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We are looking for an experience Director of Programmes to join our large, fast moving programme in Kenya. As the Director of Programmes you will lead a cross-functional team focusing on strengthening grant management, reporting, research monitoring and evaluation practices in Marie Stopes Kenya (MSK) projects to improve MSK project delivery and management along with the coordination and research of monitoring and evaluation.

In all aspects, cross functional collaboration and teamwork will be essential. As a member of the country senior management team (CMT), the Director of Programmes will contribute to the shaping and fulfilment of MSK’s strategic direction. The Director will work collaboratively with other SMT members to ensure operational synergies are optimized through cross-functional working. They will also work closely with the SMT to build and maintain excellent donor and stakeholder relat ions, including the development of new business for MSK. The Director will oversee a growing department, with direct line management of Research, Monitoring and Evaluation; Projects and External Relations; Business Development; and other programmatic functions.

In order to be successful in this role you will have:
- Extensive experience in a senior management position, preferably in the health management, family planning, community development, and/or social marketing industry;
- Demonstrable experience of managing multi-tiered management structures of medical professionals, health outreach teams, social marketing, M&E, and/or project development teams;
- Significant experience of managing donor funded project cycles including technical and financial components;
- Proven track record of people management and leadership skills of not less than five years in a senior management position;

A depth of experience participating and/or leading proposal development processes including project design, management design and budget development.

In return for your commitment and mission drive we can offer you a competitive salary and benefits package as well as on-going support for your personal and professional development.

We are looking for an experience Director of Programmes to join our fast moving programme in Nairobi. You will be responsible for leading a cross-functional team focusing on strengthening grant management, reporting and Research Monitoring and evaluation practices in MSK projects to improve MSK project delivery, management, coordination and research monitoring and evaluation. In all aspects, cross functional collaboration and teamwork will be essential.

As a member of the country management team (CMT), the Director of Programmes will contribute to the shaping and fulfilment of MSK's strategic direction. The Director will work collaboratively with other CMT members to ensure operational synergies are optimized through cross-functional working. They will also work closely with the CMT to build and maintain excellent donor and stakeholder relations, including the development of new business for MSK. The Director will oversee a growing department, with direct line management of Research, Monitoring and Evaluation; Projects and External Relations; Business Development; and other programmatic functions.

Use your experience in humanitarian development work, funding acquisitions and grant management to be part of a leading organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children living in poverty.

World Vision (WV) is a global network of people committed to enhance the well-being of children everywhere by empowering families and communities to overcome the challenges of poverty and injustice.

The Secure the Future Director will lead the East Africa Secure the Future (STF) work at the regional level; positioning STF internally and externally; consolidating and improving the STF framework and road map; ensuring connection, understanding and engagement around STF with regional donors, as well as senior levels within all key Support Offices. You will lead the relationships with National Offices in terms of STF implementation, provide support, coordinate and share emerging best practices.

We are looking for a visionary leader who can combine strong business disciplines with inspirational leadership skills in line with our values and ethos. You will have a passionate desire to help others, especially children.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Lead Secure the Future work at the regional level and be the key contact on STF matters.

• Develop monthly updates with National Offices (NOs), and monthly update calls with Support Offices (SOs) to monitor and ensure progress.

• Provide NOs with promising practices and experience of other NOs in the development of STF

• Work with the Regional Leader, Senior Director of Operations to arrange meeting with the stakeholders of STF at a regional level, including NGOs (Oxfam, Save, others) and UN (WFP, FAO etc) to build and maintain momentum on the STF agenda.

• Maintain the STF resilience framework, and update as necessary based on evolving thinking and learning. Ensure the framework is disseminated and understood by all key stakeholders.

REQUIRED SKILLS INCLUDE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Development, International Relations, Rural Development or any related field. Master’s Degree in Development, Social Science, Management or other field applicable to developing country context preferred

• Experienced networker with an ability to maintain a good up to date knowledge of the grant opportunities and trends in the humanitarian sector

• Proven experience in development work with a thorough understanding of sustainable development and sectoral interventions

• Demonstrated track record in proposal development, funding acquisitions and grant management for major government donors preferred

• Ability to travel within country, regional and internationally

Will you use your experience in development work and funding acquisitions to further “life in all its fullness” for children?

Terms of Reference, Mid Term Evaluation for the project: ‘Strengthening Social Protection to prevent and mitigate the impact of HIV and AIDS and poverty in sub-Saharan Africa’

1.0 Start and end date of project (January 2011- December 2013)

2.0 Geographical coverage: Mainly Southern and Eastern Africa

3.0 Background

The programme is delivered through ‘a nesting’ arrangement where HelpAge is the lead organization.

HelpAge International East, West and Central Africa regional office based in Nairobi Kenya, The Africa Platform for Social Protection (APSP) based in Nairobi, Kenya and The Coalition for Children Affected by HIV/AIDS (The Coalition) based in Toronto, Canada are jointly implementing this project.

HelpAge International (HelpAge) is a network of not-for-profit organization with a mission to work with and for disadvantaged older people worldwide to achieve a lasting improvement in the quality of their lives. HelpAge International strives for the rights of disadvantaged older people to economic and physical security; healthcare and social services; and support in their care-giving role across the generations. In Africa, HelpAge has a network of 33 Partner organizations and affiliates.The Africa Platform for Social Protection (APSP) was established in 2008 consisting of a group of national and regional organizations from across the African continent responding to the growing demand for “voice” and more active engagement of African civil society in shaping social protection policies, programmes, and practices. The mission is to create partnerships with Civil Society and other organizations to engage with Governments, Regional and Continental Bodies and International Development Agencies (IDAs) to develop and implement innovative Social Protection policies, strategies and programmes in order to make a difference in people’s lives in Africa, the vision is an African continent free from poverty and vulnerability.The Coalition on Children Affected by HIV/AIDS (The Coalition) is an independent collaborative entity composed of private or public funders and re-granting organizations, from both the North and the South, that provide grants to improve the lives of young children living in the context of HIV/AIDS. The Coalition is supported by a wider network of technical experts and civil society groups who work on children’s issues.

4.0 Building Linkages: Social Protection, Poverty and HIV&AIDSThis programme seeks to build links between risks and vulnerabilities caused by HIV and AIDS and to demonstrate the effectiveness of social protection measures in realizing the rights of vulnerable people to achieving universal access in HIV and AIDS prevention, care and support, and treatment. These measures include livelihoods support, cash transfer programmes and universal pensions and other grants. Social protection provides access to resources to meet basic needs and HIV and AIDS and health services and prevents the transmission of intergenerational poverty often affecting older people and children. This contributes to countries’ efforts towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and their own national development targets.

The expected results will be achieved through combined approaches linking grassroots service delivery to vulnerable groups with national and regional policy influencing processes. It will build the capacity of civil society organizations (CSOs) to effectively engage in social protection policy dialogue and in the design and implementation of social protection programmes. In addition the programme will focus on building evidence for effective policy action, promoting networking and learning among civil society, government, and research and academic institutions. A seminal research study is being undertaken by the University of London in collaboration with Stellenbosch University to research the effects of community based programming on the situation of children affected by AIDS.

The project has four result areas:

1. Universal access to HIV and AIDS services and Social Protection Mechanisms for Vulnerable groups is increased

2. Regional and National level HIV&AIDS and SP policies and related [policies] plans and budgets increasingly incorporate measures which address the needs of vulnerable groups.

3. Increased participation of Civil Society organisations in the formulation, implementation and monitoring of National and Regional HIV and AIDS and Social Protection policies and strategies

4. Evidence on effective action contributing to the achievement of universal HIV&AIDS and SP services gathered, documented and shared and acted on among CSOs, Governments and other stake holders

The programme has reached two thirds of its implementation period and an agreed Mid- term review will therefore take place between January to March 2013.

1. The purpose of the Midterm evaluationThe purpose of the midterm evaluation is to assess the effects of the project on the target population and policies and analyse the project’s contribution towards the set objectives in relation to the changing political, economic, social scenarios. The midterm evaluation report will be used in guiding the remaining implementation period as well as the development of future programming.

The main objectives and scope of the midterm evaluation are to: a) Assess the extent to which the methods and approaches employed in the programme are effectively guiding us to achieving the results and overall objective and make recommendations accordingly(including recommendations for what a possible two-year extension would benefit from, in terms of achievement of results and impact)b) Assess effectiveness of the ‘nesting approach’ in grants administration, building synergies and enhancing learning(Including how the nesting approach has benefited or added value to the overall project and its goals.Any suggestions for possible improvements)

c) Establish how issues of human rights, older persons, gender, persons with disabilities and children are being addressed by the project and effects of the project on these populations.d) Assess the extent to which the project contributes to Sida Strategy for HIV in Africa(including any ways in which this could be enhanced/increased in future)e) Identify emerging good practices or models in the project that can be documented and showcased for possible scale up and replication.f) Assess the value for money principle in ensuring that grant is maximised to improve the quality of life of vulnerable populations (Children, People with disability, older people and their households).

CARE Somalia is an International NGO working in Somalia. CARE and its partners work with vulnerable communities to address the underlying causes of poverty and promote peace and development, through its strategic goal to reduce poverty by empowering women, enhancing access to resources and services, and improving governance.

Leverage your talent by being part of our program expansion in Somalia by applying for this exciting opportunity. The position will be based in our Nairobi Office with some travel to Somalia.

As a manager you will be a valuable resource required to provide analysis on financial information, be responsible for the overall data integration, Chart of Accounting Compliance, and Completeness of supporting documentation. You will ensure the development and implementation of accounting policy and procedures for both CARE and it’s Stakeholders; The Position will be required to co-ordinate financial month close activities as per CARE’s reporting calendar.

The post holder will supervise the accounting functions to ensure will also be required to also provide support to all Regional Management Unit.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• University Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
• Over five (5) years humanitarian aid experience in accounting. Financial management and compliance regulatory environment.
• Demonstrable experience with requirements of key humanitarian donors and capacity to work in a multi-donor environment, including DFID, ECHO, USAID, and UN Agencies.
• Demonstrable experience with requirements of key statutory requirements
• Have thorough knowledge of GAAP.
• Should be detailed oriented and possess strong analytical skills.
• Should have proficiency in use of computers, MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power point) and financial software knowledge in PeopleSoft will be an added advantage.
• Active team player and possess strong management skills
• Ability to work under stress to meet tied deadlines internally and externally

To the successful candidate, CARE will offer a competitive remuneration package, a highly energized team environment composed of individuals who are committed to working as one, producing results and enjoying it.

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking an innovative potato scientist with experience to undertake research studies and implement project activities to strengthen potato research in the Sub-Saharan Africa region.

The Center: CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium. CGIAR is a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future. Its science is carried out by the 15 research centers who are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations.

The Position: This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The scientist will be engaged primarily in the implementation of project related research activities in the region, to strengthen potato research in a holistic manner by interlinking specific disciplines into a systems approach. The scientist should be committed to using research for development in a complex cooperative environment of research and development partners, specifically focusing in capacity building of partners in a PPP approach, in alignment with CIP’s regional and the CRP’s priority setting.

Duties and Accountabilities:

• Conduct targeted research on potato cropping, adaptation, evaluation, and other research activities for the CRP’s 3.4 Roots, Tubers, and Bananas and CRP 1.2 Humid Tropics Systems, currently conducted within the Sub-Saharan Africa region• Contribute to research activities and implementation strategies for seed systems in the context of African countries• Contribute to research activities in holistic system approaches to improve potato-based cropping systems in particular research related to agronomy and phytopathology • Develop partnerships and propose resource mobilization strategies such as training programs and other joint activities to strengthen the potato program in Sub-Saharan Africa

The successful candidate will have:

• PhD degree in phytopathology, agronomy, seed system or related field, preferably in potato. • At least two years’ research experience in the design and implementation of crop management and seed systems• Capable of developing and applying innovative concepts in crop diversity assessment and evolutionary studies• Demonstrated success in working within inter-disciplinary teams and partnerships for research implementation; • Bring in a network of scientific contacts for collaborative research• Experience as a team member in collaborative, multi-disciplinary proposal writing• A good publication record consistent with years of research experience;• Excellent social skills and a collaborative style;• Willingness to work in a multicultural team and being culturally sensitive;• Proactive, innovative and creative attitudes;• Willingness to travel extensively within the region; • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Good working knowledge of French, Portuguese and/or Spanish is an asset.

Conditions: The employment contract will be for a three-year term with the possibility of renewal. The salary will be internationally competitive, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience.

Job Description and Person Specification

Overview and Terms
Job title Project Co-ordinator
Date reviewed September 2012
Purpose To coordinate training and provide support to the RedR OFDA funded Training Programme in East Africa
Responsible to Programme Manager, Kenya Responsible for Programme Administrator
Working with Colleagues within the Nairobi office and external contacts as necessary
Location Nairobi, Kenya
Post Full-time
Period 18 months
Grade 4
Salary Kshs.1,841,769 per annum
Other As defined in our standard contract terms

RedR and the work we do

Each year millions of people around the world feel the effects of natural disaster and conflict. RedR is an international charity that improves the effectiveness of disaster relief, helping save and rebuild the lives of people affected by disaster worldwide. We do this by delivering essential training and support to relief organisations and their staff, and by supplying skilled professionals to humanitarian programmes. Our work helps to ensure that the right people with the right skills are responding to global emergencies, and enables both local and international relief workers to react to the needs of those affected by disaster, efficiently and safely.

In response to recent humanitarian catastrophes, we currently have training and local capacity building programmes in Sudan, Pakistan and South Sudan and have recently secured contracts for two large training programmes in Kenya. It is anticipated that our training programme in the country will expand further in the next year. .

Context

RedR UK is in the final stages of negotiating a contract with OFDA for a cutting edge programme of holistic security training in partnership with Harvard University, a world renowned academic institution at the cutting edge of online learning, and Beechwood International, a highly respected and innovative private sector partner renowned for its support to collaboration and decision making.

Working closely with 12 national and international organizations operating in East and Central Africa this program will prove an innovative approach to the integration of security management that can be projected on a global scale. This approach will directly address the long term lack of ‘total agency’ buy-in to security issues and management.

Job Description

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

The Project Coordinator will: be responsible for delivery of the project activities in Kenya and liaison with the Project Coordinator in UK on delivery of the project overall. S/he will , ensure that all activities are delivered in line with the proposal and subsequent agreement with programme partners taking responsibility for project and financial management as well as line management of the Project Administrator. S/he will also be responsible for undertaking monitoring and reporting activities in line with the Theory of Change framework developed through the UK office for the project.

RedR and OFDA hope to replicate this project in other regions therefore effective preparation, partner assessment, monitoring and evaluation are critical to its success and sustainability.

To coordinate the project:

• Act as the project focal point for programme partners in Kenya and work in close collaboration with the Project Coordinator in the UK
• Participate in monthly telecons with the UK Project Coordinator and international programme partners to monitor programme progress and performance
• Input to monthly Project Reports in collaboration with the UK Project Coordinator for reporting to the RedR UK SMT, Board, international programme partners etc.
• Monitor expenditure against budget and ensure the timely submission of financial reports
• Input to OFDA narrative and financial reports
• Coordinate activities for the OFDA programme including course development, partner selection, consultation workshops, training courses, on-line learning activities and M&E
• Maintain regular and effective communication with the 12 selected partner agencies
• Collaborate with the UK Project Coordinator in supporting external partners on project design and delivery e.g. in gathering context-specific information, conveying partner’s feedback on on-line events etc.
• Support the project AT’s in the development and on-going adaptation of face to face and on-line training and learning materials
• Ensure quality control of project activities though adherence to the RedR Training Competency Framework guidelines and completion of necessary documentation and assessments

To manage design of the project and implementation of face to face training activities:

• Liaise with the Kenya PM and UK Project Coordinator in the recruitment and selection of suitable Associate Trainers. Arrange contracts in conjunction with the UK Project Coordinator
• Liaise with the Kenya PM/UK Project Coordinator to define project partner selection criteria
• Undertake initial consultation with international NGOs in Kenya and the wider East Africa region in collaboration with the Kenya PM and Regional Manager to identify appropriate programme partners
• Organise initial briefing and consultation workshop with programme partners
• Liaise with the UK Project Coordinator in development of the partner capacity self-assessment tool
• Manage the completion of self-assessments (at the start and end of the project) and selection of partner staff for involvement in the project
• Manage the timing, location and organisation of face-to-face and on-line training courses and workshops.
• Oversee the relationship between the Project Administrator and course participants ensuring they are provided with a high level of customer service
• Be responsible for post-course work including processing evaluation forms and organising follow ups using a variety of methodologies (telecons, interviews, focus group discussions etc.) and involving the most appropriate staff (training participants, colleagues, managers, senior managers etc.)
• Implement the necessary tools and gather data and information for Monitoring and Evaluation of the project in line with the Theory of Change framework provided by the UK Project Coordinator. Ensure the necessary data/information is submitted to the UK Project Coordinator in line with the monthly reporting schedule
• Undertake follow up with partner agencies and prepare lessons learned and gather evidence of impact for case studies/stories

To provide general support:

• Line manage the Programme Assistant
• Represent RedR UK at various fora in consultation with the Programme Manager
• Oversee the Project Administrator in dealing with all project finance and accurately and efficiently maintaining and monitoring finance records in coordination with the Finance Team
• Input & update information on the Kenya database and RedR website
• Any other tasks or duties as required by line manager or organisation which are in line with the position duties

Person Specification

Essential

• A commitment to our humanitarian mission and values
• Knowledge of and experience in delivery of security training (preferably in the humanitarian sector
• An interest in Learning and Development and Human Resources
• Initiative, enthusiasm and a problem-solving approach to new challenges
• Systematic and efficient administrative skills, including an ability to prioritise, manage and complete a variety of tasks with minimal supervision
• Proactive and excellent organisational skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good MS Office skills in the use of email, internet, Word and Excel, including use of formulas
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds • Cheerful, hands-on, methodical and positive attitude
• Good attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends depending on course requirements
• Ability to deal with financial aspects of the Project
• Excellent written and verbal skills in English
• Ability to manage staff
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to represent RedR UK in Kenya in a variety of situations

Desirable

• Database and Power point experience very desirable
• Able to train if needed

Job Description and Person Specification

Overview and Terms Job title Project Administrator
Date reviewed September 2012
Purpose To provide administrative support for the RedR OFDA funded Training Programme in East Africa
Responsible to Project Co-ordinator , Kenya
Responsible for N/A Working with Colleagues within the Nairobi office and external contacts as necessary
Location Nairobi, Kenya Post Full-time
Period 18 months
Grade 3
Salary Kshs. 986,939 per annum
Other As defined in our standard contract terms

RedR and the work we do

Each year millions of people around the world feel the effects of natural disaster and conflict. RedR is an international charity that improves the effectiveness of disaster relief, helping save and rebuild the lives of people affected by disaster worldwide. We do this by delivering essential training and support to relief organisations and their staff, and by supplying skilled professionals to humanitarian programmes. Our work helps to ensure that the right people with the right skills are responding to global emergencies, and enables both local and international relief workers to react to the needs of those affected by disaster, efficiently and safely.

In response to recent humanitarian catastrophes, we currently have training and local capacity building programmes in Sudan, Pakistan and South Sudan and have recently secured contracts for two large training programmes in Kenya. It is anticipated that our training programme in the country will expand further in the next year.

Context

RedR UK is in the final stages of negotiating a contract with OFDA for a cutting edge programme of holistic security training in partnership with Harvard University, a world renowned academic institution at the cutting edge of online learning, and Beechwood International, a highly respected and innovative private sector partner renowned for its support to collaboration and decision making.

Working closely with 12 national and international organizations operating in East and Central Africa this program will prove an innovative approach to the integration of security management that can be projected on a global scale. This approach will directly address the long term lack of ‘total agency’ buy-in to security issues and management.

Job Description

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

The Project Administrator will assist with the registration of all event participants, production of materials and resources as well as administration for learning events. They will also be responsible for maintenance of monitoring data and collation of data for evaluation and reporting.

To provide general support;

• Work with the Kenya PM, Communications and Marketing staff and OFDA Project Coordinator to ensure that there are effective project communication tools in place including (but not limited to): power point presentations/info sheets explaining the project to potential project partners prior to selection; power point/info sheets that can be used by selected partners in explaining the project to their staff
• Support the OFDA Project Coordinator as necessary in undertaking partner selection and internal capacity assessments with project partners (at start and end of the project) once selected. Gather all necessary results/data and share with the UK Project Coordinator for analysis.
• Deal with all administrative and logistical aspects of organising training events, workshops and on-line webinars and working groups organised by RedR UK in Kenya for the OFDA project
• Attend all face to face events (training courses, workshops, focus group discussions) to support and provide administrative and logistical support to the facilitators, run the registration desk, manage the catering, and ensure the events run smoothly
• Attend all face to face events and
• Manage the relationship with course participants ensuring they are provided with a high level of customer service
• Organise equipment, training and learning materials, stationary etc. ensuring that the training rooms used are always tidy and well-stocked with stationery.
• Prepare, compile and copy workbooks and hand-outs; prepare welcome packs, CDs and flash drives
• Provide all necessary information/briefing etc. for participants prior to on-line learning activities and follow up with them as necessary after the events e.g. for completed evaluations, action plans
• Deal with all aspects of training finance, including processing course payments, sending and processing invoices, processing travel expense claims, and accurately and efficiently maintaining and monitoring finance records in coordination with the Finance Assistant.
• Support the Facilitators in gathering evaluation forms and Action Plans and compiling this data for completion of Training Reports. Ensure these are sent to the UK Project Coordinator within 10 days of the event
• Organise all post-event follow ups for monitoring and evaluation purposes
• Procure all necessary materials for project activities ensuring that they are available when needed and budgets are adhered to
• Any other reasonable tasks or duties as required by line manager or organisation.

Person Specification

Essential

• A commitment to our humanitarian mission and values
• An interest in Learning and Development and Human Resources
• Initiative, enthusiasm and a problem-solving approach to new challenges
• Systematic and efficient administrative skills, including an ability to prioritise, manage and complete a variety of tasks with minimal supervision
• Proactive and excellent organisational skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good MS Office skills in the use of email, internet, Word and Excel, including use of formulas
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Cheerful, hands-on, methodical and positive attitude
• Good attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends depending on course requirements
• Ability to deal with financial aspects of the Programme
• Excellent written and verbal skills in English

Desirable

• Database and Power point experience very desirable

POSITION TITLE: MARKETING INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICERGRADE LEVEL: KP-2CONTRACT TYPE: SERVICE CONTRACT DUTY STATION: NAIROBIORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: FAO SOMALIA COUNTRY OFFICEDURATION : 11 MONTHSELIGIBLE CANDIDATES:
SOMALI & KENYA NATIONALS ONLY
ANTICIPATED START DATE: 15 NOVEMBER 2012

Applications from qualified women are encouragedPersons with disabilities are equally encouraged to applyAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidenceDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and the direct supervision of the head of the Agriculture Marketing Unit, the Marketing Information Systems Officer will provide technical support in the establishment of an effective Marketing Information System (MIS) for agricultural produce and commodities in Somalia (South Central and Somaliland). In particular he/she will:

1. Oversee the establishment of a marketing information and linkage system to provide reliable market information to Somali farmers and traders on regular basis. This will entail the following:• Establish a Short Messaging Services (SMS) in collaboration with the contracted service providers;• Process and disseminate information through bulk SMS back to end users (farmers and traders). • Set up a website for the MIS;• Technical contact with the solutions provider and management of the web based bulk SMS Solution;• Compile and manage database of subscribers;• Installation of appropriate computer software to support the MIS;

2. Carry out training and capacity building session to the extension officers, Marketing Trade Officers, and technicians on the efficient use and application of the Marketing Information System.

3. Follow up on the implementation of marketing interventions and further link the development of the commercialization model of the FAO Somalia programme to the Marketing Information System (MIS).
4. Timely preparation of progress reports.
5. Carry out any other responsibilities assigned by the Supervisor and/or Officer in Charge.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Candidates should meet the following:

• Degree in Agricultural Marketing or equivalent combined with specializing in Information Technology from a recognized institute.• Have a minimum of 5 years of proven experience in identification, design and establishment of MIS.• Proven skills on data collection, database management, short messaging services, establishment of websites and information dissemination. • Knowledge and proven experience on training of users on the MIS system.• Knowledge and skills on market information monitoring and evaluation.• Knowledge and experience on project management and gender involvement skills is an added advantage.• Working knowledge (level C) of English and working knowledge of the most widely used local language. Somali language is a must.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Candidates will be assessed against the following:

• Relevance and level of academic qualifications;• Technical experience in establishment of Market Information System;• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing;• Ability to identify and resolve problems expeditiously and pragmatically;• Tact, initiative and sound judgment;• Knowledge of and/or experience with the UN system• Good communication and writing skills.

Please note that all candidates should possess computer/word processing skills and should be capable of working with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

About FilmAid:Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power of film to reach large numbers of people with critical information in a compelling visual format, overcoming language and literacy barriers. FilmAid uses films that are both educational and entertaining to draw audiences’ attention to subjects of vital concern to their health and well-being.

Working with other relief agencies and community leaders, FilmAid identifies emerging critical issues and develops appropriate film messages to help educate and inform. People of concern participate actively in the creation of these films, and the resulting pieces are widely distributed and screened throughout beneficiary communities. In this way, FilmAid is able to respond to an immediate, unmet need for locally relevant messaging. Through real collaboration, FilmAid’s community-based films support the work of other aid agencies and effectively address the issues and concerns of beneficiary communities. FilmAid also seeks to experiment with other media that can be used to achieve its stated goals.

FilmAid is looking to recruit an Audio Producer with the general objective of working closely with the Dadaab Production team to fulfill production editing needs. The Audio Producer reports to the Head of Production and will fulfill the following responsibilities:Key responsibilities: Examine and interpret program documents, generate work plans and develop and manage audio production budget Generate periodic (weekly, monthly and quarterly) audio production reports. Editing raw recorded audio on a variety of programming types, from educational tutorials to fiction titles, interstitials, title/credit sequences and special projects. In charge of maintaining efficient process flow of all audio edited material. In charge of the pre-production, production and post-production audio production processes. Developing an audio production schedule/ work plan. Responsible for all stages of audio production. In charge of production of audio scripts on key subject areas as directed by head of production. Supervise audio production logs for broadcast  Assisting the head of production in the studio recording process. QCing of edited material. Processing audio (EQ, noise reduction) Encoding audio file. Provide effective staff supervision  Training youth filmmakers on audio production.

Requirements:• Must be of Kenyan nationality OR Must be eligible to work in Kenya.• Experience in working in a radio environment/audio or radio programming• Knowledge of audio editing software, including ProTools & Sound Forge and knowledge of the audio recording process.• Knowledge of how to set up and efficiently run a digital audio workstation.• Knowledge of handling a mixing board/audio mixer to ensure highest sound quality as can be achieved.• Good understanding of production process• Additional skills in Videography/ Photography is an added advantage• Media Training (Film & Print) skills• Content Management and distribution experience• Meticulous attention to detail as well as strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects with competing deadlines.• Strong oral and written communications skills.• good training skills • Ready to work with minimal supervision with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.• Ready to work for long hours in a hardship area.• Team player, excellent interpersonal, organizational and multitasking skills.• Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.

I. Position Information

Job Title: Programme Specialist, GROLDuty Station: Nairobi, KenyaReports to: Governance and Rule of Law (GROL) Programme ManagerReports: DCD (P)Contract Type: Fixed-Term InternationalApproved Grade:P4

II. Organizational Context

The UNDP Governance and Rule of Law Programme (GROL) supports primarily the achievement of Outcome 2 of the Country Programme (2011-2015): “Somali women and men, girls and boys, benefit from more inclusive, equitable and accountable governance, improved services, human security, access to justice and human rights," which is comprised of five main sub-outcomes:• Sub Outcome 2.1. Mechanisms for transition to democratic and accountable structures and systems of governance designed and implemented • Sub Outcome 2.2. Key public sector reforms designed and implemented in an inclusive, gender-sensitive, participatory and transparent manner. • Sub Outcome 2.3. The capacities for parliamentary and civil society actors strengthened for effective and accountable governance oversight. • Sub Outcome 2.4. Technical assistance provided to improve security, establish a functioning judiciary, access to justice, a constitutional and legal framework, and protection of human rights under the rule of law. • Sub Outcome 2.5. Mechanisms in place to support improved access to equitable prioritized basic services, especially for women and vulnerable groups. Previously stand-alone programmes, Governance and Rule of Law programmes, have been merged so as to enhance the quality and impact of UNDP resources on the ground and allow for more synergies and harmony in UNDP CO work.

The Programme focuses on six thematic areas that are closely inter-related, mutually reinforcing and all equally essential to the strengthening of governance and rule of law in Somalia:1) Fostering Inclusive Political Processes: The objective of this thematic area is to enable political institutions to support inclusive transitions through the development of democratic, oversight and legislative processes.2) Strengthening Core Institutional Systems and Functions: The objective of this thematic area is to strengthen core capacities and systems at national, regional and local level, whilst supporting federal and regional leadership to establish clear priorities and plans for the implementation of broader institutional development initiatives.3) Developing Access to Justice and the Judicial System: Building on the previous achievements of the Rule of Law and Security (ROLS) programme, this thematic area works to expand the depth and breadth of justice service provision, through a move from legal aid to legal empowerment, expanding into areas of civil law affecting women and minorities as alimony, women’s inheritance, and access to public services, and increasing the number of paralegals and giving stronger consideration to the customary and sharia justice systems.4) Strengthening Police and Security Sector Governance: This thematic area aims to introduce and implement strategic development plans for the police, mapping out the vision for policing in Somalia’s regions, outlining how key reforms will be achieved and providing a perspective on sustainability and the role of the government in supporting the police. The pillar will ensure that policing can manage critical issues for Somalis communities, such as piracy, conflict and insurgency. 5) Enabling Resilient Local Governance and Service Delivery: The objective of this pillar of the programme is for local governance to contribute to peace and equitable priority service delivery, and support the establishment of district-level autonomous and accountable local governments and the development of effective linkages with constituent communities and the private sector. This pillar is UNDP’s contribution to the Joint Programme on Local Governance and decentralized service delivery (JPLG) which is a five-year Programme of UNDP, ILO, UNCDF, UN-HABITAT and UNICEF. 6) Enhancing Community Security and Resilience: This thematic area complements institutional support and service provision in justice, security and basic services through a community driven approach, ensuring that marginalised clans, women and youth are actively involved in the planning, monitoring and execution of security services. Using a bottom-up approach this pillar will build civil society, L/NGO and governmental consensus around community safety and security approaches.

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Manager for Governance and Rule of Law, the Programme Specialist will be responsible for general programme management, accountability and oversight, partnership building and resource mobilization as well as promoting innovations, advocacy and knowledge building within the GROL programme. S/he fosters synergies across the 6 thematic areas of the GROL programme and aligns them to CPD Outcomes One and Two. The incumbent provides reporting support to ensure that all reports produced under GROL are of high quality and meet the standards required by the donors and counterparts. S/he also provides quality assurance to programme/project boards, and high-quality advisory services to project teams where necessary in order to improve empirical-based monitoring and reporting against proper baselines in both a qualitative and quantitative respect. The incumbent liaises with UNDP’s Planning and Partnership Unit (PPU) to ensure that projects’ evaluations and audits are implemented and developed according to schedules, findings and recommendations.

The Programme Specialist coordinates activities of Programme Management staff and supervises the GROL national programme specialists and programme associates. S/he works in close collaboration with the operations team, programme staff in other UNDP units, UN Agencies, UNDP HQ staff, Government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UNDP programme implementation and continuous innovations in her/his key areas of responsibilities..

III. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions:• Programme Accountability and Oversight• Advisory Services and Technical Expertise• Programme Management• Partnership building and Resource Mobilization• Innovations, Advocacy and Knowledge Building

1. Ensure effective programme accountability and oversight, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Ensures that GROL programme activities respond to the development needs of Somalia and are in accordance with the national and sub-national priorities as articulated in the Country Programme Document (CPD) 2011-2015 and all relevant national and sub-national strategies;• Ensures accountability of the GROL programme to donors and counterparts throughout the delivery of outcome-level results and management of programme resources;• Ensures strict and consistent application of UNDP rules and regulations and ensuring the implementation of clear accountability mechanisms throughout the programme portfolio;• Participates in internal control mechanisms for adherence to UNDP rules and regulations in contracts, assets, procurement, recruitment, etc. as required; • Provides quality assurance to the programme/project boards by carrying out objective and independent programme oversight and monitoring functions• Oversees the implementation of the CO monitoring and evaluation plan as it relates to GROL programme;• Ensures synergies and complementarity between the GROL programme and other units in UNDP Somalia to achieve CPD outcomes.

1. Ensures provision of high-quality advisory services and technical expertise, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Provides technical support and advice for programme implementation to project teams and counterparts on the current and newly emerging Governance and Rule of Law issues;• Identifies policy-driven issues, best practices and lessons learned on Governance and Rule of Law at global, regional and national level and ensure these are integrated into the programme planning and implementation;• Advises on the design and implementation of coherent institutional capacity development strategies by the Programme Pillars ensuring these strategies contribute to the national development plans where they exist;• Proactively identifies risks and challenges to the on-going operations of the GROL programme and provides project teams on mitigation strategies; • Provides policy advice to programme manager, senior CO management, government counterparts, donors and other partners on issues related to GROL;

1. Ensure effective programme management, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• In close consultation with PPU, ensures the elaboration of coherent work plans and budgets for all activities in the Programme portfolio and the continuous monitoring of project work plans, • Ensures timely and adequate reporting against plans in consultation with PPU, including providing timely and articulate progress reports and inputs to the Strategic Results Framework and Results Oriented Annual Report; • Preparation of high quality project documents and proposals, and encouraging adequate peer review of the same through established mechanisms (LPAC); • Ensures that the 6 programme pillars coordinate their implementations at the field level and contribute to the expected outcomes of the CPD• Ensures that each programme pillar establishes management information which allows the efficient and effective collection of outcome-level data including sex and age-segregated data so that programme monitoring and evaluation can take place and progress can be measured• Guides the development of GROL’s communication strategy and tools including fact sheets and brochures in close collaboration with the project teams and with CO communication unit• Supervises the national programme specialists and programme associates and ensure their individual RCAs are aligned with the overall vision of the programme and support delivery of programme outcomes• Represents GROL programme, as requested by the Programme Manager• Drafts, maintains and supports the implementation of programme evaluation and audit plans. Support the drafting of TORs for internal evaluations and audits• Champions for the achievement of Country Programme Outcome 1 &2 and ensure the effective application of RBM tools for Programme effectiveness and achievement of results

1. Promotes partnership building and resource mobilization, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Advises on the preparation and clearance of agreements with partners (donors, government, CSOs, UN agencies and other partners) in close coordination with PPU• Develops mechanisms and instruments for selection of appropriate government and civil society partners in the implementation of the programme pillars• Coordinates GROL programme resource mobilization efforts in conjunction with PPU• Facilitates GROL engagement with non-traditional donors to support GROL programme• Leads and coordinates partner surveys and consolidation of GROL response and follow-up when and as required.• Undertakes conflict sensitive analysis and perception surveys to determine what public needs, views and priorities are with regard to Governance and Rule of Law• Forges closer linkages with the other UN offices, programmes, agencies and entities, and other international and national stakeholders concerned with or providing assistance on GROL issues to Somalia; Lead the development of Joint Programme Documents when needed

1. Ensures innovation, advocacy and knowledge building within the GROL programme, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Identifies new ideas and opportunities for the development of new interventions in the area of governance and rule of law, and facilitates the alignment of the GROL programme with the new emerging priorities in the light of the political transition in Somalia and the implementation of the Provisional Federal Constitution• Promotes GROL programme, ensuring maximum and appropriate levels of visibility and public awareness on results of the ongoing activities, and positioning UNDP as a neutral actor with high quality policy advice• Provides leadership on governance and rule of Law issues within the framework of United Nations Somalia Assistance strategy (UNSAS) Outcome 3, Internal Strategic Framework (ISF), and other coordination structures
• Ensures that lessons learned and best practices in the area of governance and rule of law are captured and documented to inform wider policies and programmes and facilitate replication elsewhere • Leads proactive showcasing of the programme activities in regional and international for a and knowledge dissemination through existing UNDP global practice networks • Leads the development of new ways of engaging with non-state actors including traditional structures in the delivery of the governance and rule of law strategies• Supports capacity- and knowledge building of national counterparts• Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the CO and, in particular, within the GROL Programme.

IV. Impact of Results

Evidenced results will take the form of a quality integration of the work currently being developed in separate fashion by projects previously separated in the Governance and Rule of Law and Security portfolio. Enhanced impact will also be manifest in the more streamlined and comprehensive character of the capacity development assistance provided to counterparts as a product of the merger and a smooth transition to its implementation.

V. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Functional Competencies:

Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda Creates effective advocacy strategies Performs analysis of political situations and scenarios, and contributes to the formulation of institutional responses

Results-Based Programme Development and Management Assesses project performance to identify success factors and incorporates best practices into project work Researches linkages across programme activities to identify critical points of integration Monitors specific stages of projects/programme implementation Analyses country situation to identify opportunities for project development Participates in the formulation of project proposals and ensures substantive rigor in the design and application of proven successful approaches and drafts proposals accordingly

Building Strategic Partnerships  Effectively networks with partners seizing opportunities to build strategic alliances relevant to UNDP’s mandate and strategic agenda Identifies needs and interventions for capacity building of counterparts, clients and potential partners Promotes UNDP’s agenda in inter-agency meetings

Innovation and Marketing New Approaches Seeks a broad range of perspectives in developing project proposals Identifies new approaches and promotes their use in other situations Creates an environment that fosters innovation and innovative thinking Makes the case for innovative ideas from the team with own supervisor

Resource Mobilization (Field Duty Stations) Analyses information on potential bilateral donors and national counterparts to recommend a strategic approach Identifies and compiles lessons learned Develops a resource mobilization strategy at the country level

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing Makes the case for innovative ideas documenting successes and building them into the design of new approaches Identifies new approaches and strategies that promote the use of tools and mechanisms

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise Understands more advanced aspects of primary area of specialization as well as the fundamental concepts of related disciplines Keeps abreast of new developments in area of professional discipline and job knowledge and seeks to develop him/herself professionally Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in work assignments

Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals Performed analysis of political situations and scenarios, and contributes to the formulation of institutional responses Uses the opportunity to bring forward and disseminate materials for global advocacy work and adapts it for use at country level

Client Orientation Anticipates client needs Works towards creating an enabling environment for a smooth relationship between the clients and service provider Demonstrates understanding of client’s perspective Solicits feedback on service provision and quality

Core Competencies: Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
 Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment  Self-development, initiative-taking  Acting as a team player and facilitating team work  Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively  Creating synergies through self-control Managing conflict Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member. Informed and transparent decision making

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:
Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, law, or any related field.

Experience: • 7 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects• Proven experience in partnership building and networking• Excellent knowledge of and experience with RBM methodologies and tools (project and programe management, design, monitoring and evaluation and report writing)• Experience in governance and public sector management in developing countries. Post-conflict experience is an asset• Experience in programme management, including project formulation, implementation and reporting is an asset• Thorough knowledge of Atlas and UNDP procedures is an asset• Knowledge and experience in Somalia is an asset• Experience with UNDP preferred • Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems.

Language Requirements: • Fluency in written and spoken English is required;

Regional Director for Africa

September 2012 - Job Title: Regional Director for Africa
Department: Global Legal Program, Center for Reproductive Rights
Job Posted On: October 2012

Center Background: Founded in 1992, the Center for Reproductive Rights is a non-profit organization that promotes women’s equality worldwide by securing reproductive rights in constitutional and international human rights law. Its mission is straightforward and ambitious: to advance reproductive freedom as a fundamental right that all governments are legally obligated to protect, respect and fulfill. The Center is unmatched as a reproductive rights organization in its expertise on U.S. constitutional law, comparative law and international human rights law.

The Center works across the globe on issues including access to life-saving obstetrics care, contraception, abortion services and comprehensive sexuality information, as well as the prevention of forced sterilization and female genital mutilation (FGM). It has brought groundbreaking cases before national courts, U.N. committees and regional human rights bodies. It has built the legal capacity of women's rights advocates in over 50 countries.

The Center is governed by a 20-person Board of Directors and employs more than 100 professionals from Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Kenya, Korea, Nepal, Nigeria, the Philippines, Slovakia, Sweden and the U.S.

In addition to a headquarters in New York City, the Center has offices in: Washington D.C.; Bogotá, Colombia; Kathmandu, Nepal; Nairobi, Kenya; and Geneva, Switzerland. Its annual budget of more than $15 million is raised primarily from foundations and individuals.

The new Regional Director will be joining the Center at an exciting time for the institution and at a critical time for the reproductive rights movement globally. As opponents of women’s rights have increased their attacks on the legal and human rights framework in Africa, the Center is fighting back with national, regional, and international strategies embodied in a new strategic plan launched in early 2012. The plan intensifies our efforts to strengthen the legal protections for access to safe and legal abortion, affordable contraception, the expansion of the reproductive rights of adolescents, and the recognition that the prevention of maternal mortality is a fundamental human rights issue.

To learn more about the Center for Reproductive Rights, go to www.reproductiverights.org .

Position Summary and Responsibilities: The Center is seeking a seasoned strategic program and operations professional to oversee and develop the work of the Africa Program. The Regional Director for Africa will be based in Nairobi and work under the supervision of the Director of the Global Legal Program who is based in New York. The Regional Director will supervise a Regional Manager, Legal Adviser, and Office Manager in Nairobi. In addition, s/he will manage a Legal Adviser and Legal Assistant in the US.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

•Manage the Africa program, including all aspects of program planning and implementation, financial management, and administrative oversight.

•Design and develop the regional work plan, as it relates to focus countries in the region and the UN, in accordance with the strategic plan.

•Oversee and monitor successful implementation of the regional work plan, and recommend changes to the plan as needed.

•Develop and implement short and long-range advocacy and litigation strategy for the Center's work in Africa.

•Identify potential strategic litigation cases in collaboration with partner organizations. Develop factual records and pleadings, research and write legal memoranda, amicus curiae and case briefs on transnational and international and regional human rights law and claims for use in national and/or international and regional fora

•Provide technical assistance to NGOs, government and parliamentary officials, and other stakeholders on law reform processes at the national level and produce relevant legal and advocacy materials.

•Support the design and implementation of wider institutional and Global Program priorities, as appropriate (e.g., coordinating or supporting an intra or inter-departmental initiative).

•Develop and implement annual regional program budget and monitor spending.

•Recruit, train/mentor, supervise and evaluate staff working for the regional program. Participate in institutional recruiting processes as needed.

•Develop and maintain relationships with local, regional and international NGOs and key stakeholders to advance implementation of the strategic plan.

•Support other Center departments in institutional and regional fundraising, and monitoring and evaluation efforts.

•Develop pro bono partnerships and projects with law firms, law associations, and law schools in the U.S. and in the region to leverage our program work.

•Represent the Center externally on matters related to reproductive rights in the region through public speaking and interaction with the media.

•Partner with the Communications Department to effectively develop and implement program communications strategy to increase support and visibility from key audiences.

•International travel is required.

Overall Candidate Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of strong management, creative legal and strategic thinking, and good judgment and excellent analytical capabilities. In addition, we are seeking candidates with strong writing skills; the ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure; the capacity to take initiative, prioritize, and pay close attention to detail while juggling multiple tasks; strong coordination skills; the ability to lead and manage a multinational team; the ability to work effectively as part of the senior leadership team of the Global Legal Program; and the capacity to build and maintain strong partnerships within the Africa region.

Applicants must have: A law degree and at least seven years of experience as a manager working on legal or human rights strategies. Substantial knowledge of the UN and the African regional systems; familiarity with international and regional human rights law. Strong commitment to the Center’s mission, purpose, and values. Ability to develop and manage staff and operations in an international office environment. Effective public speaking skills, and excellent writing skills in English, are required. Fluency in another UN language is desirable.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits.

About FilmAid:Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power of film to reach large numbers of people with critical information in a compelling visual format, overcoming language and literacy barriers. FilmAid uses films that are both educational and entertaining to draw audiences’ attention to subjects of vital concern to their health and well-being.

Working with other relief agencies and community leaders, FilmAid identifies emerging critical issues and develops appropriate film messages to help educate and inform. People of concern participate actively in the creation of these films, and the resulting pieces are widely distributed and screened throughout beneficiary communities. In this way, FilmAid is able to respond to an immediate, unmet need for locally relevant messaging. Through real collaboration, FilmAid’s community-based films support the work of other aid agencies and effectively address the issues and concerns of beneficiary communities. FilmAid also seeks to experiment with other media that can be used to achieve its stated goals Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct an extensive equipment needs study for FilmAid and recommend equipment suited for FilmAid’s work and working environments• Advise FilmAid on appropriate equipment to use for screening and production purposes• Identify credible and authorized dealers for the equipment identified in the needs assessment exercise • Review and advice on FilmAid equipment procurement procedures• Review and advice on FilmAid equipment storage and movement tracking systems• Review and advice equipment coding and inventory management system• Establish a relationship between FilmAid and authorized equipment dealers for purposes of getting bargains and service• Introduce FilmAid staff to regular research on audio-visual equipment developments and trends that keep them updated on these• Develop equipment maintenance protocols and train appropriate staff on these• Train and mentor field based equipment managers• Train field staff on screening set-up and understanding of picture projection and sound quality in different set-ups• Develop equipment disposal procedures for FilmAid programs

Requirements:

• Must be of Kenyan nationality OR Must be eligible to work in Kenya.• At least 3 years working experience in equipment management and maintenance. • Technical background; Diploma in equipment or electronics related background. Working experience in sound engineering would be an added advantage.• Good communication skills • Excellent knowledge of audio – visual equipment • Excellent understanding of sound dynamics in outdoor screenings • Excellent training skills • Basic equipment troubleshooting skills• Very good Information Technology (hardware & software) skills• Ready to work with minimal supervision with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.• Ready to work for long hours in a hardship area.• Team player, excellent interpersonal, organizational, multitasking and communication skills.• Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.

An exciting senior position in Oxfam Kenya

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Background:Oxfam in Kenya implements an exciting and dynamic programme; incorporating both rapid and slow onset emergencies, longer term development and influential advocacy policy work. Oxfam Kenya is engaging in the great changes taking place in Kenya including the devolution of government, preparation for peaceful elections, the discovery of Oil in the Arid Lands and the expansion of informal urban settlements. Oxfam in Kenya works in Turkana, Dadaab, Wajir and the Nairobi informal settlements as well as on national level governance and coordination issues in multi stakeholder fora. To this end, we are seeking to fill the position of the National Program Coordinator.

A new and exciting position in Oxfam Kenya’s programme, created to ensure greater impact for the country’s most marginalised people through the strengthening and strategic leadership of Oxfam Kenya’s National Pillars - advocacy, governance, peace building, climate change and private sector engagement interventions (including work within the Oil and Gas sector). S/he will also be responsible for the management of one of Oxfam’s leading Urban programmes during the six month leave of absence of the Urban Programme Manager. Reporting to the Country Director, the post holder is a member of the Senior Management Team and will have the ambitious task of ensuring Oxfam and its partners become leading advocates, catalysts and innovators for change; ensuring greater balance between these aspects of our programme and our longer term service delivery and capacity building work.

Supporting the success of the programme strategy will include helping to ensure the financial viability of these programmes, including donor liaison, contract management, budget oversight and the identification of funding opportunities from new and existing partners.The NPC will manage 3 national advisors, enabling them to maximise their contribution to the quality and development of the broader Kenya and regional programme. The post holder will ensure that Oxfam Kenya follows a one-programme approach; adding value to our long term development work supporting the Kenya Advocacy Advisor in developing and implementing our campaigns and collaborating with the Humanitarian Advisor to strengthen our emergency preparedness and response. and individual campaigns, develop an enabling environment for the Urban Programme to progress from its pilot phase to a leader in its field both within Oxfam’s Global work and in Kenya. S/he will be expected to represent Oxfam’s programmes nationally and internationally with Government, UN agencies, other NGOs, donors and Oxfam International.

To be successful in this role you will have the following attributes: the imagination and experience to recognise the enormous potential present in Kenya’s civil society, urban communities and private sector; the ambition and imagination to work within the decentralisation process to help realise that potential for the benefit of Kenya’s most marginalised populations; and a commitment to social and economic justice.

You will also possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, have substantial experience of managing humanitarian and development programmes of a significant size, have proven fundraising skills and demonstrate high-level strategic, analytical and conceptual ability. You will demonstrate a record of delivering strategic chance within specific timeframes, experience of integrating gender and diversity into programme work and experience of proposal writing and donor reporting, budgeting and performance management. You will have an ability to respond to and identify opportunities arising from events and longer term trends and proven experience in building successful advocacy/popular mobilisation campaigns with partners and demonstrable courage in embracing innovation and difficult change are highly valued.

An exciting senior position in Oxfam Kenya

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Background:Oxfam in Kenya implements an exciting and dynamic programme; incorporating both rapid and slow onset emergencies, longer term development and influential advocacy policy work. Oxfam Kenya is engaging in the great changes taking place in Kenya including the devolution of government, preparation for peaceful elections, the discovery of Oil in the Arid Lands and the expansion of informal urban settlements. Oxfam in Kenya works in Turkana, Dadaab, Wajir and the Nairobi informal settlements as well as on national level governance and coordination issues in multi stakeholder fora. To this end, we are seeking to fill the position of the Turkana Program Coordinator.

This is a senior position, leading and representing one of Oxfam largest programmes in its global portfolio at this unique juncture in Kenya’s social, political and economic development. The Programme Coordinator will manage a portfolio of innovative programmes that seek to: promote markets based livelihoods through the careful promotion of a cash economy, reduce or eliminate the need for perpetual food distributions and resulting dependency; and increase the resilience of all people and notably pastoralists to external shocks. Oxfam intends to be contribute to the success of Kenya’s devolution programme by working with and supporting new government structures, promoting peace and empowering citizens to have a voice and hold their leaders to account.

The Programme Coordinator will be responsible for the lead and management of the Turkana program with a specific focus to program development, innovation and representation S/he will be responsible for a significant budget, a large staff, complex donor relations, local advocacy and Monitoring Evaluation Accountability & Learning (MEAL).

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To be successful in this role you will have: the imagination and experience to recognise the enormous potential present in Kenya’s arid lands; the ambition and imagination to be help realise that potential for the benefit of Kenya’s most marginalised population; and a commitment to social and economic justice. You will also have a minimum of a first degree in social sciences, coupled with in-depth experience of managing development and/or humanitarian projects and advocacy/governance. You will have proven leadership and management skills, demonstrating an ability to communicate and delegate effectively within a diverse and motivated team whilst also having ability to work independently with appropriate attention to detail, as required. Proven ability to analyse complex external contexts, monitor change and translate into appropriate planning and action in line with a good understanding of Disaster Risk Reduction, and when necessary, ensuring appropriate application of standards in humanitarian response is essential. You will demonstrate the ability to identify and implement opportunities for innovation. Equally important is your diplomacy, influencing and negotiating skills and ability to build good relations both internally and externally. Exposure to the development aid environment is preferred but candidates who have demonstrated abilities in managing projects for social change will be considered.