For over 90 years, Save the Children has been making a difference in children's lives in more than 120 countries. We are the world's largest independent child rights organisation, underpinned by a vision in a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation. Our mission to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
Save the Children International, Somalia / Somaliland Program Office is inviting interested vendors to submit bids for the below items, tender ref: SCI-SOM-2014/002
1. Customs Handling in Nairobi

2. Local transport within Nairobi Environment
3. Freight Forwarding services from Nairobi, Kenya to locations in Somali, Somaliland and Puntland
4. Road Transport from Nairobi to Dobley in Somalia South
Detailed technical specifications are included in the tender documents.
All eligible bidders with operations in Kenya can request for tender documents by sending an email quoting the above tender reference clearly stated in the subject box, to: somalia.procurement@savethechildren.org
Tender closing date is 20th May 2014. All completed bids, should be submitted in a sealed envelope, addressed to The Tender Committee at the below address. The envelope should indicate the ITT reference number, but have no other details relating to the bid.
Tender Committee,
Save the Children International, Somali/Somaliland Program
Matundu close, off school lane,
Westland’s, Nairobi,
Kenya
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re), is a leading reinsurer in the region listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). It is ISO 9001: 2008 Certified and rated B+ by A.M Best and AA by the Global Credit Rating Company (GCR). Kenya Re now seeks to recruit and fill the following positions:-

Manager Procurement

Ref No: KRC/HR/2013/01

The main purpose of this role will be to manage and co-ordinate Procurement functions to ensure efficient and effective sourcing and delivery of goods, services and works within the confines of the Corporation’s procurement regulations and in compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act and Regulations. 

The selected candidate will be responsible for the following dutiesCompiling the Corporation’s Procurement Plan and ensuring strict adherence thereto;Developing the division’s work plan and budget and ensure adherence to set limits and targets;Maintaining sound procurement policies that ensure sourcing and acquisition of goods, services and works is done while adhering to the laid down laws, regulations and internal policies;Ensuring timely, efficient and effective procurement of goods, services and works;Preparing requisitions for quotations or tenders to prequalified suppliers or the public;Establishing in co-ordination with the relevant department and end-users, quality specifications of goods and services required by the Corporation;Carrying out designated checks on quality and security aspects of supplies;Ensuring equitable and fair distribution of Requests For Proposals to all pre qualified suppliers;Reviewing the supply chain to ensure it is efficient and effective;Undertaking regular market surveys to ensure that procurements are cost effective;Managing the regular supplier pre-qualification exercise;Overseeing the receipt of all tender applications, ensure they are in safe custody, compile and prepare Tender Committee papers;Ensuring timely payments to suppliers in liaison with the Finance function;Supervising purchases, stores management and inspection and issues of goods; andProviding an effective secretariat to the Tender Committee.Training end users and members of various procurement process committees to ensure their effectiveness.Filing procurement reports to the relevant authorities (PPOA).Applicants should be holders of a Bachelors Degree in a business related field with professional qualifications in Procurement (CIPS) and hold valid membership with recognized professional bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies and the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management.They should have at least six years experience in Purchasing and Supplies, two of which must have been at management level. The person should have high integrity, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, familiarity with Public Procurement and Disposal Act and Regulations and a team player with strong leadership and management skills. They should be computer literate with the ability to work under pressure to meet set deadlines.Manager - Local Business Division

Ref No: KRC/HR/2013/02

The main purpose of the role will be to manage and coordinate prudent underwriting in the local general reinsurance and insurance operations.

Reporting to the General Manager Reinsurance, the selected candidate will be responsible, but not limited to the following duties:
 Developing and ensuring timely and efficient implementation of the division’s strategy,Soliciting and receiving business offers from existing and potential clients, assessing such offers and determining whether to accept them or not in line with the Corporation’s underwriting policy;Managing and carrying out the treaty and facultative underwriting of the business;Overseeing the administration of claims resulting from such transactions;Maintaining constant liaison with ceding companies / retro cessionaries and monitoring treaty performance by ensuring up to date records are maintained;Carrying out market visits regularly in the - market for new business and for the renewal of existing business;Collecting outstanding debt from allocated markets and implementing the divisions debt collection programme;Ensuring that ceding companies comply with the Corporation’s reinsurance requirements on submissions of returns;Checking and confirming treaty technical statements from the ceding companies;Signing confirmation letters and other correspondences for dispatch to cedants on a timely basis;Sourcing of facultative business and making recommendations on offers;Designing appropriate formats for statistics emanating from the division; andOverseeing the management and administration of the Comesa Yellow Card Scheme - handling of claims and processing of returns.Applicants should possess a Bachelors Degree in insurance or relevant business related fields and be holders of the full ACII / FCII qualification. They should be members of a recognized insurance professional body.They should have at least six years relevant working experience two of which should be in a senior management position gained in a reputable Organization.In addition they should have strong leadership and management skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be computer literate.Records Manager

Ref No: KRC/HR/2013/03

The Records Manager shall have the responsibility for the day-to-day work of the records office and the service it provides to users of records. 

He or she will liaise with the records and archives institution on any technical records management or procedural matters. He or she will be responsible for establishing a records management program designed to control records through the life cycle (from creation to disposition) and for developing and furnishing policy guidelines.
 The selected candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following duties:Formulating, directing, and coordinating the Records Management Program for the Corporation;Managing the storing, arranging, indexing and classification of records;Serving as an advisor to the originators of records to resolve any and all records management issues;To ensure compliance of records management policy and amendments as and when needed;To act as liaison person between the Corporation and the Kenya National Archives and Documentation Service;Ensuring Corporation’s records storage facilities comply with facility standards and best practices;Controlling both quantity and quality of records created by the Corporation;Ensuring that records are properly captured and classifiedConducting wise selection of records for either destruction or preservation in the archive;Ensuring continuity of business operations in case of disaster;Ensuring that the Records Management Procedures Manual and other records management documents are implementedEstablishing electronic records keeping systems including the capture, processing and preservation of the same including metadata, to ensure preservation of authenticity completeness, and accuracy of the records(in consultation with ICT department).Be responsible for the management of all records according to the records management principles contained in the Public Archives and Documentation Service Act, I 990.Applicants should possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Sciences with a bias in archives and records management from a recognized University and hold membership from recognized professional associations.They should have at least six years relevant working experience two of which should be in a senior management position gained in a reputable Organization.In addition they should have strong leadership and management skills, excellent interpersonal, communication and computer skills.Be fully conversant with Kenyan legislation on records management procedures and practices including records surveys, appraisal and classification and indexing.Legal Officer

Ref No: KRC/HR/2013/04

The purpose of this role is to inter alia provide Legal advisory and support services to the Corporation. Reporting to the Manager Legal the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:

Liaise, coordinate and follow up the activities of the external lawyers who deal with the Corporation’s matters such as debt collection, litigation, conveyance and court proceedings;Draft, peruse, review and vet legal documents for the Corporation including but not limited to lease agreements, service contracts and employment contracts;Prepare and witness conveyance, mortgages and Discharge documents for staff members and mortgagors;Maintain custody of all leases for both commercial and residential tenants;Deal with mortgagors/members of staff on matters appertaining to their leases and ensure that the leases are properly executed;Prepare legal reports for the Corporation as required from time to time;Carry out research and monitor changes in the relevant legislation and regulatory environment and advice the Corporation;Update the statutory books;Monitor contractual and statutory compliance;Receive correspondence, orders and pleadings on behalf of the Corporation and act on them under supervision of the Manager Legal.Applicants should be qualified Advocates (admitted to the Bar), possess a Bachelor of Law LL.B Degree and a Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law. CPS (K) qualifications will be an added advantage.They should have at least three years relevant working experience one of which should have been as a practicing advocate. In addition they should have strong analytical and negotiation skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They should be computer literate with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.Kenya Re is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, colour, race, religion, natural origin, age or physical disability. An appropriate remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidates.
Applicants should post or email as attachments their CV and cover letter quoting the relevant Job Ref No. and outlining how they meet requirements for the position to:
The Human Resource Manager
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited
P.O Box 30271, 00100 GPO
Nairobi
Closing Date: 14th February 2013

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Local Experts for Devolution and Local Governance Program in Kenya
Deloitte is seeking candidates for an upcoming U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) funded devolution and local governance project in Kenya.
The project will build the capacity of local governments, improve service delivery at the local level, establish communication and coordination mechanisms between the central government and county governments and strengthen the role of civil society as a partner iii governance at the local level.
Deloitte is seeking experts in the following areas:Legislative Reform,Fiscal Decentralization,Public Financial Management,Strategic Communications,Civil Society Strengthening.Monitoring and Evaluation,Municipal Administration,Grants Management,Organizational Development,Human and Institution Capacity Development,National and Subnational Policy, andGender and Youth AdvocacyCandidates must have a minimum 5 years of relevant experience, and advanced degree in a relevant area, and be fluent in English: Kenyan nationality is preferred.
Interested candidates should send their CVs with cover letter kenyadecentralization@deloitte.com by January 31, 2013 All positions are contingent upon award and USAID approval.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, a UK private company limited by guarantee, and its network of member firms, each of which is a legally separate and independent entity. Please see www.deloitte.com/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte Touche Tobmatsu Limited and its member firms.

I. Position Information

Job Title: Programme Analyst (HIV & AIDS Partnerships) Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya Reports to: HIV & AIDS Programme Specialist & Deputy Country Director Current Grade: SB4 (SC8) Type of Contract: Service Contract

II. Organizational Context

UNDP has been at the forefront globally and at country levels to support national responses to HIV & AIDS together with other development partners. In Somalia, UNDP has been actively involved in the HIV & AIDS response since 2004. UNDP’s main focus is to help countries put HIV & AIDS at the centre of national development; build national capacities of government at all levels, as well as work closely with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) which include religious leaders, and People Living with HIV (PLHIV) to support a coordinated and effective response to the HIV epidemic.

The Programme Analyst will report to the HIV Programme Specialist. Their main tasks will include, but are not limited to: institutional capacity building and support for the three AIDS Commissions in Somalia, strengthening District and Community Responses to HIV & AIDS, working with Civil Society Organisations (CSO’s) and individuals which include Religious Leaders and People Living with HIV to help strengthen the response to HIV & AIDS in Somalia. The person selected for this position should therefore be able to work with partners in a responsive client orientated manner.

The Programme Analyst will work on a daily basis with colleagues from other Units at UNDP, which will require that the incumbent for this position have strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across the organization.

The Programme Analyst will also work in close collaboration with Government Officials, UNDP operations team, programme staff in other UN Agencies, as well as Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to ensure the successful implementation of UNDP programme.

III. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions: 1. Provision of Technical Assistance and support the implementation of all HIV & AIDS Projects implemented by UNDP on behalf of the Global Fund for AIDS, TB and Malaria (GFATM)

Provision of financial resources management Provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building Provision of efficient procurement and logistical services

Provision of efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation, and representation

Provision of Technical Assistance and support the implementation of all HIV & AIDS Projects implemented by UNDP on behalf of the Global Fund for AIDS, TB and Malaria (GFATM), focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Provide Technical Assistance and oversee the implementation of all work carried out in partnership with the three AIDS Commissions in Somalia. • Provide capacity building support to the three AIDS Commissions in Somalia • Provide Technical Guidance and support for Community Conversations on HIV & AIDS to strengthen district and community responses to HIV & AIDS. This will include working closely with selected NGOs and Civil Society Organisations, plus Religious Leaders and People Living with HIV & AIDS. • Provide support to mainstreaming HIV & AIDS into all other programmes and projects at UNDP e.g. Governance and Rule Of Law supported projects • Attend HIV & AIDS technical meetings in Nairobi and in Somalia which include HIV & AIDS Working Group and Health Sector Committee meetings as well as IPTCS (Intergrated Prevention Treatment Care and Support) meetings. • Provide technical advice and support to 3 Somali Area Project Managers based in Somaliland, Puntland and South Central. • Participate in the establishment of collaborative working partnerships with project partners and appropriate operational arrangements.

Ensures effective and accurate financial resources management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Ensure accountability of the use of all project funds by ensuring accurate and timely preparation of regular financial reports for UNDP, donors and counterparts, consistent with UNDP rules and regulations • Provide leadership in overseeing effective provision of services to counterparts including fair and transparent procurement and sound financial management; • Proper planning and expenditures tracking in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations.

Ensures provision of high quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Provide technical assistance for policy development

• Provide technical assistance to institutions that will address the country’s needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners.

Ensures efficient procurement and logistical services management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Project compliance with corporate rules and regulations in the field and management of procurement processes including sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality management and performance measurement, in liaison with UNDP procurement unit.

• Plan, organize and oversee the necessary administrative and other logistical support to consultancy missions, workshops, overseas learning and other project activities.

Ensures efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and representation focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Ensure the achievement of outputs in line with the approved work plan through day-to-day planning, management, coordination and implementation of activities in Somalia, as per UNDP financial and procurement procedures • Undertake regular monitoring visits to project sites and supports gathering of data/information for project monitoring and evaluation processes ensuring compliance with UNDP M&E requirements in reporting on programme results and progress towards outcomes. • Provide inputs to the HIV & AIDS Programme Specialist in the preparation of narrative reports as well as in the planning and revision of project workplans.

IV. Impact of Results

The key results will have a direct impact on the overall effectiveness and success of UNDP’s HIV & AIDS interventions and activities to achieve the Millennium Development Goals in Somalia. Effective implementation of the key results, together with efficient management of all HIV & AIDS related activities will enhance the organization’s capacity and credibility in implementation of highly effective programmes with strong impact.

V. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Corporate Competencies:

? Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards ? Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP ? Displays strong cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability ? Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning ? Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example ? Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness ? Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver tasks on time ? Ability to participate effectively in a team ? Ability to manage complex problems proactively and effectively, including responses to field based emergencies. ? In-depth practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issues ? Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills. ? IT competencies in Word, Excel, Power Point and the internet

Management and Leadership ? Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback ? Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude ? Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills ? Demonstrates strong analytical and management skills ? Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities ? Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills ? Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure ? Acceptance of additional responsibilities and capacity to work under pressure

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education: Masters’ Degree in Public Health, Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences or any other related field with 3 years’ of qualifying experience, or a Bachelors degree in Public Health, Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences or any other related field with a combination of 5 years’ qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of a Masters’ degree.

Experience: • Minimum of 3 years HIV & AIDS work experience with a Masters’ degree or 5 years with a Bachelors degree in a Muslim Country. • Experience in project management coupled with provision of technical support to a range of different stakeholders and partners, including National AIDS Commissions • Experience in UNDP ‘Community Conversations for HIV’ in Somalia is highly desirable • Experience in mentoring and building the capacity of key individuals and organizations • Familiar with international development issues • Strong IT skills.
• Experience with ATLAS or another platform for enterprise financial resource management an asset.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is essential. Fluency in Somali is desirable .

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ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation; ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact.

We tackle poverty and denial of human rights at the local level, and we challenge the causes behind them locally, nationally and globally.

In Kenya AAIK works in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion; connecting their voices, sharing ideas, spreading inspiration, campaigning, advocating and formulating public policy to eradicate poverty and ensure social justice.

We are present in at least 16 counties across Kenya and link key international, national and local institutions in favour of the right holders.

We therefore seek to recruit dynamic and innovative person to fill the following vacancy at respective location.

Position: Manager - Local Rights Programme
Reporting to: Team Leader - Region
Supervising: Programme Officer, programme assistant, Community development facilitator
Duty Station: Designated LRP - based in Nyarongi, Homa Bay County and Makima, Embu County.
Internally: Organizational Capacity Building Officer, M&E Officer, Sponsorship OfficersExternally: Sponsorship Supporters, Partners, CBOs, community groups.The LRP Manager is responsible for designing programmes, day to day management and coordination of all development activities within the designated Local Rights Programme and County level, while ensuring that AAIK policies and values are adhered to.
To coordinate planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all programme activities in order to achieve the LRP objectivesTo coordinate all sponsorship activities to ensure compliance with the supporter’s communication guidelines.To ensure compliance with ActionAid budgetary and financial management guidelines so that value for money can be realized in all planned LRP programmes and activities.To oversee administration activities in order to realize smooth running of the LRPBuilding strong alliances in the area through empowering and building capacity of people living in poverty and their Community Based Organizations and other partners for sustainable developmentPromoting the highest standards of integrity, cost consciousness and accountability in line with ActionAid Learning and Planning Systems (ALPS) and ActionAid’s valuesRepresenting the organisation at meetings with government and other actors at the County and District levelPromoting women’s rights and empowerment through gender mainstreaming in all programmes by addressing operational and strategic gender needs of the communities and partners in the Programme areaOverseeing and working with community institutions to provide timely and efficient responses to Child sponsorship activitiesDirectly participating and supporting rights holders and their institutions to participate in national policy formulation processes and ensuring that their interests are taken into the development processUndertaking regular assessments and reviews of progress and impact of development projects to ensure constant learning and improvement; andEnsuring that information sharing, learning and documentation takes place between and among the Local Rights Programme staff, partners and across the organisation.As part of the Regional team participate in pursuing the implementation of the CSPPrepare and share timely and accurate documentation of lessons learnt to promote best practise.Work towards increased levels of transparency and Accountability.Analytical skills, Project management knowledge, Grants management, Monitoring & evaluation, Capacity development, Performance management, Budgeting & budgetary control, Resource mobilization and monitoring, Documentation, information management and reporting, Networking , Stakeholder management,Negotiating; influencing; persuasiveness; planning and organizing; problem analysis; oral communication; written communication; results orientation; self-development; team-player; pro-activeness; creativity; gender sensitive; group leadership; listening; judgement; coaching. Organisational learning and capacity development
D. Job Requirement (Knowledge / Skills Competencies)A minimum of a Bachelors degree in a development field with a minimum of three (3) years’ relevant work experiencePromoting the highest standards of integrity, cost consciousness and accountability in line with ActionAid Learning and Planning Systems (ALPS) and ActionAid’s valuesRepresenting the organisation at meetings with government and other actors at the County and District levelPromoting women’s rights and empowerment through gender mainstreaming in all programmes by addressing operational and strategic gender needs of the communities and partners in the Programme areaOverseeing and working with community institutions to provide timely and efficient responses to Child sponsorship activitiesDirectly participating and supporting rights holders and their institutions to participate in national policy formulation processes and ensuring that their interests are taken into the development processUndertaking regular assessments and reviews of progress and impact of development projects to ensure constant learning and improvement; andEnsuring that information sharing, learning and documentation takes place between and among the Local Rights Programme staff, partners and across the organisation.1. As part of the Regional team participate in pursuing the implementation of the CSP
2. Prepare and share timely and accurate documentation of lessons learnt to promote best practise.
3. Work towards increased levels of transparency and Accountability.

C. Critical Competencies

Analytical skills, Project management knowledge, Grants management, Monitoring & evaluation, Capacity development, Performance management, Budgeting & budgetary control, Resource mobilization and monitoring, Documentation, information management and reporting, Networking , Stakeholder management,Negotiating; influencing; persuasiveness; planning and organizing; problem analysis; oral communication; written communication; results orientation; self-development; team-player; pro-activeness; creativity; gender sensitive; group leadership; listening; judgement; coaching. Organisational learning and capacity developmentD. Job Requirement (Knowledge / Skills Competencies)
A minimum of a Bachelors degree in a development field with a minimum of three (3) years’ relevant work experience

You must be willing to reside in the designated station.

How to apply:

Kindly send a detailed CV to the email address hresources.kenya@actionaid.org

Closing date: 25 May 2012

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer.

Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Be the Change - Kenya (BTCKE) exists to create sustainable solutions for children living in poverty through the development of local leaders and the strengthening of local institutions

Join the BTCKE Local Advisory Network

Strengthen local children’s institutions by donating your professional skills.

Looking for an impactful way of addressing child poverty in Kenya?

Want to do more than make a simple donation?

Join our Local Advisory Network.

The Local Advisory Network is a group of experienced professionals (young and old) who donate their skills to strengthen local institutions who work with children living in poverty.

It’s an opportunity to join a network of people committed to creating longterm solutions to child poverty in Kenya. Not to mention, it’s a great way to meet other professionals with shared interests.

Members of the Local Advisory Network work with children’s institutions as:

Consultants: Coach organizations on short-term projects from website design, creating marketing campaigns, setting up systems, to volunteer supervision, and record keeping.Mentors: Commit to build a year-long relationship with a director of a children’s home. Advise on matters pertaining to the institution’s organizational issues.Facilitators: Lead trainings attended by the directors of our partner organizations.Trainings are based on capacity building and the weekly topics emerge from the needs of our partners. (Examples: Social work, HIV/AIDS, Monitoring and Evaluation, etc).

We believe long-term change starts with strong local organizations.

To this end, we work with professionals from Nairobi and surrounding communities who build the capacity of local organizations by donating their professional skills.

We are looking for professionals from all walks of life, accountants, Computer Scientists, Engineers, Communications Specialists, Counselors, Social Workers, Marketing and Public Relations Managers, NGO Managers, Entrepreneurs, Doctors.

How to join: send an email to sarah@bethechangekenya.org with your resume, available time commitment, and a brief explanation about why you want to be a part of our network.

Visit our website to find out what we are all about!

www.bethechangekenya.org

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale

Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Governance Programme

Juba, South Sudan

Advertisement for Trainer / Facilitator for a Pilot Induction Course for Local Government Administrative Officers in South Sudan (travelling to the region required)

The Governance Programme of the German International Cooperation (GIZ) in South Sudan is conducting a pilot Induction Course for Local Government Administrative Officers (LGAO) on behalf of the Local Government Board (LGB).

The Induction Course is a partly vocational, partly academic training course which aims to foster the exchange of experience and to expose the LGAO to an academic discourse on the topics as listed below.

In order to implement the training program which will take place in Juba between May and August 2012, GIZ is currently searching for individual facilitators/trainers which shall be contracted as shortterm consultants in order to carry out the training sessions.

Required qualifications and experiences for applicants:

University Master degree holders or graduates who have served for at least 5 years in a related area/topic;At least two years of working experience as a trainer;Excellent knowledge of South Sudan; its political history, the Transitional Constitution of South Sudan and the Local Government Act 2009; andProven knowledge on at least one of the following topics and experience as a trainer in the same: Governance; Economics; Local Government Finance; Organizational and Administrative Management; Human Resource Development and Management; Law and Administration; Office Practice and Management; Rural Development; Urban Development; Research Methods; Disaster and Conflict Management; Gender and Poverty Reduction.Procedures

Please send us your complete written application including an application letter, your CV and two references.

Your application will be evaluated based on our requirements and you will be informed accordingly. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Closing date for applications is 8th March 2012.

Please, send your application via mail to: govpro.southsudan@giz.de referring to “Pilot Induction Course 2012”.

For any further questions please call; Mobile +211/+249 955 414 426.

I. Position Information

Job Title: Project Coordinator: Reporting, Communication, Monitoring & Evaluation (Local position) Department: Governance Unit Reports to: Project Manager, Somali Institutional Development Project (SIDP) Contract Type: Service Contract Current Grade: SC10

II. Organizational Context

The Governance Programme of UNDP Somalia consists of three pillars: (i) capacity building and institutional development, (ii) democratic governance (constitutional dialogue and elections) and (iii) local governance/decentralization. The three current legal frameworks under which Somalia is being ruled are the Transitional Federal Charter (2003), the Puntland Charter (1998) and the Somaliland Constitution (2001). The Joint Needs Assessment which was carried out in the first half of 2006 identified institution building as one of the major challenges in re-establishing trust in the state and enhancing capacity for development.

The Somali Institutional Development Project (SIDP) focuses on implementing the capacity building and institutional development part pillar of UNDP Somalia’s Governance portfolio. It works with the Somali Transitional Federal Government (TFG) and the Somaliland and Puntland administrations to enable them to perform their functions effectively. This support has focused on four areas, namely: (a) policy and legislative development; (b) human resource management and development; (c) public administration and financial management; and (d) rehabilitation of infrastructure and provision of essential facilities and equipment. Progress has been made in these areas but a great deal more effort is required to bring the machinery of government to operate at a level which can enable the country to meet the aspirations of the Somali people, particularly in the key areas of public administration, public financial management and service delivery.

SIDP was established in 2009 as UNDP Somalia’s main contribution to capacity building across Somalia. Since then a new Country Programme Document (2009- 2011) for UNDP Somalia has been developed. 2011 is a vital year for the project as decisions will need to be made on how the project needs to be adapted both to the new Country Programme Document and any changes in the strategic direction of the governance portfolio. The new Country Programme Document also contains a new focus and outcome on gender equality and empowerment. SIDP needs to position itself to be able to adapt to these changes.

The SIDP project team operates with staff in Nairobi, Hargeisa (Somaliland) and Garowe (Puntland). It has agreements with over 20 public sector institutions across Somaliland, Puntland and South-Central Somalia. SIDP needs to improve the way it collects information on the results it is delivering, and the way it reports and communicates these results to a variety of audiences including the Somali public, donors and other parts of the UN family. This is in line with UNDP Somalia’s Country Programme Document (2011-2015) which commits UNDP to improve its results based management and result based reporting.

The SIDP project seeks to recruit a Project Coordinator to help improve reporting, monitoring and evaluation and communications and to oversee implementation of SIDP’s gender objectives. He/she will work closely with the SIDP Project Manager, the UNV Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and relevant staff from UNDP Somalia’s Programme Management Support Unit, Governance Programme and the Communications Office. Guidance and direction will provided by the SIDP Project Manager.

III. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions: ? Efficient support to monitoring and evaluation ? Planning and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach ? Ensures proper and timely reporting. Provide operational support to the project to ensure efficient and timely delivery of activities ? Gender Focal Point for SIDP Project ? Facilitation of Knowledge building 1. Ensures efficient support to tasks related to monitoring and Evaluation of the project, focusing on achievement of the following results:

? Responsibility for promotion of evaluation standards, quality assurance/control and capacity development in the project. ? Contact with evaluation units in the Country Offices with a view to harmonizing evaluation approaches and agendas. ? Follow up on implementation of evaluation recommendations. Ensuring the optimal use of evaluations by providing guidance in preparation of timely management response to all mandatory evaluations and by developing a communication plan. ? Participation in the projects’ audit, control on the follow up. ? Provision of the technical advice at the design stage of work plans; setting up a framework with defined indicators to facilitate the evaluation at the later stages. ? Provision of evaluation feedback into project design, including comments on various documents. ? Timely preparation of sound analytical documents with well-reviewed and sound positions on areas evaluated, assessment of the impact and effectiveness of SIDP Project.

Ensures planning and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach focusing on achievement of the following results: ? Identification and development of storylines for publications and substantive articles relating to SIDP’s support to institutional development. ? Coordination and management of all project publication activities, including content management, norms for publishing, design, liaison with printers and other suppliers to oversee production and supervision of publications dissemination. ? Supervision and preparation of the content for the web sites ensuring consistency of the materials. ? Analysis and research on information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification for initiation of new activities, active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization. ? Advice Project Staff on different donor reporting requirements; monitoring of financial reports to be submitted to donors.

Ensures appropriate liaison and coordination with implementing partners as well as timely reporting focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Planning, Analysis and Implementation:

? Analyze and monitor progress and advice on timely corrective actions for project delivery. ? Advocate for project goals and support communication of results. ? Assist in coordination of project implementation with counterparts. ? Support to liaison with counterparts including preparation of wok plans. ? Participate in various project technical working groups.

Reporting and Partner Liaison and Coordination:

? Ensure proper reporting to donors on implementation, the achievement of outputs as well as contribute to reporting on progress towards outcomes and impact. ? Assist in liaison with all partner agencies, donors and implementing agencies. ? Promote information sharing and coordination with various implementing partners. ? Make presentations to development partners, as required.

Gender Focal Point for SIDP Project ? Responsibility for implementing recommendations from the SIDP gender study. ? Provide strategic recommendations on how gender can be strengthened in existing and new letters of agreement. ? Liaise with other colleagues in the UNDP Somalia office working on gender issues to ensure that SIDP gender activities contribute to an overall strategy to implement Outcome 4 of the UNDP Somalia Country Programme Document (Somali women and men attain greater gender equality and are empowered). ? Constantly update reporting on SIDP gender results and impact, against both the SIDP work plan and Outcome 4 of the UNDP Somalia Country Programme Document (Somali women and men attain greater gender equality and are empowered).

Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the area of Reporting, monitoring and evaluation, focusing on achievement of the following results:

? Organization and provision of training, consultancy and advice to project staff on communication, results-oriented monitoring and evaluation. ? Contribute to design appropriate learning strategies for counterparts. ? Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to project goals and activities. ? Sound contribution to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

IV. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the overall effectiveness and success of activities in support of the Somali Institutional Development Project. In particular, the key results have an impact on the design, operation and programming of activities, creation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets.

V. Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

? Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards ? Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP ? Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability ? Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies: Knowledge Management and Learning ? Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office ? In-depth knowledge on development issues ? Ability to advocate and provide policy advice ? Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills Development and Operational Effectiveness ? Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting ? Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources ? Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit ? Strong IT skills ? Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change Management and Leadership ? Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback ? Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills ? Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude ? Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills ? Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors ? Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree or equivalent in Development, Communication, Journalism, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences or related field.

Experience: 7 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services. Experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects preferably in the area of development and in post-conflict countries. Hands on experience in usage of computers and office software packages, including web based management systems.

Language Requirements: Fluency in written and spoken English. Good knowledge of Somali or Arabic will be considered an advantage.

“Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit electronic application by visiting http://jobs.undp.org/

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I. Position Information

Title: Information Specialist, UNOCHA Level: NOC Direct Supervisor: Head of Public Information unit, UNOCHA Somalia Type of contract: Temporary Appointment (Local) Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya Duration: Three Months Date of Issue:

II. Organizational Context

Given the current crisis in Somalia, OCHA has to scale up support immediately to support the Humanitarian Coordinator in mobilization and coordination of an effective and principled humanitarian response. OCHA is particularly concerned about vulnerable communities and those at risk due to current drought and conflict. Under the leadership of the UN Humanitarian/Resident Coordinator for Somalia, OCHA maintains an office in Nairobi and a field presence inside Somalia; the primary objectives of OCHA Somalia include the following:

III. Functions / Key Results Expected

Create strategy and design complementary systems for improving real-time analysis on humanitarian needs, response and funding parity in Somalia:

? Consult with management on existing systems, products and needs of office. ? Perform extensive desk review on existing data sources identifying gaps in needs and response information. ? Design plan and schedule for production of weekly humanitarian snapshot and supplementary reports. ? Meet with key stakeholders for feedback and input on design plan, schedule and end products.

Enhance reporting on humanitarian response and needs of crisis-affected populations in Somalia:

? Design templates for collection of response information in close consultation with Clusters and Humanitarian Affairs Officers, ensuring tools work with existing systems and can be sustainably managed. ? Through coordination with Clusters, Field Offices, Public Information Unit and Information Management Unit collect, verify and aggregate response information. ? Track funding trends across Sectors and by key agencies. ? In close collaboration with Food Security Nutrition Analysis Unit, Field Offices and Clusters analyze humanitarian needs of crisis-stricken areas in Somalia.

Inform emergency planning through the analysis of needs and response information determining gaps and identifying humanitarian implications:

? Through careful analysis of collected data and information, identify geographic and sectoral areas in need of humanitarian response and those Clusters that are inadequately funded. ? Prepare various written outputs, e.g. submission for daily reports, final report and supplementary graphics. ? Brief head of agency on key findings and determine appropriate venues for sharing results and necessary actions. ? Conduct ad hoc analysis upon request on specific areas or issues, focusing primarily on the rapidly changing environment, broadening the scope to include regional issues and analysis of how such factors impact on vulnerability and the humanitarian situation in the context of Somalia.

Ensure professional design of reports along with standalone graphics and maps to supplement existing information products:

? In consultation with graphic designers and GIS officers, determine optimum presentation for report and graphics and maps. ? Manage design and consolidation of information for graphic outputs. ? Manage dissemination of reports, graphics and maps generated. 5. Develop and maintain coordination and cooperation mechanisms among stakeholders.

? Analyse trends and the environment related to the current crisis. Provide real time information for key stakeholders.

? Leads and/or participates in large, complex field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc, in the area of humanitarian information management.

? Provide substantial assistance in the implementation of inclusive, field level humanitarian coordination mechanisms, including liaison with relevant UN operational agencies NGOs.

6. Supports the OCHA Head of Office in close cooperation with Deputy Head of Office focusing on achievement of the following results:

? depth review of specific country coordination mechanisms

? Identify gaps and undertake thorough research into the causes and impact of displacement on the civilian population; draft and/or review internal and external fact sheets, briefing papers and reports; and maintain and update a web-portal on displacement for partners.

IV. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the success of the Inter-Cluster Working Group activities, strengthening overall coordination across Clusters and increasing awareness of cross-Cluster activities and possible synergies leading to timely and cohesive response to the Somalia emergency.

V. Competencies Corporate Competencies: • Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards • Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNOCHA • Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability • Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional Competencies: • Builds strong relationships with partners, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback. • Ability to manage complex problems proactively and effectively, including responses to emergencies. • Ability to work independently, with efficiency, competency and integrity with people of different national backgrounds. • Knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian assistance • Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude. • Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills. • Proven report writing skills

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:
Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree) preferably in Social Sciences (Information Management), Business Administration (Information Management or Computer Science), Management (Information Management or Information Systems), Geographical Information Science, Geography, Information Management, or a related field.

A combination of relevant academic background (at least a first level university degree Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) and extensive relevant professional experience in a related area may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.

Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in information management or a related field; experience both at the national level and international level in large organizations with dispersed operations and/or in the public and private sector preferred. Experience in an operational UN Agency

Language Requirements:
Fluency in English and the working language of the duty station

“Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit electronic application by visiting http://jobs.undp.org/.

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ActionAid International is active in over 45 countries in Africa, Asia, America and Europe regions, in partnership with other organisations.

ActionAid Kenya has been working in Kenya since 1972 to facilitate processes that eradicate poverty and ensure social justice through anti-poverty projects, local institutional capability building and public policy influencing.

ActionAid Kenya works in 20 districts of Kenya and links key international, national and local institutions in favour of poor people.

We seek to recruit three (3) dynamic and innovative persons to fill the following new positions based at three locations Kuria, Makima and Elangata Wuas Local Rights Programmes (LRP).

Kuria LRP is in Kuria District, Migori County; Makima LRP is in Mbeere South District, Embu County; while Elangata Wuas LRP is in Ngong District, Kajiado Centrat County.

Manager - Local Rights Programme

Reporting to the Team Leader at the respective Region, you will be committed to the cause of poverty eradication, while overseeing appropriate planning, development, implementation, monitoring and review of long-term development programmes and initiatives at the Local Rights Programme (LRP).

Key responsibilities will include the following:

Building strong alliances in the area through empowering and building capacity of people living in poverty and their Community Based Organizations and other partners for sustainable development;Promoting the highest standards of integrity, cost consciousness and accountability in line with ActionAid Learning and Planning Systems (ALPS) and ActionAid’s values;Promoting women’s rights and empowerment through gender mainstreaming in all programmes by addressing operational and strategic gender needs of the communities and partners in the Programme area;Profile:

Our preferred candidate will have:

A degree preferably in social sciences with at least three years’ experience in programme development and management;Strong analytical skills and a high level of credibility in order to assist the rights holders in determining their solutions;Experience in participatory development approaches, tools and methodologiesYou must be willing to reside in the Local Rights Programme area.

The successful candidates will enjoy flexibility and organizational space while joining an experienced and dynamic staff working alongside poor people.

For a full job profile interested candidates should access the application pack from www.actionaid.org/kenya/jobs.

The application pack contains the vacancy announcement, Job Description and an Application form.

Only electronically completed application forms will be accepted and should be mailed to hresources.kenya@actionaid.org.

The closing date for receipt of application forms is September 28, 2011.

The Head of Human Resources Organisation Development & Administration,
P. O. Box 42814, 00100, Nairobi
Email- hresources.kenya@actionaid.org

Kindly do not send a detailed CV at this stage as only the information in the application form will be used for initial selection.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer.

Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Call for Proposals

Baseline Survey: Local Non-State and State Actors Engagement in KNCHR’s Public Complaints Referral Mechanism

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) in partnership with GIZ-Social Justice Reconciliation and National Cohesion project, seek the services of a consultant / consulting firm to conduct a baseline survey in the North Rift and Northern Kenya regions in the month of September, 2011.

The overall aim of the baseline study is, on behalf of KNCHR, to collect and analyze data for making an initial assessment on the existing regional complaints referral systems in place, used by KNCHR and in collaboration with other institutions - both State and Non-State.

The results of the study are to serve as the baseline for measuring the use of the referral system and the satisfaction by key stakeholders of the usefulness of the referral system.

The Kenya National Human Rights Commission is an independent National Human Rights Institution and was established by the Government through the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act No. 9 of 2002.

Its core mandate is to further the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya. It plays two broad roles firstly as a watch dog over the government in the area of human rights and secondly as a leader in moving the country toward a Human Rights State.

The consultant/consulting firm is expected, in close collaboration with KNCHR and GIZ;

i) To prepare a baseline survey to make an initial assessment of the existing regional referral system in place, used by KNCHR and other institutions - both State and Non-State, focusing on North Rift and Northern Kenya regions and the prospects/positioning of the KNCHR regional offices for an integrated complaints mechanism

ii) To assess the role of CSOs in complaints handling and challenges experienced in engaging with KNCHR in the referral system

iii) To use appropriate qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methodology, to allow for future evaluation indicators on the use by and usefulness of the referral system to the relevant State and Non State Actors

iv) To design and provide key quantitative and qualitative indicators for evaluation from the data analysis to measure the use of the referral mechanism and the usefulness of the referral system to the relevant State and Non-State Actors in the mid and long term

v) To provide suitable recommendations for KNCHR in its current public complaints referral mechanisms

If interested please submit a detailed proposal – technical and financial - for such a survey, with specific indications on:

Time required for conducting and completing such a survey in the regions - data collection and analysisMethodology and proposed approachCapacities and availabilityIf interested please submit your proposal clearly marked BASELINE SURVEY: KNCHR by COB – Friday 9th September, 2011 to:

GIZ Kenya Office, Riverside Mews Building, Riverside Drive
P.O. Box 41607- 00100, Nairobi.

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Background:-

SNV is a Netherlands based, international development organization, working in 36 developing countries across the world. SNV envisions a society where all people enjoy the freedom to pursue their own sustainable development.

We aim to considerably influence production, income and employment in Agriculture through systemic value chain development and substantially improve access to quality basic services in the sectors of Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) and Renewable Energy.

We do this by providing transformative change capacity development services, facilitating knowledge development, brokering and networking, strengthening local capacity builder (LCB) services and supporting market development for local capacity development services. We work in five of the eight provinces in Kenya namely: Eastern, Central, Rift Valley, Nyanza and Western.

SNV clients in these regions are served through three portfolio offices located in Eldoret, Nanyuki and Nairobi.

In furtherance to the objective of strengthening local capacity builder (LCB) services, SNV Kenya sub-contract LCBs to participate in the delivery of capacity development services to SNV Clients.

We define LCB as, National, Districts and/or County level individual or organization (public or private organization; CSO, research or academic based) that provides a significant volume of capacity development services to district or national level organization.

LCB services can include sector related expertise i.e. in Agriculture, WASH or Renewable Energy or facilitating change processes i.e. multiactor advisory services, institutional and policy development, organizational development, knowledge brokering and learning, training, coaching and mentoring, among others.

Purpose

SNV Kenya hereby calls for “EXPRESSION OF INTERESTS” from qualified local capacity development service providers in Agriculture, Water Sanitation and Hygiene and Renewable Energy.

Interested organizations / individuals (based preferably within the regions served by SNV or national level with wider operational mandate) are expected to demonstrate their fulfillment of the following minimum criteria:

Evidence of relevant experience and track record in capacity development services in Agriculture value chains, Water Sanitation and Hygiene, and Renewable EnergyExperience in SNV’s geographical area(s) of operation and interest to expand services to other locationAdequate number and qualification of staff employed (both technical & support)Proof of registration/incorporation.Tax Identification Number (A Must) & VAT number (where applicable)A copy of Income tax clearance certificate or equivalent (where applicable)Financial statements for the past two years (where applicable)Any other relevant documents or statements e.g. recommendation letters from previous clientsProposal not exceeding three pages, together with the relevant attachments indicated above, including the physical address and phone number, contact person and email address to be submitted not later than 20th September 2011 to:

The Country HR Officer
SNV, Netherlands Development Organization
P. O. Box 30776-00100,
Nairobi

Or via email to kenya@snvworld.org with submission title SNV EOI LCBS 2011.

SNV will respond to enquiries on this call until 30th August, please direct your questions to: kenya@snvworld.org

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Job Summary

To strengthen and lead its Operations Unit, EGPAF in Kenya   is looking to recruit a highly innovative and motivated organisational leader to work as the Director of Operations based in Nairobi.

This is a senior management position reporting to the Country Director. The position builds teamwork and a collegial and integrated approach, fostering links between Operations and the programmatic functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

·         Provide strategic oversight and leadership to the country program Operations function, including overall vision and direction, and managing and contributing to the work of HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Logistics, Administration, Contracts & Grants, and field offices.

·         Duties will be wide ranging and extend from strategic business planning, performance management and development of key functions, leadership and mentoring of the operations leadership team, leading  on budgets  preparation,  monitoring and reporting on expenditures and preparation and facilitating of  audits and compliance reviews.

·         Ensure that the country programme is supported by an efficient and effective operations platform, and that a strong culture of compliance is adopted in accordance with organisational/donor policies and procedures.

·         Ensure that programme support functions are reviewed and improved where necessary, and that the operations function is adequately equipped to proactively support the growth and development of the country program.

·         Influence innovative approaches to Operations management in order to achieve organisational effectiveness while remaining the primary point of contact for all operational matters.

Required Qualifications

·         Advanced degree in business administration, finance or any other relevant field.

·         Minimum of 8 years senior leadership experience in a similar role, preferably with a multi-national non-profit organization.

·         Proven track record in operations leadership.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

·         Strong conceptual and analytical skills.

·         Proven people management and communication skills.

·         Proven strategic, planning and implementation ability.

·         Expert knowledge of the USG funding environment and experience working with other donors.

·         Well developed-networking and influencing skills to bring a diverse range of stakeholders on board to achieve common aims.

 Please submit your application attaching current resume’ to: kenyarecruitment@pedaids.org

 The closing date is: 3rd August 2011….Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

EGPAF is mainly funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and UNICEF.

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Job Title: Local Country Manager

Reports To: CEO

General Purpose of Position:

Our client is in search of a full time “local” Country Head to manage their operations in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

The successful candidate must have a natural eye for quality workmanship.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Overall Head of Country merchandising and sales team operations within Kenya (Nairobi), Tanzania (Dar) and Uganda (Kampala)Managing a team of supervisors, field operations personnel and an administratorInterfacing (presenting and managing) local client relationships and ensuring business growth locallyLiaising and reporting to BTL Consulting HQ, clients and partnersA minimum of a Bachelors degree. Excellent presentation skills using Microsoft Office applications. Retail experience is a plus. The successful candidate must be able to work independently with excellent Entrepreneurial, Administrative and Communication abilities. Energy and enthusiasm are an absolute necessity. Strong, positive references a plusMinimum age 26 years and 3 years work experience at Senior levels. USD300 – USD400 plus lucrative performance incentives If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application with a detailed C.V and a list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :- jobs@truenorthcareermap.com on or before Wednesday, July 6th, 2011.

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Professional Area: Contracting & Procurement

Brief Description:

The Local Buyer's role is to manage local procurement activities in a manner that assists in the achievement of corporate C&P objectives and the delivery of set targets.

The Local Buyer is responsible for the efficient administration of all local materials procurement activities within the organization in accordance with corporate procurement procedures and governance processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Execute local procurement processes efficiently and effectivelyEfficiently manage Requisition-to-Pay transaction processing in MaximoEnsure prompt delivery and compliance with all procurement prerequisitesEnsure competitiveness of buying pricesMaintenance of procedures for procurement administrationManagement of Suppliers database and KPI'sEnsure compliance and achievement of continuous improvement.Preparation of procurement projections and other management reportsParticipation and maintenance of high HSE Desired Education Skills and Experience:
Be between 30 and 40 years oldHolder of a degree in Procurement & Supplies ManagementHas at least 5 years experience in a busy computerized procurement environment in a manufacturing companyMust be a registered member of Kenya Institute of Supplies ManagementHas a high level of computer literacyKnowledge of Maximo will be an added advantageHas the highest level of integrity and personal effectiveness and can hold a 360-degrees view on issues and be a change agent

The Employer:

A rapidly expanding local commercial bank with a countrywide network is looking to maintain and enhance its leadership position in the industry through the recruitment of Direct Sales Staff.

The Candidates

Fresh, young and energetic individuals who have a passion and flair for sales as well as being self-driven and result-oriented.

The ideal candidates should also be able to work with minimal supervision and possess the ability to meet and exceed stretching targets.

Main Duty

To aggressively sell and market Bank products on a commission basis.Minimum of KCSE C+ overall grade, with a C+ in Mathematics and EnglishDegree/Diploma/Certificate in a business related field will be an added advantage.Computer literate.Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.Previous sales experience ¡n a financial institution will be an added advantage.Age-28yrsand belowIf you meet all these requirements and wish to join our highly skilled and award winning team, please send your application accompanied by copies of certificates, detailed Curriculum Vitae, testimonials and a daytime telephone contact through the voucher number shown below by 8th July 2011.

DNA/1014
P.O Box 49010
Nairobi.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We regret that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Job applications are no longer being accepted for this opportunity.

IBTCI is currently seeking candidates for a local monitoring and evaluation (M&E) advisor position based in Nairobi for 3 years on a project focused on M&E of all USAID country activities related to Health, Population and HIV/AIDS; Basic Education; Governing Justly and Democratically; Economic Growth, Environment and Natural Resources Management.

The M&E officer is expected to work together with the senior M&E advisor to design and manage evaluations, analyses, and assessments throughout the life of the Project (3 years), including the design of the evaluation methodology, participatory data collection methods and protocols, and data verification techniques.  S/he will also work on the design, quality, development, and production of all assessments, analytical reports and evaluations, including the testing of the development hypothesis.

Requirements: 

Minimum of 3 years of experience in M&E, particularly the development and maintenance of M&E systems, including indicator development, data collection and analysis, data validation and audits, and performance reporting.USAID experience is a plus.Strong written and oral communication skills.Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: Health, Population and HIV/AIDS; Basic Education; Governing Justly and Democratically; Economic Growth, Environment and Natural Resources Management.

To Apply

Please send your CV and 3 references to Ms. Schnitzer at with “Local M&E Officer - Kenya” in the subject heading. Only finalists will be contacted. Please, No Phone Calls.

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UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME IN SOMALIA

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR NEW POST

Position Information

Job Code Title: Administrative Assistant
Position Number: TBC
Department: DSS Admin. Unit
Reports to: UNDSS CSA
Reports: Deputy Chief Security Advisor
Position Status: Non-rotational
Duty Station: Nairobi
Current Grade: New Position
Approved Grade: GS5
Position Classified by:
Classification Approved by:

II. Organizational Context
UNDSS Somalia is supporting the UN Agencies and humanitarian community through security advice and guidance so to enable their operations in the safest way possible. UNDSS has it’s headquarter in New York and have operations in more than one hundred countries.

Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Chief Security Advisor (DCSA), the Administrative. Assistant will assist in the implementation of administrative, protocol and logistic operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in the country or in the region of assignment.

III. Functions / Key Results Expected
Summary of key functions:
Implementation of operational strategies
Provision of effective and efficient Protocol support services
Provision of effective and efficient Administrative and Logistic support services
Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Ensures implementation of operational strategies, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Full compliance of administrative activities with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies.
Support the Admin. Unit on elaboration of the internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Establish and maintain a database of all DSS operational activities; additionally create and maintain a tracking sheet, a shared drive of relevant reports for the admin. unit
Maintain and update a database and a data folder of all the DSS staff including their particulars. (in both hard and soft copies)
Preparation of administrative team results-oriented work plans.

Ensures effective and efficient provision of Protocol support services, focusing on achievement of the following results:

While liaising with UNDP, assist in preparation and follows up on the status of documents submitted to the protocol unit while maintaining a log of all deliveries and receipts to and from both units
Assist in processing of notification of arrival, driving license, MoFA Cards, Re-entry permits, UNLP renewals, PRO1Bs, PRO1Cs and VAT exemptions. For the CSA and DCSA, prepare all official documents and forms on their behalf for their signature.
Accurate and systematic filing of documents and updating the physical files all immigration, duty free and tax exemptions documents while ensuring that the filing area is accessible and neat.
Preparation of routine correspondence, faxes, memorandum and reports in accordance with CO SOP.

Ensures effective administrative and logistic support, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Organization of shipments, customs clearance arrangements, preparation of documents for UNDSS shipments (received/sent), Preparation of all necessary documentation, implementation of follow-up actions
Support to organization of procurement such as creating Requisitions in Atlas for travel related activities. Ensures availability of budget according to COA provided by the Admin./Finance Analyst.
Arrangements of travel and hotel reservations, preparation of travel authorizations, processing requests for visas, identity cards and other documents.
Administrative support to conferences, workshops, retreats.
Extraction of data from various sources.
Research and retrieval of statistical data from internal and external sources; preparation of statistical charts, tables and reports.
Backstop the Admin. Associate during her absence.

Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the CO, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Participation in the training for the operations/projects staff on administration.
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice

Carry out any other DSS administrative and/or operation related tasks as required by the DCSA.

IV. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the DSS Admin Unit. Accurate presentation of information strengthens the capacity of the office and promotes the mandate of UNDSS. Additionally, it promotes the image of UN/UNDP as an effective contributor to the development of the country.

VI. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates commitment to UN’s mission, vision and values
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies

Knowledge Management and Learning

Shares knowledge and experience
Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to administer and execute administrative processes and transactions
Ability to extract, interpret, analyze data and resolve operational problems
Ability to perform work of confidential nature and handle a large volume of work
Good knowledge of administrative rules and regulations
Strong IT/technical skills including e-mail, Excel, Word and Power Point applications

Leadership and Self-Management

Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure

VII. Recruitment Qualifications
Education:
Secondary education. Certification in administration desirable.
Experience:
5 years of relevant experience in administration or programme support service.
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.). Experience in handling of web-based management systems.
Language requirements:
Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory, including the ability to draft, edit and finalize documents in English. Knowledge of Arabic and/or Somali is desirable
Other requirements:
Candidates considered for the post will be required to sit a written test as part of the selection procedure.

Applicants are required to fill and sign a P11 Form and submit it together with Curriculum Vitae on the online application.

UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

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Closing date: 20 Feb 2011
Location: Kenya - Nairobi (with frequent travel to Somalia and relocation when situation permits).
I. Position Information

Job Title: Project Officer- SWTF 1325 secretariat.
Reports to: Deputy Regional Programme Director (Until a Programme Manager for Somalia is hired)
Duty Station: Nairobi (with frequent travel to Somalia and relocation when situation permits).
Approved Type/Grade: Service Contract (SC 10)
Start Date : 2nd May 2011
Duration of initial contract: 8 Months (Renewal subject to performance, availability of funds and need for position).

II. Organizational Context

Background :

In October 2000, the United Nations Security Council adopted the Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security (UN SCR 1325), which mandates the protection of, and respect for, the human rights of women and girls. It calls on all parties to armed conflict to take specific measures to protect women and girls from gender-based violence, particularly rape and sexual violence. By agreeing the resolution, the International Community recognizes that civilians, particularly women and children, account for the vast majority of those adversely affected by armed conflicts. The emphasis on women (and children especially girls) is also because world leaders have recognized that conflict and insecurity affect men and women differently with the heavier burden of conflict resting on women – where women are severely underrepresented in all spheres of peacemaking, peacekeeping, and recovery and reconstruction in all post-conflict contexts.
The resolution calls for the implementation of international humanitarian and human rights law, institutional arrangements to guarantee the protection of women and girls and their full participation in peace processes. It requests member states to increase the representation of women at all levels of decision making for prevention, management and resolution of conflict. It seeks to expand the role of women in field-based operations and supports the inclusion of a gender perspective in peacekeeping operations. Since the adoption of the UN SCR 1325 in 2000, a number of member states and other organizations as well as partnerships have endorsed its principles and Nations all over the world are developing national action plans to implement the resolutions.

2010 marked ten years since the UN SCR 1325. In recognition of the 10th anniversary and in response to the call in SCR 1325 urging ‘consultation with local and international women’s groups’, the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) and United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM – now part of UN Women) in the month of June hosted a Global Open Day, Partnerships for Peace in post-conflict countries, as part of a UN Global Action. On this day, the offices of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) for Somalia and the Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator (RC/HC) for Somalia opened their doors to consult with women peace leaders and peace advocates on women, peace and security. Over 50 women and over 20 men from all over Somalia participated at the event to express their needs and also to listen and respond to one-another. These consultations aimed to provide a space for Somali women’s voices to emerge and to allow for the SRSG and the RC/HC to hear and respond to issues on women, peace and security.

The key outcome of this event was the establishment of the Somali Women’s Task Force on 1325 (SWTF 1325) in Somalia in order to raise awareness, push for ratification, a comprehensive national action plan, and full implementation.

The SWTF 1325 requested UNIFEM’s (Part of UN Women) East and Horn of Africa Regional Office to be the Secretariat and provide Secretariat as well as technical support. It is against this background that UN Women seeks to recruit the services of a Service Contract Holder at Service Contract Band 5 (SC 10). UN Women reserves the right to recruit the position at a lower SC level, subject to final classification and based on the most qualified candidate’s experience. The Service Contract position will report to the Deputy Regional Programme Director till a Country Programme Manager for Somalia is appointed.

The Service Contract position will contribute to the realization of UN Women’s Strategic Outcomes as following in Somalia: Outcome 1: Increased number of national development strategies (including PRSs, SWAPs, post-conflict reconstruction strategies, and other nationally-owned plans) incorporate gender equality in line with national commitments to women’s empowerment (e.g., MDGs, SC1325, etc.) and human rights (e.g., CEDAW and regional human rights commitments); Outcome 2: Increase in numbers of Constitutions and legal frameworks and processes – particularly those related to economic security and rights, women’s care work, property and inheritance rights, trade, migration, ending VAW, and electoral and security sector reform – that promote and protect women’s human rights and eliminate gender inequality; Outcome 5: Gender equality experts, advocates and their organizations and networks enhance their capacity and influence to ensure that there are strong gender equality dimensions in national laws, policies and strategies; and Outcome 8: Increased numbers and relevance of models of community-level initiatives for advancing women’s human rights and eliminating gender inequality.

The Project Officer will work closely with the SWTF 1325 members, UN Women’s Regional and Country Programme Office staff and non-staff, other UN agencies, CSOs and national counterparts to build cooperative relationships and establish the SWTF 1325 as an effective platform.

III. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions:

- Provide strategic coordination and secretariat support services.
- Efficient technical and logistical services.
- Efficient delivery of responsibilities and results, as outlined below, of the Somali Women’s Task Force on 1325 (SWTF 1325) and to ensure the effective functioning of the SWTF 1325 Secretariat.

1. Provide strategic coordination and secretariat support services focusing on achievement of the following results:

- Mobilise members of SWTF 1325 and support them with preparations for internal and external events.
- Produce, together with the SWTF members and the chair, results based and costed work plans and proposals as may be required assuring quality and consistency.
- Identify delivery issues in the SWTF and ensure effective coordination for redress of those issues.
- Work closely with the SWTF 1325 members, other UN agencies, CSOs and national counterparts to build cooperative relationships and establish the SWTF 1325 effective platform.
- Facilitate and disseminate internal and external communication and keep members abreast of their roles, responsibilities and/or obligations pertaining to participation, contributions, meetings, etc.
- Support, facilitate and production of all deliverables related to SWTF 1325 and coordinate the SWTF 1325's internal processes including lending assistance for the decision-making processes.

2. Ensures effective technical and logistical services focusing on achievement of the following results:

- Give technical assistance to the SWTF chair and members to support their objective and UN Women programme goals
- Provide technical expertise to SWTF 1325 when and as required by the work plan including providing guidance throughout all phases of implementation of the SWTF 1325 activities
- Provide technical support to individual and collective TF members on advocacy, presentation and representation.
- Support resource mobilization for the SWTF 1325 and in the prudent management of available resources in line with the approved SWTF 1325 guidelines and UN/UN Women financial management policies.

3. Ensures efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and representation focusing on achievement of the following results:

- Assess implementation progress for relevance and coherence.
- Organize execution of activities that pertain to the Secretariat consistent with UN Women programme objectives engaging SWTF members and the chair and building reputation for quality design and reliable delivery
- Support the SWTF to demand the development of Somalia National Action Plan on UNSCR 1325 and subsequently its implementation in Somaliland, Puntland and the South Central regions or any other advocacy campaign by the SWTF as may be necessary or planned by the SWTF 1325.
- Develop, maintain and update a database of SWTF 1325 membership, thematic issues and key achievements and document all processes including lessons learned and best practices.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, six-monthly and annual reports to UN Women, and donor reports as may be relevant.

Key Results Expected/ Deliverables

- Approved and implemented annual work plan for the SWTF 1325
- Document containing criteria for different categories of membership that SWTF 1325 should have to be truly representative of Somali women and different parts of Somalia and which are endorsed by the current members of the SWTF 1325 and contains information on the roles, responsibilities and/or obligations of the different categories of members pertaining to participation, contributions, meetings, etc
- Documented and operational communication strategy of the SWTF 1325
- An operational data base that captures the SWTF 1325 membership, thematic issues, concerns and trends of progress.
- An operational monitoring and evaluation plan that determines the functionality and effectiveness of SWTF 1325.
- An operational system of providing Secretarial Assistance to the members of SWTF 1325 with a client orientation.
- A strengthened and enlarged SWTF 1325
- Documentation of all processes of SWTF 1325 and reports as follows: quarterly, six-monthly and annual reports covering lessons learned, and at least, two case studies of good practices/success stories per year and donor reports as may be relevant

IV. Impact of Results

The Service Contract position will contribute to the realization of UN Women’s Strategic Outcomes as follows in Somalia:
Outcome 1: Increased number of national development strategies (including PRSs, SWAPs, post-conflict reconstruction strategies, and other nationally-owned plans) incorporate gender equality in line with national commitments to women’s empowerment (e.g., MDGs, SC1325, etc.) and human rights (e.g., CEDAW and regional human rights commitments).
Outcome 2: Increase in numbers of Constitutions and legal frameworks and processes – particularly those related to economic security and rights, women’s care work, property and inheritance rights, trade, migration, ending VAW, and electoral and security sector reform – that promote and protect women’s human rights and eliminate gender inequality.
Outcome 5: Gender equality experts, advocates and their organizations and networks enhance their capacity and influence to ensure that there are strong gender equality dimensions in national laws, policies and strategie.
Outcome 8: Increased numbers and relevance of models of community-level initiatives for advancing women’s human rights and eliminating gender inequality.

V. Competencies

Corporate Competencies

- Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UNs values and ethical standards
- Familiar with or High ability to familiarize with UN Women/UNDP rules, regulations, corporate tools and policies
- Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN Women
- Displays cultural, clan related, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
- Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional competencies
Knowledge Management and Learning.
- Contributes to UN Women’s Thematic Areas related to Women, Peace and Security and actively works towards continuing personal learning and development as well transferring learning to the others
- Builds knowledge relevant to SWTF 1325 priorities and shares that with all stakeholders within UN Women and outside using appropriate procedures.
Development and Operational Effectiveness

- Ability to provide top quality policy advice and Secretariat Services
- Ability to conduct results-based management and reporting.
- In-depth practical knowledge of development and advocacy coordination matters
- Strong orientation to provide quality service to clients (SWTF 1325 members)

Management and Leadership

- Team player and excellent networking ability
- Ability to value support and assistance role
- Creative, out-of-the-box thinker with an ability to adhere to institutional rules and regulations
- Calm, relaxed, able to deal with stress
- Flexible, willing to work extra or odd hours and weekends/public holidays as may be required
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
- Ability to negotiate with internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
- Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills
- Well organized and consistent

Technical competencies

- Good understanding in theory and practice of results-based management.
- Familiar with Project Cycle Management
- In-depth knowledge and experience coordination in crisis/post conflict context
- Ability to lead formulation of strategies and their implementation
- Ability to identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to projects and resources
Excellent results-based report drafting and presentation skills
- Very good resource management skills and knowledge of basic accounting
- Strong IT skills (MS Office; MS Excel; PowerPoint; Internet and Email)
- Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education: Masters Degree or equivalent in social sciences, gender studies, international studies, development studies, social anthropology or related field.

Experience: Minimum of seven years relevant experience with advance university degree, in gender equality or human rights research and coordination or a related field

Widely knowledgeable about the Somali context and the issues that face the Somali women including the human rights of women in Somalia.
Minimum 3 years experience of working with women’s organizations, movements and networks in conflict and post conflict contexts.

Demonstrated experience in structured report writing using Results Based Management (RBM). Short-listed candidates may be required to produce evidence of past work or undergo a written test.

Proven experience in financial tracking and reporting abilities. Short-listed candidates may be required to undergo a written test.

Demonstrated experience of supporting partners and maintaining productive long-distance relationships.

Language Requirements: Fluency in spoken and written English language is essential. Fluency in spoken and written Somali is a strong asset

NB: Qualified women of Somali origin are highly encouraged to apply.

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