Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

  • Survey and Surveillance Manager (Maternity Cover).

    Survey and Surveillance Manager (Maternity Cover).

    Reports to: Senior Manager, M&E
    Job Location: Nairobi with frequent visits to the field ( Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Kenya at the time of application)
    Direct Reports: County M&E officers
    Contracts Details: 6 months – Maternity Cover
    Job Summary:
    The job holder will be responsible for planning, coordination, implementation and analysis of surveys, surveillance, coverage survey, operational research and other assessments. The Manager will strengthen the capacity of Concern Kenya program team in assessment design, implementation and create a pool of staff able to implement assessments. In addition, the job holder will build the capacity of line Ministry and Partner staff in conducting assessments, produce county profiles and county situational analysis and represent Concern at the National forums. Within delegated responsibilities, s/he will deputize the Senior M&E manager in the areas of reporting, budgeting management (costed work plans) and provide technical oversight and supervision on the work of county M&E officers in as far as surveys/surveillance are concerned.
    Main Duties & Responsibilities:
    Capacity Building

    Build and Strengthen Capacity of Various Stakeholders including the Ministry of Health (MoH) and the National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) in Health and Nutrition Surveys, Surveillances, Coverage Surveys and other Assessments such as Maternal and New-Born Child Health KPC Surveys
    Provide technical support and trainings to program team in collaboration with the respective technical focusing on appropriate approaches and methodologies; conceptual and practical frameworks; Sphere standards and analysis tools for effective and quality delivery of program. In addition, Support Health and Nutrition Team in Health and Nutrition MEAL activities- analysis and capitalisation of health and nutrition programme data.
    Ensure maximum collaboration with various stakeholders especially line ministries and participate in guidelines development, reviews, short and long rain assessment and validations.

    Coordination and Implementation

    Planning, Designing and Implementation of the Integrated Health and Nutrition Surveys, Evaluation , livelihood assessments, Programme Coverage, Maternal and New-Born Child Health KPC Surveys and Surveillance in adherence with Government of Kenya Procedures / Protocols / Guidelines.
    Develop Survey Methodologies in according with the guidelines set by the Ministry of Health and Ensure survey proposal/methodology/results preparation and validation process is done in the required time and Ensure that proper, timely and adequate literature review is done prior to the implementation of health and nutrition surveys and assessments.
    Oversee training of the survey team, supervision of data collection, supervision of data entry, and ensuring quality data is collected in all supported assessments
    Lead the survey team to conduct data analysis and production of draft and final report of the preliminary results in addition to field report

    Monitoring and Evaluation

    Develop the program log frame in close collaboration of the Technical heads and Senior M&E manager , define the program indicators and verify program level tool kits
    Participation in the programme strategy, narrative and financial parts of the program proposals of the country program.
    Participate and contribute in the writing of the quarterly, semi-annual and annual program reports
    Periodic monitoring of the existing database management system, assist in periodic review of program performance and provide supportive supervisory visits to partners to monitor implementation.
    Document and disseminate experiences and lessons learned on each of the programme areas to ensure Concern’s profile is raised at national and international levels.
    Compile high quality situational analysis, infographics and presentation.
    Lead the design of operational research methodology and support implementation and dissemination
    Publish program learning in knowledge management and other forums

    Representation

    Represent Concern Kenya in national level meetings especially survey and surveillance forums and give relevant feedback.
    Actively participate in relevant forum to include the Nutrition Information Working Group and NDMA
    Writing articles for sharing through the NIWG bulletin and field exchanges

    Maintain the Gender Minimum Standards

    Be strongly committed to Gender Equality and the Humanitarian Principals.
    Promote Gender Equality within the humanitarian and development work.

    Responding to Emergencies:

    Participating and contributing, towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
    Complying with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies

    Concern Code of Conduct and Associated Policies:

    Adhering to the standards of conduct outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct & Associated Policies
    Supporting and promoting the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Associated Policies to their team, partner organisations and beneficiaries, and being committed to providing a safe working environment.

    Accountability:
    In line with Concern’s commitments under the Core Humanitarian Standard
    (CHS):

    actively promote meaningful community participation and consultation at all stages of the project cycle (planning, implementation, M&E);
    work with relevant colleagues to ensure that the Complaints and Response Mechanism (CRM) is functional and accessible, that feedback and complaints are welcomed and addressed;
    work with relevant colleagues to ensure that information about CRM, safeguarding and expected staff behaviour is disseminated among programme participants and communities.

    Job Specification:

    A degree in Statistics, Epidemiology, Economics with a strong statistical focus and survey/surveillance background.
    At least five (5) years’ experience in surveillance and surveys (SMART, SQUEAC and LQAS methodology) and in data management including data analysis for large data sets
    Proficiency in statistical software (Epi Info, ENA, SPSS, STATA and ArcGIS) and digital data gathering technologies
    Proven competency in ethical principles of research, statistical analysis and complex survey design and analysis
    Excellent report writing, communication, interpersonal, ToT, networking and coordination skills
    Proficient in the use of computer applications
    Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili.

    Concern has an organizational Code of Conduct (CCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organization, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organization to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, working or volunteering with Concern is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.

    Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three referees and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as ‘Survey and Surveillance Manager ’ on or before Tuesday 24th August, 2021.Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.CONCERN WORLDWIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT CHARGE FOR RECRUITMENT

    Apply via :

    nairobi.hr@concern.net

  • Psychosocial Officer

    Psychosocial Officer

    Working time in % : 100%
    Location: Dadaab, Garissa
    Reports to (Hierarchically (Functionally): Psychosocial Senior Officer
    Number of subordinates: Assistant counsellors, Lay Counselors, Center Animators and CFS Supervisors.
    Context: Terre des hommes (Tdh) launched its activities in Kenya in January 2011. Tdh provides support to children in Dadaab Refugee Camp and in Korogocho slums.
    Tdh also implements WASH, Child Protection, health and nutrition projects in Garissa County.
    General description of the position: Reporting to his/her immediate supervisor,the Psychosocial Officer provides psychosocial support to the refgee children and families in Hagadera, Ifo, Dagahaley Refugee Camps and eight surrounding host community villages, monitor the activities in the three child friendly centers and girls safe play areas and provide technical support to the center supervisors, Animators. Lay counselors and Assistant counsellors
    Specific Job Descriptions:
    Responsibility: Psychosocial support
    Aim: To ensure all psychosocial activites are done in Hagadera camp.
    Activities:

    To provide psychosocial support to selected cases of high risk or cases in need of specialized psychosocial support or mental health interventions.
    Participate in need assessments and project evaluations aiming at contributing to the development of the child protection programme strategy for the refugee community project in Dadaab Refugee Complex and in eight villages of Dadaab and Fafi Sub-Counties host communities.
    To support in the development of intervention criteria for the psychosocial cases and design appropriate technical responses to psychosocial and mental health cases.
    Provide training and supervising the CP team and community based structures on the management of children and families with basic psychosocial and mental concerns.
    Train CP team members on the child friendly interviews techniques and implementation of psychosocial assessment.
    Under the supervision of the Psychosocial Senior Officer, coordinate with the Case Management and Empowerment Senior Officers on assistance response to cases of children in need of psychosocial interventions.

    Responsibility: Conduct Mobile monthly CFS and monitor the two CFS in Hagadera and one CFS in Alinjugur.
    Aim: Conduct mobile monthly CFS. Ensure effective and efficient implementation of CFS activities in the three CFSs.
    Activities:

    Ensure monthly mobile CFSs are conducted in the three camps and host villages.
    Train and monitors lay counselors and CFSs animators on the mobile CFSs activities.
    Ensure children who can’t access the centres are reached through various PSS interventions.
    Ensure the centre activities are conducted appropriately and they are safe and child friendly.
    Provide technical support to the centre supervisors.
    Monitor the two girl safe play spaces.
    Plan the leave schedule for the center supervisors, lay counselors and CFSs animators.
    Ensure that children living with disabilities are incorporated into centre activities.

    Responsibility: Renovation and maintenance of the CFS.
    Aim: Conduct situational anaylsis on what the center requires.
    Activities:

    Conduct and assessment on host community and refugee camps CFSs and Girls safe play areas while ensuring the CFSs are safe and well equipt with play materials.
    Plan with the logistic team on what the centre needs.
    Train the community members who are willing to volunteer on basic counselling skills and Psychosocial First Aid (PFA).
    Ensure all the activities are carried out in the center and they are safe for children.

    Responsibility: Provide psychosocial support to the eight neighnbouring villages of Dadaab and Fafi Sub-counties.
    Aim: Ensure chidren in the eight villages receive psychosocial services.
    Activities:

    Provide group and individual therapy.
    Identify and screen children with psychosocial distress.
    Work in close collaboration with other departments.
    Provide mobile CFSs in collaboration with the Child Protection Volunteers.
    Liaise with the Sub-County Children’s Officer to support high risk cases that need protection interventions.

    Responsibilty: Report writing
    Activities:

    Develop unit reports.
    Work closesly with the MEAL Officer and Assistants for efficient documentation of psychosocial work.
    Develop referrals for high risk cases and ensure regular follow up of the cases.
    Participate and represent Tdh in relevant working group meeting at the camp level.
    He/she will conduct his or her duties in respect of the Charter of Terre des hommes and the Tdh Child Protection Safeguarding Policy.
    Terre des hommes expects that its staff professional conduct reflects proper behaviour in accordance with local culture and traditions. He/she assures the moral protection of the name of Terre des hommes and defends in all circumstances the interests of the movement.
    Tdh intervenes without any affiliation for politics, religion or financial profit. He/she will direct his or her activities and engagements without preoccupation of political, racial or religious affiliation.

    Abuse Prevention Policy – Operational Risk Management

    Commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including: Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Code of Conduct, Whistle Blowing Policy.
    Commit to ensure the best implementation possible of the Tdh Risk Management Policies.
    Commit to inform supervisors and to deal with any cases, allegations, or possibility of transgression, even potential, of the Tdh Risk Management Policies.

    Competencies
    This position requires personal, social and leadership competencies, technical and methodological competency.
    Skills:

    Good facilitation skills.
    Problem solving skills.
    Competency in computer applications and packages.
    Skills in involving children in various PSS activities.

    Requirements

    Minimum bachelor Degree in Psychology. Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology from a recognized university, clinical experience is a plus.
    Experience in use of community based approaches for the management of psychosocial and mental health issues.
    Experience in application of innovative/creative and evidence based psychosocial and mental health issues.
    Minimum of three years’ experience with prominence in psychosocial and mental health assignments.
    Experience in case management including management of case conferences.
    A good understanding of MHPSS framework and guidelines.
    Project reporting and evaluation experience.
    Staff supervision experience.
    Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of Somali culture, language and traditions is a plus.

    Languages: Fluent in English and Swahili.
    Other: Knowledge of Garissa and Dadaab Refugee Camps or similar context.

    Interested candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to send their applications letter and detailed CVs to KEN.recruitment@tdh.chCandidates are required to indicate the position title on the subject line of the email when applying.Kindly note only applications sent to this email address will be considered.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Locals and female candidates are encouraged to apply.Closing date for the application of this position is 25th August 2021.Tdh’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protect children’s rights, which includes the prevention of all forms of child abuse.Tdh is an equal opportunity employer

    Apply via :

    KEN.recruitment@tdh.ch

  • Education Psychosocial Counsellor (Dadaab)

    Education Psychosocial Counsellor (Dadaab)

    The incumbent will report directly to Education Officer – Policy and Administration or his/her designate.
    Role Purpose: 
    The Psychosocial Counsellor will lead the process in development, implementation, and coordination of the psychosocial counseling Services at the EARC (Educational Assessment and Resource Centre), Screening/Assessment, evaluation, referrals, educational program and transition planning, therapeutic intervention, and exit planning for Learners identified with or suspected of having disabilities that interfere with their ability to perform daily life activities or participate in necessary or desired occupations.
    Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to: –
    Program Management

    Provide comprehensive psychosocial counseling to clients who have experienced war trauma, torture or SGBV
    Provide assessment, individual and group counseling sessions.
    Sensitize, problem solve, dialogue and mediate with the wider population about issues of war, torture, trauma and SGBV
    Ensure all work with clients is confidential and that ethical practices are observed
    Assist in the designing, planning, implementing and facilitating of external trainings for numerous target groups
    Develop new and strengthen existing referral systems with other organizations
    Engage in quality self-care through supervision, debriefings, and other shared sessions
    Complete quarterly reports, progress notes, and treatment plans on time

    Program Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

    Monitor and support other education staff in implementing LWF project management systems and guidelines to ensure the smooth implementation of approved activities
    With the support of MEAL team ensure project performance is tracked and quality standards adhered to
    Provide periodic analytical overviews of program progress, highlighting achievements via indicators, strengths, opportunities, weaknesses, challenges/constraints, lessons learned and way forward
    Conduct regular visits to project sites to collect and verify data for preparation of regular and ad hoc program reports and briefs to immediate manager

    Representation & Advocacy & Organizational Learning

    Coordinate plans with partners at all levels, particularly ECHO consortium partner, UNHCR, UNICEF, the Ministry of Education, other government and camp authorities active in education in all the camps
    Collaborate with ECHO consortium partners on program implementation to ensure joint planning, implementation and monitoring of project interventions
    Represent LWF with external stakeholders as requested (inter-agency coordination meetings, working groups) and influences the shape of broader sector strategies
    Take steps to document lessons learned, from the Education program including that of partners for wider dissemination.

    General Responsibilities

    Assist teachers in the development and implementation of psychosocial counselling programs in school communities.
    Disseminate information concerning psychosocial counselling services available for the refugee communities
    Monitor learner’s progress and make informed, timely educational decisions
    Perform other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

    Management, Mentorship, and Development

    Manage performance of direct reports in the work area through;
    Provide orientation/training to new staff 
    Ensure effective use of the performance management system including the establishment of clear, measureable objectives, on-going feedback, periodic reviews and fair and unbiased evaluations of direct reports
    Ensure that there is continuous coaching, mentoring and other developmental opportunities for direct reports
    Build the capacity of direct reports to monitor/manage projects as well as understand and implement compliance requirements from donors, LWF and/or the Government of Kenya
    Maintain clear communication with both the functional (direct) line manager and the technical manager to foster a smooth working relation under existing matrix structure

    Child Safeguarding.

    Ensure that all reports have an obligation to ensure they fully understand the provisions of the Child Safeguarding Policy, the Code of Conduct and related policies. They must conduct themselves in accordance with the rules of the Child Safeguarding Policy, in their personal and professional lives – which includes reporting suspicions of child abuse
    All staff must ensure the way they are carrying out their work is not putting children at risk (or further risk).

    Qualifications:
    A Bachelor’s degree in Counselling, Psychology or a higher diploma in counselling with a minimum of 3 years related work experience respectively.
    Skills and Competences

    Experience in the provision of psychosocial services to refugees’ /asylum seekers is an advantage
    Good report writing and communication skills
    Registered Member of KCPA or any other relevant professional membership.
    A team player with ability to work independently with minimal supervision
    Ability to maintain professionalism in services delivery and ethics
    Experience in case management including management of case conferences

    Attributes:

    Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling LWF values.
    Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved
    Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
    Widely shares their personal vision for LWF, engages and motivates others
    Future orientated, thinks strategically.
    Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters
    Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
    Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to
    Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
    Willing to take disciplined risks
    Honest, encourages openness and transparency
    Ability to identify pupils who require counselling support.
    Ability to offer psycho-social needs to pupils who require the same.
    Ability to train staff in basic counselling skills and how to identify pupils in need of counselling.

     LWF World Service is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. Qualified persons with disability and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
    LWF World Service adheres to PSEA Policy, Child protection standards and to internal Child protection Policy. LWF World Service is signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies.
    Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.

    Apply via :

    www.lutheranworld.org

  • Manager Scoping & Advisory Services Senior DevOps Engineer Request for Proposals (RFP) Kisumu County Community Health Program Evaluation: Evaluation Design & Baseline Implementation Oversight, Analysis and Report Dashboards Engineer

    Manager Scoping & Advisory Services Senior DevOps Engineer Request for Proposals (RFP) Kisumu County Community Health Program Evaluation: Evaluation Design & Baseline Implementation Oversight, Analysis and Report Dashboards Engineer

    Your Charge 
    This position is leading the scoping efforts to identify country opportunities in line with LG’s new country blueprint, Minimum Viable Opportunity (MVO), and Minimum Viable Product (MVP) as well as advisory efforts in the initial stage of expansion.
    Skills and Competencies

    Government relations & engagement, Negotiation skills, knowledge of African governments operations & systems, Partnership management, Stakeholder engagement, strategic thinking, structured communication/ presentation, project management and broad networking capacity.

    Minimum Qualifications 

    Master’s degree in Social Sciences/Public Health with 13 years relevant experience.

    Responsibilities
    Strategy             

    Identify and prioritize opportunities based on set criteria.
    Assess and determine if the opportunity meets LG’s Minimum Viable Opportunity, Minimum Viable Product and DESC (Digitally Enabled, Equipped, Supervised, Compensated) requirements for digitized community health approach.
    Support the Director to develop recommendations, initial program design, and roadmaps for selected countries for presentation at Steering Committee and Board.

    Management   

    Oversee and Manage initial phases of the new country blueprint including management of consultants; engagement and coordination of in-country key stakeholders and oversee the delivery of defined scope of work.
    Provide technical input to assess the enabling environment, country maturity as well as any local assessments.
    Support government engagement in scoping countries.
    Oversee advisory services in new country expansion. 
    Recruit, manage and onboard consultants and ensure they are fully aligned with LG strategy.

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    Apply via :

    livinggoods.org

  • WASH Coordinator Child Welfare Internship Project Manager

    WASH Coordinator Child Welfare Internship Project Manager

    Reporting To: Programme Manager
    Base Location: Nairobi 100% (with frequent visit to FOs)**
    Responsible For: WASH Officers and Assistants
    Liaises With:** Managers (i.e., Business Development Managers), Coordinators & Support Services Units
    1. Overall Responsibility
    The WASH Coordinator is responsible for the strategy, design, monitoring, and quality delivery of the WASH Programme for IR-Kenya. He/she shall ensure that the Programme plans are in place and kept updated as per the objectives of the Country Strategic Plan; and that Programme interventions and projects re implemented in line with the overall country WASH Programme. The position also manages/oversees the Programme growth and manages Programme Team across all field offices. **
    2. Key Duties and Responsibilities (Key results areas)
    a) Programme strategy and Planning (10%)

    Provide leadership in the review/updating of IRK’s WASH Strategy, in line with Global Strategy, Country Strategy and Annual Business Plans.
    Provide leadership in developing/ updating IRK’s specific WASH Programme guidelines/policies
    Promote understanding of and ensure the appropriate use of and adherence to global and National Standards relating to the programme
    Provide leadership in undertaking of Needs assessment in line with priorities of the programme and community needs.

    b) Programme development & Resource Acquisition (25%)

    Provide leadership in identification of potential funding sources/donors and plan for engagement meetings
    In coordination with Business Development Manager and Programme Management Unit and Communication & MEAL Unit, develop/update capacity statements and other programme marketing Materials.
    Lead the funding diversification that supports core interventions and projects for the programme across geographical spread
    Lead in the preparation of concept notes and proposals development (as necessary) for the programme and contribute the programme’s growth.
    To initiate innovative sustainable projects around emerging thematic issues in line with the funding trends.

    c) Programme Implementation & Management (25%)

    Provide technical advice on best practices and approaches to the programme delivery
    Planning and design of WASH & Structural activities of the projects and programmes as required/assigned.
    Provide leadership in projects/programmes set-ups/initiation, including development and adoption of precise Implementation tools- DIPs,
    To work with the field implementation team and partners to ensure projects are implemented on time in a sustainable way and achieve the envisaged change.
    Provide regular technical support/Backstopping/supervision during programme/projects Delivery processes
    Support programme/Project reviews – drawing key recommendations, lessons, best practices, technical advances etc.
    Provide support in engaging third party monitoring and evaluations (Consultant, IPs) programme delivery engagement plans & Tool such as MOUs, Agreements, TORs, Inductions, and field support.

    d) Programme Monitoring, evaluation, Accountability, Reporting & learning (15%)

    Lead the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluations plans of projects in line with the Donor & IRK’ Strategy and internal standards and support measuring of programme and project performances.
    Ensure that rights holders have access to feedback mechanisms and that data is monitored and responses given within appropriate time periods.
    Prepare and submit Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annual, and Annual programme reports to the Programme Managers and MEAL and donors as delegated
    Provide leadership in documentation and dissemination of best practices and learnings from programme works
    Support undertaking of regular projects’ Grant Review Meetings and provide progress to the PM/CD and members of the SMT.
    Provide leadership in the adoption, application and implementation of programme Standards, Including Core Humanitarian Standard and Safeguarding Standard and policies

    e) Capacity Building & team management (5 %)

    To lead, direct and motivate direct reports
    To ensure effective orientation of new project staff on proper project implementation and follow ups.
    Identify the needs and organize trainings to develop the capacity of IRK staff and partners to increase their competence in programme/projects delivery
    To ensure staff appraisals including probation reports, development of clear KPIs by all the staff.

    f) Networking and Partnership Development (10%)

    Active participation and engagement in and with donors (institutional, UN & IPs) meeting, briefing session, Funding Information Sessions.
    Establish and sustain effective relationship with the Government (National & Counties) and other NGOs for coordination, compliance with regulations & policies and synergy building.
    Represent IRK at all relevant technical forums, Clusters, Workshops and Meetings and contribute to technical interactions and discussions on the same.

    g) Coordination and collaboration with Support Services Team (5%)

    Jointly work with procurement unit to generate/update precise project procurement Plans at inception and follow its (Plan) implementation.
    Work with procurement unit and Committee to support and provide required technical support during procurement processes of the project activities and interventions relation to the programme
    Work with Finance Unit on project budgets planning, Budget Monitoring/Controls, Risk mapping, and reporting, Audits (Internal & external), related financial accounting
    Work with HR Unit to Assess the human resources requirements for the Programme, skills expected of staff at different levels in hierarchy and assist the Human Resource department in Programme staff Management and development
    Work with Communication Unit to provide and generate high quality programme communication materials including documentation of programme works.

    Fulfil any additional assignment as deem necessary by the organization and/or as assigned by Line manager
    3. PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
    a) Education Qualifications and language

    Advanced Degree in Civil/Water System Engineer/Biosystems/Agricultural Engineering, Water Resource Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
    Excellent English language skills (written and spoken).

    b) Essential Knowledge, skills, and Experience

    Not less than 5 years’ experience of WASH projects Experience in ASAL Counties will be an advantage
    Proven technical competencies in planning, design, and implementation of WASH programmes as well as sound financial skills (e.g., budgeting),
    Strong computer skills (Design Packages, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS Power Point, MS Project, SPSS).
    Knowledge of International and National Standards/policies governing WASH programmes i.e., SPHERE and Water Act 2002
    Proven WASH project implementation and management skills
    Proven experience of drafting and writing project proposals,
    Excellent Project Management, reporting and documentation skills
    Experience in working in insecure zones with knowledge in Standard Operation Procedures
    Experience of INGOs system in the same field,
    Experience in developing linkages with INGOs, Government agencies, Institutional donors, and other stakeholders,
    Experience of working in culturally sensitive areas thereby managing circumstances through high level of diplomacy and tact.
    Demonstrated ability for strategic thinking and analysis.
    Experience of work with a team in a multi-cultural environment in emergency and development settings and good team leadership,
    Positive and ability to build consensus in problem solving,
    A focus on results, balanced with a sensitive and honest approach to people.

    c) Desirable Knowledge, skills, and Experience

    Programmatic experience on the following themes: Integrated Sustainable Programmes, humanitarian interventions, DRR, gender issues, conflict, sustainable livelihoods etc
    Experience of working and providing support from a distance
    Sympathetic with aims, values & objectives of Islamic Relief.

    Compensation: A base salary (based on experience) plus other benefits such as insurance cover.
    Approved by: …………………………………………………………………Date…………………….
    Received by ………………………………………………………………….

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    Please send us your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts. The forwarding e-mail and cover letter must clearly indicate the position title on the subject line. Send your application to Recruitment.irk@islamic-relief.or.ke by Friday 20th August 2021.Please note that this is an urgent recruitment, shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis

    Apply via :

    Recruitment.irk@islamic-relief.or.ke

  • Protection Associate – 28815

    Protection Associate – 28815

    The Protection Associate normally reports to the Protection Officer or the Senior Protection Officer. The incumbent monitors protection standards, operational procedures and practices in protection delivery in line with international standards and provides functional protection support to information management and programme staff.

    The Protection Associate is expected to coordinate quality, timely and effective protection responses to the needs of populations of concern (PoC) and identify opportunities to mainstream protection methodologies and integrate protection safeguards in operational responses in all sectors. S/he contributes to designing a comprehensive protection strategy and liaises externally with authorities and partners on protection doctrine and policy as guided by the supervisor.

    The Protection Associate also ensures that PoC are involved in making decisions that affect them, whether in accessing their rights or in identifying appropriate solutions to their problems. To achieve this, the incumbent will need to build and maintain effective interfaces with communities of concern, local authorities and protection and assistance partners.

    All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR’s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

    Duties

    Stay abreast of political, social, economic and cultural developments that have an impact on the protection environment.
    Consistently apply International and National Law and applicable UN/UNHCR and IASC policy, standards and codes of conduct.
    Assist in providing comments on existing and draft legislation related to PoC.
    Provide advice on protection issues to PoC; liaise with competent authorities to ensure the issuance of personal and other relevant documentation.
    Assist in conducting eligibility and status determination for PoC.
    Contribute to measures to identify, prevent and reduce statelessness.
    Contribute to a country-level child protection plan as part of the protection strategy.
    Contribute to a country-level education plan as part of the protection strategy.
    Monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all protection/solutions activities.
    Manage individual protection cases including those on GBV and child protection. Monitor, and intervene in cases of refoulement, expulsion and other protection incidents.
    Assist in identifying durable solutions for the largest possible number of PoC through voluntary repatriation, local integration and where appropriate, resettlement.
    Contribute to the design, implementation and evaluation of protection related AGD based programming with implementing and operational partners.
    Facilitate effective information management through the provision of disaggregated data on PoC and their problems.
    Participate in initiatives to capacitate authorities, relevant institutions and NGOs to strengthen national protection related legislation and procedures.
    Assist the supervisor in prioritizing PoC for interview, counselling and propose protection support for individual cases.
    Assist the supervisor with enforcing compliance of local implementing partners with global protection policies and standards of professional integrity in the delivery of protection services.
    Assit the supervisor with enforcing compliance with, and integrity of, all protection standard operating procedures.
    Submit individual payments request for PoC for approval.
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Education & Professional Work Experience

    Years of Experience / Degree Level

    For G6 – 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher

    Field(s) of Education

    Not applicable

    Certificates and/or Licenses

    International Law, Political Science

    or other related field

    (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

    Relevant Job Experience

    Essential

    Not specified

    Desirable

    Protection Learning Programme
    Functional Skills
    IT-Computer Literacy
    CL-Protection & Solutions Awareness
    PR-Protection-related guidelines, standards and indicators
    PR-Refugee Protection Principles and Framework
    (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

    Language Requirements

    For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.

    For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.

    For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

    All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.

    As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

    This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

    Position Competencies

    Competencies as defined in Job Profile

    Core Competencies

    Accountability
    Communication
    Organizational Awareness
    Teamwork & Collaboration
    Commitment to Continuous Learning
    Client & Result Orientation
    Managerial Competencies
    Judgement and Decision Making

    Cross-Functional Competencies

    Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
    Political Awareness
    Stakeholder Management

    Language Requirements

    Please also note that English is essential for this Job Opening.

    Additional Information

    Please note that interview is mandatory, whereas written test may be conducted, if considered necessary.

    Apply via :

    public.msrp.unhcr.org

  • Global Grant Manager

    Global Grant Manager

    The Grant Manager (GM) collaborates with the Effective Philanthropy Group (EPG) and, where applicable, acts as an active member of a Portfolio team.
    You will work primarily in two Society portfolios Migration and Criminal Justice, to support the grant-making in their global programmes and stand-alone grants. For this global role, we are looking for a self-starter with a clear understanding of the grant-making cycle. This can be on the making or the receiving side. In this role, you will work closely with the two (global) Portfolio Managers (PFM), the (global) Programme Manager (PM), and the Portfolio teams in general.
    Key responsibilities
    Programme development and grant-making/management

    Supports and acts as a sounding board for the PFMs and the PM to define the strategic direction of programmes and for choosing partners and projects
    Supports the Programme Manager in developing and writing concept notes and programme plans within portfolio areas
    Is responsible for global grant-making in portfolios, primarily within the programmes (including presenting proposed grants/ updates to the Investment Committees)
    Supports the PM in coordinating effectively with regional colleagues involved in programme(s)

    Monitoring and evaluation

    Monitors developments in the sector to identify emerging trends, needs, gaps and opportunities
    Supports the PM in developing strong monitoring, evaluation and learning frameworks for the global programmes and grants and liaises with external MEL partners, with input from the PfMs and the EPG team
    Reviews progress reports and impact evaluations and monitors use of grant funds
    Supports the evaluation of impact, shares result and learnings internally and externally and applies learning for course-correction and future programmes

    Managing partners and external stakeholders

    Supports building and management of networks of implementing partners and grantees,
    Initiates screening of potential grantees (due diligence process)
    Is a strong networker, takes partners’ relationships to the next level to shape future programming; engages with new partners of various profiles
    Together with the PFMs and the PM, supports the representation of programme(s) in external forums

    Internal collaboration / processes

    Ensures adherence to the corresponding Porticus workflow processes; ensures compliance to Porticus due diligence and protection policies
    Contributes to interregional engagement and collaboration by actively supporting Porticus as a Learning Organisation, by sharing knowledge, sharing experiences with teams and fostering own development
    Is part of the learning communities for the two portfolios

    Experience and skills

    Several years of experience in philanthropic grant-making, project cycle management and implementation, either on the making or receiving side.
    Expertise in the areas of Migration and/or Criminal Justice is preferred
    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
    Excellent research, M&E, analysis and writing skills
    Strong networking skills
    Strong ability to condense complex ideas and concepts into easily understandable summaries
    Excellent English skills in writing, speaking and understanding
    Solid IT skills, such as office 365 and Salesforce (CRM)

    Additional information

    APPLICATION DEADLINE: please apply through our website before August 31st 2021.
    A valid work permit for any one of the countries where Porticus has a regional office is required
    An (online) assessment can be part of the recruitment process.
    Reference checks are part of the final hiring procedure.
    We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

    Apply via :

    www.porticus.com

  • Head of Practical Action Consulting

    Head of Practical Action Consulting

    ABOUT THE ROLE
    The Head of Practical Action Consulting (PAC) plays a leadership role within the Regional Management Team and is accountable for overseeing and growing the overall operation of PAC in Kenya, Rwanda and the East Africa Region.
    In East Africa, Practical Action Consulting works directly in Kenya and Rwanda with potential for extending consultancy work to other neighboring countries. This is a regional role that covers our work across these Countries and others where relevant.
    Across all our work, we aim to achieve impact at scale using our Framework for Change. This involves an in-depth analysis of the nature, scale and source of the challenge, defining the change we want to bring about in the system and in people’s lives and using our three pathways to demonstrate what works, learn and use knowledge and evidence to inspire others to adopt similar approaches.
    Practical Action Consulting is a consulting business model that provides technical assistance, research and evidence work and capacity building at sub-national, national and regional levels.
    The Head of PAC will lead a team of consultants/ Advisors to:

    Secure funding for appropriate consultancy initiatives that are aligned to the Group’s overall Strategic Business Plan in the region and respond to client requirements.
    Ensure the implementation of high quality, professional, influential consultancy projects, on time, within budget and in line with client and internal requirements.
    Ensure strong business management, including risk mitigation and forward planning
    Build and maintain strategic relations with key clients
    Ensure business viability of PAC
    Coordinate and collaborate on all areas above together with colleagues in the NGO.

    SCOPE
    Reporting to: Regional Director- East Africa
    Direct reports Relationships :PAC Advisors, Internally with other relevant departments, externally with partners, Government, Clients and Private Sector.

    Grade: 8
    Travel requirements: Moderate
    ACCOUNTABILITIES
    Leadership and Strategic Alignment

    Lead, manage and mentor a high performing team of internal and external consultants ensuring effective use of time.
    Recruit and retain high caliber consultants, both as staff and on a roster who are able to deliver.
    Foster and encourage joined-up ways of working with other teams in the region.
    Build team capability on the consultancy model and especially on best practices in quality, timely delivery and client management.
    Actively contribute to the development of annual Strategic Business Plans, including problem analyses, definition/refinement of change ambitions and definition of pathways. Specifically, work with thematic leads and the RMT to define how the PAC business model best contributes to the change ambitions and ensure that structures, ways of working and funding opportunities enable us to leverage PAC in this way.
    Regularly coordinate with Impact & Influence Team to track, document and learn from how PAC assignments are contributing to change ambitions, especially in areas of generating evidence and learning, influencing, building relationships and extending the reach of our work.
    Contribute to quarterly internal reports highlighting how PAC is contributing to change ambitions.
    Adhering to and promoting our Code of Conduct and related policies including the Safeguarding policy and guidelines while ensuring that these are embedded in team culture and well modelled by others (Practical Action staff, partners, beneficiaries and all persons that you will come in contact with while acting on behalf of Practical Action). Also, promote the reporting structures for receiving complaints and respond to concerns appropriately within the policy.

    Strengthening Profile, Generating Funding and Managing Relationships

    Build and nurture effective networking and relationships with clients, positioning PAC as a strong contender that is able to leverage learning from the NGO and beyond, provide regional and global expertise and contribute to national and regional level change.
    Work closely with the Business Development team to identify, track and respond to consultancy opportunities, building a strong and healthy PAC pipeline that ensures business viability and growth.
    Develop a strong understanding of the competitive environment in which PAC is operating and, with the Head of Business Development, position PAC to grow the business
    Provide technical and operational capability in the development of high quality bids (expressions of interest and full proposals), responsive to client requirements are submitted on time.
    With the Business Development team, keep abreast of and analyze developing trends in consulting to identify, understand and monitor donor/client strategies and priorities that align with ours.
    Develop an effective professional business development and marketing strategy for growing our PAC business, in a way that maximizes our impact and ensures healthy profit.

    Delivering Quality

    Ensure that consultancies are delivered on time, to a very high quality standard, within agreed financial parameters and in line with the client’s requirements.
    Ensure that the PAC businesses in East Africa are effectively managed and are compliant with statutory and other regulations and requirements in all their operations, including in their financial management and reporting obligations (in conjunction with the Finance Team).
    Build channels for cross-learning between PAC assignments and our programmatic work to support our overall Change Ambitions.
    Ensure a viable business model for PAC, in collaboration with the Regional Director and the Head of PAC, Global.
    With the regional and UK communications teams and PAC UK, ensure our Consulting work is understood and well positioned in the market, including with bigger consulting companies, clients, business entities and more traditional donors.
    Represent PAC at multiple levels in the region.

    PERSON PROFILE
    To be successful in the role, the ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
     
    Experience & Knowledge

    At least ten (10) years’ experience in senior management in a variety of contexts with demonstrable experience in the innovation and implementation of short and long term consultancy assignments.
    Project management experience: project development, coordinating and managing project associates and teams, project control and monitoring, financial planning and control and liaising with and reporting to clients/donors.

    Essential

    Post-graduate qualifications in business management, CSR, value chains or any form inclusive market development is desirable.
    Additional training courses in international development and experience in consulting, project design and management are an advantage.
    Significant Thematic experience ideally in either Climate change, Energy or Agriculture and expertise in any form of inclusive market development (value chains, M4P, PMSD, pro-poor market development, etc.) preferably in developing countries and in professional environments for poverty reduction is mandatory.
    Experience in knowledge management and organizational learning, and/or M&E.
    Strategic management experience: (strategic analysis, decision making and planning for organizations and programs) and strategy implementation (leadership and change management, and organizational development).
    Management of diverse teams inspiring high performance and delivery.

    Desirable

    A team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills – able to listen to others, to identify and share important/key information and to influence others in the uptake of new or adapted approaches.
    Clear understanding of gender issues and their implications on project delivery
    Experience working in an international NGO environment is desirable.

    Interested applicants should submit their applications, including an updated CV with a cover letter via email to: recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke not later than 20th August 2021 indicating Head of PAC on the email subject line. At Practical Action, we treat all applications for employment on their merits and do not take into consideration any factors that are not relevant to the job such as disability, race, age, religion, gender, gender reassignment or sexual orientation. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks. The successful applicant must have the pre-existing right to both live and work in Kenya.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke

  • Senior Knowledge Analyst Knowledge Expert – Aid and Trade

    Senior Knowledge Analyst Knowledge Expert – Aid and Trade

    WHAT YOU’LL DO
    As a Senior Knowledge Analyst (SKA) within BCG’s Public Sector Practice Area, you will help deliver and execute on highly impactful donor-funded international development projects in low and middle-income countries. You will collaborate and partner in a growing global team, providing industry expertise and insights for specific development topics, including economic development, healthcare, education as well as climate. You will serve as a thought partner by helping project teams ramp up with sector specific knowledge, and structure complex project research needs.
    You will be primarily staffed on client projects in a deep engagement model as a member of the project team, utilizing unique knowledge assets and providing thought partnership on your development topic area, including

    Delivering original analysis and customized insights in client projects by leveraging specific experience or knowledge assets (products, tools, data, workshops, frameworks, surveys, domain-specific data and related expertise, etc.)
    Supporting Clients achieve project objectives under the guidance of a Project Leader who frames the interventions within the broader project context

    You will use time between cases for:

    Productizing and creating IP contributions, e.g. bringing back insights and experiences from project into the specific knowledge asset
    Education: providing insights to consulting and knowledge teams to nurture the expertise and knowledge within BCG
    Asset development: helping develop the assets which will help BCG win work in your development topic area (e.g. project references, expressions of interest, proposals etc)

    BCG’s Public Sector practice is one of BCG’s fastest growing practices. Our Development Impact work collaborates with donors, foundations, NGOs, Governments and the private sector to create sustainable impact for society, nations and businesses, delivering 450+ projects annually. We do this by drawing upon our deep thematic expertise in sectors such as economic development, climate, health and education; our global capacity of 21,000 staff, including leaders in their field; our in-market knowledge and presence across Africa and Asia, drawing upon our 90 offices worldwide; and our proprietary tools and approaches, with world-leading analytics, digital, change management and capacity building capabilities.    
    YOU’RE GOOD AT

    Operating comfortably in a client-facing role, managing demanding internal and external clients in a positive, service-oriented way, building strong relationships and demonstrating adaptability to bring value to teams at all stages of business development and case work
    Working collaboratively and effectively in a group dynamic of local and remote teams around the world
    Applying deep topic/sector expertise when building and deploying a product/ tool/ data, taking different client contexts into account
    Strong analytical and problem solving skills with a high capacity for conceptual and strategic/end-to-end thinking
    Managing and communicating with senior internal stakeholders as well as external clients, demonstrating the ability to present and engage your audience effectively
    Telling a structured, clear and visually engaging story and creating impactful intellectual property that will build on our knowledge base
    Prioritizing workload including through transparent discussion with senior stakeholders, operating with autonomy to execute on the planned priorities
    Working flexibly, in an ever changing and complex environment, bringing a curious and creative mindset, demonstrating an openness and drive for purposing new and innovative ideas, and being comfortable with ambiguity and navigating a fast-paced environment

    YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)

    Bachelor degree required, advanced degree preferred, with demonstrated high academic achievement in one of economics, health, political science, environment and sustainability, or related areas
    1-2+ years of consulting experience in donor-funded public sector consulting and busienss development; candidates with consulting experience strongly preferred
    In lieu of consulting experience, 2+ years minimum industry experience required; 3-6+ years of industry experience strongly preferred
    Strong project management and implementation experience on FCDO, USAID and / or donor funded projects in developing countries
    Technical expertise in at least one of the relevant areas (economic development, healthcare, education, climate etc.), preferably with experience working within government policy and program development or delivery
    Excellent written and verbal communication (English at proficiency level required)
    Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholder while working in a global collaborative team environment
    Strong business acumen and problem-solving capabilities​​​​​​​

    YOU’LL WORK WITH
    As a Client Focus KT, you will work face to face with clients and with BCG Project Leaders, Associates and Consultants. In the period between cases, you will collaborate with global topic leads and colleagues across BCG to bring expertise and capabilities to the service of our internal and external clients. Our team is made up a diverse pool of knowledge positions that allow us to pursue exciting, innovative knowledge career.

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  • Consultant to Review and Train on Child Protection Policy in Transmara, Narok County

    Consultant to Review and Train on Child Protection Policy in Transmara, Narok County

    Purpose of the assignment
    Child protection is an integral part of Kakenya’s Dream (KD) work; respecting the dignity of all children and keeping them safe is one of the foundational principles that the organization upholds. Child protection reflects the universal ‘fundamental duty of care’ that the organization owes children and the vulnerable that we interact with in the course of fulfilling our mission. Kakenya’s Dream is committed to keeping children safe from abuse through awareness raising, prevention, responding and reporting by implementing a child protection policy. We believe that every child has the right to protection, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and whether or not they have a disability.
    It is in this regard that the organization is planning for a child protection training targeting staff aimed at raising the awareness of staff on the importance and relevance of protection and safeguarding.
    3. Key areas of responsibility and deliverables;
    a. Review, refine based on research and benchmarking, and finalizing a written child protection policy for KD. The developed policy should:

    Identify vulnerable population in the KD programs’ scope
    Identify the context wherein KD operates and child protection opportunities
    Identify and define risks to vulnerable populations that may arise from the KD programs’ implementation
    Highlight the categories of staff, consultants and partners that the policy shall apply to
    Suggest an internal and external procedure for confidential reporting and addressing child protection violations

    b. Develop a framework for staff capacity development on implementing the child protection policy. The framework should

    Review the existing HR provisions relevant to child protection to establish compliance with safe recruitment, induction and training of all staff on child protection
    Suggest internal designated child protection officers

    c. Develop clear procedures to prevent and respond to child protection violations. The procedures should speak to:

    Risk assessment framework and scope of application
    Review the KD Human Resources policy gaps in sync with the proposed policy and recommend amendments (specifying the framing of the amendments)
    Complaints’ procedure to report, record, and respond to allegations of violation of child protection.
    A disciplinary procedure for both internal (staff and consultants) and partners
    Communications strategy for KD downstream partners

    d. Develop a policy implementation accountability framework. The framework should among other things:

    Specify the monitoring of the implementation of the policy
    Specify the review framework including the rationale for review, period and circumstances
    Specify the components necessary for annual review (Internal KD policy review guidelines)
    Specify the top management culture necessary for implementing the child protection policy

    e. Develop pre- and post-training evaluation tools. This tool will enhance the establishment of existing capacities before training as well as evaluating learning outcomes after the training.

    Please submit your technical and financial proposal detailing your interpretation of the terms of reference and methodology for carrying out the assignment, expression of interest, work plan including proposed timeline, a brief capabilities statement and 3 references; to Kakenya’s Dream, via email to jobs@kakenyasdream.org on or before close of business on 30th August, 2021Timeframe and Considerations;

    Apply via :

    jobs@kakenyasdream.org