M&E SPECIALIST -ELDORET

USAID-KAVES, a five-year agriculture program implemented by Fintrac Inc.. is hiring an experienced M&E candidate for field based position in Eldoret.

The M&E Specialist will be responsible for accurate and timely data collection in the field including  the administration of sample surveys. S/he will balance field-based data collection with office based data entry, cleaning and analysis in roughly a 50/20 split. Generally based in a regional project office in Eldoret, this position reports to the M&E Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop monthly reports, analyzing and monitoring data from your area
• Track and monitor sample farmer progress through regular farm visits
• Create bi-weekly work plans with M&E manager and regularly submit progress reports on work plan goals and objectives
• Visit partners/subcontractors and farmers regularly to monitor and assess data quality from source and monitor compliance on M&E protocol and tools
• Assist M&E manager or any subcontractors in evaluating partner or project performance in the field
• Train, support and build capacity of partner/subcontractor M&E staff including assisting with
• CIRIS, M&E procedures, proper use of tools, filing, database management, enumeration, and reporting
• Perform special studies or data collection exercises as required
• Spend at least 50% in the field, on farms or with partners
• Spend at least 20% of time entering data from sample, partners or other sources
• Assume responsibility for all figures reported from your region
• Manage flow of partner data from your region and its accurate entry into CIRIS
• Regularly update the M&E manager on achievements and progress
• Provide timely data and reports from region to allow effective tracking of PMP indicators for quarterly and annual reports to USAID (at least two weeks before report deadlines)
• Work across and with other departments to ensure effective use of M&E data and information in project communications, contracts, technical reports and other materials.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with project clients and stakeholders to enable the effective collection of trade statistics and other data.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical degree in an agriculture-related field, bachelor’s degree a plus
• Solid technical knowledge of agriculture (crops, terminology, good agricultural practices, etc.)
• Experience in and knowledge of field-based data-collection/enumeration
• Experience working with, and entering data into databases such as Microsoft Access
• Understanding of general monitoring and evaluation principles
• Demonstrated attention to detail with a respect for the importance of accurate data collection
• Highly proficient in MS Excel; ability to work in MS Word
• Ability to undertake extensive field-work, travel to remote locations

3-5 years of experience surveying, data entry, data management and reporting a must.

Background in agriculture data or working with farmers a plus. Must be prepared to travel extensively in rural areas. Experience working with USAID or other large donors a plus. Remuneration based on experience.

Kindly email your cover letter & resume to kenrecruit@fintrac.com by COB Friday, 2nd August 2013. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.

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CAPACITY BUILDING ACCOUNTANT

Capacity Building Accountant (302267-818)

Closing date: 25 Aug 2013

Responsibilities

• Build Financial Management Capacity of Community Organizations and Partners to facilitate disbursement and accounting for Grant and Sponsorship funds by the Community Organizations and other Partners.
• Promote the highest standards of integrity and accountability in line with ChildFund values.
• Assess financial management capacity of community based organizations with a view to identifying the gaps.
• Promote improvement in accounting skills amongst Community Organizations staff and management committees through relevant training.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Review and development of specimen financial records of Community Organizations and Partners.
• Review all projects annual and quarterly budgets before approval by the Finance Director and National Office Team Leader.
• Ensure timely submission of reports by the projects and review and provide feedback. Ensure timely disbursement of funds to the projects.
• Send project balances to the International Office by 15th of every month.
• In consultation with the M&E Coordinator, assess the clusters roll out plans of the Bright Futures key messages and give the necessary support.
• Review monthly reports from the Bright Futures Areas and facilitate timely disbursement of funds.

Required Skills

• Training facilitation skills, innovative with ability to analyze issues and provide practical solutions.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to promote the highest standards of integrity and accountability.
• Strong skills in assessment of proposals, monitoring partner’s records and accounting for funds.
• High Integrity and team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience Required

• Bachelors Degree CPA (K)
• 3 years post qualification experience.

How to apply:

Visit the website to apply: http://childfund-hr.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=302267&company_id=15818&jobboardid=479

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NGO PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPER

Closing date: 31 Aug 2013

Description of Post Workforce Humanity is recruiting for an NGO Outreach Worker to help develop partnerships with local NGO partners in various countries. The key to this position is that you are an independent self-starter. You will not have a manager in country so you must be able to work independently. You must be able to outreach to local NGOs develop partnerships through explaining the benefits that skilled international volunteers can bring to the organization.

Key Project Activities Include:

• Outreach to local NGOs and arrange partnerships for volunteer placements
• Facilitate the approval of the NGO and the Job Descriptions for the volunteer with input from Workforce staff in NY
• When partner is approved by Workforce Humanity facilitate the signing of the MoU with the new partner NGOs
• Liaise with staff based in NY sending a weekly report of activities, meetings and partnerships developed
• Facilitate when necessary the communication between the NGO and the staff in NY
• When necessary assist in volunteer arrival and questions regarding context and living

Recommended Skills and Experience:

• Background NGO sector
• Experience in building relationships outreach to stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Independent self-starter 

Remuneration

Due to the nature of this position payment is made upon development of each partnership. Meaning when an MoU is signed and the Job Description for the positions completed the NGO Outreach Worker will receive 20 USD. Payment will be made monthly

Note: This requires and independent self starter as workforce humanity does not have any staff in Cambodia. All costs endured are inclusive of salary no additional remuneration will be made.

How to apply:

Send a letter of motivation and your C.V. to admin@workforcehumanity.com

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PROGRAMME OFFICER - RWANDA & BURUNDI

Role Summary

Interpeace has been implementing a peacebuilding programme in Burundi together with its local partner CENAP since 2007 and in Rwanda together with its Rwandan partner organization IRDP since 2002. When in 2011, Interpeace initiated a regional peacebuilding programme that will start fully in September 2013 and involves Burundi, Rwanda and DR Congo’s North and South Kivu provinces, the need emerged to recruit a new Programme Officer who will focus on the Burundi and Rwanda country specific programmes, while the present Programme Officer will lead the Great Lakes regional programme.

The Programme Officer – Rwanda and Burundi (PO-RB) is a member of the core programmatic team for Interpeace’s work in the Great Lakes Region of Central Africa, which also includes the DR Congo, and will collaborate closely with the other members of the team - the Regional Director, the Programme Advisor and the Programme Officer – Great Lakes Region - in the overall management of the Rwanda and Burundi programmes. In this capacity, he/she will also be the key conduit for shaping and disseminating Interpeace’s reconciliation and peacebuilding work to key stakeholders. The PO-RB will continuously exchange and work closely with Interpeace’s Great Lakes Region team and in particular with the Programme Officer – Great Lakes who covers the regional peacebuilding programme in areas of synergies or where coordination is needed.

The PO-RB is responsible for working with the local partners – CENAP in Burundi and IRDP in Rwanda - to ensure that the work of Interpeace is well planned in its content, captured throughout its delivery and strategically disseminated to donors and other key stakeholders to optimize its impact. The PO-RB serves as the key focal point between Interpeace and external actors in relation to the programme . The post of PO-RB is based in Nairobi and involves extensive travel to the field. The duration of the contract will depend upon availability of funding.

How to apply:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, including a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to the Administrative Officer at : recruitment@interpeace.org . "PROGRAMME OFFICER - RWANDA & BURUNDI" MUST BE included in the subject line of the application email to be considered. Interpeace is an equal opportunity employer.

Please note that due to high volume of applications, ONLY short-listed for interviews candidates will be notified. This recruitment will remain open until the post is filled.

For more information about Interpeace, its values and working principles, please visit the Interpeace website (www.interpeace.org)

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FINANCE ASSISTANT

General Position Summary

Interpeace has been supporting a peacebuilding programme in Burundi since 2006/2007 and in Rwanda since 2002. Since 2011, Interpeace has been building up a regional peacebuilding programme that will cover Burundi, Rwanda and DR Congo’s North and South Kivu provinces. This led to the need to recruit a new Finance Assistant who will focus on covering the Rwanda and Burundi programmes as well as the regional peacebuilding programme.

The Finance Assistant is a member of the finance team for Interpeace’s work in the Great Lakes Region of Central Africa and will work under the supervision of the Regional Finance and Administration Manager and in close collaboration with the Finance Officer, as well as with the Great Lakes programmatic team, most closely with the Programme Officers for the regional programme (POGL) as well as for the Burundi and Rwanda programmes (PORW).

The Finance Assistant serves as the key focal point regarding bookkeeping and accounting matters between Interpeace and the local partner organizations in the programme countries. The Finance Assistant will maintain the financial systems and carry out the day to day bookkeeping requirements of the Interpeace programmes in the Great Lakes region specifically, and the regional office generally as required. The Finance Assistant will report directly to the Regional Finance and Administration Manager. This post is based in Nairobi but requires frequent travel to the field. The position is for a period of 1 year with a possibility of extension based upon demonstrated performance and continued funding.

How to apply:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, including a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to the Administrative Officer at: recruitment@interpeace.org . "FINANCE ASSISTANT" Great Lakes Region MUST BE included in the subject line of the application email to be considered. Interpeace is an equal opportunity employer.
Please note that due to high volume of applications, ONLY short-listed for interviews candidates will be notified. This recruitment will remain open until the post is filled.
For more information about Interpeace, its values and working principles, please visit the Interpeace website (www.interpeace.org)

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SOCIAL WORKER(1 POSITION )

Reporting To: Clinical Officer Incharge

Contract Period: One Year Contract- Renewable

Duty Station: Tumani Isiolo Clinic

Closing Date For Applications: 15 August, 2013

Food for the hungry, Kenya (FH Kenya) and Christian Community services Mt. Kenya (CCSMKE) are both Christian organizations partnering to offer Care and treatment to PLWHIV in Isiolo and Marsabit districts.

Both organizations have established a comprehensive care centre in Isiolo and Marsabit –Tumaini Medical Centre that is giving care and treatment to PLWHIV while offering affordable medical services to general population in Isiolo. Through this partnership FH seeks to fill in the following vacant positions in Tumaini clinic:

Specific Duties

• Complete Social Work Screening form for patients in the HAART Protocol.
• Conducts home assessments for patient’s lost follow up and those requiring a home visit.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records of lost follow up, in coordination with the data officer.
• Responsible for the management and tracking of all cases which are lost to follow up for the purpose of reducing the amount.
• Identify and build relationships with various HIV/AIDS support, home based care and social service organization s throughout Kenya, maintain records of such relationships with various
• HIV/AIDS support, home based care and social service organizations throughout Kenya, maintain records of such relationships and make patient referrals accordingly.
• Write reports with respect to department activities weekly, monthly or as required
• Coordinate post test club activities and facilitate weekly meetings, in coordination with counselors.

Qualifications/Experience (Minimum)

• Diploma in community health, social worker, community worker, counseling, or above
• Minimum of 2 years in community work especially on HIV and AIDS programs
• Trained on HIV and AIDS Management, VCT/HTC
• Computer literate especially MS Word and MS Excel
• Must be able to speak any of the local languages in Isiolo

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or expected salary), updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to: Human Resources Manager, FH Kenya, P O BOX 14978 -00800 NAIROBI, Email address: hr_fhkenya@fh.org or drop them at our Nairobi office. (Life Ministry Centre, 3rd Floor Jabavu Road, next to Kilimani Police station) latest by 15th August 2013.Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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DATA/HEALTH RECORDS CLERK (1 POSITION)

Reporting To: Clinical Officer Incharge

Contract Period: One Year Contract- Renewable

Duty Station: Tumani Isiolo Clinic

Closing Date For Applications: 15 August, 2013

Food for the hungry, Kenya (FH Kenya) and Christian Community services Mt. Kenya (CCSMKE) are both Christian organizations partnering to offer Care and treatment to PLWHIV in Isiolo and Marsabit districts.

Both organizations have established a comprehensive care centre in Isiolo and Marsabit –Tumaini Medical Centre that is giving care and treatment to PLWHIV while offering affordable medical services to general population in Isiolo. Through this partnership FH seeks to fill in the following vacant positions in Tumaini clinic:

Specific Duties

• Enter data relating to questionnaires, specimens, medications, serology, filter paper, and lab
• testing
• Ensure all patient charts contain the required questionnaires
• Ensure all files are scanned and re-filed properly
• Verify that data has been entered correctly
• Record and report form filling errors daily. Submit error reports monthly or as requested by Program Manager
• Follow up with form errors with corresponding staff
• Submit monthly report based on the indicators.

Qualifications/Experience (Minimum)

• Hold a Certificate or a Diploma in Data management, M&E or other relevant training.
• Training on Health Information Management System.
• At least two years’ experience working in an HIV and AIDS comprehensive Care Centre (CCC).
• Must be good in computer and especially data programs like MS excel, etc.
• Additional training as VCT/HTC counselor or any area on HIV will be added advantage.
• Committed to serve the poor in relation to FH/Kenya’s Christian foundation and beliefs2

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or expected salary), updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to: Human Resources Manager, FH Kenya, P O BOX 14978 -00800 NAIROBI, Email address: hr_fhkenya@fh.org or drop them at our Nairobi office. (Life Ministry Centre, 3rd Floor Jabavu Road, next to Kilimani Police station) latest by 15th August 2013.Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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PROJECT OFFICERS- (3 VACANCIES)

Based in Tana River, Kilifi and Kwale

Ref: GCN/2013/003

The Girl Child Network (GCN) is an independent, non-political, non-religious, not for profit membership organization working to improve the status of children in Kenya with special emphasis on the girl child.

Within the Education program, we are implementing a DfID funded project known as ‘Wasichana Wote Wasome’(WWW) that aims to improve school enrolment, retention, attendance and learning outcomes for marginalized girls in Kenya. WWW project will be implemented in Tana River, Kwale and Kilifi Counties.

We invite suitably qualified and experienced candidates to join our dynamic education team in the following position:

Reporting to the Project coordinator, the field officers will be responsible for formation and strengthening of school and community initiatives to support girls’ access, enrolment, retention and participation in education in specific counties.

• The successful candidate should possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in Education, Social studies or any relevant studies.
• Must be computer literate and have a minimum of three years’ experience in similar position.
• S/he should have strong knowledge of the different dynamics in communities, good mobilization, documentation and report writing skills.

How to Apply

If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience for any of the position above, send your application indicating expected salary and detailed CV and all attachments sent by post to the address: 

Girl Child Network,

AMREF, Wilson Airport,

Off, Lang’ata Road,

P. O. Box 2447 -00200 for all postage, Nairobi with ALL attachments.

Applications can be dropped at GCN offices

Tel: 60004510.

Applications for the positions close on 15th August 2013 by 5.00 p.m. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM LOGISTICS SUPPORT OFFICER

Background:


Atlantean
seeks
to
identify
local
and
expatriate
junior‐
and
senior‐level
qualified
Administrative
Program
Logistics
 Support
 candidates to
 support
 USAID/Kenya’s
 Office
 of
 Population
 and
 Health
 (OPH)
 and
USAID/East
 Africa’s
 Regional
 Health
 and
 HIV/AIDS
Office
 (RHH).
 
In support
 of
 this
 program
 various candidates
 are
 sought
 with
 qualifications
 and
experience
 in the
 following
 areas;
management
 of
 field
monitoring,
 evaluation
 design,
 empirical
 and
 statistical
 analysis,
management
 of
 information
 systems,
information
management
design
and
training,
and
program
management.

Competitive
 Administrative
 Program
 Logistics
 Support
 Officer candidates
 must
 have
 significant experience
 and
 success
 in
such
 areas
 as
 program
 management,
 program
 logistics
 and
 procurement
activities,
 program
 design,
 training
 and
 evaluation.
This
 position
 will
 be
 based in
 Nairobi,
 Kenya
 with
possible
 travel
 throughout
 East
 and
 Central
 Africa.
 The
 Administrative
 Program
 Logistics
 Support
candidate
will
be
responsible
for,
but
not
limited
to the
following
duties
and
deliverables:


Responsibilities
and
Deliverables:

• Provide
logistical
and
administrative
support
and
facilitation
for
OPH
and
RHH
retreats, technical team
meetings
or
internal
capacity building
exercises,
and
other
meetings
as
required.

• Provide
 support
 at
 meetings
 and
 public
 events,
 coordinate
 with
 implementing
 partners,
government
 counterparts,
 and
 other
 stakeholders
 for
 the
 purposes
 of
 planning,
 monitoring, evaluation,
or
program
promotion.

• Support
 the
 program
 objective
 of
 strengthening
 south‐to‐south
 learning
 and
 regional
collaboration.


• Prepare
 required
 reporting
 outputs
 and
 findings
 for
 coordination
 with
 program
 management
staff.

• Provide
assistance
and
support
to
assessments.
• Analyze
relevant
research,
reports,
evaluations
and
documents
as
necessary.

• Any
other
duties as
required.


Minimum
Qualifications:

• Senior
level
applicants
must
have
a
Master’s
Degree
in
a
relevant
field
(such
as
such
as
Health Policy,
Health
Systems
Management,
Public
Policy,
Public
Administration,
Business
Management
or
related
field)
and
at
least
10
years
of
related
experience.
• Junior
level
applicants
must
have
a
Bachelor’s
Degree
in
a
relevant
field
(such
as
such
as
Health
Policy,
Health
Systems
Management,
Public
Policy,
Public
Administration,
Business
Management
or
related
field)
and
at
least
4
years
of
related
experience.
• Demonstrated
experience
and
understanding
of
program
management
administration, 
logistics
and
support
issues.

• Excellent
communication
skills
in
written
and
spoken
English.


• Demonstrated
proficiency
in
Microsoft
Office
Suite,
especially
PowerPoint,
Word
and
MS
Excel.
• Demonstrated
understanding
of
the
impediments
to
health
within
the
African
context.


Atlantean
provides
global
 services
 focused
on
government
 solutions,
 security
 sector
capacity
building,
camp
operations
and
risk
management
in
austere
and
high‐risk
environments.

Atlantean
was
created
to
bring
together
the
resources
of
a
diverse
leadership
team
and
to
leverage
their
combined
experience
in
security,
intelligence,
diplomacy,
government
 relations,
law,
and
business. We
employ
individuals
with
specialized
backgrounds
and recruit
exceptional
local
talent
in
every
country
in
which
we
operate, 
fully
integrating
them
into
our
teams
so
our
clients
benefit
from
their
local
knowledge
and
experience.

Please
send
your
resume
to
africahr@atlanteanworldwide.com and
be
sure
to
put
FirstName
LastName
@Recruiting
 #Admin
 Support (ex: 
 John
 Doe
@Recruiting
 #Admin
 Support)
in
 the
 subject
 line
 of
 your
email.

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PROGRAMME OFFICER – JPLG

UNDP Somalia is looking for qualified and interested candidates for the positions below:-

Position: Programme Officer - JPLG (Somali Nationals Only) 

Type of Appointment  Service Contract

Level:  SB5/SC10

Duty Station:    Garowe, SOMALIA

Duration:         One year initial

Closing Date:   18th August 2013

Applications to be submitted on line at:           http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=39221

Position: Programme Officer – JPLG (Somali Nationals Only) 

Type of Appointment    Service Contract

Level:    SB5/SC10

Duty Station:      Hargeisa, SOMALIA

Duration:             One year initial

Closing Date:      18th August 2013

Applications to be submitted on line at: http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=39222

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications only.

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PROGRAMME SPECIALIST, AID EFFECTIVENESS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

UNDP Somalia is looking for qualified and interested candidates for the position below:

  

Position: Programme Specialist, Aid Effectiveness and Development Planning

Type of Appointment:   FTA-I

Level:    P-3

Duty Station:      Mogadishu, Somalia

Duration:             One year initial

Closing Date:      9 August 2013

Applications to be submitted on line at: http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=39209

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications only.

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GRANTS/DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya (HRTK) seeks a grants/development Officer to help develop its fundraising portfolio for both public and private donors. Under the supervision of the Country Director, the incumbent will perform the following functions:

Functions

Donor prospecting:

• Diversify and expand HRTK’s current funding sources by identifying new donor opportunities of strategic and technical interest to HRTK;
• Identify new mechanisms for cultivation and solicitation of individual, corporate, foundation or other donors, and cooperation with complementary efforts of HIAS HQ towards this same goal;

Proposal writing

• In coordination with HRTK and HIAS HQ, prioritize funding targets, and initiate, advance and oversee fundraising efforts including proposal writing and submission, solicitation of grants, corporation/ foundation funds, charity or other events;
• Create a reservoir of project proposals for future use.

Portfolio development

• Monitor donor strategies and funding opportunities, identifying ways in which HRTK can best contribute according to core competencies and technical staff
• Coordinate preparation of a matrix of potential donors and prepare an analysis of upcoming RFAs , RFP and unsolicited proposals
• Develop and manage donor database system and integrate with other agency operations.
• Steward a portfolio of prospects and donors at the $25,000 level and above,
• Overhaul HRTK proposal templates and standard language and maintain up-to-date capability statements.

Capacity building

• Together with HIAS HQ, HRTK Trustees and Country Director, develop and strengthen the HRTK board;
• Support and capacity build HRTK staff in resource mobilization including grant cycle management;

Reporting

• Follow up on report writing and liaison for current grants including U.S. State Department awards.
• Liaise with finance team and operations staff to ensure proper reporting on existing and incoming funds;
• Oversee composition and review of high-level funding proposals and reports.

Skills and competencies

• Ability to communicate clearly and impeccably;
• Exceptional knowledge of non-profit business development and resource generation;
• Proven ability to raise funds from government, regional and local institutions, conduct donor meetings, donor-field visits etc. ideally in an NGO setting;
• Excellent organizational, management and computer skills;
• Strong communication, strategic and leadership skills;
• High ethical standards, accuracy and a heart for the underprivileged
• Experienced in international relief and development
• Excellent writing, presentation and research skills, and superior attention to detail; Interest in and knowledge of international affairs or related fields;
• A high degree of initiative and demonstrated ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; and
• Ability to reach fundraising targets and motivate others to achieve targets

Education

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Master’s degree a plus

Experience

• 5-7 years professional experience including 3-5 years in fundraising, with a strong preference for major gifts experience and previous exposure to the private sector and/or corporate giving. 
• Knowledge of refugee sector a plus.

Languages

• Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of Swahili and/French an added advantage

How to apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume to recruitment@hiasafrica.org

Indicate Vacancy Notice No HRTK/KEN/GPO/05/13 in the subject line.

Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification. Closing date: The position will be filled on a rolling basis based on identification of a suitable candidate.

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SOMALI INTERPRETER / TRANSLATOR

Your tasks:

• Oral interpretation: from Somali to English, and English to Somali during confidential interviews with persons detained in prisons, ICRC institutional dissemination, message delivery and visits to families of detainees
• Written translation: translation of written Somali (newspaper articles, correspondence, etc.) into written
• English analysis and reporting: analysis of conditions of detention, security and other matters relating to the ICRC's mandate

Selection requirements

• Ideal age: 25 to 50
• Prepared to accept unaccompanied postings during the first 24 months of collaboration
• University education or 5 years of professional experience
• Excellent command of english, arabic and kiswahili an asset
• Familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet software driving licence (a licence for automatic-transmission vehicles only is not sufficient)

Your profile

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Open-minded and adaptable,
• Able to work in a team neat appearance,
• Good speaker,
• Well-developed writing and summarizing skills
• Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment

What we offer:

An opportunity to help the victims of conflict engrossing, rewarding work in unusual situations ample support in integrating into the new working environment

For reasons related to the institution's working procedure, in particular its principle of neutrality, ICRC personnel cannot be nationals or originate from the country where visits take place.

How to apply:

Visit this website to apply

http://www.icrc.org/eng/resources/documents/job/current-vacancies/fd-som-interp.htm

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COMMUNITY FACILITATORS

Title: Community Facilitators – Security Sector Reform, Kenya

Duration: 3 – 4 years

Deadline for Application: 13th August, 2013

About DAI

DAI works at the cutting edge of international development, combining technical excellence, professional project management, and exceptional customer service to solve our clients’ most complex problems. Since 1970, DAI has worked in 150 developing and transition countries, providing comprehensive development solutions in areas including security and justice reform, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS, avian influenza control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and host-country governments.

Objective of the project

DAI is anticipating a donor-funded Security Sector Reform programme in Kenya, focused on community policing and gender policing.

Scope of work

The Community Facilitators will be an integral part of the Programme team, working in close conjunction with the core team to provide a nuanced, culturally-sensitive understanding of the Kenyan context, facilitate introductions to relevant stakeholders at the county and community levels, and organise, conduct and report on field research and assessments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organise, carry out and report on research, assessments and consultants at a county and community level, as required
• Facilitate introductions and build strong working relationships with relevant local stakeholders, including attendance of forums and meetings
• Provide support to the organisation of programme meetings and workshops
• Undertake regular duty travel as necessary to monitor and supervise the work of pilots and partner organisations
• Assist in administrative and financial tasks, as required Perform such other duties as may be assigned

Experience:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in Kenya
• Knowledge of the security sector will be an added advantage
• Strong knowledge about community issues and political structures in Kenya
• Experience of working with women and girls and/ or gender mainstreaming
• Experience in capacity building of local communities including women and girls and proven experience in working with local community groups
• Capacity to work primarily through networking and capacity building activities with effective volunteer management
• Experience working on large, donor funded programmes would be an asset
• Track record in reporting and writing to donors
• Past experience in planning and carrying out research and assessments in Kenya

Required Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, local leaders, CSO’s, local groups, volunteers and external constituents
• Excellent event and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects in a fast paced, results oriented environment
• Excellent administrative and computer skills including proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) Ability to proactively identify and solve problems
• Strong skills in written and oral communication
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly motivated self-starter with demonstrated ability to support a team oriented environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times demonstrating use of discretion and sound judgment Willingness to work flexible hours and work independently as required
• Willing to travel to provinces periodically
• Strong organisation skills
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Excellent command of the English language

How to apply:

Click here to apply online.

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MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER - HIV PROGRAMS

Australian Red Cross

Support the roll-out of a Global Fund grant that enables life-saving HIV counselling, treatment and support services to be provided across Kenya. You will help develop a robust monitoring & evaluation system that demonstrates the impact of the grant and identifies ways to improve performance.

Kenya Red Cross Society is a principal recipient of a grant from the Global Fund for Aids, Tuberculosis and Malaria Fund. This grant will be used in 50 districts across Kenya to increase access to anti-retroviral therapy, expand HIV testing and counselling services, and provide nutritional support for malnourished adults and children.

Kenya Red Cross will need to disburse the grant funds to 50 sub-recipients, and is responsible for overall grant performance, monitoring and reporting.

An Australian Volunteer is being sought to help establish a monitoring and evaluation system that will demonstrate program performance and support improvements during the life of the grant cycle. The volunteer will also work with sub-recipient partners to enhance their monitoring & evaluation processes.

This is a volunteer assignment under the Australian Volunteers for International Development (AVID) program, an Australian Government, AusAID initiative. Airfares, living allowances, accommodation, insurance and other support is provided through the program.

How to apply:

To be eligible, applicants must be 18 years and over, Australian citizens or permanent residents, or New Zealand citizens with Special Category Visas.

Visit http://volunteering.redcross.org.au/vw/en/#/job/493310/monitoring-evaluation-officer-hiv-programs-int-volunteer for a role profile and to apply online. Applications close 11 August 2013.

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IT OFFICER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)

LOCATION: Nairobi (with frequent travels to Somalia)

SUPERVISOR: Operations Coordinator

Background

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

The IRC has been working in Somalia since 2006, providing essential services to conflict and disaster affected communities. The IRC has been operational in Central Somalia (Mudug and Galgaduud), Mogadishu and Puntland regions implementing interventions in the areas of livelihood, WASH, Governance, protection and primary health reaching out to more than 250,000 conflict and drought affected Somalis.

Scope of work

The IT Officer shall report directly to the Operations Coordinator, or any other senior position in the Somalia country program as designated by the Country Director. S/he will, however, will be accountable and responsible to the Regional IT staff in the region for all technical aspects of job performance. Within one month of hire the Operations Coordinator in coordination with the Regional IT staff based in the Regional Nairobi office, will develop annual objectives and an agreed upon work-plan with the IT Officer as the basis for subsequent performance monitoring.

The IT Officer is responsible for assisting and facilitating the installation, configuration, staff training and operations of IT activities in IRC overseas project offices. Fulfillment of these responsibilities requires extensive travel to and from project sites. Prominent working relationships are the Country director, Deputy Director Operations, Logistics Coordinator and the Director, Field Office Technology in the field, and IT colleagues in the New York Headquarters office.

Specific Responsibilities

The post holder will specifically carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

(1) Installation & Configuration of:

• Servers, desktop/laptop hardware and software, and peripherals.
• Local Area Network, wireless network, peer-to-peer or client server architecture, as appropriate.
• Windows 2000/2003 operating system, Domain and essential network services.

(2) Maintenance, Repair & Security:

• Perform preventative maintenance on all IRC computers and network resources.
• Create backup solutions for office/individual users and provide the necessary training on the use of these back-up solutions.
• Update appropriate network security procedures to safeguard system from physical harm, viruses, unauthorized users and damage to data.
• Create and maintain IRC computer software/hardware inventory ensuring accuracy.
• Create and maintain network file to include IP address, system access, email creation system etc.
• Diagnose hardware and software faults by questioning clients patiently about a problem and explaining the procedures to them.
• Working towards a successful resolution of the problems clients present.
• Investigate local Internet connectivity options to obtain adequate bandwidth for Intranet and application connectivity (via VPN and/or Citrix) with New York Headquarters.
• Advise the country office and New York accordingly.
• Monitor the utility and service of Internet and network systems in IRC Nairobi,
• Mogadishu, Garowe, Galkacyo and other field offices that could be established in the future; and ensure that all bills are paid. Also, ensure that any discrepancies or problems are identified to the Operations Coordinator and or the Operations Manager for quick address
• Work with the IT Intern in the office to ensure that all issues around IT are handle efficiently to meet the needs of the staff
• Travel to any of the Somalia field offices to render the required IT support in a short notice without problems

(3) Training, Evaluation, & Testing:

• Develop and implement user and support staff training, including training on basic care and maintenance of computers and equipment for users.
• Test and evaluate new technology.
• Advise site managers of the technology available to help accomplish their tasks and goals, and help them develop a technology implementation plan inclusive of system design and staff training.
• Prepare and submit trip reports that provide sufficient detail for HQ to understand the country office’s computer environment, needs, IT staff availability and skill levels and future plans.
• Build capacity to the IT field focal points for them to be handling minor issues and understand how to solve IT problems through phone or internet messages.
• Mentor and coach the IT Volunteer in the office on IT issues for the volunteer to be able to trouble shoot problems in your absence especially when in the field – Somalia field offices.

(4) Policies & Protocols:

• Develop plan for repair of dysfunctional laptops, desktop computers, photocopiers, printers, etc.
• Develop appropriate protocols for regular maintenance of all IRC computer related equipment.
• Work with the Logistics Officer to identify through tender process, as per standard IRC policies and procedures, local supply chain for IRC IT requirements for the IRC Somalia program
• Review the computer status per field site and recommend replacement in a timely manner
• as per the required standards of the IRC IT protocols

Qualifications

• College Degree in Computer Science or equivalent technical work experience.
• CCNE courses desired, MCSE or equivalent experience is required.
• PC Support experience, A+ Certification desired.
• At least five years experience in IT profession
• Outlook experience required, Exchange 2000 experience desired.
• Experience installing, configuring and managing both wired and wireless LAN, and firewalls.
• Computer imaging skills required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Deadline for applications: 9th August 2013

Sending applications: Interested candidates are requested to send their application and CV to the email Address: IRCSomaliaJobs@rescue.org with the subject line as IRC Somalia Jobs- Application for the position of IT Officer

International allowances are not available for this position.

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