Vacancy: Country Funding Coordinator
Contract Type: National Fixed Term (1 Year)
Are you a fund raiser with extensive experience with major donors? Are you able to ensure quality and consistent relationships with institutional donors and support programme teams in the management of project funding? Oxfam is committed to ridding the world of poverty. We have a conviction that people are well capable of building a livelihood without poverty on their own, once given the chance to do so. Which is why we support local projects in developing countries, and why we lobby governments and companies to take into account the interests of the poorest people.
Support the Country Programme Develop and coordinate development of the country funding strategy according to agreed Oxfam processes, by assisting the country team in planning, development and submission of competitive, high quality concept papers, donor proposals, and coordinating with the finance team, on budgets. Oversee funding processes according to Oxfam Funding Guidelines, be responsible for quality control of the funding processes and communications, and advising on brand risk management. Provide professional support, advice and training to managers/budget holders/support services in funding processes. Assess and strengthens capacity of colleagues and partner staff across the country in the planning, securing and managing of unrestricted and restricted funds. Resolve diverse and sometimes complex problems related to funding and donor relationship management. Ensure, in close collaboration with the information coordinator, effective co-ordination between affiliates in country in relation to institutional funding and information flows with Global Program Funding team. Engage in peer networks of other country fundraising staff within region, between regions and globally as appropriate. Oversee a portfolio of existing donor contracts to ensure compliance with donor requirements; ensure reports are of good quality and submitted on time; Analyse and provide advice to staff on the funding policies and requirements of different donors, seek advice and input from, colleagues in country team, affiliate HQ (donor leads) for high risk donors.Bachelor or Masters Degree in relevant area. Required country related work experience 5 or more.Significant experience in managing donor contracts and fundraising activities, in particular from institutional donors, such as ECHO, DFID, AusAID, OFDA, CIDA, UN agencies etc. Sound understanding of Program Cycle Management in emergencies and/or development environments.Strong numeracy and financial skills, particularly in developing budgets, financial management / monitoring and reporting. Proven ability to develop and present proposals and donor reports, for both internal and external audiences. Ability to research, analyse, and report Ability to network and represent Oxfam to donors and external institutions;If you believe you fit the job and person profiles please send your application to somaliajobs@oxfam.org.uk or apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs. The closing date for applications is 9th May 2014

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International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)
Km. 45, Carretera Mexico-Veracruz
El Batan, Texcoco, Edo. de México, CP 56130 México
Tel: +52(595) 9521900 Fax: +52(595) 9521983

Write funding proposal for equipment for health care centre

All Round Regional Outreach Web

TASK

We need volunteer who know to write a quality funding proposals for our organization.volunteer will work with our project coordinator on main objectives when he/she is writing the proposal.The project coordinator will be there to give volunteer all necessary information that volunteer may need when writing the proposals.

The volunteer will be closely working with our local project coordinator who will be giving him/her the information to put in the proposal and monitor the process and activities. The duration of this assignment is 1-2 months. ARROW KENYA will collaborate with the volunteer on the process and certificate will be awarded at the end of the assignment to all volunteers.

Number of volunteers: 1

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Arrow Web Hospital is a small community-based health care center, involved in provision of health care services training of community health workers, community outreach, project in addressing issues in countless suffering communities such as health awareness literacy, food security, family planning, inclusive and compassionate approach, including HIV/AIDS, maternal and reproductive health

OBJECTIVE

The Hospital is aim to a ultrasound machine a dental set for dental services,this will help the hospital to achieve a long term sustainable and it will enable the hospital to save more live than they are saving now and stop transferring patient to other hospitals.

Region or country

Kenya

Development topic

Health

REQUIREMENTS

We need someone who has already developed some quality proposals and we may ask him/her to provide a link to the same.

Areas of expertise

Journalism and information

Languages

English

Hours per week

1-5

Duration in weeks

24

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International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)
Km. 45, Carretera Mexico-Veracruz
El Batan, Texcoco, Edo. de México, CP 56130 México
Tel: +52(595) 9521900 Fax: +52(595) 9521983

Write funding proposal for equipment for health care centre

All Round Regional Outreach Web

TASK

We need volunteer who know to write a quality funding proposals for our organization.volunteer will work with our project coordinator on main objectives when he/she is writing the proposal.The project coordinator will be there to give volunteer all necessary information that volunteer may need when writing the proposals.

The volunteer will be closely working with our local project coordinator who will be giving him/her the information to put in the proposal and monitor the process and activities. The duration of this assignment is 1-2 months. ARROW KENYA will collaborate with the volunteer on the process and certificate will be awarded at the end of the assignment to all volunteers.

Number of volunteers: 1

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Arrow Web Hospital is a small community-based health care center, involved in provision of health care services training of community health workers, community outreach, project in addressing issues in countless suffering communities such as health awareness literacy, food security, family planning, inclusive and compassionate approach, including HIV/AIDS, maternal and reproductive health

OBJECTIVE

The Hospital is aim to a ultrasound machine a dental set for dental services,this will help the hospital to achieve a long term sustainable and it will enable the hospital to save more live than they are saving now and stop transferring patient to other hospitals.

Region or country

Kenya

Development topic

Health

REQUIREMENTS

We need someone who has already developed some quality proposals and we may ask him/her to provide a link to the same.

Areas of expertise

Journalism and information

Languages

English

Hours per week

1-5

Duration in weeks

24

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Reports to  : CEO

Scope:

To manage the implementation of the funding strategy and the communication initiatives of the organization.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

?Identify and research potential funding opportunities.
?Procure funding for the various initiatives.
?Liaise with media for profile-raising purposes.
?Communication Management.

Specific Roles and Responsibilities

Fundraising Coordination

?Develop a funding strategy with the assistance of the corporate strategy team.
?Researching and identifying potential donors.
?Prepare funding proposals and presentations to potential donors and key stakeholders.
?Manage the partners? databases and communicate with current donors/Partners.
?Co-ordinate the fundraising committee (where applicable).
?Stay up to date on the local and global factors that may affect the funding initiatives.
?Establish links with other potential partners and statutory bodies.

Communication Management

?Develop and maintain a comprehensive communications plan in line with the brand strategy.
?Ensure that the organization?s communications tactics are aligned to the business and brand objectives.
?Integrating online and offline strategies into the overall communications strategy.
?Maintaining strong relationships with communications and PR partners e.g. media houses etc.
?Manage event planning and campaigns as needed.

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

Scope of Work

With the supervision and guidance of the Senior Program Coordinator, Somalia, the Grants and Funding Manager will be responsible for ensuring efficient grants management and funds mobilization for the country program. The position will link closely with the program and operation team members at Nairobi and field offices, and various technical units. The Grants and Funding Manager will also line manage the volunteer based at Nairobi.

Job Description/Responsibilities Fund Raising • Develop, update and implement a well designed funding plan for the country program in line with country program strategy, working in coordination with the HQ business development team members • Researching and collecting information from external and internal sources about potential funding opportunities for the country program • Identify, assess and approach new donors and represent the IRC as required with donors together with relevant program and management team members • Analyze and provide advice to program staff and senior management on the funding policies and formal requirements of donors • Build fund raising capacity within the programme team and training staff on donor relations, proposal writing, reporting, and donor contract management Program Design & Proposal Development • Draft quality donor proposals and other grant documentation designed in collaboration with the Senior Program Coordinator (SPC), program staff and technical advisors, ensuring that IRC’s Program Framework, Strategic Planning goals, and Design, Monitoring & Evaluation guidelines are incorporated into proposals and projects. • Work with the SPC in proposal and budget development process for all public and private-sector donors relevant to the country program • Monitor overall donor issues (strategy, partnerships) and funding trends by undertaking research of donor websites, attending coordination meetings and discussions with IRC country, regional teams and the technical advisers Grants Management & Compliance • Working with the guidance of the SPC, work closely with program managers/ coordinators and the operations (Finance and logs) teams on all grants related tasks, specifically focused on compliance and grants administration • Maintain the grants and report tracking system to ensure all grant files are organized and well managed for planning and preparation of donor reports and project monitoring. Maintain grants and sub-grant management system, including grant files, project and financial reporting documentation, and monitoring systems and tools to ensure sub-grant compliance. • Support the organization and follow-up of grant opening meetings, monthly grant review meetings, and grant close out meetings. Support program teams in monitoring program activities, work plans and BvAs on a monthly basis to ensure program quality in collaboration with the SPC and program managers/coordinators. • Undertake training for program and operation staff at country office and field office level on grants management related issues. • Provide technical guidance on IRC and donor regulations to ensure compliance within program implementation and reporting. Raise compliance issues with program staff, finance staff, SPC and Country Director as necessary. Reporting & Documentation • Manage all internal and external reporting, ensuring high-quality, well-written and timely reports meeting donor and IRC requirements, with support from the SPC and program managers/ coordinators. • Prepare narrative program reports in accordance with donor designated formats, including OFDA/USAID, ECHO, DFID, EC and other donors as required. Ensure that draft reports disseminated for review and feedback by senior management team, relevant technical advisers, and HQ staff prior to submitting the final report to donor. • Consolidate monthly internal program progress reports based on input from program managers, including tracking progress on program indicators and reporting on key program highlights/issues. • Preparation and update of country program and specific sectoral information sheets. Provide relevant communications information as necessary for dissemination to donors, regional office and HQ. Monitoring & Evaluation • Work with the SPC and Program Coordinators in supporting development of strong data collection and monitoring & evaluation plans within each program and proposal. This includes developing logical frameworks and indicators with technical input from program staff. • Undertake field visits to the offices at Somalia to orient about the program, understand the monitoring systems in place and provide recommendations on the same • Undertake training for the field team members on program monitoring systems (working with the Coordinators and Managers)

Required Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in international relations or other relevant field; Masters preferred • 3 to 5 years of INGO field experience in a similar position: grant management, proposal development (program narratives and budgets) and donor reporting. • Knowledge of UN (UNHCR/ UNDP/ UNICEF/WHO), US (USAID/OFDA), EU (ECHO/ EC) and UK (DFID) donor regulations, procedures and requirements • Proven experience of raising funds from USAID, ECHO, DFID, EU, UN, private donors, multilateral agencies etc • Proven ability to develop winning proposals to public and private-sector donors • Ability to represent IRC to donors and external actors as necessary • Excellent written and spoken English essential • Excellent organizational skills, ability to determine priorities and attention to detail a must • Ability to work in a multicultural context as a flexible and respectful team player • Willingness to travel to the field as and when needed • High-level of knowledge and practice with Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. required • Work in a multisectoral/ multicultural team- patience, cultural sensitivity and application of contextual understanding in day to day work • Ability to work with tight deadlines for proposal development/ information needs

Please apply online: www.ircjobs.org or http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7361 .

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Chriatian Aid Kenya NGO jobs and careers.

Program Funding Officer – East Africa & Ethiopia Job Reference: PFD/031/JG

Christian Aid is striving for wholesale change to rules that keep people poor. We work wherever the need is greatest,giving people strength to find their own solutions to the problems they face, irrespective of their religion.

So if you’re passionate about helping others, and want to help us drive positive change across the world, join us.

In this role, your main focus will be to support the work of Christian Aid, its international partners and alliances, in securing and managing programme funding from institutional donors and large foundations, and to develop Christian Aid’s partners’ and country offices’ programme funding capacity. The role will be based in Nairobi and working across
the Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Ethiopia. Occasional travel is required in the role.

You will have strong background knowledge of institutional donors, particularly the EU, ECHO, DFID policies funding modalities and rules. You will need to have good understanding of international development issues, financial controls and procedures and project cycle management. Able to work independently you will have strong communication and relationship building skills to ensure you are able to contribute to the delivery of information, ideas and opinions within a workgroup.

This role requires a university degree or equivalent qualification; in-depth knowledge of institutional funding mechanisms including a successful track of fund raising; at least two years experience in designing, managing and evaluating emergency and development projects; knowledge of humanitarian standards and policies; and, strong communication and representation skills. Fluency in English and strong IT skills are mandatory.

Please show your suitability for this post by giving answers to the following questions: Using the guidance notes in our pack may help you formulate your answers.

1. Effectiveness and accountability
Describe a specific project or activity in which you had to identify tasks and set priorities for others? (Describe the project or activity. How did you assign tasks and set priorities? What factors did you take into account in assigning tasks? In setting timelines? What was the outcome?)

2. Writing Skills
There are many different kinds of situations when we have to adapt our writing to the reader. Please describe a time when you had to adapt your writing, for example your content, approach, tone, style, to respond to the needs of an audience. (Describe the type of information you were trying to convey. Who was the audience? What did you do to adapt your writing to the audience? Why? How did things work out?)

3. Innovation and Creativity
What is the most innovative idea or solution that you have ever come up with? (What was the issue you were addressing? How was the idea / solution different from any other you considered? How did others react to your idea?How was it implemented? What improvement did the idea offer? What was the outcome?)

4. Communication and interaction
Describe a time when you have built strong collaborative relationships with people outside your immediate workgroup

Salary range for this position: Kes 3,057,828 p.a to 3,460,860/- p.a.
We value the contribution each person makes to the success of our organisation, so you can expect a range of rewards and benefits that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

To apply for this post, please visit our website on www.christianaid.org.uk to download an application pack and email your application to nairobi@christian-aid.org. The closing date for application is 20th April 2010. Interviews will be on the week commencing 25th April 2010. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please note, CVs will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applicants who are Kenyan nationals or those who are eligible to work in Kenya.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

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VSO is a leading international development organisation that fights poverty through people. We deliver relevant and cost effective work that promotes volunteering to fight global poverty in over 50 countries around the world.

What does the role involve?

VSO's vision is for a world without poverty and we currently have an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual to play a key advisory and support role in Horn & East Africa on all aspects of project development and funding.

You will support VSO's programme staff in the region to develop projects and proposals that attract the increasing amounts of funding required for the implementation of our ambitious strategies, and support programme staff to manage these projects in line with each donor's terms and conditions and VSO protocols.

What skills, experience and personal qualities are needed for the role?

You must have proven success of identifying and securing funds and managing contracts for development work from major institutional donors.
Excellent interpersonal, networking and communication skills are also essential, as is a good understanding of overseas development issues.
Experience of working with trusts, foundations and corporate donors, and of developing staff capacity through peripatetic on-the-job support and occasional training and knowledge of the region would be an advantage.For further details, please visit www.vso.org.uk/vacancies

VSO values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Salary: £23,816 per annum

Location: Based in the region (with nationwide and some overseas travel required)

Benefits: 37 days including Public Holidays, Pension scheme & Relocation benefits (applicable for international relocation)

Closing date: 26 November 2010 at 12pm (midday) UK time

Interview date(s): w/c 6 December 2010

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(Based in Kenya)

Description of the unit / department:

The Horn & East Africa region (HEARO) is one of five regions where Tr?caire works overseas, with its regional office based in Nairobi, Kenya. Somalia is one of the five priority countries within the HEARO Region.
Background to the Role:
Tr?caire’s programme in Somalia is located in the Gedo region. The programme is comprised of health and primary education components supported by a strong advocacy agenda. The recently-developed Strategic Framework for Somalia has a strong emphasis on quality combined with greater integration of the health and education programmes, appropriate humanitarian response and clearly defined advocacy. All of this work is carried out with a strong developmental perspective. The programme is supported by staff and offices in Mandera and Nairobi. The annual budget for the country programme is approximately €2million.

Reporting to: Somalia Country Representative.
Management responsibility: n/a
Contract Type: Fixed term
Contract Duration: 1 year initially, with the possibility of renewal.
Grade & Scale: Overseas Programme Officer
Location of Position: Nairobi, Kenya. When possible, travel to Mandera, Kenya and Gedo, Somalia, as well as occasional international travel.

Scope of the Role:
The role is responsible for Tr?caire’s advocacy and programme funding in Somalia. It also links with the wider advocacy and funding agenda of the organisation.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Relationship Management
• Support the Country Representative in advancing Tr?caire’s interests in Somalia, liaising with UN agencies, EU and donor delegations, international & local NGOs, relevant networks and CI/CIDSE agencies;
• Support visiting delegations, such as Irish Aid or other donor partner groups;
• Participate in, and link with, local and national civil society fora;
• Facilitate field visits as required by Tr?caire staff or visitors invited on their behalf;

Institutional Funding
• Monitor the funding requirements of the programme and identify suitable donors, public and private;
• Maintain as diverse and flexible a funding base as possible;
• Ensure programme interventions are in line with emerging national policies for Somalia;
• Work closely with the Somalia Finance & Operations Managers to ensure information and activities are being captured in a manner acceptable to donors;
• Monitor the expenditure of donor money closely advising the Country Representative of under- or over-spends in a timely manner;
• Ensure Tr?caire is fully accountable to donors and beneficiaries and fulfills all contractual obligations;
• Ensure the production of high quality programme reports for donors and, where relevant, for Tr?caire’s purposes;
• Monitor donor government foreign policy for its impact on aid conditionality and its compatibility with Tr?caire;
• Liaise with Tr?caire’s institutional funding unit in Ireland and identify aspects of Somalia programme work which can contribute to achieving the global strategic plan;
• Contribute to the preparation of budgets to Tr?caire head office/regional office, ensuring adherence to approved budgets and developing financial reports;

Advocacy
• Maintain a comprehensive analysis of the national socio-economic and political situation;
• In collaboration with the RLO, develop and implement a detailed position paper and plan to inform Tr?caire’s advocacy;
• Participate actively in co-ordination fora;
• Liaise with key advocacy partners such as Oxfam to identify common targets and agenda;
• Ensure Somalia remains high on Tr?caire’s advocacy agenda and that the advocacy conducted is evidence-based;

Communications & Fundraising
• Support the Country Representative in undertaking media work on behalf of Tr?caire;
• Ensure Tr?caire’s work in Somalia is well reflected in Tr?caire’s communications work in terms of quantity and quality;
• Develop suitable proposals for the fundraising unit to use in their work with the public including major donors;
Person Specification – Essential Requirements
(E) Qualification
• Graduate level education in a relevant subject.
(E) Experience
• At least five years’ experience of working with an international organisation;
• Good understanding and experience of project management cycle, participatory appraisal techniques, and budget management;
• Proven track record of securing donor funds and managing donor relationships;
• Experience of managing advocacy work in complex and politically sensitive environments.
(E) Skills
• Strong financial management skills;
• Strong writing and analytical skills;
• Computer competency in main Windows applications;
• Written and spoken fluency in English.
(E) Qualities
• Commitment to Tr?caire Partnership, Vision, Mission and Values and ways of working, including an understanding of a partnership approach to development;
• Ability to build successful relationships and to work cross-culturally;
• Innovative, flexible and able to work in stressful and insecure environments;
• Familiarity with global justice, development issues and humanitarian advocacy.
(E) Other
• Availability to work outside normal working hours and to travel extensively, and occasionally internationally;
Person Specification – Desirable

• Knowledge of the Somalia working environment.
• Competence in spoken Somali
• Empathy with the role of the Catholic Church in development

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