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Job Title: Child Protection Technical Consultant
Introduction
The programme in the Dadaab Refugee Camps is one of the largest child protection programmes of Save the Children globally.
A system approach is used to strengthen the child protection mechanisms at multi-levels targeting government and non-government actors, the community and children themselves. A comprehensive case management system is established to respond to the gravest child protection violations in the camps through identification, assessment, Best Interest Determination, referral and follow-up visits. Community-based alternative care, child protection community structures, child participation and psychosocial support, as well as community sensitisation and advocacy for behaviour changes are also key components of the programme. Currently the Dadaab programme is funded by UNHCR, UNICEF, BPRM and private donors, and is under-going a comprehensive review and evaluation of services over the past 6 years.Save the Children also works with partners at the national level and within other projects to ensure that Children without Appropriate Care receive protective services, that working children’s needs are addressed and that children who have been abused are supported with comprehensive services.
We seek to expand this work in the coming six months. We also would like to build on several studies and publications that Save the Children has worked on – including issues of children connected to the streets in the Rift Valley, children in urban slums in Mombasa and sexual violence in conflict.Job Purpose
The Consultant will provide technical expertise to Save the Children’s Child Protection programme in the following key areas:
Support the development and capacity building of the child protection staff in Dadaab to assume senior roles in managing the large-scale programme. One staff will be mentored to take on the CP Manager role. This will also include assisting the projects to transition to a more community-managed strategy (internally known as “Desert Flower”). The consultant will ensure that a pilot in one camp is documented and staff are prepared to replicate lessons learned in other camps.Ensure the planned evaluation of the comprehensive Child Protection system in Dadaab refugee camp is completed and that data from the field and report drafts are adequately reviewed and prepared for sharing. A second external consultant has been identified and secured who will lead this evaluation.Oversee the subsequent documentation of the comprehensive Child Protection system in Dadaab refugee camp for communications and fundraising purposes.Represent Save the Children at the national level with UNICEF, UNHCR, the Government of Kenya and other donors and partners, as requested.Support the country office to remain a key contributor to national-level coordination on child protection; link field programmes with relevant structures and developments in the child protection systems; and ensure the delivery of programme quality is in line with donors’ requirements and child protection minimum standards. Key DeliverablesThe Child Protection Advisor will be based in Nairobi with travel to field sites within Kenya as required.
1. Mentoring and transition plan for Dadaab
Work closely with the existing team in Dadaab to transition child protection staff to more senior roles and prepare for management with appropriate tools and systems. This will include working on M&E systems to coordinate supervisory feedback and track progress. One key deliverable is an agreed upon mentoring plan for the new Child Protection Manager. Assist staff in Dadaab in designing and documenting the transition strategy from the current direct service delivery to the new Desert Flower approach, which includes more community engagement and ownership of services at the child friendly centres. The deliverable is a documented step-by-step plan of how to move to the Desert Flower approach, with key lessons from one pilot in a selected camp.2. Fundraising and proposal developmentSupport the development of child protection proposals/concept notes for Dadaab and the emergency portfolio: ensure coordinated input from the field teams and other departments in the Nairobi office.3. External networking and representationEstablish new contacts and maintain existing relationships with key national level and field level donorsSupport the Department of Children’s Service to lead the Child Protection Working Group in Nairobi alongside with UNICEF. Ensure participation and representation of SC in other key coordination meetings at the national level Actively participate in key relevant internal meetings such as Programme Review, coordination meetings or area-based meetings as required. Participate in Donor visits to project(s) within the child protection portfolio as required. 4. Recruitment of a full-time Child Protection Advisor for the Kenya country officeAssist in the recruitment and training of a full-time Child Protection Advisor for the Kenya country office.5. Provide technical back-stopping for the country office in Child ProtectionOn a day-to-day basis provide technical back-stopping and representation for Save the Children at the national level. Coordinate with Technical Advisors from the regional office and Save the Children Members to ensure that our projects are delivering according to donor expectations, and community needs. Provide technical review of donor reports prior to submission.Ensure that programme quality issues are raised within the Programme Development and Quality team, especially in regards to field-level implementation.Masters degree required in relevant field, social work background highly desired.5 years field-based technical experience in child protection programmes in development and humanitarian settings. Experience working in Dadaab or other refugee settings will be an asset.Experience in national-level coordination and representation, including translating field-level challenges to donors and national and global debates and policy and best practice developments to field teams.Experience in case management, working with child survivors of SGBV and CAAFAG.Proven capacity to design, implement and evaluate protection programmes with children, youth, and families in difficult circumstances.Extensive experience in programme design, proposal development, and reporting for bilateral donors and private foundations. Experience with UNICEF, UNHCR, BPRM and USAID highly desired.Experience in undertaking programme evaluations, assessments and surveys for child protection.Excellent writing and communication skills in English essential.Willingness and demonstrated ability to work effectively in insecure environments as well as the capacity to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult working circumstances. Experience working in Kenya or East AfricaExperience in supporting other agencies and government in adapting or enhancing ways of working with regards to child protection case managementExperience with child protection cluster coordinationHow to applyThe application process is now open and will close on 14th June 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.
Provision of Consultancy Services to Develop a Subscription Based Herd Management Plan (HMP) for Small Holder Farmers
Terms of Reference
Request for Applications
Applications are invited from Technical Consultants to develop a subscription based Herd Management Plan (HMP) for smallholder farmers.
Background Information
Available literature on the Kenyan dairy sector mentions that 30% of milk produced is attributed to breed potential while the balance of 70% is attributed to animal husbandry which includes feeding, animal health and calf rearing among others.
The low figures in Kenya are attributed to poor animal health, breeds and feeding regimens, resulting from a myriad of constraints including poor access to information, low and inconsistent quality of feeds and extension services due to lack of adherence of standards and high cost of inputs.
The high cost of inputs often limits the use of quality inputs which then have a negative impact on productivity.Therefore, there is an opportunity to significantly improve productivity and profitability of dairy herds among smallholder farmers by developing and promoting a plan for organized routine and management practices, accomplished through disease and parasite control, reproduction and nutrition management.
TechnoServe, a non-profit organization that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital and markets, is one of the implementing partners of the Kenya Market Assistance Program (MAP).
This initiative is being implemented by a consortium of five organizations that include Kenya Market Trust (KMT) as the lead. The Program aims to improve the performance of key market systems important to poor people in Kenya by addressing systemic constraints found in those market systems. MAP is using the making markets work for the poor approach, which DFID has used to produce results in most of its private sector development work. Overall, the objective of MAP will be measured against three key outcomes:Major systemic change achieved in 3 to 5 market systems, resulting in aggregate average growth of 10% per annum above overall growth of the economy, with the position of poor people (both men and women) improving at a rate significantly greater than this.At least 400,000 poor people (as producers, employees, etc) positively affected at the end of MAP in terms of new jobs created, and incomes for 100,000 people increase by 10%.A 30% increase in peer perceptions of partners’ effectiveness and in stakeholders’ awareness and understanding of the approach.TechnoServe is facilitating MAP Dairy Sector Strategy, to address systemic constraints related to service markets feeding into dairy and the processes of formalizing supply chains. We are supporting interventions to address market failures towards increased adoption of breeding services (focus artificial insemination (AI)) and penetration of quality assured breed and animal health care services in the rural areas; stimulating a commercial fodder and concentrate feeds market to help farmers optimize the returns from their herds’ genetic potential; and supporting growth of cold supply chain through alternative investment models and strategies.Statement of Purpose
MAP proposes to develop an integrative program of health, reproduction and nutrition management to address inputs and service delivery constraints in dairy farming.
This will entail research into:Common diseases and health concerns in dairy, Minimum nutritional requirements,Standard breeding (AI) and veterinary services, and Identification of reputable input suppliers of breeding, vet-care and feeds.This information will guide the development of a subscription based Herd Management Plan for roll out by dairy hubs, agro-vets and other dairy service providers (including Breeding and Veterinary Service Providers and industry level organizations). The plan should ensure that farmers have access to vital inputs and services, to influence productivity and running of progressive and profitable farms.Tentative budget
We invite the prospective Consultant to provide a quotation for this piece of work together with an estimate of expenses.
Submission and receipt of proposals
The completed technical and budget proposals must be delivered via email address below:
ke-procurement@tns.org
So as to be received on or before 4.00 pm, 20th June, 2013
Any proposal received after the time for submission will not be evaluated.
UTZ Certified is looking for a representative who is able to coordinate the activities for the UTZ Certified program in Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania and other selected countries in the region.
The representative reports to UTZ Certified in The Netherlands.Candidate requirements:
Experience in the coffee supply chain is a must. Experience with tea and cocoa are an advantage.Experience in designing, supervising and evaluating strategies in an international (development) context Experience in training trainersExperience in agricultural certification schemesStrong knowledge of sustainability and rural developmentCredible ambassador, communicator, networker with intercultural skills and able to work with different types of stakeholders (e.g. producers, governments)Self-driving and strong initiator within a groupStrong communication skills, oral and writtenFluency in verbal and written English. French and/or any of the common languages in the region is an added advantage Master´s degree, preferably in relevant field such as agronomy, development economics, environmental science, or other related disciplinesIn possession of work permit and familiar working in the regionMinimum 8 years of work experience, minimum 3 years in related fieldWilling to travel regularly in and out of the region UTZ Certified provides a dynamic and international working environment with an entrepreneurial and innovative approach. The position is based in Kenya (Nairobi) and involves regular travel. Starting date of the assignment is foreseen as soon as possible.This is your opportunity to create real value for a meaningful global sustainability initiative!
Please send your application to hr@utzcertified.org before June 26 mentioning “Regional Representative for East Africa” in the subject line.
Interviews are foreseen in the first week of July 2013.For more information about this position please contact Albertine De Lange or René Magermans (+31 20 530 8000).
Vacancy Number: CSM/CS/06/2013
Corporate Services
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 2 years with the possibility of renewal
We are seeking a forward-thinking, experienced, and dynamic facilities manager with the business acumen and vision required to bring our research and campus facilities to a world-class standard.
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles that livestock plays 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. http://www.ilri.org/.ILRI is a member of CGIAR, a global agricultural research partnership working 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. http://www.cgiar.org/ILRI has a large portfolio of facilities which includes laboratories, offices, farm buildings, gardens, roads, stores, power and water systems, staff housing and leisure facilities.
Many maintenance tasks relating to these facilities have been outsourced, and this program of outsourcing non-core tasks is expected to continue in the near future. In this regard, ILRI seeks to recruit Commercial Services Manager.
The Commercial Services Manager will be responsible to the Director of Corporate Services for the delivery of services and processes that ensure that ILRI continues to provide a suitable working environment for ILRI staff, visiting researchers, hosted institutions and trainees.
Under the guidance of the Director of Corporate Services, s/he will be responsible for ensuring that these services are delivered in a manner that reflects best commercial practices; and will manage future development of ILRI’s Nairobi campus.
The job holder will also ensure timely delivery of high quality services to users of ILRI’s facilities in Nairobi, and the management and development of these facilities in a robust and commercially oriented manner reflecting the need for a financially sustainable and expanding business model.Responsibilities
Planning for future development in line with strategic business objectives of ILRI;Allocation of office and laboratory space;Planning, coordination and management of all facilities management activities;Provision of advice regarding commercial viability of proposed property developments;Implementation of continuous improvement of processes and systems;Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and health safety requirements;Establish and maintain service level agreements and ensure that performance levels are met;Ensure tenders are compliant with procurement procedures;Overall project management with particular focus on the quality of work completed under facilities maintenance and capital development programs;Regular review and comment on facilities management procedures to ensure that best commercial practices are being followed, with particular attention to the development of new and/or improved revenue streams;Annual estimates of revenue and expenditure for each cost centre and the total facilities management process;Management of staffs in the Supply Chain, Technical Services and the Housing and Catering units currently with around 60 staffs.Master’s degree in a business related field, with at least 5 years relevant working experience; or a Bachelor’s degree with 10 years’ exceptionally strong experience in facilities management.Professional training in leadership and project management is an advantageThe successful candidate will have good computer skills and good English languages skills. S/he will have demonstrable professional skills and experience in the following areas:Commercial property management and developmentAbility to develop and maintain good lines of communication with a diverse customer base and stakeholders including internal researchers and support staffs, and with ILRI’s suppliers of goods and servicesAbility and willingness to objectively prioritise tasksConfidence to make decisions, often with imperfect knowledge of all relevant data, and to implement these decisions.Good people management skillsDelegate work to staff and monitor their implementation of these delegated tasks.Terms of AppointmentThis is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus. The position is on a 2 year contract with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and continued funding.
Job level and salary
This position is Job Grade 4B, with an attractive salary and benefits package.
Location: The position will be based at the ILRI campus in Nairobi, Kenya.
How to Apply
Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined as one document addressed to the Human Resources Director, 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 by 21st June, 2013.
Log on to: http://www.myjobsinkenya.com/ilri_jobs.
The position title and reference number REF: CSM/CS/06/2013 should be clearly marked on the cover letter.
Only online applications will be considered, and only short listed candidates will be contacted.