Islamic Relief End of Project Evaluation Consultancy Opportunity

End of Project Evaluation
Established in UK in 1984, Islamic Relief is an international NGO seeking to promote sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities in relief and development activities. We aim to help the needy regardless of race, religion and gender. IRK is seeking services of a qualified and experienced consultant(s) to carry out End of Project Evaluation for an ECHO funded nutrition project in Mandera (North and East) and Wajir (West and North) counties with the aim of evaluating the relevance, appropriateness, effectiveness, efficiency and impact of the interventions carried out under this project.The specific objectives of the consultancy are;

Determine to which extent the project’s specific objective has been met, and the extent the intended beneficiaries have been impacted.Assess the project performance in terms of its relevance, appropriateness, timeliness, effectiveness and efficiency.Provide a thorough analysis of data available to produce evidence regarding improvement/ changes or impact realized as a result of this interventionDocument lessons learned related to the programme and provide practical recommendations for improving the execution, replication and up scaling of future similar interventions.Qualifications and Experience of the consultant;Post-graduate degree in Nutrition, WASH, Social Sciences or related field.Relevant experience of conducting evaluations in emergency /humanitarian Programmes;Familiarity with nutrition and/or WASH programming in humanitarian contexts;Experience in the use of participatory methodologies and developing gender sensitive evaluation methodologies;Excellent written and spoken communications skills in English. Knowledge of local languages (Swahili/ Somali) will be a strong advantage.For the full Terms of Reference (TOR) please visit IRK website www.islamicreliefkenya.org Interested persons should send a detailed technical and financial proposal to info@islamic-relief.or.ke or ir2012@gmail.com by 20th December, 2013. Only the shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Islamic Relief Area Manager Job in Wajir, Kenya

Reporting To: Country Director
Matrix Management: Kenya Program
Established in 1984 in the UK, Islamic Relief is an international NGO seeking to promote sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities through relief and development activities.
IR started operations in Kenya in 1993 on one to one orphans sponsorship programme through a local CBO in Mandera District, Northern Kenya. It opened its fully fledged office in March in 2006 at the height of drought in the Horn of Africa.

Since then IR has been providing humanitarian and development assistance to vulnerable communities. Over these years it has implemented various development and relief activities in Mandera.

This has remarkably changed the lives of the vulnerable and disadvantaged communities.

IR aim to help the needy regardless of race, religion or gender and implement our work within the following sectors:Education and Vocational Training § Income GenerationEmergency & Relief Orphans § Health and NutritionWater and sanitation § Disaster PreparednessRamadan and QurbaniTo act as key Islamic Relief’s Representative in the County and to manage and coordinate the effective and efficient implementation of IRW programmes.The Area Manager will be reporting to the CD on all aspects of the implementation of the humanitarian programme with a day to day contact and dotted line to the Head of Programmes (HoP).These include Project Development (Design Project proposal followed by assessment), Monitoring, Reporting and Administration. Representation of the organisation and coordination with other players is central.Main Duties and Responsibilities:Representing Islamic Relief, co-ordination and negotiation with all relevant stakeholders, such as local authorities, community leaders, representatives of NGOs and government.Undertake assessments and design new interventions as appropriate. Prepare scenario plans and manage assessments of emergency situations.Managing the operational security of the programme and staff. Keep the CD and the HoP at the Country office updated on the security situation / incidents related to the programme, including devising and implementing security and evacuation plans.Developing programme policies and preparing plans, budgets and resource requirements to meet planned objectives. Responsibility for all administrative aspects of the running of the project, including establishing and maintaining systems to monitor, evaluate and report on the project.Monitoring and controlling budget and finance issues related to the project. Ensuring narrative reporting and financial accounting as appropriate e.g. produce programme update reports for use in internal communications.Ensuring that the programme is implemented in a consultative, participative and gender sensitive way.Effective management of personnel associated with the project .Recruitment of local staff and management of all staff in line with IR policies.Identify staffing needs, undertake recruitment of staff and manage the performance and development of all direct reports, ensuring performance objectives are produced and worked to, including identification of effective delivery training and development needs.To be familiar with and abide by the Islamic Relief Code of conduct and other regulatory codes.Five years previous experience in project management (in humanitarian work) and a proven record of effective management in a high impact emergency situation (University graduate or MSC holder is preferable).Ability to work on your own initiative as well as a part of a teamProven analytical skills and ability to think strategicallyFluency in English – written and verbalEffective IT skills (Word and Excel)Financial reporting and planning skillsReport writing and research skillsCommunication and negotiation skillsProblem solvingSensitivity to cultural difference and ability to work in a variety of cultural contexts.Sympathetic with aims & objectives of Islamic Relief, empathy with understanding of the basic teachings and values of Islam.Energetic and able to operate in situations which may be arduous.How to Apply:

Send in your updated CV with cover letter and 3 professional references to  HR.Kenya@islamic-relief.or.ke. clearly mentioning the position you are applying for in the Subject. CVs will be screened on an ongoing basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: CVs will be screened on an ongoing basis and Interviews will be conducted STRICTLY in Nairobi office,only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Islamic Relief Special Need Education (SNE) Teacher Job in Dadaab Kenya

Islamic Relief is an international NGO, established in 1984 in the UK, seeking to promote sustainable Economic and social development by working with local communities through relief and developmental activities. We aim to help the needy regardless of Race, Religion, Color and Gender. Islamic Relief is currently running Programmes in several sectors that include Education, Health & Nutrition, Water & Sanitation, Livelihoods Support and Child Welfare. IRK also implements seasonal Food Security Programmes including the Ramadan Food Distribution and Qurbani.
 Position: Special Need Education (SNE) Teacher
Overall responsibility to implement and evaluate curriculum in least restrictive environment to children with SNE and impart knowledge, skills, develop personality and character that will provide a lasting and inspiring impact on their lives.
 1. Curriculum implementation and evaluationTo prepare all professional records for curriculum implementationDevelop teaching/learning resources for effective and motivating lessonsKeep all records and use them to improve performanceConduct continuous assessment tests and terminal exams mark and record results.Train children in co-curricular activities so as to compete othersParticipate in curriculum review2. Training teachers on modern trends in special needs educationTrain teachers in new teaching pedagogy that is responsive to SNE childAssist the teachers develop basic theoretical and practical knowledge about the teaching profession.Train teachers on production of low cost teaching materialsFacilitate training of teachers in maintenance of equipmentParticipate in workshops and seminars for teachers particularly Saturday TOT.Develop in the teacher the ability to communicate effectively.3. Management of compensatory equipment for children with SNEAssess children and prescribe the right equipment for use.Train children on the proper use any equipment given to boost residual ability.Sensitize other children and school community on special equipmentTo ensure that given equipment are put to proper useEnsure maintenance and repair of equipment are done regularly4. Facilitate Community participation in promoting special needs educationGuide parents to form parents groups for children with SNETrain parents of children on basic concepts for upbringing of their childrenParticipate in society meetings for children with SNEInvolve the refugee community through the school PTA in special needs issuesAssist the community to give children with SNE equal opportunity in learning through mobilizationEncourage the school committee to make the school compounds environmentally friendly and barrier free.5. Managing Classroom resourcesResponsible for proper management of classroom resources issued for promoting teaching/learning environment i.e. textbooks, teaching aids and desks and others materials.Accountable for keeping proper and accurate lists of books issued to students and ensure school authority kept aware of any discrepancies.Ensure proper utilization compensatory equipment during classroom instructionEnsure proper storage and safety of equipment after use by children6. Promote partnership with local educational InstitutionsConduct community mobilization and sensitization on significance of Special needs education.Regularly monitor the attendance, scholastic performance and learning needs of the children with special needs in the camp in close liaison with other special institutions.Initiate close relationship with teachers of local Kenyan Special Institutions so as to share approaches for effective teaching in refugee-local schoolsDevelop refugee inter-camp competition in co- curricular activities as sports, games, drama and music festivals. Also train children so as to participate in games and sports for students with special needs nationally and beyond.7. Development of Human Potential in StudentsPrepare high achieving pupils’ for post primary educationDevelop the pupils’ potential abilities to their maximum through a variety of experiences.Develop in pupils’ an awareness and appreciation of innovation in the field of education and an ability to utilize them.Develop in the pupils’ an awareness of the principles which underline good human relationship and use of these in their dealings with the community.Prepare the pupils’ to face life with self-confidence and independence.Promote clear logical thought and critical judgment.Offer career guidance to pupils’.Conduct counseling for pupils’ in need of counseling. Liaise with parents of individual learners for effective delivery of counseling services.Work in a team spirit with other teachers to promote understanding of school mission and goals successfully.Establish closer relationship with other Islamic Relief sector colleagues to strengthen the existing positive image of the refugee education sector.Take advantage of the available opportunities in Islamic Relief to foster self-development.Has full authority on matters pertaining to effective curriculum implementation in assigned classroom tasks and is the point person for children with special needs in education.Has the mandate on what action should be taken against deviant learnersAdvisor of the head teachers, inspector of special needs and adult education and education supervisor on all matters related to curriculum, teaching and co-curricula activities.Has to give professional guidance on matters touching on special needs education.Work closely with other sectors and in collaboration with UNHCR, partner agencies on education issues for children with special needs.
 The position is in IFO refugee camp in the North Eastern Province of Kenya.The climate is harsh (semi-arid) and area prone to banditry menace.Teaching will essentially be carried out in refugee schools.Education: Degree or Diploma in Special Needs EducationExperience: Primary and secondary school teacher of children with SNECertificate: Has attended short courses on special needs educationCompetencies: Assessment teacher of children with special needs and teacher trainerTeaching License : Must have registration certificate from TSCSend in your updated CV with cover letter and 3 professional references to info@islamic-relief.or.ke or ir2012hr@gmail.com to reach us not later than Friday 14th June, 2013 clearly mentioning the position you are applying for. CVs will be screened on an ongoing basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Islamic Relief PI Teacher Job in Dadaab Kenya

Islamic Relief is an international NGO, established in 1984 in the UK, seeking to promote sustainable Economic and social development by working with local communities through relief and developmental activities. We aim to help the needy regardless of Race, Religion, Color and Gender. Islamic Relief is currently running Programmes in several sectors that include Education, Health & Nutrition, Water & Sanitation, Livelihoods Support and Child Welfare. IRK also implements seasonal Food Security Programmes including the Ramadan Food Distribution and Qurbani.
 Overall responsibility to implement and evaluate curriculum in primary school and impart knowledge, skills, develop personality and character that will provide a lasting and inspiring impact on their lives to develop positive attitude.
 1. Curriculum implementation and evaluationTo prepare all professional records for curriculum implementationDevelop teaching/learning resources for effective and motivating lessonsKeep all records and use them to improve performanceConduct continuous assessment tests and terminal exams mark and record results.Train children in co-curricular activities so as to compete othersParticipate in curriculum review2. Training teachers on modern trends in special needs educationTrain teachers in new teaching pedagogy that is responsive to current trends in educationAssist untrained incentive teachers develop basic theoretical and practical knowledge about the teaching profession.Train teachers on production of low cost teaching materialsFacilitate training of teachers in maintenance of equipmentParticipate in workshops and seminars for teachers particularly Saturday TOT.Develop in the teacher the ability to communicate effectively.3. Facilitate Community participation in promoting primary educationGuide parents to form parents groups for classes of their childrenTrain parents of children on basic concepts for upbringing of their childrenParticipate in PTA meetings for the schools where they workInvolve the refugee community through the school PTA to support educationEncourage the community to give girls equal chance in education through mobilizationEncourage the school committee to make the school compounds environmentally friendly and barrier free.4. Managing Classroom resourcesResponsible for proper management of classroom resources issued for promoting teaching/learning environment i.e. textbooks, teaching aids and desks and others materials.Accountable for keeping proper and accurate lists of books issued to students and ensure school authority kept aware of any discrepancies.Ensure proper utilization any used equipment used during classroom instructionEnsure proper storage and safety of equipment after use by children5. Promote partnership with local educational InstitutionsConduct community mobilization and sensitization on significance of primary education.Regularly monitor the attendance, scholastic performance and learning needs of the children in the school in close liaison with IRW Kenya program education SMT.Initiate close relationship with teachers of local Kenyan primary schools to share approaches for effective teaching in refugee-local schoolsDevelop refugee inter-school competition in co- curricular activities as sports, games, drama and music festivals. Also train children so as to participate in games and sports.6. Development of Human Potential in StudentsPrepare high achieving pupils’ for post primary educationDevelop the pupils’ potential abilities to their maximum through a variety of experiences.Develop in pupils’ an awareness and appreciation of innovation in the field of education and an ability to utilize them.Develop in the pupils’ an awareness of the principles which underline good human relationship and use of these in their dealings with the community.Prepare the pupils’ to face life with self-confidence and independence.Promote clear logical thought and critical judgment.Offer career guidance to pupils’.Conduct counseling for pupils’ in need of counseling. Liaise with parents of individual learners for effective delivery of counseling services.Work in a team spirit with other teachers to promote understanding of school mission and goals successfully.Establish closer relationship with other IRW Kenya program colleagues to establish the a positive image of the IRW Kenya program education sector.Take advantage of the available opportunities in education to foster self-development professionally.Has full authority on matters pertaining to effective curriculum implementation in assigned classroom tasks and is the point person for primary children in their school.Has the mandate on what action should be taken against deviant learnersAdvisor of the head teacher and education community teachers on all matters related to curriculum, teaching and co-curricular activities.Work closely with other sectors and in collaboration with UNHCR, partner agencies on education issues to promote teaching/learning.
 1. The position is in Ifo refugee camp in the North Eastern Province of Kenya.
2. The climate is harsh (semi-arid) and area prone to banditry menace.
3. Teaching will essentially be carried out in refugee schools.
 Qualifications / Experience / CompetenciesEducation: BEd primary option or P1 teachers certificateExperience: Primary teacher for a minimum of two yearsTeaching License : Must have registration certificate from TSCCompetencies: Outstanding performance in music and sportsSend in your updated CV with cover letter and 3 professional references to info@islamic-relief.or.ke or ir2012hr@gmail.com to reach us not later than Friday 14th June, 2013 clearly mentioning the position you are applying for. CVs will be screened on an ongoing basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.