Expertise and minimum team of consultants
For carrying out this consultancy, a firm, with expertise in the implementation of Information Systems for community based programmes during the last 5 years is required. The minimum team of consultants needed comprises: MIS Engineer, Database Designer, System Architect and MIS programmer
Detailed Terms of reference for the consultancy services can be downloaded at: The proposals should be addressed as shown below to reach the under signed by 3rd December 2014 at 12:00 noon
Call for Consultancy Services - Development of Management Information System
Chairperson
Tender committee
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100 GPO
Nairobi

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It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti. It also runs regional specialist units that provide support and expertise to the ICRC’s delegations throughout Africa.

The Regional Delegation in Nairobi is seeking an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the position mentioned below, which will be based in Nairobi but with frequent travelling to Somalia.

Information Technology (REF No.001)

The Responsibilities:

ICRC is looking for young and energetic individuals who have good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.

The successful candidates should have a sense of analysis and initiative, the ability to work independently and in a team. The above position demand flexibility and the ability to work under pressure in difficult context.

Weekly trip to Mogadishu (Somalia) or on request
Interested persons with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the below address or e-mail, on or before 31 March 2012.

Please quote the reference number of the position and include detailed curriculum vitae, current remuneration and contact details of three referees.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

International Committee of the Red Cross, Nairobi Regional Delegation, Denis Pritt Road, P.O.Box 73226, Nairobi, 00200, Kenya:
E-mail: nai_hr@icrc.org

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti.

It also runs regional specialist units that provide support and expertise to the ICRC’s delegations in East Africa, the Great Lakes region and the Horn of Africa.

Media Officer

The ICRC Regional Delegation in Nairobi is seeking an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the above-mentioned position:

The Responsibilities:

Please include detailed curriculum vitae, current remuneration and contact details of three referees.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

International Committee of the Red Cross,
Nairobi Regional Delegation,
Denis Pritt Road,
P.O.Box 73226, Nairobi,
00200, Kenya

E-mail: nai_hr@icrc.org

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Unit / dept / delegation: Norwegian Red Cross, East Africa Regional Representation, Nairobi

Reports to: Programme Officer

Purpose: To provide driving and administrative support to the Norwegian Red Cross staff and programmes managed by the regional representation in Nairobi.

Duties applicable to all staff

Vehicle Operation

Education and Certifications

Applications should be submitted to zonehr.easternafrica@ifrc.org; to be received not later than 17th November, 2011.

Kindly note that:

1. Only e-mail applications will be accepted.

2. Due to large volume of applications, only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti.

It also runs regional specialist units that provide support and expertise to the ICRC’s delegations in East Africa, the Great Lakes region and the Horn of Africa.

Maisha+ Focal Point & Regional Deputy

The ICRC Regional Delegation in Nairobi is seeking an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the above-mentioned position to be based in Nairobi.

The incumbent will coordinate all Work place Health and safety program activities for the Nairobi Regional Delegation in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti.

S/he will also provide support to ICRC Delegations and Sub-delegations in East and Southern Africa in their implementation of HIV program policy

The responsibilities:

As a Maisha+ responsible:

As a focal point for HIV Workplace program, s/he will be responsible for:

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

International Committee of the Red Cross,
Nairobi Regional Delegation, Denis Pritt Road,
P.O.Box 73226, Nairobi, 00200, Kenya:
E-mail: nai_hr@icrc.org

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The KRCS is looking for qualified people to fill the following positions:

Job Location: Headquarters- Nairobi

Specific duties include supervising the construction and rehabilitation of water supply systems and sanitation facilities.

Other duties include, strengthening the community’s capacity to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as taking ownership, maintaining and managing in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructural facilities.

Other duties include, strengthening the community’s capacity to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as taking ownership, operating, maintaining and managing in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructural facilities.

Other duties include, strengthening the community’s capacity to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a
sustainable manner the installed infrastructural facilities.

Specific duties include collecting and analysing data and information, preparing correspondence, providing information to staff and customers, scheduling appointments, planning and organising meetings and conferences, writing minutes, as well as monitoring the progress of various assignments to ensure that the head of department and senior managers are kept fully informed on all matters requiring immediate attention.

Job location: Dertu

Other responsibilities include farm management function for branch and community supported project in agriculture that includes capacity building of communities and developing marketing strategies for small holder farm products as an income generating activity (IGA) for the branch and the communities supported by the projects.

Other duties include reconciling and balancing accounts as well as posting and compiling monthly reports to show records related to financial operations in the Branch.

Applications must contain:
A letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Monday, 11th July 2011.

The KRCS is looking for qualified people to fill the following positions:

Position Title: Water & Sanitation Facilities Manager

Reporting to: Head of Water & Sanitation

Job Location: Headquarters- Nairobi

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Head of Water and Sanitation Department for effective design, development, implementation and evaluation of community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation (Watsan) programmes.

Specific duties include supervising the construction and rehabilitation of water supply systems and sanitation facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Reporting to: Regional Manager

Job Location: Garissa

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Regional Manager for effective planning, budgeting, implementing and evaluating community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation (Watsan) programmes.

Other duties include, strengthening the community’s capacity to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as taking ownership, maintaining and managing in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructural facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to: Branch Cordinator

Job Location: Rhamu, Wajir

Overall Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable to the Branch Coordinator for effective planning, budgeting, and implementing community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation (Watsan) projects.

Other duties include, strengthening the community’s capacity to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as taking ownership, operating, maintaining and managing in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructural facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to: Branch Coordinator

Job Location: Dertu, Isiolo

Overall Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable to the Branch Coordinator for effective planning and implementing community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation (Watsan) projects.

Other duties include, strengthening the community’s capacity to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a
sustainable manner the installed infrastructural facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to: Head of Water & Sanitation

Job Location: Headquarters- Nairobi

Overall Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for providing effective confidential administrative and secretarial support services in the development, implementation and evaluation of departmental management plans.

Specific duties include collecting and analysing data and information, preparing correspondence, providing information to staff and customers, scheduling appointments, planning and organising meetings and conferences, writing minutes, as well as monitoring the progress of various assignments to ensure that the head of department and senior managers are kept fully informed on all matters requiring immediate attention.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to: Project Coordinator

Job location: Dertu

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Branch Coordinator for effective planning, budgeting, implementation and monitoring integrated and sustainable agricultural livelihoods and livelihood options within the implemented project.

Other responsibilities include farm management function for branch and community supported project in agriculture that includes capacity building of communities and developing marketing strategies for small holder farm products as an income generating activity (IGA) for the branch and the communities supported by the projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

Reporting to: Branch Coordinator

Job location: Dertu

Responsible to the Branch Coordinator for maintaining records of financial transactions related to income and expenditure within the Branch.

Other duties include reconciling and balancing accounts as well as posting and compiling monthly reports to show records related to financial operations in the Branch.

Duties & Responsibilities

A letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Monday, 11th July 2011.

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Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in Kenya. Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organisation in Kenya.

The Society is looking for a qualified person to fill the following position:

Position Title: Public Health Manager Kenya Red Cross Job.

Reporting to: Head of Health and Social Services

Job Location: Headquarters

Overall Purpose Job

Responsible to the Head of Health and Social Services Department for the effective design, development, implementation and evaluation of integrated and sustainable Community-Based Disease Prevention and Control programme encompassing Reproductive Health, Public Health, Nutrition and Hygiene Promotion to prevent infectious diseases, reduce mortality and improve maternal-child health among vulnerable populations.

Other responsibilities include reducing the potential for hazardous environmental problems by researching, analysing data, reporting and liaising with other health agencies especially the Ministry of Health to ensure that the expansion of additional programmes meet international humanitarian standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Coordinate with Branches, Regions and other stakeholders to develop Community Based Disease Prevention and Control strategies.
* Coordinate technical assessment through multi-agency teams to establish critical community-based primary health care needs as well follow-up investigations of reported infectious diseases to determine source, contacts and carriers of disease in order to develop strategies for prevention and elimination of such diseases.
* Develop and implement Primary Health care interventions including immunisation, campaigns of vaccine against preventable diseases such as Measles, Polio and nutritional deficiencies through mobile medical outreach and health camps.
* Contribute in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of community awareness campaigns including capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening staff, volunteers and communities with capacity to provide Community-Based Disease Prevention and Control programmes.
* Coordinate preparation of funding proposals and appeals for material assistance in line with the strategic plan by ensuring adherence to donor requirements.
* Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, donors, Government agencies, the private sector and other players to ensure implementation of programmes that enhance organisational effectiveness.
* Coordinate monitoring and evaluation of donor funded programmes by staff in order to evaluate progress, ensure accountability, determine impact and report on significant achievements to ensure organisational learning.
* Develop and implement lobby and advocacy programmes with a view to reform laws and policies that hamper the implementation of effective disaster management to ensure that KRCS is recognised as the leading player in the provision of humanitarian relief services.

Minimum Qualifications

* BSc Environmental Health and relevant post-graduate qualification such as MSc in Public Health (MPH) or equivalent qualifications
* Over five (5) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating Community-Based Primary Health care programmes with specific focus on MNCH in emergency / relief context.

Key Competencies

* Knowledge of Public Health, humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals aimed at preventing and alleviating human suffering.
* Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver KRCS’ Strategic Objectives.
* Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills including the ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and political issues.
* Demonstrated ability to influence and resolve differences and conflicts.
* Demonstrated competence in resource mobilisation including implementation of effective fundraising strategies to increase resource through grant proposals.
* Proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilisation of the internet.

Applications must contain:

Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 20th May 2011

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Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in Kenya. Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organisation in Kenya.

The Society is looking for a qualified person to fill the following position:

Position Title: Public Health Manager Kenya Red Cross Job.

Reporting to: Head of Health and Social Services

Job Location: Headquarters

Overall Purpose Job

Responsible to the Head of Health and Social Services Department for the effective design, development, implementation and evaluation of integrated and sustainable Community-Based Disease Prevention and Control programme encompassing Reproductive Health, Public Health, Nutrition and Hygiene Promotion to prevent infectious diseases, reduce mortality and improve maternal-child health among vulnerable populations.

Other responsibilities include reducing the potential for hazardous environmental problems by researching, analysing data, reporting and liaising with other health agencies especially the Ministry of Health to ensure that the expansion of additional programmes meet international humanitarian standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Coordinate with Branches, Regions and other stakeholders to develop Community Based Disease Prevention and Control strategies.
* Coordinate technical assessment through multi-agency teams to establish critical community-based primary health care needs as well follow-up investigations of reported infectious diseases to determine source, contacts and carriers of disease in order to develop strategies for prevention and elimination of such diseases.
* Develop and implement Primary Health care interventions including immunisation, campaigns of vaccine against preventable diseases such as Measles, Polio and nutritional deficiencies through mobile medical outreach and health camps.
* Contribute in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of community awareness campaigns including capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening staff, volunteers and communities with capacity to provide Community-Based Disease Prevention and Control programmes.
* Coordinate preparation of funding proposals and appeals for material assistance in line with the strategic plan by ensuring adherence to donor requirements.
* Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, donors, Government agencies, the private sector and other players to ensure implementation of programmes that enhance organisational effectiveness.
* Coordinate monitoring and evaluation of donor funded programmes by staff in order to evaluate progress, ensure accountability, determine impact and report on significant achievements to ensure organisational learning.
* Develop and implement lobby and advocacy programmes with a view to reform laws and policies that hamper the implementation of effective disaster management to ensure that KRCS is recognised as the leading player in the provision of humanitarian relief services.

Minimum Qualifications

* BSc Environmental Health and relevant post-graduate qualification such as MSc in Public Health (MPH) or equivalent qualifications
* Over five (5) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating Community-Based Primary Health care programmes with specific focus on MNCH in emergency / relief context.

Key Competencies

* Knowledge of Public Health, humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals aimed at preventing and alleviating human suffering.
* Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver KRCS’ Strategic Objectives.
* Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills including the ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and political issues.
* Demonstrated ability to influence and resolve differences and conflicts.
* Demonstrated competence in resource mobilisation including implementation of effective fundraising strategies to increase resource through grant proposals.
* Proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilisation of the internet.

Applications must contain:

Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 20th May 2011

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Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a humanitarian relief organisation created by the Act of Parliament, Cap 256 of the Laws of Kenya of 21st December 1965. Its vision is to be the most effective, trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organisation in Kenya.

The Society is looking for qualified people to fill the following positions:

Position Title: Grants Manager
Reporting to: Secretary General
Job Location: Headquarters

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Secretary General and working closely with Monitoring and Evaluation Unit for the design, planning and implementation of an integrated Grants and Quality Assurance systems (GQAs) for KRCS operations aimed at facilitating decision-making processes and promoting accountability.

The incumbent will work as part of Middle Management team to increase funding sources both in streams and volumes and analyse donor requirements with a view to strengthening KRCS results-oriented management

Core Duties and Responsibilities

* Provide input in the formulation of corporate strategic plans and annual work plans by developing grant management policy, strategies and tools for strengthening KRCS monitoring and evaluation of financial processes.
* Provide technical leadership to enable programme/project teams and stakeholders to continuously assess and prioritise needs, opportunities and demands for high quality programming in order to respond to emerging challenges, improve delivery and enhance organisational effectiveness.
* Devise strategies for identifying and engaging potential grants as per KRCS needs and priorities, take lead in the preparation and submission of grant inquiry and concept papers with a view of supporting programmes in drafting of detailed proposals.
* Coordinate timely preparation of periodic updated progress financial reports in accordance with approved grants, analyse results/lessons learned, including identification of problems, causes of potential bottlenecks and provide specific recommendations to improve funds absorption quality programming.
* Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, particularly Government agencies to ensure statutory compliance and articulate issues related to grant management.

Minimum Qualifications

* Postgraduate qualification in Business Management, Finance, Economics, Public Health or equivalent qualifications.
* Over five (5) years relevant experience in areas of grant management in a busy and competitive environment.

Position Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Reporting to: Monitoring & Evaluation Manager
Job Location: Headquarters

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Monitoring & Evaluation Manager for the implementation of an integrated monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system for all programmes and projects aimed at facilitating decision making processes, promoting accountability and strengthening results oriented management.

Other duties include developing M&E tools and indicators for tracking progress

Core Duties and Responsibilities

* Provide input in the formulation of the corporate strategic plan and annual work plans by developing performance indicators with particular focus on monitoring programme/project activities, results and impacts aligned with the overall program log frames and other types of M&E indicators.
* Develop and operationalise M&E system and framework for data requirements, identify data sources, develop data collection tools and evaluation instruments for both long term programming and emergency operations.
* Conduct baseline surveys, midterm evaluations and impact assessment studies of key programmes/projects to determine relevance, appropriateness, effectiveness, efficiency and ensure that outcomes are consistent with KRCS strategic goals and objectives.
* Prepare terms of engagement for evaluation to be undertaken by third parties, provide substantive analysis and input to the exercise and monitor the follow up of evaluation recommendations for implementation.
* Devise strategies for linking program evaluation with ongoing program improvement by promoting knowledge management practices through introduction of methodological innovations, application of results and by promoting the effective dissemination and use of M&E findings, lessons and recommendations.
* Create a credible forum for exchange and learning from evaluation findings across different communities through M&E presentations in seminars, conferences, workshops and publications including annual reports and follow-ups on M&E policies and practices.

Minimum Qualifications

* Postgraduate qualification in Public Health, Sociology or equivalent qualifications.
* Over three (3) years relevant experience in the areas of M&E methods and approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory) with strong analytical and research skills.

Position Title: Programme Assistant
Reporting to: Monitoring & Evaluation Manager
Job Location: Headquarters

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Monitoring & Evaluation Manager for providing effective confidential administrative and secretarial support services in the development, implementation and evaluation of departmental management plans.

Specific duties include collecting and analysing data and information, preparing correspondence, providing information to staff and customers, scheduling appointments, planning and organising meetings and conferences, writing minutes and monitoring progress of various assignments given.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

* Maintain communication channels between KRCS headquarters and Regional offices.
* Prepare minutes, correspondences and reports in accordance to instructions.
* Respond to telephone inquiries, giving information to callers.
* Receive official visitors and walk in customers.
* Receive, sort, record and distribute mail, general correspondences and documents to officials.
* Organise meetings, conferences and training activities and provide effective secretarial support to proceedings.

Minimum Qualifications

* Diploma in secretarial studies or equivalent with speeds of 50wpm and shorthand 100wpm.
* Two (2) years experience gained from a busy office.

Key Competencies for the positions

* Demonstrated diverse knowledge on project management cycle.
* Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office as well as appropriate statistical packages.
* Effective communication skills and ability to present ideas clearly, both orally and in writing and to prepare comprehensive reports.
* Considerable knowledge of management information systems, proficiency in database systems, spreadsheet and flow chart applications, and budgeting.
* Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, analyse financial and operational data and information, think analytically and critically.

Applications must contain: Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 18th March 2011.

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Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a humanitarian relief organisation created by the Act of Parliament, Cap 256 of the Laws of Kenya of 21st December 1965. Its vision is to be the most effective, trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organisation in Kenya.

The Society is looking for qualified people to fill the following positions:

Position Title: Grants Manager
Reporting to: Secretary General
Job Location: Headquarters

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Secretary General and working closely with Monitoring and Evaluation Unit for the design, planning and implementation of an integrated Grants and Quality Assurance systems (GQAs) for KRCS operations aimed at facilitating decision-making processes and promoting accountability.

The incumbent will work as part of Middle Management team to increase funding sources both in streams and volumes and analyse donor requirements with a view to strengthening KRCS results-oriented management

Core Duties and Responsibilities

* Provide input in the formulation of corporate strategic plans and annual work plans by developing grant management policy, strategies and tools for strengthening KRCS monitoring and evaluation of financial processes.
* Provide technical leadership to enable programme/project teams and stakeholders to continuously assess and prioritise needs, opportunities and demands for high quality programming in order to respond to emerging challenges, improve delivery and enhance organisational effectiveness.
* Devise strategies for identifying and engaging potential grants as per KRCS needs and priorities, take lead in the preparation and submission of grant inquiry and concept papers with a view of supporting programmes in drafting of detailed proposals.
* Coordinate timely preparation of periodic updated progress financial reports in accordance with approved grants, analyse results/lessons learned, including identification of problems, causes of potential bottlenecks and provide specific recommendations to improve funds absorption quality programming.
* Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, particularly Government agencies to ensure statutory compliance and articulate issues related to grant management.

Minimum Qualifications

* Postgraduate qualification in Business Management, Finance, Economics, Public Health or equivalent qualifications.
* Over five (5) years relevant experience in areas of grant management in a busy and competitive environment.

Position Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Reporting to: Monitoring & Evaluation Manager
Job Location: Headquarters

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Monitoring & Evaluation Manager for the implementation of an integrated monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system for all programmes and projects aimed at facilitating decision making processes, promoting accountability and strengthening results oriented management.

Other duties include developing M&E tools and indicators for tracking progress

Core Duties and Responsibilities

* Provide input in the formulation of the corporate strategic plan and annual work plans by developing performance indicators with particular focus on monitoring programme/project activities, results and impacts aligned with the overall program log frames and other types of M&E indicators.
* Develop and operationalise M&E system and framework for data requirements, identify data sources, develop data collection tools and evaluation instruments for both long term programming and emergency operations.
* Conduct baseline surveys, midterm evaluations and impact assessment studies of key programmes/projects to determine relevance, appropriateness, effectiveness, efficiency and ensure that outcomes are consistent with KRCS strategic goals and objectives.
* Prepare terms of engagement for evaluation to be undertaken by third parties, provide substantive analysis and input to the exercise and monitor the follow up of evaluation recommendations for implementation.
* Devise strategies for linking program evaluation with ongoing program improvement by promoting knowledge management practices through introduction of methodological innovations, application of results and by promoting the effective dissemination and use of M&E findings, lessons and recommendations.
* Create a credible forum for exchange and learning from evaluation findings across different communities through M&E presentations in seminars, conferences, workshops and publications including annual reports and follow-ups on M&E policies and practices.

Minimum Qualifications

* Postgraduate qualification in Public Health, Sociology or equivalent qualifications.
* Over three (3) years relevant experience in the areas of M&E methods and approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory) with strong analytical and research skills.

Position Title: Programme Assistant
Reporting to: Monitoring & Evaluation Manager
Job Location: Headquarters

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Monitoring & Evaluation Manager for providing effective confidential administrative and secretarial support services in the development, implementation and evaluation of departmental management plans.

Specific duties include collecting and analysing data and information, preparing correspondence, providing information to staff and customers, scheduling appointments, planning and organising meetings and conferences, writing minutes and monitoring progress of various assignments given.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

* Maintain communication channels between KRCS headquarters and Regional offices.
* Prepare minutes, correspondences and reports in accordance to instructions.
* Respond to telephone inquiries, giving information to callers.
* Receive official visitors and walk in customers.
* Receive, sort, record and distribute mail, general correspondences and documents to officials.
* Organise meetings, conferences and training activities and provide effective secretarial support to proceedings.

Minimum Qualifications

* Diploma in secretarial studies or equivalent with speeds of 50wpm and shorthand 100wpm.
* Two (2) years experience gained from a busy office.

Key Competencies for the positions

* Demonstrated diverse knowledge on project management cycle.
* Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office as well as appropriate statistical packages.
* Effective communication skills and ability to present ideas clearly, both orally and in writing and to prepare comprehensive reports.
* Considerable knowledge of management information systems, proficiency in database systems, spreadsheet and flow chart applications, and budgeting.
* Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, analyse financial and operational data and information, think analytically and critically.

Applications must contain: Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 18th March 2011.

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It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi coordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti. It also runs Regional Specialist units that provide support and expertise to the ICRC’s delegations in East Africa, the Great Lakes region and the Horn of Africa.

The Regional Delegation in Nairobi is looking for an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the position mentioned below, who will be based in Nairobi.

Information Technology (IT) Technician

The Responsibilities

ICRC is looking for a young and energetic individual who has good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate should have a sense of analysis and initiative, the ability to work independently and in a team. The above position demands flexibility and ability to work under pressure.

Interested persons with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the below address, on or before 25th February, 2011.

Please include detailed curriculum vitae, current and expected remuneration and contact details of three referees.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

International Committee of the Red Cross
Denis Pritt Road
P.O. Box 73226, Nairobi
00200 - Kenya

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The Society is looking for qualified people to fill the following positions:

Position Title: Institutional Development Manager
Reporting to: Head of Regional Capacity Development
Job Location: Headquarters

Overall Purpose

The Institutional Development Manager is charged with the responsibility to plan, implement and coordinate the Society’s Institutional, Regional and Branch development programme in line with the mandate of the Society in collaboration with partners and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Regional Manager for effective coordination of Branch planning, budgeting and coordinating the implementation and delivery of high quality integrated humanitarian services and strengthening the capacity of Branch Governance as well as youth and volunteer development.

Responsibilities

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100,
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 28th January 2010.

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