NGO KENYA JOBS Deadline 22/08/14 10 POSITIONS- RTI International Early Childhood Development (ECD) Program Jobs in Kenya RTI International is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as a centerpiece of the Research Triangle Park. RTI’s International Education Division is supporting education development around the world by strengthening education policy, management and practice in order to achieve measurable improvement in teaching and learning. RTI is currently seeking multiple staff for an Early Childhood Development (ECD) Program. This is a four year education programme focused on improving the quality of ECD outcomes, systems and instruction through the development of early reading, mathematics, psychosocial and health skills and concepts The project will consist of a main office in Nairobi and two County offices, potentially in Kisumu and Machakos, that will be charged with implementing interventions at the County level. FINANCE MANAGER- The Finance Manager will be responsible for leading the financial management and reporting system for the program and support the achievement of the program goals in a manner that is consistent with financial management principles. S/he will be responsible for maximizing the strategic use of accounting systems and maintain functions such as general accounting, financial tasks, and accounting records. Qualifications: A Master’s degree with 9 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance or a related discipline with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience, developing and ensuring implementation of financial policies and procedures. A minimum of 5 years of experience in managing teams is required. Sector related experience desired. Previous accounting experience, preferably on a donor funded program required. SENIOR ACCOUNTANT- The Senior Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting functions of the ECD program in a manner that supports the efficient management of financial transactions and reporting. This function will be executed by ensuring proper documentation, accuracy and timely reporting, follow up on advances, support to finance and non-finance personnel to ensure adherence to policies. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance or a related discipline with at least 6 years of relevant sector experience; a master’s degree is a plus. Previous accounting experience, preferably on a donor funded program. Knowledge of institutional accounting and budgeting practice is required. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER- The Human Resources Manager will effectively manage the overall provision of Human Resources services, policies and programs, to ensure donor compliance and proper employment practices. She / he will ensure all Human Resources Systems support the achievement of the project. She / he will lead HR programs of recruitment, performance management, HR administration, development and implementation of HR policies. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related discipline with at least 6 years of relevant sector experience; a master’s degree is a plus. Thorough knowledge of Kenya labor laws required. Excellent interpersonal skills, proven record in negotiating diplomatically and the ability to manage multiple priorities and demanding timeframes. COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST- The Communications Specialist will support raising awareness of the programs work and advise program staff on communication issues including; approaches, consistency of language use, content of publications and press releases. She/ He will undertake the generation of messages for public consumption through program success stories talking points for national and international events, press releases, reports, fact sheets, newsletters, PowerPoint presentations, and others. Qualifications: Master’s degree in Communication or a related discipline with three years of relevant sector experience. Fully competent in information systems, particularly in publication software. Experience working on a donor funded project pertaining to Education. PROGRMA ASSISTANT- The Program Assistant is responsible for supporting the smooth operation of technical efforts and field activities by providing administrative, operational, and logistical support for technical activities of the project through the Office of the Chief of Party. She / he works closely with Chief of Party and the project Senior Leadership Team to support the day-to-day operations and administrative management of the technical project activities. She / he will ensure that that tasks are carried through to completion and that information is disseminated to both internal and external stakeholders accordingly. She / he coordinates all communication with and support to the project by working closely with Finance, Administration, Operations, Programs as required by the Chief of Party. Additionally, she / he is knowledgeable about the technical project result areas, work plan implementation, and scheduled technical reporting through regular interaction with the technical team as required by the Chief of Party Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/ Management with a sound knowledge of project or office management and experience in documentation. At least five years’ experience in providing administrative support to project leadership on a donor-funded program. THE ECD OFFICER- The ECD Officer will oversee the technical operations of the field office, supporting particular county offices. The ECD officer is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of technical efforts in the field by coordinating programmatic information and providing support to facilitate the implementation of activities. This is a field based position whose actual location will be determined. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences with at least 8 years of experience in the management and coordination of development programs in the education sector; ideally in ECD, health/nutrition or related field. Experience in planning and coordinating project and field program work. Experience with donor program management policies, procedures and reporting requirements. THE MONITORING AND EVALUATION DIRECTOR- The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Director will ensure the establishment and implementation an effective and efficient system to monitor progress, impacts, and successes of project activities and performance at all levels, and across the three counties. The position will be based in Nairobi. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s Degree is preferred); At least 12 years of experience in design, monitoring, evaluation, and knowledge management for governance or related sector projects. Demonstrated experience and familiarity with behavioral surveillance surveys, research methodologies, qualitative and quantitative research methods, data analysis, sampling techniques and establishing M&E systems in developing countries; Experience developing and administering assessments and other tools in early grade reading, early childhood development, school readiness, health/nutrition a plus. THE MONITORING AND EVALUATION ASSITANT- The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Assistant will works closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation Director and is responsible for supporting M&E initiatives for the program. She / he will; ensure accurate and valid data management, undertake data entry, and ensure that essential and ongoing M&E data is properly accounted for. The M&E Assistant will also oversee special studies, contribute to study reports, and to regular reporting. She / he will provide direct assistance to build clients’ capabilities in M&E and act as a trainer of other technical assistance providers as needed. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in Statistics or a related field with at least three years of experience in monitoring & evaluation. Experience in M&E capacity building for individuals and organizations required. Previous M&E experience in a donor funded program desired. Proficiency in evaluation design and development of indicators; designing and conducting small-scale operations research studies; and good working knowledge of descriptive and inferential statistics required. THE MONITORING AND EVALUTION OFFICER- The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer will works closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation Director and is responsible for supporting M&E initiatives for the program. She/ He will develop in coordination with the Director the project’s M&E plan and systems. She / He will submit data for Client portfolio review. The M&E Officer will also oversee special studies and be responsible for project and study reports. S/he will provide direct assistance to build clients’ capabilities in M&E and act as a trainer of other technical assistance providers as needed. This is a field based position whose position will be determined. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in Statistics or a related field with at least eight years of experience in monitoring & evaluation. Experience in M&E capacity building for individuals and organizations required. Previous M&E experience on a donor funded program desired. Proficiency in evaluation design and development of indicators; designing and conducting small-scale operations research studies; and good working knowledge of descriptive and inferential statistics required. Previous supervisory experience required. EDUCATION ASSISTANT- The Education Assistant will provide support to technical activities such as; materials development, classroom observation, organization of technical workshops, training of data collectors, coaches, and teachers. These include working with RTI technical staff to help implement instructional approaches to be used in the ECD project. The Education Assistant will also provide support for TAC tutors and instructional coaches working to implement revised lesson plans as well as assist with activities related to conducting research studies. The Education Assistant will assist the work of the ECD Specialists. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Education with at least three years of experience working in education sector; Experience with data collection and research studies, especially reading and math related; Experience supervising and training data collectors; Knowledge of Kiswahili and English instruction in Kenya. RESEARCH ASSISTANT- The Research Assistant will provide support to technical activities such as materials development, organization of technical workshops and training of data collectors, coaches, and teachers. These include working with RTI technical staff to help implement instructional approaches to be used on the project. The Research Assistant will also provide support for TAC tutors and instructional coaches working to implement revised lesson plans as well as assist with activities related to conducting research studies. This is a field based position whose actual location will be determined. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Education with at least three years of experience working in education sector; Experience with data collection and research studies, especially reading and math related; Experience supervising and training data collectors; Knowledge of Kiswahili and English instruction in Kenya. To Apply; please email cover letter and CV to [email protected] by August 22, 2014. Applicants must include the POSITION TITLE in the subject line of their email. Please do not attach copies of certificates. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted Position: Regional Coordinator – Refugee Affairs (RC-RA Handicap International Refugee Affairs Regional Coordinator Job in Nairobi Kenya) Responsible to: Programme Director (PD) Location: Nairobi with frequent visits to Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps Closing Date: 27th August, 2014 The Organization: Handicap International (HI) is an INGO specialising in the field of disability and development. A strong emphasis is placed on empowering people with disabilities through their integration into mainstream development activities and the provision of appropriate health and rehabilitation services to ensure equal opportunities for all. The Position: The RC –RA is responsible for ensuring implementation of operational long term activities of HI in Dadaab’s and Kakuma’s refugee camps. He/she coordinates the different components of the operational long-term response (facilitation and coordination of disability mainstreaming, rehabilitation services) and is therefore responsible for the projects implementation and follow-up as well as internal and external coordination. He/she is responsible for development projects and their different components, coordinating and supervising the different field teams and ensuring the qualitative and quantitative follow-up and management of the different activities. He/she is responsible for the technical quality of the projects. Responsibilities: 1. Project management and activities implementation Supervise and monitor the overall development projects Ensure operational coordination between the different components of the projects Ensure that the operational response is always respectful to HI’s mandate, values and internal rules; Ensure smooth coordination between HI and the hosting agency 2. Technical support Ensure the overall technical quality of the project Ensure representation of HI 3. Team management and coordination Ensure proper management of the team Ensure capacity building of the teams for their own improvement as for the ones of the different activities’ quality Ensure good internal and external coordination 4. Reporting Support the teams to produce regular reports, study cases on activities Guarantee intermediate and final donor reporting in respect of the deadlines in close collaboration with the Nairobi based Coordinator of Operations. 5. Administration and logistics Ensuring coordination between your teams and the support teams (HR, finance, logistics) for the needs of the activities or of your teams In charge of all project’s activities expenses. 6. Fundraising and development of projects for Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps Lead the process of concept note and proposal development In coordination with the PD, be in charge of the fundraising activities for Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps and maintain positive and regular relation with donors. Regular donor visits Profile Sought Education Preferably a University degree in Social / Psychosocial / Public health / Rehabilitation would be an asset. Social worker, Humanitarian Emergency or Development studies degree or similar will be an asset Knowledge and/or experiences related to Protection issues, Vulnerabilities, Disability and Emergency, Psychosocial support Experience At least 4 years as a Project Manager ideally in an unsecure context with an experience on projects related to protection, provision of social services, and rehabilitation/disability related projects. Strong experience of management (intercultural and multidisciplinary teams) Experience of semi-remote control management and in difficult security context would be an asset Preferably experience in INGOs or other organizations working with vulnerable populations, displaced population and/or refugees, or people with disabilities. Experience in developing and implementing trainings Competences Good organizational skills / capacity to prioritize, strong and proven management skills, ability to live in difficult conditions ,analytical and problem solving skills Good communication and listening skills, capacity to negotiate and resolve conflicts, conciliating, training skills, pro-active work style and proven stress coping skills and ability to take initiative Attributes Dynamism, high level of motivation, interest for field work as well as for interagency meetings, capacity to work under pressure and in humanitarian crisis situations, capacity to keep professional distance with the beneficiaries Good capacity to interact with variety of local stakeholders (teams members, host communities, refugees, etc…) , capacity to work in an multidisciplinary and multicultural team If you feel you are the right candidate for this position, kindly send your application along with an up-to-date CV(including 3 referees with their current official contacts) by email to :- [email protected] The email subject line should be marked: “Application for RC-RA position” Only short listed candidates with the above qualifications and skills will be contacted. Handicap International is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply Education Officer LWF Education Officer Job in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Kenya Lutheran World Federation / Department for World Service Kenya - Djibouti Programme (LWF) is seeking to recruit a suitable candidate for the following position, to be based in Dadaab Refugee Camp. He/She will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing operational plans in the Education Department. He/she will work hand in hand with the other Education Officers to improve the proper operations and management of the Education Sector. The incumbent will report directly to the Senior Education Officer or his/her designate, while working closely on a daily basis in collaboration with Education staff and other sectors of LWF. Duties and responsibilities will include:- Setting short and medium term Education program plans and budgets in liaison with the SEO and other Education Officers; and plans and monitors performance against those plans. Assisting with planning and design of primary education activities and measures of achievement and collecting data for LWF/DWS Education performance monitoring plan, especially with regard to education indicators. Overall in charge of school supplies (teaching and learning materials which includes: Making requisitions on quarterly basis of the required school materials and equipment, Distribution of the same to all schools in good time for appropriate utilization, Ensuring regular communication and interaction between the Education Sector Management staff and teachers, and the school management committees, Refugee Education committees, District Education Office, and other development partners and agencies. Continuing to investigate gender imbalances in education service provision in the schools, and designing and implementing initiatives aimed at increasing enrolment and improving retention and performance of girls in the schools. Monitoring progress and impact of the primary education unit through regular school visits. Reviewing annual work plans and activity plans of the unit for comprehensiveness, clarity and adherence to LWF/DWS Somali Refugee Assistant Project-Dadaab goals and objectives. Working with teachers and others to ensure the meaningful participation of learners in all aspects of the unit. Overseeing data collection and analysis in order to facilitate accurate and prompt provision of qualitative and quantitative information that will inform management on administrative and policy decision making. Arranging the sharing of ideas between teachers and schools and coordinating the work of head teachers, school management committees and school inspectors in the camp. Participate in all educational and other activities including midterm reviews organized by the LWF and other CPs like WFP and UNHCR Professional Qualification: A degree in education is the preferred qualification. A social science degree in a related discipline would also be considered. Proven training in curriculum development and implementation, and educational administration. Proven academic or on-job training and understanding of the Project Cycle model in managing humanitarian assistance. Relevant Experience: 3 years of progressive experience in primary education programs for refugees or rural communities. Experience gained within an international humanitarian NGO will be an added advantage. Strong analytical, administration and documentation skills in the management of educational institutions or programs consisting of primary education. Experience in proposal and report writing and excellent computer skills. Experience in Training of Trainers/Facilitators skills (TOT & TOF) an advantage. How to Apply LWF is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. LWF is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries. Please email your application letter and attach updated CV with contact emails and phone numbers of 3 professional referees, preferably your current or immediate former employer addressed to; The Human Resources Officer, Lutheran World Federation Kenya-Djibouti, P.O Box 48, Dadaab or Email to: Lwf.nbi.kenya@gmail Closing date: 22nd August 2014 Community Service and Development Officer LWF Community Service and Development Officer Job in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Kenya Lutheran World Federation / Department for World Service Kenya - Djibouti Programme (LWF) is seeking to recruit a suitable candidate for the following position, to be based in Dadaab Refugee Camp. He/She will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing operational plansin the Community Service Department, while working hand in hand with the other Sector Heads to improve proper operations and management of the Community Service Sector. The incumbent will report directly to the Project Coordinator. Duties and responsibilities shall entail but not limited to: Responsible for development of unit specific concept notes, project proposals and budgets. Provide technical support to your supervisees in project planning, implementation and M&E of the sector activities Support Programme that benefit the community and in line with the vision and mission of the Organization Coordinate needs assessment in units within the sector Support in training and building capacity of Community Service Staff. Responsible for direct supervision and management to all staff within the community service sector Responsible for Community Service Staff appraisal Responsible for all other forms of sector specific documentations which include regular Human interest stories, success stories, best practices Responsible for drafting of sector specific consultancy ToRs/MoUs. Further responsible for spearheading dissemination processes and workshops that touch on community service sector Professional Qualification: A degree in social science, project management, community Development from a reputable institution or a related discipline would be considered. Working knowledge and experience of humanitarian principles, SPHERE and UNHCR standards and field security protocols and procedures Excellent computer skills in word processing, database management, spreadsheets, use of internet and email. Proven academic and/or on-job training on ‘Project Cycle Management”. Relevant Experience: At least 3 years of progressive experience gained within an international humanitarian NGO will be an added advantage. Previous interaction with Persons Living with Disabilities (PWD’s) will be an advantage. Experience and skills in developing proposals, concept papers and reports writing. Ability to manage a team and relate well with the host community. Experience in conducting trainings, facilitation and capacity building of staff How to Apply LWF is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. LWF is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries. Please email your application letter and attach updated CV with contact emails and phone numbers of 3 professional referees, preferably your current or immediate former employer addressed to; The Human Resources Officer, Lutheran World Federation Kenya-Djibouti, P.O Box 48, Dadaab or Email to: Lwf.nbi.kenya@gmail Closing date: 22nd August 2014
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