Renewable World Regional Programme Manager (East Africa) Job in Kenya

Regional Programme Manager - East Africa

Renewable World East Africa (RW EA) is a not-for-profit organization who tackles poverty, reduces vulnerability and provides a development pathway not dependent on carbon for “the poorest of the poor”. We do this through enabling access to affordable and reliable renewable energy services.

We are looking for a strong programme manager with a business development background to run our existing EA project portfolio and deliver regional growth through business development, networking, fundraising and innovation. You will have a proven track record in the design and delivery of projects in a renewable energy and/or international development context and proof of fundraising success in both the donor and the private sector.

Reporting to an East African board of trustees and a Global Programme Manager and working on the ground directly through local private and not for profit partners, you should be a self-starter, a clear communicator and results orientated. We are a looking for a high quality person to take our programme to the next level in a competitive and demanding environment. If you believe you are up to the challenge then we look forward to your application.
Please send your CV and a covering letter (1-page only) to jobs@renewable-world.org.
To request a full job-description please email, jobs@renewable-world.org.
Location: Nairobi, with frequent travel to Nyanza & Western Provinces; occasional travel to the wider East Africa Region and UK
Salary: Up to 3.5m KES annual (dependent on candidate), plus benefits
On-Time Earnings: Bonus earnings up to [25]% of salary subject to achieving pre agreed objectives.
Closing date for applications: Midnight 22nd December 2013
Interviews: Starting 6th January 2014 by teleconference (Skype)
Essential: Minimum qualification of a Bachelor Degree in International Development, Sustainability, Renewable Energy, Business Management or similar disciplines; Understanding and/or work experience and knowledge of the social, socio-economic and cultural barriers that the poor in East Africa face when adopting technology and applying it to improve their livelihoods
Desirable: Master Degree in International Development, Sustainability, Renewable Energy, Business Management or similar disciplines; Engineering / Technical knowledge of small scale renewable energy systems, site and resource assessment and system design, specification and commissioning.

UNDP Programme Analyst Job in Nairobi Kenya

UNDP Kenya wishes to recruit a Programme Analyst for its Democratic Governance Unit.
 Job Code Title: Programme Analyst
Grade/Level: National Officer Category, NOB
Type of appointment: Fixed Term Appointment
Organizational Unit: Democratic Governance unit
Background: Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Team Leader (Democratic Governance Unit), the Programme Analyst is responsible for management of UNDP programme within the thematic / sectoral areas assigned. The Programme Analyst analyzes political, social and economic trends and leads formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities within his / her portfolio and provides policy advice services on governance.

The full terms of reference for the position can be accessed on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal on the UNDP Kenya website - http://www.ke.undp.org/.
 Interested and qualified persons can access and should apply on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal located on the UNDP Kenya website -http://www.ke.undp.org - on or before 6 December 2013; select
“e-Recruitment Portal” under “Operations/Jobs”. Applicants are required to fill and sign a Personal History Form (P11) Form, which can be obtained from this site and submit it together with their online application.
Applications received via other means or after the deadline will not be accepted. UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest. Applications are open to suitably qualified Kenyan citizens only.
Notice: UNDP, as a matter of practice, does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
“UNDP is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

UNDP Programme Officer - Democratic Governance Unit Job in Kenya

UNDP Kenya wishes to invite applications for the following position:

Post Title: Programme Officer

Contract Type: Service Contract
 Direct Supervisor: Team Leader, Democratic Governance Unit
 Date of Issue: 26 November 2013
 The full terms of reference for the position can be accessed on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal on the UNDP Kenya website - http://www.ke.undp.org/.

Interested and qualified persons can access and should apply on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal located on the UNDP Kenya website - http://www.ke.undp.org/ - on or before 2 December 2013; select “e-Recruitment Portal” under “Operations/Jobs”. Applicants are required to fill and sign a Personal History Form (P11) Form and submit it together with their online application. Applications received via other means or after the deadline will not be accepted. UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.
Notice: UNDP, as a matter of practice, does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
“UNDP is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

NCPD Programme Coordination Monitoring and Evaluation Deputy Director Job in Kenya

The National Council for Population and Development (NCPD) is a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency in the Ministry of Devolution and Planning.
The Council seeks to fill the following vacant position:
Deputy Director - Programme Coordination Monitoring and Evaluation
Reporting to Director Technical Services and will be in-charge of Programme Coordination Monitoring and Evaluation.
 Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordination of population Programmes/projects undertaken by various stakeholders;Supervising, collecting, receiving and analyzing programme data and assessing their impact on population issues;Formulating and appraising project proposals;Monitoring and evaluating ongoing projects/Programmes;Developing the Council’s annual and quarterly work plansManaging preparation of performance contracts and reports; andCoordinating International and Regional Programmes and Plans of Action.For appointment to the position of Deputy Director Programmes Coordination Monitoring and Evaluation, a candidate must have:
(i) Served in the grade of Assistant Director of Population or in a comparable position in a reputable organization for at least four (4) years.
(ii) A masters degree majoring in Population Studies, Mass Communication, Demography or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
(iii) Attended a senior management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks; and
(iv) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
 Applicants who meet the above qualifications should send their applications including copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, copy of identity card, detailed CV indicating work experience, three (3) names of references, current position/grade, current remuneration, expected salary and daytime telephone numbers to:
The Director General
National Council for Population and Development
P.O. Box 48994-001 00
Nairobi
Or our online job portal through our e-recruitment system accessible through 
Applications to reach the Council on or before 13th December, 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Request for Proposal for Selection of Firms for Uwezo Fund Capacity Building Programme Service Providers

Republic of Kenya

The Presidency

Ministry of Devolution and Planning

Request for Proposal

Request for Proposal for Selection of Firms for Uwezo Fund Capacity Building Programme Service Providers
The Ministry of Devolution and Planning, in fulfillment of part of its mandate as the Ministry responsible for women and youth affairs under the Presidency, has put in place an Uwezo Fund Capacity Building Programme that seeks to promote informed and effective participation of target beneficiaries of the UWEZO Fund by providing them with a broad range of business development services and mentorship opportunities.
The specific objectives of the UWEZO Fund capacity building program will include;

i. To facilitate potential UWEZO Fund beneficiaries with business development service.
ii. To facilitate the youth and women to form businesses that will consolidate the individual enterprises into groups that can qualify to apply for UWEZO Fund and public procurement requirements.
iii. To improve youth and women entrepreneurs capacity to do business through training
iv. To facilitate full utilization of the 30% procurement preference provision for youth and women in all government tenders and contracts.
v. To link youth and women owned enterprises with corporate business for collaboration and support.
Key Focus Areas for UWEZO Fund Capacity Building Program;
i. Focus Area 1: Dissemination of General Information on UWEZO Fund.
ii. Focus Area 2: Provide Business Development Services and Mentoring to Youth and Women groups.
iii. Focus Area 3: Table Banking Concept.
iv. Focus Area 4: Promote Access to Public Procurement Opportunities in a Devolved Context.
The Ministry of Devolution and Planning now invites request for proposals from qualified organizations for the selection of firms for Uwezo Fund Capacity Building Programmes service providers.
Expected Profile of UWEZO Fund Capacity Building Service Providers;
i. Should have capacity to translate the training programmes into local languages in the areas they expect to work.
ii. Should have capacity and (previous) experience to develop and assist in the carrying out of entrepreneurship campaigns.
iii. Demonstrate experience in carrying out trainings for Youth and Women Programmes on business planning and business modeling.
iv. Experience in developing commercial youth and women entrepreneurship programmes or projects in Kenya and/or Africa.
v. Participation in youth and women employment initiatives and research within Kenya and East Africa
vi. Global entrepreneurship development networks that will incorporate a world-class/best practice perspective in the programme.
vii. Must have practical related existing linkages with business, government academia and other stakeholders
viii. Operational in Kenya with an active field presence for at least 3 years.
ix. Acceptance of a direct performance contract where payments will be abased on proven outputs rather than time-based and activity payments.
x. Capacity and willingness to meet the reporting, monitoring and evaluation requirements.
Scope of operation
 The Uwezo Fund Capacity Building Program will be implemented across the 47 counties. Interested UWEZO Fund capacity building service providers should indicate the specific focus area they would like to participate in and their regional operational capacity (National / County).
 The implementation of the initial UWEZO Fund capacity building programme is 12 months.
Firms are required to submit (copies) of the following administrative documentsCertificate of registration /incorporationRelevant professional registration and licencesUpdated tax compliance certificateEvidence of physical address and premisesAudited financial reports for the last 3 years.The bidding is open to both local and international consultants and the consultant will be selected in accordance with the regulations. Local firms owned by youth, women and people with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply pursuant to article 31 (1) of legal notice No. 114 of 2013.
The Ministry of Devolution and Planning now invites interested firms to submit their proposals to providing these services. Interested firms must provide information to demonstrate their capacity to perform the services detailed in the request for proposal document, includingDescription of relevant assignment undertaken over the past five yearsCurriculum Vitae of Key expect staff that will be mobilized be carry out the assignmentIn case of consortia/joint venture, the association agreement and information on the partnersThe request for proposal document can be obtained from the supply chain management office at the Treasury Building, 7th floor room 713, Harambee Avenue, Nairobi during working hours (8.00 a.m - 5.00 P.M) upon payment of non-refundable fee of Ksh. 1,000 to the cash Office on Ground Floor, Treasury Building either in Cash or Bankers Cheque to: The Principal Secretary/Accounting Officer, Ministry of Devolution and Planning.
Proposals shall be deposited in the Ministry’s tender box on 9th Floor of Treasury Building or be addressed to:
The Principal Secretary/Accounting Officer
Ministry of Devolution and Planning
The Treasury Building
P.O Box 30005 – 00100
Nairobi
So as to be received not later than 6th September, 2013 at 10.00 a.m.
Proposals shall be clearly marked:Tender No. MDP 8/2013-2014 for selection of firms for Uwezo fund Capacity Building Programme Service Providers.
Tenders will be opened in the presence of bidders who wish to attend the opening of proposals on the same day 6th September 2013 starting at 10.00 a.m at the conference room, 10th floor, Treasury Building.
For any additional information, please contact
The Principal Secretary/Accounting Officer
Ministry of Devolution and Planning
P.O Box 30005 – 00100
Nairobi
Late bids will be rejected and returned.
Head of Supply Chain Management
For: Principal Secretary/Accounting Officer

VSO Jitolee National Volunteering, Youth and Social Enterprise Development Programme Officer Job Re-Advertisement in Kenya

Re - Advertisement: Recruiting Programme Officer - National Volunteering, Youth and Social Enterprise Development

Bringing People Together To Create Wealth

VSO Jitolee is a member of the international VSO federation based in Nairobi with a regional mandate to promote volunteerism and recruit skilled professionals from East and Southern Africa to serve as volunteers in VSO programmes in over 30 countries in Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. 

In addition, VSO Jitolee contributes to Kenya’s national development through international volunteers who work with local partners across the country.
We are looking for a highly motivated Kenyan to scale up our national volunteering and youth programming in the area of secure livelihoods. You will play a pivotal role in developing strategies and implementing programmes and projects supporting the youth, social enterprise development and national volunteering programming to create greater impact in the secure livelihoods programme. In this role, you will be expected to develop and maintain excellent partnerships with relevant government institutions, volunteer involving organisations, and civil society where young people and national volunteers work with beneficiaries to improve the quality of their lives.

Key outcomes for this role will be:

Delivery of a well resourced national volunteering, youth and social enterprise development programme that will create positive change in the lives of the target beneficiaries.An advocacy plan for influencing the formulation and implementation of a national volunteering policy and its subsequent implementation.Delivery of youth volunteering initiatives such as international youth exchanges and fellowship programmes.You are a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences. You have at least 3 years relevant experience in social enterprise or business development and experience working with youth programmes. You have experience developing funding proposals and managing grants to fulfill donors and partner contracts.Experience in capacity building; monitoring and evaluation; networking and partnership development will be critical for this role. You have good IT skills in a number of applications including word processing, spreadsheets and databases. If you find this a worthy career challenge, send your application - composed of a CV and a statement (of not more than two pages combined) explaining why you meet the person specifications, and are the ideal candidate for the job.Please include telephone and email contact.
Applications should be sent to:Email: recruitmentkenya@vsoint.org
Due to anticipated interest in this post, only short-listed candidates will receive a response.
VSO, an equal opportunity employer, values inclusion and seeks to have a diverse workforce and therefore welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

Application deadline: 26th July 2013

Interviews: 12th - 16th August 2013
Expected Start Date: To be negotiated

Programme Associate Job in Kenya

Programme Associate – Resource Centre
To assist and support the resource center in the processing of information resources (cataloguing and classification) to complete the automation process currently ongoing.Ensure the establishment of an automated charging and discharging system;Computerized classification and cataloguing system;Updating the automated system with new information as soon as information is acquired;Proper maintenance of the automated system;Establish a database of all KHRC final publications within the resource center webpage;Update the database of publications as they are produced;Proper maintenance of the database;Participate in all strategic exhibitions for KHRC;Stock taking and weeding of information materials.Diploma in Library and Information ScienceStrong understanding and experience in information management workProven track record of cataloguing and classificationKnowledge of institutional repositories and e-resource managementAbility to use an integrated library system/softwareBasic knowledge of computers (MS Office Suite)
If you believe you fit the profile, submit your application and CV detailing your suitability for the post and include a daytime telephone contact and three referees to vacancies@khrc.or.ke The closing date for this position is on 22nd July 2013.KHRC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and will recruit the most qualified person irrespective of race, marital status, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation or nationality.Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification. Only successful candidates will be contacted

SNV Junior Professionals Programme Career Opportunities in Kenya

SNV Junior Professionals Programme

What is a Junior Professional?

SNV is now looking for high potential and motivated candidates who are ready for a professional career as a development practitioner. The SNV Junior Professionals Programme (JPP) provides the right foundation for a challenging and rewarding career in an international development environment.
The programme aims to grow a Junior Professional into a competent development practitioner with a solid grounding in one of SNV’s sectors: Agriculture, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) or Renewable Energy. You are offered a 2-year fixed-term appointment in one of the countries where SNV works.
During this period, you will gain practical ‘feet-in-the-mud’ experience while you work and learn alongside a well-qualified SNV senior advisor in one of our sector programmes. You will be exposed to SNV’s approaches and encouraged to engage with the latest developments in the sectors.
 Am I eligible for the Junior Professionals Programme?Do you have an advanced degree in Agriculture, WASH or Renewable Energy?Do you have less than 3 years of relevant work experience?Do you possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills? Are you self-driven and hard working? Are you committed and passionate about the international development sector? Are you culturally sensitive?Do you have an excellent command of English and ideally, French in addition?What are the salary and benefits?
SNV offers a compensation and benefits package that is internationally competitive and comparable with other non-profit organisations. You will be recruited by SNV Head Office for a fixed term of two years. Upon successful completion of the programme, you may pursue available career opportunities within SNV or other development organisation.SNV is now accepting applications for 2013 until 22 July 2013. If you are interested, visit our website (www.snvworld.org/snv-jpp) for more information and directions on how to apply.
What is the selection procedure?
The JP Programme will select a limited number of international, highly qualified and motivated juniors from both the Netherlands and the countries where SNV works. Shortlisted applicants will go through a thorough selection procedure in which we will seek to establish learning and growth potential to become a high performing development practitioner. Newly appointed Junior Professionals will be expected to be on board by latest October 2013. For further information, please e-mail us at snvjpp@snvworld.org

Transparency International Service Delivery (Water and Education) Programme Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Programme Officer – Service Delivery (Water and Education)
Transparency International–Kenya (TI-Kenya) is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1999 in Kenya with the aim of developing a transparent and corruption free society through good governance and social justice initiatives. TI-Kenya is one of the autonomous chapters of the global Transparency International movement that are all bound by a common vision of a corruption-free world. TI-Kenya is currently implementing programmes with the objectives of: strengthening governance in targeted institutions; developing effective policy and legislative environment; and, strengthening the capacity of the public to recognize and fight corruption. TI-Kenya’s 2012-2017 strategic plan identified water and education sectors for its interventions. It is in this regard that TI-Kenya wishes to recruit a Programme Officer for its service delivery sub-programme (water and education).
Overall Purpose of the Job: To develop and implement interventions geared towards promoting transparency, accountability, integrity and, generally good governance, in the water and education sectors by strengthening governance in targeted water and education public institutions; developing effective policy and legislative environment in the water and education sectors; and, strengthening the
capacity of the public to recognize and fight corruption in the water and education sectors.
The Programme Officer will work under the supervision of the Programme Coordinator - Citizen Demand and will be responsible for providing support for the delivery of the targets of the water and education sub-programme within the Citizen Demand Programme. In these duties, the Programme Officer will be responsible for ensuring that activities are executed in the stipulated timeframes and standards.
 Provide advice and technical support to governance institutions in the water and education sector in
Kenya, donors and partner NGOs on strategy, policy, implementation and monitoring of citizen demand programmes.a) Ensuring that contracts, grants, project/programme design and implementation are in line with TI Kenya policies and procedures. Supporting the orderly operation of the programme, in line with
established procedures and within established budgets including:Coordinate, manage and promote TI-Kenya water and education sub-programmes/projects in collaboration with other TI Kenya staff.Oversee and coordinate all aspects of the water and education sub-programme including conceptualization of projects/activities, staffing and resource mobilisation.Ensure that technical programme documents relating to water and education are fully reviewed, discussed and appropriately disseminated. This task includes support to research, data collection and report writing.Design and implement outreach initiatives on good governance and corruption prevention targeting all relevant stakeholders.Work with the communication team to produce Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials on governance in the water and education sub-programme and overall publicity of TI Kenya’s work.In liaison with the Research Officer, facilitate research on governance in the water and education sectors in Kenya.Ensure that activities are implemented and reporting done in a timely and cost effective mannerAssist in developing the programme’s strategic plan and budget as well as outlining key activities to be undertaken.Assist in the development and implementation of strategies that would promote systemic, legal, administrative and institutional change to strengthen the fight against corruption and effective public service delivery in the water and education sectors.Providing technical support to project partners in the development of sound water and education programmes, and their design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation;Providing technical support to partners in the development of national policies/legislationb)  Managing projects and partners’ and service contracts, including, inter alia:Support the identification and recruitment of qualified service providers and staff.Ensure efficient and proper filing systems and coordinate other information management systems relating to water and education sub-programme;Monitoring of expenditures, ensuring that partner inputs are properly accounted for and arrangements for payment of recurrent and other expenditures are timely;3. Strategic Development - Develop/design and implement a water and education intervention strategy for TI-Kenya that promotes the overall goals of the organization, i.e institutions that are efficient and deliver quality services and a society that upholds and promotes integrity.Define priorities and objectives of the water and education sub-programme;Ensure synergies between the water and education sub-programme and other TI Kenya programmes.Provide support to the Programme Coordinator in the development and review of the Citizen Demand programme and TI Kenya overall strategic plan implementation.Analyze existing laws and those being proposed, policies, academic papers, case law and comparative studies in other jurisdictions that relate to water and education in Kenya and continuously design and implement advocacy measures that would lead to reduction of risks of corruption and misappropriation of resources in the sectors ; promote responsive, effective and coordinated county service delivery; strengthen structures of oversight and accountability mechanisms in the water and education sector at national and county governments; and, establish effective mechanisms of public participation in water and education governance processes, especially the marginalised and minority groups;Gathering and analyzing information on regional and international best practices, adapting the same and sharing knowledge to support the growth of devolved governance and extractive industries;4.  Coordination/External RelationshipsMaintain constructive working relations with the government, civil society, multilateral agencies and other partners and stakeholders to share experiences, promote and mainstream transparencyMaintain collaborative programmes and relationships with partner organizations to promote transparency and accountability in the water and education sector;Supporting capacity-building of partner institutions in the water and education sector;Provide technical support to project partners in the development of sound policies for transparent and accountability initiatives in the water and education sectors;5.  Good Practice and Institution LearningProviding technical support for the development of structured opportunities to facilitate internal and partner learning for decision-making and influencing practiceProvide technical support for the development of structured opportunities of institutional learning including project reviews, monitoring and evaluation, highlighting success stories and lessons learnt and development of best practices.6.  Resource Mobilisation/Budget managementDevelop appropriate fundraising strategies as well as sustainable alternative revenue sourcesIdentify and secure funding for the water and education sub-programme in accordance with budgetary projectionsTracking programme expenditure against budgets7.  Reporting - Preparing and/or contributing to development of quality and timely activity and periodic narrative and financial reporting to different partners and stakeholders.
8.  Performing such other job-related duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Coordinator or management.
 Hold a graduate degree in a relevant social science discipline.At least five (3) years of proven experience with: the coordination of citizen related programmes; in particular in terms of capacity building and the development of community based initiatives;Participatory, community-based approaches; community dissemination strategies;Proposal writing and financial reportingExperience in research and knowledge of research methodologyInformation analysis and report writing.Familiarity with concepts of sustainable development, social and economic rights, good governance and policy makinga solid understanding of the environment in which TI-Kenya operates; commitment to and understanding of TI-Kenya’s mission, vision and objectivesextensive knowledge of Kenya’s governance institutions and their decision-making proceduresfamiliarity with processes of institutional capacity strengtheningwilling to undertake regular field and other external visits and interact with different stakeholdersexcellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili.highly organised and detail oriented; able to prioritise and produce work of consistently high standard;Leadership qualities and team management skills.Strong networking skillsInterested and qualified candidates are requested to submit one document as an attachment (combining the application letter and CV with at least three professional referees) by email on/before close of business on 12th July 2013 to: hr@tikenya.org
Please include the job title: Programme Officer, Service Delivery as the subject of your email applications. Do not attach your testimonials or certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NACADA Programme Officer, Administration Officer, Accountant, Procurement Officer, Auditor, Graphics Designer Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) was established by an Act of Parliament in July 2012. NACADA is mandated to coordinate a multi-sectoral effort aimed at preventing, controlling and mitigating the impact of alcohol and drug abuse in Kenya.
The Authority seeks to recruit suitably qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following vacant positions: Job Descriptions and Specifications
Programme Officer - Community Development (Public Education)
Reporting to: Manager, Communication & DocumentationDevelopment of strategies for community outreachLiaison with County Governments and the Authority’s Regional offices on community engagementFollow up on implementation of community outreach frameworkAnalysing and providing feedback to reporting Local Authorities on Alcohol and Drug AbuseAssist in managing and coordinating the Authority’s programmes in the region while serving as the link between the headquarters and the region;Participate in implementing relevant legislation, policies and procedures according to applicable standards and regulations;Contribute in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the public, private sector, and the general public;Work with diverse groups of stakeholders to develop consensus and partnerships;Assist in developing concepts and proposals for fundraising towards the campaign against alcohol and drug abuse in the region;Participate in representing the Authority in relevant committees and task forces in the region;Assist in monitoring and evaluation of the Authority programmes in the region and preparing the requisite reports as per corporate requirement;Qualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s Degree in Community DevelopmentMinimum 3 years relevant work experience;Ability to work with diverse groups of stakeholders;Skills in community/resources mobilization;Knowledge of programme design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and budgeting;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Must possess excellent communication skills (English and Kiswahili both oral and written) and a team player.Excellent computer skills
Reporting to: Manager, Human Resource & AdministrationSupervision of office services – telephone, cleaning, messengers and registryAllocation of office accommodation, furniture and equipment and keep records thereof.Effective management and administration of transport services including allocation of vehicles and supervision of driversUndertake coordinated maintenance of office buildingsCoordinate vehicle maintenance and servicing, cleaning servicesAuthorize vehicle journeys and administer work tickets.Procurement of insurance for motor vehicles.Settle utility bills – water and electricity – and keep records thereof.Co-ordinate security matters in all NACADA Offices.Co-ordinate the conduct of fire drills in consultation with the appropriate safety agents, and put in place safety equipment like fire extinguishers.Qualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s Degree in Management/ Business Administration from a recognized institutionMinimum 3 years relevant work experience;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Have high level of integrity and a Team player.Have excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills;Be fluent in written and spoken Swahili and EnglishExcellent computer skillsEnsure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and proceduresPrepare accurate and timely monthly and quarterly financial reportsCompile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accountsUndertake banking activities and bank reconciliationCarry out regular stock takes and report accordinglyControl Vote book as budgetedOrganize and pay suppliers as per policyEnsure prompt raising of invoices and reconciliation debtorsMonitor activities against budgets/plans to ensure complianceQualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s degree in Commerce/ Business Administration / Accounting or Finance from a recognized institutionMust be CPA(K)Minimum 3 years relevant work experience;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Excellent computer skills and working experience in NAVISION accounting package will be an added advantage.Have high level of integrity and a Team player.Have excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills;Be fluent in written and spoken Swahili and EnglishProgramme Officer- Outreach/ Community Development
Reporting to: Manager, Communication & DocumentationDesign and development of community outreach programmes on treatment and rehabilitationLiaison with service providers on County Governments and the Authority’s Regional offices on advancement of community based rehabilitationEngage the Government Social work department in addressing ADA issuesDevelop networksUndertake capacity building of partners and other relevant personsPreparing documents, reports and correspondences as directedAnalysing and providing feedback to reporting Local Authorities on Alcohol and Drug AbuseMaintain effective filing system for soft and hard copies of programs documents and reportsQualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s Degree in Bachelor’s degree in SociologyMinimum 3 years relevant work experience;Ability to work with diverse groups of stakeholders;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Have high level of integrityExcellent computer skills and Team player.Have excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills;Be fluent in written and spoken Swahili and English and a Team player.
Reporting to: Manager, ProcurementPrepare procurement plans for the Authority and ensure that tender documents are properly prepared.Preparation, publishing and issuing of procurement requests for quotations or tenders;Coordinate the opening, evaluation and recommendation of quotations to tender committee in line with procurement regulations.Liaise with the stores officer on stock levels in order to determine re-order levels for the next purchaseAssist in the preparation of contract documents, keeping records of the procurement and related committees and ensuring compliance with the procurement laws and regulations.Maintenance of proper procurement records in accordance with the laws, regulations, policies and procedures governing public procurement;Facilitating and overseeing the implementation of the procurement committee's decisions;Monitoring the implementation of contracts.Receipt and follow-up of orders from suppliers and issuance of purchase orders to suppliers.Issuing and management of stores and supplies and maintaining a stores inventory.Carrying out market analysis, benchmarking for supplies and monitoring factors that affect price levels for planning purposes..Qualifications and CompetenciesPossess a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Purchasing and Supplies management or related field from a recognized university;Post graduate diploma in Supply Chain Management or CIPSMust be a member of the relevant professional bodyMinimum 3 years relevant experience in a similar position ;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Knowledge of the Public Procurement and Disposal laws and regulations in Kenya ;Have high level of integrity and demonstrated professional competence in public procurement;Have excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills;Be fluent in written and spoken Swahili and English and a Team player.Excellent computer skills
Reporting to: Manager, Internal Audit & Risk ManagementParticipate in developing and implementing Annual Risk-Based Audit Plan aligned to the Authority’s objectives.Evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of controls and methodology established by management to ensure that identified risks are appropriately mitigated at both strategic and operational level.Prepare audit programs.Undertake financial, operational and investigative audits.Review of final accounts and management reports.Assess operations of various departments to assure they are conducted in compliance with laid down policy, procedure, work instructions and statutory regulations.Identifying possible risks in various activities carried out by Authority; recommend the appropriate control measures, and follow -up on implementation.Assist in preparation of internal audit reports and follow-up on implementation of external and internal auditor’s recommendations.Facilitating maintenance of ISO standards and other quality standards implemented by the Authority.Assist in compilation and submission quarterly reports on corruption eradication initiatives at NACADA to Ethics & Anti-corruption Commission.Qualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics / Business Administration/Mathematics from a recognized institution and CPA part II OR CPA (K) or Certified Internal Auditors (CIA)Minimum 3 years relevant work experience;Good knowledge of and skill in applying internal auditing principles and practicesAbility to work with diverse groups of stakeholders;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Must possess excellent communication skills (English and Kiswahili both oral and written) and a team player.Excellent computer skillsKnowledge of Government financial accounting and NAVISION system will be an added advantage.
Reporting to: Manager, Communication & DocumentationConceptualize and develop ideas for graphic depiction of alcohol and drug abuse messages.Analyze briefs, develop alternatives, prepare illustrations or rough sketches of IEC and based materials for discussions with the supervisors.Create design and sample layouts based on approved concept/messages for IEC materials on alcohol and drug abuse.Review final layouts of artworks, suggest improvements as necessary, and prepare materials for pre-press and publication based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts.Ensure quality and standards are maintained in the authority’s corporate identity in both print and web design.Keep abreast of developments in information technology and offer suggestions in design best practice (both web and print).Assist clients undertaking internet based research on alcohol and drug abuse topics.Qualifications and CompetenciesDiploma in Graphics Design and Communication from a recognized Institution;Minimum 3 years relevant work experience with at least one (1) year experience in translating concepts to visuals;Knowledge of Graphic suites and tools is a requirement.Ability to keep abreast with emerging technologies in new media, particularly design programs such as QuarkXPress, FreeHand, Illustrator, Photoshop, 3ds Max, Acrobat, Director, Dreamweaver and Flash;A team player, able to cope with a highly challenging and fast paced environment.High attention to detail.Ability to work under minimal supervision;Must possess excellent communication skills (English and Kiswahili both oral and written)Excellent computer skillsInterested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing current and detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, day time telephone contacts, current and expected remuneration, notice period required to take up the appointment when successful, names, addresses and emails of (3) three professional referees.
All applications should have the job reference number clearly marked on the envelope so as to reach the undersigned not later than 17th July 2013.
NACADA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any form of canvassing shall lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Chief Executive Officer
National Authority For the Camapign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse,
NSSF Building, Block A, Eastern Wing, 18th Floor,
P.O. Box 10774-00100 GPO,
Nairobi.

YWCA Programme Manager Job in Kenya

YWCA of Kenya

Job Title: Programme Manager

Reporting: National General Secretary (CEO)

Purpose of the Job: Responsible for YWCA Programme Management and Membership Development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Programme Design and Implementation of effective young women and girls Programmes at the YWCA National HeadquartersFund raising for YWCA Programmatic intreventions.Programme coordination being a liaison person between donors and implementing YWCA branch offices at the grassroots level.Supervison of Programme Staff at National and Branch levelMonitoring and evaluation of ongoing Programme activities at the Branches.Report writing to the Programme stake holders such as the Board, partners and Management team.Organizing National events including National Convention for members, National Programme Committee, National Training forums and Youth conferences.Networking and collaboration with stakeholdersResponsible for Training and Development of staff from National to Branch level.Responsible for Documentation, publication and dissemination of YWCA Best practices.Responsible for recruitment, development and retention of YWCA Members. Coordination of  the activities of the Christian Emphasis committee including, Committee meetings, visits to staff and volunteers, prayer days, week of prayer, Christmas parties and all spiritual nourishing functions.Organizing for capacity building workshops for staff and various target groups of our programme Focus.Preparation of Youth from Branches for Exchange programmes locally and internationally.B.A. (Sociology/Community Development./Business studies/Development Studies/Bachelors Degree in Education)Masters Degree in any of the above disciplines is an added advantage.Experience: At least 5 years relevant working experience in a senior management position experience with NGO implementing Community development programmes

Other

Committed Christian Resource mobilization skillsResult Based Programme Management skillsComputer literate with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office eg. MS Word, MS Powerpoint, etcVery good interpersonal skillsSelf motivated, honest, reliableExcellent communication, planning and organizational skillsGood report writing and analytical skillsApplications to be sent to;

The National General Secretary
P.O Box 40710-00100
Nairobi.

Or e-mail: vacancy@ywcakenya.org

Deadline: 12th July 2013

NACADA Programme Officer, Administration Officer, Accountant, Procurement Officer, Auditor, Graphics Designer Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) was established by an Act of Parliament in July 2012. NACADA is mandated to coordinate a multi-sectoral effort aimed at preventing, controlling and mitigating the impact of alcohol and drug abuse in Kenya.
The Authority seeks to recruit suitably qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following vacant positions: Job Descriptions and Specifications
Programme Officer - Community Development (Public Education)
Reporting to: Manager, Communication & DocumentationDevelopment of strategies for community outreachLiaison with County Governments and the Authority’s Regional offices on community engagementFollow up on implementation of community outreach frameworkAnalysing and providing feedback to reporting Local Authorities on Alcohol and Drug AbuseAssist in managing and coordinating the Authority’s programmes in the region while serving as the link between the headquarters and the region;Participate in implementing relevant legislation, policies and procedures according to applicable standards and regulations;Contribute in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the public, private sector, and the general public;Work with diverse groups of stakeholders to develop consensus and partnerships;Assist in developing concepts and proposals for fundraising towards the campaign against alcohol and drug abuse in the region;Participate in representing the Authority in relevant committees and task forces in the region;Assist in monitoring and evaluation of the Authority programmes in the region and preparing the requisite reports as per corporate requirement;Qualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s Degree in Community DevelopmentMinimum 3 years relevant work experience;Ability to work with diverse groups of stakeholders;Skills in community/resources mobilization;Knowledge of programme design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and budgeting;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Must possess excellent communication skills (English and Kiswahili both oral and written) and a team player.Excellent computer skills
Reporting to: Manager, Human Resource & AdministrationSupervision of office services – telephone, cleaning, messengers and registryAllocation of office accommodation, furniture and equipment and keep records thereof.Effective management and administration of transport services including allocation of vehicles and supervision of driversUndertake coordinated maintenance of office buildingsCoordinate vehicle maintenance and servicing, cleaning servicesAuthorize vehicle journeys and administer work tickets.Procurement of insurance for motor vehicles.Settle utility bills – water and electricity – and keep records thereof.Co-ordinate security matters in all NACADA Offices.Co-ordinate the conduct of fire drills in consultation with the appropriate safety agents, and put in place safety equipment like fire extinguishers.Qualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s Degree in Management/ Business Administration from a recognized institutionMinimum 3 years relevant work experience;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Have high level of integrity and a Team player.Have excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills;Be fluent in written and spoken Swahili and EnglishExcellent computer skillsEnsure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and proceduresPrepare accurate and timely monthly and quarterly financial reportsCompile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accountsUndertake banking activities and bank reconciliationCarry out regular stock takes and report accordinglyControl Vote book as budgetedOrganize and pay suppliers as per policyEnsure prompt raising of invoices and reconciliation debtorsMonitor activities against budgets/plans to ensure complianceQualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s degree in Commerce/ Business Administration / Accounting or Finance from a recognized institutionMust be CPA(K)Minimum 3 years relevant work experience;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Excellent computer skills and working experience in NAVISION accounting package will be an added advantage.Have high level of integrity and a Team player.Have excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills;Be fluent in written and spoken Swahili and EnglishProgramme Officer- Outreach/ Community Development
Reporting to: Manager, Communication & DocumentationDesign and development of community outreach programmes on treatment and rehabilitationLiaison with service providers on County Governments and the Authority’s Regional offices on advancement of community based rehabilitationEngage the Government Social work department in addressing ADA issuesDevelop networksUndertake capacity building of partners and other relevant personsPreparing documents, reports and correspondences as directedAnalysing and providing feedback to reporting Local Authorities on Alcohol and Drug AbuseMaintain effective filing system for soft and hard copies of programs documents and reportsQualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s Degree in Bachelor’s degree in SociologyMinimum 3 years relevant work experience;Ability to work with diverse groups of stakeholders;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Have high level of integrityExcellent computer skills and Team player.Have excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills;Be fluent in written and spoken Swahili and English and a Team player.
Reporting to: Manager, ProcurementPrepare procurement plans for the Authority and ensure that tender documents are properly prepared.Preparation, publishing and issuing of procurement requests for quotations or tenders;Coordinate the opening, evaluation and recommendation of quotations to tender committee in line with procurement regulations.Liaise with the stores officer on stock levels in order to determine re-order levels for the next purchaseAssist in the preparation of contract documents, keeping records of the procurement and related committees and ensuring compliance with the procurement laws and regulations.Maintenance of proper procurement records in accordance with the laws, regulations, policies and procedures governing public procurement;Facilitating and overseeing the implementation of the procurement committee's decisions;Monitoring the implementation of contracts.Receipt and follow-up of orders from suppliers and issuance of purchase orders to suppliers.Issuing and management of stores and supplies and maintaining a stores inventory.Carrying out market analysis, benchmarking for supplies and monitoring factors that affect price levels for planning purposes..Qualifications and CompetenciesPossess a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Purchasing and Supplies management or related field from a recognized university;Post graduate diploma in Supply Chain Management or CIPSMust be a member of the relevant professional bodyMinimum 3 years relevant experience in a similar position ;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Knowledge of the Public Procurement and Disposal laws and regulations in Kenya ;Have high level of integrity and demonstrated professional competence in public procurement;Have excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills;Be fluent in written and spoken Swahili and English and a Team player.Excellent computer skills
Reporting to: Manager, Internal Audit & Risk ManagementParticipate in developing and implementing Annual Risk-Based Audit Plan aligned to the Authority’s objectives.Evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of controls and methodology established by management to ensure that identified risks are appropriately mitigated at both strategic and operational level.Prepare audit programs.Undertake financial, operational and investigative audits.Review of final accounts and management reports.Assess operations of various departments to assure they are conducted in compliance with laid down policy, procedure, work instructions and statutory regulations.Identifying possible risks in various activities carried out by Authority; recommend the appropriate control measures, and follow -up on implementation.Assist in preparation of internal audit reports and follow-up on implementation of external and internal auditor’s recommendations.Facilitating maintenance of ISO standards and other quality standards implemented by the Authority.Assist in compilation and submission quarterly reports on corruption eradication initiatives at NACADA to Ethics & Anti-corruption Commission.Qualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics / Business Administration/Mathematics from a recognized institution and CPA part II OR CPA (K) or Certified Internal Auditors (CIA)Minimum 3 years relevant work experience;Good knowledge of and skill in applying internal auditing principles and practicesAbility to work with diverse groups of stakeholders;Ability to work under minimal supervision;Must possess excellent communication skills (English and Kiswahili both oral and written) and a team player.Excellent computer skillsKnowledge of Government financial accounting and NAVISION system will be an added advantage.
Reporting to: Manager, Communication & DocumentationConceptualize and develop ideas for graphic depiction of alcohol and drug abuse messages.Analyze briefs, develop alternatives, prepare illustrations or rough sketches of IEC and based materials for discussions with the supervisors.Create design and sample layouts based on approved concept/messages for IEC materials on alcohol and drug abuse.Review final layouts of artworks, suggest improvements as necessary, and prepare materials for pre-press and publication based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts.Ensure quality and standards are maintained in the authority’s corporate identity in both print and web design.Keep abreast of developments in information technology and offer suggestions in design best practice (both web and print).Assist clients undertaking internet based research on alcohol and drug abuse topics.Qualifications and CompetenciesDiploma in Graphics Design and Communication from a recognized Institution;Minimum 3 years relevant work experience with at least one (1) year experience in translating concepts to visuals;Knowledge of Graphic suites and tools is a requirement.Ability to keep abreast with emerging technologies in new media, particularly design programs such as QuarkXPress, FreeHand, Illustrator, Photoshop, 3ds Max, Acrobat, Director, Dreamweaver and Flash;A team player, able to cope with a highly challenging and fast paced environment.High attention to detail.Ability to work under minimal supervision;Must possess excellent communication skills (English and Kiswahili both oral and written)Excellent computer skillsInterested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing current and detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, day time telephone contacts, current and expected remuneration, notice period required to take up the appointment when successful, names, addresses and emails of (3) three professional referees.
All applications should have the job reference number clearly marked on the envelope so as to reach the undersigned not later than 17th July 2013.
NACADA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any form of canvassing shall lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Chief Executive Officer
National Authority For the Camapign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse,
NSSF Building, Block A, Eastern Wing, 18th Floor,
P.O. Box 10774-00100 GPO,
Nairobi.

Save the Children YouthSave Programme Data Clerk Job in Nairobi Kenya

YouthSave Programme Data Clerk
Team / Programme: Programme Operations    Grade: TBC  (Competitive Package)    Child Safeguarding: Level 3 - the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people

Role Purpose:  

Collect, process and verify financial capability activity data forms and maintain. YouthSave database by entering new and updated monitoring data collection forms from Mentors. Assist with processing administrative matters within the project in order to support and ensure successful project implementation.
 Scope of Role:

Reports to: Youth Save Programme Coordinator

Dimensions:  

Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since 1984, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH. Save the Children has an operational presence in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Eldoret, Habaswein, Mandera, Meru and Wajir.  Currently, we have a staff complement of approximately 230 staff and expenditure of approximately US$15 million this year.

Staff directly reporting to this post: None   

Key Areas of Accountability:

Project Data Management

Collect, organize, and verify accuracy of data before it is captured into database.Documentation and data management of YouthSave data/information. Filing the data collection forms in an organized manner.Maintaining of the databaseWhere required participate in monitoring activities and write up reports accordingly.Assist the Programme Coordinator with coordination of procurement activities within the project.Assist with organizing/coordinating logistical aspects for scheduled partner and/or stakeholder meetings and logistical aspects for scheduled field visits.Facilitate timely project related payments for project mentors and partners in the field.Perform any other related duties assignedFinancial Education ProgrammingContact person between FE mentors and Programme Coordinator for the operational / implementation aspects of this programmatic componentWeekly contact with FE point persons in all project areas to solicit updates and matters arising.Weekly and monthly reports on FE submitted to Programme Coordinator.Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)
 Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children valuesHolds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achievedSets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the sameWidely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates othersFuture orientated, thinks strategicallyBuilds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supportersValues diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strengthApproachable, good listener, easy to talk toDevelops and encourages new and innovative solutionsWilling to take disciplined risksHonest, encourages openness and transparencyQualifications and Experience

Qualifications:

Bachelor degree; skills, knowledge and ability to enter, analyse and report on dataExperience in related area of workStrong organizational skills, ability to plan and work independently to get results; proficiency in both written and  oral communications; mastery of Microsoft Word, Excel and AccessCommunicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writingExperience working with children and young peopleComputer literacy An ability to work to deadlines An ability to work fast (but without mistakes) Good attention to detailThe application process is now open and will close on 11th July 2013 at 5.00 p.m. To apply for this position, please send a short cover letter and CV to Kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org  indicating the position title on the subject line.

Save the Children Terms of Reference for Documentation of Best Practices in Health and Nutrition Programme

Terms of Reference for Documentation of Best Practices in Health and Nutrition Programme

Background Information

Save the Children is the world's largest independent organization for children, making a difference to children's lives in over 120 countries. We deliver immediate and lasting improvements to children's lives worldwide. Save the Children listens to children, involves children and ensures their views are taken into account.Save the Children secures and protects children's rights - to food, shelter, healthcare, education and freedom from violence, abuse and exploitation.
Our vision is a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation.
Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
Save the Children has been operational in Kenya for more than 20 years, working on four core thematic areas: right to Health, right to Freedom from Hunger, right to Education and right to Protection. The rights-based approach of our interventions is founded on four interlocking pillars: direct programming, political and policy change, popular mobilization and fundraising. We provide support through both longer term development work and humanitarian relief in emergencies
Save the Children has a strong track record of supporting health systems strengthening through direct interventions, policy analysis and advocacy especially on key building blocks of high-quality health systems namely financing, governance and human resources.As a child rights organization, we are committed to ascertain and follow the priorities of the communities we work with and to increase child and community participation in governance, policy-making and delivery of health services.
 Save the Children received co-funding from both ECHO and DFID to support the Ministry of Health (MOH) to implement High Impact Nutrition Interventions (HINI) in Wajir and Mandera Counties starting from 1st July 2012 to 31st December 2013. The support to the MOH is provided in accordance with the new implementation strategy that shifts the responsibility of implementation of HINI programme activities to the Ministry of Health, with technical, logistical and financial support provided by Save the Children. The High Impact Interventions (HINI) are being implemented at both health facilities and hard-to-reach areas.Save the Children is currently supporting the MOH to implement High Impact Interventions, as adoption of the new strategy of indirect nutrition programme implementation. This process needs to be documented systematically so as to capture key challenges; best practices and lessons learnt which would then be shared with the MOH, Donors and other stakeholders for further scale up to other counties. Ultimately such lessons learnt, best practices and discussions should feed into the review of relevant national nutrition policies and guidelines.To document in both narrative and film selected aspects of the current Save the Children nutrition programme in Wajir and Mandera Counties. The review of this documentation by Save the Children will help in the determination of best practices and lessons learnt.The scope of this consultancy includes, but is not limited to, the following:
a) Develop tentative consultancy work-plan
b) Narrative and film documentation of the health and  nutrition programmes, focusing on the following areas:
 1) Provision of technical support by Save the Children to MoH key nutrition and health  staffs Advantages of the current implementation strategy over the previous direct implementation.What is the sustainability of the HINI activities in the districts?2) The provision of logistical support to Ministry of Health to deliver High Impact Nutrition Interventions (HINI) in hard-to-reach areas.What are the types and quantity of logistical support provided to the Ministry of Health?What logistical support is usually provided to MOH? How are the monthly vehicle movement plans drawn or prepared and by whom? How the supplies (i.e. RUTF) are distributed from the district Hospitals to the rural facilities and who does the D-plan.?Is the logistical support provided adequate? 3) The participation of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in the delivery of High Impact Nutrition Interventions in hard-to-reach areas. What roles do CHWs perform in the delivery of High Impact Nutrition Interventions and other health interventions?What is their level of motivation?What are the challenges they face?What are their recommendations?Perception of CHWs on the partnership with SC and MOH 4) The recruitment and secondment of health workers to support the Ministry of Health in the delivery of High Impact Nutrition Interventions (HINI)How was the recruitment conducted?What are the mechanisms for remuneration of seconded personnel?What are the Ministry’s future plans for the seconded staffs?What are the roles and responsibilities of the county government to support the deployment of personnel to the facilities to complement partner’s efforts?What advocacy role has SCI participated in at district and county level to ensure adequate staff to support health and nutrition programs in the region?5) Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition at hard-to-reach areasDocument the screening and admission processes. Document the pre-mixing of CSB and cooking oil.Document the provision of IMAM rations at hard-to-reach areas.Document emerging issues regarding the stabilization centersDocument success stories of children admitted in the IMAM program6) High Impact Nutrition Interventions at Health FacilitiesDocument the package (range of services) and integration of High Impact Nutrition Interventions (HINI) at health facilities.Document the challenges/lessons learnt by the in-charges who also deliver services in their catchment outreach sites.Document the linkages in the integration of  health and nutrition services in relation to implementation 7) Mother to mother support groups/care support groupsHow were the MTMSGs formed?Which functions do they perform to promote the uptake of the recommended maternal, infant and young child Nutrition (MIYCN) practices?What are the motivational factors?What have been some of the achievement of MTMSG in the promotion of MIYCN practices as well as hygiene promotion at the community? What impact has the training had in regard to uptake of services and behavior change?What has been the role of men in the promotion of MIYCN practices through the care support groups? What impact has it had?What are the challenges they face? How are these being addressed?What are the sustainability practices? (E.g. are there any successful income-generating activities initiated by the mothers and kitchen gardens etc.)What is the role of the community in regard to supporting the MTMSG to provide services?Document a case study on severely malnourished child with medical complications.Document a case study on a malnourished pregnant or lactating motherDocument case study on successful Mother to Mother support Group.Document case studies on the trends and linkages of the program from mobilization, assessments, referral to facilities, interventions, discharges and referral back to community as well as linkages to sustainable strategies ( Nutrition Care Process holistic approach)9. GoK roles and responsibilities including the role of MOH, other line ministries including water and irrigation, Agriculture and the devolved county government. What has been the Ministry of Health’s contribution/ role in the nutrition programme? What has been the role of the District and County in Advocacy to support health and nutrition interventions?( these includes HRH)The role of DHMT in systems strengthening, advocacy and resource mobilization to complement the role of partners in the region? What are the overall challenges and what impact have they felt from the Save the Children’s supported programs?The consultant shall be responsible for:Concise Narrative Report (not more than 50 pages double-spaced, Times New Roman font size 12) on best practices and lessons learnt in the nutrition programme.Film documentary on key areas in the nutrition programme (submitted in 3 or more quality CDs)Support to be provided by Save the Children Save the Children will provide the following support towards the successful execution of consultancy:Provide logistics to the consultant for field activities.Make arrangements with beneficiaries, community members and partners.Provide translators (if need be)Consultant’s daily rate Avail documents/information relevant to the project context that the consultant might require. Information might also be obtained from programme staff; MOH staff; mother-to-mother support groups; CHWs and beneficiaries through interviews.This consultancy will be conducted in July 2013 and is expected to last between 8 to 12 days.
The exercise will be coordinated from Save the Children field offices in Wajir and Mandera Counties. Save the Children will facilitate the consultant’s travel from Nairobi to the field office and field sites.  Save the Children will as well provide administrative, logistics, accommodation, meals and security-related support to ensure smooth implementation of the consultancy. The consultant will be required to abide by the organization’s security procedures as well as other applicable rules and regulations, including the code of conduct.Technical guidance and supervision for the consultant will be provided by the Health and Nutrition Programme Managers and Area Programme Managers.Knowledge and understanding of community nutrition programmes.Demonstrated experience in conducting similar work (film documentation of best practices) for international non-governmental organizationsKnowledge of and experience in arid, semi-arid and pastoralist environments.All interested consultants/firms are requested to write an expression of interest by: Explaining their competences to meet the requirements of the assignment.Provide a detailed professional budget in Kenya Shillings (indicate daily professional rates) Provide tentative work-plan and duration of the assignment and when ready to undertake the assignment. Kindly note that the work-plan might be subject to revision once the consultant has been selected.Provide evidence of similar work undertaken in the recent past (not more than 5 years)Please send your application by email to: Kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org.
Please indicate ‘DOCUMENTATION OF BEST PRACTICES’ as the subject heading.
Application deadline: 26th June 2013, 5.00pm
Any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Caritas Nyeri OVC/HCBC Programme Project Co-Ordinator Job in Laikipia, Kenya

The Archdiocese Of Nyeri– Caritas Nyeri is inviting applications for the following position in the FHI (Family Health International) – Caritas Nyeri jointly managed, HCBC Programme. The advertised positions will form a team that will implement the Integrated and comprehensive service delivery program for OVC/HCBC support while addressing the social determinants of health in the larger Laikipia District.

Project Co-Ordinator

OVC/HCBC Programme
Reports to: The Director           

Location: Laikipia District   

Job Objective

The Programme Co-ordinator will be responsible for overall project management and provide technical and administrative support, ensuring strategic focus, relevance, efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability. Ensure successful implementation and management of the OVC/HCBC project and will be required to build the capacity of the project staff. He/She will provide sound technical leadership and support in problem solving, key decision making, resource mobilization and management, quality control, technical input and advice as well as planning, executing, monitoring and evaluation of the project activities.  He/she shall be an approving authority for all the  undertakings pertaining to the programme.   He/She will work with the partners and relevant Government of Kenya line ministries to ensure OVC/HCBC  Service Delivery to marginalized, vulnerable and underserved population made vulnerable by HIV/AIDS. The Programme Coordinator will work with  GOK structures at the County, District and community levels for Sustained improvement of health and well-being for all Kenyans.Resource management: Manage resources for the organization, ensuring adherence to CARITAS’s policy and procedures. Takes responsibility for resource utilization.Staff responsibility: supervise and develop the capacity of staff to undertake assigned roles.  Communications management: work with the Programme Staff to harmonize communications with beneficiaries and CHVs on various issues.Staff Appraisals: Promote 360 degrees staff appraisal and use the results for decision making.Co-ordination of provision of Care and support to OVCs and PLHIVs. Resource Mobilization and sustainabilityEconomic empowerment for income improvement and sustainability.Project Management, Support Supervision, Capacity Building and MentorshipNetworking and partnership developmentMonitoring, Knowledge Management / Documentation and Reporting:Supervision:     Works independently with regular reporting and direction from the director. Directly supervises, M&E officer, field assistants, data management assistants, accountant, office assistant, project driver, JFFL volunteers, SILC Agents. Decision making: makes rational decisions with regard to key responsibilities; seeks and gains consensus with those concerned, ensures that decisions implemented are as per the board of management approvals. Responsibility over data or information: has access to information as regards the project. Is highly informed on project information thus maintains confidentiality where desired.     Responsibility over assets: identifies priorities in accordance with CARITASs strategic approaches and mission, and prudently utilizes organizations assets to fulfill that mission. Responsibility over staff: field assistants, M&E officer, data management assistants , accountants, office assistant, and field assistant including the actions of the project volunteers (SILC agents, CHVs and JFFL volunteers)Job Specifications (Required Minimum Qualifications)

Relevant Experience and Knowledge

At least a Higher Diploma in Sociology, Anthropology, Social work, Nursing, Public Health or other relevant area of study. Have solid working knowledge (practical skills) in the following areas: OVC, HBC, VCT, Counseling, ART, gender issues and social determinants of health.   Experience in dealing with local community structures.At least 3 years’ experience in HIV/AIDS project management with at least 2 years of administrative or managerial responsibility, preferably in an NGO setting.Significant experience in implementing integrated OVC and HIV/AIDS projects will be an added advantage.Key Skills and Personal AttributesProven experience in capacity building and transfer of competencies.Ability to build collaborative relationships within and outside the organization, particularly with Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Development (MGSCD); Ministry of Education; and Ministry of Health; Ministry of Agriculture and other stakeholders. Experience in implementing donor-funded projects. Experience in implementing USAID funded project will be an added advantage.Demonstrated ability to work with various teams and within consortium settings.Good written and  oral communication skillsShould demonstrate above-average Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Programs.A professional with high personal integrity and commitment. A good steward of agency resources.An individual that can work with people from diverse backgrounds.Perfomance Standard for this Position

Quality of work as indicated by: performance of OVC /HCBC projects, new funding opportunities created, community involvement in project work, existence of innovative and sustainable initiatives, satisfactory coordination and execution of activities; effectiveness and efficiency of services; the general project achievements of targets.

Please send in your application CV, Your Parish Priest’s/Pastor’s recommendation and copies of certificates and testimonials to:

The Director
Archdiocese of Nyeri-Caritas Nyeri
P.O. Box 288-10100
Nyeri

Or hand-deliver at Development Centre,  Mathari  – Ihururu Road, Nyeri

Deadline for sending applications for the above position is Friday the 28th of June, 2013.

Only successful candidates shall be contacted.

Archdiocese of Nyeri – Caritas Nyeri is an equal opportunity employer.

ILRI CCAFS East Africa Programme Assistant Job in Kenya

Programme Assistant – CCAFS, East Africa Vacancy Number: PA-EA/CCAFS/06/13

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2 years with the possibility of renewal
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries. ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia.

CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by 15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations.

Overall purpose of the job

The CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS) is a 10-year research initiative of the CGIAR and Future Earth. 

CCAFS seeks to overcome the threats to agriculture and food security in a changing climate, exploring new ways of helping vulnerable rural communities adjust to global changes in climate.

Under the supervision of the Program Management Officer (PMO), this position exists to provide administrative, program management and logistical support to CCAFS East Africa programme, hosted at ILRI.

Key responsibilities

Support program documentation – maintain a filing system and data bases for project concept notes and proposals, consultancy and institutional contracts, invoices and payment requests among others.Assist the PMO in reviewing CCAFS East Africa expenditure listings and following up with finance on disbursement of funds to partners.Organize conferences, workshops, science write shops, internal and external meetings, program annual retreat and quarterly meetings, and other events as required.Assist in preparing and managing consultancy contracts.Support the Communications Officer in maintaining program calendar on CCAFS Intranet and compiling input for CCAFS monthly internal knowledge sharing.Provide administrative support to the program team – preparing of TAs and TERs, visa appointments, flight bookings, and maintaining the calendar and travel schedule of the Regional Program Leader.Update and maintain a database of key CCAFS East Africa partners, including their mailing, telephone and email addresses.Assist in managing procurement, vehicle bookings with transport department, and liaise with other ILRI service units.Respond to routine correspondence, handling e-mail and telephone communication, requests and enquiries.Supervise office assistant and other temporary administrative staff.First Degree in a relevant field. Possession of basic accounting skills is an added advantage.3 years’ experience working in an administrative support role with progressive responsibility. Experience working in a research institution an added advantage.Considerable experience with all MS Office packagesExperience in updating databases for monitoring purposes.  General office administration skillsGood communications skillsExperience working  in a multicultural environmentA strong team playerTerms of appointment

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is open to Kenyan nationals only.  

The position is on a 2-year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

Job level and salary

This position is job level 2C with an attractive salary and benefits package. 

Applications

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined as one document explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience.

Applications should be submitted online to the Human Resources Director at our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/job/board on or before 3 July 2013.

Please apply for only one of the Programme Assistant position at CCAFS that you qualify for. 

The position title and reference number “Programme Assistant-CCAFS-EA: “PA-EA/CCAFS/06/13” should be clearly marked on the online applications. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

ILRI CCAFS Programme Assistant Job in Kenya

Programme Assistant – CCAFS

Vacancy Number: PA/CCAFS/06/13

Duration: 2 years with the possibility of renewal

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries.

ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia.

CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by 15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations.

Overall purpose of the job

The CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS) is a 10-year research initiative of the CGIAR and Future Earth.

CCAFS seeks to overcome the threats to agriculture and food security in a changing climate, exploring new ways of helping vulnerable rural communities adjust to global changes in climate.

Under the supervision of the Program Management Officer (PMO), this position exists to provide administrative, program management and logistical support to CCAFS, hosted at ILRI.

Key responsibilities

Overall responsible for providing logistical support for the Theme 4.2 team and administrative backstopping to the Programme Management Officer;Organizing internal and external meetings, conferences, workshops, trainings, office events, farewells and cocktails as required ;Making pre-travel arrangements, requesting for flight bookings, preparing and getting approval of TAs;Liaising with transport department to obtain vehicles and drivers for field work;Support in post travel activities – preparation of TERs for team and getting approval from budget holders;Organizing local transport for external meetings, visa appointments etc. in liaison with the transport department;Support in establishing and keeping up to date a resource mobilization list of key contacts & a partner key contacts data base and email list;Assist in reviewing of specific CCAFS transaction listings;Assist in drafting consultancy and contract requests;Assist in filing and maintaining a filing system and data base for program documentation, including concept notes and proposals, project agreements, contracts, invoices, financial and technical reports, among others;Assist in maintaining the Theme 4.2 literature database in Endnote (and potentially migrating this to Mendeley);Reporting and following up on office and furniture issues;Support PMO in office management and procurement as required;Participate in weekly team meetings and contribute to agenda, minutes and action points;Help to ensure smooth team communications within administrative team and with CCAFS science officers and theme/regional leaders;Responding to routine correspondence, handling e-mail and telephone communication, requests & enquiries;Supervise the office assistant.First Degree in a relevant field. Possession of basic accounting skills is an added advantage;3 years’ experience working in an administrative support role with progressive responsibility; Experience working in a research institution is an added advantage;Considerable experience with all MS Office packages;Experience in updating databases for monitoring purposes;  General office administration skills;Good communications skills;Experience working in a multicultural environment;A strong team player.Job level and salary

This position is job level 2C with an attractive salary and benefits package. 

Applications

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined as one document explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience.

Applications should be submitted online to the Human Resources Director at our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/job/board on or before 3 July 2013.

 Please apply for only one of the Programme Assistant position at CCAFS that you qualify for. 

The position title and reference number “Programme Assistant-CCAFS: “PA/CCAFS/06/13” should be clearly marked on the online applications. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Golftrick Investments Receptionist/Front Office, Customer Service Executive, Graduates Programme, Stores Assistant, Credit Clerks/Cashiers Jobs in Mombasa, Kenya

We are a new upcoming consulting and trading firm based in Mombasa. Our areas of focus include Research Training and Education and commodity trading.

Receptionist/Front Office

Job Summary

To assist our guests efficiently, courteously and professionally in all front office and golf related functions.To maintain our standards of hospitality at all times.To have a thorough knowledge of all front office and golf operations. Job PurposeOur Front Desk Agent is very often the first and last member of staff hotel guests will see.They have to reflect our atmosphere and convey a sincere welcome to all customers and coordinate management with staff and guests with business.Section Two: General Tasks and ResponsibilitiesPractice gracious hospitality and promote goodwill by addressing guest’s by name, being friendly and helpful to all guests, fellow coaches and stars at all times.Attending to calls, both internal and external calls according to our Standards.Have knowledge of villa and Homestays types and locations within the resort and assign rooms as per required rates indicated and maximize villa sales.Have knowledge of the villa and Homestays rates, the packages, discounts and maintain knowledge of our product line, market conditions, and customers' objectives.To ensure maximum villa occupancy in line with agreed policy on overbooking.Communicate to the housekeeper with detailed information and requests on the expected arrival of the day including special services required e.g. a baby cot.Due to the nature of our business, understand that work schedules and demands of the position may vary from time to time.Participate in the daily 15-minute brief and complete all duties listed on reception checklist.Develop a thorough knowledge of the property, staff, services and the hours of operations.Ensure guest messages are delivered promptly to the guest rooms.Handle wake up calls diverted from the call centre.Perform all business centre duties and cover the area in accordance to the departmental rota.Assist in the training of new employees when required.Protect guest’s and stars security by never revealing any personal information, room numbers, addresses, telephone numbers etc. unless authorized by a coach.Handle any guest problems or complaints in a professional and hospitable manner and report any unusual occurrences and/or requests to a coach.Ensure the cleanliness and neatness of the front desk.Hand over any relevant information with necessary departments and stars.Familiarize yourself of the daily activities and meetings that are being held in the hotel.Have a thorough knowledge of the hotel PMS system, telephone systems, PDQ, pagers and scanners. Know who to report hardware and software problems to and know how to action crash procedures.Actively participate in special guest programs such as: repeat guest history, guest satisfaction surveys and guest responses.Study the function sheets, the guest correspondence letters, memorandums and any other relevant information to ensure that communication between the Front office department and all the other departments is maintained at all times.Perform manual postings of both accommodation and other related expenses onto the guest accounts and receive payment.Have knowledge of and maintain the safe deposit boxes.Be flexible in assisting around the property in response to business and guest demands as well as to any other reasonable duty as requested by the management.Print contingency reports, i.e. departure list, high balance report, in-house guest list, guest ledger balance report, upon every shift - 7am, 12pm, 3pm and 11pm. File in the respective files as backup in case of system failure.Have the departure list ready with all the bills attached to the guest folios prior to the guest check out.Handle guest checkouts efficiently and in a professional manner, having a thorough knowledge of all checkout procedures.Ensure that all the departed rooms have been checked out from the opera system and file the key card.Alert the front management or the assistant manager immediately you notice a discrepancy.Comply with all company policies and procedures, but allow for judgement flexibility as situations demand.Attend and participate fully in departmental and company meetings and training sessions as required by your Manager and to implement the given training as well as taking responsibility for your personal development within the company.Comply with the company regulations as stipulated in the staff handbook, regarding uniform timekeeping, hygiene and general conduct.Understand the Resort’s Fire and Safety proceduresIs following Company’s Mission / Vision & Guiding Principles.Is complying with the Company’s Code of Conduct, Employee Hand Book and Kenyan Laws.Is familiar with Club Lounge members, known repeat guests, VIPs and provide special attention and recognition.Assists in maintaining presentation standards to ensure facilities, OS&E and FF&E are clean, in good repair and well maintained.Participates on the guest compCustomer Service Executive

The job-holder will be responsible for standardizing customer service and experience across the company to ensure that the team offers top level, prompt, courteous and efficient service to customers, achieving exhilarating customer experiences.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Accuracy of reporting and data base informationDevelop customer service standards and devise ways to measure and monitor the same.Oversee the achievement and maintenance of agreed customer service levels and standardsImplement the standards in all MCL outlets.Coordinate with other departments to ensure facilitation of service delivery and implement growth strategies.Analyze relevant data to determine customer service outputsIdentify and implement strategies to improve quality of service, productivity and profitabilityCo-ordinate and manage customer service projects and initiativesEvaluate performance and management of staffIdentify and address staff training and coaching needsConduct customer service audits.Coordinate the complaint handling process.Track customer complaint resolutionHandle complex and escalated customer service issuesDiploma in a business related field.At least 3-5 years’ experience in handling customer Service at a supervisory level.Good knowledge of Bank/Microfinance Operations, CPA qualifications and Audit will be an added advantage.Key Competencies

Personal attributes & skills required in undertaking the role:

Should be able to foster and imbibe excellent service values to all relevant staff.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Leadership Skills. Socially Confident - at ease with meeting people, knows what to say and is quick to establish rapport.Quick thinker - is able to think on their feet.Resilient - emotionally restrained, rarely upset by criticism.Optimistic - able to keep spirits up despite setbacks.Innovative - generates ideas, shows ingenuity, and thinks up solutions.Achievement/ results orientated - Needs to do well, enjoys challenges, and is strongly motivated to achieve impressive results.Assertive - will put forward an idea or view despite opposition and without violating rights of othersAffiliative - shares with and consults others, enjoys working in a collaborative context.Aged to be between 28 - 35 years.Graduate Management TraineesWe employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our clients at the heart of everything they do.

And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team.

We currently have the following vacancy:

Graduates Programme
In return we'll give you a generous financial and benefits package including healthcare support, pension scheme, hotel discounts worldwide and the chance to work with a great team of people.

Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.

Requirements

Bachelors degree or a Diploma in any Hospitality Course,Business Studies,Accounts, ETC.Results oriented, entrepreneurial and self-motivatingTenacious and resilient, driven to achieve even when faced with obstaclesStrong commercial understanding of business issues / opportunitiesStrong understanding of sales and marketing strategy and planning issuesStrong analytical skills, with ability to develop strategies, tactics and measurable implementation.Previous experience will be an added advantage.Stores Assistant

To act under the direction of the store’s and logistics manager by carrying out all stores activities and operations assigned

Computer LiteratePresentableGood Communication SkillsConversant with Sage-pastelWe are looking for accounts clerks/cashiers.

Requirements
Literate in basic computer applicationsA certificate in KATC, CPA PART 1OR Diploma in Business Administration3 years working experience (will be an added advantage)All applications accompanied by Cv should be sent to golftrickinvestments@gmail.com

Kenya Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) Resilience Programme (ARP) Livelihoods Project Officer Job in Nairobi

Job Title: Kenya Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) Resilience Programme (ARP) Livelihoods Project Officer
 Reporting to: Senior Programme Officer, ARP
 Department: Kenya Country Programme
 Location: Nairobi, with frequent travel within the ASAL regions of Kenya
 To be an active member of the Kenya ASALs Resilience Programme (ARP) team contributing to the delivery of its integrated livelihoods/DRR/humanitarian programme. In particular, to provide dedicated support to a new project funded by DFID, especially in the preparation of quarterly donor reports. The project will be implemented with the Diocese of Lodwar, Turkana, and carried out in collaboration with government offices, such as the NDMA, as well as other implementing agents.
 In recognition of the chronic and cyclical nature of drought in Kenya’s ASAL regions, Trócaire has modified its programmatic approach and developed an integrated ASALs resilience programme. Within the ARP humanitarian responses are situated within a broader and longer term DRR and sustainable livelihoods context. In addition, components from other programme areas, such as Governance and Human Rights, are incorporated to address underlying mechanisms that currently undermine coping strategies. The programme has a team of 3 led by a Senior Programme Officer (SPO).
 Within the context of the ARP, support the implementation of the ARP-Loima project in Turkana.design and oversee a project-specific monitoring and evaluation plan.compile all donor and internal reports (narrative and financial) for the project, with input from the partner and under the guidance of the SPO.in conjunction with partners, ensure that agreed reporting schedules (financial and narrative) are met, all reports respond to the relevant project indicators and that they are in line with institutional funding requirements and organisational policy.liaise with members of the finance team to ensure that all financial reports are reviewed and signed off in a timely manner.provide ongoing and comprehensive technical support to the DoL in the implementation of the projectcarry out regular field trips to the partner, the Diocese of Lodwar (DoL), its communities and other implementing agents to provide ongoing oversight of the project’s progress against the agreed workplan, budget and other programming commitments.facilitate capacity building for the partner including on the job training, workshops, exchange visits and formal training courses in project, technical and organizational issuespropose and support constructive solutions to emerging issues and unexpected events in the light of field visits and ongoing communication with the partner.ensure that partners have appropriate monitoring and documentation systems in place to gather the information needed in a timely fashion.carry out administrative procedures (through the Document Library and Agresso systems) in relation to the project and in conjunction with the Programme Administrator.ensure that learning from all forms of review and evaluation is applied to the project and amendments are implemented as agreed.work with partners to gather lessons learnt, best practice and stories of change across the projectidentify and document lessons learnt; collecting information for case studies from the fieldfacilitate learning amongst partners and ensure that this is captured and shared, including with colleagues in Trócaire.support the SPO (and, whenever necessary, regional and Head Office staff) in monitoring food security, livelihoods trends and humanitarian needs that may undermine food security and livelihoods in the fragile Kenya ASAL Ecosystems.and with the rest of the team ensure case studies are documented and shared and materials for the web are regularly produced.other project related work may be assigned by the SPO according to programme needs.ensure that all relationships with partners are in keeping with the principles and values set out in the organisational Partnership Policy.using the Partner Capacity Building Framework, develop partner capacity building plans to strengthen and support partners in areas where they are weak, and together establish clear targets and indicators and review on a regular basis.work with the SPO and members of the finance team to ensure that all existing partners have completed the Partner Governance and Finance Capacity Assessment and that it is undertaken with new partners prior to making any commitments.promote accountability of partners to target communitiespromote and strengthen partnership with government particularly in building capacity of duty bearers in target communities.Networking and communications:
Under the direction of the SPO and as a team member:represent Trócaire in relevant assessments, forums and networks.maintain relationships with donor agencies, church partners and other groups working on the ARP.liaise with local government officials and ensure that partners keep local authorities informed of Trócaire supported programmes.accompany visitors (Trócaire or external) to programme sites and carry out promotional or media work as directed from time to time.contribute to the development of a quarterly newsletter for the ARP programmeprovide material for Trócaire’s Communications, Campaigns, Fundraising and Education units as required.coordinate with the SPO to ensure effective communication with the organisational programme team in Maynooth.under the guidance of the SPO participate in relevant thematic working groups, networks and learning forums, nationally and possibly internationally in order to improve programme and advocacy learning, sharing and impact.Programme Evaluation and Development:
At the request of the SPO contribute to the:ongoing analysis of the sustainable livelihoods sector in Kenya and global developments within the field.completion of the Annual Programme Review process, incorporating clear evidence of progress and challenges and adhering to internal and external reporting requirements.completion of mid-term and end-of-project/programme evaluations, annual development of the ARP programme and design of any new programmes.ensure that the learning from the evaluation process is explicitly incorporated into future project implementation.adopt evaluation methodologies that maximise opportunities for learning for Trócaire and the Partners.support the SPO and Regional Institutional Funding Officer (RIFO) in identifying new institutional funding sources for the programme.support the SPO to ensure that all institutional funding for the programme is managed in line with donor requirements and that reports are compliant with donor needs, including Irish Aid (IA) and Trócaire’s internal needs.ensure that partners are aware of the grant management and reporting requirements of back donors and where necessary provide training and support to partners in order to meet these demands.Additional details of exceptional aspects of the jobkeep abreast of developments in the development sector as a whole and within livelihoods/ humanitarian/ DRR sector in particular.undertake other agreed tasks related to Trócaire sustainable livelihoods and humanitarian programming and projects as needed such as assistance with preparation of proposals, reports, project summaries, monitoring visits etc. at the request of the SPO.Qualifications, Attributes and Other requirements specific to the role
Technical Skills and Experiencegraduate education and/or professional qualification in an appropriate technical subject or subject relevant to development/livelihoods work and Project Managementminimum 3 years work experience in the field of implementing development projects (experience of work in a livelihoods context will be an advantage)excellent written and oral skills in English (essential)proven ability to maintain relevant, accurate and comprehensive records in the context of work planning, coordination and reporting (essential)regular donor reporting, preferably for DFID or ECcoordinating or managing development programmes through local partners.carrying out community-based needs assessmentprogramme planning, preferably through programme cycle management, and monitoring and evaluationproven experience in capacity building processes and techniques, and the provision of technical advice through on the job training.financial management within a development programming contextimplementing social welfare (food-for-work, cash vouchers etc) programmesworking with international donors, especially DFID or ECworking in support of national NGOs and partners in developing countries.action oriented person with initiative and self-motivationexcellent all-round communication skills, both facilitating and presenting but also producing written work of a high quality in Englishability to organize his/her work independently, ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and multitask.good inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate sensitively to a broad range of people and organisations within a cross cultural context.ability to work effectively within a team and in support of colleagues, and to provide leadership and direction for the small team, retaining courtesy in stressful environments.proven organisation and administration skills, including familiarity with standard IT packages and their applications and specifically Word and Excel.commitment to a partnership approach.willingness to work out-of-office/weekend when necessary, in response to work demandsHow to apply:

If you meet the above selection criteria, please send your curriculum vitae and a covering letter on ms word only to hr@trocaire.or.ke and state the reference number on the subject line.

Closing date: 14 Jun 2013