Danya International Regional Behavior Change Communications Manager Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Danya International, Inc.

A Health Communications and Technology Company

Vacancy: Regional Behavior Change Communications Manager
Report To: Regional Behavior Change Communications AdvisorThe Regional Behavior Change Communications Manager will provide technical leadership and implementation oversight for Danya’s evidenced based behavior change communications initiatives in the region. The position will be responsible for providing technical assistance to USG agencies, USG partners, and national government partners, designing and leading high impact communications strategies and implementations.
 
Responsible for leading the behavior change communication technical approach across multiple projectsRepresent Danya before stakeholders and oversee implementation of activities throughout AfricaContribute to annual work planningEstablish and maintain a productive relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, NGOs and community groups for smooth implementationWork collaboratively with other project team members to ensure necessary program planning, development, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficientlyManager BCC project staff in multiple countriesContribute to ensure projects meets set targetsPromote and support the dissemination of best practices among the project teamsContribute to timely, accurate and appropriate reporting of program activities and results to the donor, including progress reports, and annual reportsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Relevant bachelor’s degree with graduate degree preferredA minimum of 6+ years of senior level experience in designing or implementing behavior change communications strategies in multiple countries preferably on US government funded projectsExperience developing consultant TORs and deliverable-based contracts/agreements.Demonstrated experience providing BCC technical assistance to public health and/or food security projectsExpertise in research to practice – identifying relevant research and best practices and adapting them to program realitiesExperience developing successful, replicable and sustainable projectsA team player accustomed to building team capacity, delegating working teams, and developing communities of learning among host country partners and counterpartsExcellent interpersonal, writing, and oral presentation skillsStrong change management, results oriented and decision making skillsAbility to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to performFluency in EnglishAbility to travel nationally and internationallyInterested applicants please email CV together with a covering letter which explains how you meet the criteria in this job description to: recruitmentafrica@DANYA.com with copy to lwoldu@danya.com
Important: Please entitle your email subject line with: Your name, position title and save letter together with CV in one attached file. Deadline for applicants: 15th January 2014

PELUM Kenya Call For Climate Change Adaptation and Natural Resources Management Articles

Call For Climate Change Adaptation and Natural Resources Management Articles by PELUM-Kenya
Participatory Ecological Land Use Management Kenya (PELUM –Kenya) launched its media award in recognition of the contribution of Kenyan Media professionals in increasing awareness on cross cutting issues in Climate change and sound development practices that are important in natural resource management.
The initiative works closely with the media to build their capacity in natural resource management in-order to equip them with skills to progressively document, profile and share best practices from communities in natural resource management, coping and mitigating against changing climate.The awards therefore recognize and celebrate creativity, skill, innovation and determination of Kenyan journalists to get this news out to the nation.

The unique relationship between PELUM Kenya and the media, supports PELUM-Kenya’s mission of promoting ecological land use management practices for improved livelihoods among small holder farmers in Kenya and provides an opportunity for the media fraternity  to tell stories of sustainable agriculture not only to the rest of the world but to our small holder farmers. The media are the voice to and for the civil society organizations, policy makers, and industry for a story that needs to be told and heard.
 Overall Aim: The overall aim is to increase information communication and education on matters concerning climate and Natural Resource Management in Kenya. Climate change is affecting all sectors of development in the country and if not well understood the effects of climate change and destruction of the Natural Resource pose to reverse the gains made so far in improving Kenyans livelihood. Promising options for climate change adaptation and mitigation as well as natural resource management is unknown to many, and there is need to break new ground by sharing these creative innovations to forge ahead in the wake of the challenges posed by climate change.  PELUM-Kenya acknowledges that Journalists play a key role in information, communication and educating the general public and has the best capacity to reach millions of viewers, readers and listeners including those from grassroots communities. 
1st Category: Climate Change Adaptation, Mitigation and Innovations Media Award (CC-AMI Award)
The: Climate Change Adaptation, Mitigation and Innovations Media Award-(CC-AMI Award) is aimed at encouraging journalists to raise awareness and articulate issues of Climate Change focusing on ecological land use practices (pelum). Pelum practices include organic agriculture, sustainable agriculture, ecological farming, and conservation of biodiversity amongst other ecologically friendly practices. The award recognizes efforts of journalists to share stories on innovative approaches in climate change adaptation and mitigation and thus catalyzing transformative change on a significant scale.
 2nd Category: Community Participation in Natural Resource Management (Rights Based Approach)
The Second category is aimed at motivating journalists to share articles that will empower the Community in championing Natural Resource Management to take lead and consequently participate in formulation of the policies in Natural Resource Management This award recognizes unusually keen foresight of journalists to share stories that illuminate the role and involvement of smallholder farming communities in governance, management and efficient utilization of natural resources in Kenya.

Winners:

The Winning entries will receive coveted prizes as a symbol of excellence. The winners 1st, 2nd and 3rd in both categories will be feted during an event to mark Terramadre day on 10th Dec 2013. The theme of the day will be. “Saving Endangered Foods”.

Who can enter?

This award is for Kenyan journalists in print and electronic media i.e. Newspapers/Magazine, TV and radio only that is primarily targeted and received by a Kenyan Audience.

What are we looking for?

The winner of the Award will be determined by a panel of selected experts in the respective categories. The judges will employ stringent evaluation criteria to ensure that the article focusses on sustainable and responsive natural resource management practices which contribute to improvement of livelihoods.
Considerations will be based on the journalists who will have made the most captivating and innovative coverage of Ecological land use management (pelum) practices undertaken by small holder farmers.
The journalist should also tell the story in a balanced, comprehensive and objective manner and communicate ensuring relevance to the audience and display well organized research and insight.
 b) You may enter a maximum of 2 pieces either both in a single category or enter in different categories.
c) The pieces may be in English or Kiswahili.
d) The pieces should have appeared in printed publications or electronic media.
e) Include a copy of your CV and background information on your entries as well as others that you have covered in the past in the categories listed.
 The awards may request proof of initial production and /or publicationsThe awards reserves the right to reclassify incorrectly classified piecesAll entries become the property of the award and cannot be returned. However, all intellectual copyright will be protected.All audio and visual files should be submitted in MP3 or MP4 formats respectively.Submission of articles accompanied by the entry form should be made
i) by dropping them at PELUM Kenya offices, SACDEP Campus, Upper hill Road, Majengo next to Central Memorial Hospital, Thika
ii) by sending an email to PELUM Kenya pelumkenya@pelum.net for print articles only

Media Award Dates: All articles must be received by Sunday, 1st December 2013 at 1700hrs.

Winners will be notified by Friday, 6th December 2013 and will be expected to pick their prizes in person on Tuesday, 10th December 2013 during the Terramadre Day Celebrations.
 Enquiries: You can contact PELUM Kenya on +254 2622674

UNDP Consultant to Develop Business Models for Sustaining Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) Interventions in Mwingi District

United Nations Development Programme

National Individual Consultant

Developing Business Models for Sustaining Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) Interventions in Mwingi District

Background

Kenya’s geographic location makes it inherently prone to cyclical droughts and floods. Moreover, according to the Initial National Communication (INC), such types of cyclical climate-driven events will increase in intensity and frequency due to global climate change. Livelihoods and economic activities in Kenya are highly vulnerable to climatic fluctuations, with the districts of the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) being among the most vulnerable to recurrent droughts, and to long-term climate change. The rural poor are the most vulnerable to the impacts of Kenya’s current climate variability.
In response to this, Kenya Government through the Ministry of State for Development of Northern Kenya and Other Arid Lands received funding from GEF in 2009 to support the Kenya Adaptation to Climate change in Arid Lands (KACCAL) project. The 3-year USD 1.0m fund is managed through UNDP and has from 2011 been supporting poor and vulnerable communities in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) of Mwingi district to enhance their adaptive capacity to drought and flood.
The thrust of the project has been on livelihood diversification and livelihood enhancement interventions.
 (i) Viable Sustainable Business Models Developed for initiatives in each community.
(ii) Organizational structures in each community that will enable successful implementation of the business models Proposed
 Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications which should include the following:
1. UNDP Personal History Form (P11)
3. Proposal for implementing the assignment
Please quote “BUSINESS MODELS FOR SUSTAINING CCA INTERVENTIONS - MWINGI DISTRICT” on the subject line.
Applications should be emailed to consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us not later than Wednesday, 19 June 2013 at 6.00 P.M Kenya Time.

PwC Firms People & Change Manager and Consultants Jobs in kenya

PwC firms help organisations and individuals create the value they’re looking for. We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 180,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.
In Sub-Saharan Africa, we’re the largest provider of professional services with offices in 26 countries and close to 8000 people. This enables us to provide our clients with seamless and consistent service, wherever they’re located on the continent. Our in-depth knowledge and understanding of African operating environments enables us to put ourselves in our clients’ shoes and offer truly tailored Tax, Assurance and Advisory solutions to unique business challenges.
Our People and Change Advisory team focuses on advising organisations in both the public and private sector on the formation of human management performance improvement strategies, frameworks and practices to create value, maximise growth and improve overall HR business performance. More recently, we have been working with our clients to respond to the increasing demands on their operations in the context of the 2010 Kenya Constitution and associated legislation. In addition, we work with our clients experiencing enhanced strategic focus, pressure to improve operational efficiency and manage costs effectively.
We are now looking for dynamic and innovative individuals who are keen to be a part of organisational transformation for the positions of Manager, Senior Consultant and Consultant for our People and Change Practice.Reporting to the People and Change solution leader, the job holder will be responsible for contributing as a member of the People and Change management team, to the development and delivery of the business strategy.
The job holders will also be required to:Undertake business development through active identification of leads, conversion of leads to expressions of interests, proposals and engagements; . Lead and manage the delivery of People and Change consulting assignments in executive selection, organisation reviews, change management, training needs analysis and other HR consulting assignments as may be assigned;Define and manage project resource requirements (including allocation of work) and project economics;Manage risks within the standard PwC’s global policies and procedures;Lead teams of dedicated staff to respond to client requirements;Manage and mentor staff and project teams whilst ensuring they remain motivated; andDevelop staff and ensure adequate skills transfer.We are looking for candidates who hold a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or Human Resource Management. A Masters in Business Administration will be an added advantage. The successful candidates will also have at least five year’s similar experience in a professional services environment. They should also have strong negotiation skills and good attention to detail coupled with excellent presentation and time management skills. They should also have demonstrable leadership skills and the ability to develop others through coaching. The successful candidate will also have the ability to build and maintain a network of client and internal relationships.
 Senior Consultants and Consultants, People and Change
Reporting to the People and Change solution leader and administratively to a People and Change Manager during assignments, the Senior Consultants and Consultants are responsible for providing support to the Managers on HR consulting assignments to clients in both the private and public sector.
The ideal Senior Consultants and Consultants will possess three to five years and one to two years respectively demonstrable experience in a similar organisation or in a organisation with a well developed HR function. The ideal candidates will possess the ability to take responsibility for the delivery of client work coupled with good communication skills, ability to build productive relationships with internal and external clients. They will also possess the ability to analyse problems and deliver innovative solutions. They will have the ability to conduct high quality research and will be team players.The closing date 21 June 2013.