Tdh Psychosocial Counselor Job in Kenya

Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh) is an international NGO focussed on Child Rights. 

To support the development of its Child Protection programme in Garissa County, Tdh is encouraging applications from Kenyan nationals for the role of:

Psychosocial Counselor

Reporting to: Child Protection Project Manager
Duty station: Modogashe, Garissa county
Contract duration: 12 months (with 3-month probation period)

Main responsibilities:

• Implementation of case management activities and child protection training and awareness for various community groups in project sites.
• To conduct psychological individual evaluations for vulnerable children and their families identified through Tdh Health and Child Protection projects.
• To provide psychological support to selected vulnerable cases.
• Supervision of social workers.
• To train and support the Child Protection team members and develop basic knowledge and behaviour to conduct child friendly interviews and to identify vulnerable children and family members to be referred for further psychological assessment.
• To train and support the Health Project team members and develop basic knowledge and behaviour to conduct child friendly interviews and care.

Requirements:

• Minimum bachelor degree in psychology. Clinical experience is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as child psychologist.
• Experience in case management; child protection and conducting of training.
• Knowledge and experience in SGBV.
• Strong experience in working with the community.
• Project reporting and evaluation experience.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Ability to communicate in Somali is a plus.
• Willingness to live at village level in main project sites.

Application modalities:

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a covering letter, CV, references, and copies of academic and professional certificates. 

Applications should be addressed to the Child Protection Program Manager:

Terre des hommes, P.O Box 13668 - 00800 Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
Tdh Office in Garissa

They can also be emailed to cppm.ke@tdh.ch

Closing date for these positions is 4th July 2012.
Only those shortlisted will be contacted for interview a written test and interview.

Tdh’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protect children’s rights, which includes the prevention of all forms of child abuse.

Tdh is an equal opportunity employer. 

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Social work jobs in kenya - County Liaison Officers 47 Job Vacancies at Kenya Institute of Social Work

Kenya Institute of Social Work, a Centre of Excellence in Social Work and Community Development in Kenya seeks to recruit 47 County Liaison Officers to link the Institute activities in the Counties.

We are looking for mature, honest and respected people, with strong mobilization and communication skills.

The following are strongly encouraged to apply;

• Pastors /Priests
• Head teachers
• Youth/Women Group Leaders
• CBOs/FBOs Leaders

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Program Manager Job in Lutheran World Relief (LWR) Nairobi Kenya

Lutheran World Relief (LWR) is a US non-governmental organization that works with Lutherans and partners around the world to end poverty, injustice and human suffering.

LWR - East Africa Regional Office is seeking to recruit a Program Manager for Kenya based in its Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya. All qualified Kenya Nationals are invited to apply for the position

The Program Manager will report to the Country Director, and will be part of the regional team to develop, implement and derive lessons learnt from the regional strategy.

S/he will also ensure that the projects are implemented

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Community Development Expert, Economists, Sociologists, Statisticians and Agro-Economists Jobs in Syron Associates Kenya

Syron Associates is a firm that provides consultancy services to Governments, Nonprofit and profit organizations and learning institutions.

We are currently involved in a number of projects within African countries and are looking for professionals listed below to expand our database of human capital for considerations in current and future job openings.

1) Graduate Economist

Vacancy Notice: GE/021/11

Functional Title: Graduate Economist

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Social Worker – Internship Job in Kenya - Chosen Children of Promise (CCP)

Chosen Children of Promise (CCP) is a Christian-based non-governmental organization that helps people in poverty situations by empowering them with services and training that focus on their spiritual and physical needs. CCP was started as a Kenyan organization in 2004.

Our current focus area is Kawangware and Ngando slums in Nairobi.

Social Worker – Internship

Requirements:

• A born again Christian and be able to share Jesus Christ with children and adults
• Pursuing or holder of a Diploma in social work or community development
• Proven working knowledge and experience working in slums
• A commitment of not less than six months
• Ability to build good relationships with the children and their families
• Committed to promoting and safeguarding children's welfare
• Set and maintain appropriate personal boundaries
• Proactive in approaching social work tasks
• Assist in organizing community events
• Assist in training programs
• Proficiency in both English and Swahili languages
• Demonstrate good writing skills.
• Demonstrated potential team leadership skills
• Business training background/experience will be an added advantage

Personal Skills:

• Interact effectively and respectfully with others
• Communication skills, verbal and written
• Be reliable and dependable
• Time management and time awareness
• Trainable, flexible and willing to learn
• Be organized, including the maintaining of clear and accurate records
• Problem solving skills, able to assess a problem and make wise recommendations
• Reflect upon and evaluate own performance for improvement
• Self-Motivated with a high work ethic
• Computer skills in typing, MS Word, MS Excel
• Be a person of integrity; trustworthy and honest (core value – Integrity)
• Demonstrate quality leadership skills (core value – Value people)
• Be cooperative as a team member, a team player (core value – Unity)
• Maintenance of a positive attitude, proactive in approaching tasks (core value – Positive Attitude)
• Encourager, working for the success of others (core value – Empowerment)
• Being ‘Christ like’ (core values – Evangelism & Discipleship)
• Be respectful of private personal or confidential items (core value – Confidentially)

If you meet these requirements please forward your complete CV, “Attention: Social Worker Internship” to the above address or send it via email to jobs@chosenchildrenofpromise.org

International Justice Mission Social Worker Job in Kenya

International Justice Mission is a human rights agency that secures justice for victims of slavery, sexual exploitation and other forms of violent oppression.

IJM lawyers, investigators and aftercare professionals work with local officials to ensure immediate victim rescue and aftercare, to prosecute perpetrators and to promote functioning public justice systems.

Social Worker

Reporting to the Director of Aftercare, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing healing resources to treat the effects of oppression and victimization and also in empowering victims to lessen re-victimization and encourage long-term success.

He/She will also facilitate aftercare services to IJM clients and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete a needs assessments for all IJM clients in caseload;
• Develop a treatment plan that clearly details how the needs will be met including the exit plan and seeking for the means of meeting the identified needs;
• Participate in interviewing clients, especially sexually abused children, to help the investigating team come up with a comprehensive report;
• Monitor the progress of the Aftercare intervention and report to the Aftercare Director;
• Assess the emotional and psychological needs of clients of police brutality and illegal detention and suggest the best intervention methodology;
• Coordinate counseling for all IJM clients and empower them by having them take the leading role in the healing process e.g. by having them contribute to the process;
• Provide on-going support and encouragement to clients and family during the court process and provide them with information regarding the case at the appropriate time;
• Facilitate placement of Aftercare clients into education and vocational training opportunities and work towards permanency goals that are in the best interest of children;
• Provide community education and training on protection against sexual abuse and assault; and any other duty as may be assigned by the management.

Required Skills and Experience

• BA Degree in Social Work/Counseling Psychology with 2 years’ experience in social work field;
• Expertise in Microsoft office software – specifically Word, Power Point and Excel;
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and Kiswahili;
• Excellent listening, typing and report writing skills.

Critical Qualities

• Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed, diplomatic, flexible and an effective team player.
  

Send Resume, Cover Letter & Statement of Faith* by July 15th 2011 (*description of your Christian faith and how you find it relevant to your position at IJM, including spiritual disciplines – prayer, study etc.)

By E-mail (preferred method): Kenya@ijm.org

By Mail:

International Justice Mission
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 25743 00603, Nairobi
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Social Worker Job in Kenya - International Justice Mission

International Justice Mission is a human rights agency that secures justice for victims of slavery, sexual exploitation and other forms of violent oppression.

IJM lawyers, investigators and aftercare professionals work with local officials to ensure immediate victim rescue and aftercare, to prosecute perpetrators and to promote functioning public justice systems.

Social Worker

Reporting to the Director of Aftercare, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing healing resources to treat the effects of oppression and victimization and also in empowering victims to lessen re-victimization and encourage long-term success.

He/She will also facilitate aftercare services to IJM clients and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete a needs assessments for all IJM clients in caseload;
• Develop a treatment plan that clearly details how the needs will be met including the exit plan and seeking for the means of meeting the identified needs;
• Participate in interviewing clients, especially sexually abused children, to help the investigating team come up with a comprehensive report;
• Monitor the progress of the Aftercare intervention and report to the Aftercare Director;
• Assess the emotional and psychological needs of clients of police brutality and illegal detention and suggest the best intervention methodology;
• Coordinate counseling for all IJM clients and empower them by having them take the leading role in the healing process e.g. by having them contribute

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social work jobs in kenya - Training Coordinator and Trainers / Consultants Jobs - Kenya Institute of Social Work

Kenya Institute of Social Work, the leading institution in Social Work and Community Development in Kenya is seeking applications to fill the following positions.

Training Coordinator

Qualifications

• A Degree in Community Development/Business Administration/Project Management
• A minimum of 4 years in training and management
• Ability to write proposals and strong leadership skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Excellent analytical and computer skills.

Trainers / Consultants

• Logistics and Procurement management
• Project Planning and Management
• TOT/TOF
• Business Management/Public relations
• Disaster management
• Counseling and Psychology

Qualifications

• A Degree in a relevant field and three years in training
• Ability to design training activities and handouts

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Centre Director Job Vacancy - Islamic Children Orphanage in Mombasa

A position has arisen for the position of a Director of an Islamic Children Orphanage in Mombasa.

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Ensure smooth running of the centre under the supervision of the Board of Governors and Trustees.
• Be responsible for preparing the budget of the centre as well as maintaining efficient budgeting, accounting and indenting system to secure ready and adequate means of assessing the centre financial and asset position.

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IFC Operations Officer - SSAWA Program Job in Nairobi Kenya

Title: Operations Officer - SSAWA Program

Job Stream: Technical Assistance & Advisory Services

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Close Date: 03-May-2011

Background / General description:

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector investment arm of the World Bank Group, pursues its mission of creating opportunities for people to escape poverty by promoting private sector development through investment and advisory services.

IFC's Sustainable Business Advisory (SBA) Business Line works with firms in manufacturing, agribusiness, services, and infrastructure to contribute to the creation of inclusive, environmentally sustainable, and efficient markets in developing countries.

An area of focus for IFC SBA business line in Africa is increasing access to safe water and sanitation to the underserved. In support of IFC Africa s growing commitment in this area, a Program Manager for the SSAWA Program is being sought.

IFC s Private Enterprise Partnership (PEP) Africa is implementing the East Africa Sanitation and Safe Water for All Program ("SSAWA", or the Program), to catalyze private sector delivery of water and sanitation services in Africa.

SSAWA interventions include an access to finance component, which incorporates but is not limited to consumer micro-finance, bundling of small loans (e.g. business start-up loans), cooperation with capacity building organizations (such as IFC s SME Solutions Center in Nairobi), commercial financing, support for innovative payment options (e.g., via mobile phone schemes) etc.

Duties and Accountabilities:

The work to be undertaken by the SSAWA Program Manager includes the functions below:

• Project Management. Ensure that the Program is implemented on schedule as well as budget.
• Funds Management: Actively contribute to SSAWA s fundraising efforts and compy to program and project related fiduciary requirements.
• Business Development and Quality Assurance: Develop new projects under or related to the SSAWA umbrella program jointly with World Bank, relevant IFC advisory or investment teams, and quality assure program and project outputs.
• Results Management. Design of M&E frameworks, data collection and result reporting as required by various stakeholders.
• Stakeholder management – Manage and grow key stakeholder relationships such as those with World Bank, government and private sector partners.
• Contract management. Contract and oversee contractors who will be conducting program and project activities. Originate and manage partnership agreements.
• Knowledge Management. Coordinate knowledge management activities with the sustainable water core team based in IFC headquarters (Washington DC) and with other interested parties.

Selection Criteria:

The candidate should demonstrate their ability to work independently and take initiative, as well as their ability to work with others.

S/he would have to be a strong team player, able to take leadership as well as supporting roles.

S/he should be able to handle a variety of activities concurrently in a high-pressure environment and deliver on time and consistently.

S/he should be able to make links between fields, disciplines and people in formulating solutions as well as build alliances and promote open communication and collaboration to achieve objectives.

More specifically, the selection criteria will be:

• Masters level education in business, development, water or sanitation and demonstrated knowledge in policy as well as social/commercial issues related to the safe water or sanitation access agenda.
• Seven or more years of relevant operational experience and proven performance in the water sector, including hands-on involvement in project design, appraisal and management
• Outstanding track-record of proven, results oriented performance/achievement. Dynamic individual, with track record in identifying hidden market opportunities, structuring interventions and implementing them.
• Experience with water and sanitation projects in or at the interface with the public and private sector is a must; experience in IFC operations or in investment operations of a similar kind a plus.
• Successful experience managing relationships, resolving differences, and achieving successful outcomes among multiple and diverse set of stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills. Ability to synthesize multiple/complex messages and to identify appropriate key points for different audiences; fluency in English and ideally other languages.

How to apply

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UNFPA National Project Professional Personnel (NPPP) Job Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy No.: VA/FPA/KEN/01/2011

Post Title: National Project Professional Personnel (NPPP), Population and Development for the National Coordinating Agency for Population and Development (NCAPD), Ministry of Planning, National Development and Vision 2030.

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Category: SB-4

Duration of Appointment: One year, renewable subject to need, availability of funds and satisfactory performance Reporting to Programme Manager, NCAPD

Background

The Ministry of Planning, National Development and Vision 2030 through the National Coordinating Agency for Population and Development( NCAPD) is coordinating implementation of UNFPA/GOK cooperation framework (Country Programme Action Plan- 7th CPAP, 2008-2013) which underpins the mutual agreement for the fulfillment of the Programme of Action on the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), other related conferences and declarations including the Millennium Development Goals for Kenya.

The 7th CPAP, is based on selected priorities in the Social and the Political Pillars of the Vision 2030 and the first Medium Term Plan ( MTP) 2008-2013 has three components dealing with specific issues of Reproductive Health, Population and Development and Gender Equality. The goal of the 7th Country Programme is to contribute to the improvement of the quality of life of people in Kenya.

The programme is implemented selected Government and nongovernmental organizations both at the national and regional level with particular focus on four Districts of Naivasha, Migori, Kilifi and Nairobi West.

The Ministry of Planning, National Development and Vision 2030, is key to the strengthening of partnerships and linkages to district level decentralized government structures among them the district development offices, district planning and statistical units, stakeholder forums and regional population offices.

In order to fast track achievement of the programme results, it is proposed to enhance the capacity of Ministry of Planning, National Development and Vision 2030 through NCAPD, by engaging the services of a suitable National Professional Project Personnel who will be stationed at NCAPD to perform the roles described here under:

Role Description for National Professional Project Personnel - (NPPP) Population and Development (P&D)

Under the auspices of the National Coordinating Agency for Population and Development, the NPPP - (P&D) will carry out the following roles:

(i) Liaise with NCAPD , KNBS, The Ministry of Planning ,National Development and Vision 2030 Directorates ( Rural Planning, Sectoral Planning and Monitoring and Evaluation ) , Kenya Media Network on Population and Development (KEMEP) and UNFPA on the implementation of the programme in order to provide linkages at institutional, departmental, national and district/ regional levels for the achievement of programme objectives.

(ii) Liaise with the External Resources Department (ERD) at the Ministry of Finance in the coordination of financial aspects of the Country Programme

(iii) Identify and support capacity building needs for the implementation of the population programme including in statistical services at the different levels

(iv) Advise on the integration of population issues in development planning, implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation stages of national and district/county/regional development processes

(v) Compile and generate reports on the programme under implementation, as required by UNFPA and NCAPD on behalf of the Ministry of Planning, National Development and Vision 2030

(vi) Facilitate preparation of quarterly, Annual bi-annual, Progress and other Reports for the Population and Development Component of Country Programme as may be required

(vii) Perform other duties supportive of programme delivery

Expected Deliverables

1. An annual work plan within deadlines of assignment presented to UNFPA and the MOPND and Vision 2030
2. Monthly Programme reports on programme implementation highlighting progress, challenges, recommendations
3. Technical analysis of key national issues/documents in regard to; and on integration of Population and development issues including environment and climate change
4. Representation/participation at relevant forums and activities of programme implementing partners
5. Participation at Programme Review Meetings and Joint GOK /UNFPA Field Monitoring and Evaluation visits
6. Quarterly, Annual and Bi-annual Progress Reports for the Population and Development Component of the GOK/UNFPA Country Programme.

Qualifications

The candidate should possess the following minimum qualifications:

• A Postgraduate degree in Population Studies, Economics , or a related relevant field
• Qualifications in programme development and management including Monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning , policy analysis
• At least 8 years experience in population programme development and management at various levels.
• Extensive experience in programme coordination
• Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Self motivated, results oriented, high integrity and professional competence

Applications with a current CV to be received not later than 6th May 2011 should be addressed to:

The UNFPA Representative
UN Complex Gigiri, Block Q, Room 205
P.O. Box 30218, 00100 Nairobi,

OR Email address: recruit.unfpa@gmail.com

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Childline Kenya Project Assistant Job Vacancy

Job title: Project Assistant

Location: Childline Kenya Office

Reports to: Program Officer

Purpose

The holder of the above position will work closely with the Program Officer to implement a three year project that addresses violence and abuse in Kenyan schools.

One of the key strategies in this project will be to work in close partnership with Teacher Service Commission (TSC) to enhance prevention, reporting, and management of sexual violence in schools.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for planning and implementation of project activities in the Schooling and loving it! Project that relate to schools and the Teachers service Commission
• Manage and control program expenditure within the agreed budget lines
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual project implementation reports
• Coordinate training workshops and other stakeholders capacity development activities related to this project
• Conduct monitoring and follow up of planned project activities
• Attend stakeholders meetings related to this project specifically
• Support the Program Officer in the implementation of other projects funded by other donors (20% input to other CLK projects)
• Be responsible for advocacy campaigns, public education and awareness creation on the child helpline 116 and the allied services
• Assist in development of CLK annual program budgets, work plans and reports
• Participate in CLK programs review and monitoring meetings
• Undertake any other duties as instructed by the supervisor

Qualifications and experience

• Social Science Degree in Social Work, Sociology, or Psychology
• Good working knowledge and skills in project management
• At least 3 years hands on experience in community development with special focus on child protection or child rights programming
• Demonstrated experience in program implementation with 95% and above completion rate
• Good understanding of child rights as well as policy issues on children’s rights and welfare
• Certificate in Training of Trainers (TOT), with participatory training experience
• Excellent report writing skills
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili languages
• Experience in partnership building will be an added advantage
• Must be computer literate (MS office)
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people

How to apply

A competitive package will be offered to the successful candidate.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their application letters, with detailed CV, and contacts of three referees to applications@childlinekenya.co.ke by 19 April 2011 indicating the position applied for on the email subject line.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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EGPAF Senior Advisor for Organizational Development / Institutional Strengthening Job in Kenya

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation

Senior Advisor for Organizational Development / Institutional Strengthening

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is an internationally-recognized leader in strengthening systems and programs for the improved delivery of health services.

In Kenya, EPGAF works with international donors, national stakeholders, and non - governmental organizations to build local capacity to deliver high quality health services to populations most in need.

EGPAF seeks a Senior Advisor for Organizational Development / Institutional Strengthening for an anticipated USAID-funded project to strengthen Kenyan NGOs/CSOs working in the health sector.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duties of the Position:

The Senior Advisor for Organizational Development / Institutional Strengthening will play a key role in leading the project’s efforts to strengthen the leadership, management, and governance capacity of civil society organizations working in the health sector in Kenya.

This position will report to the Chief of Party and work collaboratively with other members of the senior management team to achieve project goals.

This Senior Advisor for OD/IS will

• lead design of assessment methodology and tools in the domains of organizational development / institutional strengthening;
• lead design or adaption of capacity-building materials;
• identify the financial, administrative, contractual, and governance issues/topics that need strengthening in CSOs and devise and implement action plans to improve capabilities in these areas; and
• mentor CSOs for sustained organizational growth.

This position requires at least 5 years of relevant experience in building capacity of public and/or private sector organizations, knowledge and experience in US-government funded health projects, with strong skills in program planning, assessments, facilitation, and training, and supervisory capability

Candidates:

Interested candidates should send a CV and cover letter to kenyarecruitment@pedaids.org by Tuesday April 19, 2011

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Recruitment Partner Job Vacancy in Kenya

Job type: Full-time Regular

Job role skillset: Recruiting

Job description

This role is responsible for all recruiting and staffing programs and activities related to the attraction, selection, hiring and on-boarding of talent as well as partnering with managers to help build a workforce with those critical skills needed to move the business forward.

This role can also be responsible for ensuring talent processes comply with appropriate business controls or initiating/maintaining immigration statuses. Individuals in this role may also be a team lead, providing work direction, guiding employees on various processes and acting as a point of escalation for team members.

Preferred

• Associate's Degree/ BA/College Diploma
• Must have 5 years experience in Apply Knowledge of Recruiting Strategy
• Must have 5 years experience in Maintain Recruiting Relationships
• Experience in IT and Telecommunication industries is required
• Experience in Multinationals / Global companies is required

French is a plus

Please send your CV to hrtechrecruiter@gmail.com

NB only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Project Coordinator, Project Accountant and Community Mobilizer Jobs in Kitui Kenya; Catholic jobs in kenya - Catholic Diocese of Kitui

Catholic Diocese of Kitui

Community Based Green Energy Project

The Catholic Diocese of Kitui through its Social and Development arm is a specialized agency that leads efforts to defeat hunger, reduce poverty, improve livelihoods, provide health care, provide education services, advocate for governance and human rights among other social development issues.

The underpinning of our work is the dignity of the human being. Innovation is a key aspect which the diocese promotes to alleviate poverty.

Serving both developed and developing communities, Catholic Diocese of Kitui acts as a neutral partner where all social and development issues within its coverage are addressed without favor.

Subject to funding, the diocese is in the process of setting up a Community Based Green Energy Project dealing with renewable energy and is need of recruiting the following positions:

Project Coordinator
1 Position

Location: Kitui
Closing date: 20th April 2011

Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Bishop Catholic Diocese of Kitui and the direct supervision of the Diocesan Development Coordinator; the Project Coordinator will perform the following tasks:

• Take charge of the Community Based Green Energy Project
• To lead Diocesan Development Office in conceptualizing, formulating and implementing appropriate initiatives for renewable energy interventions and for enhancing capacity building of key diocesan personnel in this service area.
• Establishing networks and collaborating with other agencies that are like-minded
• Submit monthly written reports to the development coordinator and the donor
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge-base on the various aspect of the Project for the purpose of advising and facilitating decision making process pertaining to the project
• Make recommendations, on enhancing effective response to renewable energy adoption.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• Must have at least a Science Degree in an Energy related field with a bias to project planning and management or in any other related discipline. A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering will also be considered.
• Other related short courses such as community development be an added advantage
• Must have experience of at least 2 years in project planning and implementation
• Ability to make sound and timely judgments
• Strong intellectual, analytical and decision making abilities
• Must have knowledge and experience in community participatory app roaches
• Must have a valid driving license and able to ride a motorbike
• Must be computer literate, conversant with operations software
• Should have good writing and communication skills
• Must be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Project Accountant
1 Position

Location: Kitui
Closing date: 20th April 2011

Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Bishop Catholic Diocese of Kitui and the direct supervision of the Financial Administrator and close collaboration with the Development Coordinator; the Project Accountant will perform the following tasks:

• Preparing payment vouchers for expenses incurred in the Community Based Green Energy Project.
• Linkage with logistics and procurement office on payables.
• Disbursement of petty cash and imprest to field locations
• Recording the project expenses incurred on a daily basis to the donor and budget lines and submission of data for posting as per the work plans.
• Filing of voucher in a systematic and organized as per the work plans in a manner to ensure that retrieval of documents by an independent individual is easy.
• Reconcile the imprest, bank and cash accounts.
• Generate project reports and budget follow ups with actual-budget expenditure rates
• Training of field staff on accounting best practices to ensure that the field vouchers and procedures are in line with donor and organizations requirements.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• Holds a CPA K or equivalent
• A Bachelors Degree will be an added advantage
• At least 3 years relevant experience
• Proficiency with QuickBooks accounting software will be an added advantage
• Must demonstrate having knowledge of donor regulations especially EC and USAID
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of attention to details in all aspects of work responsibilities
• Ability to work as a member of a team and to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously
• The ability to work on their own with minimal supervision across multiple projects
• Should be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Community Mobilizer
2 Positions

Location: Kitui
Closing date: 20th April 2011

Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Bishop Catholic Diocese of Kitui and the direct supervision of the CB-GEP Project Officer; the Community Mobilizers will perform the following tasks:

• Assist the Project Coordinator in developing and undertaking baseline research of selected communities, and continue to monitor change attributed to CB-GEP;
• Assist the Project Coordinator to identify potential leaders and/or organizers;
• To motivate and encourage potential leaders to talk to their fellow community members about unity and self reliance;
• Initiate actions aimed at promoting project ownership;
• Raise awareness on the CB-GEP at the community level;
• To encourage and stimulate community members to organize for action aimed at solving their problems and to plan, implement and monitor action that they define themselves with emphasis to renewable energy;
• Provide community leaders with management skills and knowledge in getting community members interested, organized and motivated;
• Develop trust, tolerance and co-operation among community members;
• Encourage and stimulate full participation by all community members; with special attention to those who are usually forgotten, marginalized and overlooked in community decision making;
• Assist the community in obtaining information and knowledge that may be available through governmental and non governmental agencies, through extension and outreach programmes; and
• Assist the community members in developing their own capacity and strength to the point where they no longer need the services of you the mobilizer.
• Should be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• A Bachelors Degree in Social Work
• At least 3 years relevant experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software will be an added advantage
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of attention to details in all aspects of work responsibilities
• Ability to work as a member of a team and to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously
• The ability to work on their own with minimal supervision across multiple projects
• Should be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Interested candidates should submit their applications, in a sealed envelope with the vacancy clearly marked on the top right hand corner.

Please enclose a detailed CV, copies of academic testimonials and names of three referees and day time telephone contacts to:

Development Coordinator
Catholic Diocese of Kitui
P.O. Box 300 - 90200, Kitui

Kindly indicate Current & Expected consolidated salary in your application.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Chief of Party - AIDS Relief Region 2 Job Vacancy - Kenya Episcopal Conference

Position Title: Chief of Party - AIDS Relief Region 2

Dept./Country: Nairobi, Kenya

Reports To: Secretary General –Kenya Episcopal Conference

Est. Length of Service: Five Years

Roles

Representation

• In coordination with the KEC health commission representatives, serve as primary representative of the AIDS Relief project to the Kenyan Government.
• Serve as serve as primary representative of AIDS Relief to senior staff members of the Kenya Episcopal Conference-Catholic Secretariat (KEC-CS), and the AIDS Relief consortium members.
• In coordination with the KEC, serve as the primary AIDS Relief spokesperson to local and international press for AIDS Relief.
• Ensure that AR staff relate with local partners and clinics consistent with partnership principles.

Program Planning, Coordination, Communications and Reporting:

• Lead coordination and planning of project goals and objectives for AIDS Relief in Region 2(including the annual Country Operational Plan submission) and ensure collaborative approach among CMs;
• Lead the development and ensure the timely completion of annual SOWs and budgets for each CM, along with an overall results framework for AIDS Relief Kenya;
• Document and ensure appropriate application of programmatic best practices;
• Utilize and develop appropriate tools to track program performance (dashboard, regular financial analysis, viral load, patient retention, etc…);
• Work closely with CMs to ensure in-country and partners’ systems are in place to guarantee timely and effective implementation of project activities: M&E, training, community development, technical assistance, staffing, materials, equipment, medical drugs, and reporting;
• Ensure necessary training and technical assistance is made available to local implementing partners to develop capacity to implement ART project.
• Ensure participatory processes, quality of analysis and timely feedback of all assessments to CTCT, Points of Services and Centers of Excellence;
• Conduct regular supervisory visits and provide recommendations to Program Managers, CMs and local partners as necessary;
• In coordination with the Head of Programming, facilitate the integration of the ART Kenya program into KEC overall health and HIV/AIDS programming.
• Work closely with the KEC Kenya Finance and Compliance unit to ensure CM and LPTF compliance with relevant USG regulations and to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting of CRS activities;
• Finalize and ensure the timely completion of accurate and consistent financial and narrative AIDS Relief reports for both local and international audiences;
• Ensure regular financial reviews and analysis of program spending; make adjustments as necessary to ensure spending within 5% of annual budgets

Strategic Planning:

• Lead efforts at program innovation; foster regular discussions with key stakeholders as appropriate; design program modifications as needed;
• Provide regular analysis, recommendations and feedback to the Consortium members and other stakeholders on the program strategy and implementation in Kenya;
• Spearhead AIDS Relief plan for transition, ensuring a transparent, collaborative and comprehensive approach;
• Lead AIDS Relief plan for health systems strengthening in Kenya, coordinating closely with local and external actors;
• Lead AIDS Relief communication efforts, drafting a communications plan to include focus on communicating the AIDS Relief identity, necessary protocols; development of promotional materials; guidance on dealing with the press, etc….; and

KEC/ Program Responsibilities:

The CoP will also participate as a full member of the KEC/ Program Department team. This will include active involvement in all Program Department activities; with particular emphasis on coordination with other HIV/AIDS program staff.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Participate in review of project proposals;
• Participate in Program Department meetings and contribute to development of Program Department priorities;
• Research, stay up to date on, and disseminate HIV/AIDS methodologies, best practices, M&E tools, reports, findings, etc., including those from other country programs, that can be useful for CRS/Kenya HIV/AIDS programming;
• Participate in and share information from relevant trainings and workshops, as requested;
• Participate in CRS/Kenya strategic planning and implementation of strategic priorities

Key working relationships:

Supervisory: AIDS Relief Kenya Deputy Chief of Party , Health service strengthening manager, Strategic information Advisor and Finance and compliance director

External: ART Consortium representatives (Futures Group, CMMB, Institute of Human Virology); LPTF staff; CDC; USAID; National AIDS Control Program and HIV/AIDS staff of the Federal Ministry of Health; PVOs involved in HIV/AIDS programs; regional and country HIV/AIDS networks; regional and country-wide faith-based networks.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD) preferred or advanced degree in public health or management
• Minimum five years in the developing world in project management positions.
• Experience in coordination of multi-agency programming.
• Strong preference for candidates with at least five years experience in HIV/AIDS programming and providing technical assistance to partner organizations.
• Ability to professionally represent KEC to host government and other organizations and strong diplomacy skills.
• Knowledge of KEC policy operations and procedures highly desirable.
• Proven leadership and ability to build and motivate diverse and talented teams
• Ability to work both in a team and independently and ability to transfer knowledge through formal and informal training.
• Experience in, and a commitment to, working with local church structures.
• Experience with public grant proposal writing, implementation and reporting. (USG public grant proposal writing experience or knowledge of USG regulations desired)
• Excellent analytical and information seeking skills, proven decision-making skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and solid track record as a team player with all levels of staff.
• Strong inter-personal and public relations skills.
• Experience in designing and implementing participatory planning and evaluation methods.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly (up to 30%).
• Excellent English language oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook.

If you think you have the required experience, knowledge and skills please send your CV (including 3 professional references) and an application letter indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for this job to:

Secretary General
Kenya Episcopal Conference-Catholic Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.

Email: hr@catholicchurch.or.ke
Cc: health@catholicchurch.or.ke

The position Reference must be quoted.

Closing Date for Applications: 22nd March 2011.

Those in the current grant are encouraged to apply.

KEC is an equal opportunity employer and our recruitment procedures shall be followed.

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Pediatric Counselor and Social Worker Jobs in Kenya - Lutheran World Federation

The Lutheran World Federation/Department for World Service Kenya/Djibouti Programme is seeking to recruit a Kenyan national for the following position, to be based at Kakuma refugee camp in Kenya.

Pediatric Counselor

Reporting directly to the Senior Community Services & Development Officer,

Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing direct counseling Services for children identified/referred by BID and other partners.
• Build the capacity of both national and refugee staff to perform duties in the social and protection aspects for children
• Monitoring and evaluation activities as well as provide leadership and guidance to the Child Development Workers.
• Manage/maintain documentation and records of psychosocial support cases for purposes of follow up and referral.
• Collaborate with other sectors and IPs in order to ensure smooth implementation and coordination of activities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a degree in counseling and/social work (sciences) with a strong bias towards counseling and social work.
• A minimum of 2 years work experience in child protection, care and development in an INGO
• Knowledge of Child Protection and HIV/AIDs issues in the Kenyan context,
• Knowledge of international and national legislation and policies on child protection.
• Ability to tolerate cultural, educational and religious diversity in the work place.
• Excellent communication, organization and presentation skills

Reception Centre Social Worker

The incumbent will report directly to the Senior Community Services & Development Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Report regularly on rate of flow of new arrivals and estimates expected influx based on interviews with refugees;
• Conduct psychosocial vulnerability assessments of new arrivals and asylum seekers.
• Conduct referrals of identified vulnerable individuals to other partners/agencies for specialized support.
• Oversee the distribution of non food items to new asylum seekers and identified vulnerable community members.
• Ensure proper documentation of refugee records
• Enhance and promote coordination and networking with other implementing partners and donors.

Qualification

• Minimum of Diploma in Social Work, Community Development, Psychosocial Counseling
• At least, two years experience in conducting vulnerability assessments and psychosocial case management
• Excellent drafting, interviewing, computer and organizational skills
• Proven ability to work in a multi-cultural environment;
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili
• Experience in the production of monitoring reports.

LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applications and detailed CV must include email address and telephone contacts of 3 referees, one of whom must be your supervisor in your current/former employment.

They should reach the undersigned by close of business on 16Tth March, 2011:
C/o Human Resources Officer,
P.O. Box 40870, GPO-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya

or P O Box 48 Kakuma

or e-mail to: hr-kak@lwfkenya.org

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Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation (EGPAF) Vacancy Announcements

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is a global leader in the fight against pediatric HIV and AIDS, working in 17 countries to implement prevention, care, and treatment services; to further advance innovative research; and to execute strategic and targeted global advocacy activities to bring dramatic change to the lives of millions of women, children, and families worldwide.

The Foundation is now seeking to recruit the following positions in Kenya;

Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Prevention and MARPs Services Coordinator
1 Position
Ref: TUNAWEZA/EBI/C

The incumbent will support successful implementation of evidence based behavioural interventions and services to at risk populations and MARPs in Homa Bay, Rachuonyo and Ndhiwa Districts to prevent transmission and acquisition of HIV.

The incumbent will lead in the mapping of intervention populations, selection of relevant interventions, monitor compliance to the core elements of the selected interventions, process monitoring, coordinate capacity building and document outcomes.

Requirements

• Masters level degree in social or behavioural sciences, education or a public health area, International Health, Health Education, Nursing
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in applying professional knowledge of behavioural, social, and health sciences in the design and implementation of behavioural science and program activities
• Demonstrated skills in quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of HIV/AIDS prevention counseling and interventions, behavior change, care, treatment and testing is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in application of social and behavioural sciences as applied to HIV/AIDS prevention is required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders are required
• The ability to lead results-driven project teams and work groups is required

Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Prevention Field Officers
(Rangwe, Rachuonyo North, Rachuonyo South and Ndhiwa Districts)
4 positions
Ref: TUNAWEZA/EBI/O

The incumbents will coordinate and supervise implementation of evidence -based HIV/AIDS behavioural interventions in the districts.

Requirements

• Minimum diploma in social work , community health or community development
• Diploma or certificate in supervision of HIV/AIDS counselling and testing services
• At least 3 years experience in HIV/AIDS prevention and counselling services
• Experience in the delivery of curriculum based interventions/services

Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Prevention Facilitators
Rangwe, Rachuonyo North, Rachuonyo South and Ndhiwa Districts)
120 Positions
Ref: TUNAWEZA/EBI/F

The incumbents will be trained and seconded to EGPAF TUNAWEZA Project implementing partners in the target districts to support the delivery of individual and group-level, evidence based behavioural interventions aimed at strengthening the protective behaviours of at-risk populations, MARPs and their sexual partners to prevent HIV transmission and acquisition of HIV.

They will also support strengthening of community and facility linkages to enable at-risk populations’ and MARPs’ access to high quality medical and nonmedical support including VMMC services.

Requirements

• Minimum C in KCSE and/or diploma in social work
• At least 2 years Experience in HIV/AIDS prevention and counselling services
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness to work in remote rural areas , preference will be given to residents of the above districts

Application and Contact Details:

Interested qualified candidates are requested to submit a letter, a resume and names of three references to kenyarecruitment@pedaids.org by 31st January 2011.

To ensure timely review of your credentials, please insert the job reference number in the subject line of the email.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), UNICEF, as well as other public and private donors.

EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer.

Please visit our web site www.pedaids.org for more details on the Foundation.

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Lighthouse for Christ Eye Centre Jobs in Mombasa

The Lighthouse for Christ Eye Centre seeks to recruit suitable persons to fill the following positions:

Project Officer

• Degree in project management.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in project management /or fundraising.
• Creative & innovative, detail-minded, self-driven & motivated with project management ability.
• Aggressive and result-oriented attitude to achieve targets, preparation and monitoring of budgets.
• Excellent managerial skills (planning and organizational skills, reporting, problem solving capabilities, innovative and industrious).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, Computer literacy.
• Born again Christian is an added advantage

Registered Nurse

• A Diploma in KRCHN with at least 2 years experience in a busy clinic or hospital
• Training and/or experience in theatre nursing
• Demonstrated ability in supervision
• Basic skills in ophthalmology will be an added advantage
• Born again Christian is an added advantage

IT personnel

• Diploma in IT – software development, web and application development
• At least two years of professional experience in IT
• Programming & Networking:
• Born again Christian is an added advantage

Social worker

• A Diploma or higher in social work.
• Keen interviewing and assessment skills, & able to keep patient confidentiality
• 2 years of social work experience in a medical setting and/or work with children is preferred.
• Knowledge of Social work processes with skills in counseling, case work, group work and community organization.
• Born again Christian is an added advantage

If you meet these requirements, submit your application together with a detailed CV including your current remuneration, copies of relevant certificates, names and contacts of 3 referees and a daytime telephone to reach the undersigned not later than 23rd December 2010.

Human Resource
Lighthouse for Christ Eye Centre
P.O Box 81465-80100
Mombasa

Email: lighthouse@lighteyecentre.org

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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Zinduka Afrika HIV/AIDS Project Coordinator Job Vacancy in Kenya

Reporting Date: Immediately

Reporting to: Program Manager

Organization: Zinduka Afrika

Zinduka Afrika is Non- governmental Organization (NGO) has an opportunity for HIV/AIDs Project Coordinator.

Job Description: HIV/AIDs Project Co-ordinator is accountable for the coordination of HIV/AIDs section, including various components of the project implementation for intermediate and final results achievements.

Specific Job Responsibilities

• To coordinate and implement HIV/AIDs components of the project.
• Supervise the implementation process and in accordance with the deadlines based on plans and timeliness of the HIV/AIDs components.
• Assist in supervision and provision for efficient use of the financial resources of the HIV/AIDs project.
• Co-ordinate preparation of timely periodical reports and present monthly, quarterly and any other required reports of the project to the Program Manager in accordance to the set donor guidelines and approved organizational policies.
• Assist in the procurement of the materials, products and services which are necessary for the implementation of the HIV and AIDs project.
• Provide lead in Preparing suggestions, plans and other documents that results to enhanced strategy in the framework of the HIV/AIDs project.
• Cordinate timely request for funds and any other materials/equipments for the HIV/AIDs project.
• Identify and enhance networking and collaboration in the HIV and AIDs field.
• Participate in the monitoring and evaluation activity(s) for HIV/AIDS program.
• Spearhead in raising HIV and AIDs awareness.
• Assist in Lobbying and Advocacy in HIV/AIDs.
• Promote gender mainstreaming in the project.
• Mobilize resources; specifically write proposals for the purpose of HIV and AIDs Project.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Manager.

Required Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required:

• At least a first degree, in Social Work, Public Health, Public Administration, Psychology or any other related Social Science field. A diploma in Project Management will be an added advantage
• Extensive knowledge of HIV Prevention and Management
• At least three years experience in Project Management
• Must have worked with an NGO for not less than three years
• Computer Skills: Strong with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Power Point.

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

• Program design and evaluation skills experience.
• Grant management skills
• Fund raising skills for instance proposal writing
• Good supervisory skills
• Ability to write Quality reports
• Must be a team player

Send Application letter, CV and Pastors Recommendation letter to info@zinduka-afrika.org; zinduka.afrika@gmail.com by 26th November 2010.

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