Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

Global Continuous Improvement Specialist

PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Our Promise calls us to action for Continuous Improvement:

Stewardship that results in a bias for action, Continuous Improvement and Innovation towards future challenges, clear value for money and every higher standards of efficiency.
We continually ask ourselves how we could make each task simpler, faster, better and cost effective”.
To achieve this, we must equip staff across the Partnership with the tools and understanding to systematically improve how they and their teams organize and implement their work. As Global Continuous Improvement Specialist, you will serve the entire organization, both teams and individual contributors, in fulfilling Our Promise by becoming a more agile and simpler organization.
You will help teams and individual contributors to achieve higher levels of performance by increasing the value that they provide through helping them develop better products, processes and services.
You will be a catalyst in releasing the latent potential to fulfill Our Promise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Engage with Field Offices, Support Offices and Global Centre, working with leaders, teams and individual contributors to provide mentoring, guidance, coaching, consulting and training in the area of Continuous Improvement.
A lot of this engagement will take place within the scope of the specific Continuous Improvement programs we offer, or specific Kaizen Event session.
Manage, improve and expand the day-to-day services linked to the certification programs that we have in place. This includes White Belt, Yellow Belt, Green Belt and Black Belt programs. Manage and improve the end-to-end processes linked to these programs (admission to certification).
Finding better and more creative ways to sustain and expand our services. A good example could be exploring opportunities to bring volunteers to help us mentor some of the Yellow Belt candidate
Create and develop the right reporting systems to measure and track the progress and effectiveness of the Continuous Improvement efforts and the progress made in the development of the capacities associated with Continuous Improvement across the Partnership.
Ensure that the information we report is accurate and continue to track and report this information on ongoing basis
Manage, sustain, improve and expand the Continuous Improvement knowledge infrastructure available through multiple channels such as team sites, eCampus training content, wvcentral, etc., to ensure that the use of the tools, content, training courses, etc. is maximized by various users across the partnership.
Posting on some of those platforms, valuable information and increase the engagement of the members of those sites
Project manage programs designed to foster a culture of Continuous Improvement to increase awareness and to help individuals and leaders develop and strengthened the organization core competencies for staff and leaders, e.g., agile organization and improve and innovate.
To facilitate Virtual Kaizen session with cross functional teams to help them better understand and apply the C.I. tools and resources available

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Experience with the application of Continuous Improvement tool in the context of a Christian Non-Profit organization
Deep appreciation for strategic operations in complexity and proven track record in developing approaches that simplify and streamline business processes.
Identifies and analyses situations and/or issues, considers options, develops and decides on solutions, recommends and/or implements and monitors appropriate solutions.
Experience designing, and implementing effective learning resources (training, learning tools, learning programs, etc.)
Experience Training, facilitating, teaching, coaching and mentoring others in the use and application of Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma) in a global setting both virtually or face to face.
Knowledgeable and comfortable with the use of technology. Reporting platforms, web applications, power bi, share point, media, learning platforms, virtual tools, zoom, teams, etc.
Written Communication: Expresses ideas, thoughts, and concepts clearly and effectively in writing, using correct and appropriate grammar, organization and structure.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, international development, engineering or related field. Proven record of the application of Continuous Improvement, principles, tools and methods (Lean Six Sigma), demonstrated by the implementation of Lean Six Sigma projects (DMAIC).
Minimum certified Green Belt (ideally, certified Black Belt, or able to attain certification within a few months.)

Preferred:

Experience mentoring, teaching, facilitating and mentoring others in the use and application of Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma). Face to face and virtual settings.
Preferred master degree in Education, MBA, Technology or other related fields.
Agile methodologies.
Knowledge Management/Change Management.

Work Environment/Travel:

The position requires ability and willingness to travel up to 20%.

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October 28, 2024
Country Director

We are currently seeking for a transformational leader to be our Country Director in Kenya. Specifically, we are seeking an energetic change maker, and a visionary with robust programmatic experience. This Country Director position will be for 24 months and is aiming to be focused on developing and executing a country growth strategy that will ensure relevance and impact of Action Against Hunger in Kenya.
Candidates need to show relevant experience of have managed organizational change processes, increased significantly diverse funding portfolios, and have proven records of external engagement with a variety of stakeholders including local and national government entities as well as local and international organizations.
As Kenya is an emerging economy that is still dealing with significant internal inequities reflected on the development indicators across the country, the future Action Against Hunger Kenya Country Leader will need to be creative and innovative in exploring, beyond the regular donor funding mechanisms, other sources of funding that can ensure sustainability of our interventions in the local context.
Requirements

At least 10 years of senior management experience.
Minimum 10 years of work in development contexts, preferable with experience in emerging economies in Africa.
Overall knowledge of Action Against Hunger key areas of intervention.
Previous experience of managing successfully organizational change processes
Results driven and demonstrable ability to set and communicate goals and ensure effective and appropriate decision making and problem solving
Ability to organize, mentor, engage and motivate a multicultural team
Experience in fundraising from a diverse donor portfolio in similar contexts like Kenya (emerging economies), preferably in Africa.

Required Skills & Competencies

Knowledge on developing and executing Business plans.
High level financial management skills to steer the operational budget and modeling scenarios.
Proven analytical skills and ability to think strategically.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to motivate and influence internally and externally.
Very good level of IT literacy and an understanding of how new developments in technology can positively contribute to the aims of an INGO.
Fluent in English (professional English needed)
Understanding of managing security and risk within an INGO context.

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October 28, 2024
People Operations Advisor

Essential Job Responsibilities
SUPPORTING ACTIVE RESPONSE

Participate as a core member of the People Teams’ mobilization to support agency emergency response priorities.
Work with partners from the response team and other departments to coordinate actions to support effective response.
Advise teams on best practices to support complex recruitment and hiring during emergency response.
Liaise between teams to ensure processes and procedures are meeting the needs of the response.
Coordinate with teams responsible for tax, immigration and employment law considerations for areas targeted by emergency response programming and integrate mitigation measures into ongoing response processes.
Advise on capacity and structure of new programming teams mobilized for emergency response.
Provide additional capacity to the administrative needs supporting recruitment and hiring during the initial phases of an emergency response, including facilitating approvals, completing paperwork, drafting PDs and other documents and posting roles for recruitment..
Advise and add capacity to program-based HR teams and facilitate connection to central office support and resources.
Deploy as needed to provide immediate people-focused support during the initial phases of a response.
Synthesizing Learning and Promoting Best Practices
Develop and maintain an operational toolkit to support HR practices and procedures during an emergency response.
Contribute to agency level after action reviews to help promote organizational learning. Consolidate People-related learnings and lead processes to implement recommended changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
Participate in cross-functional working groups that contribute to increasing organizational capacity during emergency and critical incident response.
Partner with Global Rewards and Global Security teams to enhance Duty of Care practices, particularly in relation to emergency and critical incident response.
Partner with Ethics & Compliance to ensure practices and processes enhance Mercy Corps’ culture of integrity and accountability

Support Global People Team Capacity and Priorities

Engage as an active contributor and collaborator to Global People Team priorities. Able to lead work streams as assigned.
Provide additional capacity to teams during times of enhanced demand, especially around times of program start-up and close down.
Ensure Global People Team processes, procedures and policies complement needs during emergency and critical incident response. Proactively partner with relevant teams to address gaps as needed.

Supervisory Responsibility
N/A
Accountability
Reports Directly To: Head of People Operations
Works Directly With: Global People team, Humanitarian Leadership and Response team, Global Security team, Regional Directors and Leadership teams,European and US Program Support teams, International FInance team, General Counsel, Global Procurement and Logistics.
Knowledge and Experience

5 or more years experience in international human resources, with at least 3 in business partner/ advisory capacity.
3 or more years of experience within the humanitarian and international development sector. Experience at the country/ program level is preferred.
Demonstrated experience with emergency or critical incident response in the humanitarian and international development sector, including familiarity with Sphere and Core Humanitarian standards.
Comfort and familiarity supporting and advising teams operating in complex and rapidly evolving humanitarian contexts.
Familiarity with humanitarian program start up activities, particularly related to the range of People-related activities..
Proven ability to work productively with a wide variety of stakeholders to run both participatory processes and also meet tight deadlines with an emphasis on producing quality products.
Ability to lead teams, handle negotiations and facilitate planning processes.
Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills.
Availability to work non-standard hours as needed, especially when supporting an active emergency or critical incident response..
Able to read, write and speak English proficiently is necessary. French, Arabic, Spanish and/or Russian language skills are also preferred.

Success Factors
The successful People Operations Advisor is able to provide meaningful, time-sensitive and impactful People-related advice and direction in support of an agency humanitarian emergency response. They are comfortable navigating complex and ambiguous situations and are willing to adapt within a changing context. They are able to triage problems and recommend solutions in support of the strategic aims of the emergency response. They are confident in their ability to independently identify needed actions and are proactive in resolving them. Finally, they are eager an learner and are willing to engage in the individual and collective reflection needed to constantly improve.
Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions
This role can be based at an established Mercy Corps office location in Europe (Edinburgh, London or The Hague), Africa or the Middle East. The individual must have the independent right to live and work at the location of assignment (ie., not require visa sponsorship). Up to 30% international travel may be required, possibly with little advance notice to locations with complex safety and security environments and limited services.
Ongoing Learning
In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.
We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.
We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

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October 28, 2024
Policy Specialist- Women Peace and Security

Duties And Responsibilities

Oversee the development of regional and country-level programmes in the area of Women Peace and Security (WPS)

Oversee the development and implementation of regional programmes and project on WPS
Provide technical inputs to programme proposals from country offices;
Provide advice on contextualizing/ localizing programme documents, country strategies, and knowledge products;
Coordinate monitoring and reporting for WPS in collaboration with programme teams.
Provide strategic planning support for regional activities and strategies addressing WPS and their incorporation into Regional Strategies and annual work plan.

Provide capacity building support to Country Office/Multi Country Office on WPS programming

Provide substantive technical and policy support to country office and multi country office programme teams in developing and strengthening WPS portfolio: Country Office Strategic Plans, Annual Workplans and programmes;
Develop, implement and monitor capacity building initiatives for Country Offices.
Provide technical support to partners on implementation of WPS programmes and projects;
Provide technical policy advice to WPS programme/project managers

Establish and strengthen strategic partnerships with stakeholders, regional/ international actors and development partners:

Build, manage, and expand relationships with reginal and national partners, including development partners to support implementation and expansion of the Women, Peace and Security programme;
Provide technical advice to partners and oversee capacity building opportunities and initiatives;
Produce periodic updates, briefs and analysis on regional/country dynamics of the Women Peace and Security portfolio to be used by stakeholders, CO and HQ;
Closely liaise with relevant colleagues at County/Regional offices and HQ.

Manage the resource mobilization strategy for Women Peace and Security in the region

Participate in the implementation, monitoring and periodic updating of the resource mobilization strategy on Women Peace and Security in the region;
Finalize relevant documentation on donors and develop potential opportunities for resource mobilization.
Provide technical support to field-based presences in the region in mobilizing resources for the implementation of Women Peace and Security portfolio;

Review budget management for Regional Office WPS programmes and manage people:

Lead and supervise WPS team, including by performing personnel performance reviews and ensuring ongoing capacity development of personnel by suggesting development opportunities;
Monitor budget and financial delivery of the WPS programme to ensure timely allocation and utilization of resources, in line with UN Women rules and regulations and against agreed targets and expected results and using appropriate business management systems;
Ensure effective information flow, communication and coordination between offices, programmes and projects.

Oversee Monitoring And Reporting For The WPS Portfolio

Oversee the monitoring of progress against mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators;
Gather information and prepare reports on progress of programme implementation for donors, including technical reports and periodic (quarterly/annual) progress reports;
Provide technical support in the preparation of audits and evaluations and follow up on the implementation of audit and evaluation findings and recommendations related to the regional WPS portfolio.

Oversee the design of WPS in the region and the development of relevant knowledge products:

Represent UN Women in meetings and policy dialogues on issues related to WPS;
Work closely with and provide advice to regional/ national bodies and interagency groups that influence national and regional policies related to WPS;
Identify best practices and lessons learned to guide programme improvement and strategy planning;
Research, develop and present analytical reports, research papers, briefing notes, background papers, summaries, correspondence, and knowledge products on WPS.

Key Performance Indicators

WPS programmes are implemented in line with Strategic Notes and Annual Work plans and budgets;
Programme teams adhere to UN Women’s Rules, Regulations, policies and procedures, using a results-based management approach;
Timely and quality technical advice and support;
Quality reports and other strategic documents are drafted and submitted in a timely manner;
Strong relationships are built and maintained with various partners and stakeholders.

Competencies

Core Values

Respect for Diversity
Integrity
Professionalism

Core Competencies

Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
Accountability
Creative Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Inclusive Collaboration
Stakeholder Engagement
Leading by Example

Functional Competencies

Excellent programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills
Excellent knowledge of women peace and security;
Ability to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them
Ability to synthesize programme performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-making
Strong knowledge of Results Based Management;
Ability to lead formulation of strategies and their implementation;
Strong networking and partnerships-building skills;
Ability to perform qualitative and quantitative research, and use evidence to inform policy advocacy and technical advice;
Excellent analytical and communications skills; ability to write high-quality papers, speeches, briefings and reports;
Strong knowledge of UN programme management systems.

Required Skills And Experience

Education and Certification

Master’s degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, Political Science, Development, Public Administration, Gender is required
A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
A project/programme management certification would be an added advantage

Experience

At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in programme management, including programme design, programme coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building.
Technical experience in Women Peace and Security, preferably with field experience in managing and/or overseeing related programmes, including policy development.
Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is an asset.
Experience in setting priorities, budgets, work plans, participating in programme development and programme writing;
Experience working in the UN System is an asset;
Proven experience in leading teams effectively.

Language

Fluency in English is required;
Working knowledge of the other UN official working language is an asset.

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October 28, 2024
Strategy Advisor

Scope of Work:
The Strategy Advisor will manage a team that supports the Mission’s strategy development and implementation, process management initiatives, strategic communications, and the development of knowledge products for learning, adaptation, and organizational capacity enhancement. The Strategy Advisor will support USAID Kenya and East Africa to advance its localization agenda and further other strategic choices to improve the sustainability of development interventions and outcomes in Kenya and East Africa.
Kenyan nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Strategy Advisor will report to the Chief of Party.

Technical and organizational development support in developing, monitoring, adapting, and communicating USAID/KEA strategies and associated enabling environment;
Technical and organizational development support to streamline management processes to enable strategic and efficient implementation;
Manage a strategy and communications team including direct reports and consultants to deliver high-quality products and services for USAID/KEA;
Collaborate with other technical and operational teams to deliver integrated support to the Mission and implementing partners;
Lead support in the organization, and execution of internal and external learning and collaboration events, workshops, co-creations, and training with USAID personnel, implementing partners, and other stakeholders;
Generate ideas and act as a knowledge partner to support USAID/KEA Strategic Planning and Analysis (SPA) office in systems strengthening;
Support USAID/KEA SPA office to conceptualize, create, reengineer, or develop mission orders, templates, and tools;
Lead support to communicate USAID/KEA strategies, policies, procedures to other USAID implementing partners;
Support the design, organization, and execution of training on USAID policy, and
Recruit and manage local experts, expatriate experts, and local firms to supplement bandwidth and technical expertise.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree or PhD in public policy, international relations, economics, or a relevant social science degree; a Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of relevant professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement
Excellent English written and oral communication skills
At least 5 years’ experience working with an international donor on strategy or program management, monitoring, and evaluation
USAID experience; work with a program office preferred
Comprehensive understanding of USAID ADS Chapter 201 Operational Policy for the Program Cycle
Analytical and writing skills with experience authoring program and operations guidance, mission orders, or project designs
Excellent communication and presentation skills and experience working with senior leadership

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jobs.socha.net

October 28, 2024
Child Rights and Safeguarding Advisor (Re-Advertisement)

Internal

Country Management Team members as required
Director of Program Implementation and quality
Technical Advisors
Business Development Unit
Global and Regional functional and thematic leads
Functional departments Heads at KCO
Program Unit Managers and PU staff

External

National and Local authorities especially relevant ministries in the country e.g. Gender, Health, Youth, Planning, etc.
Partner organizations
Other Technical Leads of likeminded INGOs and forums in the country
Civil society organizations
Youth and youth organizations
Donors and foreign missions

Level of contact with children
Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children
Physical Environment

Based in a typical office environment whilst in the Country Office.
Where required, periodic travel to program units and on occasion international travel may be needed.

Accountabilities and MAIN WORK ACTIVITIES
Strategy design, planning, and implementation – 35%

Take leadership in defining the Child Rights and Safeguarding strategy for PIK and provide guidance in the development of an implementation strategy.
Deliver a policy and advocacy strategy that increases Plan Kenya’s advocacy impact on protection and ending all forms of violence against children with the Kenya government and other external stakeholders where necessary;
Advocate and negotiate with high-level technical experts and government officials, parliamentarians, and CSOs;
Conduct policy analysis to inform advocacy issues and establish and maintenance of dialogue with key decision-makers within government.
Provide technical expertise in key thematic areas, including but not limited to the VAC Plan of Action for Kenya and other pertinent issues in the child protection sector
In close collaboration with our influencing advisor and communications team, create communications to influence in the realization of children and girls’ rights, engagement of girls in policy engagement, and increase in civil society support influencing child rights.
Lead development of a CO programme on ending violence against children and young people that is aligned to Plan Kenya’s Country Strategy and Plan International’s Global purpose
Ensure participation of children and young people in all PIK programmes is meaningful and safe
Oversee the implementation of the right based approach in all PIK projects
Through a monitoring framework, advise on safeguarding milestone achievements on aligning Country Strategy goals to the Global ambition of reaching 100 million girls by 2020
Technically contribute to the designing of a child participation strategy for Plan Kenya, build the capacity of the PUs in Child and Youth participation, and roll out the strategy
Provide advice on strategies and approaches in the Country Programme to help contribute to the realization of both the Country and Global ambition.

Continually provide technical guidance on the implementation of the policy on Safeguarding Children and Young People by ensuring staff are given orientation on the strategy on recruitment and are taken through in-depth training as per the laid down policies in the organization.
Advise and monitor Plan Kenya’s partners and associates to understand and adhere to the policy.

Programme Quality 30%

Drive technical excellence and support project and country teams to develop, monitor, and implement girl and client-centered rights programs that are grounded in global evidence, appropriate and meaningful youth engagement;
Provide oversight and technical guidance in monitoring and harnessing learning from implementing rights projects across the programme areas.
Drive country office staff capacity in child and girls’ rights programming by providing in-country assistance to build the capacity of teams as well as program and government partners, while keeping abreast of global and emerging evidence and with a view to disseminating both internally and externally;
Ensure PIK rights programme is aligned to both Global and Regional priorities and the national government policies and sector plans
Provide technical assistance to support quality design, implementation, monitoring, learning, and evaluation of ASRH programs, including efforts on very young adolescents, strengthening demand and supply of SRHR and age-appropriate services.
In close collaboration with the M&E team keep track of the achievement of the intended outcomes.
Strengthen the capacity of program implementation teams to develop and implement innovative rights programme;
In close consultation with Program Unit managers, provides timely reports, as may be required on the Plan Kenya’s girls and child rights program portfolio, including updates on program/project challenges and successes.
Provide technical support and guidance to program teams in all related assessments, surveys and studies on safeguarding.
Review and provide technical input on internal and external reports on safeguarding children and young persons.
Continually advise the program teams to ensure Child Protection programming is in line with Plan, government, and other relevant recognized safeguarding standards, guidelines, and quality procedures.
Work with program teams to provide evidence of safeguarding interventions and best practices through documentation and dissemination of lessons learned.

Partnerships, networking, and influencing 10%

Actively participates in safeguarding eco-systems with the global hub and regional teams as well as within Kenya’s community of practice;
Collaborate with Business development Unit in developing projects that address the safeguarding of children and young person’s concerns in society.
Ensure adequate budgeting and resourcing for capacity development and monitoring of the implementation of the policy among staff, partners, and associates through grants and sponsorship funding.
Participate actively in programme meetings, planning, and review activities, providing enhanced insight into child rights programming.
Actively participate in key relevant internal meetings such as Programme Review Meetings, Advocacy, and Communications, or area-based meetings as required.
Participate in any donor visit to project(s) within the country office portfolio, as required.
Represent Plan Kenya in relevant national Safeguarding technical working groups and networks.

Resource mobilization and programme development (10%)

Contribute to the growth of Plan Kenya’s child rights portfolio by directly contributing to Plan Kenya’s identification of opportunities, proposal development, including the writing, reviewing, and/or editing of technical proposals.
Continuously monitor and analyze the emerging SRHR situation in Kenya, donor trends and advise management on potential areas for fundraising.
Provide technical input to inform concepts and proposal development on Child Rights programming.
Advice on the partnership networks for overall enhancement of the SRHR programmes and impact at the different levels of engagement (County, National, and Global).

Financial Responsibility (5%)

Monitor programme performance and budget utilization and apply corrective measures where needed.
Support the annual planning process to ensure budgets are well structured and effectively managed and utilized

Risk Management (5%)

Coordinate and support programme quality and delivery on Child Rights projects audits and adequate application of management response across all impact areas.

Capacity building 5%

Periodically assess capacity gaps amongst staff and partners and advise/organize for capacity building.
Strengthen the capacity of health program staff and partners on current and effective Health interventions, methodologies, policies, and guidelines.
Identify and advise on learning opportunities for staff development.

Other duties (5%)

Any other assignment within the scope of work.

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

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.

Leadership COMPETENCIES

Courageous, taking a lead, challenging myself and others to achieve the purpose, safeguard others, and role model values, inside and outside work. Responsible for my work and learning, striving to improve. Self-aware, resilient, and constructive in embracing change. Striving to achieve a significant and lasting impact on the lives of children and young people, and to secure equality for girls. Challenging myself to be bold, courageous, responsive, focused, and innovative.
Understand and adhere to the policies, processes, practices, and standards relevant to their own work and keep their knowledge and skills up to date.
Collaborating with team members, colleagues, and partners in finding creative solutions to problems by sharing information, experience, and ideas and actively seeking their input.

Respecting all people, appreciating differences, and challenging inequality in programmes and the workplace. Supporting children, girls, and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives. Empowering other staff to give their best and develop their potential.
Achieves desired outcomes and finds innovative solutions by using the expertise and creativity of others and adopting a coaching approach with the people they manage or advise.
Creates space for reflection and uses external evidence and internal evaluation to identify what and how we need to improve and then to support others through change.
Understanding Plan International’s purpose, priorities, values, and approaches in our work context. Adhering to relevant policies, processes, practices, and standards, and being pro-active in continuing technical and professional development

Business Management competencies

Child and Youth Safeguarding and Protection: Communicates Plan’s commitment to safeguarding through all recruitment and engagement activities.
Educates internal and external stakeholders in their safeguarding responsibilities. Articulates the purpose, values, and global strategy to a range of audiences. Can explain how Plan International will deliver on its objectives through the theory of change and communicate the implications for their team.
Child and Youth Safeguarding and Protection: Understands their safeguarding responsibilities in accordance with the global policy. Work actively to safeguard the rights of children and young people
Understand the purpose, lines of accountability, and decision-making capacity for each structural element of the organization. Helps their team to understand where they sit within the organizational structure.
Considerate of the political, economic, social, and cultural climate of the local operating environment and the implications for our work and are aware of the local business environment, including financial, employment, and business laws.
Understands digital enablers to improve team performance and working practices. Encourages digital behaviors through role modeling, personal development processes, and capability building. Uses digital and technological tools to support the management of risk, activities, and resources, and people and information.

Technical expertise, skills, and knowledge
Qualifications/ experience essential:

A Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field.
At least 5 years of relevant work experience in a child-focused organization
A minimum of 7 years experience, five of which are in implementing Child Rights programming at a local or national level, preferably with an International Non-Governmental Organization is acceptable in lieu of a Master’s degree
Strong and up-to-date knowledge of child protection/Safeguarding programmes, protection and safeguarding as well as meaningful youth engagement.
A clear understanding of the strategies for engaging with children and young people in programme activities and advocacy
Good understanding of child protection systems in the country
Experience working with civil society and community-based organizations, particularly in Kenya.
Result oriented, good interpersonal and communication skills including influencing and negotiation
Commitment to Plan values and willingness to abide by Child and Young people Safeguarding Policy and hold others accountable.
Good presentation and communication skills
Proven experience in providing technical assistance to complex protection programs
Commitment to Plan Kenya’s position on promoting girls’ rights and gender equality and integrating all these aspects in their day to day work

Qualifications/ experience desirable:

Demonstrated experience in coaching and mentoring staff on safeguarding initiatives.
Experience in designing and technical support/management of safeguarding of children and youth
Good understanding of Safeguarding sector strategies.
Demonstrable advocacy experience at the national and county level on safeguarding systems and structures.

Languages required

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Knowledge:

Building and creating common agendas with governments, the private sector, and civil society to integrate children, adolescents, and youth from diverse groups in society by informing gender-responsive and inclusive legal frameworks, public policy, budgets, and institutional services.
In-depth knowledge on the root causes, impact, and approaches to addressing violence, sexual violence, neglect, and abuse
Ability to understand gender inequalities and gender discriminatory practices that can cause protection issues and strategies to prevent and respond to these issues.
Understanding Strategies to prevent all forms of violence and provide support to survivors of violence under 25 years of age i.e. children, adolescents, and young people. Strengthen protection systems, family relations, and the resilience of children, adolescents, and youth.
Driving Quality by using strategies for: preventing violence based on an analysis of causal factors, including social norms.
Working on protection mechanisms at a family level, community level, service level. Responding to incidences of violence, exploitation, abuse, and neglect; and ensure access to support services.
Adapting to Context: The effect of humanitarian events including disaster, food insecurity crisis, conflict, and displacement on the protection of children, adolescents, and youth. How violence and power are manifest in the particular culture and culturally specific features of family relations; the state services present e.g. legal, educational, and what response is likely to be socially and culturally accepted.

Skills:

Linking at-risk children, adolescent, and youth and their families with social protection mechanisms
Application of strategies to strengthen family and community social supports and solidarity networks
Gender-based violence: Violence (including sexual violence), neglect, abuse, and exploitation on grounds of gender identity and discrimination; strategies to prevent and respond to protection issues arising from gender inequalities and gender discriminatory practices.
Integration of Family and Community based Psycho-Social Support: Coping mechanisms and self-reflection at family and community level; strengthening positive parenting skills; raising family & community comprehension of the impact of trauma on child well-being
Guide on Child and Family Social Work: case management, counseling, rehabilitation and reintegration of survivors of violence
Advice on Child protection systems: what such systems include (including community-based child protection systems), how they can impact violence, and identifying the entry points for change through strengthening services, programming, and influencing policy
Builds capability on safeguarding by coaching colleagues and partners, sharing knowledge in networks and communities of practice, leading technical learning and development activities, and embedding stakeholder capability building into programme and project design.

Behaviors:

Engages sensitively with community members on issues of gender equality and inclusion, demonstrating an understanding of the local culture and context.
Able to view even distressing situations objectively by leaving personal attitudes and judgmental responses to one side
Promotes equality, including gender equality, inclusion, and girls’ empowerment in Plan’s work and in its work with partners
Apply participatory influencing methodologies both internally and externally
The ability to build collaborative working relationships
Uses creativity to challenge the norm and promote innovation and thinks and acts for the wider organization – linking partnership opportunities with the context of the wider organizational strategy
Communicates effectively at a high level and with a range of appropriate styles for different audiences
Builds capability through knowledge sharing, networking, mentoring, coaching and advocates the importance of knowledge management

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October 28, 2024
Regional Lead Africa

Main purpose of the role
The regional lead, as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and wider secretariat team is responsible for all activities in the designated region, including: oversight of membership support; supporting the election and strengthening of the Board and Regional Advisory Groups; design of donor proposals; implementation and monitoring of projects and activities with members and project; advocacy and influencing initiatives; and ensuring operational capacity of GNDR in the region and compliance to GNDRs policies and procedures.
The main responsibilities are:

Membership mobilisation and engagement
Project management
Advocacy and influencing
Fundraising
Finance/compliance (systems, policy, audit, statutory)
Global lead for a “risk driver”
Line management

Candidate requirements
We are ideally looking for candidates that have the following attributes and skills:

Substantial experience of working internationally in development or humanitarian response
Experience in disaster risk management activities
Experience of working in civil society organisations
Proficiency, written and spoken, in English
Networking and influencing skills
Strong project cycle management knowledge and skills
Good people management skills
Strong financial management skills
Appreciation of individual and organisational learning and development tools
Strong team player with good people management skills

To apply for this position all applicants should send a brief cover letter and CV to jobs@gndr.org with the subject line referencing the role title.

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jobs@gndr.org

October 28, 2024
Meal Officer (Baringo/Bungoma,Wajir)

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitoring & Evaluation:

Lead in the development of tools and guidelines for data collection, collation and reporting, ensuring that the project has clear MEAL plans, Indicator Performance Tracking Table (IPTT) as well as regular tracking of total beneficiary reach.
Maintain a program database and ensure that the databases are up-to-date. S/he will contribute to program design by ensuring accurate and up to date MEAL plans, – reviewing log-frames, results frameworks, project plans per project site including supporting teams to include an element of quality monitoring
S/he will be responsible for ensuring that programme teams have the best project data collection and entry tools to maximise quality and effectiveness of data. Seek solutions for more complex data management requirements by working with IT colleagues.
S/he will be responsible to ensure that timely and accurate data are collected and analysed including analysis against the performance indicators and targets on periodic basis to inform the programme management.
Manage information generated through MEAL activities, such as feedback and response mechanism databases, Quality Action Tracker and Quality Benchmarks dashboards.g, implementation and follow-up of evaluations, including preparation of Terms of References, preparing literature review packs, planning evaluator itineraries, planning staff workshops, report review and participate in evaluations where required.
S/he will regularly update the mapping and dashboards of program locations, activities, available MEAL systems across the Watoto Rudi Shule Project.
Organize field visits to monitor program activities / interventions against Quality Benchmarks/Quality Checklists and produce & share reports with program team as well as management team based on quality and accountability findings.
Support program staff to strengthen joint planning and monitoring with stakeholders.
Lead in conducting data quality assessment to ensure that data reported is validated, is accurate and consistent while providing feedback as necessary to program teams.
To assist in planning and implementation of baseline surveys, monitoring and evaluation exercises and impact assessments when needed;
Support program teams in developing quality program reports
Produce and share MEAL monthly and cumulative yearly annual reports with the MEAL Coordinator and project lead as well as program teams.

Accountability and Learning:

Ensure that the agreed action plans are followed in timely manner by program team and that the feedback loop is closed.
S/he will support the implementing partners to ensure the appropriateness, quality and effectiveness of accountability systems across the Watotot Rudi Shule project in the two project sites.
Regularly collect data on and analyse the Feedback and Response Mechanism (FRM) accountability data ensuring complete feedback loop and quality improvement.
Share all MEAL related information and reports (monitoring reports, CFM databases, preliminary verification reports, case studies etc.) with the support of MEAL Coordinator.
Share MEAL best practices, FRM analyses in Monthly MEAL reports.
Conduct training and awareness raising activities for operations and programme technical staff at country-office level regarding MEAL priorities and quality standards.
Build capacity of staff through training to ensure adoption of new data monitoring tools and quality of data collected.
With support from the Head of MEAL and MEAL coordinator and/or other senior programme staff, assist in advocacy activities that target decision-makers in country.
Supported by SCI Research and Learning Manager champion knowledge management (KM) through the development and use of platforms that store and display evidence and learning that is made accessible and actively used between projects, counties and countries.
Working with project team and partners, systematically identify, document, share and use learning from project implementation in order to continuously adapt and improve our programming. This includes learning agendas, learning workshops and after action review, action planning and tracking of learning uptake.

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (Our Values in Practice)
Accountability:

Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values.
Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.

Ambition:

Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same.
Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others.
Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters.
Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength.
Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

Creativity:

Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions.
Willing to take disciplined risks.

Integrity:

Honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Social Sciences, Public Health, Development Studies, or Information Technology
Certification in Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential

A minimum of 3 years of similar work experience working in INGO’s and or UN Agencies in developmental or in humanitarian programmes
Experience of, and commitment to working through systems of community participation and accountability
Demonstrated strong monitoring and evaluation skills, including planning/participating in evaluations
Experience of training and capacity building at different levels for staff and partners institutional donors and experience of developing proposals
Ability to write clear and well-argued assessment and project reports
A high level of written and spoken English
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work in challenging environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working in multicultural, multi -location, values driven teams.
Strong analytical skills and technique
Proven knowledge and high degree of computer literacy including excellent word processing and spreadsheet/Excel skills.
Demonstrated experience with of statistical packages and/ or data analysis software (STATA and/or SPSS, Excel, ATLAS.ti) are a must.
Demonstrated experience in using IT applications to support MEAL and information management an added advantage.
Basic knowledge of the Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability.
Commitment to the aims and principles of Save the Children. In particular, a good understanding of the Save the Children mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this continues to underpin our support.

Desirable

Good communication skills in Kiswahili and English
Knowledge of the local languages in the assigned area will be an added advantage
Experience in working on private and international donor funded projects and government partners in the Education sector
Knowledge and experience in implementing of education programme is an added advantage.

Additional job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

Apply via :

kenya.savethechildren.net

October 28, 2024
Economic Recovery – Project Assistant (Nairobi) Finance Officer (Kakuma)

Overall purpose of the role:
Reporting to the Economic Recovery Project Officer, the position is to provide support and ensure effective and efficient project activity implementation, monitoring and accountability of the DANIDA funded Livelihoods project in line with the organization’s economic recovery agenda. The role is expected to conduct complementarity and close collaboration/or synergies with other DRC livelihoods projects in urban program and agencies working in the wider urban refugees and hosting community’s ecosystem.
Responsibilities:

Support the livelihoods project officer to implement all DANIDA livelihoods project activities.
Develop reports based on specific project implementation outputs and support in sound budget implementation.
Support communities to gain access to information, resources, other relevant stakeholders and opportunities that are likely to empower them to promote their livelihoods.
Remain abreast of topical developments related to economic recovery that would promote community participation in improving their economic/livelihoods well-being.
On behalf of DRC, establish good working relationships with local communities and their leaders, and endeavor to uphold the reputation of DRC.
Establish, maintain and strengthen the institutional linkages already established, and yet to be established, with communities at the project site level and support refugees and host communities aimed at alleviating poverty.
In collaboration with DRC MEAL and Communications colleagues contribute in the documentation of lessons learnt and amplifying DRC’s good work.
Assist in developing livelihoods concept notes and proposals with an aim to attract strategic funding to sustain the displacement and conflict affected populations.
Undertake other duties as assigned by the Livelihoods Officer and in matrix management arrangement with Urban Area Manager to ensure the broad project expectations are met.

Experience and technical competencies:

Minimum of 2 years work experience with INGOs in the field of sustainable livelihoods, capacity development and income generating projects preferably with an NGO in a refugee/displacement context.
Some understanding of business and development issues including modern livelihood approaches with skills or training in basic small business management or administration is crucial to this position.
Knowledge and experience of working with urban refugees and host communities including with government agencies will be essential.
Experience in external stakeholder and relationship management and building coalitions.
Good analytical, organizational and communication skills both verbal and writing, good presentation and interpersonal skills
Creative, innovative, “thinking out of the box” mentality, solution finder.
Agile, self-starter with an ability to work autonomously.
Team player that thrive in cross-departmental cooperation.

Education:

Bachelor degree level education in the social sciences, business administration, project planning or any other development related fields
Fluency in written and spoken English

DRC’s Core competencies:

Striving for excellence: you focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: you involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: you take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: you act in line with our vision and values.

Conditions:
Contract duration: 9 months. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council terms of employment for National state

Due Date:26 March 2022

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October 28, 2024
Chief Product Officer

Key 3 Year Performance Objectives

Rural girls bootcamp validated and scaling up in Kenya and Uganda, delivers meaningful income boost (exact number TBD), and model built to serve 10-20k per year now, with potential for greater growth in future years.
New product teams set up and experimenting with two new out-of-school youth bootcamps
Education reform product suite simplified and team to fulfill design needs staffed to be able to serve needs in Rwanda, Kenya and two new countries
VIP bootcamp, adapted as necessary, creates impact that is on par with direct to school model
All strategist and product owner roles staffed and/or strategies to experiment to staff them
Product team knows how to interact with delivery and functional teams in ways specific to each stage.
Educate! “way we do product” established and adopted by the entire product org.

Core Responsibilities

Own, build on, and manage a product strategy that will enable Educate! to measurably impact millions of youth each year.

Lead development of innovative outcome-driven products for youth tailored to both direct delivery and government integration. Define product strategies and theories of change and support all product lines to create sustainable impact on youth.
Build on and adapt Educate!’s product vision. Ensure the entire product organization is aligned on the product vision, strategy and goals. Facilitate strategic conversations with product and country leaders to co-create product strategies and growth plans. Support team prioritization in building the right things that drive impact for youth.
Deeply understand the problems Educate! is trying to solve. Lead root cause analyses and guide others in the organization to think critically about root causes.
Collaborate with executive team to define business priorities, resources, objectives, and market positioning. Identify key tensions and tradeoffs and bring to senior leadership team for resolution
Oversee product strategy implementation, including through the quality of product materials, such as curriculum, participant marketing and recruiting materials, and workshops
Define and evaluate appropriate product metrics and help determine the right time to apply each to help lead each product to achieve its impact goals
Identify areas of future development and ensure that continuous product improvement
Map best pathways for tech to serve as growth enabler, blending in-person experiences with simple accessible technology to drive at impact at scale

Product Team Operations, Culture and Coaching:

Empower and grow strong product teams to adopt and apply best-in-class product development standards and approach, contextualizing to Educate!’s work, target markets and youth participants. Promote application of product standards and strategy-aligned decision-making within product teams. Ensure procedures and clarity in place for conducting research, prototyping, design conceptualization, and product development across the entire product team.
Build product culture: define and integrate into product team operations answers to questions such as how we product, what are our key processes, how we generate appropriate feedback loops, how we plan, what is the role of the product manager, how product interacts with other parts of the organization, which user-centric methodologies we use, and how we uplevel product team members.
Mentor, coach, guide and grow product leaders
Teach teams and build systems that manage products at different stages in their life cycle (from discovery all the way to scale), growing our internal muscle to recognize all the different ways a new product and the ways of work around it will be different from a mature product.

Customer/User Obsession, Insight and Data-Driven Decision Making:

Build a team of product leaders who understand the problems, needs and desires of youth we serve, and engage with youth regularly
Oversee both external research (best practices, existing evidence) and internal research and reporting to support evidence-based and data-driven decision-making. Ensure effective use of different product analyses.
Identify behavioral change process for our product end-users (e.g. teachers and students)
Establishes product development systems and standards for impact and optimal user experience across technology-enabled and in-person youth models.
Ensure documentation and routine sharing of knowledge and experiences across teams and the organization

Ensure Product Experimentation Drives Learning

Create systems and procedures for experimentation to validate new product ideas and innovations
Provide oversight on the development of prototypes & pre-tests
Support product teams to brainstorm and assess product design solutions
Conduct reflection and learning workshops based on both internal and external reports and best practices

Qualifications And Requirements

5-8 years of product related experience, with significant management experience
Education or non-profit background NOT required
Passion for applying world-class product development to solving critical global challenges
Passion and interest in youth
Experience working with distributed teams
Time spent at a smaller size startup or company (below 100 people) and experiencing growth
Experience in product development – either product management, design, (user) experience, or user research.
Knowledge and experience in designing and implementing behavioral change, ideally applied to more behavior transformative products
Understanding and application of human-centered or iterative design approaches
Highly strategic thinker with passion for coaching team members
Collaborative, data-oriented approach to problem solving
A good fit with our Five Cultural Tenets (see “What is Educate! About?” Below; learn more by looking at Educate!’s culture deck here.
Candidates of African nationality or descent strongly encouraged to apply. Meaningful time spent in the Global South and ideally East Africa is required.

Location and Time Zones

This role can be virtual, with willingness to travel to meet with teams, youth and other key stakeholders.
Requirement to work majority of the East Africa time zone work day

Apply via :

boards.greenhouse.io

October 28, 2024