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  • Impact and Learning Lead

    Impact and Learning Lead

    In this role, your key accountabilities will be:
    Thought leadership

    Support Hub and Save the Children to define and operational concepts such as ‘transformational’ and ‘value add’ partnerships and ESG in its strategy. Socialise these concepts with teams across departments and divisions within SCUK and the Save the Children movement.
    Identify promising opportunities to partner with business to drive forward these priorities, particularly around ESG and innovative financing models.
    Lead the development of business benefits measurements, including contribution towards ESG ratings.
    Work across SCUK departments and divisions, and wider Save the Children movement, to understand and connect what the Hub and others are doing in the space of business partnerships. Socialise and create buy in for key concepts and strategies.
    Effectively convey and translate complex technical research and evaluation concepts in an easy-to-understand way to a wide range of stakeholders.

    Technical leadership for new and existing business partnership impact and learning, particularly during programme design/development stage

    During programme design stage, ensure programmes are designed for impact by facilitating in-person and online theory of change processes/workshops with multiple stakeholders, to identify outcomes at multiple levels and assumptions, and that draw on existing research and learning.
    During the programme design stage, support staff to identify an appropriate methodology for evaluating impact, embedding these in programme design and budget and ensuring impact measurements are aligned to partner’s needs.
    For new and existing partnerships, provide strategic leadership (within SCUK and Save movement) on the design of robust impact and learning frameworks that reflect the programme theory of change
    Ensure that implementation of these frameworks is harmonised and consistently applied across countries and programmes.
    Commission and manage independent evaluations as needed which assess the overall impact, value for money and/or added value of business partnerships.
    Lead the design and support the implementation of process evaluations for adaptive project management and prototyping processes in innovative programmes.
    Lead effective lesson learning and knowledge transfer workshops during the programme life-cycle, ensuring evidence emerging from our partnerships is being used to strengthen implementation and increase impact for children.

    Ongoing technical leadership for (GSK and Sanofi specific) impact, learning and research.

    Work with programme managers and country teams to measure, document and clearly articulate impact to the partnership. This includes leading on regular KPI reporting and repackaging this information for different audiences.
    Develop new research, commission evaluations, and ensure that learning generated is effectively disseminated and integrate into the design of current and future programmes.
    Manage relationships with academic partners, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and the quality of research outputs.
    Lead the design and implementation of effective global impact and learning systems for new GSK and Sanofi programmes

    Line manage and build the capacity of colleagues to design and implement impact and learning best practice

    Responsible for line-managing 1-2 MEAL/Impact colleagues, supporting them in their work and nurturing their professional development.
    Identify and address capacity gaps within Hub and SCUK, by providing bespoke training and ongoing mentoring and support, and developing job aids.

    About you

    This role is ideal for a person with substantial expertise in research and evaluation within a development context, who is interested in leading global research studies, and in creating strategic impact and learning systems. You should be able to think outside the box, comfortable taking initiative and working flexibly. You must also be adept at navigating complex relationships across large global organisations and thrive working in a collaborative environment.

    To be successful, it is important that you have:

    Experience working in or with business to develop innovative private-public partnerships, including shared value partnerships, strategic Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships, and/or multi-sector collaboratives (e.g., between business, foundations, institutional donors, and/or specialized funding institutions).
    A deep understanding of corporate societal engagement and business’ motivating factors to partner with NGOs, including an advanced understanding of shared value and CSR.
    Direct experience of designing and implementing research and programme evaluations as well as partnership impact frameworks, including strong analytical skills and a deep understanding and experience applying a range of quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation methods.
    Significant experience in designing and managing the implementation of monitoring and evaluation plans and tools in a complex NGO/Private sector type programmes specifically.
    Knowledge of the methodological challenges involved in producing and assuring the quality of data and application of innovative methods and approaches to meet internal and external client needs.
    Ability to assimilate complex data and technical research and evaluation reports synthesising key strategic insights in a way which is accessible and actionable for partners as well as SCUK and CO colleagues.
    Substantial practical experience in monitoring and evaluation capacity building and training and distance technical support.
    Strong proven ability to support and build capacity of staff and effectively lead teams.
    Excellent at facilitating workshops and bringing together a variety of expertise around a common problem.
    Excellent leadership and collaborative skills with a proven ability to work with colleagues to set a strategic vision, inspire others to support and deliver the vision and secure cross-team engagement for delivery.
    Outstanding influencing skills, with a proven ability to influence peers and senior colleagues through the building of cross-organisational relationships and mobilisation of support for key issues. Demonstration of an ability to influence beyond authority will be an asset.
    Master’s degree or higher in international development, health, business, or related field.

    Apply via :

    jobs.savethechildren.org.uk

  • Secondary Education Coordinator

    Secondary Education Coordinator

    Job Function

    Reporting to the Project Director, the Education Coordinator will provide guidance to field-based education team on common standards, innovative strategies and approaches which ensure a capacity to address JRS’ commitments for children in development and reflect good practice in developmental education responses.

    Duties and responsibilities of Secondary Education Coordinator
    The individual recruited for this position will be expected to carry out the following duties:

    Responsible for coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of education activities in collaboration with education staff and partners
    Provision of adequate and timely technical guidance, supervision, capacity building and management support
    Promote quality delivery of secondary education programme.
    Promote community self-management in relation to the running of pre-primary, primary and secondary schools
    Forge good working relations with Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, County Education Department and education partners through consultative fora and educational management engagements for purposes of ensuring quality assurance and standards and oversight.
    Embrace the use of NEMIS and EMIS to help the education sector to track accurate and real-time information on learners, schools and learning institutions.
    Develop and/or Implement education programmes in line with Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE) standards and the child protection systems approach
    Facilitate inter-sectoral linkages with child protection, SGBV, gender, community services, livelihoods, environment, shelter and health, among others.
    Coordinate with Education networks and ensure that refugee education interests are understood and included in relevant policies and initiatives (SNE, ALP, Innovation ICT, among others).
    Undertake initiatives to build the capacity of communities and persons of concern to assert their right to education and access to quality education.
    Promote and participate in initiatives to capacitate staff, BoM’s, PTA’s among other relevant groups to strengthen access to quality, certified education for refugees and host community
    Identify and promote education activities that support durable solutions through voluntary repatriation, local integration and where appropriate, resettlement.
    Participate in Education sector meetings
    Monitor day-to-day education activities to ensure best practices and standards are adhered to.
    Strengthening project staff, community, and partner in education management capacity.
    Carry out the Needs Assessment for the education programme and the preparation of the education proposals and reports in collaboration with the Project Director.
    Design and coordinate training activities for the JRS education programme (like teacher/instructor trainings).
    Keep an inventory of materials procured and supplied to schools.
    Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, mid-year, and annual reports to the Project Director.
    Together with the education department, ensure effective teaching and learning takes place in all partner schools by participating in joint regular monitoring visits and inspections.
    Identify capacity gaps and plans for remedy in education department.
    Responsible for the management of all education data

    Qualifications

    A degree in education or related field preferred
    5 years of proven experience in effective and efficient management of education with high quality outputs.
    At least three years of experience managing program staff and implementation in the field with experience in education preferred
    Proven knowledge of Kenya Education systems and rich networks with Key MOE officials.
    Ability to motivate staff and students to perform maximally and a good team-player.
    Excellent planning, analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills.
    Understanding of data collection and analysis and documentation of results
    Proven ability to manage and control finances, track project expenditure, prepare and guide department staff on budget forecast and expenditure levels.
    Has good report writing skills
    Understanding of humanitarian, development and protection standards and their application in the field.
    Superior writing skills, including proven ability to conceive and write grant proposals and donor reports.
    Mastery of office software (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point) required.
    Able and willing to live, work, travel in fast-paced and environment adhering to strict security guidelines.
    Good understanding of the area of operation is an added advantage

    Core values and ethics

    Commitment to JRS’s mission, vision, and values; ability to convey with enthusiasm JRS’s role in accompanying and serving forcibly displaced people and to advocate for their right to protection and a life in dignity
    High integrity, honesty, and confidentiality; ability to deal tactfully and discreetly with people, situations, and information
    Acceptance of diversity and inclusion as a core value

    Terms and Conditions

    Contract is for One year, renewable, with an initial probationary period of Three months. The JRS remuneration policy is aligned with the JRS ethos to offer effective and professional services and at the same time express solidarity with the people served.

    Apply via :

    docs.google.com

  • Junior Graphics Kernel Engineer – Ubuntu Linux Engineering Manager, App Stores Backend

    Junior Graphics Kernel Engineer – Ubuntu Linux Engineering Manager, App Stores Backend

    What your day will look like

    Maintain the NVidia graphics drivers and package new releases
    Take personal responsibility for the delivery of graphics drivers
    Patch the kernel driver to work against the latest Ubuntu kernel
    Enhance and maintain Ubuntu’s additions to the NVidia settings panel
    Maintain Ubuntu’s tools for hardware detection and driver installation
    Diagnose and resolve issues reported by customers and the community
    Collaborate regularly and proactively with a globally distributed team
    Work closely with external silicon, cloud, or hardware manufacturer delivery teams on bleeding edge platforms

    What we are looking for in you

    Well-organized, self-starting and able to deliver to fixed schedules
    Demonstrated ability to present oneself in a professional manner when interacting with colleagues, business partners, and the open source community
    Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and oral
    Programming experience in C, with Python and Bash scripting
    Solid background with git
    Knowledge of the Linux kernel and kernel subsystems would be a plus
    Demonstrated experience with kernel patching and debugging is also highly regarded
    Prior experience with Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging would be highly regarded

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    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  

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  • Gender Justice Technical Lead

    Gender Justice Technical Lead

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    Provide technical leadership on women’s rights and gender justice, including policy advice, program strategy, and thought leadership at both international and regional levels.
    Develop and implement organizational strategies for women’s rights and gender justice programs, taking into account the diverse contexts of different regions.
    Engage in advocacy and external representation on women’s rights and gender justice issues at national, regional, and international levels.
    Contribute to resource mobilization efforts and maintain donor relations for international and regional projects
    Oversee the project management, monitoring, and reporting of women’s rights initiatives in international and regional contexts.
    Conduct project assessments, evaluations, and reviews to ensure effective implementation across diverse regions.
    Manage network members, partners, and stakeholders involved in women’s rights projects at international and regional levels.
    Facilitate capacity development activities and knowledge sharing among network members and partners in different regions.
    Engage in advocacy and external representation on women’s rights and gender justice issues at national, regional, and international levels.
    Ensure compliance with donor requirements and budget management for diverse regional projects.
    Facilitate capacity development activities and knowledge sharing among network members and partners in different regions.
    Ensure compliance with donor requirements and budget management for diverse regional projects.

    Academic Qualifications & Certifications

    Masters in social sciences, development studies, gender, human rights, or related field.
    Trainings on Gender / Women’s Rights
    Training in project management, Monitoring and Evaluation Essential experience, Skills and Knowledge
    At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in women’s rights, gender justice, and women’s empowerment programs, At least 5 years leading similar international and regional projects is Mandatory
    Strong partnership development skills and experience in advocacy at various levels, including international and regional platforms is mandatory
    Demonstrated ability in project management, monitoring, and evaluation in diverse regional settings.
    Familiarity with faith-based approaches and working with faith-based actors is advantageous.
    Excellent communication and writing skills in English. Knowledge of another international language (French or Arabic) is highly desirable for effective engagement with diverse regional partners. Proactive and innovative mindset with a focus on achieving impactful outcomes.
    Experience in resource mobilization and fundraising is preferred.
    Experience working in multicultural, multilingual, and multidisciplinary environment

    Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and cover letter) to HR@faithtoactionetwork.org by August 4, 2023.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Faith to Action Network is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce including gender, Nationality, cultural and religious diversity.

    Apply via :

    HR@faithtoactionetwork.org

  • Director, Licensing, Standards, Advocacy and Public Education

    Director, Licensing, Standards, Advocacy and Public Education

    Job Specification:
    Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: 

    Co-ordinate the determination of standards for water service provision including assetdevelopment and management, water quality, tariffs, governance, and complaints handling;
    Co-ordinate the licensing of water services providers; 
    Co-ordinate the evaluation of the pricing for water; 
    Oversee independent review or analysis of water and waste water quality reports; 
    Liaise with communication team on dissemination of engineering regulations, rules, and standards to targeted users; 
    Undertake engineering data and information verification and analysis;
    Review all water and sanitation engineer, inspector, contractors, and system operator license applications and approve license issuance; 
    Facilitate effective engagement with various stakeholders to build good will and create enabling environment for water service provision;
    Develop a model memorandum of articles of association to be used by WSPs (x) Stipulate instances and terms for take-over of WSP by WWDA;
    Undertake the development of criteria and guidelines for the establishment of water consumer groups; 
    Support the establishment, roll out and active voluntary participation of water consumer groups in relevant key activities in water service regulation;
    Liaises with communication team on dissemination of institutional operational and capacity building regulations, rules, and standards to targeted users; 
    Ensure reporting on work done into the reporting structures in the Board on a monthly; quarterly or annual basis; 
    Play a senior leadership role in bringing the WASREB internal community along to support the outputs delivered by developing effective and strategic relationships;
    Develop strategies and tools for improving customer services in the sector; (xvii) Promote stakeholder/public participation in the provision of water services; (xviii) Create and manage platforms for engagement with stakeholders; 
    Develop and implement collaborative arrangements and networking with stakeholders; 
    Play a senior leadership role in bringing external stakeholders along with the WASREB 
    through open, professional, and proactive engagement and with enforcement partners in relation to specific cases; 
    Build a highly effective team, by leading, managing and motivating staff and by directing and coaching them where appropriate, so that they achieve excellence in delivery; 
    Take responsibility for the reports emerging from the Directorate and all documentation sent to the CEO; 
    Coordinate the Directorate’s budgeting and Cost containment within the budget; 
    Manage the skills development for staff to ensure that training needs are properly identified and appropriate training is arranged; 
    Manage and conduct performance management reviews for the Directorate;
    Work closely with departmental heads to develop goals and initiatives; (xxvii) Ensure quality control of work; 
    Liaise with stakeholders on financial sustainability of water utilities; 
    Responsible for physical assets assigned by the Board; 
    Plans & assigns the work to subordinates; 
    Monitors subordinates work performance; and 
    Appraises/evaluates subordinates’ performance

    Persons Specifications:

    Master’s Degree in Law, Engineering, Business Administration, or a relevant field from arecognized institution 
    Bachelor’s degree in either Law, Engineering, Economics, Sciences, or any other relevant 
    field from a recognized institution 
    Membership of a professional body and in good standing; 
    Leadership course lasting not less four (4) weeks; 
    Twelve (12) years Relevant work experience with five (5) years in Senior Management; 
    Meet the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

    Key Competencies and Skills:

    Communicating with impact; 
    Leading and managing people; 
    Applying technical expertise; 
    Planning and organizing; 
    Managing performance; 
    Budgeting and resource management; 
    Customer and stakeholder orientation;
    Formulating policy and strategies; 
    Leading and managing change;
    Leading and managing programmes; 
    Initiating and deciding actions
    Strategic visioning and innovative thinking; 
    Coaching and mentoring; 
    Relating and networking; and 
    IT Proficiency

    All applications must be accompanied by a copy of the National Identity Card, detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of all relevant academic and professional certificates and should be addressed to:The Chief Executive Officer,Water Services Regulatory Board,P.O. Box 41621- 00100,NAIROBISo as to be received not later than 23.59 hours on Tuesday 11th July 2023.  Due to the threat caused by COVID –19, the applications should be submitted only through electronic means. They should be sent via email to recruitments@wasreb.go.ke with only ‘POSITION APPLIED FOR’ as the subject line.WASREB is an equal opportunity employer and women, youth and peoples living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

    Apply via :

    recruitments@wasreb.go.ke

  • Gender Justice Technical Lead

    Gender Justice Technical Lead

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    Provide technical leadership on women’s rights and gender justice, including policy advice, program strategy, and thought leadership at both international and regional levels.
    Develop and implement organizational strategies for women’s rights and gender justice programs, taking into account the diverse contexts of different regions.
    Engage in advocacy and external representation on women’s rights and gender justice issues at national, regional, and international levels.
    Contribute to resource mobilization efforts and maintain donor relations for international and regional projects
    Oversee the project management, monitoring, and reporting of women’s rights initiatives in international and regional contexts.
    Conduct project assessments, evaluations, and reviews to ensure effective implementation across diverse regions.
    Manage network members, partners, and stakeholders involved in women’s rights projects at international and regional levels.
    Facilitate capacity development activities and knowledge sharing among network members and partners in different regions.
    Engage in advocacy and external representation on women’s rights and gender justice issues at national, regional, and international levels.
    Ensure compliance with donor requirements and budget management for diverse regional projects.
    Facilitate capacity development activities and knowledge sharing among network members and partners in different regions.
    Ensure compliance with donor requirements and budget management for diverse regional projects.

    Academic Qualifications & Certifications

    Masters in social sciences, development studies, gender, human rights, or related field.
    Trainings on Gender / Women’s Rights
    Training in project management, Monitoring and Evaluation Essential experience, Skills and Knowledge
    At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in women’s rights, gender justice, and women’s empowerment programs, At least 5 years leading similar international and regional projects is Mandatory
    Strong partnership development skills and experience in advocacy at various levels, including international and regional platforms is mandatory
    Demonstrated ability in project management, monitoring, and evaluation in diverse regional settings.
    Familiarity with faith-based approaches and working with faith-based actors is advantageous.
    Excellent communication and writing skills in English. Knowledge of another international language (French or Arabic) is highly desirable for effective engagement with diverse regional partners. Proactive and innovative mindset with a focus on achieving impactful outcomes.
    Experience in resource mobilization and fundraising is preferred.
    Experience working in multicultural, multilingual, and multidisciplinary environment

    Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and cover letter) to HR@faithtoactionetwork.org by August 4, 2023.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Faith to Action Network is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce including gender, Nationality, cultural and religious diversity.

    Apply via :

    HR@faithtoactionetwork.org

  • Director, Licensing, Standards, Advocacy and Public Education

    Director, Licensing, Standards, Advocacy and Public Education

    Job Specification:
    Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: 

    Co-ordinate the determination of standards for water service provision including assetdevelopment and management, water quality, tariffs, governance, and complaints handling;
    Co-ordinate the licensing of water services providers; 
    Co-ordinate the evaluation of the pricing for water; 
    Oversee independent review or analysis of water and waste water quality reports; 
    Liaise with communication team on dissemination of engineering regulations, rules, and standards to targeted users; 
    Undertake engineering data and information verification and analysis;
    Review all water and sanitation engineer, inspector, contractors, and system operator license applications and approve license issuance; 
    Facilitate effective engagement with various stakeholders to build good will and create enabling environment for water service provision;
    Develop a model memorandum of articles of association to be used by WSPs (x) Stipulate instances and terms for take-over of WSP by WWDA;
    Undertake the development of criteria and guidelines for the establishment of water consumer groups; 
    Support the establishment, roll out and active voluntary participation of water consumer groups in relevant key activities in water service regulation;
    Liaises with communication team on dissemination of institutional operational and capacity building regulations, rules, and standards to targeted users; 
    Ensure reporting on work done into the reporting structures in the Board on a monthly; quarterly or annual basis; 
    Play a senior leadership role in bringing the WASREB internal community along to support the outputs delivered by developing effective and strategic relationships;
    Develop strategies and tools for improving customer services in the sector; (xvii) Promote stakeholder/public participation in the provision of water services; (xviii) Create and manage platforms for engagement with stakeholders; 
    Develop and implement collaborative arrangements and networking with stakeholders; 
    Play a senior leadership role in bringing external stakeholders along with the WASREB 
    through open, professional, and proactive engagement and with enforcement partners in relation to specific cases; 
    Build a highly effective team, by leading, managing and motivating staff and by directing and coaching them where appropriate, so that they achieve excellence in delivery; 
    Take responsibility for the reports emerging from the Directorate and all documentation sent to the CEO; 
    Coordinate the Directorate’s budgeting and Cost containment within the budget; 
    Manage the skills development for staff to ensure that training needs are properly identified and appropriate training is arranged; 
    Manage and conduct performance management reviews for the Directorate;
    Work closely with departmental heads to develop goals and initiatives; (xxvii) Ensure quality control of work; 
    Liaise with stakeholders on financial sustainability of water utilities; 
    Responsible for physical assets assigned by the Board; 
    Plans & assigns the work to subordinates; 
    Monitors subordinates work performance; and 
    Appraises/evaluates subordinates’ performance

    Persons Specifications:

    Master’s Degree in Law, Engineering, Business Administration, or a relevant field from arecognized institution 
    Bachelor’s degree in either Law, Engineering, Economics, Sciences, or any other relevant 
    field from a recognized institution 
    Membership of a professional body and in good standing; 
    Leadership course lasting not less four (4) weeks; 
    Twelve (12) years Relevant work experience with five (5) years in Senior Management; 
    Meet the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

    Key Competencies and Skills:

    Communicating with impact; 
    Leading and managing people; 
    Applying technical expertise; 
    Planning and organizing; 
    Managing performance; 
    Budgeting and resource management; 
    Customer and stakeholder orientation;
    Formulating policy and strategies; 
    Leading and managing change;
    Leading and managing programmes; 
    Initiating and deciding actions
    Strategic visioning and innovative thinking; 
    Coaching and mentoring; 
    Relating and networking; and 
    IT Proficiency

    All applications must be accompanied by a copy of the National Identity Card, detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of all relevant academic and professional certificates and should be addressed to:The Chief Executive Officer,Water Services Regulatory Board,P.O. Box 41621- 00100,NAIROBISo as to be received not later than 23.59 hours on Tuesday 11th July 2023.  Due to the threat caused by COVID –19, the applications should be submitted only through electronic means. They should be sent via email to recruitments@wasreb.go.ke with only ‘POSITION APPLIED FOR’ as the subject line.WASREB is an equal opportunity employer and women, youth and peoples living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

    Apply via :

    recruitments@wasreb.go.ke

  • Resource Mobilization Manager

    Resource Mobilization Manager

    Reporting to the Country Manager, the Resource Mobilization Manager will lead efforts in Kenya to cultivate and nurture relationships with funders, prospective funders, partner organizations, and governments. This position plays a critical role, working in partnership with the U.S. development team and the President, to secure between $2.5M-$3M annually and representing the organization in Kenya. This position is based in Nairobi but it is expected that the individual in this position will travel to the field office located in Transmara West, Narok County, approximately every other month for two-three days at a time, to meet and coordinate with the program staff.
    Fundraising & Stewardship

    In partnership with the U.S. director of development, design and implement, a fundraising strategy targeting prospective foundation and corporate donors.

    Research, prospecting and identification of new foundations and corporations that will support the organization and our programs.
    Prepare and draft grant applications and reports to funders, and maintain deadlines to meet goals and reporting requirements.

    Manage the cultivation process of major donors and other prospects based in Kenya and East Africa, and actively seek opportunities to deepen relationships with funding partners
    Attend fundraising-related meetings with the County Manager and/or President to ensure meeting notes are captured and action items are collected and assigned appropriately following meetings/events.
    Serve as the primary staff liaison whenever donors, high-level guests, or volunteers come to visit. This includes making logistical arrangements, developing an agenda for the meeting/program, conducting briefings, and coordinating with other staff and teachers as necessary to ensure a successful donor visit. Following the visit, ensure that any relevant feedback or next steps/actions are logged in the appropriate tracking documents and that any follow-up is handled in a timely manner.
    With support from the communications and development departments, lead the conceptualization and implementation of a series of events in celebration of the organization’s 15-year anniversary (slated for 2024).

    Operations & Reporting

    Liaise with the program team and accounting to develop draft proposals, ensure funding is being spent down according to grant requirements and timeline, and to draft comprehensive reports that meet grant requirements while also positioning the organization in the best light.
    In collaboration with the U.S. director of development and the accounting team, provide the necessary information to update and maintain development trackers to closely monitor progress on revenue goals.
    Assist the U.S. development team in maintaining the development calendar and donor folders with relevant dates for solicitations and applications; correspondence and notes; renewals; and reports.
    Work with the U.S. director of development to develop processes that contribute to the department’s efficiency and workflow maintenance.

    Stakeholder/Partnership Coordination and Representation

    Participate in relevant NGO activities and develop collaborative relationships with like-minded NGOs.
    Represents KD at appropriate conferences, community forums, meetings, and events where strategic development and relationship building is a priority.
    Devise ways to grow KD’s presence with new targeted influencers and audiences.
    Ensure that written reports, notes, information, learnings, and recommended next steps/actions, are shared with the appropriate staff and that any action items are completed in a timely manner.

    Government Relations

    Lead our organizational advocacy and outreach to the regional and national government officials/offices. Ensuring that we have well established relationships with key officials/offices.

    Key Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree with 4-6 years of hand-on development and/or nonprofit experience required, including experience with institutional partnerships, grant writing/reporting, and financial reporting.
    Proficiency in Google Suite, including gmail, calendars, spreadsheets, documents, and presentations.
    Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, both in-person and virtually, and has experience securing and managing relationships with institutional funders.
    Proactive, organized, with an impeccable attention to detail.
    Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure and in a multicultural environment, with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands.
    Excellent communication, interpersonal, and written communication skills.

    To apply for this position, please send your cover letter, resume (indicating your expected salary and availability), and a writing sample (preferably where you are the sole author) to jobs@kakenyasdream.org by 28th April, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    jobs@kakenyasdream.org

  • Procurement Associate (I06)

    Procurement Associate (I06)

    Duties and Responsibilities
    Within delegated authority, the Procurement Associate will be responsible for the following duties:

    Monitors status of existing requisitions/shopping carts, maintains contact with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, coordinates shipment of goods/equipment to HQ and field missions, verifies receipt and inspection of deliverables and accurately reports, as and if required;
    Identify and recommend sources of procurement; interview potential suppliers;
    Produces tender documents (e.g. Invitations to Bids, Requests for Proposals and Requests for Quotation) based on the nature of the requirements and cost of procurement involved;
    Prepares abstracts of offers and compile data contained in quotations, proposals and bids to determine which supplier can deliver the required goods/ services at the best terms and lowest costs possible with due consideration to quality, delivery time, prompt payment and other discounts, transportation costs, etc.;
    Enters into the negotiation of terms and conditions of orders under the guidance of Procurement Officers; obtains credit and other information on proposed suppliers;
    Finalizes purchase orders and contracts for approval by the Procurement Officer; may authorize purchases in line with delegated signature authority, and, if required, prepares a submission to the Contracts Committee for review and subsequent approval by the authorized official; 
    Resolves issues/problems related to delivered goods, including discrepancies between purchase orders and items/quantities shipped or received; prepares and signs Return to Vendor forms for unacceptable and/or damaged goods received;
    Maintains relevant internal databases and files; keeps track of any contractual agreements, direct provisioning contracts, etc. and informs affected users of contractual rights and obligations;
    Researches, retrieves and presents information from a variety of internal and external sources on sources of supply, vendors by commodity, etc., as well as obtain specifications for new products and equipment on the market;
    Researches, retrieves and presents information from a variety of internal and external sources on sources of supply, vendors by commodity, etc., as well as obtain specifications for new products and equipment on the market;
    Drafts a variety of correspondence; 
    Supervises and assigns and reviews the work of more junior staff.

    Maintaining relations with vendors:

    Resolves issues/problems related to delivered goods, including discrepancies between purchase orders and items/quantities shipped or received; prepares and signs Return to Vendor forms for unacceptable and/or damaged goods received;
    Maintains relevant internal databases and files; keeps track of any contractual agreements, direct provisioning contracts, etc. and informs affected users of contractual rights and obligations;
    Researches, retrieves and presents information from a variety of internal and external sources on sources of supply, vendors by commodity, etc., as well as obtain specifications for new products and equipment on the market.

    Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

    Procurement – Sourcing: The ability to acquire goods, services or works from an outside external source
    Procurement – Sourcing: Ability to find, evaluate and engage suppliers of goods and services
    Procurement – Strategic Sourcing: Knowledge of strategic sourcing concepts, principles and methods, and ability to apply to strategic and/or practical situations
    Procurement – Supplier Management: Knowledge of supplier management concepts, principles and methods, and ability to apply to strategic and/or practical situations
    Procurement – Contract Management: Knowledge of contract management concepts, principles and methods, and ability to apply to strategic and/or practical situations

    Required Skills and Experience
     Education:

    Secondary Education with specialized training in procurement is required. University Degree in Business or Public Administration would be desirable, but it is not a requirement.

    Experience:

    6 years of progressively responsible administrative experience is required at the national or international level.
    Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), 
    Advanced knowledge of automated procurement systems, and experience in handling of web-based management systems.

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    estm.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com