Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

  • Senior Associate, Advocacy

    Senior Associate, Advocacy

    Position summary:
    At Rainforest Alliance we are looking for a motivated, change oriented and impact driven Senior Associate Advocacy. This position will be part of the Kenya country team and work in close collaboration with the global advocacy team. The postholder will be responsible for managing relationships with civil society organizations and some selected multi-stakeholder platforms and governmental stakeholders in East Africa. In collaboration with Advocacy Leads and the Country Directors, the Senior Associate Advocacy will identify advocacy opportunities in relation to Rainforest Alliance certification program and landscape and communities work in the sub-region and develop and implement an advocacy strategy in the sub-region.
    The Senior Associate Advocacy will be the point of contact for civil society organisations in Kenya and will work closely with the Country Director Kenya and Director East Africa to ensure continuity of relationships with government stakeholders.
    The postholder will work with colleagues in advocacy and themes, the regional team, the tea and coffee sector teams and communications to ensure Rainforest Alliance is able to utilise advocacy as a supporting intervention in the sub-region.
    Responsibilities: 

    Contribute to development of advocacy strategy in East Africa – with support from Head of Advocacy, Advocacy Leads, Director East Africa and Country Directors.;
    Build and maintain relationships with important stakeholders in Kenya (CSOs, NGOs, trade unions, platforms etc.) and in particular work with tea and coffee sectors;
    In close collaboration with Kenya team, develop and implement a Kenya advocacy strategy that contributes to the overall Kenya country strategy;
    Ensure advocacy plans are aligned and contribute to sub-region and sector strategies;
    Advise on new advocacy and governmental affairs opportunities and requirements within Kenya and in the sub-region and contribute to writing and budgeting of fundraising proposals in the sub-region;
    Initiate and organize meetings and participate in discussions with relevant groups and stakeholders to advance Rainforest Alliance’s advocacy agenda; and
    Represent Rainforest Alliance at relevant events, external forums and conferences and in various consultation structures.

     Qualifications: 

    Degree in social sciences, public policy, communications or related;
    At least 5 years’ experience with planning, managing and implementing advocacy or public affairs strategies;
    Knowledge of tea and / or coffee sector desirable;
    Political and/or civil society network in Kenya a plus;
    Strategic and analytical thinker;
    Fluency in English, both verbal and written. Kiswahili and additional languages a bonus; and
    Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of time.

     Salary:
    Commensurate with experience.

    Apply via :

    rainforest-alliance.hirehive.com

  • Mental Health & Psychosocial Support Coordinator

    Mental Health & Psychosocial Support Coordinator

    Project Location: Somalia Mission
    Hierarchical Supervisor: Medical Director
    Functional/Technical Support: MHPSS Advisor
    Opening Date: 3rd September 2021
    Closing Date: 17th September 2021
    About International Medical Corps:
    International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.
    Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.
    Program Background
    For close to three decades, International Medical Corps (IMC) has been working in Somalia making critical contributions to saving lives, alleviating human suffering, and reducing the economic and social impact of disasters in Somalia. IMC has achieved this through integrated health, nutrition, water sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and livelihoods interventions targeting the most vulnerable men, women and children, including IDPs and those affected by droughts, floods and conflicts.
    Prolonged conflict and instability have impacted on the mental and psychological well-being of the Somali people. It is estimated that one in three Somalis has been affected by some kind of mental illness, a prevalence which is higher than in other low-income and war-torn countries.
    According to WHO Mental Health Atlas 2014, more than 45% of the world papulation lives in a country where there is less than 1 psychiatrist for every 100,000 people. It clear that relying solely on specialists to provide services for people affected by mental, neurological and substance use disorders would prevent
    millions of people from accessing the support they need. 2010 WHO data for mental health practitioners in Somalia indicates 3 psychiatrists,19 fully trained social workers and 33 Others.
    The practice of keeping people with mental disorders in chains is common in Somalia, a sign of a lack of adequate awareness of mental health conditions and mental health care services. The Chain-Free Initiative aims to restore the rights and dignity of persons with mental disorders by advocating for chain- free hospitals, chain-free homes and a chain-free environment where people with mental health conditions can receive treatment and care they deserve in a dignified manner.
    In line with WHO mhGAP Intervention guide or approach, Somalia National treatment guideline, and Somali Mental Health Strategy 2014 – 2020 goal of strengthening the integrated response of the health sector with evidence-based treatment and achievable plans for the promotion of mental health and the treatment and rehabilitation of mental and neurological disorders, IMC proposes to manage mental, neurological and substance (MNS) use disorders or conditions at OPD level in its health facilities across four regions in Somalia( Benadir, Middle Shabelle, Mudug and Bay regions).
    Job Summary
    The Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Coordinator will oversee all MHPSS programming for the country’s response and will manage the MHPSS team as well as monitor IMC’s partnership with local partners for the implementation of various MHPSS projects.
    Essential Duties & Responsibilities
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation. The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

    Coordinate the MHPSS programming for the country, including strategy development and monitoring of multiple
    Manage the MHPSS team, including field-based MHPSS managers, psychiatrists, and national MHPSS staff; support with team building, performance reviews, and professional development of staff
    Closely work with local NGO partner(s) and relevant government focal points for the implementation and monitoring of MHPSS projects
    Provide continual technical guidance and support for MHPSS-related trainings and supervision as needed
    Prepare and implement a Training of Trainers (ToT) program on PFA and other relevant topics and support national trainers to roll out trainings
    Support the development of MHPSS referral pathways with partner NGO(s) and external service providers to strengthen links to available MHPSS- and Protection-related services
    In collaboration with local partners, engage community leaders, community-based organizations, and other service providers in supporting beneficiaries to access MHPSS services as well as ensuring their feedback for quality monitoring and accountability
    Lead the development of MHPSS-related IEC materials
    Oversee monitoring and evaluation of MHPSS programming, and development of M&E tools and collection and analysis of program data
    Prepare MHPSS reporting on a regular basis, as the focal point for the   MHPSS team Work closely with support departments to support program administration and the logistical implementation of activities in program sites
    Implement the project in line with IMC and global MHPSS standards and guidelines and closely coordinate with IMC’s Technical Unit Global Mental Health Advisor for development and review of training materials and
    Coordinate regularly with other sectors’ teams for integrated approach to activities and trainings Mainstream MHPSS within IMC across sectors, and with partners and service providers Participate in MHPSS coordination meetings for information sharing, collaboration with partners, referral mechanisms, and advocacy for best practices and IASC MHPSS guidelines

    The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
    Skills & Qualifications

    The qualified candidate will be a mental health professional (psychologist, clinical social worker, psychiatrist, or psychiatric nurse) with experience in MHPSS program coordination
    Minimum of 4 years of professional experience coordinating MHPSS projects in humanitarian settings
    Knowledgeable in and experience following IASC Guidelines on MHPSS in Emergencies and international best practices on the integration of MHPSS into primary health care settings
    Demonstrable technical expertise in the assessment, design, and delivery of responses to pre- existing and emergency induced MHPSS needs
    Training experience required; capacity and proven track record in national staff and partner training and capacity-building
    Strong organizational and supervisory skills
    Honest, hardworking, and self-motivated
    Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within different cultural environments
    Strong written and communication skills
    Ability to work within a team structure or independently, flexible, and can cope with stressful workload
    An excellent command of verbal and written English

    Salary for the position: Maximum monthly gross salary, USD 2500 USD, based on experience paid in local currency.

    IMC Somalia is inviting qualified candidates who meet the above requirements to send their cover letter and CV to the following email addresses: somaliajobs@internationalmedicalcorps.org indicating the name of the job as MHPSS COORDINATOR in the email subject clearly.Deadline for applications is 17th September 2021. Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for the interview. (All candidates who previously applied need not apply again).

    Apply via :

    somaliajobs@internationalmedicalcorps.org

  • Regional Representative

    Regional Representative

    This post is located in the Regional Office for Africa (ROAF), Nairobi duty station.
    Responsibilities

    Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Director, Regional Programmes Division, the incumbent will be responsible for performing the following duties:
    Policy-making: Contribute to the overall policy and strategy development of UN-Habitat, including in the regional dimensions.
    Provide Leadership in the development and implementation of UN-Habitat’s operational strategy for the region and sub-regions; Encourage international cooperation to implement the New Urban Agenda and the urban dimensions of the Sustainable Development Goals and represent the organization at all high-level events in the region.
    Programme Development and Implementation: Provide leadership in the formulation of the annual work programme of the region and coordinate its implementation.
    Resource Mobilization: Develop and implement a resource mobilization strategy for the region in close cooperation with the External Relations and Partnerships Branch (External Relations, Strategy, Knowledge and Innovation Division Division) and the Programme Development Branch (Global Solutions Division).
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    Monitor emergency needs and issues in the region in the context of human settlements, developing and implementing appropriate response strategy and projects; Maintain productive relations with the host government and supporting institutions.
    Maintain close and regular liaison with headquarters, the UN Regional Coordination Office, UN Country Offices in the region, and other multi- and bilateral partners on programme development and coordination, in close collaboration with the Director of External Relations, Strategy, Knowledge and Innovation Division;
    Undertake or participate in activities that foster country-to-country cooperation, knowledge management, and exchange of experience in varied aspects of human settlements across the region.
    Networking and Information Activities: Organizing advocacy and thematic activities within the Region related to the main policy messages promoted by UN-Habitat.Representing UN-Habitat in major development programming exercises at the regional and national level, international conferences, major regional fora, expert meetings and project review meetings.
    Promote and implement operational activities of UN-Habitat’s global programmes and flagship programmes towards the implementation of UN-Habitat Strategic Plan.
    Management and supervision of the office; Manage and supervise the work of the Office, including administration, personnel, procurement and financial management; Approve financial authorizations for accounts under the Office control.
    Ensure timely reporting to Headquarters and all the agencies funding its operational activities, including annual and quarterly reports.
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of the substantive field of work in general and of specific areas, including knowledge of housing and urban development issues in Africa; Ability to produce reports and papers, and to review and edit the work of others; Shows pride in work and in achievements including in programme development and fund raising; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges, including conflict resolution amongst governmental and non-governmental partners; remains calm in stressful situations.
    COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
    LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: Empowers others to translate vision into results; Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; Drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; Demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
    MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches takes to skills; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; and actively supports the development and career aspirations for staff.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in urban and regional planning, housing, social sciences relevant to development and management of human settlements or related area is required.
    A first-level university degree in combination with additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible experience in multi-disciplinary human settlements development work, of which at least ten on the international arena is required.
    Experience in project/programme delivery and in raising funds and negotiating with high level Government and multi and bilateral technical funding agency officials in Africa is required.
    Experience in liaison with the UN Regional Coordination Office, UN Country Offices in the region, and multi and bilateral partners is desirable.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Working knowledge of French is desirable. Working knowledge of Portuguese is an asset.
    NOTE: “fluency equals a rating of “fluent” in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and ” Knowledge of” equals a rating of ” confident” in two of the four areas.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
    Special Notice
    Appointment against this position is for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
    The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
    Individual Contractors and Consultants who have worked within the UN Secretariat in the last six months, irrespective of the administering entity, are ineligible to apply for or be appointed to any professional and higher temporary or fixed-term positions, within six months of the end of their current or most recent service. For such positions, at least six months need to have elapsed between the end of a consultancy or individual contract and the time of application and consideration for an appointment as a staff member under the Staff Rules and Regulations of the United Nations.
    Internal Applicants – when completing the PHP, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up to date. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact you.
    All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an email acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists please seek technical assistance through the Inspira “Need Help?” link.
    At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.
    For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 30 November 2020, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, China, Comoros, Cuba, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Djibouti, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Monaco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Norway, Oman, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Qatar, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Sao Tome
    and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Solomon Islands, South Sudan, Suriname, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu, Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
     
    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
    The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
    The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Psychologist

    Psychologist

    Deadline for application: 14th September 2021
    Duty Station: Mathare
    Duration: 6 months probationary contract, extendable based on performance
    Médecins Sans Frontières France Mathare Project is looking to fill the position of a Psychologist. The successful candidate reports to the SGBV/Mental Health Supervisor.
    Objective of the Position:
    The Psychologist will be providing psychological support to patients according to MSF principles, standards and procedures in order to improve the patients’ mental health.
    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
    1. Provision of counselling activities in the Trauma/SGBV clinics

    Liaise closely with other departments in the programme to enable open communication and ensure smooth referral of patients
    Attend supervisor meetings, discussing relevant issues concerning the counselling department.
    Reinforce confidentiality in the clinics
    Order requests of commodities and stationery for the department activities

    2. Psychological care for SGBV patients and other Mental health emergencies

    Provide patient centered psychological care for clients according to MSF guidelines.
    Sensitize the medical team to recognize psychological disorders and to refer patients to the psychologist for further assessment and management
    Ensure the patients receive open-minded support regarding their right to choose, especially in delicate issues like TOP, desire for a child, marital discrepancy etc.
    Provide psychotherapy interventions for patients with complicated psychological diagnosis and evaluate the necessity of referral for external support or for a 2nd opinion
    Referral of acute mental health emergencies and follow up of the patients in referral facilities (together with MAM)

    3. Continuous Medical Education (CME) presentations about psychological disorders

    To participate in CMEs and on job training for staff on trauma cases, SGBV cases, child development, counselling techniques etc. The counsellors should be encouraged to present with your support and input.
    Participate in training new Staff or other health workers from MOH/ other organizations
    Develop treatment literacy sessions and provide materials and tools.
    Train and supervise counsellors and expert patients, as needed, to conduct such sessions with the involvement of the medical team
    Provide health education materials for patients

    Requirements
    Education: Degree in Clinical Psychology.
    Experience: Psycho-social counselling experience of at least 2 years.
                         Previous experience with MSF or other NGOs is an added advantage
    Languages: Fluency in English and Kiswahili is a must, other local languages is a plus.
    Knowledge: Good knowledge of computer operation, word and excel
    Competencies: Supervision, monitoring & evaluation, quality assessments and training needs analysi

    Candidates meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit a motivation letter and an updated Curriculum Vitae as one file mentioning on the subject email line, “Psychologist”, to: Email: msff-kenya-recruitment@paris.msf.orgApplications must be received by the deadline. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/ recruitment fee.

    Apply via :

    msff-kenya-recruitment@paris.msf.org

  • Head, Outcome & Impact Evaluation Lead, Research Strengthening Lead, Regional Programs Research Head of Research Strengthening And Knowledge Mobilization Impact Lead, Regional Programs

    Head, Outcome & Impact Evaluation Lead, Research Strengthening Lead, Regional Programs Research Head of Research Strengthening And Knowledge Mobilization Impact Lead, Regional Programs

    THE WORK AT THE FOUNDATION
    We have entered a very exciting time at the Foundation as we scale up our operations across Africa to realize our Young Africa Works strategy. Our role at the Mastercard Foundation is to be a catalyst. Our Young Africa Works strategy focuses on working with others to spur systemic change so young people have the opportunity to find work that is dignified and fulfilling.
    The Foundation has opened offices in Rwanda, Kenya, Ghana, Senegal, Ethiopia, Nigeria and Uganda, building a broader leadership presence in Africa to develop specific strategies that support youth employment.  Within a country, we work with governments, the private sector, educators and other funders to improve the quality of education and vocational training, prepare young people for the work force, expand access to financial services for entrepreneurs and small businesses, and connect job seekers to dignified and fulfilling work.
    We are ambitious and driven. Our values transcend and rise above everything else as our guide. We encourage you to bring your bold ideas, curiosity, and expertise to your work. We laugh at ourselves and with each other. We are a team. Our journey together makes our impact even more meaningful
    If you are an experienced Outcome & Impact Evaluation professional looking to increase your impact, read on!
    THE OPPORTUNITY
    Reporting to the Head of Impact; The Head, Outcome & Impact Evaluation will be responsible for leading, overseeing and managing a team of outcome Lead evaluation managers who plan, commission and manage Evaluations and Reviews across all locations and programs of the Foundation in Africa and Canada. The Head Outcome & Impact Evaluation will be expected to evolve evaluation practice in the Foundation to reflect new MEL innovations, establish progressive Evaluation standards for the Foundation, develop the overall Evaluation Plan for the Foundation in consultation with ExCo and Country Heads, and oversee evaluation reporting to the Executive Committee and the Board of the Foundation.
    The successful candidate will be based in any of our listed offices in Africa (Ghana, Rwanda, Kenya).
    WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

    Build and manage a talented team of outcome and impact evaluation managers with experience across thematic sectors across Africa, globally, including indigenous Canada.
    Lead the development and implementation of a Foundation wide Evaluation Plan and budget in consultation with the Head of Impact, ExCo, the Board, Country and Program Heads.
    Manage the team to ensure that the Foundation has broad evaluation coverage across the geographic and thematic priorities of the Foundation and at Portfolio, Country Strategy and Regional and Mission levels, and strategic coverage of the areas of work that are most important.
    Lead evaluation reporting to the Executive Committee (and Board if requested) the key results of evaluations. This will be done in collaboration with the Head of Impact and the relevant Lead Outcome manager.
    Lead the development of Evaluation Standards for the Foundation drawing on innovative and advanced practice in adaptive management, market-based evaluation, innovation and systems evaluation.
    Ensure that ongoing evaluations benefits from the Innovation work of the Impact Labs and Indigenous Evaluation incubators in Africa and Canada, and that the ongoing evaluation work of reflects these new advances.
    Ensure that Regional and Country Impact staff have the support needed to plan and manage evaluations at regional and country and partner level, including country strategy and annual program Impact reviews, aiming to generate formative, independent, credible, and useful evidence and insights by assessing the performance and results of Foundation’s Young Africa Works country strategic plans.
    Manage and report on the budget of the Outcome and Impact Workstream.
    Lead the development of Evaluation Policy, Approach and Standards for the Foundation drawing on leading evaluation practice in innovative in indigenous evaluation, adaptive management, market-based evaluation, innovation and systems evaluation.
    Support the use of Evaluation Standards throughout the Foundation, particularly to ensure that the outcome evaluation team incorporate the standards in all evaluations conducted for the Foundation.
    Lead the definition of the scope and types of Evidence required to establish and measure impacts in short, medium, and long run.
    Develop protocols for commissioning, executing and managing Evidence and Evaluations, assessing competencies in evaluation teams, and applying Quality Assurance Standards (QAS).
    Provide strategic management advice and support to the Head of Impact and other Foundation senior leaders on Outcome and Impact Evaluation (what to evaluate, why and when).
    Advise on key strategic issues emanating from evaluations and identify issues that should be elevated to risk management and strategic review.
    Participate as a member of the Core Impact Management Team, working collaboratively across the Impact and Program Teams in all evaluation related work
    Build collaborative work arrangements with risk management, research and knowledge management as appropriate.
    Promote MCF’s evidence and insights culture of accountability and learning internally and externally.
    Ensure that Evaluation results and Evidence and Insights are communicated in a way that empowers young women and men. Working closely with MCF Communications prepare presentations of these, tailoring messages to specific audiences and platforms.
    Participate and represent the Impact Team in external professional evaluation forums and networks as may be authorized by the Head of Impact.
    Participate in MCF internal evidence and evaluation expertise groups to enable sharing of experience and development of good practice.
    Engage and collaborate actively with Mandated Institutions (in-country) that have mandates and capacity for commissioning evaluations and using and disseminating evidence/evaluation results for policy and related work.
    Manage outcome evaluation managers, consultants and provide guidance as required to ensure appropriate development and enable high performance.

    WHO YOU ARE

    Advanced University degree in International Development, Evaluation, Economics, Social Science, or another relevant field is an asset.
    Membership in professional evaluation associations, notably in emerging African and Indigenous Evaluation networks, American Evaluation Association, European Evaluation Association, IDEAS (International Development Evaluation Association); and professional certificate in evaluation is highly desired.
    Minimum 12 years of relevant professional experience managing an evaluation function in a medium to large international organization with Africa as a priority focus.
    Minimum 5 years’ experience conducting country strategy and program evaluations in diverse development and or private sector managed initiatives.
    Experience in evaluating large partnerships.
    Majority of career focused on complex outcome focused evaluations across multiple thematic sectors and geographies.
    Experience with risk related evaluations (related to the risk framework of an organization).
    Experience in evaluation of market systems interventions with private sector, and with public sectors.
    Extensive experience with programmatic, system level evaluation and extensive experience using participatory techniques for facilitating inclusive evaluations.
    Experience with youth-targeted development investments and associated evaluation
    Experience presenting Evaluation, Evidence and Insights findings to high-level Boards, Governments, and other relevant stakeholders.
    Experience leading and managing evaluation team(s) and in supervising professional staff.
    Management and leadership skills, including strategic analysis and strategic communication.
    Familiarity with and participation in policy and practice debates on evidence and insights, particularly arising from evaluation.
    Exceptional understanding of data systems and insights for triangulating evidence for Impact measurement and decision-making.
    Familiarity with networks and work with youth groups, including youth in vulnerable circumstances.
    Strong understanding and commitment to the use of indigenous knowledge and techniques of enquiry to enrich evidence with communities and citizens.
    Mixed methods in evaluation including the harvesting of outcome and impact narratives that are qualitative as well as quantitative.
    Excellent research and analytical as well as writing and communication skills.
    Familiarity with innovation in MEL, the use of big data and tech-enabled data collection and analysis youth and citizen-led MEL.
    Possess excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures.
    Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.
    You have a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and vision

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  • ILRI Consultancy – Evaluation of BECA-ILRI Hub and SIDA Partnership System Administrator and Analyst

    ILRI Consultancy – Evaluation of BECA-ILRI Hub and SIDA Partnership System Administrator and Analyst

    Background
    The BecA-Sweden Partnership started in September 2011 with financial resources from the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Sweden to support a comprehensive program on innovative research for development and capacity building activities under the “Food Security program”. The program was designed with a strategic objective of supporting the BecA to deliver its mission of “Mobilizing bioscience for Africa’s development by providing a regional center for excellence in agricultural biosciences”. Specifically, the funding supported the delivery of BecA’s mission through a well-balanced and well-integrated mix portfolio of research, capacity building through the African Biosciences Challenge Fund (ABCF), and management of the regional center for excellence, including acquisition and application of relevant high end biosciences technologies.
    Building on the strategic importance of the funding portfolio and anticipated success of the Food Security program, Sida provided a second award in 2012 to support the Hub´s mission to implement a program on climate change adaptation and mitigation, one of research priority areas of the Hub. The program, “Climate-smart Brachiaria grasses to increase livestock production in East Africa” was developed to alleviate the shortage of quality forage for livestock in the semi-arid areas of Kenya and Rwanda.  In November 2013, Sida provided additional resources to the Food Security and Brachiaria programs as “Support to the food security and climate change programs and core activities at the BecA-ILRI Hub to accelerate research outputs towards African-led impact”. In 2016, Sida commissioned an external review to assess the performance of the Swedish investment to BecA in meeting the set objectives and milestones and make recommendations for the future partnership. Based on the review results and recommendations, Sida decided to continue support to the Hub for next five years (July 2017 to June 2022) under the grant title of “BecA-ILRI Hub and Sida partnership for agricultural research and biosciences capacity building in eastern and central Africa”. The amount of this five-year award is SEK 50,000,000. As stipulated in the grant agreement document, a mid-term evaluation was conducted in mid-2020 which concluded with a positive remark. 
    In 2018, BecA initiated the process for developing a new five-year business plan (2019-24) which coincided with the emerging concept of ILRI 2020-25 investment followed by the advent of OneCGIAR reform. These changes were perceived as a unique opportunity for the BecA to better pursue its mission, increase its impact and maximize its operational viability whilst bringing greater relevance and significance to the OneCGIAR’s broad mandate that includes strengthening research capacity of National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS) to transform African agriculture through its’ valued partnerships. The OneCGIAR presented a huge opportunity to combine an integrated offering of plant and animal biosciences research across the extensive areas of CGIAR and partners. The Hub can also foster and grow the capacities of the networks and partnerships created by individual OneCGIAR research programs to more effectively translate the outputs of this research to benefit farmers.
    Multiple donor-commissioned reviews have concluded that BecA is a successful program in mobilizing modern biosciences for agricultural development in the eastern and central Africa. The high-end biosciences facilities at BecA have tremendous potential to contribute to mobilizing biosciences in and for Africa through engagements with NARS institutions, research teams across OneCGIAR, Advanced Research Institutions (ARIs) and private sector. Therefore, the BecA-ILRI Hub is currently in a transition to the Biosciences for Africa (B4A) with a mandate that ensures that capacity building of NARS to use modern agriculture biotechnology with support of expertise from across the OneCGIAR programs and their networks including ARIs and private sector, leads to a rapid transformation of agriculture over a broader geographical coverage in Africa. Accordingly, a B4A concept note has been developed and is being discussed with a wide range of stakeholders CGIAR Centers, NARS, ARIs and the private sector, and external experts, among others to ensure B4A remains responsive to user need, promotes synergistic research and capacity development opportunities among the partners and enable partners to access the cutting-edge biosciences facility for research and capacity building on crop, livestock, and fish biotechnology. The B4A concept is now being translated into a business plan through a highly consultative process, and this exercise is anticipated to conclude by September/October of 2021.
    Purpose of the Evaluation
    Article 6.5(b) of the agreement between ILRI and Sida signed on 3 May 2017 to support the BecA during 2017-2022 stipulates that evaluation shall be conducted not later than 31 December 2021.  The evaluation will carry out an analysis of any deviations from the agreed results framework and document achievements of this investment and identify any problem encountered during implementation and emerging opportunities.
    The BecA is in transition to the Biosciences for Africa (B4A) with broader geographical coverage as well as aims to materialize the opportunities that have emerged with the advent of the OneCGIAR and their partners to maximize the use of high-end bioscience facilities at BecA and application of biosciences to accelerate the transformation of African agriculture. The B4A concept note has been developed and being discussed with a wide range of stakeholders towards translating the concept to a business plan. The process is anticipated to complete by September/October 2021. Therefore, this evaluation will also review the B4A concept notes as well as the business plan, previous evaluation reports including the 2016 external evaluation report and 2020 mid-term review report. Based on findings of the current end of project review, the evaluation report will present different scenarios that Sida may consider for support to BecA as B4A.
    Objectives
    The objectives of this review are followings.

    To measure and report on performance to date of the current BecA-Sida partnership in meeting the set objectives and milestones. The evaluation is intended to interrogate the progress, achievements and challenges encountered with reference to the original stated objectives, and the extent to which the program is fulfilling its mandate and delivery of expected results.
    To evaluate the ongoing transition of BecA to the Biosciences for Africa (B4A) with respect to the followings.

    Sida strategy, B4A strategy document (mandate, geographical coverage, core business areas, and science agenda), OneCGIAR 2030 strategy and different African strategy and policy documents e.g., AU/NEPAD policies and the Science Agenda for African Agriculture (S3A), Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA-2024) and AU agenda 2063.
    The position of B4A in OneCGIAR system and B4A’s role in CGIAR initiative/programs.
    Ownership of B4A, new partnership opportunities, financial sustainability and staffing.
    Partnership, synergies and working relationships with NARS, private sector, agri-business, ARIs, and Sida funded activities (e.g., BioInnovate Africa) and bilateral research cooperation’s in the region.

    To present different scenarios that Sida may consider for support to BecA (as B4A) taking account of Sida strategy for research cooperation and research in development cooperation and different African strategies and policy documents.  

    Scope of Work
    The recommendations from this evaluation will be instrumental for

    Ensuring the current BecA-Sida partnership aligns with Sida’s current strategy for research cooperation and research in development cooperation (2015-2021) and BecA’s business plan (2013-18) on which the current grant was awarded.
    Improving program design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in the next investment for better impact.

    Implementing the decision by Sida to support the B4A and regional partners to promote the use of modern biosciences in agricultural research and capacity building for Africa’s agricultural development. 
     
    Final products
    The Final Report will be submitted in form of one soft copy (and four hard copies). The report should be written in English and not exceed 50 pages and must include:

    An executive summary
    Structured content
    Summary of findings and strategic implications
    Other relevant information in annexes
    Reference to literature and documentations used.

    Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya / remote if COVID pandemic continue.
    Number of consultants: Two
    Duration: 25 working days each
    Expected places of travel: East Africa Region. However, this travel can be substituted through virtual meeting with stakeholders in the region if COVID-19 related travel restriction continues.
    Essential skills and qualifications
    The review shall be carried out by a group of TWO professional comprised of one consultant with regional experiences and another open-minded consultant with experience of agriculture and agricultural biosciences in the region and worldwide. These consultants will have strong background and experiences of agricultural research and development programmes for smallholder farmers, knowledge of biosciences research and capacity building and experiences of program/ project monitoring and evaluation. The consultant must have postgraduate degree with minimum of TEN years of professional experiences in the monitoring and evaluation and/or program/project review of donor supported programs at regional and international level. The consultant must also have the following:

    Demonstrable theoretical and practical experience in program/project implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
    Hands-on knowledge and experiences in biosciences innovations and capacity building to address developmental challenges in agriculture and the environment.
    Clear understanding of biosciences innovation systems and policy analysis in agriculture and the environment.
    Strong understanding of regional approach and international collaboration and networking for promoting innovations for sustainable development.
    Sound knowledge of eastern and central Africa science, capacity building, and technology and innovation systems.
    Well acquainted with Sida’s innovation funding and support policy. Knowledge of other donor policy will be an added advantage.
    Solid understanding of policy environment for biosciences innovation and policy advocacy, as well as regional innovation and policy platforms.
    Knowledge of African strategies and policies as well as a good understanding of CGIAR and ongoing transition to OneCGIAR.
    Proven ability to assess a complex network of partners and processes and analyze diverse sources of information synthesizing it and produce a concise and articulate report with well-founded recommendations.
    Working experience in monitoring and evaluation of programs/projects in African countries and/or in developing countries from other parts of the world is an added advantage.
    Flexible and with the ability to meet stipulated timelines.
    Ability to communicate effectively and proficiently in English is a must.

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  • MEAL Officer (Readvertisement Programme Officer (CAAC) Health Coordinator Household Economic Strengthening Officer

    MEAL Officer (Readvertisement Programme Officer (CAAC) Health Coordinator Household Economic Strengthening Officer

    The Opportunity
    Save the Children International Kenya Country office has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as MEAL Officer. The role holder will support in the delivery of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL) strategy, policy and practice by helping design programme monitoring systems, build the capacity of staff in their analysis and dissemination of data, and coordinate information management and reporting system.  The job requires good knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning through project implementation cycle. Key area of accountability is developing of MEAL plans, In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    Bachelor’s degree in Social sciences, Statistics or Mathematics or other relevant area.
    Minimum three years practical experience in M&E system coordination/implementation in a large international non-governmental organisation or other international relief/development body;
    Demonstrable track-record in data management, with the ability to support staff and partners on M&E methodology and analyse and disseminate complex information to a range of stakeholder audiences;
    Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
    Working knowledge of data analysis programmes e.g. SPSS and digital data collection approaches specifically use of ODK.
    Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities;
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills in English, with experience working in multicultural, multi-location, values driven teams;
    Fluent in English and Kiswahili (both spoken and written) and understanding of local language will be added advantage.
    Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
    Good typing and data entry speed.
    Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
    Maintains and extends an effective network of individuals within the organisation and with government and development partners
    Commitment to Save the Children values

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  • Gender and GBV Program Manager

    Gender and GBV Program Manager

    Reporting to: Head of Programs
    Grade: 9
    Duration: 1 Year Contract with possibility of renewal subject to availability of funding and performance
    HIAS uses a survivor-centered, community-based approach. Our programs consider the voices and needs of survivors and prioritize their leadership in program design and implementation. HIAS works with communities’ natural systems in order to optimize support for survivors, building partnerships to promote and protect the rights of survivors, women, men, girls, sexual and gender minorities. This approach enables HIAS to meet the safety, psychosocial, economic, and justice needs of survivors; facilitate their access to appropriate care; and empower communities to lead efforts that challenge beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors that perpetuate or condone violence against women, girls, sexual and gender minorities in the community.
    The overall goal of HIAS’ global GBV Prevention and Response programming is for forcibly displaced refugee women, men, girls, sexual and gender minorities to pursue their potential and to access their human and legal rights, free from violence and oppression. This means HIAS GBV programming works to ensure;
    (1) Forcibly displaced women, girls, sexual and gender minorities face a reduced risk of GBV,
    (2) Survivors of sexual and physical violence have access to coordinated psychosocial, health, and legal services,
    (3) Family, community, and institutions support refugee women, girls, sexual and gender minorities in accessing and using their rights.
    HIAS Kenya is seeking a Gender and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Program Manager as it expands its existing GBV programming. The Gender and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Program Manager will be expected to contribute towards meeting the program’s approach of prevention and response to GBV amongst refugees in Kenya. He or she will be required to provide technical oversight and supervision to GBV program staff to ensure all activities supported are designed and conducted in accordance with HIAS Standard Operating Procedures and within the GBV local and global guidelines. The Gender and GBV Program Manager will also serve as a resource and focal point for HIAS Kenya and implementing partners on technical matters related to GBV service provision for urban refugees.
    Main Duties & Responsibilities

    Lead the implementation of HIAS GBV prevention and response program through provision of strategic direction and technical advice on program design and development.
    Oversee the piloting and exploration of prevention programming focusing on social norms change and new ways to engage men in ending violence against refugee women and girls.
    Plan and oversee the establishment of community-based prevention and response mechanisms, risk mitigation strategies in support of survivors of GBV.
    Strengthen GBV prevention and contribute to more integrated responses and long-term approaches such as creating safe spaces for women and girls, build peer support networks to enhance their economic and social assets.
    Oversee the overall case management of the program and supervise case workers and community based GBV prevention monitors to implement GBV case management effectively.
    Work collaboratively with HIAS MHPSS (Mental Health and Psychosocial Support) team by providing insight on the medical and psychosocial needs of refugees who are survivors of GBV.
    Take lead in project planning and oversee budget expenditures to ensure effective use of resources against planned activities and outputs related to HIAS GBV work.
    Oversee and coordinate trainings on GBV to HIAS staff, partners and the refugee community on topics related to GBV, such as: Gender, Human Rights and Power; Violence Against Women and Girls; Models for GBV Prevention and Response; Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse; Role of Social Norms in the Prevention of GBV; Risk Mitigation and Safety Planning with Survivors among other relevant GBV trainings and SRHR related trainings.
    Provide mentoring and on the job training to GBV staff to become experts in GBV prevention, response and mainstreaming in line with the accredited standards.
    Ensure that the monthly GBV working group meetings take place as planned with the participation of all agencies and coordination committees.
    Develop interventions including, but not limited to, creating awareness of HIAS activities on GBV Prevention and Response.
    Develop strategic partnerships through participation and attendance of GBV co-ordination meetings.
    Implementation and oversight of Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) interventions (increasing awareness of and access to SRHR services for refugees).
    Collaborate with Technical Advisors to reinforce guidance and strategies new approaches to plan and implement program activities and for quality programming.
    Coordinate with partners international organizations and local organizations to create linkages for refugees for promotion of quality referral pathways, strengthening services for survivors of GBV and ensuring their integration of GBV concerns to different sectors.
    Research and analyze trends, behavior change strategies of GBV within the urban refugee population and develop/adjust program strategies to meet the identified trends/needs
    Produce accurate, detailed and timely reports of all project activities and progress using program monitoring and information from the GBVIMS.
    Participate and contribute to the identification of grants for funding opportunities for GBV Prevention and Response Projects as well as SRHR.
    Contribute to the drafting of concept notes, project proposals, monitoring of periodic activity reports.
    Senior Management team. As a member of the SMT you will be required to attend meetings, ensure alignment of major policies and procedures, advise the country leadership on matters pertaining to GBV, participate in the recruitment and management of staff in the department, collaborate with other departments in ensuring that the HIAS goals are met.
    Performing other duties as required.

    Required Qualifications and Experiences

    A minimum of master’s degree in Gender Studies, Community Development Studies, Social Science and/or other related fields of study
    7 – 9 years working in a management position with at least 3 years in Project Management, monitoring and evaluation with a specific focus on GBV prevention and response programming; preference for candidates that have previous experience with direct service provision to GBV survivors.
    Demonstrated experience working directly with GBV survivors.
    Training in gender equality and/or SRHR
    Demonstrated understanding of gender and patriarchy and the role both play in violence against refugee women and girls, sexual and gender minorities, safety planning etc.
    Awareness and demonstrable knowledge on how GBV manifests in urban refugee settings and ability to describe context that is specific to prevention and response actions.
    Demonstrated experience with operationalizing GBV principles, knowledge of international humanitarian standards for GBV prevention and response.
    Demonstrated ability and experience to supervise and coordinate technical work in GBV prevention and response, preferably in a humanitarian setting.
    Strong training and capacity building experience, particularly using participatory techniques for training related to different components of GBV programming.
    Experience working with GBVIMS (Gender Based Violence Information Management System).

    Required Skills and Competences

    Proficiency in English, knowledge of Kiswahili
    Computer literacy a must with strong knowledge of Access, Excel and Word
    Ability to work and supervise a team, maintain respect for diversity, uphold integrity, respect and accountability
    Self-starter with an ability to work with minimal supervision, in a culturally diverse team
    Excellent Analytical, Communication and Report writing skills
    Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with local staff, beneficiaries and other stakeholders
    Ability to maintain one’s composure while under pressure
    Knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations

    Please send a cover letter and resume through the link https://www.hias.org/who/career-and-internship-opportunities indicating your expected gross salary as well.Closing Date: 10th 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.

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  • Chief of Party

    Chief of Party

    Overall Responsibilities:
    The COP leads and manages the project and is accountable for project deliverables and results, with full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the project, including (1) vision and technical strategy; (2) project management; (3) documentation and communication; (4) client(s) and stakeholder(s) relationships; and (5) coordination and synergy with other USAID and MSH projects. In the role of Chief of Party, s/he ensures that the Program has a strategic vision of success, and deploys all resources – financial, technical, and human – in support of these strategies and plans. S/he is aware of and adheres to MSH’s Procurement Integrity standards and procedures in all project management responsibilities.
     
    This position is subject to project award and funding.
     
    Specific Responsibilities:
    The COP serves as the primary project liaison from MSH to the donor, US Government representatives, non-government partners such as civil society organizations, private entities, professional associations and academic and learning institutions, and appropriate officials from the Government of Kenya and representatives from other donor and development agencies. The COP is accountable for the achievement of results, ensuring quality of services is maintained at the highest standard, and that all project objectives and deliverables are met.
    The COP adapts and implements management systems with standard operating procedures to administer all activities funded by the agreement, ensuring sufficient financial staff for disbursing all local costs under this project, monitoring and tracking expenditures, and preparing financial reports of project expenditures for submission to USAID.
    The COP collaborates with partners, donor, and stakeholder representatives, building and maintaining productive relationships.
    The COP supervises direct reports with a particular focus on achievement of their key tasks and project deliverables.
    The COP communicates, implements, and assures adherence to MSH and project policies, guidelines and values; develops staff skills and knowledge; and facilitates supervisee success and professional development whenever possible.

    A Masters’ degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university. 
    A minimum of 12-15 years of project management experience (of which at least half is in a senior management position) in large, multi-year international health sector development programs that have implemented successful activities in areas such as governance, analytics and information systems, health systems strengthening and support to decentralized governments structures. 
    Demonstrated subject-matter expertise in two or more of the following areas: supply chain systems and improved access to and accountability of quality health products and technologies; health systems governance; evidence-based policy development and implementation for quality and equitable services: and health systems strengthening, including human resources for health management systems, analytics and information systems, county-based health care financing and good governance/leadership.
    Experience in public health in low- and middle-income countries managing the technical operational, and organizational aspects of health projects including staff supervision and oversight of operational procedures and policies; preference given to those with experience in Kenya.
    Familiarity with USAID regulations and administrative procedures in the implementation of donor assisted projects.
    Proven record of aligning diverse, multi-level teams with project mission and vision. Track record of strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting experiences, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit. 
    Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior-level colleagues, particularly interacting productively, proactively, and comfortably with government agencies, NGOs, private sector groups, USAID, CAs, and donor organizations.
    Demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building, written and oral communication, and negotiation skills.
    Willingness to travel within project areas as needed.
    Excellent written communication in English is required.

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  • Chief of Party – Kenya HSS

    Chief of Party – Kenya HSS

    Job Description

    Abt Associates is recruiting qualified candidates for a Chief of Party position for an upcoming USAID-funded opportunity in Kenya, the Health Systems Strengthening Activity. The five-year activity will focus on strengthening health leadership and governance and strengthening health systems for quality and equitable service delivery.

    Under the supervision of the U.S.-based Portfolio Manager, the Chief of Party provides leadership, management, and strategic direction for the project, and is accountable for the successful implementation of all its aspects. This position is responsible for guiding senior technical staff and for ensuring the responsiveness and quality of work along with efficient use of resources and achievement of results. The Chief of Party has the final authority within the project team for decisions related to technical, management, resource allocation, and personnel issues.

    The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and is contingent upon award to Abt Associates.

    Responsibilities

    Represents Abt Associates and the project to the respective USAID Mission, the host country government, and other key stakeholders.
    Carries full authority and accountability for project decisions, as delegated by the U.S.-based Portfolio Manager.
    Sets and pursues a results-oriented program strategy in coordination with the project team and in consultation with USAID, other partners, and stakeholders.
    Ensures that staff, team members and consultants understand their roles and responsibilities and comply with contract requirements, USAID and Abt policies and procedures.
    Oversees development and timely implementation of monitoring plans for all project activities and ensures that data required for USAID performance benchmarks and results frameworks are produced.
    Oversees the design and operation of management systems and operating procedures for the implementation of project activities.
    Lead, monitor and guide the teams/team leaders carrying out the work; assigns and delegates responsibilities as appropriate.
    Supervises institutional sub-agreements/contracts with assistance from the Abt Senior Management Team.
    Assumes responsibility for the technical quality of all project activities and products.
    Leads the project annual work planning, and ensures that quality operational plans, budgets, and reports are submitted as per contract agreements.
    Provides regular status and progress reports to USAID and Abt Associates.
    Coordinates with the Portfolio Manager and Contract Administrator to assure that all managerial and administrative matters are communicated, and actions comply with the provisions of the contract and with USAID.
    Oversee the establishment and management of an effective M&E system for the project including the development of appropriate evaluation questions and selection of suitable design.

    Qualification Requirements Include The Following

    Master’s Degree (minimum), or a Doctorate Degree (desirable) in Public Health, Medicine, or related field.
    10 years (minimum) of relevant international health experience with a master’s degree, or 8 years (minimum) with a Doctorate.
    At least five years managing complex projects in the areas of health systems strengthening (human resources for health, financing, governance, supply chain and health commodity management, data for decision-making), , in Kenya and/or East Africa.
    Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with USAID, ministry officials, and other development partners.
    Demonstrated experience supporting Ministry of Health in the delivery of quality health services and strengthening the health system in Kenya and/or East Africa.
    Experience assessing, selecting, and managing sub-grantees highly preferred.
    Experience developing and communicating a project vision, aligning key stakeholders around the vision, and assuring the vision is translated into an efficiently implemented program.
    Familiarity with US Government regulations (e.g., Federal Acquisition Regulations and the Foreign Assistance Act).
    Demonstrated strong written and oral presentation skills.
    Demonstrated leadership of large and diverse teams.
    Demonstrated excellent management skills and ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary, multicultural teams.
    Fluency in English.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree + Fifteen years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + Twelve years of relevant experience, or PhD + Ten years of relevant experience

    Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

    Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.

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