Position: Shelter Cluster Regional Focal Point – Africa
I. Background on ACTED: ACTED is a French humanitarian NGO, founded in 1993, which supports vulnerable populations, affected by humanitarian crises worldwide. ACTED provides continued support to vulnerable communities by ensuring the sustainability of post-crisis interventions and engaging long-term challenges facing our target populations, in order to break the poverty cycle, foster development and reduce vulnerability to disasters. Our interventions seek to cover the multiple aspects of humanitarian and development crises through a multidisciplinary approach which is both global and local, and adapted to each context. Our 3,300 staff is committed in to responding to emergencies worldwide, to supporting recovery and rehabilitation, towards sustainable development.
Our teams in the field implement some 340 projects in 34 countries covering the following sectors emergency relief, food security, access to health, education and training, economic development, microfinance, advocacy, institutional support, and regional dialogue, cultural promotion.

Based on considerable experience addressing the needs and situations of vulnerable communities, ACTED contributes to the international agenda towards reaching the Millennium Development Goals, through a wide range of partnerships, innovative initiatives, and campaigns.
 Areas: Kenya, Uganda (Pokot, Middle Juba, Northern Uganda, Karamoja)
 ACTED launched its Kenya mission in January of 2008 with an emergency assistance program for residents in Nairobi slums affected by the post election violence. Since 2009, Nairobi has been the home base of ACTED’s relief operation in Southern Somalia aimed at supporting vulnerable famers affected by recurrent droughts.
In 2010, ACTED’s mission in Kenya/Somalia sought to address the needs of pastoralist and farmer communities of North Central Kenya and South Somalia arising from multiple shocks such as adverse climatic conditions and disease outbreaks, through emergency food and non-food items distribution.
In the wake of this emergency context, ACTED also promoted the adoption of sustainable community based solutions, emphasizing livelihood strengthening and diversification, natural resource rehabilitation and management, good hygiene practices and access to sanitation facilities.
ACTED is developing its programs in South Somalia, focusing on building capacity to respond to emergency outbreaks, as well as ensuring local populations are integrated into longer term projects aiming at improving their livelihoods. This will occur in the form of food, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and livelihood support to vulnerable agro-pastoral and riverine communities.
Today, ACTED's teams and resources are mobilized on the front of dire needs in our areas of intervention in Somalia and Kenya, as well as other areas in the Horn of Africa.In 2013, the Global Shelter Cluster (GSC) approved its GSC Strategy for the period 2013-2017. In order to advance the implementation of the GSC Strategy, and in particular its Strategic Aim 1, the GSC with funding support from ECHO has established Shelter Cluster Regional Focal Points (RFPs) hosted by cluster partner agencies as standby/surge capacity and support for country level cluster based preparedness planning and awareness raising. The RFPs are hosted by partner agencies and operate in close collaboration with global cluster leads, therefore contributing to strengthen capacities of the overall shelter sector. The GSC Strategic Advisory Group (SAG) agreed on a transparent process for the selection of partners to host RFPs. An open invitation was made to all cluster partners for expressions of interest to host these RFPs. As an active member of the GSC, ACTED sent an expression of interest to host the position of RFP – Africa Region, which was accepted by the GSC SAG based on pre-agreed criteria.
The purpose of the Shelter Cluster Regional Focal Point (RFP) is to deliver emergency capacity building and preparedness support to national shelter clusters and national coordination platforms, with primary focus on building local capacities.Provide technical support to on-going clusters and other coordination mechanisms at the regional and country level on shelter coordination and sector-based contingency planning.Support the national cluster coordinators in the region in fulfilling the IASC and GSC guidance. This will be done in coordination with the GSC Support Team.Support the government and shelter actors in selected high-risk countries where there is no existing shelter coordination capacity. The support will mainly include undertaking sector-based contingency planning and strengthening their capacity to respond to shelter emergencies,Enhance shelter cluster planning and strategy development at regional and national levels, including the integration of cross-cutting issues.Contribute to roll out the cluster approach and global guidance and tools to shelter coordination bodies, especially at national and sub-national levels.Increase awareness of and participation in shelter clusters in the region of operation, particularly of local NGOs and other national stakeholders.Complement the Global Shelter Cluster surge capacity system, by providing dedicated surge capacity as members of Shelter Coordination Teams when required.Lead the organization of regional shelter coordination workshops and trainings and support the organization of national and global shelter coordination workshops and trainings.Contribute to the development and implementation of global shelter coordination guidance and tools (Strategy, Fact Sheet, Performance Monitoring, amongst others), to the systematization of good practice in coordination mechanisms at country level, and to shelter cluster reviews and evaluations.Provide content as relevant and regularly monitor the website (sheltercluster.org) at the global, regional and country level sites to provide inputs and additional documents as necessary.Work in close collaboration with other RFPs, GSC Global Focal Points and the GSC Support Team to ensure consistency and learning across regions.Postgraduate diploma or relevant Master’s level degree (engineering)Fluency in written and spoken EnglishA minimum of 3 years shelter/housing or rehabilitation programming experienceFamiliarity with current standards and guidelines for humanitarian emergency responseAwareness of and exposure to the humanitarian reform processAbility to work with sensitive issues in a multi-cultural environment and with virtual or/and dispersed teamsAbility to undertake strategic analysis and translate thinking into practiceAbility to inspire, to build confidence and to find creative and constructive solutions to difficult issuesSalary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonusAdditional monthly living allowanceFree food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowanceProvision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement packageVI. Submission of applications:
Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org
ACTED
Att: Human Resources Department
33, rue Godot de Mauroy
75009 Paris
France
For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org

Lutheran World Federation / Department for World Service Kenya / Djibouti Programme is seeking to recruit a Kenyan nationals for the following position, to be based in Dadaab Refugee Camp.

1. Camp Manager

Report to Project Coordinator

Key Functions

Project planning, implementation and management

Overall responsibility for the successful planning, coordination, execution, monitoring, control, and evaluation of the project at Camp level.Direct and supervise the staff in project implementation at camp level.Verifying activity reports and financial receipts from staff before taking them to the AccountantChairing and facilitation of project review meetings with the staff at the Camp levelOrganizing key project activities i.e. workshops, meetings, stakeholders meetings, beneficiaries’ trainings, etcPreparation of internal  project  weekly, monthly , annual reports  and other periodic reportsEnsure that implementation is done according to the budget and work plansEnsure effective and on time communication with partners, the UNHCR field unit, LWF  senior staff, and  the communityCoordination at Camp level

He will chair interagency meetings, sectoral/monthly meetings and circulate the minutes to the UNHCR and other partners present.

Support in organizing annual events like World Aids day, World refugee day, International day of peace among others, with the help of other implementing partners

Operations at Camp level

Responsible in maintaining sound and cost-effective operational standards and procedures in transport, stores, procurement, communications and security at the camp level.Ensure proper utilization of supplies, equipment and assets based at the camp levelResponsible for supervising and motivating camp-based staff in accordance with LWF policies, procedures and guidelines.Responsible for conducting regular staff performance appraisal aimed at enhancing achievement of LWF objectives and mission in accordance with LWF policies and procedures.Responsible for ensuring all LWF staff observe the highest standards of the Code of Conduct for humanitarian workers, refugee protection and prevention of sexual abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.Responsible for reporting to the Sub Program Manager, Project Coordinator and Nairobi based project coordinators of any incidents of abuse of authority all forms of fiscal impropriety and discrimination in LWF operations.Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor or designate.Professional Qualifications, experience & skillsGraduate degree in Social work, community Development, Sociology or any other social sciences related fieldAt least 5 years of progressive experience in humanitarian program management, preferably in refugee settings. Experience gained in management and community mobilization is an added advantageProfessional experience working with international organizations/ NGOExperience in project/program development and ManagementStrong representation, negotiation and coordination experience gained from working with UN organizations, national and international NGOs.Working knowledge and experience of humanitarian principles, SPHERE and UNHCR standards and field security protocols and procedures.Excellent computer skills in word processing, database management, spreadsheets, use of internet and email.Skills in facilitation of partnerships to fulfil program objectivesExperience in conducting trainings, facilitation and capacity buildingAbility to work under pressure, tight deadlines and adverse climateGeneral knowledge about the political, socio-economic and social situation in the regions.Strong analytical, problem solving and quick response experiences in humanitarian contexts.Experience and skills in developing proposals, concept papers and reports writing.Experience working with refugees and/or local communities to promote community-based structures and institutions for self-management.Proven academic and/or on-job training on ‘Project Cycle Management”.2. Livelihood Officer

The Livelihood Officer will report to the Community Services Officer. 

He/she will lead, supervise and facilitate the smooth running of livelihood activities in LWF/DWS Dadaab Sub Program.

Key Functions

Provide technical direction, leadership and training to the livelihoods team on income generation, group savings and loans, revolving funds, vocational skills training and strengthening of small scale businesses for persons of concern to enhance their self reliance.Design and coordinate market assessments, conduct feasibility studies and supervise the smooth start up and running of selected projectsPropose objectives, elaborate work plans and formulate monitoring and evaluation plans for the livelihoods activitiesParticipating in proposals development and budgeting for new projects in accordance with the provided guidelines and standardsResponsible for overseeing implementation of project activities in accordance with approved time schedules, budgets and regulations of LWF and her partners and donors.Responsible for promoting and facilitating refugee participation in project management cycle through established community based structures or any other relevant for aPerform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor or designate.Professional Qualifications, experience & skillsBachelor’s or advanced degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Community Development or other related field.;Minimum 5-years’ working experience with INGOs in the fields of livelihoods at management level with at least 2-years’ experience engaging with refugees, asylum seekers, migrants and/or other vulnerable populations in economic strengthening interventions.Excellent command of the most common methodologies to identify, assess and monitor livelihood activities, with proven record of achievements.Experience with Household Economy Approach (HEA) will be an added advantage.3. Construction / Shelter Assistant
The Construction Assistant will be responsible for implementation of shelter project. He/she shall report to Construction Supervisor in the performance of his/her duties and responsibilities, which shall include the following;

Key Functions

To train and supervise the carpenters and ensure quality workmanship for refugee shelters.Ensure shelter beneficiaries are well informed on the shelter construction procedures.Ensure safe custody of machineries and equipment allocated to him/her.Responsible for ensuring proper implementation of funded activities in accordance with approved work plans, budgets and regulations of LWF/DWS and her partners and donors.Responsible for supervising carpenters and bricklayers working under shelter project.To prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports detailing the progress and achievement of project outputs and objectives, outlining challenges and recommendations for future planning.Attend and Participate in sectoral and other shelter related meetings at camp level.Responsible for other duties as delegated/assigned by supervisor or designateAdhere to sound and cost-effective operational standards and procedures in transport, stores, procurement, communications and security in the performance of duty.Properly utilize supplies, equipment and assets assigned for official duty.Responsible for supervising and motivating shelter monitors, brick layers and any other incentive staff working under him/her in accordance with LWF/DWS policies, procedures and guidelines.Responsible for conducting regular incentive staff performance appraisal aimed at enhancing achievement of LWF/DWS objectives and mission.Observe the highest standards of the Code of Conduct for humanitarian workers, refugee protection and prevention of sexual abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.Responsible for reporting to the Project Coordinator, supervisor or any senior staff any incidents of abuse of authority, all forms of fiscal impropriety and discrimination in LWF/DWS operations.Professional Qualifications, experience & skillsHigher Diploma in building constructions, civil engineering or related field or diploma in building construction with relevant experience in a humanitarian environment preferably refugee set up.Knowledge and working experience in design software (CAD software)Skills and experience in drafting/sketching of building plans.Experience working in a humanitarian context, with communities/refugees to design sheltersStrong analytical, problem solving and quick response experiences in humanitarian contexts.Possession of negotiation and facilitation skills and experience working in forced migration settings.Working knowledge and experience of humanitarian principles, SPHERE and UNHCR standards in shelter and camp management.Excellent computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, internet etcPersonal Attributes for all positions individually and severallyGood team player; able to take direction and work collaboratively with others.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including empathic listeningAbility to communicate in a highly professional manner with clients, community members and professional partnersStrong administrative skillsAble to complete required reporting and documentation by deadlinesAble to maintain confidentialityAble to work independently; self-motivatedProblem solving and conflict resolution skillsAbility to work in a challenging environment.Knowledge of protection issues.Ability to promote the values of equality, non-discrimination, and human rights for all.“LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. LWF/DWS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.”

Applications and detailed CV must include email address and telephone contacts of 3 referees, one of whom must be your supervisor in your current/former employment. 

They should reach the undersigned by close of business on 18th January, 2013:

C/o Office Administrator, 

Or e-mail to: lwfdadaab@gmail.com

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Emergency Shelter Advisor

Closing date:  11 Sep 2012

Save the Children

Job Purpose: 

The Emergency Shelter Advisor will provide overall technical management and support to emergency team for shelter programming and construction of temporary structures within programming sectors of the Somalia/Somaliland Programme:

Key Responsibilites: 

Provide overall technical management and support to emergency team in planning and undertaking shelter projects and activities; Provide technical support and guidance to the country team during the implementation of all construction works including assessing existing structures and developing local structural safety and contextual suitability guidelines, leading on developing/reviewing quality BoQs and workplans for the construction of structures, or repairs/renovations as required/planned;lead and develop a construction contingency/risk management plan to mitigate the impact of future rains/heavy wind and other possible disasters on these structures etcHow to apply:

Applications should be forwarded to: vacancies@scsom.org . Application Closing Date will be Tuesday 11th September 2012.

For additional information on the job description, working context, person’s specifications, please visit: www.somaliangoconsortium.org Our selection processes reflect our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.

Child Safeguaring Policy:

Any employee, consultant, contractor or the supplier undertaking an activity on behalf of SC UK must sign the Child Safeguarding - Declaration of Acceptance Form] and comply with the SC UK’s Child Safeguarding Policy which is a statement of SC UK’s commitment to preventing abuse and protecting children with whom it comes into contact.This extends not only to children with whom SC and its partners work directly, but also includes children whom staff are responsible for. SC UK believes that the situation of children must be improved through the promotion of their rights supported and demonstrated by all members of staff. Save the Children's Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members must adhere to.

Indoor Residual Spraying and Shelter Co-ordinator Horn of Africa

The Services - “Terms of Reference” Job Title: Indoor Residual Spraying and Shelter Co-ordinator – Horn of Africa Work Base: MENTOR Kenya with extensive field missions Responsible to: Programme Director Horn of Africa – The MENTOR Initiative Duration: 6 months with possibility to renew Start date: 15th September 2011 Closing date: until suitable candidate is found Fee: 2700-4000USD per month depending on experience Send a CV and letter of motivation to personnel@mentor-initiative.net No ‘CV-only’ applications will be considered

The MENTOR Initiative is a “not for profit”, charitable, non-governmental organisation devoted to reducing death and suffering from malaria in humanitarian crises. The MENTOR Initiative is currently providing ongoing emergency support to the most vulnerable communities in Haiti, Liberia, Angola, Kenya, Somalia, the Central African Republic and Eastern and Southern Chad.

The Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) and Shelter Co-ordinator for the Horn of Africa emergency programme will work as part of a MENTOR technical team with other specialism’s including malaria case management, malaria prevention, and IEC/BCC. This post will work with MoH, UNHCR, other UN agencies, NGO and FBO teams to ensure help ensure that all vulnerable IDP and refugee populations in target areas, have access to shelter that provides protection against mosquitoes and other disease vectors or nuisance insects. This will be achieved through a combination of direct work in north east Kenya, support missions and distance technical advice and direction for partners in Somalia. The IRS and shelter coordinator will be line managed by the MENTOR HoA Program Director.

The responsibilities of this post include the following.

• Ensure the compliance of The MENTOR Initiative in Horn of Africa (HoA) Emergency Response Programme for all grant contract obligations related to delivering technical and operational capacity building of MoH, NGO and community teams in, and delivery of, indoor residual spraying (IRS) and Insecticide Treated Plastic Sheeting (ITPS) distribution campaigns.

Kenya: • Work with UNHCR and other partners to assess the need for IRS and ITPS in Dadaab refugee camps in Kenya. • Work with MoH, UNICEF and others to assess the need for IRS and ITPS to provide shelter for Kenyan IDPs in the event of flood displacement. • Provide technical training for UNHCR implementing partners in Dadaab camps; and MoH and others working with IDPs in NE Kenya, to ensure the effective IRS campaigns in any existing camp areas where LLIN coverage is not adequate (>80%)and of ITPS for shelter and latrine construction. • Manage the loan and distribution / donation of IRS equipment and ITPS as well as insecticide to partners, where they are going to be responsible for IRS campaign implementation and shelter construction for identified refugee camps/ refugee settlements in Kenya. • Provide technical supervision for partner IRS and ITPS shelter construction campaigns. • Ensure basic mapping of all ITPS distributed and IRS activities in Kenya. • Develop and manage community teams to conduct targeted IRS campaigns amongst vulnerable host communities, where ever a suitable partner is not present or able. • Provide technical information and advise to partners concerning general vector control management in camp settings (including surface water and waste management, latrine design etc.)

Somalia: • Work with UNICEF, Global Fund, MoH implementing partners (NGOs, community groups and others) and other releveant stakeholders to help plan targeted IRS campaigns in high risk communities and to assess local information concerning emergency protective shelter needs in Somalia in the event of population displacement resulting from flooding, conflict or other causes. • Ensure technical training and capacity building of IRS partners as needed. • Manage the loan and distribution of IRS equipment and donation of insecticide to partners, where they are going to be responsible for IRS campaign implementation. • Work with UNICEF and other international logistics partners to manage the air or ground delivery of ITPS to displaced communities, for their use in shelter construction. • Work with partners to establish and maintain basic mapping of all IRS campaigns and ITPS distributed in Somalia.

General IRS Logistics:

• In close collaboration with the HoA Logistics Coordinator, responsible for ensuring appropriate handling and storage of all IRS and ITPS materials and equipment. • Responsible for ensuring that staff members and stakeholders are trained in the safe handling and transportation of ITPS and IRS tools and materials. • In close collaboration with the HoA Logistics Coordinator, responsible for ensuring the daily maintenance of malaria prevention and safety equipment such as IRS spraying equipment and safety equipment. • In close collaboration with the HoA Logistics Coordinator, ensure that IRS programmes receive adequate logistical support for transport and communication; water supplies, campaign supply lines management, team / equipment washing facilities, storage etc. • In close collaboration with the HoA Logistics Coordinator, ensure good stock management, resupply and appropriate and timely pre positioning of stock. • Responsible for ensuring that targeted shelter programmes receive adequate logistical support for transport. • In close collaboration with the HoA Logistics Coordinator, ensure that storage, loan and provision of MENTOR equipment and materials to health partners in related programme areas is supervised and recorded.

Other:

• Manage human resources under his/her direct line management in co-ordination with the PD. • Work with the Prevention Co-ordinator - IEC to ensure a package of simple, clear and culturally appropriate IEC is provided to all IRS and ITPS recipients. • In close collaboration with the Prevention Co-ordinator – IEC, ensure that IRS and ITPS partners are trained in IEC and basic monitoring of ITPS acceptability amongst displaced communities. • Assist in the creation of viable new proposals and budgets in liaison with the HoA Program Director. • Represent The MENTOR Initiative at relevant district/regional level meetings with the government and NGO partners to help inform and support a co-ordinated approach to IRS and other vector born disease control strategies in the HoA emergency. • Maintain up to date information on the status of all relevant programme areas, particularly with respect to statistical information demonstrating progress towards programme goals. • Preparation of relevant sections for weekly, monthly, and other ad hoc reports • Participation of relevant sections in weekly or more frequent planning meetings. • Development of relevant sections in other reporting required by grant contracts. • Support the HoA PD in assessment missions when required. Any other duties as may be assigned by the PD and agreed with the Program Manager Emergencies and/or the Director.

Job Specification Essential: • Relevant tertiary level degree or significant relevant experience • At least 3 years field experience in a similar environment of which minimum one year of specific IRS / shelter experience is desirable. • Proven capacity to train others • Flexible and willing to learn • Excellent team worker and communications skills • Practical, hands on approach

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The Services - “Terms of Reference” Job Title: Camp Shelter/ Malaria Protection Co-ordinator – Horn of Africa Work Base: MENTOR Kenya with extensive field missions Responsible to: Programme Manager Horn of Africa – The MENTOR Initiative Duration: 5 months with possibility to renew Start date: 1st September 2011 Closing date: until suitable candidate is found Fee: 2700-4000USD per month depending on experience Send a CV and letter of motivation to personnel@mentor-initiative.net No CV only application will be considered

The MENTOR Initiative is a “not for profit”, charitable, non-governmental organisation devoted to reducing death and suffering from malaria in humanitarian crises. The MENTOR Initiative is currently providing ongoing emergency support to the most vulnerable communities in Haiti, Liberia, Angola, Kenya, Somalia, the Central African Republic and Eastern and Southern Chad.

The Shelter Malaria Protection Co-ordinator for the Horn of Africa emergency programmes will work as part of a MENTOR technical team with other specialism’s including malaria case management, vector control, malaria prevention, and IEC/BCC. This post will work with MoH, UNHCR, other UN agencies, NGO and FBO teams to ensure help ensure that all vulnerable IDP and refugee populations in target areas, have access to shelter that provides protection against mosquitoes and other disease vectors or nuisance insects. This will be achieved through a combination of direct work in north east Kenya, support missions and distance technical advice and direction for partners in Somalia and Ethiopia.

The responsibilities of this post include the following.

• Ensure the compliance of The MENTOR Initiative in Horn of Africa (HoA) Emergency Response Programmes for all grant contract obligations related to delivering technical and operational capacity building of shelter agencies and camp management teams , and direct interventions for achieving protection from insects (disease vectors and nuisance insects) for people living in temporary shelter using insecticide treated plastic sheeting.

Kenya: • Work with UNHCR and other partners to assess the need for insecticide treated plastic sheeting in Dadaab refugee camps in Kenya. • Work with MoH, UNICEF and others to assess the need for ITPS to provide shelter for Kenyan IDPs in the event of flood displacement. • Provide technical training for UNHCR implementing partners in Dadaab camps; and MoH and others working with IDPs in NE Kenya, to ensure the effective use of insecticide treated plastic sheeting (ITPS) for shelter and latrine construction. • Manage the donation and distribution of ITPS to partners and provide on site technical support to help ensure co-ordinated and effective shelter construction with ITPS for new refugee camp areas/refugees in Kenya. • Ensure basic mapping of all ITPS distributed in Kenya. • Provide technical information and advise to partners concerning general vector control management in camp settings (including surface water and waste management, latrine design etc).

Somalia: • Work with UNICEF, Global Fund, MoH implementing partners (NGOs, community groups and others) to assess local information concerning emergency protective shelter needs in Somalia in the event of population displacement resulting from flooding, conflict or other causes. • Work with UNICEF and other international logistics partners to manage the air or ground delivery of ITPS to displaced communities, for their use in shelter construction. • Ensure basic mapping of all ITPS distributed in Somalia.

Ethiopia: • Work with Ethiopia based partners (operational agencies and donors) to help assess temporary shelter needs for Somalia refugees or Ethiopian IDPs displaced by the HoA emergency. • Provide technical information and advise to shelter agencies and camp management organisation concerning the procurement, handling and use of ITPS and other camp management approaches for vector and nuisance insect control. • Where needed, provide technical training support to camp partners planning on using ITPS or other recommended vector control interventions.

General IRS Logistics:

• Responsible for ensuring (working with the programme logisticians) appropriate handling and storage of all ITPS, related shelter materials and equipment. • Responsible for ensuring that logisticians are trained in the safe handling and transportation of ITPS. • Responsible for ensuring that targeted shelter programmes receive adequate logistical support for transport. • Work with the logistics team to ensure that storage, loan and provision of MENTOR equipment and materials to health partners in related programme areas is supervised and recorded.

General:

• Manage related human resources in co-ordination with the PM. • Work with the IEC/BCC co-ordinator to ensure a package of simple and clear IEC is provided to all ITPS recipients. • Work closely with the IRS Co-ordinator to plan any combined activities for camps. • Become competent with IRS planning, implementation and monitoring activities and where needed work under the guidance of the IRS co-ordinator to manage additional IRS campaigns (in agreement with the PM) when needed. • Ensure that ITPS shelter/camp partners are trained in ITPS IEC and basic monitoring of ITPS acceptability amongst displaced communities. • Represent The MENTOR Initiative at relevant interagency camp shelter meetings. • Assist in the creation of viable new proposals and budgets in liaison with the HoA PM. • Maintain up to date information on the status of all relevant programme areas, particularly with respect to statistical information demonstrating progress towards programme goals. • Preparation of relevant medical sections for weekly, monthly, and other ad hoc reports • Participation of relevant medical sections in weekly or more frequent planning meetings. • Development of relevant medical sections in other reporting required by grant contracts. • Support the HoA PM in assessment missions when required. • Any other duties as may be assigned by the PM and agreed with the Director.

Job Specification • Essential: • Masters in subject area • At least 3 years field experience in a similar environment • Experience of distributing and handling insecticide treated materials • Proven capacity to train others • Flexible and willing to learn • Practical, hands on approach

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The Services - “Terms of Reference” Job Title: Camp Shelter/ Malaria Protection Co-ordinator – Horn of Africa Work Base: MENTOR Kenya with extensive field missions Responsible to: Programme Manager Horn of Africa – The MENTOR Initiative Duration: 5 months with possibility to renew Start date: 1st September 2011 Closing date: until suitable candidate is found Fee: 2700-4000USD per month depending on experience Send a CV and letter of motivation to personnel@mentor-initiative.net No CV only application will be considered

The MENTOR Initiative is a “not for profit”, charitable, non-governmental organisation devoted to reducing death and suffering from malaria in humanitarian crises. The MENTOR Initiative is currently providing ongoing emergency support to the most vulnerable communities in Haiti, Liberia, Angola, Kenya, Somalia, the Central African Republic and Eastern and Southern Chad.

The Shelter Malaria Protection Co-ordinator for the Horn of Africa emergency programmes will work as part of a MENTOR technical team with other specialism’s including malaria case management, vector control, malaria prevention, and IEC/BCC. This post will work with MoH, UNHCR, other UN agencies, NGO and FBO teams to ensure help ensure that all vulnerable IDP and refugee populations in target areas, have access to shelter that provides protection against mosquitoes and other disease vectors or nuisance insects. This will be achieved through a combination of direct work in north east Kenya, support missions and distance technical advice and direction for partners in Somalia and Ethiopia.

The responsibilities of this post include the following.

• Ensure the compliance of The MENTOR Initiative in Horn of Africa (HoA) Emergency Response Programmes for all grant contract obligations related to delivering technical and operational capacity building of shelter agencies and camp management teams , and direct interventions for achieving protection from insects (disease vectors and nuisance insects) for people living in temporary shelter using insecticide treated plastic sheeting.

Kenya: • Work with UNHCR and other partners to assess the need for insecticide treated plastic sheeting in Dadaab refugee camps in Kenya. • Work with MoH, UNICEF and others to assess the need for ITPS to provide shelter for Kenyan IDPs in the event of flood displacement. • Provide technical training for UNHCR implementing partners in Dadaab camps; and MoH and others working with IDPs in NE Kenya, to ensure the effective use of insecticide treated plastic sheeting (ITPS) for shelter and latrine construction. • Manage the donation and distribution of ITPS to partners and provide on site technical support to help ensure co-ordinated and effective shelter construction with ITPS for new refugee camp areas/refugees in Kenya. • Ensure basic mapping of all ITPS distributed in Kenya. • Provide technical information and advise to partners concerning general vector control management in camp settings (including surface water and waste management, latrine design etc).

Somalia: • Work with UNICEF, Global Fund, MoH implementing partners (NGOs, community groups and others) to assess local information concerning emergency protective shelter needs in Somalia in the event of population displacement resulting from flooding, conflict or other causes. • Work with UNICEF and other international logistics partners to manage the air or ground delivery of ITPS to displaced communities, for their use in shelter construction. • Ensure basic mapping of all ITPS distributed in Somalia.

Ethiopia: • Work with Ethiopia based partners (operational agencies and donors) to help assess temporary shelter needs for Somalia refugees or Ethiopian IDPs displaced by the HoA emergency. • Provide technical information and advise to shelter agencies and camp management organisation concerning the procurement, handling and use of ITPS and other camp management approaches for vector and nuisance insect control. • Where needed, provide technical training support to camp partners planning on using ITPS or other recommended vector control interventions.

General IRS Logistics:

• Responsible for ensuring (working with the programme logisticians) appropriate handling and storage of all ITPS, related shelter materials and equipment. • Responsible for ensuring that logisticians are trained in the safe handling and transportation of ITPS. • Responsible for ensuring that targeted shelter programmes receive adequate logistical support for transport. • Work with the logistics team to ensure that storage, loan and provision of MENTOR equipment and materials to health partners in related programme areas is supervised and recorded.

General:

• Manage related human resources in co-ordination with the PM. • Work with the IEC/BCC co-ordinator to ensure a package of simple and clear IEC is provided to all ITPS recipients. • Work closely with the IRS Co-ordinator to plan any combined activities for camps. • Become competent with IRS planning, implementation and monitoring activities and where needed work under the guidance of the IRS co-ordinator to manage additional IRS campaigns (in agreement with the PM) when needed. • Ensure that ITPS shelter/camp partners are trained in ITPS IEC and basic monitoring of ITPS acceptability amongst displaced communities. • Represent The MENTOR Initiative at relevant interagency camp shelter meetings. • Assist in the creation of viable new proposals and budgets in liaison with the HoA PM. • Maintain up to date information on the status of all relevant programme areas, particularly with respect to statistical information demonstrating progress towards programme goals. • Preparation of relevant medical sections for weekly, monthly, and other ad hoc reports • Participation of relevant medical sections in weekly or more frequent planning meetings. • Development of relevant medical sections in other reporting required by grant contracts. • Support the HoA PM in assessment missions when required. • Any other duties as may be assigned by the PM and agreed with the Director.

Job Specification • Essential: • Masters in subject area • At least 3 years field experience in a similar environment • Experience of distributing and handling insecticide treated materials • Proven capacity to train others • Flexible and willing to learn • Practical, hands on approach

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Shelter Afrique is a regional Housing Finance Institution established by African governments and the African Development Bank dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries.

The current shareholding comprises 42 African countries, the African Development Bank and the African Re-Insurance Corporation.

The institution, with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals who are nationals of its member countries to fill the position of Personal Assistant.

The details of the position are provided below as follows:

The job holder is responsible for the coordination of activities in the MD’s Office relating to administrative, public relations, secretarial and support services in an effective and confidential manner.

Other specific responsibilities include:

Maintaining and managing efficient and effective communications channels between the office of the Managing Director; the Board Chairperson; other departments and external customers;Provide support in the organization and management of internal/external events by providing public relations support and related communication.Draft, both in English and French, routine correspondence and reports; proofread a wide variety of general and financial reports, letters, memos, specifications, and statistical charts, independently compose correspondence on routine administrative matters.Receive and screen incoming calls, visitors, correspondence and reports; handles routine matters personally and determines and forwards priority matters to the Managing Director or appropriate officers accordingly. In addition, oversee the prompt collection and delivery of incoming and outgoing mail to correct addresses.Maintain the Managing Director’s calendar and schedule of appointments. Liase with the admin office on the preparation of both local and international travel logistics for the Managing Director.In concert with the IT Unit, responsible for the day-to-day updating, editing and proofreading and posting material content to the Web-site.Monitoring the usage and traffic of website and compiling reports on the same.Bachelors degree in social sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution of higher learning;Computer skills backed by high level proficiency in Microsoft office, computer keyboard operations, transcription and typing skills.Proficiency & fluency in both English and French languagesMinimum four (4) years relevant experience preferably gained in providing support to top executive and senior management.Terms of offer

The position is on general service employment terms and conditions of service. Shelter-Afrique offers competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability against the listed qualifications/ competencies/skills and a detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email address) either by post, fax or email to the following contact:

Managing Director,
Shelter-Afrique,
P.O. Box 41479,
Nairobi 00100, Kenya

or via Fax: (254) 20 272 2024/272 1211

or email: jobs@shelterafrique.org

Applications shall be considered until 6th May, 2011.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

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Shelter Afrique is a regional Housing Finance Institution established by African governments and the African Development Bank dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries.

The current shareholding comprises 42 African countries, the African Development Bank and the African Re-Insurance Corporation. The institution, with its headquarters in Nairobi, would like to fill the following vacancy in its Corporate Affairs & Secretariat Department.

Position Title: Director Corporate Services/ Company Secretary

Grade: D1

Reporting to: Managing Director

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Managing Director for handling all the Company’s legal matters in close consultation Managing Director to whom he will also report directly on his day to day performance of duties.

In addition responsible planning, coordinating and implementing human capital and administration policies, strategies, systems and processes aligned to the strategic objectives.

Other duties include, management of administrative support services such as procurement and supplies, logistics and mail delivery, transport services, provision of insurance cover, health and occupational safety, security and disaster recovery as well as maintenance of equipment, machinery and office facilities

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Formulation of corporate policies and procedures in conjunction with other departments, for submission to the Managing Director.Provide all legal services on operations and finance mattersProvide Secretarial services to the decision making bodies of the Company (General Meeting and Board of Directors as well as any AGM and Board committeesReport on implementation of decisions and resolutions made by the AGM, Board of Directors as well as AGM and Board CommitteesEnsure general harmonization of communication channelsCoordinate relations with Directors, shareholders and governments of member countries as well as with authorities of the host country.Responsible for the day to day running of the Department of Secretariat, Conferences & DocumentationResponsible for overseeing the Human Resource as well as Administration functions through formulation of policies & strategies.Supervise the division of Conferences & documentation General planning, organizing and holding of AGM’s, Board meetings and annual symposia;The co-ordination, preparation and final distribution of documents relating to AGM and Board meetings as well as annual symposiaThe planning, organizing and coordination of all legal matters pertaining to the Company’s operations and activities;The implementation of institutional resolutions regarding all matters of agreements with the host country and the use of the official seal of Shelter Afrique.Organizing and carrying out the registration and custody of originals of agreements, conventions and contracts signed with states and organizations, including host country and ensuring observance of obligations and rights stipulated thereinMinimum Qualifications & Experience
Masters degree in Commercial Law (LLM) Business Administration (MBA), Economics or a related field plus. In addition, must possess LLB degreeMinimum ten (10) years experience in providing legal and company secretarial services. Exposure to commercial law in Francophone countries mainly OHADA rules will be an added advantage.Working knowledge of both English & French will be an added advantageComprehensive understanding of commercial law including legal and regulatory framework governing the regulation of financial sectorsStrong communication skills and ability to develop proposals, concept papers, position papers as well as write reports and prepare relevant publicationsFlexibility and responsiveness in providing high quality customer serviceProficiency in computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, data base, presentation, email, internet etcAbility to deliver SHAF’s articulated vision for change, create a sense of urgency around change and motivates staff to join change effortsAbility to maintain professional status and keep abreast of evolving legal trends through continuing legal educationShelter-Afrique offers competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability against the listed qualifications/ competencies/skills and detailed curriculum vitae, current & expected salary as well as names and addresses of three referees (including telephone & email address) to jobs@shelterafrique.org

Applicants should indicate “Director Corporate Services” as the subject line of their email submissions.

Deadlines for submission of applications is 18th February 2011.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about Shelter-Afrique by accessing our web site: http://www.shelterafrique.org/

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Shelter - Afrique is a regional Housing Finance Institution established by African governments and the African Development Bank dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries.

The current shareholding comprises 42 African countries, the African Development Bank and the African Re-Insurance Corporation.

The institution, with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals who are nationals of its member countries to fill the following vacant position:

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Responsible to Director Finance for providing effective secretarial support and performing routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting letters and reports, drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining files, retrieving documents as well as synchronizing and updating the office diary.

Job Description

Maintain effective communication channels with other departments as well as external organizations and individuals.Prepare notes, draft correspondence type letters and reports including document binding in accordance with agreed instructions in both English & French.Respond to telephone inquiries, giving information to callers and routing calls to appropriate officials and also placing outgoing calls in both English & French.Receive official visitors to Directors office by ascertaining the nature of business and directing them accordingly.Receive, sort, record and distribute mail, general correspondence and documents to appropriate officials.Schedule appointments and screen requests for meetings, synchronize and update appointments for the Director.Prepare both local and international itineraries; confirm travel, freight and hotel reservations.Locate and attach appropriate files to correspondence or queries as well as organize filing and retrieval systems.Oversee proper maintenance, storage, retrieval of files and documents in order to ensure that they are accessible and secureOrganize meetings and conferences and accurately record proceedings of various deliberationsOperate and maintain electronic office equipment and tools including word processing and photocopying machines, scanning and binding equipmentMonitor and track the progress of various assignments and regularly updating the Director and other members of staff on specific deadlines and problems.
Bachelors Degree in Office/ Business Administration, Secrétariat studies or other related studiesComputer Driving License backed by high level proficiency in computer keyboard operations and transcription skills (minimum 50 wpm typing skills)Minimum three (3) years relevant experience preferably gained in providing support to top executive and senior managementFluency in French is a requisite for this position.Demonstrate high level of interpersonal, problem solving and conflict resolution skillsProficiency and exposure to Oracle E.R.P will be an added advantageThe position is on general service terms and conditions of service. Shelter-Afrique offers competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment.

Applicants are invited to send their applications via email addressed to the Managing Director, Shelter-Afrique, and P.O. Box 41479, Nairobi 00100, Kenya through: jobs@shelterafrique.org

Applicants should indicate “Application for Administrative Assistant” as the subject line of their email submissions which shall be considered until C.O.B 11th February, 2011.

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Shelter Afrique is a regional housing finance institution established by African Governments and the African Development Bank dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries.

The current shareholding comprises 42 African countries, the African Development Bank and the African Re-Insurance Corporation.

The institution, with its headquarters in Nairobi, would like to fill the following vacancy in its Business Development & Operations Department.

Position Title: Director Business Development & Operations
Grade: D1
Reporting to: Managing Director

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Managing Director for the overall management of the Department. Plans, organizes and oversees the implementation of the Departments work program which mainly includes Business Development, Project management, Customer Relations, Market Development and new products Development.

In addition assist in implementing the company’s strategies and oversee the systematic collection and analysis of country data as well as constant interaction with Government officials, contractors and consultants.

Prepare lending programs for each country and supervise implementation through identification, preparation, appraisal and supervision of projects and programs. Lead the business development activities of the company and monitor existing portfolio. Maintain relations with development partners operating in different countries

Core Duties & Responsibilities

Develop strategies to identify prospective customers, partners, or collaborative companies/relationships that will drive revenue growth and market penetration.Conduct opportunity assessment and related sessions to drive selection and prioritization of business and product development areas.Lead the market and product opportunity analysis (sizing; competition, compliance to policy etc.)Review investment proposals and appraisal reportsManage early relationships/partnerships through contract negotiation at the stage of cooperation.Work closely with key members of the Finance team and Executive Management team to determine the appropriate markets to focus on and then develop strategies for rapid market entry.Prepare business development management reports according to reporting scheduleLead in business development missions to assigned countries to promote and identify projects for possible financing; represent Company executives in meetings with financial institutions, chambers of commerce, government departments and private corporations.Identify privatization opportunities and assess the need for technical assistance and advisory services.Oversee initial project assessment.Oversee the preparation of appraisal reports and investment proposals for consideration by Management.Minimum Qualifications & Experience
MBA or other business advanced degree.10 years experience in investment analysis and decision makingStrong written and verbal communication skills.Experience in providing leadership to a team of Investment & Portfolio managersExperience in the Construction /Project finance industryA proven track record of driving company growth and market entry at senior levels.Has demonstrated exceptional relationship building skills that have resulted into tangible results.Experience in developing and managing strategic partnership.Experience in market analysis and business modeling.Demonstrated ability to think and act systematicallyStrong organizational and multi- tasking skills.Working in a multicultural backgroundBilingual is an added advantageShelter-Afrique offers competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability against the listed qualifications/ competencies/skills and detailed curriculum vitae, as well as names and addresses of three referees to jobs@shelterafrique.org

Applicants should indicate the position applied for as the subject line of their email submissions. Deadline for submission of applications is 14th February 2011.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about Shelter-Afrique by accessing our web site: http://www.shelterafrique.org/

For more jobs in Kenya, visit http://www.kenyan-jobs.com/ today.

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Job Background/Summary:

One of CRS’ strategic objectives, as defined by its Emergency Strategy, is to become a more innovative and effective emergency prevention, preparedness and response organization. To this end, the Emergency Operations Department (EOPs) provides leadership and responsive support for systemic improvements in CRS emergency programming. EOPs strengthens CRS’ impact through high quality, innovative programs; improved technical and management capacity at the field level; and active engagement in global efforts to promote excellence and learning in humanitarian response. EOPs has technical staff on the Emergency Response Team (ERT) based in Nairobi and at Headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland who support emergency program planning, rapid response, and capacity strengthening of staff and partners worldwide.

During large-scale disasters, CRS responds immediately (within 48 hours), often alongside partners, with technical support and staffing presence. The organizational systems, structures and operating norms require that staff deployed have significant CRS and emergency management experience in order to set up the relief delivery infrastructure immediately and to accompany local staff and partners.

The PM I provides CRS with an experienced general relief professional who can be deployed to fill critical relief management roles in the event of small, medium, and large-scale emergencies. In addition the PMI will also have a specific focus on shelter and will work closely with the ERT Technical Advisor for Shelter to design and implement emergency and transitional shelter programs. The position is ideal for a candidate with an architecture or engineering background and who has the capacity and flexibility to work on all aspects of an emergency response. Although emergency situations vary, key responsibilities of the PM I-(Shelter) are listed below.

Key Responsibilities:

1. As a member of CRS' ERT will be required to travel at least 50% of time, often at very short notice (within 48 hours) and for an average of two to six weeks (with a maximum of two consecutive months under exceptional circumstances).
2. Deploy to emergency as a member of a rapid emergency assessment team at the onset of humanitarian crisis to gather data.
3. Assist country programs in analysis of assessment information and development of emergency response proposals, program development, and strategic planning.
4. Oversee and ensure the successful implementation of emergency response projects likely to focus on shelter, distributions of relief supplies, WASH, and protection. This position will have a specific leaning towards supporting emergency shelter programs.
5. Lead or assist with set up and/or management of emergency field offices, teams, and relief operations including ensuring supply chains are capable of meeting program needs.
6. Provide emergency management assistance as requested, following CRS program and management quality standards, and international accountability standards such as Sphere standards and the Good Enough Guide.
7. Use appropriate project management tools to plan, review and track progress on project implementation as well as on the utilization of project resources.
8. Collaborate with emergency M&E unit and non-emergency departments to ensure effective program coordination and a high level of stewardship.
9. Represent the agency and partners at cluster, donor and coordination meetings.
10. Identify training needs and requirements for County Program and Partner emergency program staff.
11. Work with ERT/EOPs Technical Advisors to develop, facilitate and implement various trainings including emergency response and preparedness trainings for country program staff and partners in the field.
12. Work collaboratively with country program staff and provide on-the-job training to country program and partner staff during an emergency response.
13. Identify technical assistant needs for CRS and partners. Contribute to developing SOWs and following up with potential TAs from the region or externally as appropriate.
14. Participate in EOPs/ERT activities as necessary

Emergency Competencies:

Each CRS staff member working in emergencies is expected to use the following competencies to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.

• Communicates strategically under pressure
• Manages stress and complexity
• Actively promotes safety and security
• Manages and implements high-quality emergency programs

Supervisory Responsibility: Situational during emergency responses.

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: Emergency Operations, ERT, Country Representatives, Regional Representatives, Regional Technical Advisors (RTAs) for Emergencies, Program & Management Quality staff, and Human Resources
External: Caritas Internationalis, Emergency PVO Community, UN agencies, shelter cluster, Donor agencies, partners, and people affected by disasters

Qualifications:

1. Masters degree preferred or similar professional qualification in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related technical field, or equivalent field experience.
2. 2-3 years experience working within international development and/or relief. Experience in emergency environments, strongly preferred
3. Experience in design, construction, planning and construction project management, including contract administration, preferred. Knowledge of Sphere Shelter standards and indicators.
4. Experience in multi-sector program design, proposal development, implementation, administration and financial oversight, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting.
5. Strong proposal development and writing skills preferred
6. Demonstrated ability with project grants management, including project design, budget preparation, expenditure tracking, etc.
7. Experience working with and through local partner organizations.
8. Basic knowledge of design requirements and regulations of major donors including the United States Government, Caritas, the EU, and UN agencies.
9. Experience with and enthusiasm for coaching, mentoring and on the job training, capacity strengthening and partnership building.
10. Proficient in application of CRS security protocols.
11. Familiarity with humanitarian codes, principles and practice
12. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
13. Ability to maintain performance expectations and strong working relationships in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically & physically stressful environments.
14. Strong cross cultural skills and experience working with national staff in overseas offices
15. Knowledge of French, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese or other languages is desirable.

Physical Requirement: Travel is expected be at least 50% for this position. Candidates should have capacity to live and work in difficult and stressful environments, and serve wherever agency needs dictate.

Disclaimer Clause: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

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