Hunger Safety Net Programme Phase II
Social Protection Rights Component
Call for a Consultancy to undertake Data Entry and Analysis for Longitudinal Study

Background: HelpAge International (HelpAge) undertook a longitudinal study that looked at the application of Human Rights Based Approach to Cash Transfers and the impact of an inbuilt complaint and redress mechanism in the delivery of cash transfers.  

The primary results of this study will be used to improve policy the delivery of cash transfers in the country and improve targeting processes in Kenya.
This study was undertaken to provide lessons on implementation of a human rights framework for social protection, identifying best practices and disseminating lessons learned. 
HelpAge would apply and assess human rights principles of participation, non-discrimination, transparency and accountability to the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of HSNP. Based on these findings HelpAge will derive conclusions on the following. Giving meaning to progressive realization to cash transfer rights;Minimum core obligation of the state  and social protection floors;Develop a guide into rights based complaints and grievances mechanisms for cash transfers in Kenya;Develop tailored packages of support to deal with specific needs of  various groups;Helpage has undertaken data collection activities and have 2250 questionnaires that need to be entered into a data processing system.The objective of the consultancy is to enter all questionnaires into an SPSS database.
The following activities will be undertaken under the consultancy:The consultants expected to hire 3 data entry clerks and 1 data entry supervisor. It is calculated that all the data can be entered within five days.The consultant is expected to develop the data entry interface in SPSS based on the questionnaires;The consultant will train data entry clerks for one day on the questionnaires and the SPSS data entry interface;The consultant, the data entry supervisor and data entry clerks are expected to enter all the data within 5 days;The consultant will be responsible for cleaning the data.The consultant will provide all computers required for data entry.The consultant will be responsible for preparation, organization and implementation of training activities. The consultant will conduct day of training for the data entry clerks. Emphasis in training will be on proper techniques and ensuring accuracy in data entryData entry will take place in the offices of the consultant.Expected output: The consultant will provide cleaned data from all questionnaires in SPSS ver. 13 and above in soft copy

Applications should be send to hr@helpage.co.ke. 

Deadline for submission of applications 2nd May, 2014

Kenya Social Protection Programme Manager -  Hunger Safety Net project, Social Protection Rights Component (HSNP SPR)

National Position

Salary: Competitive Package
 

Contract Length: Open Ended - Subject to Funding
 Location: Nairobi, Kenya with regular travel to northern Kenya

Please Note: This is a national position in Kenya and is only open to Kenyan Nationals

HelpAge International is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives.  

Securing an income for older people through social protection mechanisms and in particular through social pensions is a strategic priority area for HelpAge.

HelpAge seeks to recruit a Social Protection Programme Manager for Kenya who will provide overall management and implementation of the Hunger Safety Net Programme Phase II social protection rights component which takes forward the grievance mechanism developed in Phase I along with payment processes and grievance management to 150,000 households.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Social Sciences or other related field and a post graduate qualification in Project Planning and Management.  

The candidate will have a good understanding of the social protection agenda in Kenya and Africa more widely as well as knowledge of rights based programming. The candidate should have substantial experience in managing complex projects, including financial management and budgeting. Other experience needed is the ability to build capacity of staff and partners, data interpretation and negotiation. Communication, including report writing skills, and analytical skills are essential in this position.

To apply, please send an up to date CV and covering letter by 15th February 2013, explaining how you meet the criteria for the role to the Regional Human Resources Coordinator at:  helpage@helpage.co.ke

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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HelpAge Kenya and HelpAge International urgently seek to engage 20 Field Research Assistants for a 4-days short-term assignment to take place in Mang’u, Gatundu North on 14th, 15th, 16th and 18th Feb.  2012.

Requirements

Graduate or University student
Background knowledge and experience in research techniques
Basic understanding/knowledge of HIV and its impact at community level
Ability to discuss sensitive issues in an appropriate way (e.g. discussing sexual behaviour with older people)
Fluent in local language (Kikuyu), Kiswahili  and English
Willing to sign confidentiality agreement

Please send a CV to: The Country Programme Manager, HelpAge Kenya; email: helpage@helpagekenya.org and helpagekenya@yahoo.com by close of business on Monday 4th Feb 2013.

Successful applicants will be paid a daily field allowance of Kshs. 2,500.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

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HelpAge Kenya and HelpAge International urgently seek to engage 20 Field Research Assistants for a 4-days short-term assignment to take place in Mang’u, Gatundu North on 14th, 15th, 16th and 18th Feb.  2012.

Requirements

Graduate or University student
Background knowledge and experience in research techniques
Basic understanding/knowledge of HIV and its impact at community level
Ability to discuss sensitive issues in an appropriate way (e.g. discussing sexual behaviour with older people)
Fluent in local language (Kikuyu), Kiswahili  and English
Willing to sign confidentiality agreement

Please send a CV to: The Country Programme Manager, HelpAge Kenya; email: helpage@helpagekenya.org and helpagekenya@yahoo.com by close of business on Monday 4th Feb 2013.

Successful applicants will be paid a daily field allowance of Kshs. 2,500.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

View the original article here

HelpAge Kenya and HelpAge International urgently seek to engage 20 Field Research Assistants for a 4-days short-term assignment to take place in Mang’u, Gatundu North on 14th, 15th, 16th and 18th Feb.  2012.

Requirements

Graduate or University student
Background knowledge and experience in research techniques
Basic understanding/knowledge of HIV and its impact at community level
Ability to discuss sensitive issues in an appropriate way (e.g. discussing sexual behaviour with older people)
Fluent in local language (Kikuyu), Kiswahili  and English
Willing to sign confidentiality agreement

Please send a CV to: The Country Programme Manager, HelpAge Kenya; email: helpage@helpagekenya.org and helpagekenya@yahoo.com by close of business on Monday 4th Feb 2013.

Successful applicants will be paid a daily field allowance of Kshs. 2,500.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

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Call for consultants

Invitation for Expression of Interest (EOI) and proposal to undertake End of Project Evaluation

EU Ref. NO: DCI-NSA PVD/2008/170-046

HelpAge Ref. No: UGA034

Consultancy Coordination: Nairobi, Kenya

1.0 Background

HelpAge International is a global network striving for the rights of disadvantaged older people to economic and physical security; healthcare and social services; and support in their care-giving role across the generations. In Africa, HelpAge has a network of more than 20 partner organizations. Our vision is of a world in which all older people fulfil their potential to lead dignified, active, healthy and secure lives.

HelpAge International is looking for an external evaluator to submit an expression of interest, interpreting the Terms of Reference with a proposal outlining methodology, timeframe, composition of team and fee for undertaking the End of Project Evaluation for a three year European Union funded project entitled: Improving Delivery of Local Government Services to Vulnerable Older People in Rwenzori Region, Uganda.

This project is being implemented in Rwenzori region, in the districts of Kasese and Bundibugyo by HelpAge’s affiliate Uganda Reach the Aged Association (URAA) in partnership with two community based organisations: Kasese Community Aged Foundation (CAFO) in Kasese district; and Bundibugyo Foundation for the Aged Sustainable Income Generating Association (BUSFASIGA) in Bundibugyo district.

The overall objective of the project is to contribute to poverty reduction and sustainable development in the two districts of Kasese and Bundibugyo of the Rwenzori region of Uganda through efficient and effective service provision to the population including marginalised older people. The specific objective is to empower community members, including vulnerable and marginalised older people, to influence the provision of services through their participation in the planning, implementation and monitoring of development activities.

The aim of this action is to strengthen community and civil society capacity to influence service delivery by the local authorities through their participation in the planning, implementation and monitoring of development initiatives. It seeks to support the creation of mechanisms that result in efficiency and accountability through a participatory community and civil society monitoring role of public resources.

In order to achieve this, the project will enhance the understanding of community members on their roles and responsibilities in governance structures as well as their knowledge of the various services available to them and the mechanisms for their delivery.

Further, community involvement in planning and decision-making will lead to a more demand driven service delivery that is more responsive to their needs.

Expected results of the project included:

Improved access to efficient and effective services responsive to the needs of older persons in the two districts.Older persons in the two districts increasingly included in local development processes.Effective dialogue between civil society and local authorities to promote equitable access to services by vulnerable groups.2.0 The purpose and justification of the evaluation

The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the effects of the project on the target population and the project’s contribution to policies, strategies, programmes and structure in improving accountability and access to services by older people and other vulnerable groups.

Additionally the evaluation will analyse the project’s contribution towards the set objectives in relation to the changing political, economic, and social scenarios.

The evaluation report will present achievements/impacts of the programme, identify key lessons learned, best practices, and recommendations that will provide both HelpAge and its partners with valuable information.

The main objectives of the evaluation are to:

Assess the extent to which the expected results of the project have been met and how the results have contributed to the reduction of poverty and sustainable development in the project areas including: Assessment of the relevance of the project activities to the needs and priorities of the targeted beneficiaries as well as its contribution to the EC Uganda Country Strategy, HelpAge International global Actions, the country’s National Poverty Reduction Strategy and provincial and district development plans. Reviewing the effectiveness of community and civil society capacity strengthening to influence service delivery by the local authorities through their participation in the planning, implementation and monitoring of development initiatives. Assessing the extent to which the project activities resulted in any unintended/unplanned results and impacts guided by indicators outlined in the project log frame providing tangible qualitative and quantitative evidence to support statements of impact made in the analysisAssess the effectiveness of HelpAge’s organisational set-up/management systems in the delivery of the project including the extent to which they contribute to, or inhibit the delivery of, the project results including:- Reviewing the accuracy of qualitative and quantitative data being generated by the project’s M&E system - including its ability to capture numbers as well as enhancing learning within the project.Identifying mechanisms put in place to ensure the sustainability of the project including involvement of target communitiesReview effectiveness of project management and financial management, contract management, inter-agency relationships, coalition partners, value for money etc. Partner management and institutional strengthening outcomes and achievement of HelpAge and partner in increasing accountability, transparency and sustainability of implementing partners. Establish how gender issues and the effects of the project on men and women have been captured.Identify good examples, practices or models in the project that can be documented and showcased for learning, scale up and Establish how the information and evidence generated within the project has been used by partners to improve programming and change the Organisation’s way of implementing programmes (knowledge management and sharing).Assess the effectiveness of advocacy work at the district and national level in attaining the set results including reviewing the extent to which the project has influenced other key actors in enhancing participation and involvement of vulnerable groups, their representation in various structures and resource allocation.3.0 The Scope of the End of Project Evaluation

The End of Project Evaluation will be carried out extensively and will examine as applicable the relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, sustainability and coherence within the project all cross cutting issues and standards.

The task is expected to begin by mid November 2011 and run through to mid January 2012, inclusive of report writing.

4.0. Expression of Interest and Expected Results

The potential consultants are expected to deliver as follows:

Interpreting the TORExplaining in detail the methodology to be used in carrying out the assignmentProviding a detailed professional budget in Euros (indicating daily professional rates)Explaining their competences to meet the requirements of the assignment Attaching brief technical biographical data of the core team-members Providing the duration of the assignment and when ready to undertake the assignment.Providing evidence of similar work undertaken in the recent past (not more than 3 years)5. Exclusion criteria

5.1 Tax Liability:

Settlement of any tax liability arising from this agreement will remain the responsibility of the consultant.

5. 2 Ineligibility Criteria

All potential contractors that fall into any of the following categories will be excluded from participating in HelpAge procurement procedures:

If your company/ firm is bankrupt, being wound up, are having your affairs administered by the courts, have entered into an arrangement with creditors, have suspended business activities, are the subject of proceedings concerning those matters, or are in any analogous situation arising from a similar procedure provided for in national legislation or regulations; If you have been convicted of an offence concerning your professional conduct by a court judgment; If you have been guilty of grave professional misconduct proven by any means that the contracting authority can justify; If you have not fulfilled obligations relating to the payment of social security contributions or the payment of taxes in accordance with the legal provisions of the Government of Uganda and Kenya.If you have been the subject of a court judgment for fraud, corruption, involvement in a criminal organization or any other illegal activity; If you have been declared to be in serious breach of contract for failure to comply with previous contractual obligations;All interested consultants must confirm in writing that they do not fall into any of the above categories.

5.3 Exclusion Criteria

In addition to the ineligibility criteria applied by HelpAge, the following exclusion criterion below applies:

If the consultant/firm is guilty of misrepresentation in supplying the information required by HelpAge as a condition of participation in the call for EOI, or fail to supply all of the information requested.4.4 Award Criteria

The following criteria will be considered when selecting the potential consultants:
Reflection of technical skills, delivery times, etc. Compliance with international normsPrice including any non-direct costs such as transportQualifications and experience of personnelReferencesDeadline for application: 16th November 2011.

Please send your application by email to: lnakakande@helpage.co.ke and jmuthoka@helpage.co.ke.

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Background

HelpAge International (HelpAge) has a vision of a world in which all older people fulfil their potential to lead dignified, active, healthy and secure lives.

HelpAge International’s mission is to work with its partners to ensure that people everywhere understand how much older people contribute to society and that they must enjoy their right to healthcare, social services and economic and physical security.

Globally HelpAge International’s work is organised in the following thematic areas:

Secured IncomeHIV/AIDS and HealthEmergencies and RecoveryRights and DiscriminationThe Global MovementHelpAge International and its partner HelpAge Kenya are looking for an external resource person to submit an expression of interest and interpretation of the Terms of Reference for undertaking a review of the 3-year project implemented between April 2009 to March 2012 entitled: Sponsor a Grandparent Programme.

Overview of the Programme

The Adopt a Granny (AAG) and Sponsor a Grandparent (SaG) Programmes in Kenya have supported the welfare of older men and women for over 20 years.

The Sponsor a Grandparent programme which was an improved approach to the former AAG programme was initiated in 2006 and operates as a three-year programme through partnership with local organisations responsible for delivering projects to improve the lives of vulnerable older people in line with HelpAge’s global strategy.

HelpAge Kenya has acted as the local Managing Partner for HelpAge since 2006, often as a conduit for channeling funds and coodinating reports and their submission to the HelpAge International in the UK.

Funding from the scheme is based on the submission of proposals from invited local partners whose projects are vetted by HelpAge and HelpAge Kenya against the SaG Proposal guidelines.

The current SaG cycle of projects for 2009-2012 is supporting over 3,000 older people (including over 600 carers of orphans and vulnerable children) through 29 projects run by local partners.

The activities for older people across the 29 projects are diverse, but can be categorised into four areas: food and nutrition support, basic healthcare, Non-food items, regular cash transfers and income generation activity support.

Our partners in the SaG programme are often faith or community-based organisations, committed to provide direct support to the needs of older people but with relatively limited experience or knowledge on approaches that build ownership and sustainability in the longer term.

Consequently projects have been more focused on activity based intervention with limited emphasis on impact or outcome to measure longer term changes.

As such, we have come to realise assessing the effectiveness or impact of such a programme heavily oriented towards providing welfare is problematic without an external review.

Although the programme which has evolved from its original AAG form to SAG in 2006 has many positive features and has provided services to many thousands of older people, it has been recognised that with the level of resources available there are a number of inherent weaknesses that need to be examined.

First, the large number of projects/partners scattered in a vast geographic area has limited the opportunities to share scalable good and/or cost effective practices.

Second, this has also limited the ability of the programme to build the capacity of partners to improve their programme design, implementation and monitoring of projects by learning and adopting innovative practices.

Beyond a basic exercise to confirm implementation of the proposed activities by the 29 partners, the review exercise will be an opportunity to capture activities that are proven to be sustainable, innovative and effective (based on agreed parameters such as level of older people’s empowerment, promotion of participation by older people, extent to which the programme increased access to other services by influencing other actors to change their policies and practices.

Purpose of the Review

The programme review has several purposes:

A desk-based verification exercise on the coverage of activities for all 29 projects based on submitted reports.A sampled project audit of partners to perform a field-based, activity, beneficiary and implementation approaches verification on a selection of approximately 50% of projects under the programme. Documenting effective practices based on field visits to a selection of approximately 50% of projects with a specific focus on access to health, HIV and care services; livelihoods; supporting older carers; empowerment, participation and sustainability, including an assessment of the effectiveness, relevance and value for money of the practices. Improve knowledge of our partners’ areas of specific expertise, as a reference for future potential engagements or partnerships with HelpAge Kenya or HelpAge.Identify any points of urgent action related to the protection of older people or children, compliance on implementation and management of the projects.Review of organisational structures in order to identify gaps and make recommendations for improving the organisation’s engagement in community based programmes addressing the needs of older people.Confirm implementation of the reported activities, based on documented or verbal evidence from the partners, older people and other stakeholders. Assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the activities undertaken in terms of the perceived value to the older people supported and by the partners. Document views of other players/stakeholders and local authorities on how they perceived the programme and the partner’s work and its contribution to reducing poverty and fitness to the local development priorities and strategies .Establish how gender issues are being addressed by the programme and the effects of the activities on older men and women;To record the practice used by the projects to:support improved access to health, HIV and care services by older peopleimprove the capacities of older carers to support themselves and their grandchildren (orphans and vulnerable children)empower older people to participate in project activities, leadership role and/or wider lobbying activities with local or national authorities. This should include an assessment of how accountable and transparent the partner has been to older people, families, community members and stakeholders with regard to beneficiary selection, activity programmes, budgets and fundingbuild capacities to sustain any of the activities without further external fundingCollating a partner skills register: collection of information on the wider activities and expertise of partners, with examples.Duration and timetable

The proposed time period for the review is between 28th November 2011 to 28th February 2012

Expected documentation

All interested consultants are requested to write an expression of interest by:

Interpreting the TORExplaining in detail the methodology to be used in carrying out the assignmentProviding a detailed professional budget indicating daily professional rates;Explaining their competences to meet the requirements of the assignment Providing the duration of the assignment and when ready to undertake the assignment.Providing evidence of similar work undertaken in the recent past (not more than 3 years), including contact details of references Interested candidates should apply to: (please give your name and email address) and put a deadline, giving like five days for potential candidates to prepare their submission.

Deadline for application: 11th November, 2011

Please send your application by email to: helpage@helpage.co.ke

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HelpAge International (HelpAge) is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives

Location: Kenya - Nairobi

HelpAge International, Africa Regional Development Centre

Reporting to: HIV and AIDS Portfolio Manager

Overall Purpose of the Job

To work with the Portfolio Manager of BIG Lottery Fund supported programme in ensuring the effective implementation of BLF projects in at least two countries.

Provide information on best practice for HelpAge International and others to support and contribute to HelpAge’s strategy of enabling older men and women receive quality health HIV and care services; and specifically support the HIV and AIDS advocacy strategy.

Job Activities

Provide on-going daily support to partners in AFR 600 projects for Ethiopia and Uganda for effective and timely implementation of the nine projects within the framework of the project contracts.Support the Portfolio Manager to receive and coordinate both narrative and financial reports from partners in six countries and to develop quality control mechanisms to ensure efficient reporting to BIG Lottery Fund.Help develop HelpAge’s regional and global HIV and AIDS strategy by taking a lead in AFR 600 projects in two countries within the portfolio that promotes older people’s active participation in lobbying and advocacy.Support partners and beneficiaries in the two countries in developing national HIV and AIDS policies and strategies that ensure the inclusion of older people’s issues in the current HIV and AIDS strategiesBuild the capacity of partners in to develop and implement sound HIV and AIDS programmes, through effective training events and timely mentoring.Support the Monitoring & Evaluation Officer in data quality assurance issues and the Learning Officer to ensure consistency in data and type of learning gathered and disseminatedSupport the Regional Advocacy and Communications Manager in providing technical support and guidance to the project advocacy groups and to partner organizations in implementing regional level advocacy initiativesContribute to the development and dissemination of information on key lessons learnt in the HIV and AIDS work within and beyond the HelpAge network in Africa and globally.Develop links and share experiences with other stakeholders in order to promote the mainstreaming of ageing issues in HIV and AIDS, poverty reduction and advocacy programmes development work.Support the Portfolio Manager in strengthening best practices in governance in partner organizations.Participate in the activities of the HelpAge International Africa Regional Development Centre and undertake additional duties as requested to achieve the Regional Development Center’s and HelpAge International’s overall objectives.Extent of Authority

The post-holder will make day-to-day decisions regarding the implementation of work within an agreed set of Performance Objectives worked out with the post-holder’s line manager.

Person Specification

Essential

Degree level of educationA minimum of three years experience in working with NGOs managing and implementing development programmesA minimum of 5 years experience in development work, especially at the policy levelExperience in advocating issues affecting vulnerable groups and influencing policies and strategies in line with thisAn in-depth understanding of HIV and AIDS and related issues in AfricaExtensive experience in programme developmentExperience in institutional strengtheningAppreciation of and experience in operational research and its application in programmingUnderstanding of participatory knowledge management and willingness to document and disseminate lessons learntExperience in the operation of an international development organisation.Fluent spoken and written EnglishAbility to write narrative and financial reports of a standard required by international donor organizations.Skills in working with local and national agencies and to represent the work of HelpAge International to them and their beneficiaries.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of people, including project participantsKnowledge and interest of ageing preferredFamiliarity with HIV and AIDS, public health, international development, and/or social science researchHow to apply

To apply for this position, please send an updated CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role to helpage@helpage.co.ke

Closing date: 07 Mar 2011

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Regional HIV & AIDS Progamme Coordinator
2 year contract with possible extension
Based in Nairobi, Kenya

HelpAge International (HelpAge) is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives. With more than 70 affiliates and 300 partners across more than 50 countries the HelpAge International network brings together hundreds of organisations worldwide.

The Africa Regional Development Centre (ARDC) is one of six regional centres working to build and strengthen older people’s organisations around the world which provide a wide range of services related to social protection, sustaining a livelihood in old age, HIV and AIDS, discrimination & abuse, health and emergencies.

The overall purpose of the job is to work with the Portfolio Manager of the BIG Lottery Fund supported programme in ensuring the effective implementation of projects in at least two African countries.

The Programme Coordinator will provide information on best practice for HelpAge International and contribute to HelpAge’s strategy of enabling older men and women to receive quality health HIV and care services as well as specifically support the HIV and AIDS advocacy strategy.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Public Health, Social Sciences or any other relevant discipline with three years work experience in an NGO. Strong numerical, communication (written and spoken) and interpersonal skills are essential attributes for this role. Familiarity with HIV and AIDS programme implementation and advocacy is preferred, as well as ability to write well designed reports.

HelpAge International Job Description

Job Title: Regional HIV & AIDS Programme Coordinator [AFR600]

Grade: NS2

Location: Africa Regional Development Centre, with regional travel

Responsible to: Regional Programme Manager

Reporting to: HIV and AIDS Portfolio Manager

Relations with Others:

Affiliates, partners, Country Development Programmes- to support, train, monitor and evaluate in the implementation of AFR 600 projects and keeping in line with the wider HIV and AIDS strategy of the ARDCRegional Development Centre staff – to ensure synergy and linkages with the Social Protection, Rights and Emergency global action areas, Advocacy and Communications and promote donor compliance, build the knowledge base at the ARDC and consistency of approach in HelpAge International’s work in the region and to ensure the development of complementary activitiesDevelopment organizations working on HIV & AIDS – to share information and influence changes in policies and practicesRelevant national and regional HIV and AIDS and social protection networks, forums and working groups, the media and associations of PLHIV to ensure that we are building appropriate alliances in our quest for inclusive policies and programmesStaff and volunteers of NGOs, INGOs and Governments to disseminate learning and sharing of experiencesIn HelpAge London with the project team involved in project 9 in relation to the tasks of the Programme and with the learning and evidence team to contribute to the wider organizational learning agenda Overall Purpose of the Job

To work with the Portfolio Manager of BIG Lottery Fund supported programme in ensuring the effective implementation of BLF projects in at least two countries, and to provide information on best practice for HelpAge International and others and to support and contribute to HelpAge’s strategy of enabling older men and women to receive quality health HIV and care services and specifically support the HIV and AIDS advocacy strategy.

Job Activities

Provide on-going daily support to partners in AFR 600 projects for Ethiopia and Uganda for effective and timely implementation of the nine projects within the framework of the project contracts. Support the Portfolio Manager to receive and coordinate both narrative and financial reports from partners in six countries and to develop quality control mechanisms to ensure efficient reporting to BIG Lottery Fund.Help develop HelpAge’s regional and global HIV and AIDS strategy by taking a lead in AFR 600 projects in two countries within the portfolio that promotes older people’s active participation in lobbying and advocacy.Support partners and beneficiaries in the two countries in developing national HIV and AIDS policies and strategies that ensure the inclusion of older people’s issues in the current HIV and AIDS strategiesBuild the capacity of partners in to develop and implement sound HIV and AIDS programmes, through effective training events and timely mentoring. Support the Monitoring & Evaluation Officer in data quality assurance issues and the Learning Officer to ensure consistency in data and type of learning gathered and disseminated Support the Regional Advocacy and Communications Manager in providing technical support and guidance to the project advocacy groups and to partner organizations in implementing regional level advocacy initiatives Contribute to the development and dissemination of information on key lessons learnt in the HIV and AIDS work within and beyond the HelpAge network in Africa and globally.Develop links and share experiences with other stakeholders in order to promote the mainstreaming of ageing issues in HIV and AIDS, poverty reduction and advocacy programmes development work.Support the Portfolio Manager in strengthening best practices in governance in partner organizations.Participate in the activities of the HelpAge International Africa Regional Development Centre and undertake additional duties as requested to achieve the Regional Development Center’s and HelpAge International’s overall objectives.Extent of Authority

The post-holder will make day-to-day decisions regarding the implementation of work within an agreed set of Performance Objectives worked out with the post-holder’s line manager.

Person Specification

Essential

Degree level of educationA minimum of three years experience in working with NGOs managing and implementing development programmes A minimum of 5 years experience in development work, especially at the policy levelExperience in advocating issues affecting vulnerable groups and influencing policies and strategies in line with thisAn in-depth understanding of HIV and AIDS and related issues in AfricaExtensive experience in programme developmentExperience in institutional strengtheningAppreciation of and experience in operational research and its application in programmingUnderstanding of participatory knowledge management and willingness to document and disseminate lessons learntExperience in the operation of an international development organisation.Fluent spoken and written EnglishAbility to write narrative and financial reports of a standard required by international donor organizations.Skills in working with local and national agencies and to represent the work of HelpAge International to them and their beneficiaries.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of people, including project participantsKnowledge and interest of ageing preferredFamiliarity with HIV and AIDS, public health, international development, and/or social science researchTo apply for this position, please send an updated CV and covering letter by 7th March 2011 explaining how you meet the criteria for the role to:

Human Resource Officer
HelpAge International
Africa Regional Development Centre,
P.O. Box 14888 - 00800
Westlands, Nairobi
Email: helpage@helpage.co.ke

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

HelpAge International is an equal opportunities employer

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Resource Development Coordinator

National Position, Based in Nairobi

HelpAge International is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives.

The Resource Development Coordinator will be responsible for expanding HelpAge’s income source to develop and implement programmes and projects in the five global action areas of securing income; Health and HIV and AIDS, Rights and Discrimination, Emergency and building the HelpAge Network.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Social Sciences or related field. S/he should have demonstrable experience of working in mobilising resources from major bilateral donors, foundations and various charities.

The candidate is knowledgebase on current donor trends and is capable of undertaking donor intelligence and advice HelpAge management and partners on decisions. Is analytical, has research skills and interpersonal skills and is able to represent the organisation in donor forums. Has a good understanding of programme design and implementation and can develop Project Logframe and is able to develop concept notes and proposals.

The ideal candidate will also have the experience of building the capacity of partners in developing resource mobilization strategy and development of skills.

For more information, below please find a detailed job description for this role and the person specifications.

Job Title: Resource Development Coordinator
Grade: NS 2
Department: Programmes Location : ARDC, Kenya
Responsible to: Regional Representative, ARDC
Line Management: Regional Programme Manager, ARDC

Key Relationships:

ARDC Programme, Finance teams and other country offices in Africa regionResource Development team in LondonProgramme Officer in LondonFrequent liaison with external audiences, in particular with representatives of donor agencies, based in African countries.Direct communication with affiliates and partners in Africa on specific resource development issues.To contribute to the growth and expansion of HelpAge’s income to support in the development and implementation of programmes responding to the five global action areas.Job responsibilities and key tasks
Work with HelpAge ARDC, country offices and the UK to develop, review and implement resource mobilisation strategies to meet funding needs and targets.Conduct research and policy analysis of donors in the region so as to increase understanding of the donor environment in Africa as well as long term perspectives and preferencesIdentify, suggest innovative funding options and develop funding relationship with new donors with grant-making offices in AfricaEstablish systems for record keeping of funding/donor issues and timely follow up and reportingIncrease HelpAge Africa offices understanding of donor policies and practices through donor mapping and liaison by coaching and sharing experiences as appropriate;Support Regional staff to effectively manage donor relations, networking and liaison, ensuring that HelpAge’s profile and influence is increased across existing and prospective donors at national and regional levels;Assist in the planning of HelpAge’s work through the provision of donor intelligence relevant to strategic programme work.Provide support and advice on all aspects of ARDC’s project development and grant management processes including (needs analysis, concept development and initial stages of grants management)Lead in the identification of funding opportunities and support programme staff directly or indirectly in the preparation of funding applicationsMaintaining effective working relationships with Resource Development Colleagues in other HelpAge country offices. Work in collaboration as necessary and appropriate in liaison with programmes and country teams.Represent HelpAge externally in Africa by contributing to improved networking with other organisations on funding issues, sharing learning and jointly exploring opportunities.Advocate for changes in policy and practice among restricted income donor by networking with other organisations on funding issues, sharing learning and exploring opportunities for joint working and consortia applicationsRaising the profile of HelpAge International at country and regional levelEnsure HelpAge maintains good relationship with donors by advising on the development and implementation of projects that meet donor criteria and presentation of funding proposals in line with donor requirements and priorities as well as maintaining and updating personal contacts within donor organisationsWork closely with the M&E specialist to contribute to the documentation, collation and sharing of learning in the region on our ways of working (processes) as well as content (impacts and outcomes) – to share within and outside the organisationWork closely with advocacy and communication teams to ensure that opportunities developed by the advocacy and communication strategy are maximised to generate new income.Assist in the development of fundraising skills and training for HelpAge offices in Africa and partners to contribute to the development of funding strategies and skills among the network members in the region.Provide day-to-day support and advice on funding issues relating to current grants and planned proposals to ARDC and other HelpAge offices in the region.Work with programme teams and country offices to prioritise funding needs in the region an share information as appropriateEnsure identified donor opportunities are shared with relevant programme teams and country offices and partners and effectively responded toRD strategy implemented and regularly reviewedInstitutional and other funding opportunities fully identified and tapped into Effective support provided to programme teams during programme design and writing of funding applications.Provide intelligence support to the programme team to engage with donorsPositive relationships developed with ARDC programme teams, staff, affiliates, partners and external parties through the coordination and communicationIn collaboration with the Contract Management Coordinator maintain a clear audit trail of proposals, contracts, donor reports, donor visits and feedback, meetings etc)RD tools developed, reviewed and implemented (needs assessment tools, capacity needs assessment and training guide etc)Work closely with M&E and contract management coordinator to ensure consistency in compliance observance to both internal and donor requirement in the design, implementation and monitoring and evaluation stages of programmes.Growth in unrestricted income in the region is realisedA qualified person with demonstrable experience and knowledge of major bilateral donors, foundations and a wide range of charities.Good analytical and research skills, able to review, write and present project proposals and funding applicationsGood understanding of project design, planning and implementation and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Skills to train and support partners in developing resource mobilization strategy and the techniques of fund raising.Experience in word processing and numeracy skills, with understanding of budgets and spreadsheets.To apply for this position, please send an updated CV and covering letter by 5th January, 2011, explaining how you meet the criteria for the role to:

Human Resource Officer
HelpAge International
Africa Regional Development Centre,
P.O. Box 14888 - 00800
Westlands, Nairobi

Email: helpage@helpage.co.ke

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

HelpAge International is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Programme Officer

National Position, Based in Nairobi, Kenya

HelpAge International (HelpAge) is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives.

With more than 70 affiliates and 300 partners across more than 50 countries the HelpAge International network brings together hundreds of organisations worldwide.

The Africa Regional Development Centre (ARDC) is one of six regional centres working to build and strengthen older people’s organisations around the world and provide a wide range of services related to social protection, sustaining a livelihood in old age, HIV and AIDS, discrimination & abuse, health and emergencies.

The Programme Officer will provide support in ensuring effective implementation of projects within Africa funded by a range of donors. In conjunction with the team in the respective global action areas, the post holder will play a key role in the design, and implementation of the programme in tandem with the plans, budgets and terms and conditions of the specific donor contract.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Social Sciences or any other relevant discipline with three years work experience in an NGO. Strong numerical, communication (written and spoken) and interpersonal skills are essential attributes for this role. Ability to work across various projects and to disseminate information and write well designed reports is required.

For more information, below please find a job description for this role

Job Title: Programme Officer
Department: Programmes
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Responsible To: Regional Coordinator – Rights and Entitlements

Key relations:

Regional Development Centre staff – to ensure consistency of approach in HAI’s work in the region and to ensure the development of complimentary activities.Affiliates, partners and HelpAge Country Development Programmes.UK Secretariat staffStaff and Volunteers of NGOs, INGOs, academic institutions and Governments.To provide support for the delivery of HelpAge targets with specific focus on the five global action areas of Securing Income in old age, Rights and Discrimination, HIV/AIDS and Health, Emergencies and building the HelpAge Network in accordance with the global and regional 5 years Strategic Plan.Job content and Key Tasks

General

Support the Programme Managers in the design, development of proposals, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of designated projects.Manage the expenditures of designated projects by ensuring agreed project budget is strictly adhered to, financial procedures are observed both in accordance the specific donor contract and agreed standards and all supporting documents are provided.Compile regular internal and external (donor) reports – both narrative and financial in conjunction with other programme and finance staffSupport in the organization of workshops from planning to execution including preparation of workshop budgets, and liaison with logistics and communication with participantsReview, edit and circulate research, policy review reports and health manual from the programmes in liaison with the Regional Communications & Information Officer (RCIO) and other programme staff based on the thematic area.In liaison with the RCIO and other team members, develop and disseminate information within and beyond the HelpAge network in Africa.Support data collection and analysis for various projects as assigned and provide information on the overall trends in collaboration with the Regional M&E OfficerWork with the M&E Officer to develop data collection tools and improve and analysis and reportingCollect and collate data generated by partners and input into the annual report and the Monitoring and Evaluation framework.Follow-up on pending issues raised by partners in their reports Take lead in the documentation of good practice so far realized in the Rights and Discrimination global action areas including process and resultsSupport with record keeping and with programme implementation plansWork with the Contracts Management Coordinator (CMC) to ensure due dates for internal and external reporting are met by partners in relation to the designated projects the PO is responsible for.Support the CMC by inputting and updating data in the CMS system, and keeping relevant contract and strategic documents both electronically and in hard copies.Support CMC in sub-granting activities particularly those related to partner contract drafting and following up of compliance issues with the project managers.Support the CMC in tracking compliance issues of donor contracts.Support Project holders to ensure communication and follow up with implementing partners for reports and monitoring and encouragement to continue linkagesSupport project managers to follow up timely payment to partners and ensure the appropriate documentation of acknowledgement from partnersBe responsible for the management of the Support a Grand Parent Programme in liaison with the SAG Programme Officer in London and implementing partners ensuring project, spokespersons, financial reports and photographs are regularly receive, reviewed and submitted to London.Be responsible for the management of the Development Education Programme and in liaison with the responsible officer in London ensure Southern partners maintain communication with their partners in the North; regular programme and financial reports are received, reviewed and submitted and appropriate records are kept.To undertake any other duties as assigned by the Regional Representative or her Appointee.Extent of Authority

The Post holder will make day to day decisions regarding the implementation of work within an agreed framework and budget limitations.

Person Specification

Essential

Bachelors DegreeAt least 5 years work experience with an NGOExcellent written and oral communication skillsExperience of compiling, producing and disseminating informationExperience in budget monitoring and preparing financial reportsExcellent verbal and written communication skills.French, Portuguese or Arabic would be an advantage.Strong computing skills preferably with knowledge/experience of Word, Excel and AccessStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.Ability to write narrative reports of a standard required by international donor organisations.Knowledge and Interest of ageing issues preferredTo apply for this position, please send an updated CV and covering letter by 5th January, 2011 explaining how you meet the criteria for the role to:

Human Resource Officer
HelpAge International
Africa Regional Development Centre,
P.O. Box 14888 - 00800
Westlands, Nairobi
Email: helpage@helpage.co.ke

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

HelpAge International is an equal opportunity employer

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Project Manager – Strengthening Social Protection to prevent and mitigate the impact of HIV and AIDS and poverty in sub-Saharan Africa

National Position, Based in Nairobi

HelpAge International is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives.
The Project Manager will provide overall management of a three year Project by working with HelpAge Country Offices, partners and nested organisations.

The Project Manager will ensure the execution of the project in accordance with the plans, budgets and terms and conditions of the contract with the donor.

In particular the Manager will also ensure that HelpAge is able to reinforce compliance within the HelpAge country offices and partners in Africa and the Africa Platform for Social Protection (APSP) and the Coalition on Children Affected by HIV and AIDS (CCABA).

Furthermore the Project Manager will be responsible to support the institutional development of APSP and ensure development milestones agreed are achieved.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Social Sciences or other related field, five years experience in Project Management with focus on HIV and AIDS and Social Protection, strong organisational development, capacity building, team working and negotiation skills as well as own initiative and ability to work under pressure.

The candidate will also have strong budget and financial management skills and is able to ensure project finances are effectively accounted for.

For more information, below please find a detailed job description for this role and the person specifications.

Job Title: Project Manager
Grade: NS1
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: Programmes
Reporting to: Regional Advocacy Manager

Key relations:

Advocacy TeamHIV and AIDS Regional TeamRegional Programme ManagerContracts Management CoordinatorRegional Development Centre staffOverall purpose of the Job:

To provide overall management of a three year Sida funded Regional Programme by working with HelpAge country offices and partners in Africa. The Programme Manager will ensure the execution of the programme in accordance with the plans, budgets and terms and conditions of the contract with the donor.

In particular the Programme Manager will be responsible for the nesting arrangement currently with the Africa Platform for Social Protection (APSP) and the Coalition on Children Affected by HIV and AIDS (CCABA).

Job content and Key Tasks

Provide management, technical and supervisory support to the Advocacy and Social Protection teams and partners in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the project activities related to this programme and measuring its impact.Responsible for the co-ordination and timely implementation of the programme project ensuring effective liaison with the SP and Advocacy teams, country offices and partners ensuring they all support the delivery of the project in accordance with the approved plans and budgets.Ensure effective coordination between the various ARDC thematic, M&E, Contracts Management, Communication and Finance and Administrative teams to ensure the programme receives all round support.Manage contracts and be responsible for ensuring compliance with the Terms and Conditions of the Grant as agreed with Sida and in accordance with HelpAge’s internal contract management policies and proceduresEnsure annual programme targets are delivered on time by refining the existing and proposed annual plans and budgets and developing workable detailed plans.Assist the Regional Advocacy Manager and the regional team, including partners, in the implementation of the regional level advocacy activitiesParticipate in meetings and other events involving key HelpAge International’s audiencesResponsible for the preparation and submission of timely donor narrative reports and ensuring corresponding financial are prepared and submitted on time.
Be responsible for the profiling of the programme by abiding by internal reporting systems and timeframes including monthly report, annual planning, mid-term and year end reports and others as appropriateCoordinate capacity building activities to ensure the milestones developed for APSP’s autonomous status are achieved and regular technical and management support is provided to APSP to achieve this goalAs the budget holder, be responsible for programme finances ensuring the programme phasing is produced on time and a Detailed Budget Sheet is generated and uploaded in the SUN system to facilitate the generation of timely Project Monitoring Sheets.Ensure the budget is managed with strict adherence to good practice financial procedures and the specific donor conditions. In case of deviation, provide feedback and guidance on corrective measures.Work closely with the Finance team in designing effective budget monitoring systems, ensuring individual project budgets are regularly tracked and deviations from the budget are identified, investigated and corrective measures taken promptlyEnsure the quality of the programmes/projects is maintained through an effective monitoring system and that accurate data and information documented and reported according to requirements.Undertake additional duties as requested to achieve HelpAge Africa’s strategic objectivesExtent of Authority

The post holder will make day-to-day decisions regarding the implementation of work within an agreed framework and budget limitations.

Person Specification

Essential

Degree in social sciences or related areaAt least 5 years experience in management of complex programmes – including financial managementAt least 5 years working in an NGO environment with a regional set-upExperience in operational managementExperienced in managing programmes focused on HIV and AIDSStrong organisational development skills and ability to capacity build partnersStrong team working and negotiation skillsAbility to show initiative and to work under pressureBe administratively self supportingKnowledge and interest in ageing issues preferredKnowledge of social protection, public health, international development, and/or social science researchTo apply for this position, please send an updated CV and covering letter by 5th January, 2011, explaining how you meet the criteria for the role to:

Human Resource Officer
HelpAge International
Africa Regional Development Centre,
P.O. Box 14888 - 00800
Westlands, Nairobi

Email: helpage@helpage.co.ke

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

HelpAge International is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For a more comprehensive collection of jobs in Kenya, visit our new Kenyan Jobs Website http://www.kenyan-jobs.com/