TRAINING OFFICER

Employment Basis: Full time                           
Location: Nairobi

Closing date: 13-12-2012

Practical Solutions Training and Consulting Limited (PRASOL) is a specialized training and development consultancy firm that seeks to empower private sector, government and development practitioners to deliver desired results in their work through provision of effective training programs and support services for organizational development and training in various sectors.

PRASOL Training and Consulting Ltd, is seeking to fill the position of a Training Officer.

Job Description:

The Training officer will be based in Nairobi and will be responsible for the Training Department activities in the organization.

The training officer will report to the Managing Director and will fulfill the following duties:

Training Work:

Work with the Managing Director and PRASOL staff to develop programmes and materials and ensure that the Training Department activities of PRASOL are efficiently managed:

1. To develop training plans and materials
2. To facilitate specific trainings as required
3. Review all training plans for future trainings
4. Take lead in searching/ sourcing for training assignments from different sources and clients
5. Prepare training reports and all relevant documentation
6. Prepare bids/ Expression of Interests ( EOIs) under training scope
7. Provide backstopping support to Trainers before, during and after training
8. Take charge of short term training assignments  such reports, proposals etc as may be assigned
9. Create and manage all information databases regarding training: clients, consultants, trainers, training facilities and logistics
10. Ensure quality delivery of all Prasol Training services. 

Marketing:

1. Develop general market plans and targets of PRASOL training services
2. Prepare training marketing materials- adverts, posters and web ads, newsletters, power point presentations etc for PRASOL programs
3. Market PRASOL training services through various media (internet, newspaper ads, billboards, networks etc) and face to face presentations.
4. Monitor PRASOL training marketing plans and propose innovative alternatives.

Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences/ Community Development/Project Management or related field.
• Ability to conduct and facilitate trainings in Project Cycle Management, Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation, Results Based Management, Report Writing, Proposal Writing, Strategic Planning, etc.
• At-least 2 years experience in Training/ development and management field preferably in the non-profit setup.
• Strong analytical, planning, organizational skills.
• Must be a self-motivated and reliable person who can work with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in basic computer packages

• Good communication/presentation and interpersonal skills
• Excellent proposal and report writing skills
• Fluency in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to work well in a team.

Applications:

Applications should include a cover letter indicating interest and an up-to date resume including daytime telephone number and email address.    

All applications should be addressed to: The Managing Director at vacancies@prasolconsult.org by December 13^th 2012.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Visit our website http://www.prasolconsult.org

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SENIOR OFFICER, PLANNING AND ACCOUNTABILITY- IFRC

Background

The International Federation secretariat coordinates and supports the collective efforts of the International Federation membership to better address the increasing number of humanitarian challenges in the world.  A key component of this is effective planning and reporting, that informs partners and the wider world of the scope and impact of the RC/RC Movement’s work, and promotes learning and advocacy in the interests of vulnerable communities and the NS that support them. 

Duties to all staff

1.       Actively work towards the achievement of the Secretariat’s goals.

2.       Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross/Red Crescent principles.

3.       Perform any other work related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager.

Purpose:

To support National Societies in the East Africa region and the regional representation in ensuring that the elements of programme quality are considered, prioritized and resourced in programme set up, development and learning processes and systems in terms of appeals and reports by:   

• Supporting national societies and regional programme staff in programme planning to ensure that elements needed for accurate reporting are well in place with particular focus on monitoring of progress and reporting on impact. 
• Finalizing narrative appeals and compiling narrative reports as a major contribution to the mobilization of funds for the Federation programmes. 
• To support and faciliate greater emphasis on outcomes, impact and learning in programme reports thereby increasing the relevance of reports to donors and the wider humanitarian community.
• Promote and ensure donor compliance in reporting

Specific duties and responsibilities

Working with the line manager to:

• Support programme management in developing and reviewing country and regional strategies, thematic plans and annual operational plan development.
• Support programme management with analysis of the key challenges in quality programming and consistency with established standards. A key focus of the role is ensuring that critical cross-cutting issues (alignment with Millennium Development Goals and Hyogo Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction; quality, accountability and learned, partnerships and civil society engagement; Red Cross/Red Crescent collaboration; promoting gender equity and diversity; risk identification and management)
• Facilitate inter-sectoral planning and integration of common strategies into programme planning processes, and harmonization of various internal planning processes.
• Compile accurate, regular, timely and consistent narrative appeals and reports in standard formats for the Federation and for donors; compile other reports and information materials as required both within and outside the Red Cross Movement.
• Support the documentation processes for the best practices and lessons learnt based on programme approaches pertinent to the implementation of relief and development interventions.
• Work with national societies and provide technical support in setting up and operationalizing appropriate internal and external planning and reporting systems.
• Ensure that delegates and staff submit regular, timely and accurate narrative reports, including coordinating and providing appropriate training and capacity building of all staff and delegates to fulfil their responsibility for reporting, and to ensure high quality products.
• Actively contribute during project planning meetings with all programmes (regional, bilateral) to ensure that reporting on activities will be impact-based and result-oriented, and reflect detailed log frames and budgets of each programme.
• Provide coordinated planning and reporting-related training for National Society staff and Federation regional staff, and through them when required, for the various networks and working groups they support (RC-NET, etc.)
• As a member of the Regional Disaster Response Task Force, ensure proper planning and input of all reporting aspects during the preparation of Emergency Appeals in close consultation with the Disaster Management department (number and timing of operations updates, inclusion of reporting support in the appeal budget etc).
• Contribute to strengthening the Zones’s internal system of accessing appeals and reports from the region in a regional electronic data base in liaison with the IT department and the Regional Reporting Unit.
• Coordinate all planning and reporting issues with the Zone Reporting Unit and the Regional Finance Unit for better harmonization of the system in the field.
• Improve the use of statistics, maps, photos, etc. in reports and develop a specific filing/database system for easy retrieving of materials by interested parties.

Required Qualifications

• Strong background in report-writing and product delivery to tight deadlines.
• Ability to write, edit and analyse complex reports
• Sound background of social research methodologies, including a highly developed analytical and communication skills and ability to assimilate and process information for wide-ranging audiences
• Excellent computer skills. (e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat). Ability to perform page-layout, incorporating text, photos and other graphic elements for a printed page.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Sound understanding of basic project finance (e.g. ability to explain variance between budgeted and actual expenditure).
• Knowledge and commitment to Red Cross Red Crescent Fundamental Principles, and ability to model those Principles in relationships with colleagues and partners and translate them to development practice
• Basic understanding of legal framework of humanitarian operations, as well as gender, protection, social or human vulnerability issues
• Excellent inter-personal skills and cultural sensitivity.

Education:

• University degree in social sciences or related field
• Further training in communications/journalism or related area.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in written communication for an international enterprise.

• Strong interest in humanitarian and development work.

• Minimum 1-year experience working in organisational monitoring and evaluation.

• Knowledge of IFRC and National Society operating environment.

Skills/Knowledge:

Submission of applications:

Applications should be submitted by email to hr.eastafrica@ifrc.org; to be received not later than December 14^th 2012.

Kindly note that due to large volumes of applications received:

1. Only e-mail applications will be accepted

2. Received applications will be short-listed on an on-gong basis

3. Due to large volumes of applications only short listed candidates will be contacted

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JUNIOR DATA SYSTEMS ANALYST

Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and the direct supervision of the Data Systems and Information Manager will provide support in the implementation of the field programme at the country office level and will support the FSNAU Data systems team in software and hardware. In particular to:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Management of the FSNAU external mailing list, ensuring it is updated all the time
• Managing @fsnau emails and tracking the emails sent after release of publications
• Assist in developing e-forms for data entry
• Reactivating the Field Information Communication System (FICS) for Somalia-based travel and security; and ensure it is working at all times
• Maintain the FSNAU inventory and making regular updates
• Liaising with other teams, clean and maintain the network drive, ensuring there is space for new files
• Report to the FAO Somali Admin team on new equipment acquisition and maintain the ADM41 form for reporting to HQ
• Maintain the printer cartridges inventory and ensure that enough stock is retained by appropriately informing the Operations office
• Maintain FSNAU Information Management Systems including the integrated database system in collaboration with the database programmers
• Work closely with the ICT Officer tom ensure there is constant IT support including web mail, management of the mailing list and encouraging proper use of the e-mail system by staff and permissions

Minimum requirements:
• Higher National Diploma in Information Technology or Diploma in Information Technology and
equivalent IT experience and Training
• At least 2 years experience
• Competency in computer use including word processing; spreadsheet and web-based technologies
• Knowledge in programming
• Previous experience in developing e-forms
• Ability to work swiftly and efficiently with all staff members with complete neutrality
• Able to work in a multicultural environment
• Ability to learn and apply new skills
• Self-motivated, able to work under minimum supervision and manage own time
• Creative and solution-base thinker
• Honest, reliable and responsive to the needs of system users

Selection Criteria
Relevance and level of academic qualifications;
Extent of experience in programme/project management/implementation and administration;
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing;
Ability to identify and resolve problems expeditiously and pragmatically;
Tact, initiative and sound judgement;
Knowledge of and/or experience with the UN system;

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FIELD MONITORS (10 POSITIONS)

Position:  Field Monitors (10 positions)
Organization: Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO- UN)

Deadline for Application:21st August, 2012

Job Description: Under the overall supervision of the Emergency and Programming Coordinator, and in liaison with the relevant technical and Monitoring and Evaluation units of FAO Somalia, the Field Monitor will monitor implementation at field level. The Field Monitor will not be involved in any way in the selection of beneficiaries, intervention sites or resource mobilization. The Field Monitor’s activities will be limited to recording progress and constraints.

Requirements

1. Diploma in related fied

2. Three years experience in a field monitoring role

For more details on this role, follow the following link:
https://docs.google.com/open?id=1dFYLmM5FUwIRBrIq9CrKyLklVtsqqkUeIVjS9J4V6lwI1_YrFCRIsMnTZ42K

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CALL CENTRE OPERATOR (1 POSITION)

Organization: Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO- UN)

Role: Call Centre Operator

Deadline for Application:21st August, 2012

Job Description: Under the overall supervision of the FAO Somalia O-I-C and of the Emergency Coordinator and the Programme Coordinator, and the direct supervision of the Information Management Unit Officer, the Call Centre Operator will contribute to efforts that monitor projects outputs against work plan and targets, including those of the Service Providers for the overall FAO Somalia Programmes.

Requirements

1. Diploma in related fied

2. Two years experience in a similar role

For more details on this position, click the following link:

https://docs.google.com/open?id=1nnwilpursQ9DdPhHAmphRl1D8iTB2r7v0M2Vks0deq2pudw2kf0WEbBpS321

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