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  • Grant Accountant – Beyond WASH Project

    Grant Accountant – Beyond WASH Project

    Role and Responsibilities
    Financial Reporting:

    Preparation of timely and accurate financial reports for submission to support offices, donors and management as required.
    Prepare and submit timely, accurate and complete grants financial reports.
    Load grants reports in FFR database.
    Prepare management reports for decision making purposes.
    Support and participate in year- end processes

    Budget Monitoring

    Help Project staff in linking Grant Budget to Grant Work-plans, so that the activities to be undertaken in the projects matches to the budget.
    Ensure strict adherence to the approved budgets.
    Monitor and review activities to ensure that only budgeted costs have been incurred.
    Prepare analysis of grant expenditure for management action to help in monitoring the burn rate for grants and special projects.

    Monitoring and Compliance

    Monitor Project expenses against the approved budget.
    Reconcile LDRs with payroll for the project staff under grants. 
    Ensure donor regulations are adhered to for the assigned projects.
    Perform Vendor screening.
    Support and coordinate grants end closure processes

    Risk Management

    Facilitate audit process for assigned grants both internal and external audits
    Provide relevant information for audit responses
    Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations
    Review grants PRFs for budget availability and proper coding
    Provide and maintain grants financial information for safe custody and access
    Ensure assets purchased through donor funds are properly utilized and safe guarded

    Administration

    Attend program technical meetings and give feedback and updates on financial aspect of the assigned grants. 
    Ensure good storage of financial reports and records in line with the WVK and donor requirements
    Ensure all copies of final signed Grant agreements documents between donors and WVK is available on file

    Other

    Perform any other duties as requested by the supervisor

    Knowledge & Qualification

    Bachelor of Commerce, Economics, Accounting or Finance or related field
    CPA Section 4
    Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
    Experience in the humanitarian sector
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills, good interpersonal skills.
    Practical experience of using SUN system accounting Software is preferred
    Advanced excel and analytical skills
    A team player.

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  • County Learning & Accountability Coordinator, Samburu Adaptive Learning and Communications Officer – USAID Nawiri Lokitaung Adaptive Learning and Communications Officer – USAID Nawiri Wamba Adaptive Learning and Communications Officer – USAID Nawiri Baragoi Adaptive Learning and Communications Officer – USAID Nawiri Lokichar

    County Learning & Accountability Coordinator, Samburu Adaptive Learning and Communications Officer – USAID Nawiri Lokitaung Adaptive Learning and Communications Officer – USAID Nawiri Wamba Adaptive Learning and Communications Officer – USAID Nawiri Baragoi Adaptive Learning and Communications Officer – USAID Nawiri Lokichar

    General Position Summary
    The Samburu County Learning and Accountability Coordinator (CLAC) plays a key role in ensuring USAID Nawiri delivers responsive, well-informed and high-quality programming in Samburu. As a key member of the Collaborating, Learning and Adapting (CLA) Team led  by the Strategic Learning Lead, the CLAC Samburu is responsible for operationalizing USAID Nawiri’s Phase II CLA Strategy at the county level, ensuring the progressive integration of CLA principles and practices into all activities. The CLAC Samburu plays a leadership role in embedding and supporting a culture of collaborating, learning, and adapting across USAID Nawiri initiatives at county level, including by identifying and actioning innovative, cost-effective ideas for generating excitement and commitment to learning.
    Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

    Lead USAID Nawiri CLA actions at the county level, including developing and managing the work plans for the scope
    Work with the Adaptive Learning Facilitators to develop/adapt and organize adaptive learning frameworks/modalities and see to the implementation of learning agendas across diverse implementation streams
    Guide and support quality data gathering, management and analysis, as requested/ guided.
    Develop, oversee and support the implementation of systems and guidelines for capturing field-based observations and perspectives and ensuring they are fed back into adaptive learning cycles.
    Support development of innovative and contextually appropriate mechanisms for learning with communities and enhancing the community voice in program decisions.
    Facilitate and support USAID Nawiri teams, county government, partner organization and other key actors’ efforts to lead the collective sense-making and reflective review of program and other developments to enable timely programmatic adjustments and evidence-based decision-making.
    Ensure the quality documentation of regular sense-making and reflection activities, both scheduled (e.g. weekly, monthly, quarterly progress review) and ad hoc (e.g. after action reviews), with mechanisms/processes that allow for the contribution of county and community stakeholders.
    Work with the Reporting Officer to ensure key insights, lessons learned, and corresponding adaptations are documented and shared in relevant donor reports (weekly, quarterly, annual) and other fora, as relevant.
    Collaborate with the CLAC Turkana to implement a learning agenda that drives progressive improvements in CLA practices and processes, while building a culture and enabling environment for learning.
    Collaborate with the program’s systems strengthening team to support program teams to develop, execute, monitor, learn from and progressively adapt plans for enhancing internal and external collaboration.
    Facilitate processes that inspire innovation in the development and testing of modalities/processes for addressing identified inefficiencies and bottlenecks in the adaptive learning cycle
    In collaboration with the communications team, support the program team and county counterparts to identify, capture, and package significant learning for sharing through publication, conferences, and other channels.
    Work with the Adaptive Learning Facilitators embedded within implementation teams and Communications Advisor, to develop and execute an ambitious yet realistic plan for the regular production of learning briefs on cross-cutting, priority themes
    Coordinate with the USAID Nawiri Turkana CLAC to develop and implement mechanisms and processes for inter-county learning (Samburu and Turkana).
    Coordinate with the county-based learning coordinators in Isiolo and Marsabit (under CRS-led USAID Nawiri Consortium) to plan for and organize cross-county learning exchanges and learning events
    Support and enhance USAID Nawiri knowledge management systems, processes, and products as guided

    MANAGEMENT & CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT

    Directly supervise and mentor the Adaptive Learning and Communication Officers in USAID Nawiri’s Samburu sub-county offices.
    Facilitate a culture of curiosity, learning and adaptive work planning and implementation with program teams; facilitate self-assessments of USAID Nawiri’s CLA “maturity” and help individuals’ teams develop and track action plans to enhance CLA capacity
    Build the program team’s capacity to identify unintended outcomes, collect high-quality qualitative and quantitative data, interpret findings from quantitative and qualitative analyses, and translate insights into implications for action.
    Build the capacity of program staff and stakeholders to facilitate learning activities and processes, including documentation of the same.

    REPRESENTATION

    Support in ensuring continuous, transparent communication and engagement with USAID Nawiri participants and other relevant stakeholders on Nawiri progress.
    Develop and maintain strong relationships with USAID Nawiri stakeholders and proactively identify, pursue, and nurture additional partnerships with county stakeholders (including civil society organizations) that will contribute to Nawiri influence and impact.
    Represent Nawiri in PREG Learning and other coordination fora, as requested. Capture and disseminate relevant insights/learning from other initiatives/programs and counties (including Nawiri in Marsabit and Isiolo) to USAID Nawiri partners in Samburu

    OTHER

    Other duties as assigned. The County Learning and Accountability Coordinator, Samburu, must remain flexible and open to taking on new responsibilities as USAID Nawiri evolves and progresses, especially as requested/ guided by the Strategic Learning Lead.

    SECURITY

    Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
    Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

    Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions
    The position is based in USAID Nawiri’s Samburu County office in Maralal town. 
    PERSONAL GROWTH & LEARNING

    USAID Nawiri team members are committed to personal growth and learning. All staff are expected to commit 5% of their time to activities that help them broaden their perspectives, build their skill sets, or otherwise help them progressively improve their contribution to the program.

    ACCOUNTABILITY TO PARTICIPANTS

    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

    Supervisory Responsibility:

    The CLAC will supervise USAID Nawiri’s Adaptive Learning and Communication Officers.

    Required Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree in the Social Sciences; Demography, Sociology, Statistics or another MEAL-related field. Master’s degree is an added advantage. Additional education may substitute for some experience.
    Minimum of five years of relevant work experience in accountability and learning, participatory development, or adult learning, ideally with an international NGO working with county governments.
    Experience setting up and implementing accountability and learning systems
    Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members is required.
    Demonstrated ability to facilitate and moderate dialogue and discussion among diverse groups
    Demonstrated ability to communicate complex thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely in writing; keen attention to detail.
    Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to deeply connect and empathize with a range of individuals with broad backgrounds and expertise.
    Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, information management systems, knowledge-sharing networks is required.
    Experience in participatory action planning and community engagement a strong advantage.
    Experience in using mobile-data collection and management software a strong advantage.

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  • Natural Resources Management & Peace Building Officer Country Director

    Natural Resources Management & Peace Building Officer Country Director

    Essential Job Functions
    STRATEGY: OPERATIONAL IMPLEMENTATION OF NRM and CONFLICT PROGRAM STRATEGIES

    In collaboration with the the Resilience Livelihoods Technical Team (Climate Smart Agriculture, Alternative Livelihoods and Market Systems, Household Economic Strengthening, Natural Resources Management) support the roll out of a robust implementation strategy to address household food insecurity and work towards maintaining food security despite exposure to shocks and stresses.
    Support the development of comprehensive work plans for sub offices and target geographies.
    Leads the management and implementation of the specific NRM and PB project scope under Mercy Corps, coordinating with a diverse county-based Resilience Livelihoods team drawn from all USAID Nawiri consortium and local implementing partners to manage coherent program implementation within specific geographies and intervention areas, as informed by and continued reference to evidence that informs programmatic decisions and actions.
    Directly responsible for NRM and Peace Building scope of work and its implementation, including integrated actions in the program locations

    PROGRAM MANAGEMENT & REPORTING

    Support planning, development, and implementation of the NRM, peacebuilding, and conflict sensitivity interventions within the project.
    Organize and facilitate dialogue meetings, workshops, and forums with government representatives, civil society and communities in efforts to prevent violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to NRM peace, security, and conflict resolution
    Support capacity development of partners involved in project implementation through innovative capacity building approaches.
    Arrange for regular meetings with partners and community structures to review and reflect on progress and results to identify, mitigate challenges, and learn lessons for improved program delivery
    Responsible for accurate narrative reporting against agreed objectives and results frameworks
    Participate in and contribute to quarterly and other scheduled program performance review meetings
    Facilitate scenario planning as part of routine program management; work closely with M&E team to ensure context monitoring informs program teams to support adaptations and tracking of impacts of shocks and stresses on programing..

    COLLABORATION & NETWORKING

    NRM and Peace Building Officer is expected to establish and maintain an open and cordial relationship with relevant government partners, local government officials, donors, and other development organizations working in the Pastoralist, NRM, and Peace arena to obtain the required support and collaboration for the smooth coordination and implementation of program activities.
    Integrates participatory community approaches, gender sensitivity, conflict sensitivity and do no harm principles; mainstreams capacity building and sustainability approaches into all activities as appropriate including certifying all interventions to adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards;
    Coordinates with the different levels of stakeholders including committees, working groups, community groups, local implementing partners, community resource persons, government stakeholders at sub-county, ward, village – to sustain peace building actions, mobilize rapid actions and ensure effective communication channels.
    Coordinate with community leadership to facilitate activity integration and targeting of participants, ensuring a conflict sensitivity is maintained.
    Support with collaborative partnership with other development partners and identify potential opportunities for linkages

    KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT & COMMUNICATIONS

    Represents and ensures buy-in to USAID NAWIRI participatory rangeland management (PRM) and the Participatory Scenario Planning (PSP) approaches among relevant stakeholders.
    Collaborate with the USAID SSBC team to design and deliver integrated communication for social transformational change in securing natural resources and peace.
    Collaborating with the field M&E personnel to ensure all NRM/ Peace, development activities are appropriately documented, and that data is captured as per established systems of the USAID NAWIRI program
    Play an advisory role in advising the program on conflict Sensitivity / Do No Harm issues.
    Compile and document significant lessons learned from the NRM and PB project activities and adaptations and work closely with the communications advisor to prepare content that can be incorporated into project reports and other products.
    Support Field Directors and senior management by responding to information requests, and monitoring and reporting on the impact of the program.
    Work with the NRM Advisor to facilitate information sharing among internal and appropriate external audiences.

    Minimum Qualification & Transferable Skills

    Bachelor’s degree in the field of Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies, Climate Change and Society, Environmental Management, Peace Building, International relations or other related fields or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
    Demonstrated understanding of community engagement strategies, the investment environment in Kenya, land laws and policies, peace frameworks, natural resource governance, and conflict sensitivity, and an active interest in the workings of civil society;
    Proficiency in verbal and written English
    Understanding of NRM and Peace frameworks/ tools and approaches including the understanding of opportunities and challenges in the pastoralist context
    Experience working within a development-oriented NGO in environment and pastoralist contexts.
    Practical experience in the facilitation of multi-stakeholder NRM and Peace activities.
    Strong communication and analytical skills
    Demonstrated interpersonal skills in working within a multidisciplinary team and ability to liaise with government, community leaders, and other stakeholders at all levels
    Skills in organizing and facilitating community dialogues, workshops, and training events
    Proven ability to conduct him/herself professionally under pressure.
    Knowledge on Conflict Sensitivity / Do No Harm approaches.
    Skills and creativity in integrating Peace building and NRM aspects in programming.
    Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. 

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  • Resilient Livelihoods Coordinator-Samburu(Maralal) Livelihoods and Food Security Officer – Samburu (Baragoi & Wamba) Assistant Livelihoods Officer – Samburu (Baragoi & Wamba)

    Resilient Livelihoods Coordinator-Samburu(Maralal) Livelihoods and Food Security Officer – Samburu (Baragoi & Wamba) Assistant Livelihoods Officer – Samburu (Baragoi & Wamba)

    The Position Summary
    The Resilient Livelihoods Coordinator(RLC) will be responsible for providing supportive leadership, guidance and coordination for timely and quality field level implementation of USAID Nawiri nutrition-sensitive resilient livelihood project portfolio of interventions in specific technical areas of; Climate Smart Agriculture (irrigated crop and livestock) production systems, private sector and financial inclusion, enabling market systems to last miles to support ultra-poor, Household Economic Strengthening (HES) and coordination support for adapted Ultra-Poor Graduation aimed at reducing poverty and improving nutrition outcomes -while reducing women’s time burden.
    Essential Job Functions
    VISION AND STRATEGY & ITS IMPLEMENTATION

    Supports the Resilience Livelihoods Technical Team (Climate Smart Agriculture, Alternative Livelihoods and Market Systems, Household Economic Strengthening, Natural Resources Management) in creating and evolving a strong vision for Nawiri’’s approach for supporting vulnerable households to address household food insecurity and work towards maintaining food security despite exposure to shocks and stresses.
    Technically support the Field Director and take overall implementation leadership, technical oversight and coordination of USAID Nawiri nutrition-sensitive Resilient Livelihoods Interventions aimed at sustainably maintaining food security of vulnerable households, despite exposure to shocks and stresses.
    Specifically, provide leadership and in-depth technical guidance in translating the programmatic vision, strategies and evidence to implementation. These strategies include Resilient Livelihoods Strategy, NRM & conflict, Community Engagement Strategy while collaborating with other coordinators to translate program strategies into Livelihood interventions i.e. Gender Equity and Social Inclusion, Health, ASHR and Nutrition, Social and Structural Behaviour Change, Governance among others.
    Member of the USAID Nawiri Resilient Livelihoods Team and participates in co-design of USAID Nawiri resilient livelihoods interventions. Use learning to develop and scale up implementation strategy, approaches and activities; integrating agriculture resilience into additional technical areas as needed.
    Translate the USAID Nawiri Sustainability and Exit Strategy into action while taking active leadership on implementation of sustainability approaches. The Coordinator will be supported by a team of advisors in these thematic areas to practically operationalise these approaches.
    Coordinate development and updating stakeholders analysis and a collective impact mapping approach with specific analysis of strategic partnership opportunities for layering, sequencing and or intergration to amplify impact of interventions.
    Forge strong, institutional partnerships and linkages and maintain a productive working relationship with Government of Kenya, PREG Partners, and other relevant stakeholders partners in agriculture, and market system development, social protection, gender, water, adolescents, youth, women empowerment in livelihoods related activities.
    Ensure that cross-cutting aspects of the program such as gender equity, social inclusion, youth, and water systems are included and well-integrated into the agriculture and resilient livelihood activities.
    Represent USAID Nawiri at county government level and other stakeholder platforms aligned to multi-sectoral and resilient livelihood interventions and contribute to County Strategic development, prioritization and resourcing (budgeting) of Nutrition Sensitive interventions in line with the Governance for Nutrition Strategy.

    TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP AND & ITS IMPLEMENTATION

    With technical leadership support of the technical team in Resilient Livelihoods (Climart Smart Advisor and NRM coordinator, Alternative Livelihoods and Market Systems Advisor, take the lead in designing implementation modalities and roll out of Nawiri’s Resilient Livelihoods Strategy, at the County Level, ensuring the development of an operational work plan and its implementation in line with overall Nawiri Operational Program Strategy.
    Leads the management and implementation of the specific livelihoods project scope under Mercy Corps, within the consortium implementation modalities, including supporting contextual design and roll-out. These include and not limited to coordinating with a diverse county-based Resilience Livelihoods team drawn from all USAID Nawiri consortium and local implementing partners to manage coherent program implementation within specific geographies and intervention areas, as informed by and continued reference to evidence that informs programmatic decisions and actions.
    Lead county-level coordinated implementation of the consortium-wide scope ensuring effective layering, sequencing and integration of interventions, as well as integration of nutrition-sensitive interventions in specific technical areas of; Climate Smart Agriculture (irrigated crop and livestock) production systems, private sector and financial inclusion, enabling market systems to last miles to support ultra-poor, Household Economic Strengthening (HES) and coordination supportive oversight of adapted Ultra-Poor Graduation aimed at reducing poverty and improving nutrition outcome -while reducing women’s time burden – ensuring coherence, on time and on budget and of quality.
    with technical guidance and support of the thematic resilient livelihoods technical team, coordinate a sustained results-focused implementation working collaboratively with the internal team and relevant stakeholders to ensure vulnerable households and targeted participants adopt and sustain dry-season milk availability, improved, diversified and sustained nutrient dense foods, sustainably improved household economies, access labour opportunities, while increasing adaptive, absorptive and transformative capacities of highly vulnerable households and participants (including adolescents -male/female, women of reproductive age, male and female youth).
    Draws technical assistance and support for self and for the diverse team members from the Consortium Resilient Livelihoods team to lead quality implementation. Specifically works with support and draws from technical supervision of the Alternative Livelihoods & Markets Advisor and Climate Smart Agriculture Advisor, Household Economic Strengthening advisor to address agriculture and household economic strengthening, more holistically than traditionally siloed livelihoods and micro-businesses.
    Support development of adaptive learning and collective impact strategy within RL collaborative partnership strategy (ies) and support integration of adaptations into the project’s work-plan and implementation approaches.

    PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION

    Coordinate with and work closely with various technical advisors to build systems that promote participant accountability by ensuring that those most impacted by agriculture and resilient livelihood issues are represented during program-facilitated community dialogue events, assessments, and activities. These include in Resilient Livelihoods, Health and Nutrition, Gender, Youth and Social Dynamics scope (including the USAID Nawiri Alternative Livelihoods & Markets Advisor and Climate Smart Agriculture Advisor, Household Economic Strengthening Advisors, as well as – the Gender, Youth and Social Dynamics Lead, Health and Nutrition among others
    Lead RL implementation coherence in line with the program strategy, with technical support and guidance of technical interventions, ensuring effective layering, sequencing and integration to strengthen collective impact, within the consortium and within similar geographies and opportunities with diverse stakeholders. These will include leading partnership discussions and translating into tangible actions. With support of a senior technical team of advisors, jointly mentor, coach and support officers in implementation of priority pathways to nutrition resilience. These include coordinating implementation of nutrition resilience interventions including in food production (crop and livestock production), market system development and improving household economies.
    Directly manage the Mercy Corps team, Lead and coordinate the portfolio at county level, including implementation tracking across the sub-office level for agriculture and resilient livelihoods strategy and interventions.
    Supervise timely implementation of interventions in line with the approved work plan, ensuring that key milestones are of high quality, are community driven and an enabling policy and implementation environment is supported at multiple levels (county, sub-county, ward, villages, households).
    Coordinate periodic review (weekly, monthly, quarterly) of the work plan across all implementing partners, identifying progress, gaps and acting on them timely.
    Identify opportunities for integration and synergies within other sectors such as nutrition, health, alternative livelihoods, and governance.
    Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcomed; promote and model a culture of learning and adaptive management.
    Review all program documents and relevant literature including county plans and priorities including opportunities for co-investments and support alignments and influencing priorities to strengthen nutrition resilience.
    Plan, develop tools, support training of staff in delivery approaches; and participate in any field assessments including periodic market monitoring to collect context specific information that will inform regular program design and implementation.
    Coordinate the provision of tailor-made agriculture and resilient livelihood nutrition enhancing services to vulnerable households and market actors.
    Work closely with the Climate Smart and Alternative Livelihoods and Inclusive Markets Advisors to develop tools and templates that model household economies under different scenarios and evaluate seasonal risk and recovery costs or opportunities.
    Facilitate field teams in testing of profitable agriculture and resilient livelihood innovations with vulnerable households.
    Contribute technical expertise that feeds into a dynamic community of practice of USAID Nawiri staff and partners; sharing best practices across all intervention areas and workstreams, while seeking opportunities to build staff’s capabilities.
    Collaborate with the USAID Nawiri learning team to develop and maintain a culture of learning between programs through consistent sharing during reflection points and through analysis and interpretation of M&E data, processes and systems.
    Co-lead learning, coordinate and responsible for implementing adaptations
    Assist in activity budgeting and target setting for all county based resilient livelihood interventions and milestones for team members.
    Provide direct training and other capacity-building assistance to resilient livelihood county teams and partners.
    Work with Partnership for Resilience and Economic Growth (PREG) partners to strengthen linkages with other actors to enhance organizational learning which directly impacts staff performance and productivity.
    In the event of a natural disaster, lead design and budgeting of livelihood life-saving emergency, protection and recovery response activities.
    Support collaboration with county leadership and support the county RL team to ensure that communities are informed about USAID Nawiri programs and what we do, are comfortable giving feedback and that feedback is used to improve the quality of our interventions.
    Develop and implement capacity building plans for the County RL team including partners, including implementation quality and reporting.
    Lead RL team in translating program work plan into component-work plans per geography (sub-county/wards, villages), and operational budgets while maintaining accountability for results.
    Speak thoughtfully to the evidence to action products and learnings that Nawiri is continuously using to inform evolving programmatic strategy.
    Support USAID Nawiri accountability to mainstream gender, youth and social dynamics in Resilience Livelihoods interventions.

    INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND REPORTING

    Generate Implementation reports on the RL implementation while also supporting drafting of learnings and policy briefs, issues-papers and case studies on specific thematic issues, including integration. Ensure USAID Nawiri is capturing the required level of participant information – including participant categories such as gender, adolescents, children, youth -as well as services provided and capture specific success stories.
    Supporting the review of program reports and documents to provide a holistic view of diverse interventions
    Collaborate with a county-based M&E team to develop and implement relevant monitoring and tracking systems.
    In coordination with the county-based learning team, manage the institutional knowledge related to county resilient livelihoods and contribute to wider knowledge management;
    Lead reporting on implementation of county resilient livelihoods activities under the Field Director, .

    Supervisory Responsibility
    Directly supervises Livelihood Officers (5) and manages all consortium county-based resilient livelihoods team members.
    Accountability

    Reports Directly To: Field Director
    Works Directly With: MC USAID Nawiri Climate Smart Advisor, Alternative Livelihoods and Inclusive Markets Advisor (also direct Technical guidance and leadership support); Also, directly works with BOMA USAID Nawiri REAP for Nutrition Project manager and SAVE the Children USAID Nawiri Household Economic Strengthening Advisor.

    Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders
    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
    Minimum Qualification & Transferable Skills

    Advanced degree in Agriculture, agribusiness management or agricultural economics
    A minimum of 5 years experience in a technical role on an international development program related to livelihoods, food security and nutrition.
    Demonstrated expertise and ability to lead and coordinate a diverse team drawn from different implementing partners.
    Demonstrable familiarity with Kenya’s ASAL, agriculture crop and livestock, resilient livelihoods, and natural resources sectors political and policy environment.
    Proficient analytical skills that demonstrate an understanding of the current concepts, priorities, and issues in program monitoring, data collection, and evaluation.
    Highly developed written and oral communications skills as well as strong interpersonal communication and team building skills to ensure effective coordination within USAID and effective advocacy of Agency positions externally with both specialist as well as non-specialist audiences.
    Advanced computer skills and experience developing data management systems.
    Team player who takes initiative and is a problem-solver.
    Effective verbal and written communication, multitasking and organizational s
    Ability to manage priorities autonomously

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  • Field Research Coordinator (Program Coordinator)

    Field Research Coordinator (Program Coordinator)

    Job Summary

    The Field Coordinator will plan and supervise the logistics of research and learning field work and supervise data collection teams for the USAID Kenya Nawiri project. Within the assigned area of responsibility, the Field Coordinator implements the research and learning agenda, coordinates qualitative and quantitative data collection efforts, and ensures effective representation to local stakeholders. The Field Coordinator will be the first line of quality control for data. The Field Coordinator will identify and escalate needs, gaps and issues to RTI leadership and coordinate and prioritize multiple competing demands. The Field Coordinator will support efforts to assure quality research that results in effective programming, in coordination with Research and Design Lead and Manager.

    This position will be based in Samburu county.

    Lead andcoordinate field operations, including identifying, recruiting, and training quantitative and qualitative data collectors, overseeing field data collection, ensuring research protocols are followed and quality assurance measures are in place, and managing data security in the field and the secure flow of data from the field to the Nairobi office.
    Mobilize relevant study participants at different levels in the respective sub-counties.
    Align field team effort with research agenda and plans, including Nawiri project objectives and strategic goals, and ensure project progress and implementation
    Provide general support, guidance, and serves as focal point during field program planning, implementation, and reporting.
    Represent the Kenya Nawiri project at the county level, including general meetings with stakeholders.
    Write field progress reports and submit in accordance with deadlines.
    Develop and maintain effective working relationships with local coordination structures and stakeholders, representing the project with local authorities and civil society. Coordinate meetings between community and research teams.
    Organize and coordinate dissemination of study/research results to stakeholders at the county level Support efforts to assure program quality and accountability to program participants.
    Identify and escalate needs and issues to RTI project leadership, coordinate and prioritize multiple competing demands.
    Provide timely, concise, action-oriented reporting and communications on a scheduled and ad hoc basis to keep leadership informed and situationally aware and escalate issues as required.
    Anticipate, identify, assess implement and monitor measures to reduce or control risks that may impact field operations.
    In collaboration with Nairobi-based staff, support field logistics and administration. Activities will include but not be limited to assisting with travel and event/workshop planning, including transportation, hotel/venue booking, catering, printing and when necessary, management of reimbursements payments.
    Ensure proper documentation in accordance with RTI, Mercy Corps and USAID regulations
    Masters degree and 1 years of experience or Bachelors Degree and 3 years of experience in nutrition, health, social science or similar disciplines.
    Prior experience working on research projects, including coordinating quantitative and qualitative data collection and using qualitative and participatory research methods. Experience working in Turkana and Samburu counties preferred.
    Prior experience using tablets for survey data collection.
    Prior experience working with or supporting management of Office Administration functions.
    Prior experience working with USAID projects preferred.
    Computer skills, including knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, QuickBooks, and ODK or similar.
    Willingness to be flexible in working hours and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

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  • Reporting Officer, (Samburu) Reporting Officer, (Turkana)

    Reporting Officer, (Samburu) Reporting Officer, (Turkana)

    Essential Responsibilities
    REPORTING

    Provide technical support to the consortium program teams to edit and finalize reporting and communications materials including weekly reports, quarterly reports, annual reports, workshop/event reports, and reports documenting learning activities.
    Work with program teams and the PQRM to prepare reports for donors, partners, and government on program progress, ensuring all reporting requirements for donors are met on time and in a quality manner.
    Track reporting requirements for all activities, including regular follow-up with responsible actors.

    KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT

    Support the program teams with administrative tasks such as maintaining required documentation, Program Files, and internal USAID Nawiri knowledge management systems.
    Support the PQRM in stewarding the Program Management at Mercy Corps (PM@MC) minimum standard requirements, as well as additional best practices in program quality.

    COMMUNICATIONS

    Support Field Directors and senior management by responding to information requests, drafting success stories, and monitoring and reporting on the impact of the program.
    Work with the Communications Advisor to facilitate information sharing among internal and appropriate external audiences.

    Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders
    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
    Minimum Qualification & Transferable Skills

    Excellent written and verbal English language skills, including concise analytical and technical writing, that meets the standards of Mercy Corps and USAID reporting.
    At least 3 years’ experience in a relevant position plus experience in a coordination and/or management support role.
    Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required, master’s degree preferred.
    Demonstrated experience meeting USAID and other donor reporting requirements.
    A high degree of organizational skills using computer-based tools/software (Google Suite and MS Office) with demonstrated attention to detail.
    Proven record of project management as well as trouble-shooting skills.
    Strong communication skills including the ability to communicate frequently and effectively in both verbal and written form.
    Proven ability to conduct him/herself professionally under pressure.
    Previous experience supporting a complex USAID-funded program; familiarity with USAID rules and regulations.
    Previous experience as a full-time staff with Mercy Corps and demonstrated knowledge of Mercy Corps systems, procedures and program priorities is an advantage.

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  • Household Economic Strengthening Officer (Re-Advertisement)

    Household Economic Strengthening Officer (Re-Advertisement)

    Role Purpose 
    Under the general guidance and direction of the Household Economic Strengthening (HES) Advisor, the Household Economic Strengthening Officer will provide support to all livelihoods or household economic strengthening work at field level. S/he will be involved in the research and learning, monitoring and evaluation of the livelihoods aspects of the NAWIRI project. With the guidance of the HES Advisor, S/he will be involved in the coordination and networking with NAWIRI consortium partners led by Mercy Corps, County departments responsible for agriculture, livestock, nutrition, trade and other NGOs. S/he will support on all household economic strengthening elements of the project, providing capacity building for the county staff. S/he will promote best practice in the livelihoods programmes and contribute to the overall success of the NAWIRI programme. S/he will be involved in the implementation of livelihoods or household economic strengthening activities in Turkana and /Samburu County.
    Key Areas of Accountability

    Work closely with the county government partners in implementation of the livelihoods component of NAWIRI programme.
    Liaise with other consortium implementing teams to ensure sequencing, layering and integration and implementation of various components of NAWIRI projects.
    Participate in the drawing of detailed implementation plans (DIP) and ensure daily/weekly/monthly planning for its implementation. 
    Carry out regular monitoring visits, ensuring that project objectives are met as per agreed work plans.
    Participate in the development of reporting systems for data collection, follow-up, and feedback to relevant partners and other agencies.
    Support supply-chain staff in the coordination and quality control of livelihoods supplies.
    Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation, inclusion and accountability in NAWIRI programme.
    Participate in monitoring and provide timely, relevant, accurate input on overall technical aspects of NAWIRI Livelihoods programme work in Samburu county. 
    Liaise with the HES Advisor to ensure County government staff receive the necessary and appropriate technical support. In consultation with the HES Advisor agree on the range of advice, support, training and/or other assistance required by the other arms of NAWIRI to ensure sequencing, layering and integration as per the agreed model of poverty graduation component of NAWIRI programme.
    Provide inputs for generation of quality first draft reports to donors to ensure that technical debates are well articulated and reports are of acceptable quality before submission.
    With guidance from the HES Advisor, participate in the design and implementation of Livelihoods related research or assessments work such as HEA baseline assessments etc.
    Regularly review and monitor programmes for child safeguarding issues. Take corrective action in modifying programme activities and/or report incidents.
    Collect complaints and feedback during field activities and ensure that these are shared with MEAL officers for updating of the CFRM database.
    Participate actively in NAWIRI programme meetings, planning and review activities.
    Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

    Contract Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
    Work Location: Samburu
    Qualification and Experience

    Bachelor degree in Agriculture, Social Sciences, Community Development or other discipline relevant to rural livelihoods.
    At least 3 years relevant project work experience in an international NGO or similar organization.
    Good technical knowledge of policy and practice in the field of livelihoods, crop and livestock production as well as other cross cutting issues.
    Understanding and experience in implementing nutrition security, food security and livelihoods programmes.
    Good understanding of system approach to ending persistent acute malnutrition.
    Clear understanding of and proactive approach to nutrition resilience, hunger and food security issues in Kenya, particularly in the context of Samburu county.
    Understanding and experience in child rights programming.
    Strong commitment to capacity building of county staff and partners with willingness to adopt participatory and consultative approaches.
    Experience with livelihoods programming in arid and semi-arid land (ASAL) settings preferred.
    Good communication, presentation, training and report writing skills.
    Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels.
    Willing to work in isolated rural areas with basic living conditions, and work in difficult field conditions.
    Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind-sets.
    Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy.
    Demonstrates Save the Children’s core values of accountability, collaboration, integrity, ambition, and creativity.
    Fluent in English and Swahili, both written and oral; Local language skills a major advantage.
    Qualified native candidates from Samburu county are encouraged to apply.

    Apply via :

    kenya.savethechildren.net

  • Mentor – Waso, Samburu – 2 Positions Mentor – Wamba West

    Mentor – Waso, Samburu – 2 Positions Mentor – Wamba West

    Reports to: Field Officer – NAWIRI Program
    Job titles of persons supervised: N/A
    Job location: Archers Post (1), Sereolipi (1)
    Ward: Waso, Samburu
    Contract terms: One (1) year
    The BOMA Project Introduction:
    The BOMA Project is a fast-growing non-profit in US and a Kenyan NGO that is implementing a high-impact income and savings program for ultra-poor women in the drylands of Africa. We do this through the Rural Entrepreneur Access Project (REAP), an innovative two-year poverty graduation program for women living in extreme poverty in Northern Kenya. BOMA helps pastoral women to start small businesses in their communities so they can earn a sustainable income, pay for food and medical care, send their children to school, survive drought and accumulate savings for long-term family stability.
    NAWIRI Project Summary:
    BOMA is a partner in the USAID BHA funded 5-year Development Food Security Activity (DFSA) entitled “Nawiri” in Samburu and Turkana counties. BOMA works closely with other consortium partners, County Governments, and communities to implement the program whose overarching goal is to sustainably reduce levels of persistent acute malnutrition in Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands. The program is strongly based in the counties, with active engagement across communities, the private sector, and civil society, and seeks to address gender inequalities and social dynamics as key drivers of food insecurity and malnutrition. Within Nawiri, BOMA is adapting and implementing its poverty graduation model to contribute to Nawiri’s nutrition goals while building productive and diverse livelihoods in the target communities. BOMA staff deliver graduation programming directly both in Samburu and Turkana Counties with oversight from County Coordinators.
    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Support the adapted Rural Entrepreneur Access Project (REAP) for Nutrition Business groups by monitoring and providing mentorship to the participants.
    In a collaborative process with the community (Participatory Rural Appraisal) and working closely with the village councils, target and identify eligible program participants based on the standard criteria
    Conduct regular data entry of business groups, saving groups and motorcycle log sheets using a mobile data collection platform
    Conduct nutrition integrated business skills training and savings skills training to participants within the REAP locations.
    Participate in data collection for participants during baseline, mid-line and end line surveys and any other data collection activities.
    Represent BOMA in the designated Ward, including being a representative at the local development committees.
    Draft reports on Business and Saving groups performance within the respective Wards/locations.
    Perform a minimum of agreed visits per week to the business and savings groups for which you are responsible and upload all data collected on daily basis.

    4. Qualifications:

    At least a Diploma in Community Development, Social Work or another related discipline.
    Minimum one (1) year experience managing livelihood and community development projects, specifically with a nutrition component. Proven experience in data collection is an added advantage.
    Possess excellent interpersonal skills; candidates should be able to relate well to both the women with whom we work, and the BOMA Field Officer.
    Be self-driven, and able to work with minimal staff supervision
    Must be a native of the respective ward you are applying for with working knowledge of English, Swahili and the local language
    Have a valid motorcycle license and has experience on how to ride a motorcycle

    “Strongly encouraged – Have a valid motorcycle license and experience on how to ride a motorcycle or (at least present a motorcycle license within the first 3 months of employment)”`

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    Interested and suitable qualified candidates to submit their application, including Cover Letter, detailed CV, daytime telephone contact, and three professional referees to recruit@bomaproject.org (do not include copies of certificates). Give details of your current salary and the expectation in this position on the body of your Application Cover Letter. The subject line of your application should clearly mark the location you are applying e.g., Mentor-Archers Post or Mentor- SereolipiApplications must be received by Thursday, 31st March 2022; late applications will not be considered.While we thank all applicants, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.Note – Preference will be given to candidates who come from and are currently residing in the locations/villages they are applying the job

    Apply via :

    recruit@bomaproject.org

  • Mentor – Waso, Samburu – 2 Positions Mentor – Wamba West

    Mentor – Waso, Samburu – 2 Positions Mentor – Wamba West

    Reports to: Field Officer – NAWIRI Program
    Job titles of persons supervised: N/A
    Job location: Archers Post (1), Sereolipi (1)
    Ward: Waso, Samburu
    Contract terms: One (1) year
    The BOMA Project Introduction:
    The BOMA Project is a fast-growing non-profit in US and a Kenyan NGO that is implementing a high-impact income and savings program for ultra-poor women in the drylands of Africa. We do this through the Rural Entrepreneur Access Project (REAP), an innovative two-year poverty graduation program for women living in extreme poverty in Northern Kenya. BOMA helps pastoral women to start small businesses in their communities so they can earn a sustainable income, pay for food and medical care, send their children to school, survive drought and accumulate savings for long-term family stability.
    NAWIRI Project Summary:
    BOMA is a partner in the USAID BHA funded 5-year Development Food Security Activity (DFSA) entitled “Nawiri” in Samburu and Turkana counties. BOMA works closely with other consortium partners, County Governments, and communities to implement the program whose overarching goal is to sustainably reduce levels of persistent acute malnutrition in Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands. The program is strongly based in the counties, with active engagement across communities, the private sector, and civil society, and seeks to address gender inequalities and social dynamics as key drivers of food insecurity and malnutrition. Within Nawiri, BOMA is adapting and implementing its poverty graduation model to contribute to Nawiri’s nutrition goals while building productive and diverse livelihoods in the target communities. BOMA staff deliver graduation programming directly both in Samburu and Turkana Counties with oversight from County Coordinators.
    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Support the adapted Rural Entrepreneur Access Project (REAP) for Nutrition Business groups by monitoring and providing mentorship to the participants.
    In a collaborative process with the community (Participatory Rural Appraisal) and working closely with the village councils, target and identify eligible program participants based on the standard criteria
    Conduct regular data entry of business groups, saving groups and motorcycle log sheets using a mobile data collection platform
    Conduct nutrition integrated business skills training and savings skills training to participants within the REAP locations.
    Participate in data collection for participants during baseline, mid-line and end line surveys and any other data collection activities.
    Represent BOMA in the designated Ward, including being a representative at the local development committees.
    Draft reports on Business and Saving groups performance within the respective Wards/locations.
    Perform a minimum of agreed visits per week to the business and savings groups for which you are responsible and upload all data collected on daily basis.

    4. Qualifications:

    At least a Diploma in Community Development, Social Work or another related discipline.
    Minimum one (1) year experience managing livelihood and community development projects, specifically with a nutrition component. Proven experience in data collection is an added advantage.
    Possess excellent interpersonal skills; candidates should be able to relate well to both the women with whom we work, and the BOMA Field Officer.
    Be self-driven, and able to work with minimal staff supervision
    Must be a native of the respective ward you are applying for with working knowledge of English, Swahili and the local language
    Have a valid motorcycle license and has experience on how to ride a motorcycle

    “Strongly encouraged – Have a valid motorcycle license and experience on how to ride a motorcycle or (at least present a motorcycle license within the first 3 months of employment)”`

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    Interested and suitable qualified candidates to submit their application, including Cover Letter, detailed CV, daytime telephone contact, and three professional referees to recruit@bomaproject.org (do not include copies of certificates). Give details of your current salary and the expectation in this position on the body of your Application Cover Letter. The subject line of your application should clearly mark the location you are applying e.g., Mentor-Archers Post or Mentor- SereolipiApplications must be received by Thursday, 31st March 2022; late applications will not be considered.While we thank all applicants, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.Note – Preference will be given to candidates who come from and are currently residing in the locations/villages they are applying the job

    Apply via :

    recruit@bomaproject.org

  • Driver ( 2 Positions) Lead, International Programmes Operating Models Research and Evidence Advisor, Child Poverty and Child Rights Governance Research and Evidence Advisor, Child Poverty and Climate Change

    Driver ( 2 Positions) Lead, International Programmes Operating Models Research and Evidence Advisor, Child Poverty and Child Rights Governance Research and Evidence Advisor, Child Poverty and Climate Change

    Role Purpose
    The Driver is responsible for safe driving of vehicles and staff for Save the Children Kenya programme. He/ She should ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of vehicles in compliance with safe driving standards.  Ensure the vehicle is fuelled in time for trips and carry out proper management of fuel supply for the assigned vehicle in accordance with SCI policies and procedures.
    Key Areas of Accountability
    Driving and Maintenance:

    Maintain vehicle log and fuel consumption documentation.
    Prepare daily vehicle usage report, including trip use, mileage and fuel consumption
    Providing weekly usage report of vehicles including total mileage, fuel consumption and expenditure.
    Maintain valid drivers’ license.
    Organise the transport of supplies directly to SC designated location for use.
    Complete the logbook for everyday trips and complete the fuel log sheet for any fuel purchases.
    In consultation with the Program Support Officer, coordinate vehicle allocation for staff.
    Keep the vehicle documentation up to date
    Update the whiteboard once the movement plan is approved.

    Control of Vehicles:

    Ensure that all vehicle journeys are authorized in advance by line managers
    Ensure that all vehicle journeys are recorded in the logbook at the start and completion of journey.
    Ensure that keys and vehicle documents are kept in secure place when the vehicle is not in use
    Ensure that all passengers wear seats belts before driving the vehicle
    Ensure that  a waiver is filled and approved when carrying non SCI staff
    Ensure that the Line Manager is immediately informed of any accidents/incidents and that the accident is reported to the police as appropriate and as soon as possible
    Ensure that the vehicle is insured and in the event of an accident, make certain that proper procedures for insurance claims are followed.
    Report on all near misses

    Vehicle checks:

    Check the vehicle prior to its use every morning, fill the checklist and file it.
    Check on taking over a vehicle and ensure that the items listed on the vehicle checklist and in the vehicles tools and materials inventory are present and in functioning order.
    Check level of motor oil, water, tyre pressure, battery water and brakes to ensure that all are up to the standards required before any journey commences.
    The driver is to check for vehicle defects and damage to the vehicle and ensure that he reports them to his line manager promptly.
    Report and supervise all maintenance and repair needs of assigned vehicle.
    Check communication equipment and maintains communication while in the field with base (SSFP)

    Cleanliness and visibility:
    The driver is responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is kept clean on the outside and inside at all times. The driver is also to keep the vehicle tidy and ensure that all dirt is removed from the vehicle after a journey.
    He/She is to ensure SC visibility protocols are adhered to at all times.
    Other

    Follow and abide by traffic rules, regulations, driver safety manual and any other instructions given by supervisor
    Maintain all vehicle safety equipment, as per vehicle safety kit, in liaison with the logistics officer- including first aid kit, communication equipment and fire extinguisher
    Work after duty hours or holidays/weekends as and when required and in prior notice from the line manager
    Escalate complaints and feedback of a serious nature to program support officer and field office child safeguarding focal point.
    Perform any other duty as reques
    s:ted by authorised persons.  

    Personal qualities:

    A proactive and flexible approach to work
    Ability to work with minimum supervision
    A systems approach to work
    A people oriented person who enjoys working in a team.
    A keen interest in self development
    A reliable, polite and professional attitude to ensure SC is perceived as such.
    Working knowledge of the Save the Children Emergency procedures, sphere and convention on the rights of the child.

    Contract Duration: 12 Months
    Number of Vacancies: 2
    Work Location: Samburu

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    Literacy and numeracy skills of “ O “ level education
    A clean driving licence minimum class B=C=E
    Ability to multi task and work calmly under pressure is essential for this position.
    Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in an insecure environment is critical
    Some practical experience of user vehicle maintenance.
    Those with defensive driving skills, first aid training will have an added advantage.
    Recommended minimum of 3-5 years’ experience of professional driving experience in an NGO or similar environment, including significant field operations experience running both emergency and development programs
    Fluency in written and spoken English. Similar skills in Kiswahili and the local language is an added advantage
    Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours, and work with incoming teams in the event of major emergencies
    Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches

    DEADLINE: 18th March 2022

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