Health Systems Analysis Advisors,

Multiple positions
Department/office:  AFO, Kenya
Duty station:  Nairobi, Kenya
Contract type:  International ICA
Contract level:  IICA-2
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Application period: 01-Oct-2012 to 15-Oct-2012
 

Background Information - UNOPS

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peace building, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need.

UNOPS mandate is to act as a project delivery platform for UN system agencies, funds and programmes, international and regional financial institutions, intergovernmental organizations, donor and recipient governments, and non-profit non-governmental organizations. 

As a self-financing entity within the UN system, UNOPS must ensure that the projects it delivers meet client expectations in terms of cost, quality and time, while at the same time ensuring that these projects collectively meet a broader array of success criteria.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.

Background Information - Kenya

The Kenya Operations Centre (KEOC), under the Africa Regional Office, is responsible for projects entrusted to UNOPS in East Africa; its main clients include UNDP, UNICEF, UNEP, World Bank, African Union and Governments.

Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS is recruiting health system experts to be part of a multidisciplinary team (Health Systems Analysis Team - HSAT) aimed at strengthening Somali health systems through provision, analysis, management and dissemination of information to guide policy making and strategic planning. 

The information generated will be used by  Ministries of Health, donors and implementing partners for making evidence-based decisions while simultaneously increasing accountability for results. The HSAT has as its objectives:

• Strengthening health sector management, monitoring and evaluation
• Improving communication and dissemination of information on health and nutrition
• Supporting coordination, harmonisation and alignment, and mutual accountability
• Promoting capacity building within the Somali Health Sector

The foreseen composition of HSAT is a mix of health professionals with expertise in the following areas:  Public Health; Health Economics or Financing; Epidemiology; Health Policy and Planning; Human Resources Development and Management; Pharmacy; Medical Anthropology; and/or  related subjects.

HSAT members, in their respective competency areas, are expected to conduct situation analyses of the Somali health systems, identify the key issues to be addressed, identify need for and coordinate further studies/researches, propose alternative courses of action, lead consensus-building processes and provide assistance to health authorities and partners in formulating, implementing and monitoring health policies and strategies.

The duty station is in Nairobi with frequent travels to Somalia. The incumbent will report to the Health Systems Analysis Team Leader who is also based in Nairobi.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
Functional Responsibilities

Below are some of the functionalities.

HSAT team members, each in their respective area of competence, and in collaboration with the local Health Authorities and other health sector partners, are expected to:

• Analyze the health sector. Collect and review existing information (studies, reports, etc.), interview key informants, study trends, identify gaps;
• Identify areas needing further investigation and conduct/ coordinate relevant studies; steer and coordinate interventions of short-term international and local consultants;
• Prepare and disseminate situation reports highlighting major issues to be addressed;
• Conduct discussions with partners on findings and agree on priorities to be addressed. Suggest possible actions to be taken, highlighting implications, pros and cons of proposed actions;
• Advocate for congruent action. Lead a consensus building process on actions based on the intelligence made available;
• Advise partners upon request on policy and programmatic issues;
• Strengthen counterparts’ capacity in health system analysis linked to policy decision-making;
• Support the MOH to develop essential evidence-informed polices and strategic plans; provide assistance in their implementation and monitoring at the national and sub-national levels;
• Assist counterparts in ensuring a fit between strategy and structure and reducing duplication and fragmentation;
• Work with health partners to promote greater harmonization of health interventions and alignment with national health policies;
• Assist counterparts in formulating sector strategies; defining goals, directions and spending priorities across services; identifying the roles of public, private and voluntary actors and the role of civil society;
• Mentor development of HSAT counterparts embedded within MOHs of respective zones;
• Prepare analyses, recommendations, briefing notes, and assessments for internal and client use;
• Facilitate stakeholder consultation and meetings at the national and sub-national levels;
• Provide technical assistance to relevant Health Sector Committee working groups.Perform other related duties as required.

Competencies

• Strong team working predisposition; capacity to work collaboratively with HSAT colleagues and health partners
• Ability to build and cultivate strong productive relationships with internal and external clients
• Ability to interpret, analyze and resolve problems
• Excellent written and oral communication skills targeting high-level policy audiences
• Strong knowledge building and sharing skills; openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
• Ability to conduct capacity assessments and support capacity-strengthening initiatives
• Proven facilitation and training skills
• Ability and willingness to travel in Somalia
• Appropriate computer skills necessary to analyze data
• Knowledge of Somali history, health systems and language
• Demonstrated drive for continuous improvement and incorporation of lessons learned and best practices into business process routines
• Demonstration of professional behaviour and personal ethics, transparency and openness to encourage respect and similar behaviour from colleagues in the workplace

Education/Experience/Language requirements

• Masters Degree in Health Economics or Financing/Health Policy and Planning/ Human Resources Development and Management/Medical Anthropology; or related subjects. 
• Additional years of relevant work experience in combination with a relevant Bachelors degree may be considered in lieu of the Masters degree.   
• Bachelors degree in Public Health/ Economics/ Pharmacy or related subjects   
• Minimum 8 years of relevant and progressively responsible working experience in developing countries
• Experience in working successfully with a variety of health sector stakeholders, particularly governments and development partners, but also private sector
• Working experience in disrupted health sectors                              

Certifications

• Prince2  or similar project management certification an asset  

Contract type, level and duration

• Contract type: International ICA
• Contract level: I-ICA 2
• Contract duration: 1 year, renewable

Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

To Apply:

https://gprs.unops.org/pages/ViewVacancy/ApplyVacancy.aspx?id=1241

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CARE International Jobs in Somalia

CARE International is an international NCC working in Somalia. CARE and its partners work with vulnerable communities to address the underlying causes of poverty and promote peace and development, as well as mitigating immediate suffering caused by drought, conflict and displacement. 

We invite applications from experienced and talented individuals to fill the following positions.

Regional Hire - Rural Women Program Monitoring and Learning Coordinator 

(REF-SOMIEXIOI2O) — Based in Garowe, Puntland

The Rural Women Program Monitoring and Learning Coordinator will be responsible for managing CARE’s Rural Women Program work in Somalia in a defined geographical area. 

S/he will contribute to strategic planning and ensure high quality, accountable and impactful program design and delivery of programs targeting vulnerable rural women and the communities they live in to address underlying causes of poverty, vulnerability and marginalization that affect them.

Specific responsibilities:  

Staff oversight, program design, implementation, monitoring and reporting, grant and knowledge management, advocacy and liaison with partners, donors, government and other stakeholders who are key to achieving the results of the program.

Requirements: 

• Masters degree in social sciences or relevant field with minimum five (5) years professional experience in conflict/post-conflict context (preferably in Somalia) with at least 2 years field experience in project management (including managing work through partners) and working with pastoralist communities in Africa. 
• Ability to work as a team player and strong leadership, gender, conflict analysis and negotiating skills required.

Regional Hire - Urban Youth Program Monitoring and Learning Coordinator

(REF-SOMIEXIOI2I) — Based in Hargeisa Somaliland

The Urban Youth Program Monitoring and Learning Coordinator will be responsible for managing CARE’s Urban Youth Program work in Somalia in a defined geographical area. 

S/he will contribute to strategic planning and ensure high quality, accountable and impactful program design and delivery of programs targeting vulnerable urban youth, with a focus on secondary education and livelihoods, to address underlying causes of poverty, vulnerability and marginalization that affect them.

Specific responsibilities: 

Staff oversight, program design, implementation, monitoring and reporting, grant and knowledge management, advocacy and liaison with partners, donors, government and other stakeholders who are key to achieving the results of the program.

Requirements:  

• Masters degree in social sciences or relevant field with minimum five (5) years professional experience in conflict/post-conflict context (preferably in Somalia) with at least 2 years field experience in project management (including managing work through partners) and working with pastoralist communities in Africa. 
• Ability to work as a team player and strong leadership, gender, conflict analysis and negotiating skills required.

Regional Hire-Secondary Education Advisor  

(REF-SOM/EX10122) - Based in Garowe, Puntland

The Secondary Education Advisor will provide overall technical expertise on secondary education under the Urban Youth program, including new large-scale EC-funded projects in Puntland and Somaliland. 

S/he will be responsible for developing education strategies, advising project teams, monitoring and reporting on progress, and coordinating and liaising with staff, partners, government ministry representatives and other stakeholders.

Specific responsibilities:  

Technical support, assessments and baselines, monitoring systems/tools and their use, implementation of secondary and teacher training activities, donor reporting and collaboration with MoE officials, consortium staff, community education committees, school heads, staff and other stakeholders.

Requirements:  

• Master’s degree in Education or relevant field. Minimum 3 years’ experience working in Somalia or in the Horn of Africa in child-friendly and girls’ secondary education programming with partners. 
• Knowledge of USAID, EC and other rules & regulations, contract management, technical and managerial skills. 
• Sound judgment and ability to work effectively with others at all levels, firm belief in teamwork, partnership, gender equality, participatory approaches and sustainable development.
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

For all Regional positions:

Applications/CV with daytime telephone contacts and three referees clearly marked the reference number should be sent by 16th October, 2012 to: recruit@som.care.org

International Hire - Puntland Education Project Coordinator for EC Consortium

Based in Garowe1 Puntland

The Puntland Education Project Coordinator will provide overall strategy leadership and direction for a three-year EC-funded project, managing a consortium comprising CARE, Save the Children, ADRA and VU Amsterdam University. 

S/he will work closely with the MoE in Puntland, consortium partners and other key stakeholders, overseeing project delivery, contract management and donor reporting.

Specific responsibilities: 

Project delivery (define working arrangements for consortium, monitor project activities and progress, oversee technical support to MoE, manage assessments, baselines, evaluations), consortium management (strategic guidance to and coordination with stakeholders, coordinate project management committee, representation), contract management, staff management (of technical assistants within MoE and senior project officer), monitoring and reporting.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, social sciences or related field. Five years’ experience working in the region and in education programming (building capacity of MoEs using a sector-wide approach). 
• Demonstrated experience in management and working in (preferably leading) a consortium. Sound judgment and ability to work effectively with others at all levels, firm belief in teamwork, partnership, gender equality, participatory approaches and sustainable development. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required, and Somali language skills desired.

Get more details about this position and apply online from the website below: https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CHO5/ats/careers/requisition .jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws=1 &rid=1753

International Hire - Pastoralist Technical Advisor for Consortium 

Based in Hargeisa, Somaliland

CARE and six other NGQs (Oxfam, WVI, ADRA, DRC, COOPI and ACF) in Somalia are initiating a consortium to build resilience among pastoralist, agro-pastoralist and peri-urban livelihoods, as a response to multiple droughts and last year’s famine. 

• The position will provide technical lead in pastoralist resilience in the consortium, during inception and implementation. 
• The position is initially for six months, based in Hargeisa, with travel to other parts of Somalia and Nairobi, with the intention to extend for full duration of program (3-5 years). 
• S/he will provide technical support to consortium, ensuring innovation, harmonization of approaches, technical quality and coordination.

Specifics responsibilities: 

• Program design (develop needs analysis and evidence base, draw lessons from consortium partners), technical support and program quality (provide regular updates/reports to CoP, develop and support M&E mechanisms), learning and policy development (support innovation, knowledge management, input on regional and global policy work).

Requirements:  

• Master’s degree on livestock management, rangeland/dryland management, natural resource management or rural livelihoods. 
• Five years’ experience in pastoralist programming in Horn of Africa and three years’ experience in advisory role in NGO or similar. 
• Technical experience in NRM, animal husbandry, veterinary practices, livestock marketing, income/asset diversification, drought cycle management and pastoralist budget and resource management practices. 
• Excellent communication skills required, along with proven ability to facilitate learning and monitor, evaluate and measure impact of livelihood and/or resilience programming in pastoralist setting. 
• Consortium and Somali language skills highly desirable.

Get more details about this position and apply online from the website below: https://ch .tbe.taleo.netICHO5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CARE USA&cws=1 &rid=1751
 

International Hire - Peace-building and Governance Program Coordinator for Consortium

Based in Hargeisa, Somaliland 

CARE, DRC, IRC and UNICEF have developed a joint program to strengthen local governance and conflict management at the village level in Somaliland and Puntland (targeting village institutions and local representatives, including marginalized minorities, women and youth, to build skills in project management, financial management, conflict resolution, advocacy and leadership skills, as well as public speaking). 

This position will provide overall leadership for the implementation of the Consortium, overseeing the establishment and functioning of a joint Program Quality Unit to ensure harmonization and quality of interventions. 

S/he will be responsible for developing the overall program approach, guided by the proposal, bringing together technical expertise from each agency, and developing harmonized ways of working, tools and manuals.

Specific responsibilities:  

Program management (support staff hiring, develop tools, manuals and systems based on best practice, develop and implement baseline study and help develop M&E system), program quality and coherence (provide regular updates?

reports to consortium, coordinate technical support and program quality unit), learning (support innovation, knowledge management, input on regional and global policy work), reporting and liaison and representation.

Requirements: 

• Master’s degree in community development, sociology, political science or related field. 
• Seven years’ experience in progressively more senior position in governance, peacebuilding and/or community development. 
• Experience managing projects and consortia and working with partners. 
• Technical knowledge of peacebuiding and governance strengthening in fragile environments. 
• Excellent communication, negotiation and facilitation skills required. 
• Experience working in Somalia is highly desirable.

Get more details about this position and apply online from the website below: https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CHO5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CARE USA&cws=1 &rid=1752

Competencies and skills for all positions:

Respect, accountability, analytical ability, networking, adaptability, initiating action, building partnerships, communication with impact, facilitating change, coaching, managing performance for success, operational decision making, planning and organizing. 

For all positions, computer literacy in MS-Word, Excel, good interpersonal, communication and writing skills are required.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting gender, equity and diversity, our diversity is our strength and we encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.

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HelpAge International Field Officers Jobs in Lodwar, Kenya

HelpAge International is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives.

To facilitate this and in service to the older people, we seek to fill below vacancies in various projects and support services.

National positions, based in Lodwar, Kenya

Job Title: Field Officers
 

Department: Programmes
 

Reporting to: Assistant Social Protection Rights Coordinator
 

Key relations: 

• HSNP SPR Manager
• Social Protection Rights Coordinator
• Advocacy Team
• Programme Officers
• Learning Officer
• Communications Officer
• Regional Development Centre staff
• Staff of statutory organizations
• Community members

Overall Job Purpose
 

To liaise with the Social Protection Rights Coordinator and his Assistant in implementing the programme in the Counties of operation and ensure compliance to Donor and HelpAge guidelines/standards at field level.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate visits, community mobilization meetings and engagements with community leaders.
• Represent the organization at the community level during program implementation
• Facilitate election, training of Rights Committee and monitoring programs in prescribed sub-locations according to SPR terms of reference.
• Facilitate the setting up of advocacy groups and realization of the mandate of the advocacy groups
• Facilitate work by the statutory bodies and the rights committees
• Manage contract staff collecting data on payment spot checks
• Facilitate the Community trainings on Issues of Rights and systems put in place for grievance.
• Collection of Complaints and escalating them for further adjudication
• Prepare work plans for field activities and ensure their timely submission for approval.
• Prepare regular and timely program reports and submit to the Assistant Programme Coordinator.
• Collect accurate and complete data that meets all MIS data input requirements
• Ensure that feedback on all complaints is fed back to the community on a regular and timely manner and in line with the stipulated service level agreement.
• Ensure effective and accurate communication to all stakeholders at the community level on the programme
• Any other duties allocated by the supervisor

Knowledge and Skills:

• A Diploma in Development studies or community development or any related field
• Experience in field based community work preferably in a NGO environment
• Ability to plan, follow procedures and meet deadlines without much supervision.
• Ability to conduct training at the community level.
• Excellent mobilization ,coordination and communication skills
• Good report writing skills
• A team player
• Knowledge of the requisite local language

To apply for this position, please send an updated CV, copies of certificates and covering letter, explaining how you meet the criteria for this role to the Regional Human Resource Coordinator on helpage@helpage.co.ke by 27th July, 2012, clearly indicating the position you are applying for on the subject of your email.

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HelpAge International Assistant Project Coordinator (Emergencies) Job in Lodwar Kenya

HelpAge International is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives.

To facilitate this and in service to the older people, we seek to fill below vacancies in various projects and support services.

National position, based in Lodwar, Kenya

Job Title: Assistant Project Coordinator (Emergencies)
 

Department: Programmes
 

Location: Lodwar, Kenya
 

Responsible To: HSNP Social Protection Rights Coordinator
 

Responsible for: Field Officers,
 

Relations with Others:

1. Program Manager – Emergencies
2. Program Officer – Emergencies
3. Program Coordinator - Emergencies
4. EWCARDC team in Nairobi

Organization Background
 

HelpAge International is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives. 

With more than 70 affiliates and 300 partners across more than 50 countries the HelpAge International network brings together hundreds of organisations worldwide. 

HelpAge International has a secretariat with offices in London and Brussels, five regional centres in Africa, Asia/Pacific, Latin America, the Caribbean and Central Asia, seven national programmes and a number of emergencies.
 

Background to the Emergencies
 

HelpAge’s strategic aim for its work in emergencies is to ensure that older people receive humanitarian assistance as they are entitled to according to humanitarian principles. 

We achieve this by implementing responses to emergencies and, using the evidence of our programmes and research, influencing the policy and programmes of other humanitarian aid providers – including national governments – to ensure they meet the needs of older people.

Overall Job Purpose:
 

The assistant project coordinator will work closely with the Social Protection Rights Coordinator (SPRC) in the design, review and implementation of all aspects of the emergency component of the overall program in the county of Turkana with guidance from the Program Manager in Nairobi on policy and other critical issues.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Contribute to the progressive design and review of emergency projects implemented in Turkana.
• Ensure implementation of funded emergency projects as per donor guidelines, expectations and HelpAge policies and procedures.
• Representing HelpAge at key local forums including DSG meetings, food security steering group meetings and others as necessary in the absence of the SPRC or as delegated.
• Support field staff and partners in Turkana in relation to emergency response and DRR programmes, ensuring systems and procedures are followed ensuring regular monitoring of activity implementation through field visits.
• Document experience gained in HelpAge’s emergency and DRR programmes at local level as well as other sources in order to share evidence and learning and disseminate good practise.
• Develop collaborative and partnership operations with other operational agencies in order to mainstream response to the needs of older people.
• Be involved in the organization of emergency and DRR trainings and other events organized in Turkana.
• Support the setting up and functioning of an effective intergeneration complaints and feedback mechanism within the emergency projects to enhance accountability
• Working with the SPRC to develop workplans and compile all reports required.
• Consistently and regularly ensure collection and submission of quality data by field Officers
• Implementation of an appropriate public communications strategy including engagement of alternative communications strategies such as community drama would be particularly desirable as would facilitation of alternative means of lodging complaints. Work with the Social Protection team to develop these approaches.
• In the absence of the SPRC, or when delegated, day-to-day management of HAI’s sub-office in Lodwar including operational management, logistics, line management of support staff and implementation of HelpAge’s security plan.
• Ensure that there is an updated status of all programme matters.

Person Specification:
 

The following criteria are considered as essential:

• Bachelors’ degree in social sciences, development studies or community development.
• At least 3 years work experience in NGO
• Understanding of food security, vulnerability and DRR issues
• Experience in operational management including management of field staff;
• Experience in capacity building
• A strong understanding of current emergency programmes in northern Kenya
• Strong community mobilisation, facilitation and mediation skills;
• A commitment to rights education and the empowerment of vulnerable groups
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively in Northern Kenya
• Proficiency in nga’turkana and English languages;

In addition, the following will are considered desirable:

• An understanding of the basic principles and objectives of the humanitarian accountability agenda;
• Some experience in the design or management of complaints mechanisms and/or dispute resolution/or working in a rights based programme

To apply for this position, please send an updated CV, copies of certificates and covering letter, explaining how you meet the criteria for this role to the Regional Human Resource Coordinator on helpage@helpage.co.ke by 27th July, 2012, clearly indicating the position you are applying for on the subject of your email.

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VSF-Belgium Project Coordinator Job in Nairobi, Kenya

VSF-Belgium is a recognized developmental International NGO founded in 1995 working with disadvantaged communities to increase their standards of living, improve food security and livelihood sustainability through improved animal health and animal production. 

In East Africa, our programmes focus on community based animal health services, capacity building of local institutions and governments, conflict mitigation and sustainable natural resource management

Project Title: ECHO La Nina III Project

Position Title: Project Coordinator

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 1 year, renewable

Availability: Immediately

Role

The Project Coordinator reports to the Country Director and his / her role is to coordinate and provide support to the ECHO La Nina III project in VSF Belgium sites, Turkana and Garissa

The project is implemented by a consortium of six partners led by Oxfam (ACTED, VS F-Germany,  Concern World Wide, Oxfam, VSF-Belgium, VSF-Switzerland) in Turkana, Garissa, Wajir, Pokot,  Samburu and Mandera counties.

The main interventions are geared towards strengthening resilience and preparedness in Arid lands by building on initiatives of other stakeholders including government and donor funded projects, including those funded by EC.

The project seeks to establish strong linkages with longer term interventions of all consortium partners involved in the project. 

The consortium approach seeks to ensure a harmonized approach that utilizes different skills and expertise of each partner whilst ensuring cost effectiveness and greater impact.

Main Responsibilities and Duties

Project Implementation

• Support staff in Project implementation
• Develop overall project work plan
• Build staff capacity in project concepts and implementation requirements
• Provide technical support and training of staffs on community contingency planning
• Work with project teams to ensure compliance with donor requirements project
• implementation as well as with VSF Belgium’s internal procedures
• Ensure timely implementation of project work plan
• Monitoring budget expenditure for the project
• Coordinate project and ensure sharing of expertise amongst staff
• Coordinate with District and County level government and international and local organizations

Project Monitoring and Evaluation and Reporting

• Support project staff in project monitoring
• Ensure project targets are met
• Review project sites reports, compile for submission to consortium
• Coordinate all project reviews and evaluations
• Collect lessons learnt and best practices and collate for sharing with the consortium

Communication and representation

• Participate in partners and government forums both at local and national level
• Represent organization in external forums and make presentations as necessary
• Participate in ECHO consortium meetings
• Communicate with ECHO consortium lead on ongoing issues in the project and project areas
• Participate in proposal development for future ECHO funded projects
• Responsible for knowledge management within VSF Belgium.

Essential or Minimum Requirements

Education: Masters degree in a development related field

Knowledge and Experience

At least 5 years project management and coordination experience in recognized development humanitarian organizations

Experience in developing and implementing development/humanitarian programs including:

• Budget management for grant/donor funding such as ECHO, EC
• Project planning and implementation
• Working in emergency or humanitarian situations
• Working in ASAL communities
• Expertise in community contingency planning and disaster risk reduction
• Report writing
• Proposal development
• Staff capacity building
• Knowledge and experience of project cycle management
• Experience with working with multiple stakeholders and consortiums

Skills

• Project management skills
• Good coordination skills
• Good team playing skills
• Strong communication skills (interpersonal)
• Computer literacy (with strong excel skills)
• Ability to network and prepare and present issues at all levels
• Fluent in English

Attitudes

• Identify him/herself with the mission, vision and values of VSF-B
• Display intercultural sensitivity
• Respect in dealing with others
• Affinity for NGO work in general
• Willingness to travel regularly to the field locations

Please send your application (reference “Project Coordinator-Echo La Nina”), CV and 3 references (one must be your current employer), by e-mail to recruitment@vsfb.or.ke on or before 19th July 2012

This vacancy is open to male and female candidates. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

For more information: www.vsf-belgium.org

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CBM Driving Job in kenya

Driver

CBM

Job Category: Category V

Location: CBM Africa Regional Office Central and East Africa, Nairobi

CBM is an international, Christian, disability and development organization committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities.

I. purpose:  

The aim of this position is to provide logistical support to the Administration Department in the Central and East Africa Regional office. The Driver should comply with the CBM Vehicle Policy which will give guidelines in dealing with vehicles and documentation required.

II. Structure of Authority:

The incumbent will under the direct supervision of the Administration Assistant and overall supervision of the Administration Manager.

III. Core Responsibilities:

• Drives staff members and official visitors for project-related trips, activities and assignments as requested; Facilitate the transfer of project visitors to/from their respective hotels to the office as well as airport transfers upon request; 
• Collects and delivers mail or documents when required; 
• To maintain an up-date record of the log book (mileage, destinations, times & passengers, maintenance) for each trip in the book provided; 
• Uses his/her own initiative through security awareness of the operational area to avoid attacks on passengers; 
• Acts as interpreter when carrying passengers who do not understand the local languages and whenever required;
•  Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc., performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean; 
• Ensures that vehicle assigned is serviced and properly checked before undertaking a long drive; 
• To uphold and abide by the Vehicle policy and local traffic rules and standards; 
• Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident; 
• To ensure that no unauthorized passengers are carried in the vehicle at any time without the required and approved authorization; 
• To present proper receipts on any expenditure incurred on their vehicle to the Officer in charge; 
• To submit a written report if any damage is done or noticed on the vehicle; 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

v. Additional / Stretch Duties:

In addition to the responsibilities outlined in Section IV above, the incumbent will upon instruction by his / her superior (s), perform ad hoc activities which are either by their nature related to his / her normal duties or evolve from operational requirements.

vi. qualifications:

• Completion of secondary education; 
• Valid Driving License; Basic mechanical skills certificate; 
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations; Minimum of 5 years driving experience in Nairobi, various counties in Kenya and safe driving record; Certificate of Good conduct from the police; 
• Previous working experience in an INGO environment is an added advantage.

v. Competencies and Skills:

• Good written and spoken English; 
• Effective communication skills; 
• Basic skills in office operating systems preferred; 
• Track record of acting with integrity; 
• Knowledge of Nairobi and it’s environs; 
• An effective team player; 
• Ability to integrate into a multi-cultural environment. 
• Reflects CBM values in daily work.

The future job holder adheres to CBM values and commits to CBM’s Child Protection Policy

CBM encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply for this position.

CBM is an international Christian development organisation, committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the poorest countries of the world. 

CBM works with partner organisations to support persons with disabilities in the developing world to access affordable and comprehensive health care and rehabilitation programmes, quality education programs and livelihood opportunities. 

CBM's vision is of an inclusive world in which all persons with disabilities enjoy their human rights and achieve their full potential.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit, a cover letter indicating their current salary, CV with three professional references and a copy of Certificate of Good Conduct to recruit@cbmi-nbo.org

Application deadline: 24th July, 2012

Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.
How to apply:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit, a cover letter indicating their current salary, CV with three professional references and a copy of Certificate of Good Conduct to recruit@cbmi-nbo.org

Application deadline: 24th July, 2012

Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.

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Oxfam Conflict / Gender Policy Advisor, Regional Security Advisor, Regional Procurement Officer Jobs in Kenya

Background

Oxfam is one of the world’s leading humanitarian agencies assisting people affected by natural disasters and conflict throughout the world. 

With over 5,000 staff and dedicated volunteers in more than 80 countries, Oxfam is able to achieve the greatest impact to end poverty and suffering through combining emergency response work, long-term programmes for poverty alleviation and campaigning for lasting change. 

The Horn, East, and Central Africa (HECA) Region is the largest region within Oxfam, covering 8 countries, including Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, Somalia, Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda. 

The Regional Centre is based in Nairobi and is mandated to provide leadership and support to the Oxfam country programmes in delivering their strategies within the context of programme quality, and efficiency.

Oxfam has the following opportunities based in Nairobi, Regional Centre for Horn East and Central Africa.

Policy Advisor - Conflict and Gender

Horn East and Central Africa
 

Contract Type: Open Ended

Level: C2 – Global

Salary Range: GBP 20,619 - 27,642 net (take home pay) per annum;

Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of the post holder in addition to the net salary. A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including housing, pension, medical, education among others

You will:

• Lead on the development of policy and trends analysis on livelihoods, insecurity and gender issues focusing on the four priority countries
• Delivery of high quality research focusing on livelihoods and security (within a gendered perspective) across the four priority countries.
• Conduct policy analysis and lead in the development of advocacy strategies for EAC and IGAD for Oxfam with particular reference to peace and security institutions.
• Provide policy support to Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia and DRC as the Rights in Crisis priority countries.
• Provide leadership in monitoring cross country learning’s including best practice and research opportunities and organisation of regional learning sessions.
• Provide a strategic link between country, regional, continental and global work on livelihoods and security issues ensuring gender is well mainstreamed.
• Input into country strategy reviews and help with monitoring and evaluation processes and regional documentation of knowledge related to RIC
• Lead in development of policy positions, policy briefs and reports for use for advocacy and influence

What we are looking for:

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking ability and experience of high level lobby
• Good understanding of security and development debates and theories as well as a good understanding of gender dimensions to security and livelihoods.
• Strong track record of research
• Experience working in the region on similar work and good understanding of HECA region
• Strong skills in policy analysis, trends and research especially related to security, livelihoods and gender
• Good project management skills with a track record of M&E work and documentation of knowledge
• Track record of high performance and ability to deliver in high pressure environments
• Understanding of gender in development and in conflict
• Experience of working with UN agencies, government bodies and ability to build coalitions and gain consensus
• Willing to travel for 50% of the year
• A strong commitment to Oxfams’s values and beliefs.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV including a day time contact by applying online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using INT 5544. 

The closing date is: 27th July 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be conducted.

Regional Security Advisor
 

Horn, East and Central Africa

Contract Type: Fixed – Term - 2 yrs

Level: C2 - Global

Salary Range: GBP 20,619 - 27,642 net (take home pay) per annum;

Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of the post holder in addition to the net salary. A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including housing, pension, medical, education among others

The role

You will collect and collate regular security updates from the field sites and other sources and prepare monthly, quarterly reports and analysis for Oxfam management. 

Ensure harmonized security strategies, evacuation plans, new staff security, orientation and ensure Oxfam security protocols are maintained and adhered to. 

Responsible for reviewing country security evacuation and contingency plans. 

Ensure the implementation of the minimum security management guidelines established by country programmes. 

Organize, implement and follow up on the promotion of security awareness among national and international staff. Develop security training plans and implement it by providing trainings to national and international staff. Establish early warning systems in coordination with other stakeholders regionally and in countries. 

Establish networks with other NGOs and UN agencies regarding security and establish an information exchange network. 

Maintain contact with Global security team regarding country security strategies and incident reporting in conjunction with the country director(s).

What we’re looking for:

• Considerable practical experience of security assessment, planning and implementation of procedures in the context of UN or NGO humanitarian operations.
• Proven influencing and negotiating skills with internal and external audiences including in complex and stressful circumstances.
• Proven experience of field based training.
• Ability to advice and support field staff in a consultative manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with the capacity to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities. Must be organised and efficient.
• A strong commitment to Oxfam›s values and beliefs.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV including a day time contact by applying online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using INT 5561. 

The closing date is: 21st July 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be conducted.

Regional Procurement Officer

Horn, East & Central Africa Regional Centre- HECA
 

Contract Type: Open ended

Level: D1 - National

Salary (From Kes 168,462 gross per month) 

A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including pension and medical.
Are you self-motivated and result-oriented? 

The Regional Centre would like to recruit you to the position of the Regional Procurement Officer to join an innovative team that implements the HECA regional logistics & supply strategy by providing support to the country programmes of the region in terms of effective quality supply, advisory and capacity building

The role

You will manage the daily running of the RC procurement function, ensuring that procurement is carried out in line with Oxfam Policy and procedure for the eight countries in the region and the regional centre, perform tendering and contracting tasks for the regional centre supply unit. 

Update Oxfam GB supplier database following our ethical purchasing policy and ensure suppliers are selected in accordance with the policy, and to act as the Helios focal point for the Helios Project within the regional centre, liaising with the Helios team in Regional Centre and Oxford on operational and strategic issues relating to the project.

The Person

To be successful in this role you will have at least a university degree in relevant field, CIPS diploma or equivalent and 3 years experience in supply chain management role in a busy office, be a member of KISM and be able to demonstrate understanding & knowledge of operational Purchasing & Supply practice, policies & procedures in a similar role. 

Demonstrate a high level of numeracy with experience in cost analysis, work accurately with attention to
detail, demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in all aspects of working, have strong negotiation skills and proven experience and knowledge of tendering and contracting practices. 

You will also be a team player, an avid learner, have good communication skills with excellent interpersonal and computer skills with a strong commitment to Oxfam values.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV in English detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone by applying online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using INT 5565 or via email to: hecajobs@oxfam.org.uk.

The closing date: 25th July 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.

Disclaimer

Oxfam is an equal opportunity employer.

You are not required to pay any fees to apply for jobs at Oxfam.

Oxfam does not conduct recruitments through agents.

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Oxfam Conflict / Gender Policy Advisor, Regional Security Advisor, Regional Procurement Officer Jobs in Kenya

Background

Oxfam is one of the world’s leading humanitarian agencies assisting people affected by natural disasters and conflict throughout the world. 

With over 5,000 staff and dedicated volunteers in more than 80 countries, Oxfam is able to achieve the greatest impact to end poverty and suffering through combining emergency response work, long-term programmes for poverty alleviation and campaigning for lasting change. 

The Horn, East, and Central Africa (HECA) Region is the largest region within Oxfam, covering 8 countries, including Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, Somalia, Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda. 

The Regional Centre is based in Nairobi and is mandated to provide leadership and support to the Oxfam country programmes in delivering their strategies within the context of programme quality, and efficiency.

Oxfam has the following opportunities based in Nairobi, Regional Centre for Horn East and Central Africa.

Policy Advisor - Conflict and Gender

Horn East and Central Africa
 

Contract Type: Open Ended

Level: C2 – Global

Salary Range: GBP 20,619 - 27,642 net (take home pay) per annum;

Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of the post holder in addition to the net salary. A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including housing, pension, medical, education among others

You will:

• Lead on the development of policy and trends analysis on livelihoods, insecurity and gender issues focusing on the four priority countries
• Delivery of high quality research focusing on livelihoods and security (within a gendered perspective) across the four priority countries.
• Conduct policy analysis and lead in the development of advocacy strategies for EAC and IGAD for Oxfam with particular reference to peace and security institutions.
• Provide policy support to Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia and DRC as the Rights in Crisis priority countries.
• Provide leadership in monitoring cross country learning’s including best practice and research opportunities and organisation of regional learning sessions.
• Provide a strategic link between country, regional, continental and global work on livelihoods and security issues ensuring gender is well mainstreamed.
• Input into country strategy reviews and help with monitoring and evaluation processes and regional documentation of knowledge related to RIC
• Lead in development of policy positions, policy briefs and reports for use for advocacy and influence

What we are looking for:

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking ability and experience of high level lobby
• Good understanding of security and development debates and theories as well as a good understanding of gender dimensions to security and livelihoods.
• Strong track record of research
• Experience working in the region on similar work and good understanding of HECA region
• Strong skills in policy analysis, trends and research especially related to security, livelihoods and gender
• Good project management skills with a track record of M&E work and documentation of knowledge
• Track record of high performance and ability to deliver in high pressure environments
• Understanding of gender in development and in conflict
• Experience of working with UN agencies, government bodies and ability to build coalitions and gain consensus
• Willing to travel for 50% of the year
• A strong commitment to Oxfams’s values and beliefs.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV including a day time contact by applying online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using INT 5544. 

The closing date is: 27th July 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be conducted.

Regional Security Advisor
 

Horn, East and Central Africa

Contract Type: Fixed – Term - 2 yrs

Level: C2 - Global

Salary Range: GBP 20,619 - 27,642 net (take home pay) per annum;

Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of the post holder in addition to the net salary. A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including housing, pension, medical, education among others

The role

You will collect and collate regular security updates from the field sites and other sources and prepare monthly, quarterly reports and analysis for Oxfam management. 

Ensure harmonized security strategies, evacuation plans, new staff security, orientation and ensure Oxfam security protocols are maintained and adhered to. 

Responsible for reviewing country security evacuation and contingency plans. 

Ensure the implementation of the minimum security management guidelines established by country programmes. 

Organize, implement and follow up on the promotion of security awareness among national and international staff. Develop security training plans and implement it by providing trainings to national and international staff. Establish early warning systems in coordination with other stakeholders regionally and in countries. 

Establish networks with other NGOs and UN agencies regarding security and establish an information exchange network. 

Maintain contact with Global security team regarding country security strategies and incident reporting in conjunction with the country director(s).

What we’re looking for:

• Considerable practical experience of security assessment, planning and implementation of procedures in the context of UN or NGO humanitarian operations.
• Proven influencing and negotiating skills with internal and external audiences including in complex and stressful circumstances.
• Proven experience of field based training.
• Ability to advice and support field staff in a consultative manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with the capacity to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities. Must be organised and efficient.
• A strong commitment to Oxfam›s values and beliefs.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV including a day time contact by applying online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using INT 5561. 

The closing date is: 21st July 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be conducted.

Regional Procurement Officer

Horn, East & Central Africa Regional Centre- HECA
 

Contract Type: Open ended

Level: D1 - National

Salary (From Kes 168,462 gross per month) 

A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including pension and medical.
Are you self-motivated and result-oriented? 

The Regional Centre would like to recruit you to the position of the Regional Procurement Officer to join an innovative team that implements the HECA regional logistics & supply strategy by providing support to the country programmes of the region in terms of effective quality supply, advisory and capacity building

The role

You will manage the daily running of the RC procurement function, ensuring that procurement is carried out in line with Oxfam Policy and procedure for the eight countries in the region and the regional centre, perform tendering and contracting tasks for the regional centre supply unit. 

Update Oxfam GB supplier database following our ethical purchasing policy and ensure suppliers are selected in accordance with the policy, and to act as the Helios focal point for the Helios Project within the regional centre, liaising with the Helios team in Regional Centre and Oxford on operational and strategic issues relating to the project.

The Person

To be successful in this role you will have at least a university degree in relevant field, CIPS diploma or equivalent and 3 years experience in supply chain management role in a busy office, be a member of KISM and be able to demonstrate understanding & knowledge of operational Purchasing & Supply practice, policies & procedures in a similar role. 

Demonstrate a high level of numeracy with experience in cost analysis, work accurately with attention to
detail, demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in all aspects of working, have strong negotiation skills and proven experience and knowledge of tendering and contracting practices. 

You will also be a team player, an avid learner, have good communication skills with excellent interpersonal and computer skills with a strong commitment to Oxfam values.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV in English detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone by applying online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using INT 5565 or via email to: hecajobs@oxfam.org.uk.

The closing date: 25th July 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.

Disclaimer

Oxfam is an equal opportunity employer.

You are not required to pay any fees to apply for jobs at Oxfam.

Oxfam does not conduct recruitments through agents.

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Save the Children Regional Humanitarian Operations Director, and Director Of Member Service Jobs in Kenya

About us

For over 90 years, Save the Children has been making a difference in children’s lives in more than 120 countries. We are the world’s largest independent child rights organization. 

From emergency relief to long-term development, Save the Children secures a child’s right to health, education and protection.

Save the Children is an equal opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity.

We are looking to recruit two positions to be based in our East Africa Regional Office:

Regional Humanitarian Operations Director

About the role

As a member of the E Africa regional team, the Regional Humanitarian Operations Director will take shared responsibility for the transformation of the region to a new operating model whilst delivering
Save the Children’s strategy within the region.

The Regional Humanitarian Operations Director will ensure and enable that Country Offices in the region 

1. meet operating standards for preparedness; 
2. grow their humanitarian programme portfolio and programming capacity; 
3. respond effectively and efficiently to humanitarian crises; 
4. access surge capacity, humanitarian management and DRR expertise from Members.

Key selection criteria

• Emergency management track record including humanitarian field operations experience in both complex and rapid onset emergencies
• Knowledge of international humanitarian systems, institutions and donors, and of procedures, accountability frameworks and best practices in emergency management
• Experience of emergency preparedness and disaster risk reduction frameworks and approaches
• Good knowledge of one or several of Save the Children’s core emergency sectors (health, nutrition, food security and livelihoods, child protection, education, shelter, water/sanitation/ hygiene)
• Project management and advisory skills
• Training, facilitation, and team building skills
• Commitment to Save the Children values
• Desire to build a professional career in humanitarian work with Save the Children
• Able and willing to undertake new functions and responsibilities and dramatically change work practices and hours, including working with incoming teams, in the event of a humanitarian crisis
• Willingness to travel at short notice and for extended periods of time

Desirable:

• A qualification in disaster management or related area
• Experience of working in a range of countries in East Africa region
• Fluency in English is desirable.

Director Of Member Service

About the role

As a key member of the Regional Leadership Team, the Director of Members Service will take shared responsibility for the transformation of the region to a new operating model whilst also delivering Save the Children’s strategy within the region. 

The position holder will be accountable to the Regional Director for providing leadership to ensure excellence in serving Members and their Donors, in addition to developing and leading a professional Member Service function at regional level that enables excellent Member Service throughout the region

Key selection criteria

• Substantial international management, customer service and relationship management experience in a complex organisation
• Demonstrable track record of leading change, preferably including developing countries, which has led to significant results for the organisation and their stakeholders
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets
• Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
• Experience of exposure to developing countries
• Experience of building personal networks at senior levels, resulting in securing significant new opportunities for the organisation
• Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
• Commitment to Save the Children values
• Able and willing to undertake new functions and responsibilities and dramatically change work practices and hours, including working with incoming teams, in the event of a humanitarian crisis
• Willingness to travel at short notice and for extended periods of time

Please send a copy of your CV with a cover letter to 

EA.recruitment@savethechildren.org.

Hard copy applications should be addressed to 

Save the Children International EA Regional Office, 

Box 19423, 202 KNH, 

Nairobi, Kenya, 

and may be handed into the Save the Children Regional Office.

For more information please visit our website www.savethechildren.net/jobs

Applications close on July 14th 2012.

We work with children, communities and governments all over the world and we believe in the right person for the job regardless of where you come from and how you identify yourself. 

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to ensuring that only those who are suitable to work with children are considered for these posts. 

All successful applicants will therefore be required to complete a Police Check and must sign onto our Child Protection Policy and organizational Code of Conduct.

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