Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined the programs of SC UK, SC Canada and SC Finland to create a single operation in Kenya. 

In February 2014, we completed a second transition, which saw us join forces with the British INGO, Merlin, and merge their health and nutrition programs with our own. 

Save the Children now has an operational presence in Bungoma, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Turkana and Wajir and we work through partners in many other parts of the country. We employ more than 300 staff and have an operating annual budget in 2014 of approximately US$25 million.

SCI Kenya is in the process of implementing an Adolescent Girls Initiative Action Research across four sectors of Health, Wealth Creation, Education and Prevention of Violence, in Wajir County, together with other partners namely; Population Council, Plan International and APHRC.

Reports to: MEAL coordinator - Wajir

Staff directly reporting to this post:  None

Key Areas of Accountability:

Interested candidates are required to submit a CV and mandatory cover letter to Kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org  by 3rd Oct. 2014 indicating the Position Code on the subject line.  

Role Purpose: SCI are anticipating funds for the AGI-K Programme Assistant position, who will be responsible for the support of the AGI-K Programme team to effectively achieve its goals and deliver on its outputs and work plan.
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Reports to: Senior AGI-K  Programme Manager

Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programs delivered both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined the programs of SC UK, SC Canada and SC Finland to create a single operation in Kenya. In February 2014, we completed a second transition, which saw us join forces with the British INGO, Merlin, and merge their health and nutrition programs with our own. Save the Children now has an operational presence in Bungoma, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Turkana and Wajir and we work through partners in many other parts of the country. We employ more than 300 staff and have an operating annual budget in 2014 of approximately US$25 million.
Staff directly reporting to this post: None

Key Areas of Accountability:

Make various payments
Provide support to the Programme Team including participation and assistance to preparation and conducting of programme meetings, quarterly and annual reviews and other relevant programme meetings and events.Support the programme in spot checks and the compilation of reports.Ensure all files and documentation – including contracts, proposals, and field travel TORs – are well organised digitally as well in hard copy and regularly updated.Ensure that invoices (payment vouchers) are processed for payment on time and are well documented.Assist in the drafting of consultancy contracts, process consultants’ expenses reports, and coordinate consultants travel needs.Assist in closing the documentation cycle in contract management and payment processing.Draft letters and undertake basic correspondence on behalf of the program unit as needed.Assist in organising training/workshops for program Drafts correspondence, takes dictation and instructions on a variety of programme related subject-matters.Keeps list of names, addresses and telephone numbers of Programme counterparts and Ministers, Government Officials.Contribute effectively to planning, monitoring, reporting and information dissemination of programme activities.Participate actively in organisation-wide learning and other joint activities.Undertake any other tasks as may be assigned by the Supervisor.Personal integrity/Commitment to mandate-holds himself accountable for actions taken.Knowledge sharing/continuous learning – Takes responsibility for personal learning and career development and actively seeks opportunities to learn through formal and informal means.  Learns from others inside and outside the organisation adopting best practices created by others.Valuing diversity – observes and inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her own biases and behaviours.Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)
 Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children valuesHolds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achievedSets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the sameWidely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates othersFuture orientated, thinks strategicallyBuilds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supportersValues diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strengthApproachable, good listener, easy to talk toDevelops and encourages new and innovative solutionsWilling to take disciplined risksHonest, encourages openness and transparencyBachelor’s degree in a relevant fieldAt least two years’ experience related to your responsibilitiesVery good writing skills in English with keen attention to detailDemonstrated experience of working in teamsDemonstrated an ability to set clear and appropriate priorities focussing on tasks and activated, which have strategic impact on resultsDemonstrated ability to anticipate and meet information needs of the team and other stakeholders.Commitment to excellence.Fluency in English, both verbal and written, preferredCommitment to Save the Children valuesHow to Apply

Interested candidates are required to submit a CV and mandatory cover letter to Kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org  by 3rd Oct. 2014 indicating the Position Code on the subject line.  

Team / Programme: AGI-K Programme

It is also expected that evidence from research will influence national policy and support scaled up, cost-effective interventions for adolescent girls in the future. This is also in line with Save the Children’s Theory of Change.
Save the Children will work with the government of Kenya at both national and county levels and communities to facilitate the randomized control trial to test a package of multi sectorial interventions for girls ages 11-14  and also the most cost-effective that will provide the greatest impact for girls in Northern Kenya and urban slums
 Scope of Role: SCI are anticipating fund for the Project Officer who will provide technical support and leadership to community mentors required for the successful implementation of Adolescent girls programming and will support the Project coordinator in awareness raising activities, including the provision of information on the project interventions. The AGI-K officer will be responsible for providing training and mentoring to adolescent girl’s mentors and the community facilitators.

Reports to: AGI-K Programme Coordinator

Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programs delivered both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined the programs of SC UK, SC Canada and SC Finland to create a single operation in Kenya. In February 2014, we completed a second transition, which saw us join forces with the British INGO, Merlin, and merge their health and nutrition programs with our own. Save the Children now has an operational presence in Bungoma, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Turkana and Wajir and we work through partners in many other parts of the country. We employ more than 300 staff and have an operating annual budget in 2014 of approximately US$25 million.
Staff directly reporting to this post: None

Key Areas of Accountability:

Support to Programme Delivery

Interested candidates are required to submit a CV and mandatory cover letter to Kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org by 3rd Oct. 2014 indicating the Position Code on the subject line.  

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DNDi focuses on developing new treatments for the most neglected patients suffering from diseases such as sleeping sickness (or human African trypanosomiasis), leishmaniasis, Chagas disease, malaria, specific Helminth infections, and paediatric HIV.

The initiative’s primary objective is to deliver 11 to 13 new treatments by 2018 and to establish a strong R&D portfolio for these diseases.

DNDi Africa, based at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), in Nairobi, Kenya, was established in 2003 at the outset of DNDi.

This key regional office conducts research and development projects in the region, including clinical trials for leishmaniasis and malaria. It also runs a data management centre for processing clinical trial results and serves as the headquarters of the Leishmaniasis East Africa Platform (LEAP).

The Africa office is seeking to recruit a suitable candidate for the following vacant position

Position: Regional Communications Manager

Reporting to the Head, DNDi Africa and Head of Communications and Advocacy, DNDi Geneva and working in collaboration with communications and advocacy teams in Geneva and other regional offices

Overall objective of the job:

To contribute to DNDi’s global communication strategy and coordinate and manage communication activities in Africa aimed at;

(a) Developing a communications strategy and plan of action for all DNDi activities in Africa according to the general DNDi action plan for Communication & Advocacy;

(b) Developing strong media relations in national and regional media;

(c) Reinforcing DNDi corporate communications by developing communication tools to emphasize DNDi’s activities in Africa

(d) Leading DNDi advocacy activities in Africa, including boosting government engagement in R&D; access to medicines; new favorable environment for R&D including strengthening the regulatory environment in Africa, positioning of African decision makers with respect to international initiatives, etc.

Main duties and responsibilities:

Strategy and Planning

Regional Finance & Administration Manager
DNDi Africa Liaison Office
Kenya Medical Research Institute
Email: africarecruitment@dndi.org

Applications should include the following:

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: IPA-Kenya Nairobi Office

Reporting To: Regional Director, Deworm the World Initiative

Introduction

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a rapidly growing, global non-profit organization with operations in over 40 countries. We are dedicated to discovering what works to help the world’s poor. We design and evaluate programs in real contexts with real people and provide hands-on assistance to bring successful programs to scale.

IPA-Kenya (IPAK) is IPA’s oldest and largest country office and the site of many of its most influential research projects. IPAK is also the site of IPA’s largest scale-up initiatives including Kenya’s National School-Based Deworming Programme and Safe Water Programme.

The IPA-Kenya office was established in 2006 in Western Kenya and now employs over 200 people.

About School-based Deworming

Parasitic worms are a widespread global problem, affecting an estimated 400-million school-age children. These infections have immediate and long-term negative impacts on children’s health, mental and physical development, education, and adult earnings. Leading researchers have demonstrated that deworming through schools is one of the most cost-effective methods of increasing overall school attendance and participation.

Our Scale-up Efforts

The Deworm the World Initiative (DtWI), led by Innovations for Poverty Action and the Partnership for Child Development, actively supports the scale-up of school-based deworming programs worldwide to improve children’s health, education, and long-term development.

To date, DtWI has helped to treat 35 million children across 27 countries. Roughly half of these children were treated through the scale-up of brand new programs for which DtWI provided advocacy and/or in-depth technical assistance to plan, implement and evaluate. The Kenya program is a flagship program of the Initiative.

Role Description

The Deworm the World Initiative seeks a qualified applicant for the position of Senior Program Coordinator for the National School-based Deworming Program in Kenya.

The Senior Program Coordinator is part of a small, high-level team responsible for providing support to Kenyan governmentofficials to scale a successful school-based deworming program to the national level. The program aims to provide deworming medication to over five million children in Kenya in 2012, and every year thereafter for five years.

The Deworm the World team and the Kenyan government will accomplish this task by initiating a training and drug distribution cascade that will ultimately train teachers to deliver deworming medication through Kenyan schools. The program will operate in four provinces, 66 districts, and approximately 10,000 schools. There is a significant monitoring and evaluation component to this program.

The Senior Program Coordinator will be the senior member on a team of other Program Coordinators who will support the government in developing and bringing to fruition a national school based deworming program reaching 5 million children. The Senior Project Coordinator will lead efforts and guide other Project Coordinators in their work with policymakers from Kenya’s Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health, experts at the Kenya Medical Research Institute, district-level government officials, and partner organizations.

The Senior Project Coordinator will also take a leadership role in other activities necessary to reach the scale intended for this program. This includes strategic planning as the program adapts to new contexts over time, fundraising and relationship-building, and management issues. This position requires significant leadership experience, cross-cultural awareness, strong problem-solving skills, flexibility, and excellent communication and organizational skills.

Job Purpose

Play a leadership role in accomplishing the program’s mission of supporting the government’s National School-Based Deworming Program, treating 5 million children annually, and strategically planning for future years.

Create and improve systems of program management and coordination between external stakeholders andrelevant members of the Deworm the World technical staff, program coordinators, and policy staff.

Specific Responsibilities

Program Support

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in economics, public policy, health, or relevant social sciences; master’s degree or higher preferred

Experience:

Applications can be submitted via email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.

Please ensure the subject line reads “Senior Program Coordinator DtW-2011_12_02”.

Please attach the following documents:

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by email for an interview.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may be filled prior to the application deadline.

The application deadline is January 10, 2012.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Senior Program Coordinator.

The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities.

Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant.

Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization.

Please direct questions to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.

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Regional Coordinator: WWF Africa Climate Change Adaptation Initiative

Reporting to the Conservation Director, WWF Eastern & Southern Africa Programme (WWF-ESARPO), the Regional Coordinator has overall responsibility to coordinate the activities of the Feasibility Phase of the WWF Regional Climate Change Adaptation Initiative in Africa so as to assist WWF offices in Africa to integrate climate change considerations into their work programmes in order to safeguard high value conservation areas and local livelihoods in the areas in which WWF works through support for capacity building, climate change adaptation planning, vulnerability assessments and implementation of adaptation measures.

Conducts inventory of WWF offices engaging in adaptation and the capacity in WWF offices in adaptation.

Develops communications materials on WWF in Africa’s role in adaptation and ongoing activities in collaboration with WWF offices, and participates in relevant regional forum meetings, with the purposes of expanding our networking abilities, sharing WWF’s experiences and lessons learnt, and identifying possible opportunities for collaboration and growth.

Facilitates the development of a vision and strategy for climate change adaptation in WWF activities in Africa.

Provides technical support for implementation of, and coordinates with, existing WWF adaptation initiatives.

Provides technical inputs to POs and country offices for their funding proposals for climate change adaptation.

Develops annual plans and budgets in conjunction with the Oversight Committee.

Develop a proposal for the second phase of the initiative

Key Requirements are:

Note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Post Title: Finance Officer

Post Level: Regional

Organizational Unit: Nile Equatorial Lakes Subsidiary Action Program (NELSAP)

Project: Sio-Malaba-Malakisi River Basin Trans-boundary Integrated Water Resources Management and Development project

Duty Station: Kakamega, Kenya

Expected Starting date: August 2011

Duration: One year (6 months probation period), with possibility of extension

Reports to: Project Manager

Reference: NELSAP-IP-003-11

Deadline: 15th July 2011

Background

The Nile Basin Initiative [NBI] is a partnership of the riparian states of the Nile comprising Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. Eritrea is participating as an observer.

The NBI seeks to develop the river Nile in a cooperative manner, share substantial socioeconomic benefits, and promote regional peace and security to achieve its shared vision of “sustainable socio-economic development through the equitable utilization of, and benefit from, the common Nile Basin water resources”.

The Nile Basin Initiative (NBI) has received a Grant from Sida, Norway and World Bank through the Nile Basin Trust Fund (NBTF) towards the cost of implementation of the Sio-Malaba-Malakisi River Basin Transboundary Integrated Water Resources Management and Development Project under the Nile Equatorial Lakes Subsidiary Action Program (NELSAP). Kenya and Uganda countries participate and benefit under the project.

The NELSAP Regional Coordination Unit now seeks to recruit competent nationals from either Kenya or Uganda – the two NBI participating countries in this Project to the position of Finance Officer.

Main Duties

The Finance Officer shall directly report to the Project Manager for all functions and duties of the project. He/she, however, shall be responsible to the NELSAP Finance and Administration Manager for technical guidance.

The functions and responsibilities for the post-holder will include the following amongst others:

The appropriate candidate shall meet the following qualifications and experience requirements:

The Finance Officer will be based at the Project Management Unit located in Kakamega, Kenya but shall be travelling in the Nile Equatorial Lakes Region in accordance with Program needs and funding availability.

Contract duration will be for 1 year with a possibility of annual extensions to the end of the project, based on the performance, need of the services and availability of funding. NBI offers a competitive salary package commensurate with the qualifications and experience.

Recruitment

This position will be recruited competitively based on advertisement in regional newspapers. The position is open to candidates from the two Nile Basin participating countries (Kenya and Uganda). Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants are invited to send a cover letter and full CV including date of birth and nationality by July 15th, 2011, to email: nelcu@nilebasin.org or to address below:

NBI/NELSAP
P.O. Box 6759 Kigali Rwanda
Inyota House
Plot 1957, Boulevard de l’Umuganda, Kacyiru
Fax : +250 0252 580100 Tel : + 250 0788307334
E-mail :nelcu@nilebasin.org.

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.

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AMI is incorporated in the Republic of Kenya as a non-profit, nongovernmental organization and enjoys the benefits of a Host Country Agreement with the Government.

To strengthen its institutional building, AMI is looking to employ a Director of Communication & Knowledge management. The incumbent will report to the CEO.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for the overall coordination of AMI’s content production destined to improve the knowledge and capacity of its members; organize and implement AMI’s corporate communication towards its members, supporters, stakeholders and other civil society and government entities.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 10 years experience in a similar position in Africa working with media owners and operators from around the continent.

The incumbent must have a strong Knowledge and experience in media development on the continent and a clear understanding of the challenges facing the industry.

He/she must demonstrate a solid track record in delivering pilot projects in view to scale them. French language is a requirement.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit electronic applications, consisting of a letter of interest (two pages or fewer) and complete curriculum vitae, in either Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF Format, to the following AMI email address by close of business on 15th June 2011: jobs@africanmediainitiative.org

Please include “AMI Director of Communications & Knowledge Management Search” in the subject line.

The successful candidate is expected to take up the position as soon as possible. She/he will be based in Kenya where AMI is headquartered.

The salary package will be negotiated based on experience and current salary level.

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AMI is incorporated in the Republic of Kenya as a non-profit, nongovernmental organization and enjoys the benefits of a Host Country Agreement with the Government.

To strengthen its institutional building, AMI is looking to employ a Finance & Administrative Director. The incumbent will report to the CEO.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for management and oversight of all financial processes and procedures.

These include budgeting coordination and budget monitoring, financial procedures and internal controls, accounts payable and purchasing integration, payroll systems, cash flow management, computerized accounting systems and procedures, audits, and leadership management activities.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 8 years experience in a similar position in Africa working with a diverse group of funders.

Knowledge and experience in media development as well as comfort working with individuals from different cultural backgrounds are important advantages.

Excellent Excel modelling skills will be a must.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit electronic applications, consisting of a letter of interest (two pages or fewer) and complete curriculum vitae, in either Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF Format, to the following AMI email address by close of business on 15 June 2011: jobs@africanmediainitiative.org

Please include “AMI Director of Finance & Administration Search” in the subject line.

The successful candidate is expected to take up the position as soon as possible. She/he will be based in Kenya where AMI is headquartered.

The salary package will be negotiated based on experience and current salary level. http://www.africanmediainitiative.org/

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AMI is incorporated in the Republic of Kenya as a non-profit, nongovernmental organization and enjoys the benefits of a Host Country Agreement with the Government.

To implement its ambitious programme of activities, AMI is looking to employ a Director of Strategy & Programmes. The incumbent will report to the CEO.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for the overall coordination of the implementation of AMI’s programmes.

The incumbent will work closely with the CEO and consultants to make sure that programme activities are deployed on time and on budget making sure that the core strategy of improving the media landscape to empower people remains at the center of AMI.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

The incumbent must have strong analytical abilities, excellent knowledge and experience of the African media industry as well as a good understanding of private sector development. He/she must demonstrate an ability to achieve under challenging circumstances including but not limited to hostile audiences.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit electronic applications, consisting of a letter of interest (two pages or fewer) and complete curriculum vitae, in either Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF Format, to the following AMI email address by close of business on 15th June 2011: jobs@africanmediainitiative.org

Please include “AMI Director of Strategy & Programmes Search” in the subject line.

The successful candidate is expected to take up the position as soon as possible. She/he will be based in Kenya where AMI is headquartered.

The salary package will be negotiated based on experience and current salary level.

http://www.africanmediainitiative.org/

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The Intellectual Property Initiative Project Evaluation

I. About IEA

The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) is a Think Tank with the mandate to promote an informed discourse on key policy issues. The IEA provides important research and analytical support to policy makers and implementers drawn from three arms of government: the executive, legislature and the judiciary.

Our main programme activities are: Regulation and Competition Policy Programme, Budget Information Programme, Trade Information Programme, Futures Programme and Special Programmes. IEA’s vision is to have “A Kenyan society with a well managed economy that allows for informed public participation where national interest, justice and dignity of all citizens are upheld".

This vision is focused on the future and defines the scope of the IEA’s work so as to ensure that the economy is well managed through participation of citizens.

On the other hand, IEA’s mission is “to facilitate the review of policy and public affairs by Kenyans in order to inform decision making processes”. This mission is derived from its very broad and futuristic vision in addition to its unique experience in exerting transparent and knowledge-based influence on policy processes and outcomes.

In pursuit of its Vision and Mission, the IEA undertakes its work while espousing and exhibiting a set of important values. These values stress the centrality of knowledge, good governance, pursuit of excellence in all institutional activities, justice and fairness, equity, commitment, relevance, professionalism, corporate responsibility, teamwork, accountability, objectivity, futuristic orientation, adaptability, personal growth and innovation.

The Trade Information Programme (TIP)

Kenya is simultaneously engaged in a number of trade negotiation agreements and processes that cover a variety of issues. The agreements include: regional agreements - the East African Community (EAC) treaty, the Common Markets for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) agreement, the Cotonou Partnership agreement (CPA) with the European Union (EU); and multilateral agreement - the World Trade Organization (WTO) agreement.

These agreements cover a wide range of issues such as trade, finance, governance, co-operation etc. The Institute recognizes that it can no longer react to trade issues as they emerge, if it is to continue as a public policy think tank, it must begin to anticipate future change rather than merely react to change.

Programme Goal

To be an influential actor in Kenya’s trade negotiations, policy formulation and reforms and impact assessment.

Objectives

Project Goal

The main goal of the Intellectual Property Initiative (IPI) Project is to increase the level of awareness of stakeholders and the public, on issues relating to patenting and copyrights through research and advocacy activities, in order to use the existing IP system in Kenya as a tool for achieving development and poverty reduction.

Objectives

Trade Information Programme
Email: admin@ieakenya.or.ke
on or before Wednesday, 27th April 2011

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Position Title: Chief of Party – Yes Youth Can

Primary Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Program/ Department Summary:

The Yes Youth Can initiative is an upcoming USAID program that focuses on building youth-owned, youth-led and youth-managed institutional arrangements and capabilities at both national and county levels.

The Yes Youth Can Program has five objectives:
increase economic prospects for youth through skills development and access to finance to create: economically viable microenterprises; self-reliant community level economic development projects, and; employment opportunities
improve youth voice in local, regional, and national policy dialogue through enhanced advocacy capabilities and inter-ethnic dialogue
expand youth access to essential services that are more youth-friendlyestablish new institutional arrangements that can leverage public and private resources through youth-managed organizations; and
create a new approach to empower youth through youth-owned, youth-led and youth-managed actions.Mercy Corps Kenya has been responding to the violence in Kenya following disputed presidential elections in December 2007 through the Local Empowerment for Peace (LEAP) program in Rift Valley province.

LEAP is working with communities especially affected by the violence to build the capacity local level Peace Committees and stimulate dialogue on the underlying causes of conflict. The project has a strong Youth focus through cash-fork programming for at-risk beneficiaries and longer-term income generation activities for youth-led microenterprises.

The sister program, LEAP Sport is supporting more than 3,000 inter-ethnic sports teams with training in teamwork, cooperation, reconciliation, and non-violent conflict resolution.

General Position Summary:

The Chief of Party (COP) – “Yes Youth Can” is a senior level position with Mercy Corps Kenya. S/he will be responsible for providing program guidance, oversight, and management of an upcoming USAID-funded project whose overall objective is to support recovery and development in areas that experienced post-election violence or are at risk to experience election-related violence in the future.

This will be accomplished through building the capacity of youth, youth groups and youth-serving organizations to engage with each other, with markets, government and communities, and pursue their legitimate needs and interests more effectively while promoting inter-ethnic understanding and tolerance.

Given the multifaceted character of the circumstances Kenyan youth face, the activities contemplated to support youth development must be integrated, multi-sectoral and mutually reinforcing.

The COP of Yes Youth Can will directly manage project staff and will work closely with them to ensure high quality and the timely implementation of activities.

The level of oversight will require traveling to field sites, representation, and coordination with project partners and external stakeholders, such as local and international NGOs, CBOs, business groups, and local and central government authorities.

The successful candidate will be expected to lead the development of creative new programming for youth and reconciliation drawing on best practices from other countries and programs with a focus on building local capacities. Additionally, strong emphasis will be placed on the provision of mentoring leadership and advice to project staff.

Essential Job Functions:
Lead the overall design, management, and reporting to the donor on all components related to the project; Provide technical oversight in establishing a youth-owned, youth-led and youth-managed fund that can support local solutions for community economic development while it grows in value.Promote economically viable youth enterprises with new finance products and methodologies, as well as development of new skills to facilitate livelihood development and employment.Network youth, youth groups, and youth-serving organizations and strengthen their linkages with all relevant development actors so that their undertakings are both economically and politically self-sustainable, and promote ethnic tolerance.Support broader based youth policy development to create a more enabling environment for youth enterprises, youth employment and youth civic engagement.Management and mentorship of local program staff and other partners, gradually transferring skills and capacities;Representation and coordination with donor, local governance institutions, local partners, private sector, and other project stakeholders; Regular reporting to the Mercy Corps Country Director and donor on program progress, ensuring that required deliverables are met in a timely fashion;Engage and develop joint initiatives with government, community leaders, NGOs, private sector and other stakeholders, providing heightened exposure and maximizing impact of the project;Work with project staff on an ongoing basis to ensure smooth planning, preparation, implementation and joint monitoring and evaluation of program activities and achievements towards project goals.Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility: Overall supervision of the Yes Youth Can program team including expatriate and national staff; and local and international sub-grantees.

Accountability:

Reports Directly To: Mercy Corps Kenya Country Director

Works Directly With: Deputy Chief of Party, Yes Youth Can Rift Valley and Central province CoP (program I), Operations/Finance Staff

Knowledge and Experience:
MA/S or equivalent in management, international development, business, finance or related field required.Successful record of accomplishments in establishing and/or managing a large investment fund that provides direct grants, loans through financial intermediaries, and technical assistance ranging from $5,000 to $100,000, preferably to youth groups and youth organizations. Managing Director level experience preferred.Experience with applying a robust business model to expand a fund’s resource base and attract financial support and strategic partnerships from a variety of development partners and the government. Minimum ten years experience in finance, , as well as a strong background in institution-building and management required. .Minimum of 10 years experience in international development; Kenya experience highly preferred.;5 years of field management experience.COP or senior-level leadership required of a $20 million or more sized donor-funded project.; Technical expertise in youth self-employment and youth enterprises development Technical expertise in decentralized public administration and planning. Experience managing youth, conflict/reconciliation, job skills/employment and/or civic education programs.; Experience with USAID rules, regulations and requirements.History of working effectively and respectfully with host government, NGOs, contractors and other partners.;Ability to effectively convey programmatic goals, enlist partnerships, and work with a range of program and external stakeholders.; Success Factors:
Innovative, decisive and inclusive leadership approach Demonstrated experience with involving youth in transparent decision making, leadership, and management processes.Creative and insightful as regards programming for youth and reconciliationExcellent communication and team-building techniques Proven experience managing and building capacity of diverse teams (expatriate and national) Cultural knowledge, sensitivity and respect Commitment to oversee project for its durationLiving /Environmental Conditions:

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya. Nairobi is an accompanied post for spouse and children. Nairobi is a major metropolitan center with world class healthcare and excellent education options.

Mercy Corps provides expatriate staff with a housing allowance that covers rent, utilities, and security for comfortable accommodations in safe areas of the city. Telephone and internet access is available and there are dozens of excellent restaurants along with easy transport links to the rest of Africa and Europe.

Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Staff are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

How to apply

If you meet the above requirements, are able to take up a position based in Nairobi and are strongly motivated for working with Mercy Corps to youth empowerment in Kenya, please e-mail your application letter, concise CV, listing three (3) references (including a recent employer) with their e-mail or phone contacts to: hr@ke.mercycorps.org

Deadline for receiving applications will be 4:00 pm 12 April 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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TUPANGE works in five urban centers in Kenya to increase and sustain contraceptive use among marginalized urban populations by improving the quality and accessibility of family planning services, particularly by strengthening linkages between communities and clinics, improving the quality of integrated maternal and reproductive health services, and expanding the role of the private sector in the provision of family planning services, including public-private partnerships.

We are currently recruiting experienced individuals with excellent technical skills who are team players, dedicated, hard working, highly motivated and able to work in a high pressure environment requiring multi-tasking.

Deputy Project Director /RH Advisor

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1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: SOL-623-11-000003

2. ISSUANCE DATE: October 14, 2010.

3. CLOSING DATE AND TIME: November 15, 2010 04pm local Time, Nairobi, Kenya

4. POSITION TITLE: Local Capacity Development Team Leader and Development Leadership Initiative Cooordinator

5. MARKET VALUE: GS-14 ($84,697 - $110,104 plus benefits). Final compensation will be based on individual’s salary and work history, experience and educational background.

6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Two (2) years from date of appointment. Option to extend will depend upon the continuing need for the services, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Nairobi, Kenya

8. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: U.S Citizens Only (Please note that local hired USPSCs are not entitled to allowances.)

EVALUATION FACTORS: Evaluation will be based on a 100-point Scale – Education (20%); Knowledge/Experience (45%), and Skills and Abilities (35%)

9. SECURITY ACCESS: Employment Authorization (With the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance, if required)

10. STATEMENT OF WORK/POSITION DESCRIPTION

A. BACKGROUND:
USAID/East Africa is located in Nairobi, Kenya and is part of the USAID Nairobi complex of USAID/Kenya, USAID/East Africa and several other USAID operating units.
The USAID Nairobi complex is a training site for Development Leadership Initiative (DLI) junior officers who are on their first tour overseas for the Agency. USAID/East Africa has also been selected as pilot for a Local Capacity Development (LCD) Team. This solicitation seek candidates who can serve both as DLI Coordinator for the USAID Nairobi complex and Local Capacity Development Team Leader for USAID/East Africa.
DLI Coordinator. Thus far, 17 DLIs have been assigned to the USAID Nairobi complex and approximately 25 more will be deployed during fiscal years 2011– 2012, with 20 DLIs assigned at any given time, on a rotating basis. The normal tour for a DLI is two years, in which the DLIs work in different offices of USAID, each typically for a period of three months.
The DLI training and mentoring program at the Nairobi complex requires dedicated coordination and support to ensure that training plans are developed in light of regional and other training opportunities; that an effective mentorship program is implemented; that space and logistical requirements are met to provide a supportive work environment for the junior officers; and that all other logistical and training needs are met for the DLI training program at the USAID Nairobi complex.
The Coordinator will play an important role as the DLI counselor, providing training and mentoring, will advise the DLIs of the work of the LCD Team, and will develop opportunities to train and mentor all DLIs in USAID procurement reform. .
LCD Team.
The Agency’s procurement reform group has identified as a priority area for reform within the Agency the strengthening of civil society and private sector capacity by supporting local entities who can take greater ownership over the development of their countries. This calls for increasing the number of local partners through direct grants to local nonprofit organizations; and increasing the number of local partners through direct contracts with local private businesses. Since it is recognized that engaging directly with local nonprofit organizations and private businesses can be a time consuming process, the Agency has decided to implement a pilot to establish Local Capacity Development Teams in five regional offices, one of which is USAID/East Africa.

The objective of the LCD Team is to assist USAID missions and operations in the East Africa region to increase the number of local partners and concurrent funds through grants to local NGOs. The Team will assist the missions and operations to mainstream this activity into their annual programming so that it becomes part of the way the Agency does business on a regular basis.

The USAID/East Africa LCD Team will be comprised of four DLIs from different back-stop offices at the Mission; the Contracting Office, the Financial Management Office, the Program Office and the Technical (Health) Office. Each DLI will be paired with a senior Foreign Service National (FSN) professional in the same backstop office. DLIs will be assigned full-time for one year of their two year rotation and the FSNs will devote part of their time to work on the Team. The Team will be led by the incumbent.

The Team will work with Missions in the region to: (a) create more accessible eligibility criteria for local nonprofit organizations to partner with USAID; (b) develop capacity-building programs for local NGOs by training NGOs in grant and report writing, as well as in financial management, or by incorporating capacity building into NGO grants; and (c) develop and implement a Mission-wide grant programs for local NGOs. With regard to (c), the Team will work with the program and technical offices of the concerned Missions to identify areas suitable for implementation by local NGOs, develop requests for grant applications for these areas, solicit and review proposals, and issue grants. The Team will develop a monitoring and evaluation plan to ensure effective implementation and to develop best practices for increasing and improving the participation of local NGOs in the implementation of USAID’s programs

B. BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
The Mission DLI Coordinator/ LCD Team Leader will serve as the lead on all activities related to the DLI program in the region. This position will report to the USAID/East Africa Front Office.

C. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. The DLI Coordinator/LCD Team Leader will work with EXO and Front Office to oversee all facets of DLI administrative management:
i. Facilitate the preparation of the DLIJO Memoranda of Understanding for all assignments to post.
ii. Plan and carry out a DLI orientation for all new DLIs coming to the office---including basic information related to payroll, WebTA, etc.-in coordination with HR and Controller's office.
iii. Analyze available space accommodation at the Mission in terms of additional DLIs assigned to Nairobi.
iv. Develop and oversee logistics related to assignments, work with the EXO to determine necessary procurement of office furnishings, computer equipment and peripherals, installation hardware, etc.
v. Provided guidance and interpretation of USAID policies and overall strategic direction for the DLI program and how this intersects with and supports USAID’s development programs and office operation in East Africa.

2. The DLI Coordinator/LCD Team Leader will work with the EXO and Front Office to oversee all facets of DLI training and rotations:
i. Work in conjunction with DLI and his/her supervisor to develop the DLI's Individual Development Plan (IDP).
ii. Oversee documentation and record keeping related to DLI Individual Development Plans (IDPs) -updated in light of training taken, training scheduled, and new opportunities, in coordination with supervisor and DLI junior officer.
iii. Develop training tracking plans and matrices, feedback sheets and evaluation forms to ensure that DLI rotations are productive for the junior officer, that the rotation supervisor has an opportunity to provide input to the official DLI supervisor and that the DLI junior officer will have an opportunity to provide feedback on the efficacy of the assigned rotation.
iv. Manage all aspects of any planned DLI training curriculum and, as appropriate, be responsible for the development of course curriculums.
v. Coordinate with EXO to locate, contract (if necessary), and supervise logistics and administration for instructors (USAID staff in the region, retired USAID officers, and/or USAID Washington staff).
vi. Maintain close contact with USAID technical and support offices and Embassy and other USG offices in-country to identify opportunities for DLIs to fully maximize their rotations. While developing a rotation schedule is the responsibility of each DLI, the Coordinator will provide critical guidance and support to all DLIs as they develop their individual rotation schedule.

3. The DLI Coordinator/LCD Team Leader will also play a key role in developing and maintaining a strong mentoring program at the USAID Nairobi complex:
i. Provide guidance for mentoring: including information on selecting mentors, the roles of mentor and prot?g?, beginning and ending a mentoring relationship, and setting and achieving goals for a productive mentor-prot?g? relationship.
ii. Work with Foreign Service Officers and FSNs to provide advice and guidance on becoming effective mentors.
iii. Track the DLI mentor-prot?g? relationships, meeting with them at least once each quarter to track progress, analyze problems or provide corrective solutions, if necessary, to improve the mentoring relationship.
iv. Serve as a sounding board to listen to DLI issues.
v. Provide advice and guidance to first tour officers regarding their roles as subordinates in the office: working with an office chief, working with local staff, etc.
vi. Make recommendations for ending non-functioning mentor-prot?g? relationships.
vii. Make recommendations to improve training rotations to Office Chiefs, and to the Front Office.
viii. Prepare reports documenting all programming and performance.

4. The Team Leader/DLI Coordinator will work with the USAID/East Africa Front Office to lead the Mission’s LCD Team:
i. Regularly meet with the USAID/East Africa Front Office and other USAID/East Africa Office Directors to learn and stay current with their programs in the region and establish working relationships with the Contracting, Program, Financial Management, Legal and Health offices at USAID/East Africa.
ii. Establish working relationships with all DLI and FSN members of the LCD Team and hold regular staff meetings with the Team.
iii. Guide, direct, coordinate and participate in, as appropriate, the work of the LCD Team in soliciting and meeting with local NGOs eligible for USAID direct grants, coordinate with Mission Technical Officers to ensure compliance work, coordinate with Mission Contracting Officers regarding the issuance, administration and close-out of grants, and coordinate the work of the LCD Team with all concerned Mission offices to ensure that the work of the LCD Team is an integral part of the work of the Mission.
iv. Guide, direct, coordinate and participate in, as appropriate, the work of the LCD Team in collaboration with concerned Agency and Mission officials, in (a) creating more accessible eligibility criteria for local nonprofit organizations to partner with USAID; (b) develop capacity-building programs for local NGOs by training NGOs in grant and report writing, as well as in financial management, or by incorporating capacity building into NGO grants; and (c) develop and implement a Mission-wide grant programs for local NGOs.
v. Establish working relationships with the other Missions and USAID operations in the region that will host visits of the LCT Team, plan trips of the LCD Team to those Missions and operations in collaboration with those Missions and operations and as appropriate join the LCD Team on such trips and guide, direct, coordinate and participate in the work of the Team on such visits.
vi. Inform and advise all DLIs at the USAID Nairobi complex on the work of the Team, holding regular meetings with all DLIs, including DLI Team members, for this purpose and provide opportunities for training and mentoring of all such DLIs on USAID procurement reform.

5. Other duties as assigned by the USAID/East Africa Mission Director.

12. POSITION ELEMENTS:

Medical and Security Clearances:
The selected applicant must be able to obtain a Secret Security clearance and a Department of State Class I Medical Clearance.

Supervision Received:
Incumbent is supervised by the Mission Director or his/her designee. Assignments are made via annual work objectives, email exchanges, telephone calls and periodic coordination meetings. However, the incumbent independently plans and manages his/her work objectives and agenda. S/he must be able to work independently, exercise good judgment and his/her advice and input are considered valuable for the management of DLIs.

Supervision over Others:
None

Available Guidelines:
Automated Directive Systems; Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR); AID Acquisitions Regulations (AIDAR); AID Automated Directives System (ADS Series); U.S. Department of State Standardized Regulations; Federal Travel Regulations; Circulars and Controller General Decisions, USAID Mission Orders, Project Papers, Mission Strategy, and other documents available.

Exercise of Judgment:
A high degree of independent judgment and ingenuity will be required to interpret Agency DLI polices and guidelines and harmonize these with the overall Mission objectives.

Authority to make Commitments/Obligations:
As a USPSC, the incumbent has no authority to make commitments on USG funds.

Nature, Level and Purpose of Contacts:
The incumbent serves as the coordinator and technical resource person for the DLI program. S/He has contacts with USAID/W; Mission Director, Senior Embassy officials including the Ambassador and DCM, USAID/SA; Office Chiefs and local hire employees for information dissemination and coordination. The DLI Coordinator makes recommendations to the team leaders and the SA Mission Director and Deputy Directors concerning the continuation or revision of USAID DLI mentorship, training and administrative management. Maintain close contact with technical and support offices to identify opportunities for DLIs to fully maximize their rotations.

Period of Performance
The incumbent shall provide the services described above for an initial two years with the possibility of extensions with the total contract period not exceeding five years. The option to extend will depend upon the continuing need for the services, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

13. REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following factors represent minimum requirements, unless otherwise indicated. All applications will be evaluated based on the documentation submitted with the application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated based on the following evaluation factors.

1. Education

College degree is required.

2. Work experience

At least 5 years of experience working with USAID procedures and systems and extensive experience in supervision and coaching newer professionals. The incumbent's work profile should reflect an ability to work in complex organizations, coordinating staff and resources within and across units.

3. Language

Fluency in written and oral English is required.

14. EVALUATION CRITERIA

Selection will be based on obtaining high scores on the evaluation criteria below (out of a possible 100 points). In an attachment to the application, applicants shall address each of the evaluation factors and sub-factors, describing specifically and accurately their relevant education/training and experience. Applicants shall highlight how they meet the job requirements and make special note of relevant significant awards and achievements. Failure to address the evaluation factors and sub-factors and how their qualifications meet the requirements of the position will result in an applicant not receiving credit for all pertinent education, training, and experience. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and interviewed.

Evaluation factors will be used to establish a preliminary rating of candidates. Highly rated candidates may be asked to submit written responses to a series of questions to further evaluate their written communication skills. Highly rated candidates will be interviewed and reference checks will be conducted, after which time final ratings will be established.

A. EDUCATION (20 points):

College degree is required. While not required, an advanced degree in education or a development related field will be deemed a positive factoring evaluating an applicant ‘s education.

B. KNOWLEDGE/WORK EXPERIENCE (45 points):

At least 5 years of experience working with USAID procedures and systems and extensive experience in supervision and coaching newer professionals. Candidates who also have experience in the design, development and implementation of professional development programs will be considered favorably. The incumbent's work profile should reflect an ability to work in complex organizations, coordinating staff and resources within and across units. While not required, experience working in Africa on business, banking or development in particular and Peace Corps experience in general will be deemed a positive factoring evaluating an applicant ‘s knowledge and experience. Similarly, experience working with USAID procurement and grant-making systems will also be deemed a positive factor in evaluating an applicant’s knowledge and experience. An understanding of education and training, mentoring relationships and fostering junior officers is required.

C. SKILLS & ABILITIES (35 points):

Fluency in written and oral English is required. Fluency in written and oral French is not required but will be deemed a positive factoring evaluating an applicant ‘s skills and experience. A writing test may be administered to assess written fluency.

The incumbent must have ability to: organize, develop, and implement a series of training and rotational opportunities for junior officers to ensure that all goals are met for DLI junior officers. S/he must be sensitive to the needs of new officers overseas for the first time, an ability to provide counseling to both the junior officers and the senior officers who will taken on a more proactive role with on-the-job training. Must be able to track and document progress (or lack thereof) for all junior officers under the DLI program at Post. S/he must have excellent communication and leadership skills to ensure that all officers are motivated to provide the necessary training and mentoring required by this program. The incumbent must be able to independently establish and maintain contacts with senior-level as well as junior levels officers within the USG. Computer skills and familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet programs are required.

The incumbent must also be able to lead, guide and direct the work of a team of junior professionals backstopped by senior part-time local professionals, and participate in that work as necessary and appropriate to team objectives and professional development of team members. The incumbent must be prepared to travel in the East Africa region and interact with a diverse body of private and public sector parties, and be able to meet internal USAID goals for team performance.

15. INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

A) APPLYING
For applicants to be considered for this position, the following guidelines will be adhered to and forms completed, signed and submitted, to allow the evaluation committee to thoroughly and objectively review your application vis-a-vis the requirements of the position.

i). Marking Applications: To ensure consideration of applicants for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any cover letter, as well as using the address/delivery point specified in this solicitation.

ii). CV: An up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV) or resume. Your CV/resume must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the application in accordance with the stated evaluation criteria. Broad general statements that are vague or lacking specificity will not be considered as effectively addressing particular selection criteria. Applicants are encouraged to write a brief appendix to demonstrate how prior experience and/or training addresses the minimum qualifications and evaluation criteria set forth in the solicitation.

iii). Form OF-612: The submitted form must be signed and completed as much as possible and may reference the CV/resume for a greater detailed explanation of work experience rather than repeat it in the OF-612. Form 612 is available at the USAID web site, http://www.usaid.gov/forms/OF612.pdf or internet http://www.gsa.gov/portal/forms/type/TOP, or at USG offices.

iv). References: Three (3) to five (5) references, who are not family members or relatives, with working telephone and e-mail contacts. The references must be able to provide substantive information about your past performance and abilities. Reference checks will be made only for applicants considered as finalists. If an applicant does not wish for the current employer to be contacted as a reference check, this should be stated in the applicant’s cover letter. The interviewing committee will delay such reference check pending communication with the applicant.

v). Required Forms for PSCs: The following forms and others shall be completed only upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the position. Additional forms may be required at the time the selection process is completed.

Medical History and Examination (DS-1843)
Questionnaire for the Sensitive Positions (for National Security) (SF-86), or
Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85)
Fingerprint card

vi). Late Submissions: Qualified individuals should note that applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter or they will not be considered eligible for evaluation or award, unless Contracting Officer determines that the documents were mishandled by the receiving agency. The closing time for the receipt of applications is 5:00 pm, local time, on the date specified on the covering letter to this solicitation. You are directed to Federal Acquisitions Regulation, Part 15.208 “Submission, modification, revision, and withdrawal of proposals” for further information.

B) SECURITY AND MEDICAL CLEARANCES

i). Medical Clearance: Prior to signing a contract, the selected individual and eligible dependents will be required to obtain a medical clearance or waiver, through the Dept. of State, Office of Medical Clearances, for the country of performance specified. Instructions for obtaining the medical clearance will be forwarded to the selected individual once negotiations have been concluded.

ii). Security Clearance: Prior to signing a contract, the selected individual will be required to obtain a Secret Security Clearance through the USAID Office of Security. A temporary security clearance will be requested while a personal background investigation is conducted for the required level of clearance. Instructions for obtaining the security clearance will be forwarded to the selected individual once negotiations have been concluded.

C) REGULATIONS/BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES

i). USAID Regulations:

1. Contract Information Bulletins (CIBs): CIBs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contracts. Please refer to this web site – http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc to determine which CIBs apply to this contract.

2. AIDAR: The Agency for International Development Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR) Appendix D - Direct USAID Contracts With U.S. Citizens or U.S. Residents for Personal Services Abroad found at: http://www.usaid.gov/policy/ads/300/aidar.pdf is the primary regulation governing USPSCs for USAID.

ii). Benefits, Allowances and U.S. Taxes: As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances (however, as conditions at post change, benefits and allowances may also be changed).

*A local -hire USPSC does not qualify for the allowances listed in paragraphs 2. and 3. below:

1. Benefits:
a) Employee’s FICA Contribution
b) Annual Contribution towards Health and Life Insurance
c) Pay Comparability Adjustment - - Annual across the board salary increase for USG employees and USPSCs
d) Worker’s Compensation
e) Vacation and Sick Leave
f) Access to Health Unit if employee and/or dependents are medically cleared to serve at post of assignment (Not applicable to local hire USPSCs).

2. Allowances * (If Applicable):
a) Post Differential (Section 500)
b) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130)
c) Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120)
d) Post Allowance (COLA)(Section 220)
e) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230)
f) Payment During Evacuation (Section 600)
g) Education Allowance (Section 270)
h) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260)
i) Danger Pay (Section 650)
j) Educational Travel (Section 280)

* Dept of State Standardized Regulations (DSSR) (Government Civilians Foreign Areas)

3. In-Kind Allowances:
The USG will provide the following in-kind allowances, on par with US Direct Hires at the same location, in lieu of some allowances in paragraph “2. Allowances* (If Applicable)” above:
a) Housing
b) Furniture
c) Appliances
d) Furnishings (drapes/blinds, rugs, lights, etc.)
e) Utilities
f) Guard Services for Residence

4. Federal and State Taxes:
a. Federal Taxes: USPSCs are not exempt from payment of Federal Income taxes and will be withheld from compensation payments.
b. State Taxes: USAID withholds state taxes from compensation payments.

END OF SOLICITATION

Michael Makosala
SOL-623-11-000003
USAID/EA/RLA-Regional Legal Advisor
c/o American Embassy
United Nations Avenue
Gigiri
Nairobi, Kenya