Solidarités International Field Coordinator Job in North Horr Base, Marsabit County, Kenya

Country and Base Assignment: Kenya – Based in North Horr, Marsabit County Duration: 1 year(with extension possibility) Start Date: 16th September 2013
Solidarités International is an international humanitarian organization which provides aid and assistance to victims of war or natural disaster. For over 30 years the association has focused on meeting three vital needs - water, food and shelter - by carrying out emergency programs followed by longer-term reconstruction projects. Whilst fully respecting the assisted populations’ customs and culture, Solidarités International’s programs are implemented through the joint expertise of around 180 expatriates and 1500 local managerial staff and employees. 
Solidarités International is currently present in Africa (Central African Republic, South Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Mali, Niger, Mauritania, Chad, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast), in Asia (Afghanistan, Thailand, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Pakistan), in the Middle East (Syria and Lebanon) and in Haiti.
In Kenya and Somalia, Solidarités international is implementing a WASH and Food Security/Livelihood assistance program to support populations in south central Somalia and north Kenya), and drought and conflict affected population in central and south Somalia.The projects are managed from the field offices with the support of the coordination office in Nairobi. We are seeking for an available qualified person to fill the Field Coordinator Position for our North Horr Base.
The Field Coordinator is responsible of the overall conduct of the programs in each and all of its components: representation, management, activities, needs evaluation, logistics, security management and administration.
S/he manages his/her team to achieve the humanitarian objectives as defined per the proposals and according to SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL principles.
The Field Coordinator is currently responsible of two projects implemented by North Horr staff:
1/ “Water, sanitation, and hygiene programme to reduce water-borne diseases for the most vulnerable communities in rural areas of northern Kenya”
2/ “Improving the drought resilience of populations in Northern Kenya”
Org Chart Position (reporting and functional relationships)
Line manager: Deputy Country Director
 Line report: 2 Program Managers, 1 Logistic and 1 Administrator Officers
 Functional report(s): The entire North Horr staff
Note: this list gives the framework of your activities but it is not exhaustive. You may be asked to complete other duties.The security management and context analysis is under the responsibility of the Field Coordinator. Monitor the security situation (by gathering of information about the context of the mission, incidents, political changes or any information related to security) in the North Horr region and ensure the senior management (Country Director and Deputy Country Director) are continually and regularly updated and informed of developments with implications for staff safety and for program implementation.Coordinate with the senior management on staff movement, relocation and/or evacuations.Supervise allocation of resources (employment, renting of cars, contracts) regarding security issues.Supervise the organisation of distributions (criteria of selection, security management).Participate in the regions security meetings.Ensure good relationship with the local authorities and every actor involved with security issues in the region (NGOs UN Agencies etc...).Brief every newcomer to the compound about the security rules and about the context.Organize the sharing of information with the team.Human Resources/ AdministrationEnsure that performance evaluations for all staff are conducted on time, and review all evaluations to ensure quality and consistency.Ensure that all SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL staffs are in compliance with the organization’s mandatory reporting policies.Monitor and recruit the staff necessary to the project’s implementation in accordance with SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL standard practices.Ensure SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL rules and regulations are adhered by all the national staff.Propose updates concerning HR package according to the needs (salaries per diem, training, break).Ensure that stress management procedures are in place and are respected.Anticipate and plan human resources requirements.Organize and help to solve team conflicts and make sure working conditions are as good as possible.Oversee the logistics support operations in coordination with logistics staff, including procurement (both local and through Nairobi), stock management, asset management, vehicle operations, communications, equipment maintenance and repair (including communications and computer equipment).Initial task focus will be on the implementation and training of SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL logistic procedures in collaboration with the Admin / Log.In this particular context of the starting of a new project, pay attention to the details of the base setup in link with the Admin / Log.Ensure compliance with SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL and donor logistics policies.Ensure accurate staff movement planning.Oversee the financial management of field office operations by the finance, admin/logistics and program staff, including cash management, issuing and tracking advances, ensuring complete and correct use of all finance forms; timely notice to Nairobi of cash transfer needs.Ensure compliance with SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL and donor finance policies.Pay attention to the right implementation and training of SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL administrative procedures in collaboration with the Admin / Log.Representation / CommunicationsRepresent SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL in dealings with local authorities (administrative, sector and security officials as well as traditional elders), other implementing agencies, partner organisations and other stakeholders and make sure good relations are maintained.Coordinate SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL program activities with relevant officials and other humanitarian agencies and maintain a pro-active relationship with them.Assist in the preparation of regular reports (and participate in meetings) to keep partners and stakeholders informed of SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL activities.When relevant, represent SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL in the field meetings with the donors.Responsible of the preparation of weekly reports with the participation of the project team.Prepare and finalise the monthly Project Implementation Plans (PIP).Prepare donors reports (interim and final reports).Document and report any security incident to Nairobi immediately.Focal point for all the communication with the Deputy Country Director.Direct management of all North Horr project staff.With assistance from the Deputy Country Director, ensure quality and timely implementation of all grants by program staff; oversee the development of detailed project work plans (monthly and weekly) for all programs.Organize the planning and supervision of the operations staff work.Ensure that performance evaluations are conducted regularly and job descriptions are relevant and updated for the staff under his responsibility.Responsible for the development of work plans with the other staff.Ensure that the principles and SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL Charter are known, respected and put to action.Organize the formal and informal communication in the team.Ensure that SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL Management tools are properly used.Assist in identifying new program possibilities in collaboration with field and Nairobi-based program staffs.Assist in the development of new proposals by program staff as required.Oversee, in coordination with Admin / logistics, that all budget expenditures in area of operation and ensure they are allowable and allocable according to SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL and donor regulations.Review monthly budget vs. actual expenditure reports with field staff, and make recommendations on the basis of these and ensure that appropriate action is taken in a timely fashion.Ensure appropriate M&E activities are carried out regularly by operations support staff and assist the DCD in overseeing program M&E (data collection & analysis, monitoring of project progress against established work plans, monitoring of established indicators and utilization of results to inform program design).Responsible for the progress and the quality of the program.Monitor the humanitarian context in the area and identify population needs.Responsible for making sure that SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL activities are relevant to the humanitarian needs of the populations.Contribute to the integration of program activities to create coherent, quality and complimentary programming.Participate in workshops to establish and monitor annual operating plans for the strategic plan.Responsible to development of lessons learnt on strategic approaches (procurement, payment, recruitment …).Qualifications and experience:
Masters degree (or Bachelor degree with 5 years of work experience) in International Relations, Social Science, Business Administration, Agriculture, and Engineering or related.Training or specialization in a technical field (Project management, WASH, Agriculture).Minimum 5 years increasingly responsible working experience in Project Management and in the NGOs sectorAt least 2 year of field experience with an NGOs operatingExperience in proposal and report writing.Proven managerial record and experience in managing large staff and programsPrevious experience in working in insecure environment and Security managementAdvanced proposal and report drafting skills required.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesWell organized and able to prioritize under stressful situations and tight deadlinesAbility to perform assigned tasks with minimal supportExcellent communication, coordination and negotiation skillsTeam leader and pro-activeMature personality with proven analytical thinking,Decision making and conflict resolution capacity.Ability to cope with high stress levels.Flexible and willing to perform tasks outside of core duties.Ability to respect and abide rules and regulations.Dynamic in rapid changeDemonstrated interest in geopolitics.Excellent English (writing and oral)Fluent in KiswahiliKnowledge of French is an added advantage
Excellent competency in Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Send a cover letter and CV to the following email address: jobapplication@solidarites-kenya-som.org. Please indicate the job title and location in the email subject line clearly.
Deadline for applications: 3rd September 2013.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.
Solidarités International is an equal opportunity employer

HealthRight International Operations Research Manager Job in Marakwet, North Rift Valley, Kenya

Title: Operations Research Manager
Reports To: PMNH+ Project Director
Based In: Marakwet, North Rift Valley, Kenya
Classification: Full Time Employee
 HealthRight International is a global health and human rights organization working to build lasting access to health for excluded communities. Since its founding in 1990 by the late Dr. Jonathan Mann, HealthRight has worked in over 30 countries with current projects in Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe, Latin America, and the United States. HealthRight works closely with communities and establishes local partnerships to deliver health services, while providing training and equipment to improve systems and enable our partners to deliver services on their own. Our goal is to build lasting access to health, helping to realize the right to health for excluded communities.
 The Operations Research Manager (ORM) is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, monitoring, and dissemination of the PMNH+ Operations Research in the field, in collaboration with the HQ Technical Backstop and the Principal Investigator (PI). The ORM will provide technical oversight in the field of all stages of the operations research and will ensure the quality of the research design and implementation.
Required Skills and Experience:MPH, or Masters of relevant health field4-years experience implementing community or facility-based research in KenyaPrevious experience leading at least one quantitative and qualitative research studyTechnical expertise in maternal and neonatal healthAbility to write research briefs for publicationAbility to live and work in Elgeyo Marakwet County, KenyaExcellent English writing skills required.Proficiency in MS Office Word, MS Excel, SPSS or SASS or other relevant data analysis software.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board Consultancy Services for Communication Strategy Implementation Request for Expression of Interest

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board
Request for Expression of Interest
(Consulting Services - Individual Consultant)
Name of Project: Water and Sanitation Services Improvement Project Additional Financing (WaSSIP AF)
 Assignment Title: Consultancy Services for Communication Strategy Implementation
The Government of Kenya has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the WaSSIP Additional Financing, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for payments under the contract for Consultancy Services for Communication Strategy Implementation.
The overall objective of the consulting services (“the Services”) is to facilitate and enhance integration of Communication activities more effectively in the activities and objectives of Lake Victoria North Water services Board so as to increase knowledge of the role and mandate of the Board and build support for approaches that the Board is using to fulfill its mission. The scope of services will include but not limited to the following:Review of the existing Communication StrategyStrengthen the capacity of WSB and WSPs in Communication and Customer CareInformation Dissemination and Flow between Partner Institutions and DonorsEnhancing Stakeholder RelationshipsEnhancing Media RelationshipsProducing and Disseminating Communication MaterialsMonitoring and Evaluation of the implementation of the communication strategyThe Services will be spread over a period of 2 years, with estimated input of 175 days per year.
The Lake Victoria North Water Services Board (LVNWSB) now invites eligible Individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services. The shortlisting criteria are:
1. The proposed consultant must have demonstrable experience undertaking similar consultancy works for at least three renowned clients. (Evidence of previous work undertaken or testimonials is required)
2. The consultant should have the following qualification:A Bachelors’ degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or a relevant Social Science. A Masters’ degree in any of the fields above will be an added advantage.Professional training in communication related disciplines including postgraduate diploma in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies and Public Relations etc.A minimum of five years relevant work experienceThe attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 1.9 of the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants [under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants] by World Bank Borrowers, January 2011, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultancy Selection (ICS) method set out in the Consultant Guidelines.
Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0800 to 1700 Hours from Monday to Friday excluding lunch hour (1300 to 1400Hrs) and public holidays.
Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by fax, or by e-mail) by 01st August 2013, before the close of business.
Chief Executive Officer
Lake Victoria North Water Services Board
Kefinco Building, off Kakamega/Kisumu Road
P. O Box 673 – 50100
Kakamega – Kenya
Tel. +056 – 30795/31552

Adeso Human Resource Manager Job in Badhan North Somalia

Organization: Adeso - African Development Solutions
Position Title: Human Resource Manager - Somalia
Reporting to: Country Director - Somalia
 Working with: Somalia program team, Adeso HR team
 Program / Duty station: Badhan-North Somalia
 Salary scale & range: International, Grade F
 Starting salary: Net Annual USD 30,000-34,728, R &R and guest house accommodation
Adeso, formerly known as Horn Relief, is an expanding and vibrant African based international development and humanitarian organization. At Adeso, we work with African communities who are yet to realize their full potential; working inside these communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive. Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming. We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.
For the past 20 years we have strengthened rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future. At present, Adeso has programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan. Our current donor portfolio includes the European Commission, USAID, SIDA, CIDA, UNICEF, and the Government of Netherlands, among others.
Adeso is an exciting and dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.
Adeso is seeking a qualified and committed individual to join its team as a Human Resource Manager for all operations in Somalia. The position is based in Badhan, Sanaag Region with frequent visits to Country’s field offices.The Human Resource Manager is expected to develop and lead Human Resources practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce. The overall objective of the position is to provide practical, consistent, and proactive support, direction and advice to other managers on HR procedures, policies, best practices, employment rewards, benefits, and legislation to facilitate in achieving the objectives and targets of the organization. The Human Resource Manager will ensure strategic use of human resources and maintain functions such as employee compensation, recruitment, personnel policies, and regulatory compliance. She/he will provide day to day advice and support that would provide efficient Human Resources function to staff and management in the Adeso programs.
Specific Roles and Responsibilities
The Human Resource manager will undertake a number of duties and responsibilities, including:
 1) Supervision and Management of staffProvide direction and supervision of HR/Administration staff, including preparation of job descriptions, monitoring and providing feedback on performance, and providing coaching for performance results.Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of HR/Administration staff.2) Policy and Employment Law Implementation, Interpretation and EnforcementDeveloping, reviewing and revising HR policies in compliance with changing or new legislation. Study legislation, arbitration decisions, and collective bargaining contracts to assess industry trends.Briefing new managers on the policies and procedures as well as legislative/labor law changes.Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts, and providing pragmatic and consistent guidance and advice to managers on performance and other human resource issues.Coordinating with other department heads and field officers to ensure consistency in interpretation and application of HR policies.3) Strategic Employee ManagementPerform human resource management work relating to recruitment, hiring, orientation, compensation and benefits, performance management, capacity building, and transitions (i.e., promotion, transfer or separation).Recruitment: Develop TORs, advertise position, short list candidates, interview candidates, conduct reference checks and advise successful/unsuccessful candidates, and prepare contracts for new hires. Ensure that all vacancy bulletins are circulated to field offices and that standard Adeso forms are made available to the field.Orientation: Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives. Arrange and monitor induction for all staff and ensure that meetings are arranged, objectives met and that feedback is obtained. Ensure that the induction pack is maintained and kept up to date.Capacity Building: Work with managers and Human Resource point-persons in the field to build their confidence and capacity to carry out their human resource management duties.Personnel File Management and Contracts Administration: Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, and absenteeism rates, Leaves etc.Compensation and Benefits Management: Payroll administration, liaising with Coordination team on salary levels for existing and prospective staff consistent with organization market conditions and policies. Administer and keep information on benefits and compensation packages up-to-date. Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements. Administer compensation, benefits and performance management systems.Performance Management and Staff Development: Oversee integrity of performance management process, including utilization of relevant forms, and ensure appraisals are conducted on a regular basis and completed in timely manner. Analyze training needs to design employee development, and build up a database of global training providers; provide information to the field and arrange attendance at training courses. To produce an annual Program Training Needs Analysis based on Performance Management reports received. Monitor the training budget and if agreed to administer Staff Training Development Fund (If any).Personnel Transitions: ensure proper documentation to support promotions, transfers and separations. Ensure completion of handover and conduct exit interviews with outgoing staff to identify reasons for employee separations.Liaise with legal advisor on employee grievances, interpretation and compliance of labor laws, disputed vendor contracts, etc. Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.Analyze statistical data and reports to identify and determine causes of personnel problems and turnover and develop recommendations for improvement of organization's personnel policies and practices.Conduct risk assessments on staff health, safety and security issues.Serve as a member of the Coordination Team to advise and implement decision of senior management;Serve as member of the Audit Committee implementing organizational responses to audit management letters;Serve in acting capacity in absence of the Director.Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration and Post graduate technical training is an added advantage.3-5yrs HR/Administration experience with an NGO.Substantial knowledge of Kenyan and Somalia employment law; and immigration procedures in relation to obtaining work permits.Ability to influence and persuade senior management level.Ability to travel frequently in Somalia and work from different Adeso offices as needed.Pragmatic problem-solving skills.Articulate communicator and ability to interpret and explain written and statistical data to a wide range of audiences.High standard of attention to detail.Solid commitment to employee service.Ability to convey difficult and challenging information to managers.Ability to manage time and prioritize work.Computer skills – word, outlook, Excel and email etc.Ability to occasionally travel to Somalia-Field ProgramA strong commitment to diversity issues, equal opportunities and capacity building.This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team, please submit your application to jobs@adesoafrica.org, quoting the position and reference no. in the email subject matter, by 14th June 2013.
Each application should be addressed to the Human Resource Manager and include the following:An updated CV (maximum 3 pages);An application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact information for three work-related referees.Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Adeso is an equal opportunity employer.