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  • Senior Technical Advisor for Resilience, East Africa

    Senior Technical Advisor for Resilience, East Africa

    Job Description
    SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

    Provide technical assistance for resilience in the East Africa region and to the global Ag/L team when requested.
    Promote the application of Agency Program Quality standards for resilience in the programs in the region.
    Participate in project reviews and support proposal development, acquisition of funding and monitoring and evaluation.
    Actively explore cross-sectoral linkages between Ag/L programming and microfinance, conflict resolution, nutrition and agriculture.
    Work with A&L and HRD to develop a resilience framework which considers donor approaches (USAID and DfID in particular), SenseMaker and CRS IHD framework.
    Liaise closely with STAs for Climate Change, Food Security, Water and Senior Policy Advisor for Food Security and Climate Change to ensure coherency and complementarity and resilience approaches.

    Specific Responsibilities
    KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
    INTERNAL: EARO – Regional Director, DRD-PQ, Regional TAs, Country Representatives, Heads of Programs, Chiefs of Party, Program Managers. CRS HQ – Director Program Impact & Quality Assurance, Director Agricultural Livelihoods, Senior Technical Advisors.
    EXTERNAL: USAID (OFDA, FTF, FFP), World Bank, Rockefeller Foundation, AGRA, BMGF, CGIAR members (International Agriculture Research Centers), IGAD, FAO, regional government institutions, local universities, and other international research institutions.
    Qualifications

    Master’s degree and/or Ph.D. in related field
    Minimum 10 years of experience in international development either as a technical advisor or program manager/director, preferably in Africa.
    Experience in program design/management, program quality and performance assessment as part of ongoing efforts to improve aid effectiveness.
    Experience in community participation in development projects. Experience with adult learning methods and tools.
    Experience in the design, management and implementation of policy oriented assessments and research.
    Interest and capacity to learn about new areas.
    Developed monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning skills.
    Strong analytical skills, sound judgment and the capacity to think and plan strategically, including the ability to produce high quality policy materials and advice for development implementation.
    High level English oral and written communication skills, including representation and liaison skills.
    Excellent communication, interpersonal, networking and negotiation skills, including in a cross-cultural context as a team player.
    Experience collaborating with local NGOs preferred.
    Excellent coordination and facilitation skills.
    Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

    Disclaimer Clause: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
    CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

  • Lecturer – School Of Clinical Medicine Lecturer – School Of Pharmacy Lecturer – Medical School Lecturer – School Of Social Sciences Lecturer – School Of Law

    Lecturer – School Of Clinical Medicine Lecturer – School Of Pharmacy Lecturer – Medical School Lecturer – School Of Social Sciences Lecturer – School Of Law

    Job Description

    School of Clinical Medicine:

    Forensic Medicine,
    Accident and emergencies,
    Clinical medicine
    Health records

    Requirements:

    An earned Ph.D. in the relevant field from an accredited and recognized University; and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable);

    OR

    A Master’s degree from an accredited and recognized University (in special cases) with at least three (3) years teaching experience at University level or in a research or industry;
    Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
    At least four (4) years teaching experience at university level
    Been registered by the relevant Professional Body (where applicable)

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Lecture planning, preparation and research.
    Contact/teaching time with students.
    Checking and assessing students’ work.
    Encouraging personal development via tutorial/pastoral work.
    Invigilating examinations.
    Attending staff meetings.
    Providing guidance to students in practical areas
    Assessing students on Industrial attachment/Teaching Practice
    Setting, moderating and marking examinations

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  • Data Quality Assessment Consultant Evaluation Team Leader Report Writer Senior Strategy Specialist

    Data Quality Assessment Consultant Evaluation Team Leader Report Writer Senior Strategy Specialist

    Reports To: Chief of Party or Designee
    Type: Consultant
     
    Overview:
     
    International Business and Technical Consultants Incorporated (IBTCI) is seeking a Data Quality Assessment (DQA) Consultant. He or she will be responsible for a number of activities to ensure that the USAID/EA/Somalia Office is aware of 1) the strengths and weakness of data collected by the Office from its implementing partners; 2) the extent to which the data can be trusted to influence management decisions. 
     
    This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya and requires short trips throughout Somalia. The estimated start date is October /November 2018 and the position will continue intermittently until February 2019.
     Essential Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:  
     
    The Data Quality Assessment (DQA) Consultant must:

    Review documentation, including past DQAs, the USAID/Somalia Performance Management Plan, and Implementing Partner (IP) Activity Monitoring & Evaluation Plans.
    Communicate with IPs such that they are adequately prepared for the DQA.
    Train IPs using a mix of teaching techniques such as lectures, discussions and practice exercises to ensure that trainees are able to internalize information provided and apply their learning.
    Ensure that all necessary information is collected during meetings with IPs and site visits; travel to the sites and report findings.
    Review each indicator against the quality standards and complete a DQA checklist and where appropriate a System Assessment Protocol at the USAID, IP and IP sub-contractors level (as appropriate); based on this review, and identify actionable recommendations to address any emerging data quality issues.
    Facilitate a series of validation and findings dissemination workshops with each IP and their COR/AOR. 
    Submit a detailed DQA report to IBTCI/SPSS.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Extensive experience in conducting rigorous and evidence-based DQAs;
    Strong understanding of stabilization, electoral systems, and democracy and governance programming;
    Proven ability to review and update training materials and conduct trainings, findings dissemination sessions using DQA findings;
    Knowledge of USAID requirements on DQAs; and
    In-depth understanding of USAID performance management standards and guidelines.

    Minimum Requirements:

    At least eight years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably with experience working on USAID projects.
    Extensive experience in conducting rigorous and evidence-based DQAs.
    Willingness and ability to travel to Somalia.
    Fluency in spoken and written English.

    Education:  Graduate degree in a relevant field preferred.
     
    Working Environment:  Work is typically performed in an office environment.
     
    Physical Requirements:  This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 20 lbs.
    Supervisory Responsibility:  This position does have supervisory responsibilities.
     
    Travel: International travel to Somalia is required.
     
    No phone calls please.  All candidates will be acknowledged, but only final candidates for particular activities will be contacted.
     
    IBTCI is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable anti-discrimination laws.  We prohibit and do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

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  • Qualitative Survey Supervisor Qualitative Research Survey Interviewer

    Qualitative Survey Supervisor Qualitative Research Survey Interviewer

    Assignment Duration: 2 Weeks (From Mid September, 2018)
    Based in Baringo, Samburu, Turkana, Tana River, Marsabit, Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, and Isiolo
    Kimetrica is recruiting 8 motivated and proactive individuals as Qualitative Survey Supervisorsfor this project.
    This will be a short-term assignment.
    Position Summary: The Qualitative Survey Supervisor will oversee the implementation of large household surveys in Kenya and Africa. He/She will ensure that the survey enumeration targets are met or exceeded, and quality standards are rigorously enforced, within the budget and time constraints.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Travel to the study areas/ sites selected for the qualitative study in any of the nine counties of Kenya (Baringo, Garissa, Isiolo, Mandera, Marsabit, Samburu, Tana River, Turkana and Wajir).
    Lead the selection of study participants (based on the set rules) by liaising with respective local authorities.
    Closely work with the Kimetrica/ Tango team leaders to facilitate conducive environment for the qualitative interviewers.
    Conduct Indepth Interviews and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs)
    Submit cleaned versions of the Indepth Interviews and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs)
    Review and refine the reports of qualitative interviewers and submit to the team leader.
    Attend a three days training to be provided by the subject matter specialists

    Key Requirements
    Education
    Preferred: Master’s Degree or PHD in the Social Sciences, Agriculture, Nutrition or Public Health or any other relevant field.
    Prior Work Experience:
    Minimum 5-years implementing qualitative surveys
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English, Kiswahili and local language in Baringo, Garissa, Isiolo, Mandera, Marsabit, Samburu, Tana River, Turkana and Wajir.
    Strong analytical skills
    Proven track record in training and capacity development
    Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
    Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Ability to monitor, gather and evaluate information of broad scope and complexity
    Some experience with qualitative data management software and mobile‐based applications would be preferred but is not required.

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  • Consultancy – Support To The Adolescent Health Survey, Kenya

    Consultancy – Support To The Adolescent Health Survey, Kenya

    Job description

    To support the TWG to conceptualize adolescent health and well-being components of survey based on global and Kenya context, taking into account intentional gender analysis
    To develop and validate the survey protocol, training manuals, data collection tools and Fieldwork SOPs
    To organize and provide technical and logistical support for all survey procedures including protocol development, training, data collection, data analysis, report writing, presentation preparation, briefing notes, and validation and dissemination.

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  • Part Time Lecturers Deputy Finance Officer Assistant Registrar (Iso And Performance Contract)

    Part Time Lecturers Deputy Finance Officer Assistant Registrar (Iso And Performance Contract)

    ACADEMIC DIVISION
    Part Time Lecturers Positions

    School of Business and Economics Ref: MUT 1/07/18
    School of Pure and Applied Science Ref: MUT 2/07/18
    School of Engineering and Technology Ref: MUT 3/07/18
    School of Computing and Information Technology Ref: MUT 4/07/18
    School of Education Ref: MUT 5/07/18
    School of Hospitality and Tourism Management Ref: MUT 6/07/18

    Part Time Lecturers (for Ph.D., Masters, Undergraduate, Diploma and Certificate Courses)
    Requirements for the position of Lecturer

    An earned Ph.D. or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant field from an accredited and recognized University; and be registerable with relevant professional body (where applicable).

    OR

    A Masters degree in relevant field from an accredited and recognized University (in special cases) with at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level or in research or in industry; and
    A minimum of twenty four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from referred journal papers; and
    Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable)

    Requirements for part time teaching for Diploma and Certificate Courses

    Bachelor Degree in the relevant field
    See the following schedules for details of specific requirements per School

    Additional Requirements
    In addition to the qualifications set above, the shortlisted applicants for the position of Deputy Finance Officer and Assistant Registrar (ISO & PC) will be required to bring along the following clearance certificates in accordance with Chapter Six of the Kenyan Constitution:

    Kenya Revenue Authority
    Higher Education Loans Board
    Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
    Criminal Investigation Department
    Credit Reference Bureau

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  • Psychosocial Trainer

    Psychosocial Trainer

    Position Summary:
    The Psychosocial Trainer, under the supervision of the Center Manager, will be responsible for the design, preparation and delivery of holistic safety training and workshops to media practitioners and human rights defenders. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
    General Duties and Responsibilities:

    In coordination with the Center Manager and trainers prepare regionally appropriate trainings and workshop curriculum for East African participants.
    Ensure holistic approach and coordination with the trainers. This includes, but is not limited to, writing and presenting integrated lessons that require simultaneous delivery by the trainers.
    Deliver trainings promoting psychosocial care including risk management, stress management, basic psychosocial planning, incident management, information management and communication.
    Review and help develop and/or contextualize training material with a psychosocial perspective.
    Conduct follow-ups with training participants.
    Provide emergency psychosocial support to individuals with priority to SAFE trainees.
    Contribute to providing risk-reducing security strategies and individual risk mitigation plans to high-risk journalists.
    Assist in conducting solidarity events.
    Support program Monitoring & Evaluation by reporting on activities as required by Center Manager and in coordination with the Training Coordinator and other trainers.
    Under direction of Center Manager, and in coordination with trainers, provide input to and develop standard operating procedures for programmatic operations;
    Report on activities as required by Center Manager.
    Be the staff care focal point person, in which you have to monitor the well-being of the team and organize staff care sessions.
    Other duties as assigned by the Center Manager and Program Director.

    Skills and Experience:

    Masters, PsyD, or PhD in Psychology required;
    3-5 years’ experience conducting trainings, specifically training individuals in security or emergency protocols preferred;
    Experience working with media preferred;
    Must be open to learning and adapting training material for a holistic approach, combining physical and digital curricula and risk management as well as piloting new adult learning techniques;
    Substantial experience working in high-risk environments or emergency situations;
    Analytical capability and experience of report-writing and presenting key findings and recommendations in a clear manner;
    Proficient English required, both speaking and writing;
    Legal resident of Kenya with authorization to work.

    Physical Demands:

    Tasks involve some physical effort, i.e. some standing and walking, or frequent light lifting (2.5-5 kg.); or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of office equipment. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard.
    Extended period of sitting at a workstation or desk. Manual dexterity to work efficiently on a computer keyboard.

    Task requires:

    Sound perception and discrimination
    Visual perception and discrimination
    Oral communications ability.

    Work Environment:
    All employees are responsible for their own safety, as well as that of others in the workplace. To help us maintain a safe workplace, everyone must be safety-conscious at all times. This position is performed in a typical office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Safe use of IREX equipment, as well as safe practices while on IREX property is essential.
    Disability Specifications:
    IREX will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments of 2008.

  • Global Smallholder Farming Manager

    Global Smallholder Farming Manager

    Ref No. 2018/HR/CS-003
    Reporting to Global Head of Smallholder Farming, the Smallholder Farming Manager- Africa will develop, implement and follow-up dedicated business models in the smallholder segment in defined countries and crops in alignment with the global smallholder farming strategy. The major goals are: to improve livelihood of farmers and to ensure sustainable and scalable value creation in the segment. The position is based in Nairobi and major focus will be on Africa Countries.
    Major Tasks and responsibilities

    Characterize the smallholder relevant markets for each country and crop in scope, comprising competitive analyses, agriculture gap analyses and farmers’ needs, portfolio and regulatory assessment, digital assessment, identify the key partners along the value chain and define appropriate business models
    Define the appropriate project platform structure, including value chain partners wherever appropriate, including implementation and scale-up plans, governance and monitoring schemes and digital solutions. For this, the engagement and training of the country smallholder farming manager has to be seen as an additional responsibility at the beginning of each initiated crop/country platform. I Supervise implementation of the Smallholder Farming initiatives in several countries, in close cooperation with the respective country Smallholder Farming managers and take the lead in preparing the implementation of future projects in additional countries and crops
    Contribute to the overall Smallholder farming strategy and community management and represent Bayer, in particular Smallholder Farming, in relevant meetings, trainings and regular partner and stakeholder management activities.
    Analyze and monitor the overall trends in smallholder farming, including the use of digital solutions, and provide long-term planning assumptions, as well as revised financial plans for the respective country/crop platforms
    In liaison with the relevant departments, provide regular project presentations/reports to ensure both internal and external communications and visibility of the Smallholder Farming Initiative.

    Experience /Qualification

    A university degree, preferred MSc., MBA or PhD, in agricultural sciences, international relations, development or policy and or a minimum of 5 -10 years of related professional experience with previous experience in managing international projects, preferably in developing countries
    English language fluency spoken and written is a must.
    Experience with modern digital mobile applications is preferred.
    Excellent organizational, prioritization, communication and presentation skills
    Ability to relate well with people at different levels of authority and maintain excellent working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
    Competencies Customer focus, Drives results, Collaborates, Business insights

  • University Architect Chief Flight Instructor Chief Security Officer Flight Instructor Fire Officer

    University Architect Chief Flight Instructor Chief Security Officer Flight Instructor Fire Officer

    SCALE 14
    MU/ADM/01/06/2018
    Job Description
    The Principal Architect will be the Head the Architectural Section. He/she will be responsible for monitoring of expenditure on the University Building Programmes; the officer will also be in-charge of a number of multidisciplinary working groups employed in the design and construction of various types of University buildings. In addition, the officer will be required to co-ordinate the preparation of forward budget, draft and revised development estimates for development projects. Duties will also entail dealing with policy matters of architectural nature originating from University, University Campuses, research and private consultants, faculties, departments, government ministries; manpower training projections; Council matters, maintenance of discipline and matters relating to the day to day administrative problems of the section. In the absence of the Development Officers, the Principal Architect will be the Head of the entire Development Department.
    Qualifications for Architect Serving Officers
    For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

    served in the grade of Senior Architect or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
    been in possession of the full professional qualifications including
    registration by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors; of Kenya;
    been a member of a recognized Professional Society;
    a thorough knowledge of computer;
    demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
    Must have a Masters Degree in Architecture, Urban/Physical Planning or Business Administration
    A PhD would be an added advantage

    Qualifications for Architect Direct Appointment
    For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

    must have served in the Government or a large professional organization for a minimum period of (12) years.
    Should have a masters degree in any Architectural disciplines
    Must be registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors
    Be a member of a recognized Professional Society
    Be computer literate in relevant packages (Auto card)
    PhD would be an added advantage

    Also the officer at this Grade must meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by providing relevant certificates from the following bodies:-

    Kenya Revenue Authority
    Higher Education Loans Board
    Criminal Investigations Department
    Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
    Credit Reference Bureau
    Relevant professional body

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