Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

Fundraising and Partnership Specialist

About the Role

Fresh Life is looking for an exceptional individual to join our Business Development team. The Fundraising & Partnerships Specialist will be responsible for leading the fundraising efforts to secure and manage significant income from a diverse range of funders to support Fresh Life’s operations and growth in Nairobi, Kenya. They will lead collaborative research, engagement strategy and proposal development for funders to increase the scale and impact of the organization. A confident networker, they will represent the organization at meetings, forums and events in order to initiate and strengthen strategic relationships. They will support the organization in the research and development of strategies for Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with government entities. They will contribute to the organizational business development knowledge with best practices, procedures, and tools for the diversification of financing structures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Achieve Fresh Life’s ambitious fundraising targets for Nairobi’s growth through building and maintaining partnerships with key external stakeholders, including philanthropic and institutional funders.
Lead all aspects of donor relationships, including conducting prospect research, preparing proposals, managing internal execution of grants, and reporting, working closely with the Operational and Finance teams.
Craft strong, tailored messages that resonate with existing and new partners and funders.
Ensure reporting requirements for all funders are met and reports are completed to deadlines.
Build and manage strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders at multilaterals, governments, and in the WASH industry.
Represent Fresh Life externally with funders, government, and other key stakeholders.
Remain abreast of sectors and funders’ trends in line with sustainable development goals, build organizational understanding of new funders and contribute information for prioritization of funding opportunities for scale.
Improve efficiency and effectiveness of business development processes, including proposal development, partnership management, financial reporting, etc.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in International Development, Economics, Project Management, or equivalent preferred.
5+ years of work experience in fundraising in a global development context.
Demonstrated understanding of and experience in international development or the social sector more broadly. Knowledge of the sanitation sector is a plus.
Confident external communication and excellent writing skills.
Highly organized team player, with proactive and flexible work style, and able to follow through and prioritize tasks.
Strong existing funder networks preferred. Ideal candidate would be able to leverage past relationships to develop a strong pipeline of new partnerships.
Impeccable integrity and ethics.

Regen Organics/FreshLife is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS REGEN ORGANICS AND FRESH LIFE DO NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). REGEN ORGANICS AND FRESH LIFE DO NOT ASK FOR INFORMATION PERTAINING TO YOUR BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS AND ANY OTHER PERSONAL INFORMATION OUTSIDE THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.

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odoo.saner.gy

November 5, 2024
Senior Pastor

Buruburu Community Centre Church of God is a growing and dynamic Church Centre undergoing rapid expansion for the benefit of its members and the general society. In line with this strategy, applications are invited to fill up the key position of Senior Pastor. Consistent with Christian Ethics, the position will be filled through a competitive process.

Qualifications and Experience:

Must be a committed Christian.
Must be married to one husband or wife.
Must be a holder of at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Theological or Biblical Studies from an accredited Theological Institution.
Must have at least ten (10) years experience in Christian Ministry, five (5) of which should be in Pastoral Ministry.
Should have knowledge and experience in Pastoral Counselling.
Must demonstrate interest and ability to promote the advancement of the Gospel of Jesus Christ through preaching, teaching, evangelism, discipleship, stewardship, and other outreach activities.
Must be a creative and resourceful person with strong Communication and Organizational skills and ability to interact with church members and stake holders at all social and age levels.
Should be Computer Literate.
Must have a proven record of Administrative and Management skills, including Human Resource and Development.
Should be at least forty-five (45) years old but not more than sixty-five (65) years old. A Qualified and Interested Candidate should provide the following:

Terms of Service:

A three-year contract renewable on satisfactory performance.
A competitive salary and benefits package is offered with this position.

Applications should contain the followingApplications should be sent to the following address, so as to reach not later than 12 noon on 20th March 2024:The Chairman,
Recruitment Committee,
Buruburu Community Centre Church of God,
P.O. Box 28413 – 00200 Nairobi, KenyaORVia E-Mail: bccpst.select@gmail.comNOTE: Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

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bccpst.select@gmail.com

November 5, 2024
CRRD ERP Adoption lead – Africa

Job Overview/Summary:

Over the past years, the IRC has deployed an Enterprise Resource Planning tool built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O, called Integra. As deployments conclude, the team involved is transitioning structure to focus on adoption and optimization. The ERP Adoption Lead will be responsible to lead this effort for the specified regions and offices, playing a significant role to coordinate and drive cross functional support. As part of the Integra team they will work closely with HQ and regional Functional Leads and with Country Program Senior Management Teams (SMTs) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to drive improved adoption of Integra, alignment of processes towards best practice, and continuous improvement of Integra and operational processes. The ERP Adoption Lead will lead a team to focus on adoption through direct support to offices, proactive support measures, review and analysis of trends and metrics and implementation of projects relevant to the network they are overseeing. The role is critical in furthering IRC’s efforts to go beyond deployment of our ERP system and drive towards optimized system use to support program delivery.

The successful candidate will be a quick learner and a strong leader. They should have superb communication skills and be comfortable speaking in front of large groups, both in person and in a virtual context. They should have a customer service approach and be ready to support teams that are working through challenges. They should be comfortable with the functional and system processes that are managed through an ERP. The ERP Adoption Lead should be capable of identifying and escalating potential risks, comfortable with travel, and invested in the mission of the IRC.

Major Responsibilities:

Management of adoption team:

Manage adoption coordinators and transition to manage members of the Integra application support team.
Ensure the consistent implementation of support/adoption processes.
Lead weekly cross functional delivery team meetings with direct reports and peers from functional and technical teams. Manage agendas, action items and follow-ups out of that meeting.
Coordinate actions of all resources assigned to support the specified region(s) and interface with relevant stakeholders from around the organization.

Responsible for adoption of ERP system for their support network:

Responsible for overall adoption of the ERP tool by the specified region(s) and documentation of status and issues. This includes all facets of adoption within the offices and the work to further it (e.g. issue resolution, training, process review, new business needs).
Accountable for supporting solution design and implementation for releases.
Establish strong working relationships with leadership in office and regions.
Escalation point for adoption team and offices in the network of support.
Oversee reoccurring calls with offices and monthly calls with subject matter experts.
Present to senior leaders on overall adoption of network.
Lead or support trainings on key business and system processes.

Understanding of system and business processes being supported.

Become proficient in the key business processes that are utilized by this network.
Review support metrics to complete trend analysis to understand areas of adoption that need to be approved and what support or enhancements.
Evaluate adoption metrics to identify office trends and across region trends; develop approaches for improvements both at the office and region level.
Escalate and recommend to leadership priorities for your network. Develop proposal and write business requirements documents to support those priorities.

Lead special projects that are being deployed to your network.

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to: CRRD Integra Director
Management in Partnership to:Director of Integra Support

Job Requirements

Significant progressive experience within NGO finance and/or operations in the field.
Extensive experience of ERP implementation preferable MicrosoftDyamaics365.
Extensive experience providing technical systems support with the ability to understand business needs/requirements.
Strong leadership skills.
Willingness to take a customer service approach to offices and users.
Skilled at facilitating cross-functional projects in an efficient yet collaborative manner.
Excellent written / verbal communication skills, and follow-up skills.
Written and spoken proficiency in English and French.
Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving skills.
Advanced MS Excel skills.
Ability to multi-task across multiple project timelines.
Willingness to travel to IRC offices within the region.
Able to work with diverse teams in diverse locations, engaging their input and dedication to success.

Working Environment

Standard office environment(s) or remote
Some travel may be needed

Apply via :

careers.rescue.org

November 5, 2024
Chief Operating Officer

The Soweto Youth Initiative is a growing Community Based Organization (CBO) in the Kahawa Soweto informal settlement in Kahawa West, Nairobi. We need someone to be the right-hand person to our CEO. We’re searching for a chief operating officer (COO) who has strong leadership skills and the ability to approach service provision and business with a creative point of view. The COO will lead our team to be efficient, productive, and effective. The ideal candidate has extensive experience within development, preferably having worked their way up to an executive role. We believe this trajectory helps a person develop a unique mix of business and management expertise, plus proficiency with the practices, policies, and procedures of the development field.

Objectives of this role

Collaborate with Project Coordinator and Soweto Youth Initiative Board in setting and driving organizational vision, and operations strategy
Translate strategy into actionable steps for growth, implementing organization-wide goal setting, performance management, and annual operations planning
Oversee the organization’s operations and volunteer employee productivity, maintaining a highly inclusive culture that ensures team members can thrive, grow, and learn in their roles as ambassadors for the organization, and that organizational goals are met
Ensure effective professional development, and performance management

Responsibilities

Analyze internal operations and identify areas for process enhancement
Implement strategies and plans developed in tandem with the Project Coordinator and Soweto Youth Initiative Board
Oversee operations, HR, and accounting
Research, apply for, and administer grants and other awarded funding to meet short and long term growth targets
Build and maintain trusting relationships with service partners and key stakeholders throughout the industry
Monitor and evaluate performance throughout the organization and take corrective measures when necessary, and prepare detailed updates and forecasts
Oversee the creation of a data collection system designed to gather sensitive and confidential information

Required skills and qualifications

Five or more years of experience in executive leadership roles
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field
A network of contacts with service providers in Nairobi and surrounding areas
Extensive grant writing experience
Bilingual Kiswahili and English
Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity
Understanding of advanced planning
Solid grasp of data analysis and performance metrics
Ability to diagnose problems quickly and foresee potential issues
The ability to thrive in a child-friendly environment

Preferred skills and qualifications

Experience managing a vocational training center or community service center
Project management experience
Master’s Degree in a relevant field

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November 5, 2024
Fundraising Officer

Position: Fundraising Officer

Hours: Approx. 40 hours per week

Location: Remote

Type of contract: Full-time employee

Length of contract: Permanent after 6-month probationary period

Salary: Base salary of $350-450/month + bonuses for meeting targets

Expected start date: 01/04/2024

Summary of the role: To grow the income of Children of Rwanda by identifying relevant donors and funding opportunities, writing proposals, and mobilising resources for long-term organisational impact and sustainability. The Fundraising Officer would be working to achieve an income generation target of $45,000.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Grant fundraising:

Identify grant opportunities in the UK, US and other countries
Maintain database of grant opportunities
Create and maintain grant prospect calendar
Submit good quality grant proposals

Corporate fundraising:

Identify corporate funding opportunities
Make approaches to promising leads
Manage and develop relationships

Relationship building

Develop and manage relationships with key donors
Ensure effective donor

Other:

Undertake independent research in finding alternative resources for the long-term sustainability of the organisation, including private/individual donors, crowdfunding, etc.
Represent Children of Rwanda at relevant events
Write content for quarterly newsletters to donors
Develop fundraising communications materials for the organisation such as brochures, case statements, social media content, etc.

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in development studies or any other related field
Minimum 2 years of experience in grant writing with a successful track record for securing significant funding commitments from donors
Proven experience with writing quality proposals for local and international donors and an understanding of technical and financial requirements for grant proposals
Fluency in English (both oral and written) and the ability to communicate professionally with partners and donors
Excellent writing skills with the ability to tell compelling stories and leverage impact data for strong proposals
Proficiency with computer applications for drafting proposals as well as publishing/designing fundraising communications materials (ex. Microsoft Office applications; Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
Timeliness and professionalism are of extreme importance for this role

Desirable:

Result orientated
Understanding of data protection

Children of Rwanda is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

This job has expired or closed. Application is no longer allowed

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November 5, 2024
Safeguarding Officer

Reporting to: Programs and Advocacy Manager

Location: Moving The Goalposts, Mnarani – Kilifi County.

Job Purpose

The role exists to spearhead the coordination, implementation and monitoring of MTG Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct, while strengthening other organizational policies and procedures on safeguarding. The role exists to ensure that MTG fulfils its legal obligations, commitment and responsibility to keep all children and adults safe within the scope of MTG, with a strong focus to prevent and protect children and young adults from harm and abuse as well as to prevent and address discrimination and harassment. This role involves designing, implementing, and monitoring annual priorities for Safeguarding and PSEAH for MTG in collaboration with various stakeholders.
“Confidence is a massive part of success in football. If you believe in yourself and your team, you can
achieve anything.” – Rio Ferdinand
At Moving The Goalposts, we enable you to believe in yourself and to work with a team that will help you grow professionally.
Moving The Goalposts is a pioneer sport for development organization founded in 2002 to empower girls and young women through football. The organization works with girls and young women between the ages of 9 to 25 years in the Coastal Region of Kenya notably, Kilifi, Mombasa, Kwale, and Tana River. MTG’s purpose is to strengthen the voice, impact, and influence of girls and young women by providing opportunities for them to play football, take on leadership roles, and learn about their rights and how to claim those rights, with a focus on sexual reproductive health and choice. MTG contributes to this aim by making football an area of opportunity for girls, enabling community stakeholders to champion girls’ rights, and through strategic alliances that promote this goal.

Duties and Responsibilities

Policy Review and Compliance

Ensure compliance with the Safeguarding Policy by staff, volunteers, visitors, associates, contractors, partners, and donors.
Work collaboratively with organizational teams to review, update and revise the safeguarding policy, safeguarding tools, communications tools, templates and other policies related to safeguarding.
Conduct regular safeguarding risk assessments and execute mitigation plans.
Record, monitor, and update the status of the identified risks in collaboration with program personnel at the field level.
Develop continuous safeguarding risk monitoring and learning based on the identified risks and challenges.
Lead the promotion of safeguarding good practice in MTG activities for staff members and representatives

Incident Management

Work closely with MTG staff and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that safeguarding all incidences reported in the program are conclusively addressed.
Ensure survivor-centered and rights-based approaches in the prevention and response mechanisms for all Safeguarding incidents.
Monitor the progress of cases, and ensure follow up on recommendations received as relevant.
Support mapping of services and establishment of referral systems at project areas to ensure reported cases are referred to relevant service providers.
Provide support during safeguarding investigations as may be required.
Coordinate learning sessions to make changes in practice based on lessons drawn from incident management.

Capacity Building

In liaison with the HR Manager, build Capacity of MTG staff and volunteers on safeguarding and PSEAH through periodic training sessions.
Coordinate, train and work with safeguarding champions in MTG program to enhance monitoring, incidence identification and reporting at field level.
Conduct community sensitization and dialogue forums on Child protection/safeguarding and Gender Based Violence (GBV).
Ensure that MTG associates and representatives understand and implement the safeguarding policy and practices in the organization through provision of technical guidance.

Support to Program Implementation

Support all departments and program delivery teams to sustainably lead on program safeguarding.
Continuously monitor and ensure that safe programming is integrated in program design and delivery.
Ensure that adequate resources/ budgets are allocated to cater to ensure efficient mainstreaming of safeguarding activities including capacity building and support of the program/project implementation team.
Embed Monitoring Evaluation and Learning and research in the overall implementation of the safeguarding policy and strategy.
With the support of the M&E and Finance teams, develop the annual plans and budget for Safeguarding, and monitor the implementation of the plans.

Stakeholder engagement

Represent MTG in relevant conferences and forums which include, among others, Sexual Gender Based Violence (SGBV) network, Court Users Committee (CUC), Area Advisory Councils (AAC)
Manage all safeguarding related partnerships and ensure that new partnerships and collaborations are assessed on their level of safeguarding compliance.

Reporting

Prepare daily, weekly monthly and quarterly and annual safeguarding reports for tabling at Senior Management Team meeting, programs and resource mobilization committee of the board quarterly.
Responsible for timely implementation of guidelines and procedures for reporting responding and referral.
Periodically contribute to the development of proposals or concept notes for funding to ensure safeguarding is well addressed
Update of the safeguarding data base on a regular basis and ensure that the identified issues are addressed on time.

Advocacy

Manage partnership with allies across the sport for development and safeguarding sectors
Support creation and management of safeguarding coalitions, community of practice across the sport for development sector in Coastal region.
Coordinate and lead all advocacy initiatives across all levels in the organisation and in the community.
Identify opportunities for research on safeguarding in sport across the Sport for development sector.

Communication Management

Prepare and participate in periodic meetings in MTG
Provide the Communications Officer with contacts for database (donors, consultants, networks, partners)
Coordinate with project teams in the documentation and communication of safeguarding incidences.
Support the Communications officer in the production of project-related communication tools: video clips, leaflets, press release/ press kit, database
Identify opportunities to collaborate with other organizations and leverage resources.

External Communications

Assist in project special events together with the Communications officer
Support the Communications officer in the production of project-related communication tools: video clips, leaflets, press release/ press kit, database
Identify opportunities to collaborate with other organizations and leverage resources.

Qualifications and Experience

Degree in Sociology/Social Work, Psychology or any related field
Training course in safeguarding/child protection
At least 3 years of work experience of relevant professional experience in similar roles with proven capacity for safeguarding.
A thorough understanding of relevant safeguarding legislation, regulations, and policies is essential. This includes knowledge of child protection laws, data protection regulations, and other relevant legislation
Strong communication skills that the ability to communicate sensitively and empathetically on sensitive topics
Analytical and decision.

Application letters accompanied by a detailed CV should reach Moving The Goalposts on or before 1st March 2024 addressed to the Human Resource & Admin. Manager addressed through humanresource@mtgk.org. Ensure that the subject is clear with the position advertised.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be on a rolling basisSafeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and young adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks.Equal Opportunity Statement: Moving The Goalposts does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, age, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability

Apply via :

humanresource@mtgk.org

November 2, 2024
Country Manager, Kenya

DESCRIPTION

Job’s aim

Responsible for country legal representation, HR management, fundraising, program implementation, compliance and financial management.

Specifications of the job

Responsible for realisation of Country Office targets;the Country Manager plans, manages program implementation and oversees the in-country finance and administration functions. S/he ensures the quality of work and provide consistent, professional, and warm relationships with donors, and raise funds to grow the Country Office budget and Cluster budget. S/he ensures good relationships with partners both private and public and with other sister organisations (i)NGOs.

Aim of the Organizational Unit

Is responsible for realisation of Country Office targets

Job category/Grade

Kenya salary scale – Grade x

Supervisor

Cluster Director

Supervises

Project Managers, Project Officers, M&E and Communication Officer, Program Administration & HR Support Officer, Project Finance Officer.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Results and Competences

Result area & Description

Strategy proposals

Monitors the progress and interdependencies of different projects within a Cordaid programme, taking into account the developments in the country/regions, and proposes improvements in the chosen strategy. Leads on country strategy design and implements the strategy.

Cooperation benefits

Creates partnerships between governmental institutions, donors, partner organisations and (inter)national non-governmental organisations, taking into account the agreed programme results.

Funds

Interacts with (potential) local/institutional donors, convincingly advocating for the added value of Cordaid as to acquire funds and ensure the future funding for the programme(s) in the designated country/region.

Business/Action plan

Translates the agreed Country Office targets into a Business/Action Plan for the Country Office, with specific results in designated project areas while securing the connection with the Cordaid strategy.

Programme Management

Keeps track of developments within the projects, manages the activities within the team and makes the necessary adjustments, taking into account the business/action plan, governmental policies, donor policies and the allocation of resources and preventing mission creep.

Financial Management

Keep track of the financial performance of projects and exploitation budgets, ensuring that the CO operates within the boundaries of its approved annual budget.
Ensure and be accountable for compliance with donor and internal Cordaid financial requirements.

National compliance

Ensures and takes any measures necessary to ensure the country office is compliant with national laws and regulations and manages relations with relevant government institutions to that effect.

Management sublocations

Leads sublocations (if existing), decides how much and which kind of contact or guidance is needed and ensures proper communication from sublocations with headquarters.

Security Management

Assesses security risks in projects and realises the security of the Cordaid team, consultants and Cordaid visitors, according to the Cordaid’s safety & security policy.

Programme Reports

Collects information within the programme and reports about the results, specifics and possible deviations following the required reporting standards, providing solutions to minimize the impact of deviations.

Personnel management

Leads and coaches the multidisciplinary country team on a day to day basis in accordance with the management style of Cordaid, focused on productivity, the professional development of staff and employee satisfaction.
Coaches staff and leaves room for professional freedom to determine how to execute the work. Builds on the strengths and talents of staff members to improve team performance.
Emphasis teamwork, project based working and commitment. Ensures efficient use of resources and controls quality of work.

Integrity

Showcases integrity standards as outlined in Cordaid’s integrity policies.
Fulfills integrity responsibilities as outlined in Cordaid’s Integrity Framework and Standard Operating Procedures.
Positively contributes to a safe environment within their scope of influence by encouraging dialogue, trust, as well as understanding and adherence to Cordaid’s integrity standards and procedures.

Other

Any other duties assigned by the Cluster Director

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences

University or master’s degree in agriculture, health, economy, humanitarian aid, international development, or other relevant subject
Extensive knowledge of (remote) management styles, institutional donor funded programs, program management, international cooperation with local partners, country/region of the Country Office, techniques, reporting standards and languages
Good understanding of the financial framework, structure and compliance requirements of a country office within the setting of an international NGO
At least 6 years of progressive experience in managing complex professional programs/projects/offices of international organizations or companies.
Social skills to bridge cultural or other differences on several locations or from remote distance.
Behavioral values and skills: trust, accountability, problem solving, cooperation, teambuilding, negotiation, conflict management, collaboration, flexibility, creativity
Writing skills to clearly formulate strategy and project proposals including expected impact

Competencies

Strategic orientation
Self-motivated, proactive and result driven
Creativity and Innovation
Integrity
Leadership skills
People management skills
Results oriented
Entrepreneurial thinking
Open, outgoing and reliable
Ability to work independently under pressure and proactive work style
Ability to transfer skills
Gender sensitive

Key result Areas

Program implementation
Program monitoring
Partnership Management
HR Management
Representation/networking
Donor mapping / fundraising
Coordination of program activities
Country Office operation
Financial management and compliance
Legal assurance and reporting to government
Effective staff management
Security

Working conditions

40 hours a week

Travel to partner offices as and when needed

Apply via :

cordaid.hrmagic.co

November 2, 2024
MEAL Coordinator (BORESHA NABAD)

Overall purpose of the role

DRC is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated individual to lead on monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning within the BORESHA programme. The role will be responsible for ensuring effective MEAL systems and tools are in place, and are adopted by field teams, partners and other implementing agencies.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate and provide oversight on the implementation of effective monitoring systems

Develop and implement a comprehensive MEAL plan that aligns with the project’s goals and objectives.
Design monitoring systems, data collection tools, and information management approaches that are in line with the organizational MEAL Model.
Review and provide technical input into the development of log frames/results frameworks and Indicator Tracking Tables, and ensuring these are updated continually.
Collaborate with the Partnership and Sub-Award Coordinator, lead on assessing partner MEAL capacity and the development and delivery of MEAL capacity strengthening initiatives
Develop project-specific indicators ensuring they are specific, measurable, relevant to the project’s objectives, and in line with the grant’s management tools
Orient the teams on MEAL systems, processes, and tools; Build the capacity of field teams on monitoring and quality reporting
Continuously track results against agreed program indicators targets; Regularly disseminate project outputs and findings with technical leads of the PMU and other relevant project staff working in the country offices
Provide oversight on data management efforts, continuously QA the quality of data collection and data entry and provide feedback geared towards improving data quality
Ensure compliance with DRC global guidelines on data protection
Undertake field visits as part of physical monitoring and conduct verification of the project activities

Plan, organize, and oversee the evaluation process

Provide technical guidance on the design and implementation of evaluations, surveys and other assessments
Develop TORs for cross-cutting evaluations and assessments, review country office assessment TORs and support external evaluation consultancies
Work with country office and agency MEAL Coordinators to plan for and conduct assessments and other internal surveys
Lead regular sharing of the outputs and the M&E findings with project staff across the consortium, working closely with the technical leads from each agency

Establish and strengthen accountability mechanisms

Provide guidance on the establishment and management of mechanisms that collect feedback and complaints from the community and other stakeholders
Consolidate findings from the country office accountability systems and disseminate lessons learnt periodically with the implementing staff and Chief of Party

Promote continuous learning and improvement

Periodically compile lessons learned, document best practices, and produce briefs in collaboration with colleagues, ensuring that the PMU and Technical Leads are consistently updated and action plans for improvement are shared.
Collaborate with colleagues and agencies to produce lessons learnt briefs and disseminate these with the PMU and Technical Leads

About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five 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.

Experience and technical competencies:

Minimum of 5 years experience of INGO or other international organization
Demonstrated understanding & experience in MEAL within complex international development contexts and geographies
Experience with coordinating and working collaboratively with humanitarian agencies, partners and stakeholders
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Well planned and organized and has a capacity for initiative and decision making with competent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as a team player with demonstrated leadership and participatory manner.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in political science, international development, economics, or other relevant fields.
Fluency in written and spoken English essential, fluency in Somali an advantage

We offer

Contract length: One year, renewable.
Employment Category: Band NM G1
Start date: April 2024
Duty Station: Nairobi
Reporting Line: Chief of Party

Apply via :

job.drc.ngo

November 2, 2024
Protection Monitor

DEPARTMENT:    Legal Protection

SUPERVISOR:     Protection Officer

START DATE:        26th February 2024

END DATE:             14th September 2024

POSITION SUMMARY:

HIAS seeks to recruit Protection Monitors who will assist in provision of social interventions and assistance to the most at risk and vulnerable refugees:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Monitor, verify and document refugees’ human rights violations and protection risks.
Participate in community awareness and dissemination of information to members of the community.
Conduct follow-ups on red flag protection-related issues.
Highlight trends and protection needs in reporting to the Protection Officer.
Refer cases with protection concerns to the protection associates to ensure their protection needs are addressed.
Support the Protection Officer in mapping of services and humanitarian needs.
In collaboration with the local authorities, identify refugees and asylum seekers at heightened risk with specific needs, provide them with ad hoc immediate support, and refer them for specialized services as may be deemed appropriate.
Assist in the implementation of appropriate intervention for refugees at risk through activities such as emergency shelter placement etc.
Assist with the translation services for refugees in the community during activities as may be         required.
Assist in the mobilization of community members for community forums and sentization campaigns in the community.
Provide weekly and monthly reports and data highlighting individual performance, progress against targets and client needs.
Under direct assistance of the protection officer, provide training to beneficiary groups in: Refugee Rights & protection, legal documentation and other protection related issues as determined by the Program Supervisor
Attend regular staff meetings, trainings and other meetings as required and ensure regular personal development and supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Education

O – Level education certificate
Any other relevant training

Experience

Not less than three months’ work experience, preferably with an NGO. Experience in the field of refugee protection and assistance is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Should be well integrated to the dynamics and needs of persons with specific needs (refugee community) within their areas.
Good working knowledge of the community needs and gaps
Ability to work with members of the community with little or no supervision
Computer literacy
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong counselling skills
Strong training skills in community development and working with PSNs will be an added advantage.
Knowledge in Accountability to Affected Populations
Knowledge in PSEA

Language

Proficiency in English or Kiswahili and either, Luganda, Kinyamulenge, French, Somali, Amharic, Tigrinya, Oromo and Kinyarwanda or any other major language spoken within the refugee community.

Location

Must reside in Kangemi or Rongai

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of responsibilities as needed.

SAMPLE HIRING PROCESS:

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!

Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.

Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.

Step 5: Reference check.

Step 6: Offer and background check.

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

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

Apply via :

recruitment.kenya@hias.org

November 2, 2024
Monitoring Evaluation Research and Learning Manager Human Resources Administrator

World University Service of Canada (WUSC) is a leading Canadian international development organization that works with and through its southern partners to promote sustainable development. Founded in 1957 and currently working in more than 20 countries worldwide with an annual budget of approximately $45 million dollars, WUSC fosters youth-centered solutions for improved education, economic, and empowerment opportunities to overcome inequality and exclusion. We believe youth have the potential to provide for their families, build strong communities, and create positive social change for future generations. Globally, WUSC has a network of higher education institutions, civil society organizations, private sector partners, professionals, students, volunteers, faculty, and community leaders that can be leveraged to support our work.

WUSC’s members are Canada’s most globally engaged post-secondary institutions. WUSC offers a dynamic international work environment with a diverse intercultural workforce. We offer employees exciting opportunities to apply their skills and gain experience all while making a difference for youth around the world. Employees at WUSC work hard to create lasting change in education, employment and empowerment.

Job Role

Under the supervision of the Country Director, Kenya, the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Manager will lead the MERL strategic response by offering leadership, and technical oversight across country level programming. The MERL manager will be responsible for designing the MERL system in alignment with the country level frameworks.

Management and Leadership

Strategic leadership on MERL across WUSC projects in Kenya

Support MERL activities across East Africa portfolio when needed

Establish and manage working relationships and strategic engagement with external evaluation and research consultants and other partners, including relevant government bodies, researchers, regulators and other MERL stakeholders.

Develop annual operating forecasts of MERL budgets, research, evaluation and learning agenda

Oversee the process of assessments and thematic papers, research, analysis, interpretation and reporting of various data across all projects in the region to ensure the highest standards of intellectual honesty, research ethics, and academic convention;

Lead in the development of the MERL frameworks and plans for programs, in line with the donor and WUSC’s requirements.

Take the lead in providing capacity building and overall support to partners and stakeholders to monitor and evaluate the programs.

Supervisory role over the MERL team

Evaluation, Research, Design and Publications

Lead the process of obtaining approvals for research and evaluations to ensure compliance with local requirement

Provide technical support to Evaluation teams/consultants in the process of conducting baseline/midline/endline surveys

Lead in periodic project or program internal evaluations as needed.

Take an active role in managing the communication research strategy of the projects

Lead in the dissemination of project research findings to external audiences

Provide advisory roles in preparing annual and impact reports for the programs.

Learning

Lead in translation of data into actionable policy and communicating to stakeholders (internal and external)

Provide leadership to projects in the utilization of the research conducted in the design of new projects to influence policy in the region.

Take leadership in implementation of WUSC’s Knowledge Management and help develop strategies for reflection and dissemination of lessons learned.

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Line Manager

Country Director, Kenya

Position Requires Close Collaboration with:

DREEM Senior Project Manager

GESI, Education and LEO Advisors

Country leads – Kenya, Uganda and South Sudan (where relevant)

HQ

Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) Advisor

Program Managers

Technical Advisors

Provides supports:

Uganda and South Sudan country offices/MERL teams (where relevant)

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in applied social science, statistics, international development, or another related field. Specific academic training in Monitoring, Evaluation and research is desirable.

Experience in leading evaluations and research projects

Experience & Competencies
The ideal applicant will need to have a familiarity with the East African context, a strategic and analytical mindset, excellent listening and interpersonal skills, and ability to get things done.

Specific competencies:

At least 7 years of experience working in the design, implementation and evaluation of international development and other key donors.

Strong understanding of humanitarian interventions

Experience in managing medium size teams

A strong focus on qualitative and participatory data collection and analysis methods and tools

Quantitative background and experience with cutting-edge data collection and analysis methods would be an asset

Demonstrated experience designing and implementing qualitative analyses that reflect best practice.

Effective oral and written communication skills, including the demonstrated ability to distill data and effectively topline messages for busy senior leaders.

Ability to create a MERL agenda that is closely linked with business development priorities.

Demonstrated experience in and commitment to working in teams across lines of business.

Experience infusing a gender responsive lens across MERL

Other requirements

The role will require regular travel (up to 30%) to field sites in the regions, as well as participate in international travel for conferences, workshops and meetings.

Ability to work a flexible schedule

How to apply

WUSC’s activities seek to balance inequities and create sustainable development around the globe; the work ethic of our staff, volunteers, representatives and partners shall correspond to the values and mission of the organization. WUSC promotes responsibility, respect, honesty, and professional excellence, and we will not tolerate harassment, coercion, sexual exploitation or abuse of any form. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check where appropriate.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. WUSC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you wish to apply for this exciting role, please submit your application by 10th February 2024.

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November 2, 2024