situations,
Design a tool for capturing data and information on all emerging human rights violations with a focus on Civil and Political Rights, Economic and Socio-cultural Rights, Group Rights, and Climate Justice and Environment Rights,
Provide guidance on the core approaches for seeking remedies against violations.

MECHANISMS FOR ELECTION MONITORING, DOCUMENTATION, REPORTING & GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK

Determine the core standards for determining electoral integrity in Kenya
Outline the legal and normative framework governing elections
Provide the institutional and operational environment governing the election management body.
Outline the principles and standards of a democractic election and their application to conduct of political leaders, parties/coalitions and other key actors in the electoral process.
Develop and outline a human-rights centred election security management
Outline the role of key state and non-state actors charged with delivering a free, fair and peaceful election.

MECHANISMS FOR MONITORING, DOCUMENTING AND REPORTING OTHER KEY HUMANRIGHTS GOVERNANCE COMPONENTS.

Outline the key human rights governance components for monitoring, documenting and reporting within the CPR, ECOSOC, Group Rights, Climate Justice and Environment,
Develop guidelines for designing and implementing fact-finding missions and actions,
Design guidelines for monitoring and responding to Sexual and Gender Based Violence,
Design mechanisms for monitoring media conduct and reporting on human rights,
Develop guidelines for community organizing against governance abuses. Qualification/ Applicant Requirements**
A postgraduate degree in Social sciences, law, political science, or any other related field.
A minimum of 12 years experience in election, human rights and governance related field.
Election-related expertise and knowledge
Ability to identify upcoming political trends and initiate research ideas and products
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a sensitive political environment.
Relevant sector experience will be an added advantage.

Personal Attributes and Skills

High level of integrity
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Strong ICT skills
Excellent analytical skills

Deliverables

A Compendium for Monitoring, Documenting, Reporting on Human Rights and Electoral

Governance.

All interested consultants are requested to write an expression of interest by describing their competence in management and a proposal to show how they will deliver on the identified tasks:If you believe you are qualified for this position, please submit your cover letter, CV, and copies of your certificates including your daytime telephone contact to recruitment@informaction.tv latest by 10 April 2022.

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October 29, 2024
Regional Policy Advocacy and Research Advisor

ROLE PURPOSE
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And its girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
Plan International is embarking on an ambitious and exciting change process, to make the organisation more relevant, bold, engaging and effective in a new global context. Our ambition for policy and influencing work is to drive changes in policies, behaviours and practices at international, regional, national and local levels, so as to advance children’s rights and equality for girls. Plan International’s new Global Strategy aims to transform the lives of 100 million girls and implement a programme and influence approach to achieve it. Regional level influencing – in MEESA and related country offices – will play a key role in delivering results at scale. To help achieve this, Plan International is currently recruiting a Regional Policy, Advocacy and Research Advisor.
The position is a lead technical expert to Plan’s Policy, Advocacy and Research work. S/he ensures that the regional advocacy areas are prioritized in our strategic partnerships and engagement with actors and stakeholders through influencing activities at the regional level. S/he collaborates with the Global Policy and Advocacy Department at our international headquarters, with our UN Liaison Offices and particularly with the Pan-African Liaison Office and the West and Central African Regional Office to ensure that global policy and advocacy, research priorities and campaigns effectively support our goals. S/he supports capacity development and quality assurance measures for influencing staff in Eastern and Southern Africa and represents Plan MEESA Regional Office in Plan’s global Influencing network and other networking fora.
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND MAIN WORK ACTIVITIES
Program and Influence 20%

Lead and manage the design and implementation of the Advocacy priorities that align to and complement the Pan African and Global Advocacy Strategies.
Support the alignment, design and implementation of influencing plans and the building of influencing capacity throughout the region to achieve desired large- scale improvements in girls’ rights and gender equality
Maintain a strategic overview of issues effecting girls’ rights in the MEESA, monitoring trends in the external environment and inputting and/or leading as required to organisational strategy and planning processes, in coordination with other team members.
Support a strong feedback loop and link between advocacy at the country, regional and global levels by providing inputs and collaborating with global initiatives and/or Liaison Offices.
Contribute to monitoring and evaluation of advocacy work, in particular, assessing the impact and extent of gender integration.

Policy and Advocacy (including influence multilaterals and donors) 25%

Undertake in-depth power and policy analysis of the structures, systems and networks in the region and Countries to identify opportunities for changes in law, policy, budget and behaviour that will drive the achievement of advocacy goals and objectives in the region
Identify and contribute to the convening and organization of high-level public policy platforms and dialogues and support senior Plan International staff in integrating an advocacy perspective into talking points and other materials.
Lead the development of key advocacy messages, defining effective tactics to leverage influencing strength and mobilise support for change making in MEESA
Represent Plan International at advocacy and policy meetings and events where necessary.
Undertake a range of lobbying, communications and other activities to inform and persuade policy makers, including donors and politicians, of the value of Plan International’s policy recommendations.
Working closely with the MEAL team, build systems for research, analysis and documentation that underpin evidence based advocacy and influencing at national and international levels.
Develop dissemination and communication strategies for key advocacy messages, together with the communications team.
Produce or manage the production of reports, briefing papers and presentations for internal and external audiences, as needed

Influencing in Emergencies and humanitarian settings 20%

Ensure a robust overview, ongoing analysis, and development of key messages around protecting girls in conflict issues with the particular focus on education and protection, movement and access, humanitarian and operational space issues affecting Plan International’s ability to deliver quality programs for targets we serve.
Coordinate with Plan International humanitarian advocacy staff to ensure complementarity and consistency across policy positions and advocacy platforms.

External networking and outreach 20%

Develop and cultivate value-added strategic partnerships and engagement with key stakeholders such as civil society organisations, multilateral institutions, relevant coalitions and networks, and other influencers to further Plan International’s delivery of its influencing agenda.
Design and deliver strategic influencing activities, such as workshops and events through mapping out key moments in time (events, report launches, consultations) at the national, regional and sub-regional levels to spotlight advocacy work and present Plan International as a leader in children, in particular girl’s rights, to a diverse range of stakeholders.
Represent and profile/position Plan International as a leading, international, humanitarian and peace-building actor in relevant NGO networks and other coalitions
Develop and maintain a network of external contacts with key individuals in the government, donors, NGO sector, civil society and the media.

Young people as Influencers 10%

Lead on youth participation efforts to ensure that voices of youth especially girls are integral to Plan International’s advocacy, including in planning and implementation. Acquire information and understanding of social policy and adapt strategies as necessary.
Promote the role of youth in influencing regional governance to ensure their survival, learning, and protection

Safeguarding Children and Young People (Safeguarding) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) 5%

Understands and puts into practice the responsibilities under Safeguarding and GEI policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), ensuring that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
Leads the orientation of programme staff to ensure that they are properly inducted on and understands their role in upholding Plan International’s safeguarding and GEI policies;
Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in project design, during implementation and as principles applied in day-to-day work of Programme team;
Ensures that Plan Kenya contributes to Plan International’s global efforts to ensure safeguarding and GEI, including making sure that relevant reporting and data are submitted.
Technical expertise, skills and knowledge

Academic Qualifications and experience

Hold a university qualification in political science, international law, international development, communications or an equivalent qualification
Experience in developing and delivering advocacy strategies in development and / or humanitarian contexts. Demonstrated experience in using key influencing strategies such as advocacy, lobbying, movement building, or policy development
Understanding of causes and consequences gender discrimination, exclusion and inequality and how they contribute to the non- realization of children rights and developing practical strategies to address them.
Familiar with key international human rights frameworks and their relevance for change actions and opinions of power holders and social behavior
Familiar with influencing tactics, such as advocating governments for policy change, campaigning with CSOs for budgetary revisions, strategic engagement with power
holders via media outlets, including digital
Understanding of basic techniques strategies and tools to advance social justice campaigns targeting a range of key audiences
Understanding of youth movements and youth activism approaches and trends
Experience in carrying out power, policy and political analysis to inform strategies and projects
Strong knowledge of child and women’s rights and gender justice.
Knowledge of how to maximise awareness of Plan International’s purpose, work and objectives via a range of communications channels and tool i.e external media, online, social media, etc
Good understanding of the development and NGO sector.
Experience of working with coalitions and networks.

Skills

Analytical, strategic thinking and negotiating skills
Ability to build effective relations for influencing
Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
Ability to write clearly and concisely – translating complex issues for a variety of audiences (e.g. general population and policy-makers).
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Creative thinking and problem solving skills
Proven IT skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint etc
Ability to prioritise and multitask work when dealing with competing deadlines, sometimes with limited resources

Behaviour

Promotes equality, including gender equality, inclusion and girls’ empowerment in Plan’s work and in its work with partner
Ability to work collaboratively with others
Ability to thrive in a cross-cultural environment
Discreet when engaging with external powerful external stakeholders (such as representatives of politics and the media)
Flexible, self-starter, team player, able to work without supervision
Enthusiastic, focused
Excellent relationship building skills – networking, influencing and stakeholder management skills
Promotes equality, including gender equality, inclusion and girls’ empowerment in Plan’s work and in its work with partners
Uses evidence-based results to make choices and drive change, capacities and developmental stages of children, adolescents and young people

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October 29, 2024
Household Economic Strengthening Advisor Awards and Partnerships Coordinator Executive Support Coordinator

ROLE PURPOSE
Under the general guidance and direction of the Senior Household Economic Strengthening Technical Advisor, the Household Economic Strengthening advisor will provide technical implementation and support of all livelihoods or household economic strengthening work at the field level. S/he will develop, lead, provide inputs for research and learning, monitor and evaluate the livelihoods aspects of the USAID Nawiri project. S/he will coordinate and network with USAID Nawiri consortium partners led by Mercy Corps, County departments are responsible for agriculture, livestock, nutrition, trade and other NGOs. S/he will lead on all household economic strengthening elements of the project and reports, providing capacity building for the county staff.
S/he will promote best practice in the livelihoods programmes and contribute to the overall success of the USAID Nawiri programme. S/he will oversee the implementation of livelihoods or household economic strengthening activities in Turkana County.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Strategic Planning and Programme Development

Be fully aware of and actively participate in the development and review of the USAID Nawiri implementation strategy as informed by phase 1(Learning and research phase). Specifically, lead the operationalization and implementation of the Livelihoods component of the NAWIRI strategy and ensure that nutrition sensitive strategies and approaches are integrated into the component.
Build on technical knowledge and understanding of the operation of Livelihoods related policies and services in Kenya, and how these policies can best work for the needs and peculiarities of Turkana County.
Ensure that programme strategies support and demonstrate good practice in child safeguarding.
Using a child rights programming lens, ensure that USAID Nawiri household economic strengthening is built around the Theory of Change and is regularly monitored.

Advocacy and Policy Development

Be fully aware of and proactively engage in the development, review, dissemination and operationalization of County-level policies, legislation, strategies and other initiatives and developments by government and other stakeholders relating to food security and nutrition sensitive livelihoods programming.
Regularly assess and communicate the implications for USAID Nawiri project and Save the Children’s programme and priorities of any changes in the operating environment relevant to food security and livelihoods.
Help to articulate the Livelihoods advocacy messages for the USAID Nawiri project. Work with the health and Nutrition Lead, Institutional System Strengthening lead, Learning lead and Research lead in the development of a national and county livelihoods related advocacy strategy and an implementation plan (with timeline, key outcomes and activities). Support and monitor the implementation of livelihoods related elements of the advocacy strategies at county level, including through ensuring that programme staff have relevant advocacy skills and that roles and responsibilities for different activities are clarified.
Support the health and nutrition lead and system strengthening lead develop policy briefs and position papers as and when required related to the nutrition-sensitive livelihoods programme in coordination with key programme staff. This may require technical support from Senior Household Economic Strengthening (HES) Technical Advisor, Child Poverty Technical Specialist, Nutrition Specialist and Health Technical Specialist.
Represent and advocate for NAWIRI project with County Governments, NGOs and others at the county levels in both verbal and written communications to ensure that NAWIRI work is visible in terms of innovation and quality of implementation. Specifically ensure that evidence, learning and recommendations from NAWIRI programmes are shared through:
Active participation in monthly food security technical forums/working groups at the county level
Active participation in the nutrition multi-sectoral platform at the county level
Sharing information with Senior Household Economic Strengthening (HES) Technical Advisor and Child poverty Technical Specialist to be used during Kenya Food Security Meeting and other coordination forums at national level.
Share information with Senior Household Economic Strengthening (HES) Technical Advisor, Health systems strengthening advisor, Health and Nutrition Advisor, Health and Nutrition Lead to be used during participation in the Nutrition Information Working Group or technical forums at national and county levels.
Advising field teams to ensure adequate field visibility through attendance of food security and livelihoods or multi-sectoral technical meetings at sub-county level.

Programme Quality

Monitor and provide timely, relevant, accurate input on overall technical aspects of USAID Nawiri Livelihoods programme work in Turkana county.
Liaise with Health and Nutrition lead to ensure all livelihoods and other programme staff receive the necessary and appropriate technical support. In consultation with Health and Nutrition lead agree on the range of advice, support, training and/or other assistance required by the other arms of USAID Nawiri to ensure sequencing, layering and integration as per the agreed model of poverty graduation component of USAID Nawiri programme.
Assist in the development of tools for project staff and partners to improve the quality of nutrition sensitive livelihoods work. Where necessary provide – or ensure the provision of – technical training for project staff and partners as required (such Household Economy Analysis (HEA), Livelihoods related surveys, other monitoring and evaluation).
Where external consultants (local or international) are required to technically support or monitor and evaluate projects, ensure the consultant adhere to the TOR and that quality is maintained throughout the work.
Generate quality first draft reports to donors to ensure that technical debates are well articulated and reports are of acceptable quality before submission.
Provide input on partner selection, and provide technical coaching of partners in Livelihoods.

Research, Monitoring and Evaluation

Lead team and participate in the design and implementation of Livelihoods related research or assessments work such as HEA baseline assessments, Cost of the Diet analysis, etc.
In collaboration with the project M&E Lead and engagement with field-based MEAL staff, ensure the project M&E frameworks are adhered to.
Participate in the design of the Collaborate, Learn and Adapt (CLA) methodology of the programme implementation to ensure USAID Nawiri interventions are working to address persistent acute malnutrition.
Regularly review and monitor programmes for child safeguarding issues. Take corrective action in modifying programme activities and/or report incidents.
Ensure the active dissemination of programme findings and lessons learned through the production of high quality materials and their effective dissemination to key stakeholders.

Other

Participate actively in USAID Nawiri programme meetings, planning and review activities, providing enhanced insight into Livelihoods programming.
Ensure the recruitment and training of USAID Nawiri livelihoods programme staff (coordinators, officers and assistants) in technical areas of expertise as appropriate and ensure availability of appropriate professional development opportunities.
Provide feedback on the performance of key programme staff through regular consultation with, as well as through structured performance management processes.
Contract Duration: 12 Months (with possibility of extension)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Location: Turkana

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor degree in Agriculture, Social Sciences, Community Development or other discipline relevant to rural livelihoods.
At least 5 years demonstrated experience designing and implementing livelihoods programmes.
Excellent understanding of Household Economy Approach (HEA).
Excellent technical knowledge of policy and practice in the field of livelihoods, crop and livestock production as well as other cross cutting issues.
Understanding and experience in implementing nutrition security food security and livelihoods programmes.
Excellent understanding of system approach to ending persistent acute malnutrition.
Clear understanding of and proactive approach to nutrition resilience, hunger and food security issues in Kenya, particularly in the context of Turkana county.
Understanding and experience in child rights programming.
Proven representation and advocacy skills.
Strong commitment to capacity building of county staff and partners with willingness to adopt participatory and consultative approaches.
Experience with livelihoods programming in arid and semi-arid land (ASAL) settings preferred.
Experience writing donor reports especially USAID.
Strong writing skills, including experience in writing, capacity statements and position papers.
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels, taking into account cultural and language difficulties.
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind-sets.
Experience solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy-in.
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner.
Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies.
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required. Knowledge of the local language and context will be a distinct advantage.
Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy

Closing Date: Apr 15, 2022

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October 29, 2024
Translator, Spanish

Responsibilities

Translates, generally subject to revision and often to tight deadlines, from two other UN official languages into the language of the Unit texts, which cover a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations.
Identifies new terminology material and submits it for consideration by revisers.
Provides guidance to contractual translators with a view to refining their skills and performance and helps maintain uniformity of terminology use in the unit.
Stands in for the Chief of the Unit as required.
Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrated good writing skills; ability to grasp the meaning of a complex text and translate it accurately while replicating the style and nuances of the original text. Knowledge of a broad range of subjects, including political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical subjects. Ability to make effective use of all appropriate and available reference sources. Ability to work under pressure and maintain adequate speed and volume of output. Demonstrated flexibility, judgement and discretion. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
TEAM WORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

A first-level degree from a university or institution of equivalent status is required. Candidates for this position must have passed the relevant combined United Nations Language Competitive Examination for Translators/Précis-writers, Editors, Verbatim Reporters and Copy Prepares/Proof-readers/Production Editors or relevant United Nations language competitive examinations held before 2017.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of experience in translation, précis-writing, editing, self-revision, verbatim reporting, copy preparing, proofreading or production editing is required.
Experience in the use of standard computer-assisted-translation (CAT) tools is required.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in Spanish, which must be the candidate’s main language is required. Applicants must also have knowledge of English as tested by the relevant United Nations language competitive examination. Knowledge of one other official United Nations language as tested by the relevant United Nations language competitive examination is desirable.

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October 29, 2024
Interpreter, Chinese Interpreter, French P3 Translator, Arabic Interpreter, French P4

Responsibilities
Under the broad supervision of the Senior Interpreter, the Interpreter will be responsible for the following duties:

Services up to seven meetings per week (exceptionally eight), usually of no more than three hours duration.
Provides interpretation, as required, into Chinese of speeches or statements given in English and/or French and interpretation into English and/or French of speeches given in Chinese
Routinely covers sensitive meetings.
Routinely functions as team leader of all interpreters assigned to a given meeting.
May be called upon to serve as Team Leader on missions.
May assist in the screening, training and examining of prospective Chinese interpreters.
May provide guidance and coaching to junior interpreters.
May function as Programming Officer.
May perform other related duties, as required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration; split-second accuracy. Ability to work under continuous stress and deliver clear interpretation on an exceedingly broad range of subjects. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
COMMITMENT TO CONTINOUS LEARNING: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.

Education

A first level degree from a university or from an institution of equivalent status is required. A Master’s degree is desirable. Must have passed the United Nations Competitive Examination for Chinese interpreters.

Work Experience

At least five (5) years of professional interpreting experience in international organizations is required.
Experience providing accurate interpretation of a broad range of UN subjects is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages in the United Nations Secretariat. A perfect command of Chinese, normally expected to be the incumbent’s main language is required. Candidates for this post must also possess an excellent knowledge of English or French.

Closing date 15 May 2022

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October 29, 2024
Partnerships and Investment Lead

About the role
The Partnerships and Investment team have joint accountability to raise funds and build partnerships in the UK and internationally for newly defined portfolios of work and raise match funding for large multi-year development programmes. The team manage resourcing from trusts and foundations, statutory donors, high net worth individuals, companies, and social enterprises. Although the post-holder will focus largely on foundations, statutory and trust funding the postholder needs to be versatile and able to engage with partners and donors at all levels with a willingness to fundraise across a wide range of disciplines where the need arises.
About you
We are looking for an experienced, skilled, and charismatic communicator with a proven track record of generating new business to minimum, six-figure sums, in an NGO or charity setting across a range of fundraising disciplines to help us reach new audiences and inspire potential donors and partners to support our important work.
We are committed to equality and providing a diverse and inclusive workplace. We particularly welcome applications from those who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, including disabled people and individuals from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities.
Role: Partnerships and Investment Lead (Kenya)
Purpose:

To identify, create, develop, and maintain partnerships with statutory funders, trusts, and foundations, to increase impact and build flexible funding to
support Traidcraft Exchange’s work.
At Traidcraft Exchange every member of staff is required to support our efforts to build our reputation, fundraise where they can and advocate on issues we campaign on. Our values underpin what we do and how we do it in all areas of our work; both internally and externally.
Everyone is an ambassador; everyone is an advocate; everyone is a fundraiser

Accountabilities:

Complete compelling partnership proposals and presentations in line with the organisational strategy
Ability to develop and work with technical proposals and complex project budgets
Specifically attract new partnerships and secure commitment of funds both from partners in Kenya and internationally
Contribute to the leadership and co-ordination of the Partnerships and Investment team and support colleagues to reach agreed personal and team targets
Contribute from a funding partnerships perspective into internal workstreams towards the design of programmatic portfolios
and derive a pipeline of well-positioned funding opportunities
Work with country teams to respond to donor queries and revise proposals and reports as required
Build and manage relationships with colleagues, funders, and influencers to support portfolios of work
Contribute to the design and delivery of a donor reporting structure
Build and maintain a network of public and private sector organisations to complement the specialisms of Traidcraft Exchange and to resource our work.
Produce periodic reports as required
Organise high level networking and small cultivation events and activities
Promote effective and efficient working practices, teamwork, and collaboration across teams/functions.
Ensure Traidcraft Exchange reports transparently and as required by donors on funding received
Continually seek and act upon opportunities for personal and team development
Carry out other duties, which may or may not be related to the job, as reasonably requested by colleagues
With colleagues, develop and deliver an innovative and diversified resourcing strategy around portfolios of work to ensure portfolios are supported sufficiently

You will be:

An experienced, dynamic, and skilled fundraiser and networker with proven track record in generating income within at least one of the following
fundraising disciplines; trusts/foundations/statutory
Experience of working in an international organisation focussed on either development, trade, or human rights
Experienced in developing new trusts/foundations/statutory resourcing strategies and securing new income.
A detail person, skilled at research and persuasive writing, with the ability to liaise confidently, persuasively, and diplomatically with donors, partners and
colleagues.
A self-starter, who is capable of self-management and motivation, someone who can efficiently and effectively manage their time
Someone who can work differently, innovatively, creatively, and flexibly.
Someone who can engage with colleagues to decide how to work together and how to succeed.
Ready, willing, and able to represent our mission, our values and us uniqueness in every part of your job.
Prepared to embrace challenges you may not naturally find easy.
Be open to reflect and understand your own position of power, privilege, and bias.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement
You will have:
You will have:

Demonstrable recent and relevant trust, foundations, or statutory fundraising experience 3 years+
A proven track record of securing significant new business 6-figures+
A proven track record of shaping a resourcing strategy and developing a healthy portfolio of funders and partnerships
Effective networker
Excellent organisation, research and planning skills
Excellent verbal (including public speaking) and written communication skills
The ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
A team-player approach – making decisions for the best of the organisation rather than for individual or section targets
High level of computer literacy
Relevant fundraising qualification or a degree in a relevant subject
Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas
Personal commitment to justice and fairness

You may have:

Major donor/corporate fundraising experience
Specific knowledge on trade, gender, and climate justice issues
Experience of working in a participatory grant-making setting
Raiser’s Edge experience
Experience of working in an international charity setting
Experience of overseas work or travel in developing countries

Whilst Traidcraft Exchange is a Christian response to poverty, we welcome applicants from all faiths or none. We would particularly welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We do ask that all staff members respect the Christian vision, ethos, and culture of the organisation.

Simply email your CV to recruitment@traidcraft.org, explaining the area of work you’re interested in and the skills, experience and qualifications you have to offer.

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October 29, 2024
Head of Disability Diversity and Inclusion Program Finance Head of Governance, Compliance & Business Controls Program Finance Head of Governance, Compliance & Business Controls Policy & Thought Leadership Analyst

THE OPPORTUNITY
Reporting to the Director of Human Capital Development (HCD), the Head of Disability, Diversity and Inclusion will support Regional Programs, Country Offices and partners to advance towards the full realization of the Young Africa Works Strategy (YAW). He/she will also manage the development of all Disability and Inclusion programs, partnerships, strategic plans and annual workplans of the Disability and Inclusion Unit and ensure their alignment with critical aspects of Human Capital Development (including budgeting). He/she will also lead oneness, building an inclusive, accessible and collaborative work environment, leading the Disability Diversity and Inclusion Team and the rest of the matrixed team, aligning with Young Africa Works Disability Inclusion Partnership ‘We Can Work’.
The successful candidate will be based in our Africa Hubs in either Ghana, Rwanda or Kenya
WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Provide support to partners and the Scholars Program team with the implementation of Diversity, Disability and Inclusion initiatives (including existing initiatives), driving organizational change towards impactful disability and inclusion in programming, operations and strategy.
Masterfully and compassionately manage relationships with senior stakeholders at the Foundation and the broader Scholars Program community.
Coach and mentor the staff of the Disability Diversity and Inclusion Unit, managing their workload.
Provision the development of an Inclusive Budgeting Initiative and HCD budget in line with Inclusion Guidelines, Tools & Processes.
manage numerous internal and external meetings involving the Foundation’s partners in relation to Disability Diversity and Inclusion.
Support the preparation of communications to both internal and external contacts.

WHO YOU ARE

A Master’s Degree (Ph.D. preferred) in relevant field including Special Needs Education, Human Rights, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Development Studies or related Social Sciences field.
Minimum 15 years of experience in a similar or related role in a fast-paced environment with local and multinational experience.
Proven experience in programs design and implementation related to Disability and Inclusion in various countries of Africa and beyond.
Excellent operational skills covering Special Needs Education policy and Disability and Inclusion planning; and ability to lead complex policy and strategy dialogue.
Excellent leadership and supervisory skills with established track record managing multi-location and virtual teams.
Ability to influence dialogue and policy and its use in other sectors without direct control or authority.
Excellent prioritization and managerial skills.
Demonstrated in-depth experience and track record of results and successfully working across Disability and Inclusion practices, disciplinary and institutional boundaries.
Detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to consistently and effectively produce high quality work.
Able to work independently with little direction or supervision and possess the ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects and come up with clear and concise roadmaps.
Achieve results and consistently strive to meet or exceed excellence standards.
Think innovatively and propose new ideas, approaches and solutions to problems.
Learn continuously and keep abreast of new developments in one’s professional area.
Adapt with agility and seamlessly adapt to working with new situations or contexts, with new people, and in different ways.
Act with determination and not give up in the face of adversity and setbacks; demonstrate resilience and composure.
Engage, partner and demonstrate courage, self-motivation and initiative to act on opportunities without being prompted by others.
Enable diversity and inclusion by accept and value all people, creating an inclusive environment.
Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
Possess excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures.
Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.
Demonstrate a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and vision

Deadline for Applications is April 05, 2022.

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October 29, 2024
Director, Department of Strategy, Organizational Development and Communication

KEY TASKS.
The key responsibilities of the Head of/Director of Strategy, Organisational Development and Communication are the following:
Organisational development, strategy and change

Facilitate thought-leadership, frame emerging external trends and opportunities for IPFAR’s attention, and identify implications for its organisational model.
Lead the design approaches to advance IPPFAR’s aspirations to create a more solid network of Member Associations, including exploring new presence opportunities, affiliations and other new forms of collaboration.
Build understanding and ownership from a wide range of diverse stakeholders on organisational change aspirations, including supporting teams across IPPFAR to identify the implications for their work and ways to change;
Lead the Africa Regional Office’ regular reviews against organizational development best practices and advise Member Associations in the region ensuring alignment with IPPF governance, management and constitutional standards.
Lead the monitoring of strategy implementation; compliance with policies, systems and procedures; rules and regulations to harness the synergy necessary for “delivering” at an optimal level of excellence.
Provide leadership and direction in organisational performance and accountability matters (governance; accreditation; management; YAM and volunteering) and work closely with Technical Departments/Units responsible for the respective portfolios.
provide leadership and direction in activities that enhance the organisation’s knowledge base; expertise and skills (research; organisational learning; knowledge management and other capacity building initiatives).
Lead IPPF’s global governance and leadership bodies to understand required changes, gaps and opportunities, including briefing notes and presentations; and well as overall Federation strategy development and change processes.
Design approaches and manage change, leadership, adaptive behaviours and Organisational Development capacity across the organisation.
Promote an organisational work culture of continuous learning, accountability and excellence in organisational performance.

Governance

Lead the development and implementation of IPPFAR organisational support to existing/Accredited Member Associations.
Provide leadership, guidance and support to the envisaged governance reforms at MA level.
Lead in identifying MAs governance capacity building requirements and develop appropriate strategies to address the capacity gaps; Help identify new opportunities for future affiliation, and work with relevant stakeholders to continue diversifying.
Design and lead new approaches to recruit new IPPF members and affiliates
Supervise the support to potential candidates for membership in developing business plans, including coordinating with key stakeholders, by facilitating review processes and supporting the submission of applications for accreditation.
Ensure new Collaborative Partners (CPs) receive proper orientation, support to navigate IPPF in their new role; Support CPs with their organizational change and transition processes, including through ongoing monitoring and assessments;
Coordinate and supervise the accreditation processes of Member Associations in the region and the induction on governance and ODs across the region.

Communication

Supervise the design and oversee the planning and execution of the work plans for Media, Digital Strategy, Public Advocacy, Internal Communication and all IPPFAR communication activities.
Strategically prioritise and scale up social media and digital communication with the aim to 1) elevate and rejuvenate the organisation’s profile (with a particular emphasis on the broader IPPFAR mandate); 2) increase the number of followers; 3) attract and inform donors; 4) ensure that the positive and empowering opportunities IPPF brings to individuals and societies across the globe are communicated in ways that engage the general public, policy makers, the donor community and the media.

Management
The postholder will supervise a team of national and international specialized staff. S/he will also be expected to carry out any other duties as shall from time to time be required by the Regional Director.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education

Post graduate degree in organisational development, behavioural science, international
Development, communication or equivalent qualifications and experience.

Work Experience

At least 10 years of relevant work experience or equivalent in strategy, organizational development, design, innovation, communication and/or change management, with demonstrated understanding of complex multinational organisations and multicultural environments. Experience in international development preferable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of IPPFAR. For this post, fluency in English and French or in English and Portuguese (both oral and written) is required.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include a competency-based interview which may be followed by a desk review and/or an assessment exercise.

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hroffice@ippfaro.org

October 29, 2024
Programme Manager: Feminist Opportunities Now

JOB PURPOSE
The International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global sexual and reproductive health (SRH) service provider and one of the leading advocates for universal access to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. IPPF is a worldwide movement of national organizations, referred to as Member Associations, working with and for communities and individuals. The IPPF Secretariat comprises of a London Office and six Regional Offices. The IPPF Africa Regional Office (IPPFARO) is one of the leading providers of quality SRH services in Sub-Saharan Africa and a leading SRHR advocacy voice across the continent.
IPPFARO, in consortium with Médecins du Monde (headquartered in Paris, France), CREA (headquartered in New Delhi, India), the International Federation on Human Rights (headquartered in Paris, France), and Empow’Her (headquartered in Paris, France) will be leading the delivery of a new project entitled Feminist Opportunities Now (FON), to build the capacity of women’s movements, via sub-grants to feminist organizations, with a particular effort to reaching small, often non-registered, feminist organizations to address and respond to gender-based violence. The project is developed based on an ecological model, using a multi-disciplinary gender-transformative approaches and in addition to direct sub-granting, will also provide longer-term mentorship and support to support feminist organizations in their overall development, with trainings specifically tailored to their needs. FON will also uniquely support these organizations to identify other sources of funding; the project also includes a research-action component that will help understand how these approaches can be scaled-up and made sustainable as well as knowledge sharing and communication components.
To implement this project, IPPFAR wants to put in place a talented, dynamic and diverse team with broad experience in implementing gender-transformative / SRHR programmes, strong financial management skills, proven contract management experience and the ability to deliver on donor requirements. To this effect, the IPPFAR is looking for a Programme Manager who will be responsible for leading and delivering this project. This role is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate excellent programme management and coordination skills and experience, particularly with regards to ensuring programme quality, financial management, risk management, and donor compliance. The appropriate candidate will also bring excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be willing to travel internationally – up to 45 days per year. Fluent English and French (verbal and written) are a requirement for this post.
KEY TASKS
The Programme Manager will be responsible for the following key tasks:

Programme management, budget management, partnership management, and in summary, the overall implementation of the programme to ensure the achievement of the programme goals, objectives and to ensure the overall impact/outcomes are achieved, in line with the project objectives, and are perfectly aligned and in absolute compliance with the donor requirements.
To ensure effective and efficient management of the overall programme, in line with global best-practice and standards, which includes developing appropriate technical, operational, and financial guides/policies, documents and workplans and budget formats which will allow for efficient tracking of project progress through monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
To establish and maintain systems for managing project operations:
Develop a detailed implementation plan (DIP), annual and monthly project action plans and ensure the project is delivered according to the plan, donor requirements and P&IQP project cycle and annual cycle;
Prepare detailed project budget and continuous monitoring of expenditures throughout the project period;
Strategically identify risks and risk mitigation actions to ensure successful project implementation;
Monitor the progress of the project, actual vs. planned (objectives, activities and expenditures), through analysing relevant data systematically collected over the lifetime of the project.
To provide oversight, coaching, technical support and leadership to regional project management staff, ensuring they are guided, supported and apply appropriate project implementation strategies and approaches to achieve project outcomes as indicated in the project documents.
To set-up a strong and efficient grants management structure in line with donor contract and responsible for implementation of the funding cycles including adequate oversight of implementing organisations taking a risk management and compliance approach to grant management implementation.
To coordinate with Programmes team, technical lead, advocacy, and resource mobilization team to ensure effective collaboration in project operations and reporting.
To maintain effective and constructive relationships with consortium partners, key stakeholders, and the donors both in country and at the headquarters in Paris. This will include timely response to donor queries, maintaining impactful relations with the donor headquartered/Paris and in-country with the French Embassies/AFD and coordinate their field visits.
To align the project implementation with IPPFAR’s principles of safeguarding of children and young people and gender trans-formative approach.

COMPETENCIES
LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
JUDGEMENT/DECISION-MAKING: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: A master’s degree in public health, financial management, social sciences, public policy, communications and/or other related fields
WORK EXPERIENCE: At least 10 years of relevant professional experience, with at least 5 years of solid experience in multi-country/regional programme management. A track-record in SRHR programming is an advantage.

LANGUAGES: English and French are the working languages of the IPPFARO. For this post fluency in English and French (both oral and written) is required.
SKILLS: Excellent interpersonal skills – articulate and diplomatic. Ability to interact with diverse groups; Excellent written communication skills; Strong analytical skills and the ability to summarise and simplify complex information; Strong influencing skills; Sound research skills; Good understanding of development issues and fundraising; Excellent project management, time management and organisational skills to meet multiple deadlines; Good IT skills – Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint; Flexible – team player.

Interested individuals should submit an application form in the IPPFARO CV form and a 1-page cover letter to: hroffice@ippfaro.org with the job position you are applying for as the subject of the email.

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October 29, 2024
Development of E-learning Courses

DELIVERABLES/SPECIFIC OUTPUTS EXPECTED FROM CONSULTANT

Activity: Project Kick-Off Meeting-TBD
User Interface Treatments
Instructional Design and Delivery of Storyboards
Functional Prototype Delivery
Completion and Review of Storyboards (if required)
Delivery and Review of the first draft of Modules
Delivery of itemized list of revisions
Validation of the second draft of Modules
Delivery of Completed Modules
Sign-Off and Delivery of Training Materials to FTA

The dates in the table above will be negotiated between FTA and the selected vendor at the project kick-off meeting. However, we project that the assignment should take no longer than 2 months after contracting.
The work is expected to start once the contract is signed by both FTA and the Consultant.
FTA will own copyright for all materials developed or included in the online learning program. All source materials for the developed products must be delivered to FTA upon completion of the project.
CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT
All data and information received from FTA for the purpose of this assignment are to be treated confidentially and are only to be used in connection with the execution of these Terms of Reference. All intellectual property rights arising from the execution of these Terms of Reference are assigned to FTA. The contents of written materials obtained and used in this assignment may not be disclosed to any third parties without the expressed advance written authorization of FTA.
EXPERIENCE

The consultant firm’s team must be comprised of qualified experts, with a demonstrated track record in developing quality online learning. The overall experience of the firm should be more than 5+ years.
It is expected that the team have experience developing online learning in low-bandwidth environments and have knowledge of delivering online learning in developing countries, preferably in Africa.
The firm should have strong project management ability and excellent communication skills.
References and examples of past work are required and should be included in the proposal.

Proposal Guidelines

Proposals from consultants should include the following elements:
A cover letter introducing the submission.
An overview of the consultant outlining the relevant skills and experience.
Two or more references from organizations with whom similar assignments have been undertaken outlining the consultant’s role, performance, and project deliverables.
An overview of the consultant’s understanding of this assignment.
Overview of the consultant’s proposed consultancy plan, methodology, deliverables, and implementation timelines.
Proposed budget for the provision entire assignment. All proposals must include itemized costs (in USD) to complete the tasks described in the project scope and must include all relevant fees, taxes, and costs.
Consultant(s) are encouraged to include any additional information they believe demonstrates added value for FTA within the scope of this assignment

Applications should be sent to procurement@fairtradeafrica.net. The subject of the email submission should be “DEVELOPMENT OF E-LEARNING COURSES FOR FAIRTRADE AFRICA-”.Proposals will be accepted until 12th April 2022 at 5:00 p.m. (EAT).Any proposals received after this date and time will not be considered.All proposals must be signed by an official representative of the consultants submitting the proposal.Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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October 29, 2024