Jobs at Kenya Red Cross Society in Kenya- Project Officer

Job Title: Project Officer – Social Services
Reporting to: Branch Coordinator

Job Location: Turkana

Overall purpose

Responsible to the Branch Coordinator for providing community based social services to identified groups, individuals and families with a focus on People With Disabilities (PWDs) within Turkana County.

The overall objective is to provide technical support to the branch to ensure that PWDs have access to KRCS emergency and post emergency interventions in Turkana under the current tripartite agreement between Kenya Red Cross, APDK and CBM.

In many instances, the Project officer will have to take his/her own decisions independently without consultations when faced with extra ordinary situations.

The case load may include dealing vulnerable children, adults and youth with disabilities with complex needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

    Provide technical support within Turkana County (Branch) to mainstream PWDs in emergency focusing on establishment of systems and capacity building of volunteers and staff in disability friendly packs.
    Integrate PWDs activities into other programs and undertake joint planning and implementation.
    Contribute in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of capacity building programs aimed equipping staff, volunteers and communities with skills to mainstream and implement disability friendly projects and activities.
    Work within KRCS sites to integrate PWDs in the on-going school feeding and other related programs.
    Provide services to the aged and handicapped in order to facilitate the access to services.
    Adopt and update M & E tools to capture incidents of abuse, facilitate medical or psychological examinations and referrals where necessary.
    Provide mental health services and ensure adherence with code of ethics and other global guidelines focusing on psychological first aid for survivors to enhance resilience.
    Co-ordinate printing and dissemination of IEC materials and policy documents for sensitization, and awareness on the project.
    Representation at meetings, workshops and other forums to promote and lobby issues related to PWDs.

Minimum Qualifications

    Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Work from a recognized institution.
    At least three years experience in a similar position preferably an NGO. Training in occupational safety and sign language would be an added advantage.
    Knowledge of social work theories, practices and procedures.
    Knowledge and understanding of all pertinent legislations and policies including the Constitution, the KDHS, the Child and family services Act, psychosocial functioning theories and practices and child protection theories, the Survey Report on Persons with Disabilities, the Sphere Project and the Health Cluster Handbook.

Key Competencies

    An understanding of disaster and crisis management and the ability to deal with life threatening situations including first aid.
    Be flexible, adaptable and able to work effectively in a variety of settings in a cross cultural situation and have knowledge of the range of services and resources available in the community.
    S/he must have well developed organizational, verbal and written communication and computer skills.
    Proficiency in word processing, database, spreadsheet applications and computerised procurement and stores software packages.





How to Apply:
 Applications must contain: Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 8th June 2012.

Deadline: 8th June 2012

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Jobs at GOAL in Kenya- M&E Coordinator

Job Title: Roving MandE- Assessments and Community Accountability Coordinator, Kenya
Closing Date: Saturday, 30 June 2012

Start Date 15th July

Overview

This international role is part of the GOAL global M&E technical unit which provides advice and support across GOAL's 11 country programmes. Each of GOAL's country programmes has a fully dedicated M&E unit. This role will be working very closely with the M&E unit in each country as well as with other members of the international technical team.

General Objectives of the Position:

 Quantitative Surveys: To provide technical advice and training to country programme teams so that they efficiently produce timely and high quality surveys and assessments. M&E teams in country will have increased knowledge on the application of standard GOAL survey approaches particularly to meet the evidence requirements of the GOAL results framework 2012-16 including supporting the design and roll out of baseline- midline and end line surveys that will provide a valid basis for programme evaluation s in the organisational strategic planning period 2012- 16 (in coordination with the Survey and Assessments Advisor UK and the M&E Advisor Dublin). Approximate annual work time dedicated to this objective 50%.

 Qualitative data collection : To increase the quality of qualitative data collection through training as well as through review/redesign of the tools used. In particular this will involve working in coordination with the MEL regional coordinator. Approximate annual work time dedicated to this objective 20%.

 Dissemination of findings and community accountability: To strengthen the dissemination of findings to communities (downward accountability) as well as to strengthen community accountability mechanisms (such as beneficiary complaints procedures). Approximate annual work time dedicated to this objective 20%.

 Emergency response: To directly organise and oversee assessments/ baseline surveys in the initial set up period of an emergency response and establish basic M&E and accountability systems from the outset of an emergency. Approximate work time dedicated to this objective 10%.

Key Responsibilities: 1. Ensure that all GOAL survey plans are shared with the Survey and Assessments Advisor/ M&E HQ for technical review as well as the relevant member of the programme technical team (health, nutrition, livelihoods, HIV, children's empowerment and protection). 2. Ensure that all GOAL surveys planned are conducted and delivered on time. 3. In conjunction with the Survey and Assessments Advisor UK review methodology and sample size calculations prior to any new survey implementation by country programmes. 4. In conjunction with the MEL regional coordinator review qualitative tools, design and roll out training on qualitative data collection . 5. Submit a weekly report to relevant line manager (M&E Advisor HQ), which notes, progress on survey completions and any outstanding reports which are being delayed. 6. Documenting existing community accountability mechanisms as well as championing the introduction of additional mechanisms where gaps are identified. 7. Be available to support needs assessment s in select large scale onset emergencies. 8. Become familiar with GOAL M&E framework and survey guidelines and provide remote technical support and advice to country programmes as required. 9. On completion of contract prepare a short handover report on status of outstanding surveys.

Key Duties:

Surveys Technical Advice & Training: Work with and technically support the in country M&E coordinators:  In designing the survey process, ensuring the participation of all programme sectors  On training the survey team and supervisors as to their specific responsibilities  On field testing of surveys  On organising/ scheduling the survey team workplans  On establishing the data input procedure to minimise errors.  Support and follow up on the in country 'lessons learnt' assessment following each survey, documenting key areas for improvement / amendment at the next survey, and ensure findings are used to improve the process of the next survey.  Training on the use of software for sampling design as well as for analysis after data collection  Building competencies in applying electronic survey technique using hand held data units  Assist the Survey & Assessment Advisor (UK) on the verification of survey written reports analysis and interpretation of findings.

Qualitative data collection :  Review of qualitative data collection tools already in place (eg Causal Assessments)  Organise and carry out training for qualitative data collection (including, but not limited to, focus group discussions and key informant interviews) particularly to investigate the underlying causes of findings observed at the survey  Support the over-all process of qualitative data collection among all programme sectors, advising, supporting and helping practically as and where necessary

Dissemination of findings:  Review and redesign as necessary of dissemination processes/tools in country  Review and follow up on the dissemination of summary survey findings in country programmes with stakeholders such as the community, civil society partners, coordination bodies and HQ technical team  Facilitating sharing between country programmes on lessons learnt in quantitative surveying/qualitative data collection , including representation of GOAL at inter-NGO events if required.

Community accountability mechanisms:  Research best practice on community accountability mechanisms both within GOAL and within the development sector and design a GOAL toolkit that enables best practice and adaptation to the local contexts  Support and advise country programme teams on strengthening community accountability mechanisms in new as well as existing programmes

Emergency response team  Participate in GOAL's emergency response team with overall responsibility for coordination of rapid needs assessment s, establishment of baseline data collection in emergencies, establishment of community accountability mechanisms in the immediate response phase.

Requirements:

Qualifications / Skill

Batchelors Degree-level qualification in public health, nutrition, community development, child protection, livelihoods or a related field
Master's degree including studies relating to research and statistical analysis
4+ years of managing and implementing research and surveys for INGO at a senior level. International experience is required.
2+ years of programme management experience for INGO/NGO
Experience specific to nutrition/ health surveying preferable
Extensive experience in statistical analysis and software use (descriptive statistics analysis required and ability in inferential statistics preferable also)
Experience in electronic surveying techniques
Clear and fluent written and spoken English Clear written and spoken French
This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document. This is an unaccompanied position. Interviews will be held in Dublin or London. Unfortunately GOAL cannot contribute to financial costs incurred when attending interview. Note: GOAL is an equal opportunities employer GOAL has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Child Protection Policy which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants and children from exploitation. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to these policies any job offer made is also subject to police clearance.
How to apply:

If you would like to apply for the above position, please send your CV and covering letter to applications@goal.ie, ensuring that the job title and location of the role are clearly stated in the subject line of your email. Thank you.

Deadline: 30th June 2012

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Jobs at Mercy Corps in Kenya- Deputy Chief of Party

Job Title: Deputy chief of party- Pastoral marketing and livelihoods advisor, Garissa, Kenya
Closing Date: Sunday, 01 July 2012
Garissa


This position is contingent on funding.

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps has been operational in Kenya since 2008, initially in response to the Post Election Violence in Rift Valley, and then expanding to a national program under USAID's Yes Youth Can! initiative. In July 2011, Mercy Corps began operations in Northeastern Province through integrated humanitarian response in Wajir County, which currently focuses on supporting increased resilience through strengthening the livestock value chain, supporting diversified livelihood options and improving access to pasture and water resources.

The REGAL-IR program will support USAID's Feed the Future Initiative through improving resilience to drought and other shocks. The objectives of the program include: strengthened and diversified livelihood options, increased inclusiveness of value chains, improved nutrition, improved capacity to peacefully manage conflicts, community-based natural resource management, and disaster risk reduction .

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will play a key leadership role in the implementation of a proposed 5-year $49 million program to support increased resiliency and economic growth in Kenya's Northern and Arid Lands. The DCOP will assist the COP in projects oversight, technical, administrative, operational and logistical management of the project. In absence of the COP; the DCOP will undertake some of the CoP responsibilities. S/he, with the assistance of other personnel will provide technical assistance in Objectives 1 & 2: strengthened & diversified livelihood options, and advancing value chain inclusiveness. The DCOP will also have direct oversight of program operations and M&E functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Program Management

    Provide leadership and strategic vision to the livelihood diversification; and pastoral livestock and marketing components of the REGAL program including workplan development, market analysis, partnership selection and management, and overall sector strategy.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and Reporting

    Facilitate the achievement of program targets and objectives and lead efforts to design effective M&E systems.
    Oversee the scheduling and production of formal and informal reports on all aspects of the program in a timely and efficient manner.
    Ensure that M&E staff focus on assisting programs to generate practical information that can be used for ongoing program decision-making while also capturing results at the impact level.

Team Management

    In close partnership with the COP, create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.
    Implement, and ensure all staff are effectively using, the performance planning and management system, establishing performance expectations and regularly providing constructive feedback.
    Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees, and ensuring that supervisory staff do the same.

Organizational Learning

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

Accountability to Beneficiaries

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

Direct supervision of: Livelihoods and value chain component technical teams, program operations staff.

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Chief of Party

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Component leads in disaster risk reduction , NRM, conflict mitigation , and nutrition.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

    MA/S in international development, livestock, agriculture, economics, or related field of study
    5-10 years of overseas experience including five years in a senior management position
    Strong understanding of U.S. government compliance issues
    Strong written and oral communication skills in English, including report development, writing and editing
    Strong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues
    Experience in value chain development, facilitation and agribusiness is added advantage
    5+ years' experience in Kenya or the Horn of Africa preferred
    Knowledge of Somali and Kiswahili preferred

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, M&E skills. S/he will be able to establish good inter-personal relationships and network, and have already established relationships with and/or substantive knowledge of key players in the drylands of Kenya.

LIVING CONDITIONS /ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This position will be based in Garissa, which is an unaccompanied post, eligible for hardship and R&R benefits.

Garissa is located in the North Eastern province of Kenya, and has a population of approximately 70,000. It lies along the Tana River, and has a very warm climate. Most of the town's inhabitants are ethic Somalis and pastoralists. Travel from Nairobi to Garissa takes approximately five hours by car. There are many international agencies with a presence in Garissa. Mercy Corps staff members will live in group housing and have access to basic services. Cell phone coverage is adequate.

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

How to apply:

Apply online at our website:
http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjo...


Deadline: 1st July 2012

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Jobs at Mercy Corps in Kenya- Chief of Party

Job Title: Chief of party - Livelihoods, Value chain, Nutrition, Garissa, Kenya
Closing Date: Sunday, 01 July 2012
Garissa


Please note that this position is contingent on receipt of new program funding.

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

The Chief of Party (COP) will lead the implementation of a proposed five-year $49 million program to support increased resiliency and economic growth in Kenya's Northern and Arid Lands.

Mercy Corps has been operational in Kenya since 2008, initially in response to the Post Election Violence in Rift Valley, and then expanding to a national program under USAID's Yes Youth Can! initiative. In July 2011, Mercy Corps began operations in Northeastern Province through integrated humanitarian response in Wajir County. The program in Wajir currently focuses on supporting increased resilience through strengthening the livestock value chain, supporting diversified livelihood options, and improving access to pasture and water resources.

The REGAL-IR program will support USAID's Feed the Future Initiative through improving resilience to drought and other shocks. The objectives of the program include: strengthened and diversified livelihood options, increased inclusiveness of value chains, improved nutrition, improved capacity to peacefully manage conflicts, community-based natural resource management, and disaster risk reduction .

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Chief of Party (COP) will manage all aspects of program including meeting the objectives of the project while providing overall technical, administrative, operational, and logistical management of the project, with a focus on achieving the results defined in the co-operative agreement. The COP is responsible for developing a strong, coherent vision within REGAL-IR and initiating innovative strategies across the program. The position requires significant long-term experience in pastoral and livestock issues in the region, and strong leadership and coordination skills.

The COP will act as the key liaison between USAID/Kenya and all other counterparts, and Government of Kenya officials. The COP is expected to lead and/or participate in strategic and high level policy forums and meetings with various actors and advocate for broader pastoralist issues. The COP is expected to contribute to improving pastoralist's policy environment using REGAL-AG evidence base and learning generated through the project.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Strategy and Vision

    Provide strategic vision, leadership and overall responsibility for all aspects of the program's development, implementation, and management.
    Outline and maintain a strategic plan for the implementation of program activities, including finalizing target areas/activities, methods of operation, and means of evaluation.

Program Management

    Provide leadership and strategic vision in all aspects of program implementation , development and management. Ensure that program implementation is responsive to communities and partners, and aligned with Mercy Corps principles, values and strategic plan.
    Monitor adherence to grant agreement, Mercy Corps policies and procedures and relevant external rules and regulations . Oversee performance of consortium partners and sub-grantees.
    Conduct frequent field visits to all project sites.
    Coordinate with program and finance and administration staff to ensure operational systems are in place to support field activities including logistics (transport, warehousing and asset management ), procurement, security, administration and human resources .
    Propose design of new local policies as needed and in accordance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations.

Coordination and Representation

    Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events in the field, in close coordination with the Country Director.
    Coordinate activities with consortium partners, subgrantees, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.

Team Management

    Create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.
    Implement, and ensure all staff are effectively using the performance planning and management system, establishing performance expectations and regularly providing constructive feedback.
    Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees, and ensuring that supervisory staff do the same.
    Contribute to country team-building efforts, and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

Security

    Work closely with the country team's security focal point to develop and maintain systems that ensure the safety and security of the team in all aspects of its work.
    Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security management priorities.

Organizational Learning

As part of Mercy Corps' agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-formal professional learning activities.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

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

Direct supervision of: Deputy Chief of Party, Finance and Grants Manager, and other positions TBD.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

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

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Kenya Country Director

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Other program managers in-country, HQ Program Operations Team members, Technical Support Unit team members

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

    MA/S or equivalent in social science, management, international development or other relevant field.
    10-15 years of overseas experience including 5 years in a senior management position.
    Strong understanding of U.S. government compliance issues
    Prior experience as a Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of Party
    Strong written and oral communication skills in English, including report development, writing and editing.
    Strong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues.
        Proven technical experience in pastoralist livelihoods, livestock development, conflict mitigation, and natural resource management.
        Previous experience in Kenya or the Horn of Africa is preferable.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful COP will combine exceptional management skills and experience in maintaining donor and partner relationships. He/She will have an outstanding ability to develop, implement and manage innovative programs within the current and future program structure of Mercy Corps in the region. S/he will also have proven experience with cross-cultural team and capacity building , individual staff development, and strong mentoring skills. S/he will have demonstrated skills in managing programs in challenging insecure environments. Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision are essential. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This position will be based in Garissa, which is an unaccompanied post, eligible for hardship and R&R benefits.

Garissa is located in the North Eastern province of Kenya, and has a population of approximately 70,000. It lies along the Tana River, and has a very warm climate. Most of the town's inhabitants are ethic Somalis and pastoralists. Travel from Nairobi to Garissa takes approximately five hours by car. There are many international agencies with a presence in Garissa. Mercy Corps staff members will live in group housing and have access to basic services . Cell phone coverage is adequate.

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

How to apply:

Apply online at our website:
http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjo...


Deadline: 1st July 2012

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Oxfam GB Jobs in Kenya- Programme officer

Job Title: Programme officer, Arid and Semi Arid Land (ASAL), Nairobi
Closing Date: Thursday, 07 June 2012

12 months Fixed Term opportunity - Level D1

Oxfam's Kenya Programme is a complex programme that incorporates both rapid and slow onset emergencies as well as longer term development and policy work. Oxfam Kenya applies a one programme approach which means it has multiple activities that support a holistic approach to humanitarian, development and advocacy for long lasting change in poverty reduction. Oxfam in Kenya works in the north, principally in Turkana, Dadaab and Wajir, the Nairobi informal settlements and on national level advocacy and coordination issues in multi stakeholder fora.

In close cooperation with the ASAL Coordinator and field based Program Managers, you will be responsible for monitoring performance and progress on designated projects including budgetary monitoring. He/she will build up the institutional capacity of the programme specifically in aspects of project planning, formulation and reporting. You will represent Oxfam in designated coordination for donors, authorities and other stakeholders as well as support team members in consistent, regular and high quality application of monitoring, evaluation accountability and learning tools.

You will have a degree (or equivalent) in Livelihoods and Food Security, Social Science or a relevant specialism. You will have proven practical experience of managing and co-ordinating development projects coupled with experience of integrated, multi-sectoral programming. An understanding of programming in one or more of the following areas: governance, Public Health, markets based livelihoods, social protection or disaster risk reduction issues. You will need experience with working in a humanitarian context and understanding of linking humanitarian and longer term development work, possess strategic, analytical and conceptual ability. You will also have well-developed communication and capacity building skills.
How to apply:

If you believe you fit the profile, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post, including daytime telephone contact and two referees, preferably your current line managers and send your application to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk indicating the position you are applying for on the subject line, by 07 June 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization

NB: This position is for Kenya nationals only or those eligible to work in Kenya


Deadline: 7th June 2012

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Jobs at Oxfam GB in Kenya- Project Manager

Job Title: Project manager, Nairobi
Closing Date: Thursday, 07 June 2012

16 months Fixed Term opportunity - National Level C2

As the Project Manager reporting to the ECHO Consortium Lead, you will network and influence the ECHO consortium technical support unit (TSU) in order to ensure timely support to consortium partners. The post holder will ensure that all TSU comply with their terms of reference and that technical requirements are applied and maintained by all consortium members. He/she will represent Oxfam in meetings with government officials, UN agencies, other NGO staff and donors as appropriate. The role ensures implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems, undertake partner evaluations, capacity build and develop local level agreements where appropriate.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a relevant degree coupled with significant experience of managing emergency and development projects, and a good understanding of relevant humanitarian and policy issues. You will have demonstrable representation skills coupled with proven influencing and negotiating skills with internal and external audiences. You will be sensitive to cultural differences and the ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts. You will also have excellent team work skills and the ability to build good relations both internally and externally. Ability to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs will be an added advantage.
How to apply:

If you believe you fit the profile, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post, including daytime telephone contact and two referees, preferably your current line managers and send your application to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk indicating the position you are applying for on the subject line, by 07 June 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization

NB: This position is for Kenyan nationals only or those eligible to work in Kenya


Deadline: 7th June 2012

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Jobs at Merlin in Kenya- Logistics Manager

Job Title: Logistics manager, Nairobi
Closing Date: Thursday, 07 June 2012

Job Description Position: Logistics Manager Programme: Kenya and Somalia Responsible To: Country Director Location: Nairobi with frequent travel to all field sites Start Date: ASAP Duration: 12-24 months Salary: £33,830 - £34,580 per annum (dependant on relevant experience), inclusive of annual Cost of Living Allowance. Benefits: Insurance cover, accommodation, additional return flights (for contract length 24 months or more), and annual leave entitlement of 24 days per annum rising to 30 days at the completion of 12 months of continuous employment with Merlin.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short-listed on a regular basis and we may offer this post before the closing date.

Please note this is an unaccompanied position

Merlin Undaunted and determined, Merlin saves lives. We deliver medical expertise to the toughest places. And we stay to help build lasting health care.

Our mission is to end the needless loss of life in the poorest countries caused by a lack of effective health care. We help communities set up medical services for the long term including hospitals, clinics, surgeries and training for nurses and other health workers.

We do whatever it takes and we stay for as long as it takes.

Context and Background Merlin has been working in Kenya since 1998 and it maintains a regional office in Nairobi, which directly manages Kenya programmes and through remote management provides support to Somalia country programmes.

Merlin has been working in Somalia since 2004 and is currently implementing health and nutrition programme in El Buur district in Galgadud region; emergency health and nutrition programme in Awdal (Somaliland) with the field office in Hargeisa; HIV/AIDS, TB and emergency preparedness programmes in Puntland State of Somalia with an office in Garowe, where it was nominated to be the lead agency for Interagency Health Cluster. Throughout Somalia Merlin also provides technical coordination and capacity strengthening for the GFATM malaria programme.

In Kenya Merlin provides nutrition assistance to the draught affected population in Wajir and Turkana district of Northern Kenya with offices in Lodwar and Wajir towns respectively. Other operations in Kenya include malaria, HIV/AIDS, and TB programme in Nyanza province with field office in Kisii town.

The mission of Somalia and Kenya programmes is to address humanitarian and health crises while increasing capacity of local structures to deliver effective and quality primary health care services. It works with local healthcare actors including community groups and NGOs to improve access to quality health care services and to contribute to a reduction of health inequalities and the reversal in the current downward trend in health related indicators. Merlin also collaborates closely with the Ministry of Health and builds partnerships with the agencies working in complementary sectors (i.e. water/sanitation and livelihoods).

Main purpose of the role The Logistics Manager (LogMgr) is responsible for managing and delivering an efficient and effective logistics service across all programmes and field sites on Kenya and Somalia. This includes implementing, monitoring and following-up across all logistics disciplines to ensure that Merlin's standard policies and best practice is adhered to. The role will provide leadership, technical support and capacity building to the international and country logistics staff in all areas of their roles. The LogMgr represents logistics as an active member of the Country Management Team (CMT) and will ensure effective cross departmental interaction.

Overall Objectives (scope) As a senior staff member within the country structure, the Logistics Manager is a member of the Country Management Team. The overall objective of position is to coordinate all logistics functions and provide adequate and timely support to all Merlin programmes in Kenya and Somalia. This is a regional role that has senior overall coordination responsibility for the logistics of 2 country programmes.

Responsibilities Leadership

    Coordinate and manage the overall logistics functions of Merlin office in Nairobi and project sites in Kenya and Somalia.
    Ensure that the Merlin logistics standards, systems, policies and procedures including procurement, warehousing, supply/stock movement control, freight management, asset management, IT, as well as documentation, filling and reporting, are well established and fully implemented in Nairobi office and all field sites.
    In consultation with the Kenya and Somalia Country Director (CD), review logistics structures and functions in response to any changing needs and scope of activities managed within the two countries.
    To be an active member of the Kenya and Somalia Country Management Team (CMT) and in consultation with the Country Director, represent Merlin in relevant external logistics and security forums.
    As part of the Country Management Team (CMT) contribute to the development and implementation of the country strategy. Supporting the operations manager and projects coordinators in developing the logistics elements of their project plans.
    To develop, implement, review and monitor progress of agreed annual and quarterly departmental plans that will contribute to achieving the Merlin Kenya and Somalia country strategic plans objectives.

    Programme Support/Development
    Provide adequate and timely logistical support to all Merlin Kenya and Somalia country programme including timely procurement and delivery of supplies and goods; transport, IT, communications as well as emergency preparedness and response
    Actively participate in and provide support for new programme. development/designing initiatives and activities including undertaking assessments
    In consultation and jointly with programme staff particularly Project Coordinators and Field Medical Coordinators, develop, implement, review, and monitor procurement, construction and rehabilitation plans for all projects to ensure adequate lead time for timely procurement and delivery of supplies and goods as well as completion of activities.
    Provide regular updates and feedback to field project sites, Project Coordinators (PC), finance department, Country Director (CD), Country Health Directors (CHD) and other relevant staff on logistics procurement and movements of goods to allow proper and advance project implementation planning.
    Responsible for assessing and advising on logistical needs for new and existing projects in collaboration with relevant staff (CD, PCs, CHDs) and Merlin Head Office (HO).
    Develop annual cargo transport plans in consultation with the project sites to accommodate/take advantage of seasonal transport options (i.e. road networks) to ensure efficient and timely supply of goods to field sites.
    Contribute to ensuring that the Remote Management Guidelines are up to date, relevant and rolled out in a practical manner to the field project sites.

    Security/Risk Management
    To act as the Security Focal point for Merlin Kenya and Somalia.
    Assist the Country Director in ensuring that country security management plans are developed, fully implemented, reviewed and updated.
    Work closely with Project Coordinators and ensure that location/site specific security plans are developed, approved, implemented, reviewed and updated.
    Continuously monitor and analyse the national and project areas security context and situation in Kenya and Somalia, share the information with all staff including any deterioration that could affect staff or operations and in consultation with the Country Director, provide guidance to teams/sites as required.
    In consultation with the HR Manager ensure that new staff, visitors, interns, consultants etc. are provided with security briefing both in Nairobi and the field sites.
    In collaboration with the Country Director plan and provide security training to all Merlin Kenya and Somalia staff.
    Ensure that security incidents are reported in a timely and concise manner from the field and that this information is shared with the CD and HO.
    Provide support and ensure that all Merlin Kenya and Somalia premises are adequately secured at all times.
    Alongside the Country Director actively participate in and represent Merlin in interagency security and related forums for Kenya and Somalia.

    Technical Support/Logistics Management
    Ensure that all Merlin logistics systems, policies and procedures are set-up and fully implemented and adhered to in Nairobi and all field sites.
    Undertake regular supervisory, monitoring and support visits to all Merlin Kenya and Somalia field project sites.
    Undertake regular and full internal logistics audit in all field sites and address and follow-up any identified areas of weaknesses.
    Act as technical adviser for all Merlin's missions supported by the Nairobi office on technical areas such as water/sanitation, rehabilitation, maintenance, vehicles, radios, office equipment, cold chain, generators etc.
    Ensure that all logistics reports from the field sites and Nairobi office are prepared, compiled and submitted to the Country Director (and HO Regional Logistic Officer) on a monthly basis.
    Be familiar with donor funding agreements, regulations and requirements and ensure that Merlin logistics operations such as procurement are undertaken in accordance and line with the donor procedures.
    Responsible for preparing and submitting to the Country Director, Country Health Director and/or Project Coordinator any logistics and related reports and information, such as fixed asset list, required by donors.
    In co-ordination with HO Logistics, roll out logistics library and ensure that the field is supplied with the necessary logistics reference and reading material for mission use.
    Working closely with finance department, establish and maintain accurate and up-to-date fixed asset register records for each Merlin project assets in Kenya and Somalia.
    Ensure that all communications equipment (radios, etc.) are in good working conditions in all sites at all times and establish and maintain sound communication systems and mechanisms within the field sites as well as between field sites and Nairobi office.
    Ensure that IT services and systems are well set up and maintained in all sites.

    Staff Management / HR
    Directly line manage the logistics department staff including Transport & technology officer in Nairobi office and provide adequate management, technical, supervision, and capacity building support to all Nairobi and field based logistics staff.
    Ensure that all logistics staff in Nairobi and the field sites have up-to-date job descriptions, carry out timely staff performance appraisals, provide guidance, training (including on the job training and mentoring) and support to enable them fulfil their duties and responsibilities effectively and successfully.
    Plan and provide training on Merlin logistics systems, policies and procedures including procurement, communications and IT, to all relevant Merlin Kenya and Somalia staff.
    In consultation with the HR Manager and Project Coordinators, actively participate in the recruitment, induction, and debriefing of logistics staff in Nairobi and all field sites.
    Evaluate the logistical HR requirements of existing or new projects, advising on opening or closures of logs position.

    Person Specification
    Essential Qualifications, experience and competences
    Substantial experience of undertaking a senior logistics role within an international NGO and within difficult operating environments (e.g. insecurity, lack of infrastructure, natural disasters).
    Strong experience in Security management with well developed analytical skills, able to clearly analyse context, changes and identify the implications.
    Experience in implementing security guidelines in insecure environments.
    Significant and demonstrable technical knowledge across a the following technical logistics disciplines:  Supply Chain  Information Technology  Communications  Mechanics  Energy & Electricity  Cold Chain
    Significant experience of providing leadership and advice to a logistics team including specialist areas in a complex operating environment
    Substantial knowledge of at least one of the programme components:  Health Provision  Rehabilitation  Construction  Water and Sanitation
    Strong experience of leading and driving the development and implementation of a logistics department's strategy
    Good experience in recruitment, training, development & performance management of staff
    Substantial experience of capacity building within a logistics department
    Experience as part of a Senior Management Team.
    Experience of financial management of logistics including budget preparation, forecasting and monitoring.
    Ability to coordinate logistics for multiple sites on two countries
    Able to live, work and travel in an insecure environment, following strict security guidelines at all times.
    Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English
    Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office.
    Experience of establishing strong working relationships with colleagues from different functions and cultures.
    Experience of a flexible approach to managing and prioritising a high workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines.
    Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues.
    An understanding of and commitment to Merlin's mission and values.

    Desirable Qualifications, experience and competences
    Previous work experience in Africa.
    Knowledge or experience of the Somalia context
    Degree level qualification in a relevant field.
    Experience at regional level

    Data Protection In accordance with the 1998 Data Protection Act Merlin will hold and use personal information that you have given for the purposes of recruitment and employment should an offer of employment be made. This information will be stored in manual and/or computer form. This information may also be disclosed to third parties in accordance with the Data Protection Act. In cases where a job offer is conditional on ensuring that potential employees' names do not appear on counter terrorism lists generated by the United Nations, European Union or the United States due to donor funding requirements, Merlin will use the information that you have given for checking that your name does not appear on these lists.

How to apply:

To apply for this position To apply for this job, please go to www.merlin.org.uk/jobs and apply using our online recruitment system. In order to apply for a job with Merlin online you will need to complete a short registration process and create an account – the online recruitment system explains how to do this. Once your account has been created, you will be able to save the information that you have entered in your application and re-visit it at any time before you submit it.

If you are unable to apply online for any technical reason, please contact applications@merlin.org.uk.

Please note that we do not accept CVs. Unfortunately due to the number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.


Deadline: 7th June 2012

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Jobs at Internews Network in Kenya

Job Title: Resident journalism advisor, Nairobi
Closing Date: Friday, 08 June 2012

Somalia: Resident Journalism Advisor (Nairobi, Kenya)

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GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Project Director based in Nairobi, the RJA is responsible for devising and implementing training workshops and mentoring programs for radio journalists and producers working at local stations in Central Somalia. The RJA will train senior staff at our partner radio organization in Nairobi to carry out further trainings in the field. The RJA will also design and train trainers for a program of media skills and literacy events for grass roots Somali civil society organizations. The position is a three-month assignment based in Nairobi, but could involve some training workshops in Somalia or Somaliland.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following; other duties may be assigned:

    Devise a comprehensive training and mentoring program in journalism and radio production skills for community-based recruits in Central Somalia .

    Carry out training-of-trainer workshops for senior journalists and production staff at our partner media organization in Nairobi

    Liaise with partner media organization on training, skills and production objectives.

    Devise a program of media skills and literacy events for local civil society organizations in Somalia and train implementers for these .

    Work with Project Director to develop monitoring and evaluation tools and report on progress of training and mentoring programs

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Experience designing and implementing radio journalism and production training programs, including training of trainers

    Computer literate and familiar with digital radio equipment and software

    Ability to assess trainees skills and devise evaluation processes for sustainable use beyond this assignment

    Mother-tongue standard fluency in written and spoken English.

    Somali language and/or knowledge of Somalia and its culture an advantage

How to apply:

https://sj.tbe.taleo.net/SJ11/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=INTERNEWS&...

Or http://www.internews.org/jobs


Deadline: 8th June 2012

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Jobs at Marie Stopes International in Kenya

Job Title: Head of social franchising, Nairobi
Closing Date: Sunday, 24 June 2012

We are currently recruiting for a talent individual to joining our Health Markets team, part of the Health Systems Department (HSD). The Health Markets team is a new and evolving team that is focused on harnessing the potential of social franchising and health financing to help position the Marie Stopes International (MSI) country programmes within the national health market to maximise health impact.
This position is an operational role with management responsibilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of social franchising strategy within MSI to ensure that procedures and standards are developed and improved to support social franchising globally. S/he would be responsible for providing technical assistance to Social Franchising programmes, managing the Global Social Financing Manager, managing the peer-to-peer support programme, and coordinating the internal/external communications around social franchising.

About Marie Stopes International Millions of the world's poorest and most vulnerable women trust Marie Stopes International to provide them with quality sexual and reproductive health care. We have been delivering contraception, safe abortion, and mother and baby care for over thirty years and work in 42 countries around the world.

Our clients are at the centre of everything we do: through our innovation and partnerships, underserved women and couples are able to access services and make choices about their sexual and reproductive health. By providing high quality services where they are needed the most, we prevent unnecessary deaths and make a sustainable impact on the lives of millions of people every year.


How to apply:

To read the full job framework and to apply online, visit our careers website:

https://careers.mariestopes.org.uk/wd/plsql/wd_portal.show_job?p_web_sit...

Make things happen, join Marie Stopes International.


Deadline: 24th June 2012

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