Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg are non-governmental aid agencies and members of Caritas Internationalis. Caritas works worldwide and adheres to international humanitarian principles (NGO Code of Conduct). Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg act in the frame of an MoU as a consortium in the Eastern Africa and the Horn of Africa. They operate a joint Office in Nairobi; have Country Offices in Somaliland (Hargeisa) and South Sudan (Torit) and a Representative in Ethiopia (Addis Ababa).Position: Water Engineer Consultant - SomalilandReporting to: Head of Department of Livelihoods and Community Based InfrastructureLocation: Hargeisa, SomalilandCaritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg are non-governmental aid agencies and members of Caritas Internationalis. Caritas works worldwide and adheres to international humanitarian principles (NGO Code of Conduct). Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg act in the frame of an MoU as a consortium in the Eastern Africa and the Horn of Africa. They operate a joint Office in Nairobi; have Country Offices in Somaliland (Hargeisa) and South Sudan (Torit) and a Representative in Ethiopia (Addis Ababa).The Somaliland Programme mainly focuses on Water, Hygiene and Sanitation, Schools construction, Non-Formal Education activities and human rights. Currently an EU Water Facility project targeting rural and peri-urban communities is being implemented. The project activities are aimed at increasing access to safe water; improving sanitation and hygiene practices, improving infrastructure in schools, building capacities of local partners, LNGO, and beneficiaries to maintain and sustain the developed WASH facilities.In an effort to improve interventions quality of the WASH Program Caritas is looking for short term Water Engineer Consultant experienced in planning, managing and monitoring of WASH programs and infrastructure construction, boreholes drilling and rehabilitations, skilled in designs and technical interpretations, ensuring quality outputs and standard adherences. In Monitoring he/she must have the skill to advice where necessary to ensure the implementation is line with project objectives, with proper exit strategy and geared towards sustained service delivery.Outputs of the Technical ConsultantUnder the overall coordination of the Head of Department of Livelihoods and Community Based Infrastructure (HOD), and the working directly with the WASH and construction team, the Water Engineer Consultant will be responsible for the following:
Planning and coordinating all WASH technical activities in the program including Boreholes drilling, development and rehabilitationsAssessment of new WASH facilities sites, recommend on the interventions required supervise technical designs, BOQs, tendering and contracts qualificationsEnsure quality standards of the outputs particularly in construction, boreholes drillings and rehabilitationsTake lead in developing sustainable systems at beneficiaries level, build capacities of local people to understand, and support the developed WASH facilities for continued service deliveryKey Tasks and ResponsibilitiesPlan, coordinate and implement the EU Water Facility Project technical activitiesLead, guide, coach and mentor the Caritas EU Water Facility Project technical staff particularly in Water facilities construction and Borehole drillingProvide management and monitoring support to WASH activities, provide advice on quality outputs and recommend changes where necessary.Together with the HOD, Ministry of Water Resources and the Drilling specialist provide technical expertise on 2 boreholes drilling in Sool Region taking into considerations of all technical aspects in borehole drillingDevelop bi weekly comprehensive field trip programme by; coordinating, supervising the field trip plans of different staff members in the department.Lead in the development of construction designs using auto CAD programme and ensure that they follow Caritas set guidelines and standards.Carry out final check on prepared BOQs from the technical drawings on WASH facilities (Boreholes, Shallow wells concrete and Masonry, balleys, water tanks, rain water harvesting systems, households and institutional latrines) ensure all quantities are included and unit rates are per the market prices .In collaboration with other project staff , develop project monitoring tools and annual, quarterly and monthly project work plans in line with project objectives an proposed activitiesPrepare monthly reports of WASH technical unit and submit to HoD.Ensure all constructions comply with technical specifications, quality and to the standards, check and certify all stages in constructions before payments preparations.Take lead in new project assessments, Identify and recommend suitable sites to support construction, boreholes drilling, rehabilitations and up grading of WASH facilities.Support in community mobilization, involvement of the beneficiaries in decision making and sensitization and ownership creation, linking the activities with the line Ministry, local authorities, municipalities, partners and other community based stakeholders.Establish and build community based systems for sustainability of established WASH facilitiesEnsure that MOUs are prepared between Caritas and beneficiaries (communities) with clear roles and responsibilities of all parties before the project work commences.Provide support in facilitation of various capacity building trainings, provide overall managements support in all training and strengthening community structures for sustained WASH facilities after the project completion and hand overSupervise preparations of tender documents, take part in tender evaluation and analysis and provide in depth orientation of contractors on WASH infrastructure development activities, and contractors’ compliance with contractual agreement, including timely completion of contracted activities.Ensure close supervision of contracted activities focusing on quality and taking appropriate action when standards of construction set by Caritas are infringed or being compromised.Monitor materials used in construction works to ensure that they are of the required standard and quality and used efficiently for the contracted worksMonitor physical conditions, operations and maintenance of WASH facilities focusing on ensuring sustained service delivery to the required standards.
Qualification and Experience required
Degree in Civil Engineering and, Water Engineering or Hydrogeology or related fieldAt least five years’ experience in Management, planning and designing of Water & Sanitation facilities and construction works including boreholes drilling and developmentExperience in working under humanitarian and development context particularly in post conflict countriesPrevious international NGO experience a requirement.Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; knowledge of Somali context will be added advantageMust be computer literate, with knowledge of MS Windows, Word and Excel.

Excellent communication skills particularly with partners, stakeholder and beneficiariesAbility to present and explain clearly difficult positions to external partners, stakeholders, senior officials, to persuade people with varying points of view, and to present information in a concise and xaccurate manner

Excellent interpersonal and proven negotiating skills; Ability to establish and maintain trust and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity

Proven ability to provide effective leadership and transfer advice and knowledge to external partners, stakeholders, senior government officials and staff at all levels;Proven ability to plan and organise the work in an organisation and provide advice and guidance to others;Proven record of building and managing teams and creating an enabling environment, including ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff
Consultancy: 3 Months with possibility of extension, starting as soon as possibleIf you fit the required profile, send us an updated Curriculum Vitae with details of your qualifications indicating earliest date of availability, telephone contacts and names of three referees-one which shall be of the most recent assignment. In a cover letter tell us how your qualifications and experience match the requirements of this consultancy.Send your application by Wednesday 10th April 2013 to jobs.nairobi@caritas.ch indicating “Water Engineer Consultancy – Somaliland” in the subject line. Due to the urgent need of the consultancy, applications will be reviewed on daily basis and recruitment may take place before closing date.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Organisation: Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg are non-governmental aid agencies and members of Caritas Internationalis. Caritas works worldwide and adheres to international humanitarian principles (NGO code of conduct). Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg act in the frame of a MoU as a consortium in the Eastern Africa and the Horn of Africa. They operate a joint Liaison Office in Nairobi, have Country Offices in Somaliland (Hargeisa) and South Sudan (Torit) and a Representative in Ethiopia (Addis Ababa).
 Reporting to: Humanitarian Delegate
Location: Marsabit town, Marsabit County, Kenya
 The WASH Engineer is responsible for the overall success of the Drought Recovery Project in Marsabit and ensures it is completed in adherence to the set quality standards, within budget and in time. The position will serve as accompaniment to Caritas Switzerland’s partner Caritas Marsabit. Assist Caritas Marsabit in all technical aspects of the project. These include but are not limited to the preparation of design drawings, bills of quantities and tender documents.Assist Caritas Marsabit in assessing and approving all plans and designs.Together with Caritas Marsabit, supervise the implementation of all water and sanitation activities at all stages of the project to ensure quality control (materials and workmanship) and the effective use of resources.Accompany Caritas Marsabit at field visits.Document and report extensively on all technical components.Essential requirements & qualifications
National applicants are expected to have the following qualifications, experiences and abilities:University degree in Civil Engineering or Water Engineering with at least 5 years professional work experience with a non-governmental organisation, including fieldwork experience preferably in Kenya’s Arid and Semi-Arid Lands or aDiploma in Civil Engineering or Water Engineering with a minimum of 7 years proven experience in working in either relief or development with a non-governmental organisation.Experience in needs assessments and surveys.Good understanding of SPHERE and other international standards.Knowledge on soft components of WASH including KAP surveys and hygiene education methodologies.Strong analytical capacity – working and thinking on an academic level.Former working in project partnerships is an advantage.Flexibility, good interpersonal and networking skills.Ability to work in multi-cultural environment and with sensitivity to cultural values.Willingness to work extensively in remote areas.Motivated and committed as well as being able to efficiently communicate and fit into a working team.The knowledge of Kiswahili is mandatory, local language skills are highly desirable.
Qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.
If you feel you fit the required profile, please let us know how your qualifications, experience and career ambitions match the requirements of this position. Send your application latest by Sunday 23rd September, 2012 to jobs.nairobi@caritas.ch indicating ‘WASH Engineer’ on the subject line.
Please provide a Curriculum Vitae (CV) that contains details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, earliest date of availability, names and telephone contacts of three referees.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ORGANISATION
Caritas Nairobi is the department of the Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) in-charge of the apostolate for human development. The organisation is seeking a Microfinance Coordinator to join their team.
Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: Nairobi
Date of Joining: July
Reporting to: Director

POSITION SUMMARY
The organization is currently seeking to appoint an Accounts Assistant to manage its financial operations.
Duties/Assignments:
The Finance Officer will:
• Oversee the financial operations of the organization and ensure timely and accurate financial reports and practices including cash management, payroll, financial disbursements, ledgers etc.
• Responsible for entering financial information and maintaining all financial records for projects and for the organization.
• Preparing and maintaining donor agreements and staff contracts.
• Manage financial control, prepare and analyze budgets, develop financial reports, and make recommendations to the organization on budget expenditures.
• Obtain approvals from the Director on all procurements and purchases for the projects and for the organization.
• Monitor the expenditures to ensure that program funds are utilized appropriately by the close of the fiscal year.
• Provide orientation and training to the organization staff on cost-effective management.
• Ensure that all financial reporting is completed on time.
• Oversee the financial audits of all projects of the organization.
• Provide financial inputs for proposal development, project management, Human Resource Management policies, logistics, travel and other areas of administration.
• Manage investment Accounts, and reconciliation of investment records
QUALIFICATIONS
• Accounting qualifications CPA, ACCA
• A Recent Graduate
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to maintain clear and accurate financial records
• Computer literacy and the ability to use various specialist applications
• Good administrative skills
• An organised and methodical approach to working
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A polite cheerful attitude, particularly when meeting clients
• An honest and discreet attitude when dealing with company accounts
• A willingness to undertake professional development
• The ability to work to deadline and to balance a number of conflicting demands
Caritas Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications accompanied by detailed CVs, names of three referees, and a day time telephone contact to:-
• Director, Caritas Nairobi, P.O. Box 41353-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
• Tel: 020-242-2334, 053-801-10763
• Applications must reach us on or before 9th July 2012
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews

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ORGANISATION
Caritas Nairobi is the department of the Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) in-charge of the apostolate for human development. The organisation is seeking a Microfinance Coordinator to join their team.
Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: Nairobi
Date of Joining: July
Reporting to: Director

POSITION SUMMARY
The organization is currently seeking to appoint an Accounts Assistant to manage its financial operations.
Duties/Assignments:
The Finance Officer will:
• Oversee the financial operations of the organization and ensure timely and accurate financial reports and practices including cash management, payroll, financial disbursements, ledgers etc.
• Responsible for entering financial information and maintaining all financial records for projects and for the organization.
• Preparing and maintaining donor agreements and staff contracts.
• Manage financial control, prepare and analyze budgets, develop financial reports, and make recommendations to the organization on budget expenditures.
• Obtain approvals from the Director on all procurements and purchases for the projects and for the organization.
• Monitor the expenditures to ensure that program funds are utilized appropriately by the close of the fiscal year.
• Provide orientation and training to the organization staff on cost-effective management.
• Ensure that all financial reporting is completed on time.
• Oversee the financial audits of all projects of the organization.
• Provide financial inputs for proposal development, project management, Human Resource Management policies, logistics, travel and other areas of administration.
• Manage investment Accounts, and reconciliation of investment records
QUALIFICATIONS
• Accounting qualifications CPA, ACCA
• A Recent Graduate
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to maintain clear and accurate financial records
• Computer literacy and the ability to use various specialist applications
• Good administrative skills
• An organised and methodical approach to working
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A polite cheerful attitude, particularly when meeting clients
• An honest and discreet attitude when dealing with company accounts
• A willingness to undertake professional development
• The ability to work to deadline and to balance a number of conflicting demands
Caritas Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications accompanied by detailed CVs, names of three referees, and a day time telephone contact to:-
• Director, Caritas Nairobi, P.O. Box 41353-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
• Tel: 020-242-2334, 053-801-10763
• Applications must reach us on or before 9th July 2012
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews

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Organisation Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg are non-governmental aid agencies and members of Caritas Internationalis. Caritas works worldwide and adheres to international humanitarian principles (NGO code of conduct). Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg act in the frame of a MoU as a consortium in the Eastern Africa and the Horn of Africa. They operate a joint Liaison Office in Nairobi, have Country Offices in Somaliland (Hargeisa) and South Sudan (Torit) and a Representative in Ethiopia (Addis Ababa).
Reporting to: Finance & Administration Manager
Duration: 1 year (with possible extension)
Location: Nairobi with occasional travel to South Sudan and SomalilandEnsure that financial systems and procedures are in place and followed in accordance with internal policies;Ensure the transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerised accounting system;Establish, maintain and reconcile the general ledger;Ascertain the accuracy of the books of accounts in accordance with accepted accounting principles and donor requirements;Ensure that the various financial reports are produced and submitted on time;Assist with preparation of budgets;Produce monthly cash and bank reconciliation statements;Produce internal monthly financial reports for all projects and semi-annual consolidated reports; andProcess the payroll for Nairobi officeEssential requirements & qualificationsAdvanced University degree in finance or business administration;Professional accountancy qualifications – CPA , ACCA;Experience in using Navision software;At least 5 years work experience in a non-governmental, not-for-profit organisation;Ability to work under pressure, independently with limited supervision;Good oral and written communication skills;High levels of integrity, patience, cross-cultural adaptability and sensitivity; andProficiency in computer for using MS-OfficeContract start: 1st August 2012If you feel you fit the required profile, please let us know how your qualifications, experience and career ambitions match the requirements of this position. Send your application latest by Sunday 24th June, 2012 to jobs.nairobi@caritas.ch indicating ‘Senior Finance Officer’ on the subject line.
Please provide a Curriculum Vitae (CV) that contains details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, earliest date of availability, names and telephone contacts of three referees.
Further questions may be addressed to Caritas Switzerland/Luxembourg’s Finance & Administration Manager, Mr. Reuben Kamau (e-mail: rkamau@caritas.ch).
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Organisation Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg are non-governmental aid agencies and members of Caritas Internationalis. Caritas works worldwide and adheres to international humanitarian
principles (NGO code of conduct). Caritas encourages people to take charge of their own fate and does this by promoting local initiatives that sustainably improve the living conditions of the socially disadvantaged, advocating the conservation of natural resources, supporting civil conflict resolution and peace building, cooperating with local partners and strengthening their own commitments.
Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg act in the frame of a MoU as a consortium in the Eastern Africa and the Horn of Africa with a focus on education, strengthening of civil society, food security and water hygiene and sanitation. We operate a joint Liaison Office in Nairobi, have Country Offices in Somaliland (Hargeisa) and South Sudan (Torit) and a Representative in Ethiopia (Addis Ababa).
We are now seeking for a dynamic person to fill the position of Education Technical Advisor.
The Education Technical Advisor is responsible for enhancing Caritas Switzerland/Luxembourg’s capacity to deliver quality education services and strengthening linkages with Education Networks and platforms for coordination, networking and fundraising.
Position Education Technical Advisor (80% Somaliland, 20% Regional)
Reporting to Head of Kenya Office (and Somaliland Head of Education & Capacity Building Department)
Duration One year (with possibility of extending)
Location Based 50% in Nairobi, Kenya and 50% in Hargeisa, Somaliland with occasional travel to South
Sudan and EthiopiaDevelop and periodically review an education strategy for the region;Lead in project design, proposal writing and fundraising for education projects;Integrate, adapt and introduce the Education & Capacity Building Departments of the Country Offices to new methodologies, innovations and best practices that will lead to improved programming and implementation of Education strategies;Develop indicators and checklists for monitoring and evaluating the implementation of Education  Programmes;Compile information periodically about progress of education activities, trends and developments in the region and disseminate to Caritas Country Offices to share experiences and lessons learnt; andContribute to a smooth coordination within Caritas at all levels, by sharing relevant education information and decisions in good time with Caritas at Country, Regional and Head Office levels Specific Support to Caritas Switzerland/Luxembourg’s Somaliland Education ProgrammeAssess and advise on progress being made by the Education & Capacity Building Department to gauge compliance with proposed timelines and the programme impact;Provide technical support to capacity building of organisations working in partnership with the Education Programmes and according to their needs;Represent Somaliland programme and maintain a high level networking and exchange with other INGOs and NGOs working in Nairobi and Hargeisa and actively participate in or lead working groups (e.g. NFE); andTake up a liaison function with the EC and other donors based in Nairobi and Somaliland as required Advanced degree in a relevant discipline;At least five years’ experience gained in a management position in the field of Education (basic and non-formal education), including extensive field work experience;An in-depth knowledge of the key issues and trends in development, education and capacity-building, with specific knowledge and understanding of key approaches and cross cutting issues such as gender, do-no-harm, etc.;Outstanding proposal and report writing skills;Experience with international donors and grant requirement especially with EC;Good understanding of resource and project cycle management and participatory appraisal techniques;Excellent networking, communication and inter-personal skills,Flexible, innovative and sensitive to cultural values; andKnowledge of the (North-Western) Somali context and preferably also the South Sudan and Ethiopian contexts Contract start August 1st, 2012 
If you feel you fit the required profile, please let us know how your qualifications, experience and career ambitions match the requirements of this position. Send your application latest by Sunday 1st July, 2012 to jobs.nairobi@caritas.ch indicating ‘Education Technical Advisor’ on the subject line.
Please provide a Curriculum Vitae (CV) that contains details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, earliest date of availability, names and telephone contacts of three referees.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted