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Sep 8, 2017

FIDA Executive Director Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Dec 27, 2016

FIDA Kenya is a non-profit, non-partisan Public Benefits Organization committed to a society that respects and upholds women’s rights through the provision of legal aid, women’s rights monitoring, advocacy, education and referral.

FIDA Kenya seeks to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the position of Executive Director to be based in Nairobi Office but work countrywide.

Job Grade: F1

Reporting to: Chairperson, FIDA Kenya

The key job role will include Managing FIDA Kenya by providing leadership and responsibility for the guiding the implementation of the organization’s vision and mission.

Job Role: Managing FIDA Kenya by providing leadership and responsibility for guiding the implementation of the organization’s vision and mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee the development of FIDA Kenya Strategic Plan and ensure its successful implementation.

Provide leadership and assume responsibility for the guiding vision FIDA Kenya.

programmes and work plans

Oversees the preparation of press releases

Represent the organization within the media and at high level meetings of donors, government and likeminded stakeholders

Review grant and funding proposals

Enhances the impact of FIDA Kenya’s programmes and activities.

Authorization of payment, signing of cheques and approval of payment vouchers.

Build and sustain effective partnerships with government, like-minded organizations and other civil societies.

Create an enabling environment for staff to ensure there is knowledge sharing, capacity building and team building in the workplace.

Ensure the formulation and successful implementation of FIDA Kenya programmes

Manage the programmes of FIDA Kenya.

Enhance the impact of FIDA Kenya’s programmes and activities.

Ensure formulation and successful implementation of the FIDA Kenya strategic plan and advocacy strategy.

Build and sustain effective partnerships with government, like-minded organizations and other civil societies.

Effectively raise resources for the organization from existing as well as new donors

Develop programmes and appropriate work plans and activities.

Provide effective and efficient management of FIDA Kenya’s human, financial and information management resources

Create an enabling environment by focusing on knowledge sharing, capacity building and team building in the workplace.

Promote gender equality and women’s empowerment

Raise the international reputation and profile of FIDA Kenya.

Secretary to the council of FIDA and coordinates Council Board meeting and activities

Qualifications:

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Laws (LLB) or Gender and Development studies or equivalent

At least 12 years post qualification experience admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate

Postgraduate (Masters of laws) degree, or related field is an added advantage (optional)

Personal Skills:

Possess excellent leadership, managerial and organizational skills, including the demonstrated ability to lead programmes.

Knowledge and experience in human rights, gender and women’s rights issues.

Project cycle management,

Experience in law reform and policy development,

Experience in enhancing Access to justice and Public Interest Litigation

Strategy formulation,

Resource mobilization and fundraising,

Project monitoring and evaluation,

Budgeting,

Report writing,

Training skills

Must be a team player, highly self-motivated and self-driven.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who fully meet the above criteria should send their applications along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating expected salary and their daytime contact, addressed to the undersigned to be received by 5.00 p.m. on 4th January 2017.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

FIDA Kenya is an equal opportunity employer

The Chairperson
Federation of Women Lawyers-Kenya
Amboseli Road, off Gitanga Road
P.O. Box 46324-00100
Nairobi

Email: recruitment@fidakenya.org

Dec 19, 2009

Food Monitor (4 Positions) Job Opportunity: World Vision

Riche December 19, 2009 Community Development , Health and Medical Services 0 Comments

NGO and UN Jobs

World Vision is a leading Non-Governmental Christian Humanitarian Relief Development and Advocacy Organization with projects in most parts of Kenya.

We wish to urgently recruit a highly competent, proactive and self driven person to fill the following position within the organization

Job Title: Food Monitor (4 positions)
Duration: Four month’s contract

Overall Purpose of the Job

To distribute food and maintain accurate beneficiary records in the Blanket Supplementary feeding program

Key Activities/Responsibilities:

Take anthropometric measurements of the possible beneficiaries at the village level and determine suitability for admission to the SFP or Merlin OTP.
Ensure that each beneficiary gets the correct food ration
Maintain an updated beneficiary list, field register and admission cards file
Ensure that each beneficiary maintains a personal record card and produces it on all distribution days
Prepare FDP reports on number of beneficiaries fed, new admissions, discharges and food requirements for the following distribution
Liaise with Feeding Program Nurse and the Community Health Worker to ensure that defaulter tracing is conducted after each distribution.
Maintain the SFP sites weekly and monthly statistical records and submit the same to the Feeding Program Nurse.
Where requested assist the Feeding Program Nurse in administering Vitamin A supplements and deworming tablets.
To carry and take care of all the equipments and materials needed for food distribution
Facilitate the mixing and distribution of the dry ration on the distribution day.
Work closely with the Community Health Worker in the implementation of the programme.
Perform other duties as agreed with immediate supervisor and Nutrition Manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Diploma or degree in nutrition, nursing or a related field,
KCSE Mean Grade of C plus and above.
At least 1 year experience in food aid and nutrition.
Computer literacy is an added advantage
Committed and practicing Christian with strong commitments to WV Values, Mission and Vision
Knowledge of the local language(Turkana) will be an added advantage

All Application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, one of whom must be a Church leader/Priest/ Pastor should reach the undersigned on or before 21st December 2009

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Nutrition Manager
World Vision Kenya
Turkana HEA
P .O. Box 264 – 30500 Lodwar

Or recruit.worldvisionturkana @ gmail.com

Nov 10, 2009

Solidarites: Final External Evaluation Project: “Strengthening livelihood support systems in Marsabit District”

Riche November 10, 2009 Community Development , Monitoring and Evaluation 0 Comments

Project Management

Final External Evaluation

Project: “Strengthening livelihood support systems in Marsabit District”

Terms of Reference

Country: Kenya

Location: North Horr - Marsabit District

Starting date: 24th November 2009 (17 days consultancy)

Duration of the field mission: 10 days

Time dedicated to the desk review: 2 days

Time dedicated to report writing: 5 days

Under responsibility of: Kenya – Somalia WASH Coordinator

Funding Sources for the evaluation: DFID

Presentation of Solidarités

Solidarités is an international humanitarian organisation which provides assistance to populations affected by natural disaster or man-made crisis.

For 28 years, Solidarités has concentrated its action on meeting three vital needs: water, food and shelter. In the Horn of Africa, Solidarités is currently implementing food security, water and sanitation projects in Kenya, Somalia, and South Sudan.

In Kenya, SOLIDARITES has been implementing food security, water and sanitation programmes since 2007.

The zones of intervention are the informal settlements of Nairobi (Kibera, Kiambu and Mathare), where a food security programme, including growing vegetables in sacs is in progress, and North Horr (Chalbi District).

In North Horr, a 15 months programme including a food security and a water and sanitation components has been recently completed with DFID funds.

From Kenya, SOLIDARITES is also coordinating programs in Afmadow and Bardera (Somalia); these programs include food security and water and sanitation interventions as well as RRM for people affected either by the long conflict of Somalia or by recurrent climatic hazards.

Presentation of the project/ programme to be evaluated

Background

Solidarités began its program in North Horr in December 2006 with funding from DFID for a 12 months project entitled “Enhance sanitary and food security conditions for North Horr population affected by drought and insecurity” which focused on improving food security, sanitation and access to water for the pastoralist communities.

This project had two components:

Water and sanitation activities including rehabilitation of wells, construction of rock catchments, construction of VIP latrines, hygiene promotion and distribution of mosquito nets.
Food security activities including camel distribution, spring development for irrigation, fodder production, and tree planting.

The second phase of this program (project title: “Strengthening livelihood support systems in Marsabit District”) began in July 2008 was completed in October 2009.

This 15 month project was mainly a continuation of activities from the first phase, but some new food security activities were added in order to consolidate the results of the first phase.

Objectives and expected results

The overall objective was to contribute strengthening livelihood systems through the identification of sustainable and appropriate solutions for arid regions in the Horn of Africa.

Most specifically, the project aimed to reinforce the resilience capacity of the local population to adapt and to resist drought and desertification in North Kenya.

Three results were expected at the end of the project:

Result 1: Improve access to water and sanitary conditions for the pastoralist population living in settlement.
Result 2: Improve the management of natural resources in drought affected area
Result 3: Improve the livelihood strategies to ensure maximum food security for the targeted population

Activities

In order to achieve the first result 1, the following activities were implemented:

Rehabilitation of 16 wells
Rehabilitation or construction of rainwater collection systems for 7 schools in the targeted area
Rock catchments & Sand dam construction
Construction of latrines
Hygiene promotion campaigns
Promotion and distribution of water filters targeting the most vulnerable households in the communities
Waste management in North Horr town
Promotion and distribution of mosquito nets to the most vulnerable households

In order to achieve result 2, the following activities were implemented:

Fencing of rangeland in North Horr specifically for the production of fodder
Distribution of tools for fodder production
Sowing of grass in the rangeland fenced during the previous project
Planting of 4,000 trees in the area of the programme at the household level
Capacity building of Environment Management Committees of the locations for the monitoring of the transplanted trees
Construction and implementation of 200 Fuel Efficient Stove Systems targeting North Horr households with North Horr and Mazingira women groups

Various activities were implemented in order to improve the livelihood of households living in North Horr; these activities included:

Establishment of 4 big poultry production units
4 campaigns of de-worming in the programme area
Training of Community Animal Health Workers (CAHWs)
Distribution of veterinary kits to the CAHWs
Construction of a milk storage facility in North Horr town with procurement of refrigeration, pasteurization and processing equipment.

Purposes of the evaluation

The purpose of this evaluation is to meet donor requirements as well as to draw lessons from the experience of project implementation.

Recommendations from this final external evaluation will help the team to reshape future interventions if necessary in regard to the evolution of the humanitarian context.

It is also expected that the evaluation will propose specific ways of improving the implementation strategy for activities.

The evaluation will allow the donor to have an independent analysis on the relevance and performance of the project.

Scope and focus

The evaluation will focus on the operation’s approach, implementation process and performance.

The evaluation should answer the following questions:

Did expected results fit to needs before the intervention? (relevance)
Do expected results still fit to the major current needs? (relevance)
Does the program cover the initially targeted population? (coverage)
Should the program widen or narrow its targeted population? (relevance and coverage)
Was the time frame of the proposal respected? (effectiveness)
Were the expected results achieved? (effectiveness)
Were the means used to implement activities well optimized? (efficiency)
Were some means wasted during the implementation? (efficiency)
Are results of activities sustainable and to what extend? (sustainability)
Are the construction works of good quality and completed according to specifications? (effectiveness and sustainability)
What negative or positive midterm or long term impacts can one foresee? (impact)
Is the program coherent with local authorities’ policies? If no, is this a bad or a good thing? (coherence)

The evaluation should also assess the appreciation of the program by the beneficiaries as well as their participation at various levels of the project management cycle.

Finally, the evaluation should assess how the implementation of the programme is respectful of the ethic of humanitarian practice vis-à-vis the SPHERE standards and the Code of conduct for the Red Cross Movement and for NGO during emergency intervention.

Evaluation process and methods

The evaluation methods should be clearly outlined in the report and their appropriateness, relative to the evaluation's primary purpose, focus and users, should be explained pointing out the strengths and weaknesses of the methods. A description of the overall flow of the evaluation process (i.e. sequence of the key stages) should be given in the evaluation report. The evaluation approach and the methods used to collect and analyze data should also be described. The nature (e.g., external or mixed) and make up of the team (e.g. sectoral expertise, local knowledge, gender balance) and its appropriateness for the evaluation should be outlined.

The evaluation report should outline the sources of biases that might affect the evaluation and how these have been addressed.

The evaluation report should also present the key constraints to carrying out the evaluation (e.g., lack of baseline data, lack of access to key information sources, use of translators), and the effect of these constraints.

Whenever secondary sources will be referred to, the evaluator should indicate the level of reliability of the given information.

After the field work, the evaluation team will present and discuss with the project team the preliminary findings and the proposed recommendations.

A first draft of the evaluation report should be shared with the coordination team of SOLIDARITÉS Kenya-Somalia before a final version is sent to the donor.

Procedures and logistics

The evaluation team must comply with SOLIDARITÉS’ rules and procedures related to security and relations with the media.
The evaluation team must respect the ethic and the deontology related to evaluation practice
While working in Nairobi, the evaluation team will find office space in the offices of SOLIDARITÉS.
Field logistics, movement and security will organised by consultancy team

Deliverables

The evaluation report should include at least:

One narrative report (max 40 pages) including an executive summary (2 pages maximum); the format of the report will be given in annexes.
A separate table summarizing the main findings and the lessons learned.
A separate table showing the different recommendations and tips for their implementation (who will be in charge of implementing this recommendations, when? dead line? necessary means? who will be in charge of checking that the recommendations are being implemented and when?, etc.).
Relevant maps and photographs of the assessed zone and programme.
A PowerPoint presentation of the main findings and recommendations of the evaluation must be submitted to SOLIDARITÉS in order to facilitate dissemination of the results of the evaluation to stakeholders.

Documents of reference (on request only)

Proposal and LFA
Last Interim project report
Current organizational chart
Last Activity Progress Update of the programme
Relevant maps

Qualification of the Lead consultant

University degree in Project management, Water and Sanitation or related field
Minimum 5 years of proven experience working with NGO’s or other humanitarian actors.
Proven experience in similar evaluation context
Strong methodology and writing capacities

How to apply

Please send your proposal, highlighting the following:

A brief introduction of bidding firm or person attaching relevant CVs
Your understanding of the Terms of Reference
Proposed methodology and approach
Proposed work plan and budget
Your availability

All relevant information (CV, cover letter, copies of testimonials, certificate of works, 3 contact references) should be sent to rha2.solidarites @ yahoo.fr.

On or before COB 19th November 2009.

Please indicate the consultancy you are applying for in the title of your email.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for tests and interviews.

Project Officer – Livelihoods Job Vacancy: Care International Somalia / South Sudan

Riche November 10, 2009 Agriculture and Agri-Business , Community Development 1 Comments

Project Management

Care International Somalia / South Sudan

Project Officer – Livelihoods – Job Ref: SUD/EX00186

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

CARE is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Project Officer – Livelihoods for its Upper Nile program to oversee the successful and effective implementation of the livelihood component of the CARE South Sudan’s CIDA initiative.

The CIDA initiative entitled ‘Promoting Reintegration of IDPs, Returnees and Host Communities in Upper Nile aims at addressing the underlying causes of poverty, social injustice and marginalization for conflict-affected HH.

The project will support the target communities through establishing inclusive mechanisms to re-start and strengthen sustainable livelihoods and access to potable water while enhancing institutional capacities of local communities’ and local administration to deliver basic services.

The PRIRHC program will also aim to empower and rehabilitate conflict affected and marginalized households in collaboration with civil society and local governments and enhance their accessibility to basic services increasing capabilities to mitigate conflicts and their greater involvement in planning local development initiatives.

The core initiatives of the program will include promotion of village savings and loans groups, promotion of environmentally sustainable agricultural production; access to water and strengthening capacity civil society and key community groups such as water user associations and development committees.

Working under the supervision of the Assistant Program Manager - CIDA, the PO - Livelihoods will be responsible for carrying out the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation livelihood activities of the PRIRHC initiative in accordance with CARE programming principles/standards and donors’ contractual obligations. The position will ensure active participation of civil society organizations in the project activities.

The Assistant Program Manager will maintain a proactive and vibrant linkage with the Upper Nile State Ministries of agriculture and other departments of relevance to these the livelihood component

Key Competencies

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Planning and organizing abilities;
Strong leadership and teamwork abilities;
Stress tolerance, adaptable with ability to pro-actively solve problems;
Strong analytical skills;
Integrity, commitment to service and respect for diversity;

Required skills and qualifications

University degree in Agriculture, Economics or Social Sciences with specific training in Farmer Field Schools Approach, VSLA, or other relevant livelihoods area
Experience in group organization and capacity building of saving groups
At least 3 years working with an International Organization in the livelihoods, agriculture, or environment sectors with specific experience on technical oversight of actions in VSLA/Micro Finance, FFS, Environment and WASH primarily through local implementing partners.
Solid experience of participatory approaches and coordination with governments/local authorities
Experience in report writing, budget management and tracking of project resources.
Good leadership qualities and ability to interact effectively with team members, counterparts and organizations.
Fluent in written and spoken English
Excellent inter-personal and people management skills.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines yet effectively coordinate program activities with other CARE projects and other similar interventions being implemented in the same operational area.
Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Desired skills and qualifications

Knowledge of the Arabic language, written and spoken.

This is an unaccompanied position based out of Malakal/Pagak in Upper Nile State of Southern Sudan with frequent travel throughout the program areas.

Closing date for receiving application will be 11th November, 2009. The short-listed candidates will be contacted by 30th November, 2009.

Applications and CVs should be sent to:

The Human Resources Officer
CARE Somalia /South Sudan
P O Box 2039 KNH 00202
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: hr @ ci.or.ke

Applicants sending their applications through email should clearly mark on the subject “Project Officer, JOB REF: SUD/EX00186”

CARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting gender, equity and diversity and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Programme Coordinator Tanzania Agricultural Scale up Initiative (TASUI) Job Vacancy: Oxfam

Riche November 10, 2009 Agriculture and Agri-Business , Community Development 0 Comments

Project Management

Programme Coordinator
Tanzania Agricultural Scale up Initiative (TASUI)

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Level C1 globally competitive
Salary & Benefits: GBP21,559 net per annum plus additional benefits
Contract Type: Open Ended

Oxfam GB has been working in Tanzania since the early 1970s.

We have an exciting and ambitious National Change Strategy, which focuses on Livelihoods and Vulnerability, Governance and Education and is designed to deliver impact at local, regional and national level; and links with aspects of Oxfam global campaigning for change.

Oxfam's vibrant every level. We collaborate closely with other Oxfam's also working in Tanzania, along with many other aspects of civil society in Tanzania; government, donors, NGOs & the private sector.

Oxfam has an on-going agribusiness initiative improving livelihoods of smallholder farmers and producers in Shinyanga: We will soon extend this work to Tanga.

We require a Programme Coordinator to lead the Tanzania Agricultural Scale Up Initiative.

We require, an exceptional manager and leader to take this programme to the next level.

The Role

As Programme Coordinator you will develop and manage the TASUI programme.
You will manage and support the programme managers in Shinyanga and Tanga to develop specific projects and initiatives to increase production and access to markets.
Work on business development will include collaboration with the private sector.
You will be representing Oxfam GB to the private, Government and NGO sectors on related issues.
A priority will be to facilitate women in economic leadership, ensuring gender equity, diversity and HIV/AIDS awareness are incorporated into the programme.
As a member of the Country Management Team you will share with senior colleagues and the Country Director the collective ownership of the overall Oxfam programme in Tanzania.

The Person

To be successful you will have significant experience of programme leadership, creating and communicating a vision for a programme leading change.
You will have proven ability to develop and manage programmes, and manage the implementing teams.
You will have strong technical competence in agriculture, agri-business development, community participation and in delivering complex development programmes.
You should have demonstrable strategic planning, analytical and influencing skills.
Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.
Experience of managing development programmes within African or the Tanzania agricultural environment, donor contracts management, experience with the private sector, networking and facilitating building alliances would all be an added advantage.

This is an opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Oxfam's values and beliefs.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV in English detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts to hecajobs @ oxfam.org.uk or apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using REFINT3450

The closing date: 13th November 2009

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.

Vacancy announcement Programme Manager for the "Electoral Justice Principles" Programme: Tiri-Making Integrity Work

Riche November 10, 2009 Community Development , legal 0 Comments

Project Management

Tiri-Making Integrity Work seeks a Programme Manager for its "Electoral Justice Principles" Programme, funded by the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF).

The programme, to be implemented over a period of 2 years, aims to raise the integrity standards of the electoral processes throughout Africa by addressing the relations between the key electoral justice institutions and their relevance and accessibility to the electorate.

It contributes to political accountability by working on the trustworthiness of key stakeholders and the credibility of electoral decisions.

Tiri seeks a dynamic Programme Manager, responsible for the successful project management, oversight and coordination.

The Programme Manager will report to the Programme Director and will work in close consultation with other relevant Tiri staff.

Main tasks and responsibilities

The successful candidate shall perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

Overall Project Management and Coordination
Budget preparation and/or revision and cashflow projections.
Writing grant proposals and funding applications.
Liaising with programme stakeholders and donors, including the preparation of timely operational and financial project reports.

Qualifications/Skills required

A university degree in political science, law studies, social science or a similar field
Considerable experience in the field of Electoral Management and/or Electoral Dispute Resolution and in project management
Thorough understanding of integrity challenges and needs in bt>th electoral and justice processes, especially in Africa region, and of relevant stakeholders capabilities
Excellent networking and coordination skills, ability to work in a team
Basic computer literacy
Sound interpersonal skills
Fluency in written and spoken English; knowledge of other languages, especially local languages is an asset
Ability and willingness to travel

Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya

Deadline: Applications close 15 November, 2009

Applications: Please send your CV, a covering letter and two references to jobs @ tiri.org with the subject title "EJP PM", no later than 15 November, 2009.

Tiri holds a gender equitable approach in the recruitment process.

Women are encouraged to apply.

Gender Expert Vacancy Announcement: Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA)

Riche November 10, 2009 Community Development , Economics and Statistics 0 Comments

Politics and Governance

The Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA) is a not-for-profit sub-regional organization of the National Agricultural Research Institutes (NARIs) of ten countries: Burundi, D.R. Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Rwanda, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. ASARECA's mission is promoting economic growth, fighting poverty, reducing hunger and enhancing resources through regional collective action in agricultural research for development.

It aims at increasing the efficiency of agricultural research in the region so as to enhance productivity, value added and competitiveness of the regional agricultural system.

Position 007/09 - Gender Expert

We are seeking to recruit for an expert on gender to help steer implementation of the ASARECA gender mainstreaming strategy.

Working the Policy Analysis and Advocacy Programme Manager, the expert will be charged with implementation of the gender mainstreaming strategy and 'Champion' the process in ASARECA.

The job holder will, inter alia:

Support the strengthening of gender mainstreaming in ASARECA's programmes and projects which includes use of gender criteria in project proposals, reporting and evaluation, and revision of the gender criteria where appropriate
Develop, propose and undertake gender mainstreaming initiatives in the region including providing technical backstopping towards the development of a gender strategy in each of the NARS in EGA;
Support ASARECA and its partners to formulate gender responsive policies to enhance gender mainstreaming in agricultural research
Identify and build capacity of gender quality assurance teams at appropriate levels in each NARS of ASARECA.
Coordinate and maintain a close working relationship and strong communication channels with ASARECA stakeholders
Represent AsARECA's interests at relevant gender events.
Serve as ASARECA's contact point and partner with social and gender policy experts in the ECA region and consequently build a network for addressing issues of regional priority in relation to gender.
Identify individuals who can be champions of change in partner organizations in order to enhance institutional commitment at ASARECA.

Qualification and experience

The person will have a University degree at Masters level in Gender or Development studies, Social sciences, Humanitarian studies, Political Science and Economics.
The person will have 5 to 7 years progressive experience in application of gender mainstreaming in programmes and projects in agricultural research for development in some or all of the ASARECA member countries with proven qualities of synthesis and strong ability to analyze, prepare and present written materials in excellent English.
Knowledge of French is desirable.

Duration

This contract will be initially for a period of twenty four months, renewable subject to annual performance review and availability of funding.

Special requirements

Applicants should be nationals of ASARECA member countries.
Willingness and ability for frequent and sustained travel to participate, organise or facilitate meetings/ workshops/ conferences

Remuneration and other Benefits

The remuneration package is comparable to those offered by similar regional organisations in Eastern and Central Africa.
It includes a regionally competitive salary and allowances for housing and transport, education for dependent children, health insurance, gratuity and home leave.

Method of Application

Applicants should send an application letter clearly demonstrating their suitability in meeting the qualifications, experience and the required competencies.

A copy of an up-to-date curriculum vitae and names of three referees and their complete addresses -postal, telephone, fax and e-mail.

Deadline for receiving applications will be 20 November 2009 and should be addressed to:

The Head of Administration
ASARECA, Plot 5, Mpigi Road,
PO Box 765, Entebbe, Uganda.
Tel: 256-41-320212 or 320556 or 321389
Fax:256-41-321126
Email: HR @ asareca.org

More information about the position and the organisation is available at http://www.asareca.org

Uganda National Planning Authority Career Opportunities: Request for Applications for Short Term Consultancy Services

Riche November 10, 2009 Community Development , Consultant 0 Comments

Monitoring and Evaluation

Background

The National Planning Authority (NPA) was created by the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, Article 115, 1995, and operationalized by the Parliamentary Act 15, 2002.

The Authority is mandated to develop, monitor and evaluate national development plans, elaborated in terms of the perspective vision and the long term and medium term plans.

The Authority has received support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to undertake a study and produce a framework to guide the design and implementation of its own monitoring and evaluation system.

To this end, the Authority requires services of a team leader and four (4) local consultants to carry out the necessary studies and produce the framework.

The overall objective of the consultancy is to study the existing planning and monitoring environments, including the best practices, and produce a comprehensive costed framework necessary for designing and implementing NPA's monitoring and evaluation system.

The framework should also outline the capacity requirements of the Authority to enable it carry out its functions as Secretariat for overall oversight of the proposed National Vision Framework and the National Development Plan (NDP).

Specific Objectives

To produce a costed comprehensive monitoring and evaluation framework to guide the design and implementation of the NPA monitoring and evaluation system..
To develop an Action Plan for implementation of the framework

Terms of Reference for the Team Leader

The following are the specific terms of reference for the team leader:

Prepare an inception report, with work-plan, on the assignment for approval by the Authority;
To have overall responsibility for delivery and presentation of outputs of the assignment i.e the Monitoring and Evaluation Report (Framework);
To lead the team of four (4) local Consultants and assign them work in the areas of Systems Analysis, Development Economics, Public Sector Management and Statistics, respectively, for achievement of the objectives and outputs of the assignment;
Take lead on technical tasks, including undertaking systems analysis, designing mechanisms and technical solutions, and preparing the implementation plan for the proposed framework and system;
Coordinate and lead the team for consultation meetings with stakeholders; and
Prepare and present bi-weekly progress reports to the Authority.

Person Specifications for the Team leader:

The team leader should have at least a Masters Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, with demonstrated national level experience of at least five years in designing monitoring and evaluation frameworks.

He/she should have best practices knowledge and experience of M&E frameworks and systems.

Additional person requirement of the team leader:

The Consultant should have excellent skills in policy review and formulation.

The Consultant should have strong skills in monitoring and evaluation programming and project implementation.

Knowledge and practical experience in development policies and processes such as National Development Plans (NDPs), Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers (PRSPs), New Partnership for African Development (NEPAD) plans and the Mellenium Development Goals (MDGs), will be of added advantage.

Remuneration:

The Team Leader's payment shall be based on the financial proposal developed for this consultancy;
Payment shall be made in three installments of 20%, 30% and 50%, respectively;
The initial payment will be made upon submission of an inception report acceptable to the Authority. This will be made in five days w.e.f signing the Contract;
The second payment will be effected upon submission of an acceptable draft report and Action Plan;
The final payment will be made upon submission of all final outputs, incorporating suggestions and recommendations from the Authority and/or the validation workshops;
One return ticket will be provided to the team leader;
Office space and logistics and land transport will also be provided.

Outputs for the team leader:

The following are the specific outputs of the assignment:

A framework comprising, among others, a ready for implementation (programming) costed technical option/solution (10 well packaged soft and hard copy) ii) An Action Plan for establishing the monitoring and evaluation system for the National Planning Authority (10 well packaged soft and hard copy)
Process report containing reports and minutes on stakeholder participatory consultations and/or workshops (10 well packaged soft and hard copies)

Timing and reporting:

The duration of this consultant is estimated to be three months (1st Dec. 2009 to 28th Feb. 2010)
The consultancy shall be responsible to the NPA Executive Director
The day to day reporting and quality assurance will be to the Director for Research, Innovation, Monitoring and Evaluation
Technical backstopping and quality assurance shall be the responsibility NPA Board, who will be responsible for approving the outputs

Person specifications and Terms of Reference for the four (4) Local Consultants

The four (4) support consultants required (sector specific specialists) should possess at least a Masters Degree and three years experience in Systems Analysis, Development Economics, Public Sector Management and Statistics.

Knowledge and practical experience in development policies and processes such as National Development Plans (NDPs), Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers (PRSPs), New Partnership for African Development (NEPAD) and the Mellenium Development Goals (MDGs), will be of added advantage

The person specifications for each of the four (4) support Consultants are given below:

(a) Systems Analyst

The Systems Analyst should have at least a Masters Degree in Systems Analysis, with national level experience of at least three years in systems analysis.
He/she should have best practices knowledge and experience of M&E frameworks and systems.
The Consultant should have excellent computer programming skills.

(b) Development Economist

The Development Economist should have at least a Masters Degree in Development Economics or Planning and Policy Analysis or Master of Science in Economics, with national level experience of at least three years in monitoring and evaluation.
The Consultant should have best practices knowledge and experience of M&E frameworks and systems.

The Consultant should have at least a Masters Degree in Public Sector management, with national level experience of at least three years in Public Sector Management or a related field.
He/she should have best practices knowledge and experience of M&E frameworks and systems.

d) Statistician

The Statistician should have at least a Masters Degree in Statistics, with national level experience of at least three years in designing monitoring and evaluation frameworks and systems.
The Statistician should have knowledge and work experience with non-state actors.
The Consultant should also have best practices knowledge and experience of M&E frameworks and systems.
Demonstrated experience in Computer programming will be of added advantage

Terms of Reference for the four (4) support Consultants

Each of the above four Consultants will be responsible for specific tasks and outputs to be assigned after approval of the team leader's inception report.

The overall tasks of the team of four (4) Consultants will include;

Undertaking systems analysis of existing management information systems of key stakeholder institutions to inform the framework
Defining alternative technical options and recommending a practical and cost effective solution within the framework
Defining and costing the infrastructure requirements of the framework
Providing an appropriate implementation schedule for various elements of the technical solution
Preparing situation analysis reports on national development planning, public sector management and statistical require¬ments of the Authority and key stakeholder institutions to inform the design of the technical solution
Guiding the technical discussions on systems analysis, development planning, public sector management, Statistics and related areas of the framework, respectively.
Reviewing policies, legal and regulatory frameworks and pointing out strengths and weaknesses to inform the Frame¬work
Undertaking review of the Authority's medium term data needs and preparing a report to inform preparation of the framework
Organizing stakeholder consultation meetings and workshops
Preparing a weekly work-plan and progress report
Carrying out any other duties assigned by the team leader

Outputs of the four (4) Consultants

The following are the expected outputs from the support team of the four (4) Consultants:

Working papers (including situation analyses) on systems analysis, planning, public sector management and statistics to inform the framework ")
An Implementation Schedule for the proposed technical " solution
Jointly responsible for production of the monitoring and evaluation framework, a corresponding Action Plan and process reports and minutes,
Weekly work-plans and progress reports to the team leader

Timing and reporting of the four (4) Consultants :

The duration of the consultancy is three months (1st Dec. 2009 to 28th Feb. 2010)
The team of four (4) consultant will report to the Team leader but be responsible to the NPA,Executive Director

Remuneration for the four (4) Consultants

Attractive package comparable with international rates for local Consultants
The Consultant shall be based on a monthly based on monthly progress reports subject to approval by the Team leader;

Interested Candidates should apply to:

Executive Director
National Planning Authority
Crested Towers, Short Tower
P.O Box 21434, Kampala
Tel: +256-414-250214;

Email: np @ npa.ug:

Fax: +256-414-250213

Deadline for Submission of Applications: 19th November 2009

Sep 11, 2009

Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) Coastal Rural Support Programme Kenya

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The Coastal Rural Support Programme Kenya, CRSP(K), is a project of the Aga Khan Foundation. The Programme works in Kinango, Kaloleni and Kilifi Districts. Its goal is to contribute to sustainable and equitable improvement in the livelihood of communities living in the three districts.

The programme invites applications for the following positions to be based in Mariakani:

Finance & Administration Manager

Reporting to the Programme Director and Regional Financial Analyst, s/he shall have overall policy and management responsibility for the financial management, human resources and administration functions for the programme.

S/he shall coordinate the preparation of budget and its tracking, cost allocation (iScala system), financial reporting, payroll management, risk management, audits, cash flow analysis, implementation of human resource management policies, office administration, management of HR records and IT.

Qualifications

The ideal person should possess the following minimum qualifications:

CPA(K)/ACCA or other relevant professional qualification and preferably MBA
Minimum 5 years of financial accounting and administration experience in a busy organisation, preferably in an international development organisation
Experience in grants management - working with donor agencies and sub-grantees
Good experience in human resources management practice
Excellent computer literacy especially in MS Office suite.
Knowledge of iScala will be an advantage
Demonstrated ability to mentor and train others in management of financial,and administration systems
Must be innovative, organised, methodical with good attention to detail, ability to work under pressure on multiple task and deliver on deadlines
Must be diligent, committed individual with high level of integrity and ability to work as a team and willing to work long hours often in difficult conditions.

Field Officer - Pro-poor Integrity (PPI)

Under its civil society programme (CSP), CRSP(K) is starting a project of Pro-Poor Integrity (PPI) in collaboration with TIRI.

Reporting to the Project Officer - CSP, the Field Officer will implement the planned activities and work closely with the community and stakeholders to achieve the goal of the project.

S/he shall make regular visits to the rural communities, usually with a motorbike.

Qualifications

The ideal person should possess the following minimum qualifications:

Diploma in community development or advocacy or any social sciences. Those with relevant degrees shall have an added advantage.
Minimum 5 years of experience in community development/advocacy in an NGO/Civil society organisation.
Good command of English and Swahili. Knowledge of local languages shall be an added advantage.
Computer literacy especially in MS Office suite. Excellent interpersonal, communication and report writing skills.
Must be innovative, organised, ability to work under pressure on multiple tasks and willing to work long hours often in difficult conditions.
Good knowledge and experience in working with rural communities. Working knowledge of the three districts is a distinct advantage.
Holder of a valid Riding/Driving License "Class G" over three years old

Community Knowledge Centre Coordinator

CRSP-K is starting a Community Knowledge Centre (CKC) at its base in Mariakani. Reporting to Research, Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, CKC Coordinator shall have overall management responsibility for the CKC.

S/he shall do the planning and budget control for the centre and carry out marketing to ensure the centre is self sustaining.

Qualifications

The ideal person should possess the following minimum qualifications:

Diploma in business field and advanced training in IT.
Minimum 5 years of administration experience in a busy enterprise, preferably dealing with rural communities and information centre.
Good command of English and Swahili
Excellent knowledge and usage of internet especially information websites and search engines and tools
Excellent computer literacy especially in MS Office suite.
Good exposure to cameras and photo/video editing and internet is desirable.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and train users of the services of the Centre
Must be innovative, organised, ability to work under pressure on multiple tasks and willing to work long hours often in difficult conditions.

If you meet the stated criteria, send your application with a detailed CV, preferably by email, giving your reliable telephone contact and full contact details of three professional referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than 23 September 2009.

The Program Director
Coastal Rural Support Programme (Kenya)
P.O. Box 355 - 80113, Mariakani
Email: admin @ crsp-k.org

British Government Department for International Development (DFID) Jobs: Early Recovery and Local Governance Adviser Somalia - A2

Riche September 11, 2009 Community Development , NGO and UN Jobs 0 Comments

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Reducing poverty is the primary aim of the British Government Department for International Development (DFID). DFID Kenya and Somalia is responsible for managing the British Government's contribution to international development in Kenya and Somalia, with the objective of supporting governments to reduce poverty in order to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).

A vacancy has arisen for an advisory post based in DFID's Nairobi office. Appointment will be under local terms and conditions and is subject to security clearance.

Early Recovery and Local Governance Adviser - Somalia

We are looking for an experienced Early Recovery and Local Governance professional who will work with the Somalia Programme Manager and broader advisory team in delivering DFID's early recovery interventions work in Somalia.

The key responsibilities of this post are:

Lead DFID's programmes on early recovery and local service delivery
Provide analysis and advice on related programme areas (e.g. humanitarian and governance)
Help the UK Government and wider international community to develop a strong post-conflict recovery response

You will have the following technical and behavioural competencies:

A degree in a relevant conflict management, governance or social development area; ability to demonstrate a range of experience of managing and leading on early recovery interventions work at a senior level in an organisation or as a consultant; and experience of working in conflict-affected and fragile states, particularly on issues of early recovery and sub-national governance.
Knowledge and experience of international development policy and approaches in fragile states is also required.
You should also be able to demonstrate the following: the ability to analyse and interpret information, work with others, to influence at all levels and plan and deliver work to meet objectives whilst achieving value for money.
Ability to demonstrate DFID Advisors' core competencies is also required (details of which are available in the job description).

Benefits

A competitive remuneration package will be offered including Medical & Retirement Benefit Scheme.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position please send an email to dfid @ adeptsystems.co.ke to obtain the application form and relevant job description. Only applications made using this application form will be considered.
Completed application forms should be emailed to recruit @ adeptsy stems, co.ke or sent by hard copy to Adept Systems Management Consultants, P.O. Box 6416 Nairobi 00100.
The closing date for applications is 5.00 pm Friday 2nd October 2009. Under no circumstances will applications be accepted after this date.
All enquiries should be directed to Adept Systems.

DFID is an Equal Opportunities employer. Applications are welcomed from all parts of the community, and we actively encourage interest from women, ethnic minority groups and those with disabilities. Selection is on merit.

Aug 28, 2009

Family Bank Limited Exciting Career Opportunities

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Family Bank Limited is a rapidly growing indigenous financial institution with a countrywide branch network.

To support our growth strategy, we are looking for dynamic, proactive professionals with strong credential and relevant work experience to fill the following position:

1. Job Title: Head of Operations
Ref: HR/EJA/OP/04-09

Purpose:

Reporting to the Chief Executive, the incumbent will be responsible for the effective and overall management of the Operations function of the bank. Ensuring unified processes across the network as well as providing for the efficient and effective delivery of reputable and reliable operations activities.

The Job:

Key Performance Areas:

Bank Operations strategy and policy formulation and review
Continually develop, coach and inspire the branch & operations sub-units management to greater success.
Central Operations - Account Services, Clearings, Payments, Cash Management and Reconciliation
Management of ATM networks.
Operational risk – analysis and mitigating measures.
Security & Investigations – understand banking fraud & management of the same.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and policy requirements with regards to banking operations.
People - ensuring suitably hiring, training and mentoring is undertaken throughout the operational environment in line with the Bank’s Performance Management objectives
Relationship Management for external and internal customers.
Project management & systems implementation – efficiently manage and give direction to successful implementation on projects under the Operations Department.
Innovation: Partner with Marketing & ICT departments to deliver timely and innovative customer solutions
Training & development - Develop adequate training plans with HR regarding skills gaps in banking operations.
Any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by Management.

The Person:

Qualifications & key competencies

Bachelors degree in a business or finance related field; Associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers & a Masters degree will be an added advantage.
Detailed knowledge of Banking procedures and policy principles at all levels
At least ten (10) years experience in an operations function of a leading financial institution.

Job Skills:

Understand the Banking Act and Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) clearing procedures and prudential guidelines; high levels of professionalism and professional development.
An all-round banker with thorough knowledge of Operational routine in Banks as well as extensive knowledge of Treasury Operations, clearing, cash management and Trade Finance.
Deliver world class standards of services to the customers of the Bank.
Demonstrating powerful leadership both in terms of behaviors and action.
Analytical and practical understanding of workflow, capacity planning / optimization and process implementation
Ability to plan & prepare the strategy and annual budget requirements for the operational environment.
Demonstrate a high degree of sensitivity, confidentiality and integrity when dealing with internal and external customers.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with outstanding reporting skills.

2. Job Title: Head of Credit
Ref: HR/EJA/CR/05-09

Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

Purpose:

To manage the bank’s credit function efficiently and effectively in order to ensure that it is a profitable line of business and that the organization is not exposed to risk, maintaining a quality loan book.

The Job:

Key Performance Areas:

Credit policy formulation and review.
Risk Management: Credit risk analysis and evaluation.
Ensure compliance with credit policies and procedures.
Undertake credit appraisal to vet all credit proposals from branches.
Monitoring and administration of credit performance through reports and returns from branches.
Evaluation of customer needs and activities of the competition in liaison with marketing department and the branches (product development) with regard to Credit.
Management Information System (MIS) including statutory returns to Central Bank of Kenya (CBK).
Relationship Management.
Branch support and carry out inspection on credit/lending issues.
Overall control of the lending book.
Any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by Management.

The Person: Qualifications & key competencies

Bachelors degree in a business or finance related field; masters degree will be an added advantage.
BASEL II training, financial/credit risk and analysis training and other relevant credit training at an advanced level.
Experience in lending and customer care.
Financial/credit risk related training.
Experience in Micro-Finance Institution (MFI) at a Senior Management level an added advantage.
At least ten (10) years experience in a credit function of a leading financial institution.

Job Skills:

Understand the Banking Act and Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) clearing procedures and prudential guidelines; high levels of professionalism and professional development.
Understand and implement credit processes.
Lending and customer care experience to create a balance between credit risk and customer service.
An all-round banker with strong analytical skills.
Demonstrate a high degree of sensitivity, confidentiality and integrity when dealing with internal and external customers.
Management and leadership ability: Have excellent interpersonal, organizing and people management skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with outstanding reporting skills.

3. Job Title: Manager, Risk & Compliance
Ref: HR/EJA/R&C/06-09

Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer

Purpose:

While enjoying the independence of reporting, the incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the Risk & Compliance function of the Bank to ensure that potential risks are identified, sufficient resources are allocated to their management and those risks are addressed consistently and to the required standards.

The Job: Key Performance Areas:

Risk management – analysis of all areas of risk as stipulated in the prudential guidelines including evaluation and mitigation.
Develop and review compliance policies and procedures.
Compliance policy implementation
Conducting compliance reviews
Conducting periodic risk assessment and response plans
Conduct internal monitoring
Liaison responsibility
Continuous improvement
Training and Development
Compliance administration and records
Any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by management.

The Person:

Qualifications & key competencies

A Bachelors degree in Business related or Finance fields. Possession of an MBA, CPA (K) will be an added advantage.
Have good knowledge and solid understanding of:

The requirements of compliance monitoring
The Companies Act
The Banking Act
Prudential Guidelines
Internal policies and procedures
International financial reporting standards
Other internal and external regulations

Minimum five (5) years relevant working experience, three (3) of which should have been at senior management level in a risk related role.
Outstanding track record of performance and achievement.
Strong analytical and reporting skills
Demonstrate skills in strategy development and execution.
Proven ability in relationship building through negotiation and networking

Job skills:

Proven compliance competence
Ability to multi-task and adequately prioritize work-flow
Excellent Communication skills
Proven integrity, transparency and accountability

Other key considerations for the listed jobs will be; possession of strong organizational, planning, communication, interpersonal and customer care skills.

A fast learner, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, ability to work with a team with minimum supervision, proficiency in computers and flexibility to work anywhere in the country.

The integrity of the candidate will be a key consideration.

ALL applicants MUST send their online application to Hr @ familybank.co.ke or www.familybank.co.ke/careers by: 9th September 2009.

Canvassing will automatically disqualify the candidate.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

“We are an equal opportunity employer”

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