Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

  • M & E Assistant

    M & E Assistant

    Grade: 5
    Reporting to: M&E Officer
    Duration: 1 Year Contract with possibility of renewal subject to availability of funding and performance
    Introduction
    HIAS Kenya seeks a national-level, M&E Assistant to provide technical support to the Country M&E Officer to maintain and refine MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) systems at HIAS Kenya. The M&E Assistant will maintain and refine systems to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness, strategic alignment, cost and overall impact of HIAS’ refugee assistance programs in Kenya as well as generate knowledge for learning and entrench accountability mechanisms in the organization processes. S/he coordinates closely with the Country M&E Officer to ensure that HIAS Kenya is aligned to organization-wide monitoring and evaluation policies, systems, and tools for evidence generation in the region.
    Main Duties and Responsibilities:

    Support the continued improvement of key MEAL standards, processes, and systems/tools and establishing and maintaining strong monitoring systems.
    Support the M&E Officer in program design and development of objectives and indicators.
    Support the M&E Officer in drafting and maintain up-to-date M&E plans, frameworks and M&E sections of project work plans/operating plans.
    Support the M&E Officer in assessment and evaluation activities, including TOR development, evaluator recruitment, and in-country oversight of external evaluation timelines and deliverables.
    Support the M& E officer in maintaining awareness of best practices and policies for M&E and assist in training program staff on these practices as needed.
    Support in tracking, analyzing, and regularly reporting on program indicators, progress against targets, program successes, and lessons learnt.
    In coordination with the Country M&E Officer, assist the project team in the reporting function of the internal CMS as well as ensuring data quality in the system by conducting data checks to ensure data quality related to analysis and research.
    Serve as accountability to affected populations (AAP) assistant lead within country office.
    Support in establishing and maintaining beneficiary feedback mechanisms; supporting accountable response to all beneficiary feedback and ensuring that the feedback mechanisms are inclusive, accessible, and appropriate for the beneficiary population.
    In coordination with Country M&E Officer, train program and country office staff on best practices for AAP.
    Support setting up a system for collecting and sharing lessons learnt within and across projects and site offices as well as documentation of lessons learned, ensuring that they are included in all new project development and annual planning processes.
    Assist in ensuring that meetings on lessons learnt are conducted at the end of projects (appropriate to length, scale, and complexity) to highlight cross-project components aimed at replicating good practices and strengthening synergies between projects or program

    Qualifications and Requirements:

    Undergraduate degree in Monitoring and Evaluation or Project Management, Statistics, Demographics or any other relevant field.
    A minimum of 1-2 years of work experience and experience in M&E preferred.

    Skills and Competencies:

    English fluency required (oral and written).
    Background in humanitarian or refugee issues desired.
    Ability to manage, track and report on program data; proficiency with Excel in tracking and analyzing data.
    Experience in use of data management systems, statistical software, and/or data visualization platforms preferred.
    Strong writing and communication skills, including familiarity with writing funder reports, SOPs, and other program management documents.
    Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines.
    Excellent critical thinking skills; ability to multi-task.
    Knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP)

    The applications (CV and Cover letter) should be submitted through the link aboveClosing Date: 24th September 2021Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.HRTK is an equal opportunity employer, does not charge candidates for recruitment and dissociates itself from any entity defrauding candidates.

    Apply via :

    hias.hrmdirect.com

  • Counselling Psychologist

    Counselling Psychologist

    Grade: 6
    Reporting to: Field Office Manager
    Duration: 1 year Contract with possibility of renewal subject to availability of funding and performance
    JOB SUMMARY
    Community Based Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (CB-MHPSS) programming at HIAS includes a focus on individuals, families, and communities. The overall goal of HIAS Community- Based Mental Health Psychosocial Support programming is for forcibly displaced people and vulnerable migrants to have improved mental health and psychosocial well-being helping them to access their rights. This goal may be achieved through three key outcome areas: (1) Family, community, and social structures promote the psychosocial well-being and resilience of women, men, girls and boys;(2) Individuals and communities develop healthy coping mechanisms; and (3) People with mental health and psychosocial problems use appropriate focused care, including referral to specialized care when needed.
    HIAS seeks to recruit Counselling Psychologists who will spearhead the provision of counseling and other psychotherapeutic interventions to vulnerable and at risk refugee experiencing emotional and psychological distress. These includes refugees with mental health challenges, which impairs their normal functioning.
    Main Duties and Responsibilities

    Provide individual and group counseling services and other short term therapeutic services to referred to the field office
    Conduct psychosocial counselling to who are survivors of Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and other refugees experiencing other forms of trauma under the MHPSS Program using highest levels of confidentiality and professional ethics and etiquette
    Ensure appropriate psychosocial assessment and diagnosis of all the therapeutic cases are in line with the World Health Organization (WHO) Mental Health Atlas
    Review all social and psychological assessments reports generated for the MHPSS Program
    Assist protection officers in organizing and mobilizing for committee meetings, dialogues and other activities to address protection issues.
    Provide training, mentorship, and other technical support to social workers directly involved in implementation of the MHPSS Program
    Collect data on Protection issues including SGBV and monitor trends and emerging issues and present the same to the Protection Officer on weekly and monthly basis at the same time ensuring follow up on any recommendation for action.
    Follow up, monitor all referral cases, and ensure timely turnaround of assessment reports and other interventions
    Preparation of timely, quality and comprehensive field reports, therapeutic assessments to inform program planning and decision-making.
    Prepare and maintain a tracker for all therapies conducted at the field level.
    Work and communicate with teachers, social workers and other professionals involved in the ’s life on the progress of the MHPSS Program
    Work with parents/caregivers through offering family counseling, teaching them techniques they can practice at home (such as play therapy) and recommending a support group or counselling therapy to parents /family members.
    Strengthen and maintain networks with community leaders, groups and service providers to ensure that refugee receive support from the community

    Qualifications and experience required.

    A Minimum of Bachelors in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology from a recognized university.
    Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, Clinical Psychology is an added advantage.
    Must have at least 3 years’ experience in providing counseling services to trauma survivors in individual and group settings.
    Experience working with refugee will be an added advantage
    The candidate should have keen awareness and good knowledge of psychosocial issues and the complexities of working on these issues with a refugee population

    Skills and Competencies Required

    Computer literacy is a must with strong knowledge of Access, Excel and Word;
    Strong analytical and report writing skills and proven ability to conduct psychological assessments;
    Good team player with excellent cross-cultural interpersonal skills; proactive and able to work under minimal supervision while exercising diplomacy, flexibility and assertiveness;
    Ability to confront and discuss sensitive issues with respect and able to uphold high standards of confidentiality
    Ability to work in a demanding and high-pressured environment
    Knowledge of accountability to affected populations is an added advantage

    The applications (CV and cover letter) should be submitted through the link above quoting the Position Title Counselling PsychologistClosing Date: 22nd September 2021Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.HRTK is an equal opportunity employer, does not charge candidates for recruitment and dissociates itself from any entity defrauding candidates.

    Apply via :

    hias.hrmdirect.com

  • IECHP Manager, Dagahaley Camp

    IECHP Manager, Dagahaley Camp

    Work Location : Dagahaley Refugee camp, Garissa County, Kenya
    Start date : October 2021
    Length of contract : 12 months fixed term contract (with 3 months’ probation period) renewable based on performance
    Main Purpose
    Defining, coordinating and monitoring all the IEC( Information, Education, Communication) Health Promotion activities in the project and promoting MSF services according to MSF principles, protocols and standards in order to increase the knowledge of the target population around their health, the support of preventive activities and the collaboration to improve the services. 
    The selected candidate will be reporting to the Medical Team Leader.
    Accountabilities

    Defining and updating the HP/IEC strategy and related activities through annual project and budget plan (objectives, target population, campaigns, messages, activities, specific actions, etc.).
    Assessing knowledge of the target group on a health risk and analyzing the context (local culture, traditions, habits, health perception) to adapt health activities and support the social mapping (villages, populations, actors), Identifying indicators in order to monitor HP activities results and achievement and using the concrete tools to measure and follow up those activities
    Assessing, developing and adapting IEC/HP materials according to the needs of the project. Ensuring content and format have been pre-tested with target groups in order to ensure the adequacy, relevance, full understanding of the messages. Leading focus-group discussions with target groups in order to ensure the adequacy, relevance, broadcasting and full awareness of the messages, ensuring they are worded in a pedagogic manner
    Liaising with other relevant actors (national and International NGO’s , authorities) also involved in prevention activities, analyzing interventions and building cooperative relationships and advocacy, in order to enhance the influence of the campaigns and messages and to improve awareness among the targeted population;
    Ensuring regular collaboration and coordination with the MSF medical team, to guarantee that the HP is part of medical activities and contribute to the medical objectives of the project
    Knowing protocol(s) for Sexually Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and ensuring its application. Identifies possible victims of SGBV and referring them to the medical team for treatment according to protocol(s)
    Supervising the IEC/HP team and their activities, in and outside health facilities, reporting difficulties and progress as well as adapting format and content when necessary. Planning and supervising the HR associated processes (recruitment, training, evaluation, development and internal communication) of the IEC / HP staff of the project. This will be done in close coordination with the HR department, the administration manager and project coordinator and according to MSF vision, values and procedures. Ensuring that HP/IEC participates in counseling services when needed, specially including Prevention Parent to Child Transmission (PPTCT) and Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VTC)
    Participating in the monthly reports according to guidelines (SitReps, statistical reports, etc.)

    MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

    Plan and conduct periodic surveys, MSF census and assessments of humanitarian situation that are directly or indirectly health related to feed the operational and advocacy strategy of MSF in Dagahaley camp.
    Plan, organize and coordinate health promotion activities in Dagahaley camp and ensure implementation of those activities in accordance with the existing community health strategy in Dagahaley project
    Daily management of his team: monthly/weekly activity schedule, annual leave planning and monitoring for punctuality and attendance/absence from duties… also support the team in problem solving and conflict resolution and ensure good collaboration among the team with their respective supervisors
     Schedule weekly/monthly departmental meetings among the outreach team and also with other departments to ensure proper communication and guidance/direction to the department and maintain good working relation with other departments.
    Together with the field coordinator’s office, collaborate with the community representatives in health related issues.
    Plan and organize for monthly, quarterly and yearly training need assessment with the help of the training supervisor and ensure the learning gaps in the department are highlighted and addressed through appropriate training
    Participate in the yearly evaluation of the HP staff, update their different Job descriptions and take part in the recruitment of the HP staff
    Participate and contribute to the development and discussion of the yearly/multiyear plan of action for the project 
    Foster integration with both primary health care (PHC) and hospital programmes, departments and clinics through weekly defaulter tracing activities, strategy meetings and also participation in peer reviews relevant to the programmes, departments and clinics

    Requirements

     

    Education

    Essential, university degree in social sciences, social communication, health promotion or related studies

    Experience

    Essential, working experience of in related jobs (health promotion, project coordination, social research), preferably with MSF
    Experience in qualitative research is a plus

    Languages

    Mission Language essential (English); Local Working Language Desirable (Somali/Kiswahili)

    Knowledge

    Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel and Internet)

    Competencies

    People Management and Development L2
    Commitment to MSF Principles L2
    Behavioural Flexibility L3
    Results and Quality Orientation L3
    Teamwork and Cooperation L3

    If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV, motivation letter on or before the 28th September 2021 to http://uhired.me/job/442
    MSF will not consider applications of persons aged 58 years and above and will require medical certificate to ascertain candidates do not have an underlying medical condition to avoid exposure to risk.
    We apologize that due to the volume of application we receive only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
    (MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training fee)

    Apply via :

    msf.or.ke

  • Social Worker

    Social Worker

    Program: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
    Grade: 5
    Reporting to: Head of Field Office
    Duration: 1 year contract with possibility of renewal subject to availability of funding and performance
    Community Based Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (CB-MHPSS) programming at HIAS includes a focus on individuals, families, and communities. The overall goal of HIAS Community- Based Mental Health Psychosocial Support programming is for forcibly displaced people and vulnerable migrants to have improved mental health and psychosocial well-being helping them to access their rights. This goal may be achieved through three key outcome areas: (1) Family, community, and social structures promote the psychosocial well-being and resilience of women, men, girls and boys;(2) Individuals and communities develop healthy coping mechanisms; and (3) People with mental health and psychosocial problems use appropriate focused care, including referral to specialized care when needed.
    HIAS Kenya seeks to recruit a Social worker who will be expected to contribute towards meeting the project’s overall goal, which is to assist in promoting and enhancing the rights of refugees through efficient case management. He or she will be involved in the provision of social interventions and assistance to the most at risk and vulnerable refugees. The Social Worker will be required to conduct through assessments and case management including follow up to ensure clients are receiving appropriate services. The Social Worker will be expected to track the impact of the assistance provided to refugee clients.
    Main Duties & Responsibilities:

    Identification of vulnerable refugees in need of social support such as financial assistance, medical assistance, legal protection and economic inclusion support.
    Carry out social assessments and keep track of socio-environmental risks faced by refugee to ensure mitigation of risks.
    Identify refugees who require psychosocial support and link them with the counsellors for timely support.
    Make regular home visits to assess the needs and progress of the refugees.
    Participate in outreach and community dialogue activities on issues related to abuse and other with special needs.
    Conduct referrals of vulnerable refugees to partner agencies and follow up with clients to facilitate access to external services.
    Prepare summaries for presentation in psychosocial panel, effect subsequent panel decisions and enter data into data base, give feedback to refugees.
    Monitor to ensure social assistance is reaching out to vulnerable refugees and families.
    Open files for all clients (soft and hard) and ensure that case management is in line with HIAS SOPs and other sector standards.
    Assess, identify and analyze community sensitive intervention geared towards building resilience and self-reliance.
    Conduct support groups, committee meetings and participate in community forums
    Establish and maintain networks with existing community structures and other partners for referral and networking purposes.
    Conduct mapping exercise for all sector agencies and link with them for collaboration and support in provision of required services.
    Update client’s information into the data entry sheet and provide a periodic analysis of the data.
    Prepare periodic reports on client’s progress and prepare a final report of all the activities;
    Perform other related duties as assigned.

    Qualification Required

    A University Degree in Social Work, Community Development, Gender and Development Studies
    At least 1- 2 years working experience in the field of Social Work. Experience in working with NGOs or LGBTIQ refugees will be an added advantage.

    Skills & Competencies

    Knowledge in UN Convention on the Refugee Act, Prevention and Responses to Sexual Abuse
    Experience in capacity building including facilitation of diversity and inclusion, community based training and awareness raising
    Good knowledge of Nairobi and its environs
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    Knowledge of Computer Applications
    Ability to work in a demanding and high pressured environment
    Knowledge of accountability to affected populations

    The applications (CV and Cover letter) should be submitted through the link above quoting the Position Title: Social WorkerClosing Date: 22nd September 2021Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.HRTK is an equal opportunity employer, does not charge candidates for recruitment and dissociates itself from any entity defrauding candidates.

    Apply via :

    hias.hrmdirect.com

  • Communications Officer

    Communications Officer

    Reports to: Country Director
    Liaises with: Head of Programs
    Grade: 5
    Duration: 1 year with possibility of renewal subject to availability of funding and performance
    Introduction
    HIAS seeks to recruit a Communication Officer who will handle communication at the Country level, respond to communications from partners, develop content and update the HIAS Kenya social media accounts. The Communication Officer will also track campaign analytics and maintain digital media archives.
    Main Duties and Responsibilities:

    Develop, write, and edit HIAS Kenya public and communications materials, including press releases, statements, fact-checking, Q&As guidance notes, briefing notes, fact sheets, newsletters, blog posts and social media content.
    Promote communication and publicity materials of HIAS Kenya through appropriate media channels.
    Track analytics and create reports detailing successes and failures of communication campaigns
    Ensure that all communication and marketing materials align with HIAS brand identity and donor standards
    Work with Communication and Program team members to conceptualize and implement communication strategies, campaigns and other initiatives.
    Provide technical guidance to HIAS Kenya program staff in developing Information Education and Communication (IEC) material
    Respond to media inquiries, handle interview requests and perform media outreach.
    Develop escalation protocols for managing communication crisis, should they arise.
    Perform market research and analyze the HIAS Kenya’s audience and its needs.
    Create and maintain a robust relationship with the media to promote the organization image.
    Develop and maintain a database of journalists, reporters, media and other related organizations.
    Coordinate promotional events and news conferences, press releases and exhibitions.
    Monitor and respond to feedback from the media and the public about HIAS on traditional and digital channels.
    Ensure that digital marketing content aligns with HIAS brand identity and purpose and adheres to official brand guidelines.
    Participates in ongoing development of HIAS Kenya’s communications strategy and training of staff in communications best practices.
    Contributes to HIAS Kenya’s internal communications, including drafting talking points, reports and others
    Maintain up to date of matters and issues pertaining to the country under the area of expertise to provide advice and updates to the country office.
    Collaborating with Country director, Business development officer and program managers to send funders newsletters, and to promote on-site tours.
    Coordinate with the HIAS HQ Communications department to share relevant content, ensure message alignment, participate in HIAS global campaigns, and maximize social media impact.
    Maintain up to date of HIAS communications policies and guidelines.
    Performs other tasks as assigned.

    Qualification and Experience

    Bachelor’s degree in communication or journalism or other relevant field.
    1-2 years of prior experience creating digital content and managing communications campaigns, working in media or marketing, experience in the humanitarian sector is preferable.

    Skills and Competence

    Strong communication skills both oral and written as well as analytical skills
    Ability to work well independently and with a team
    Understand the best practices of main social media channels including Facebook, Twitter Instagram, LinkedIn and other digital platforms.
    Ability to compose engaging and accurate media content
    Superior time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
    Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint essential).
    Knowledge of photo and video editing and design software is an asset
    Understanding of communications, external relations, and advocacy best practices
    Avid reader with a keen eye on laws, Policies and issues affecting Persons of Concern at the National and Global level
    Knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations

    The applications should be submitted through the link https://www.hias.org/who/career-and internship-opportunities quoting the Position Title: Communications OfficerClosing Date: 24th September 2021Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.HRTK is an equal opportunity employer, does not charge candidates for recruitment and dissociates itself from any entity defrauding candidates.

    Apply via :

    www.hias.org

  • Capacity Strengthening Advisor

    Capacity Strengthening Advisor

    The role of the Capacity Strengthening Advisor (CSA) will form part of Trócaire’s Global Hub on Partnership & Localisation. This new role will provide strategic and technical supports on capacity strengthening, both internally and externally, working within Trócaire’s partnership and localisation framework. This post will work across all Trócaire country programmes, including development, humanitarian, and advocacy contexts, and will engage with Country Office leadership and colleagues that have partner capacity strengthening as a core part of their duties.
    For the candidate with the required experience and passion for the role, Trócaire offers a competitive package of salary and benefits.
    Reporting to the Global Director – Partnership & Localisation, this is a fixed contract for 2 years and can be based in any Trócaire office. Current and valid permission to work and reside in the location is required.
    Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults:
    Trócaire is committed to Safeguarding people within our programmes from Exploitation and Abuse and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Global Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Any candidate offered a job with Trócaire will be expected to sign Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policies and Global Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
    Closing date to receive applications: 30th September 2021
    Key Duties & Responsibilities
    Development and Delivery of Capacity Strengthening Resources

    Lead the review and updating of Trócaire’s Partner Capacity Assessment System (PCAS) and Capacity Strengthening approach, ensuring it is fit for purpose, based on partners’ expressed needs, and designed and coordinated in relation to other external assessment tools and global best practice.
    Lead the rollout of the updated capacity strengthening approach and resources across all Trócaire country offices.
    Develop organisational tools, guidance, or resources on partners’ operational, administrative, or institutional capacity strengthening and support their rollout.
    Train Trócaire staff on tools, guidance, or resources on partners’ operational, administrative, or institutional capacity strengthening.
    Develop Trócaire staff capacity strengthening expertise through continuous coaching, mentoring, training, and development opportunities.
    Review, provide critical feedback on, and support the revision of manuals, guidelines, training materials, and other outputs relating to partner capacity strengthening, ensuring quality control.
    Ensure that all resources relating to partner capacity strengthening are stored using Trócaire’s online systems.

    Technical Support on Partner Capacity Strengthening

    Provide technical support and guidance to Trócaire staff, particularly Country Programmes, on partner capacity strengthening.
    Liaise across the organisation to leverage capacity strengthening expertise.
    Support country offices in the design and implementation of capacity strengthening initiatives/ projects.
    Maintain global oversight of Trócaire’s capacity strengthening initiatives/ projects across all Country Programmes.
    Support Country Programmes to conduct efficient and effective organisational capacity assessments and re-assessments that are led and owned by local partners and receive necessary follow-up.
    Create opportunities and tools for partners to assess Trócaire’s strengths and areas for improvement of its capacity strengthening approaches and ensure organisational follow-up on recommendations.
    Provide guidance to country teams when designing capacity strengthening outcomes, frameworks, activities, and budgets.

    Monitoring, Knowledge Management and Learning

    Track monitoring frameworks to effectively measure and monitor Trócaire’s global progress against capacity strengthening targets.
    In collaboration with Hub colleagues, measure partners’ satisfaction with capacity strengthening support they receive from Trócaire and compile findings globally.
    Produce annual and donor reports that reflect Trócaire’s global progress on partner capacity strengthening.
    Build a knowledge base of learning and evidence around capacity strengthening effectiveness that can be shared (internally and externally) and applied to future programmes and interventions.
    Support the development of high-quality learning pieces on partner capacity strengthening, in collaboration with Country Programmes.
    Develop mechanisms to promote peer to peer learning and support.
    Ensure Trócaire delivers on the KPIs related to partner capacity strengthening.

    Networking and Advocacy on Capacity Strengthening

    In close collaboration with the Global Partnership Director, represent Trócaire in networks or platforms focused on partner capacity strengthening.
    Identify opportunities to share learning by partners and Trócaire at relevant forums (e.g. Charter for Change Capacity Strengthening Working Group, webinars, development journals, etc.).
    Collaborate closely with peer agencies, including Caritas agencies.
    Coordinate and collaborate with colleagues engaged with Trócaire’s CHS and accountability initiative.
    Influence policies and practices that promote improved capacity strengthening approaches across the sector, including through stakeholder meetings and advocacy briefs.

    Other

    Any other reasonable and relevant area of work, depending on the emerging needs of the Hub.

    Requirements
    Person Specification – Essential Requirements
    Qualification

    Relevant third level degree
    Relevant master’s degree preferred

    Experience

    At least five years’ experience of working in a partnership-based model with local NGOs, Church, and Civil Society organisations.
    Proven experience of design, development, and implementation of capacity strengthening initiatives at organisational levels, across development, humanitarian, and advocacy contexts.
    Specialised experience in organisational development and systems strengthening of local NGOs/CSOs.
    Experience providing capacity strengthening support to teams and local partner organisations through training, mentoring, accompaniment, and coaching.
    Experience developing training materials, eLearning modules, and learning programmes.
    Demonstratable experience in monitoring and evaluating partnership capacity strengthening programmes.
    Experience of working in partnership across a diversity of local partners, including small to medium-sized organisations.
    Experience with programme and project cycle management.
    Experience in documenting and socialising learning and research in innovative and impactful ways.

    Skills

    Strong understanding of the localisation agenda and its challenges at the international and local levels and familiarity with key institutions and donor agencies active in capacity strengthening of local organisations.
    Highly organised, with excellent planning, prioritisation, independent working, and problem-solving skills.
    Ability to analyse information and produce high-quality knowledge products.
    Strong coordination skills, specifically with the ability to effectively coordinate with Country Programmes and partners.
    Ability to transfer skills and knowledge to individuals and organisations through training, mentoring, and accompaniment.
    Demonstrable capacity and commitment to working in collaborative fashion with colleagues and partners.
    Excellent verbal and written communications skills and willingness to engage in public speaking.
    Strong networking skills and ability to engage external stakeholders proactively and professionally.
    Competent in Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online systems (Salesforce, Box, Agresso).
    Fluency (written and spoken) in English.

    Qualities

    A proven commitment to teamwork.
    An ability to maintain a positive attitude working in an environment where results are difficult to quantify.
    Ability to engage effectively and respectfully with a diverse group of team members and partners from different parts of the world.
    Ability to travel internationally (subject to travel permissions).

    Person Specification – Desirable
    Skills

    Language skills (Arabic, French, and/or Spanish) are a plus.

    Behavioural Competencies in Line with Trócaire’s Competency Framework

    Leading: Reflecting our values of Participation & Accountability, acts to inspire and lead others to achieve their potential, demonstrating Trócaire’s values with integrity in order to achieve our organisation’s objectives.
    Communicating: Reflecting our value of Participation, being one organisation, communicating clearly and transparently across, teams, units, divisions, locations and other external organisations. Getting our message across with impact.
    Collaborating: Reflecting our values of Participation & Solidarity, partnering effectively as One Trócaire organisation and, in solidarity, maintains positive relationships built on trust and respect.
    Stewardship of Resources: Reflecting our value of Accountability and decision-making around the best use of resources. Using our resources transparently, sustainably, ethically, fairly & with integrity; acknowledging Trócaire’s reputation in the use of resources.
    Delivering Results: Reflecting our values of Accountability & Perseverance, getting a quality job done through effective performance, planning and decision making.
    Continual Improvement & Learning: Reflecting our values of Participation & Courage, constantly looking to learn and develop self, employees, and partners to better fulfil Trócaire’s’ mission.
    Flexibility & Change: Reflecting our values of Participation & Courage, adapts positively to change and to different ways of doing things; manages or takes part in change processes in a way that is appropriate to role in the organisation.

    Apply via :

    apply.workable.com

  • Resource Mobilization Officer

    Resource Mobilization Officer

    DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
    The suitable applicant essentially must be able to perform conventional duties of a professional fundraiser/resource mobilizer. Reporting through the executive director, the fundraising officer is responsible to contribute to the financial growth of YELD through the diversification of core donors. During deployment, duties may be modified based upon the technical needs of the organization. The duties will include but not necessarily be limited to the following:

     Develop and implement a corporate fundraising strategy to expand YELD’s core donors including identification of potential donors and their funding priorities/strategies/lines and instruments, and the development of funding proposals and requests.
    Develop a resource mobilization plan based on existing donors, potential donors and fundraising mechanisms.
    Develop a “donor brief and funding request” and other YELD appeal documents based on YELD’s strategy; to be used as an advocacy tool.
    Manage core donor reporting obligations and commitments, preparing interim analyses and leading on the production of quality reports and their timely submission.
    Develop specific project proposals in compliance with both YELD and donor requirements.
    Research the interests and application requirements of the main donors and other sources of funding to the country. Provide technical advice to the executive director on prospective opportunities.
    Establish and manage a network of donor contacts, track proposals submitted, funds pledged/received and donor agreement implementation requirements (implementation deadlines, earmarking for specific activities, visibility requests, reporting, etc.).
    Report on expected results and resource mobilization activities in compliance with related documents to be disseminated among donors, and draft specific reports to donors as stated in legal agreements.
    Effectively utilize the communication products and advocacy material in convincing and encouraging donors to fund the various projects undertaken by YELD. If required, research, write and edit information materials in support to resource mobilization activities, including success stories.
    Identify and initiate strategic partnerships with relevant state agencies. These include government agencies like Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF), Uwezo Fund, Women Enterprise Fund (WEF), Kenya Youth Employment and Opportunities Project (KYEOP) etc. Other relevant and potential partners are county governments, corporates, and foundations.
    Perform any other incident-specific related duties, as required by the executive director.

    REQUIRED ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
     
    Essential: University degree in development studies, international relations, business management, public administration, political sciences, communications, marketing, economics, or other relevant areas of studies from an accredited/recognized university.
    Desirable: Specific studies on resource mobilization, communication, studies on development and/or development work. Training in donor intelligence, proposal writing, and general project management.
    EXPERIENCE
    Essential:

    At least three years’ related experience, at the national and international level, in resource mobilization and external relations.
    Documented achievements in fundraising activities, part of which supporting development interventions or humanitarian activities.
     Proven experience in writing resource mobilization proposals, donor reports and related documents.
    An advanced degree in fundraising, development, international relations, business management, public administration or other relevant area of studies.

    Desirable: Prior working experience with international development agencies, or with an international nongovernmental or recognized humanitarian organization.
    SKILLS

    Strong interpersonal, representational and organizational skills, with proven ability to facilitate and strengthen the involvement and collaboration of a broad range of internal and external partners.
    Demonstrated success in resource mobilization complemented by the ability to conceptualize ideas and promote consensus.
     Integrity, tack and discretion.
     Demonstrable report writing skills.
     Office management.
      Ability to work and achieve goals under pressure.
     Sound understanding of the impact of unemployment in youth and crises on social and economic development, and its burden on populations.
    Ability to “think out of the box” and to make innovative proposals as related to mobilization of resources.
    Good knowledge of digital fundraising tools especially crowdsourcing.
    Digital marketing skills specifically social media and Google ads.

    Use of Language Skills
    Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
    Desirable: Professional working knowledge of other international languages.
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
    A written test may be used as a form of screening.
    Previous demonstrable track record of direct involvement in successful grant awards for at least three proposals will be a deciding factor in shortlisting.

    YELD is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, age, disability, gender identity, religion, nationality or ethnicity.

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  • Political Analyst

    Political Analyst

    The Position
    The Political Analyst will lead context and conflict analyses and analyze political developments in and across Kenya, focusing on the project’s target counties, which can change based on shifts in context.  S/he will develop and maintain a wide range of contacts across all sectors of society.  In addition, the Political Analyst will accompany project staff on field trips as necessary and report on observations and prevailing political context throughout the country. S/he will also support analysis of trends on social media. The Political Analyst is responsible for ensuring that the project is grounded in evidence and relevant to the on-going situation on the ground. The Analyst assists the project by providing contextual knowledge and understanding, supporting the project to adapt and improve in response to shifting dynamics.
    Essential Responsibilities
    INFORMATION GATHERING AND ANALYSIS

    Through research and contacts in Kenyan civil society, political structures, mainstream and social media, youth, and others, gather information and develop analyses for the purposes of preparing written reports and providing regular briefings that inform program implementation and adaptation.
    Conduct context and conflict analyses with stakeholders including partners, government, and target groups.
    Utilize data and analysis in order to forecast political, economic and social trends.
    Accompany staff to field sites for the purpose of information gathering, analysis, and reporting on political and social developments.
    Track news and highlight key political and security developments, and incorporate such findings in reports and analysis.
    Actively participate in and/or co-facilitate assessment and capacity development processes with partner organizations.
    Participate in the co-creation of context relevant and demand driven activities to be implemented in target locations.
    In collaboration with the country security focal point, advise and guide staff on the design and execution of in-country travel.
    Support on liaison with the Government of Kenya, and other external constituencies for programming and interventions.
    Maintain and update an extensive stakeholder contact database.

    REPORTING AND MEETINGS

    Schedule and coordinate meetings, activities, and appointments, including hosting events.
    Attend periodic programmatic meetings and relevant sectoral coordination forums as / when necessary and provide written summaries.
    Draft correspondence and other materials and maintain their records.

    OTHER

    Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian and development mission.
    Other duties as assigned.

    Supervisory Responsibility
    N/A
    Accountability
    Reports Directly To: Program Manager
    Works Directly With: Project staff & Partners, Mercy Corps Departments (Finance, Operations), Director of Programs, donor stakeholders, GoK and other affiliated relevant program stakeholders, implementing partners
    Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders
    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
    Minimum Qualification & Transferable Skills

    Bachelor’s degree in any subject is required – BS/BA in political science, peace/conflict studies, development, or any other comparable degree preferred;
    Minimum of five (5) years of work experience, including a senior position with Kenyan public service, GOK, or non-governmental organization working in multiple regions of Kenya
    At least three (3) years of experience in monitoring and reporting policy, politics, and/or human rights, or a closely related field. Such experience must have involved sustained interaction with diverse social interests, the international diplomatic community, and non-governmental organizations.
    A close familiarity with and a demonstrated ability to analyze issues and problems related to democracy, governance, political violence, and elections is required. Previous experience with Kenyan elections and conflict mitigation required.
    Language Proficiency: Fluent speaking/reading/writing English and Kiswahili is required. Additional local languages are preferred.
    Job Knowledge: Must have good knowledge of Kenyan national and county-level political institutions, structure, party system, social and development issues, and historical development. Must understand political trends and the operations of NGOs in the democracy and governance sector.
    Must have basic knowledge of MS Office applications such as Word, Excel and MS Outlook.
    Must possess strong analytical and communication skills, including an ability to prepare analytic and spot reports of significant depth and complexity in precise and accurate form under tight time deadlines.
    Demonstrates ability to maintain an extensive range of Kenyan contacts and interact with a wide range of people of varying status and backgrounds, including engaging effectively with government officials as well as with civil society, youth and other community leaders.

    Success Factors
    The successful candidate will demonstrate the capacity to exercise initiative, be able to work independently, and interpret and anticipate needs for coverage of political developments; and demonstrate tact, sensitivity and discretion when dealing with external contacts and the public.
    Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions
    The position is based in either Nairobi with regular travel to the field offices.
    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.
    Safeguarding & Ethics
    Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct e-learning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

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  • Senior Global Advocacy Adviser – ECSA

    Senior Global Advocacy Adviser – ECSA

    Location: This role will ideally be based in Kenya but qualified individuals with the Right to Work in other Sightsavers programmatic countries within the East, Central and Southern Africa regions are welcome to apply
    Salary: Local terms and conditions apply
    Contract: Two year fixed term contract
    Responsible for: Advocacy Officer (East, Central and Southern Africa)
    Purpose of role
    Sightsavers are recruiting for an experienced and strategically minded advocacy specialist to join our global advocacy team, to will lead on the delivery of Sightsavers’ global advocacy function across the East, Central and Southern Africa (ECSA) region.
    As Senior Global Advocacy Adviser you will strengthen the links between global and national level advocacy as well as support the development and delivery of advocacy objectives across Sightsavers’ key thematic areas, including eye health, disability and inclusive education across ECSA.
    You will act as lead technical advocacy support for Sightsavers Country Offices in the ECSA region, responsible for coordinating Sightsavers’ advocacy on health across country offices and support the development and delivery of advocacy objectives into relevant programming across Sightsavers thematic areas.
    This role would suit an experience advocacy specialist with a background in international development and programme development at an international level.
    Knowledge, skills and experience for Senior Global Advocacy Adviser
    Required:

    Significant experience of working as an advocacy professional within INGOs and supporting national advocacy within a global advocacy strategy
    Significant experience of representing NGOs at a high level on strategic issues, including building relationships with and influencing senior officials within national governments, donor agencies and regional bodies
    Specific experience of health sector advocacy at national, regional and international levels
    Expertise in building staff capacities to develop and deliver effective advocacy strategies
    Experience of developing and implementing systems to record and measure the impact of advocacy activities
    Expertise in carrying out national level policy analysis and stakeholder mapping to develop effective advocacy strategies
    Knowledge of current issues and best practice in development particularly in health, education, rights or governance.
    Ability to represent the organisation to external bodies at a high level
    Demonstrable experience of influencing organisational strategy and promote change internally
    Ability to develop and implement effective advocacy plans and M&E systems
    Strong communication and relationship building skills with internal and external audiences
    Ability to work effectively as part of an international team

    Desirable:

    Relevant academic qualifications in a social science, public health, international development or other related subject

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