Programme Officer (MECC)

 Position Title: Programme Officer (MECC)

Duty Station: IOM Somalia in Nairobi*, Kenya

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 12 September 2022

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

Internal candidates

Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Natural hazards, exacerbated by climate change, and limited adaptation capacities, are one of the main drivers of displacement in Somalia. To address this, IOM is working on the nexus of migration, environment, and climate change (MECC) in Somalia and received EU-funded project “Breaking the Climate-Conflict Cycle in Galmudug State of Somalia”, which aims to address climate change as a driver of conflict in the federal member state. IOM is the technical implementing partner on the behalf of Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and member states. The projects are focusing to ensure sustainable development taking into the account Migration, Climate Change, WASH, and stabilizations. The incumbent will work closely the Community Stabilization unit in the implementation EU-funded project in Galmudug state.

Since Migration, climate change and environment are cross cutting issue, the incumbent will work closely with all units of the mission to provide the technical support on the issues related with climate change and its adverse environment impact

Under the overall supervision of Senior Programme Coordinator (EPC) and the direct supervision of the Project Manager (WASH), the Programme Officer (MECC) will be responsible for contributing to Migration, Environment and Climate Change (MECC) activities, in particular project management, programme development and the mainstreaming of MECC within the Country Office (CO).

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Provide overall direction and oversee the implementation of Migration, Environment and Climate Change (MECC) activities and programmes in Somalia, through the effective and timely implementation of programme activities, conceptualization, and design, and be responsible for its financial, administrative, and technical oversight in line with IOM policies and practices as well as donor requirements.

Establish and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders and beneficiaries, including the government, UN agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), local communities, donors, and represent IOM in appropriate coordination and operational inter-agency fora relevant to the programmes/projects.

Contribute to the mainstreaming of MECC in the existing programmatic areas through the implementation of project activities on the thematic area within existing programmes, such as, Emergency Response, Transition and Recovery, Durable Solutions, and the Department of Migration Management.

Provide technical guidance on migration, environment, and climate change of Somalia Country Office (CO) in technical coordination with Regional Thematic Specialists (RTSs) (MECC) and elaborate general and/or specific information on programme activities as requested by donors/external parties, COM, the Regional Office, Headquarters (HQ) and other relevant counterparts.

Contribute to the strategic direction of MECC, proposing and integrating new approaches and procedures as required.

In coordination with the Programme Support Unit, contribute to the resource mobilization through the development of new projects, including supporting the drafting of proposals, liaising with donors and supporting the production of communication and visibility tools and materials.

Supervise project staff, prepare inputs for performance evaluations, and assist in the resolution of team conflicts.

Contribute to narrative and progress reports, cost modifications, public information material, and other documents, as required by IOM and/or project donors.

Ensure compliance with IOM and donor requirements, including those related to procurement, finance, and human resources, maintaining close contact with relevant IOM support units.

Conduct close follow-up of project/programme development initiatives in other IOM member states and document best practices.

Undertake duty travel in Somalia relating to project activities, monitoring and liaison with counterparts.

Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

Master’s degree in social science, international relations, law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

Experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, projectdevelopment, management, and reporting;

Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, donors, academia, other national/international institutions, and NGOs;

Work experience in Somalia is an advantage.

Skills

Understanding of migration in relation to environment, climate change and natural hazards;

Demonstrated level of expertise in the thematic area relevant to project development;

Sound knowledge of international fora and policy process in the areas of migration, climate change, environment, disaster risk reduction, knowledge of frameworks such as UN conventions on climate change, ecosystems, desertification etc;

Understanding of legal frameworks human rights approaches, soft law and protection issues related to environmental migration;

In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;

Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;

Knowledge of international fora and policy process in the areas of migration, climate change, environment, disaster risk reduction;

Knowledge of legal frameworks human rights approaches, soft law and protection issues related to environmental migration.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Somali is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Previous applicants do not need to re-apply.

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.

Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

How to Apply

To apply, interested applicants are invited to submit their applications HERE via the IOM e-Recruitment system by 12 September 2022.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

Posting period:

From 30.08.2022 to 12.09.2022

No Fees:

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

Requisition: SVN 2022 52 Programme Officer (MECC) (P2) IOM Somalia in Nairobi, Kenya (57416714) Released

Posting: Posting NC57416715 (57416715) Released

Public Relations Assistant

 International Transformation Foundation (ITF) is an internationally youth led non-profit organization providing youth educational and self-development programs, encompassing leadership and entrepreneurship, to harness creativity for a youth system that provides jobs, offering security, opportunities to grow, and contribute to the development of our communities.

Since its establishment ITF has been developing and operating youth development programs to lead the youth of today as leaders with a strong heart and mind as true workers of society with creative and progressive thinking. Our current projects are:

1. Join the Pipe Project: Installing sustainable tap water stations near playgrounds, city centers, parks, schools and bus stations in Africa; for people to access clean tap water whenever possible.

The project also works to bring awareness to the environmental impact of production and waste of bottled water through two ventures:

A water kiosk at school: a school based and students managed business selling clean tap water to community residents. It involves financing a community school to set up an onsite water kiosk with specially designed and sustainable products for children to transport tap water at home straight from school. It is both an educational and profitable business – teaching students’ business and entrepreneurial skills, and generating much-needed income for schools.

Public drinking tap water station: In partnership with urban Communities/Towns/Cities we install our non-breakable drinking water station in Public places for people to access clean drinking tap water free of charge.

2. Jijenge Kijana Fund: a youth livelihood pathway offering microcredit, micro-saving and training which enables ITF members to engage in productive and stable livelihoods

3. Erasmus Plus Projects:

GO-PRO The main objective of the project is to create space for the development of key information and communications technology (ICT) competences in the field of programming for children and youth. The project plans on achieving this by creating GO-PRO centers where modern programming education can take place and, in the process, awaken the passion to code in the youth. This project is done in collaboration with Meritum (Poland) and International Transformation Foundation (Kenya).

4Evergreen This is a project aimed at empowering the youth which ITF will implement in collaboration with the Association for European Cooperation, Development and Communication (CODEC vzw), Belgium. 4Evergreen will bridge 2 programme objectives– to support awareness raising on the environmental and climate goals and taking up innovative practices in a digital era. The project main aim thereafter is to contribute to the just and inclusive transition to sustainable living throughout empowering youth work sector across the globe to raise awareness on environmental issues by personal example and digital tools – the language of young people.

PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT

Your role is to tell the ITF's story to the outside world, shaping the narrative about the organization’s work and helping create a positive public perception to investors, partners and volunteers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Publishing Content: You are required to write original content that portrays ITF in the best possible light. This requires you to: Compile and keep a record of ITF communications with external stakeholders as well as work alongside other teams within ITF to create written content, as well as videos and pictures.

Creating content: Once you have created your content, you are responsible for publishing and distributing it in order to maintain a vibrant online presence for ITF. While you are encouraged to think creatively in this space, you are expected, at a minimum, to:

Post regularly on ITF’s official social media platforms.

Design and manage ITF website content, including success stories, testimonials and picture archives.

Ensure that the information you disseminate is compliant with ITF’s privacy guidelines.

Fundraising: In conjunction with the Account Assistant and Secretary General, you are responsible for generating money for ITF’s projects. This requires you to:

Identify and prepare grant proposal and or other fundraising strategies for designed projects or office expenses.

Maintain engagement with existing partners, ensuring they are aware of projects that are underway, the impact they are having, and the financial transparency of all processes. This engagement will occur through personalized emails before and after projects, and in-depth reports.

Extend the partners base through structured fundraising appeals.

Basic Knowledge & Skills required:

The Applicant must possess or is extremely eager to learn and passionate about the following knowledge/skills and is able to demonstrate, that the essential functions of this position can be performed:

Hold at least a Diploma in Public Relations, Communication, Marketing, Graphic Design & Video Editing and other related fields

Possess knowledge in current issues and best practices relating to international youth development;

Ability to come up with creative ideas and content for communication and promotional materials, fundraising, identify potential opportunities for raising funds and write grant proposals,

Have excellent communication skills both orally and in writing (minimally in English), Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills and the ability to work with individuals from different cultures,

Possess basic computer skills including graphic communication and social media management,

Ability to maintain an established work schedule, with or without flexibility,

Strong organizational and management skills- ability to multi task and prioritize,

Motivated to learn and take on new challenges’

Willingness and capacity to volunteer’

Unparalleled passion and commitment for youth & community development,

For volunteers, a minimum of six months commitment is required.

Other requirements

The volunteer is required to work from the office; at the current time remote working is not an available option. ITFs office hours are from Monday to Thursday from 9am to 5pm.

Compensation:

Although ITF Volunteers enjoy limitless opportunities, ITF does NOT provide any kind of compensation, including stipends. ITF Staff operate on a full-time volunteer basis for a minimum of 6 months. Volunteers are responsible for all basic expenses such as home – office transportation, accommodation etc. ITF ONLY provides direct operational expenses such as staff transportation to meetings outside the office, field visit operations etc.

How to Apply

Complete this application form: http://www.itfsecretariat.org/volunteer.html

Like our Facebook page, Instagram page, and follow us on Twitter.

For any queries get in touch through volunteers.itf@gmail.com, Tel: +254 799189233, @ITFSecretariat on Twitter & Facebook.

We DO NOT consider incomplete applications as well as candidates who are not able to cover the volunteer term expenses as mentioned in the above paragraph (Compensation).

Head of Climate Change Programme, BRAC International

 Career with BRAC International

BRAC is an award-winning international non-governmental development organisation, with the vision of a world free from all forms of exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential. BRAC is a leader in developing and implementing cost-effective, evidence-based programmes to assist poor and disadvantaged communities in low-income countries, including in conflict-prone and post-disaster settings. It is an organisation of and for the people of the Global South, pioneering new development and social enterprise approaches to equip communities to achieve prosperity. As well as being the world's biggest NGO by number of staff and people directly reached, BRAC has regularly been ranked the number one NGO in the world by the Geneva-based NGO Advisor, an independent organisation committed to highlighting innovation, impact and governance in the non-profit sector. BRAC retained the top spot in 2020 among the top 500 NGOs for the fifth consecutive year.

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed. It started its first programme outside of Bangladesh in Afghanistan in 2002, and has since reached millions of people in 11 countries in Asia and Africa. BRAC has a holistic approach to development that uses a wide array of programmes and social enterprises, including in microfinance, education, health, agriculture, gender and human rights. BRAC believes that every person has inherent potential, and when an enabling environment is created and that potential is unleashed, even the poorest can become agents of positive change in their own lives, for their families and their communities.

BRAC International (BI) is seeking application from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the following position:

Head of Climate Change Programme, BRAC International

The Head of Climate Change Programme (CCP) will provide strategic and technical leadership to develop transformative approaches for CCP of BRAC International (BI). Reporting to Director-Programmes, s/he will work with the team to ensure CCP strategy, standards and systems are in place and implemented across BI countries. The Head -CCP will provide strategic guidance and technical support to BI-Country teams to accomplish the planned activities/interventions towards achieving the Climate Change agenda of the organization in collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders. S/he will also, promote linkages to the national health authorities, other institution, advocacy, partnerships, fundraising, and internal technical and functional teams, and at the same time ensure consistency of approaches with other associated members of BRAC International. The position will establish a strong collaborative relationship with other key teams across BRAC and BI.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic leadership to BRAC International’s Climate Change Programme in BRAC International and its country offices

Mobilize resources for Climate change Programme of BI from Donor, Government, GCF etc. and building on the CCP work in BI and its countries

Take the lead in CCP sector’s proposal development, help country management to design new projects/proposals and review and provide technical input on proposals. Should have in depth experiences in problem tree analysis, Theory of Change, developing Log Frame, etc.

Ensure mainstreaming of climate change interventions within BI’s development programmes

Provide technical support and guidance to the CCP team to design, implement, and monitor and evaluate the programs in the ground through communication and regular field visit to the countries as necessary.

Support national and global advocacy of the Climate Change approaches/learnings to tackling Climate Change related effects. Develop effective linkages with Governments, donors, strategic networks and partners to ensure that BI’s Climate Change programming receives optimum visibility

Liaison, engagement and relationship management with key programme stakeholders, including national and local government, civil society institutions, and international development partners

Ensuring the capture and dissemination of lesson/stories/case studies related to the delivery of programme results, as part of the wider communication, publicity and visibility effort.

Closely work with the Fundraising, Grant Management and Monitoring & Evaluation team to synchronize information needs and compile programme-level M&E information for dissemination.

Review and provide technical input on internal and external impact documents/ reports and other documents as needed.

Informed, learns from, and builds relationships with key stakeholders, affiliates and partners.

Ensure all kinds of reports according to programme objectives, required standards and meet reporting quality of donors, partners and affiliates.

Represent BRAC International at the various climate change sector related meetings and forums with donors, government technical counterparts and partner organizations.

Overseeing the performance management of all programme staff and consultants (short and long-term) and carrying out further recruitment as needed.

Establish a safeguarding culture across all level of the programme by implementing the safeguarding policy. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.

Responsible to ensure team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and actioned in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedure.

Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

Safeguarding

Establish a safeguarding culture across all level of the programme by implementing the safeguarding policy. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.

Responsible to ensure team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and actioned in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedure.

Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

Educational Requirements:

Master’s Degree in Climate Change/Disaster Management/Geography and Environmental Science/Social Science/ Development or related field

Required Competencies

Programme/project management/field operations

Sound knowledge on global issues related to climate change

Humanitarian principles/standards

Professional knowledge of diverse development approaches

Communication skill in English both speaking and writing

Programme design and planning

Maintaining donor liaison

Facilitation/ team building

Leadership (ability to lead and inspire diverse teams)

Flexible to face new challenges

Flexible and adaptable with good interpersonal skills and a ‘can-do’ approach

Financial & grant management

Professional network within the related sector in Bangladesh and beyond.

Ability to develop quality report for donor using standard template.

Experience Requirements:

12 + years’ experience in a senior technical or management position in an NGO, UN or donor agency (an international organization managing complex programs), including programme design, planning, implementation, administration and finance especially for Climate Change Programme.

Considerable experiences in proposal development and report writing

Demonstrated success in raising fund for Climate Change programme

Experiencing dealing with various donors

Experience in working with a diverse team.

Employment type: Regular/Contractual

Salary: Negotiable

Job Location: BRAC International Dhaka,Bangladesh/Nairobi,Kenya

How to Apply

If you feel you are the right match for the above mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

External candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at recruitment.bi@brac.net

Internal candidates need to apply with their latest CV including all job assignments in detail with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.net

Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI 96/22 in the subject bar.

Only complete applications will be accepted and short listed candidates will be contacted.

Application deadline: 15 September 2022

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation - regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment policy and procedure include extensive background checks and disclosure of criminal records in order to ensure safeguarding to the fullest extent.

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR CONDUCTING AN ACTION RESEARCH ON GENDER RESPONSIVE BUDGETING AS A TOOL FOR CHANGE IN KWALE COUNTY

 Background

About Coalition on Violence Against Women

The Coalition on Violence Against Women (COVAW) is a non-profit women’s rights organization that was established in 1995 to respond to the silence of the Kenyan society in addressing violence against women and girls (VAWG). Currently, COVAW focusses on 5 strategic areas as informed by its strategic plan 2018-2023 namely: Access to Comprehensive Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) Services; Women’s Economic Empowerment; Women’s Leadership Development; Access to Justice; and Institutional Development. COVAW strategic plan 2018-2023.https://covaw.or.ke/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/COVAW-Strategic-Plan-2018-2023-Full-Version.pdf

COVAW’s vision is a society where women and girls enjoy equal rights, freedoms and thrive in safe spaces. COVAW’s mission is to champion for the rights of women and girls to be free from all forms of violence. COVAW is guided by its core values of respect, integrity, solidarity and commitment in improving the lives of its primary beneficiaries- women and girls.

About the project

COVAW, in partnership with VOICE is currently implementing a 2-year project entitled TUPO.TUSIKIZWE (We are here. Listen to us) in Kwale County. The project aims at empowering marginalized women and girls, including those with disabilities to participate in the County Budget process in Kwale County by enhancing their voices to demand for the uptake of their priority needs and equitable distribution of resources. The project will address this by enhancing understanding of the normative framework in budgeting at the county level, capacity building of women and girls including those with disabilities to analyse the Kwale County Budget estimates against their needs and recommend actions to enhance responsiveness. This will prompt critical engagement in development processes, enabling citizens to understand the importance of provision of resources that match needs of vulnerable groups and provide a means of holding public officials accountable, when they make development commitments.

The primary beneficiaries will bevulnerable and marginalized women and girls, including youth and persons with disabilities in Matuga, Msambweni and Lunga Lunga sub counties and the secondary beneficiaries will beWomen leaders in the county assembly of Kwale, County government officials, Civil society representatives, Media officials and community members**.**

Summary of the Project’s Theory of Change

If the capacity building sessions on gender responsive budgeting, leadership, lobbying and advocacy for targeted groups; community, CSOs, government line department heads are implemented then community members will be aware of their civic rights and how to identify community projects that should be prioritized in the budget making process. This in turn will indicate an increase in understanding by rightsholder groups on the normative framework on budgeting consequently contributing to the overall impact.

If community awareness creation on the budget making process, media engagements, public participation forums, multi sectoral engagement, review meetings with sub counties gender technical working groups, networking advocacy forums with county PWD network and youth led advocacy summit with female Members of the County Assembly are implemented successfully, then there will be increased citizen engagement in budget making process through public participation forums held at the ward level, increased participation of women, youth and persons with disabilities in the public participation forums at the ward level and allocation of resources towards community needs driven projects to address the needs of women and girls. This will then lead to increased involvement of the public in engaging with the members of county assembly to discuss gender responsive budgeting, increasing understanding on gender responsive budgeting and utilization of gender responsive budgeting principles and gender analysis of Kwale County budget estimates consecutively recommending actions to scale-up responsiveness to GBV and economic empowerment of adolescent girls and young women. These activities, outputs and outcomes contribute to the overall impact.

IMPACT: County development plans and budgets reflect the needs of vulnerable and marginalized groups, with proper resourcing done to support the same. Target groups will report a better quality of life in terms of access to basic services. The voices of women and girls in Kwale County will be amplified, as they learn to assume leadership roles in development.

Purpose of the Consultancy

The primary purpose of the consultancy is to conduct action research to collate community and stakeholders’ experiences in implementation of Gender Responsive Budgeting as a tool for change at county level and to identify best practices for CSOs, that can influence uptake of Gender Responsive Budgeting.

Objectives of the Research

The consultant is therefore required to:

To collate community and stakeholders’ experiences in implementation of Gender Responsive Budgeting as a tool for change at county level. (With a focus on women, girls and PWDs)

To determine how decision makers at the county have applied Gender Responsive Budgeting.

To identify best practices for CSOs, to influence uptake of Gender Responsive Budgeting.

To develop three case studies based on what worked and what did not work well in the lobbying and advocacy for Gender Responsive Budgeting at COVAW level.

Scope of Work

Planning

The consultant is expected to perform the following tasks:

Develop and refine the research questions

Conduct a comprehensive literature review in line with the above objectives of the action research.

Develop data collection tools both qualitative and quantitative

Action

The consultant is expected to collect qualitative and quantitative data in three sub counties of Msambweni, Lunga Lunga and Matuga. The action research will be conducted in 9 villages sampled from 9 wards in the 3 sub counties as follows:

Bombo villages in Waa-Ngombeni Ward

Lunguma villages in Tsimba-Golini Ward

Kilimangodo villages in Mwereni ward

Mwananyamala village in Dzombo ward

Shimoni village in Pongwe Kikoneni ward

Kiwegu village in Vanga ward

Mivumoni villages in Ramisi ward

Makongeni village in Kinondo ward

Kilolapwa village in Ukunda ward

The identification of the villages was informed by prevailing data on levels of poverty, access to basic amenities and prevalence on Gender Based Violence (GBV).

Data analysis

The consultant will use data analysis tools to analyse the quantitative and qualitative data and share key findings in an easy-to-understand format.

Conclusion

The consultant will draft and share high quality reports as follows:

1st Draft Document

The first draft document will contain information as indicated in the scope above.

Timely feedback on the 1st draft will be provided by the program team.

2nd Draft Documents

The revised documents will synthesize all information, conclusions and recommendations taking into account all comments and additions from COVAW following the submission of the 1st draft document. In case the 2nd draft document is not satisfactory to both parties, communication and the work should continue till an approved 2nd draft.

Validation meeting

COVAW will organize a feedback meeting. The consultant will make a presentation to the program team on the contents of the research. The meeting will be an opportunity to clarify outstanding aspects of the research.

Submission of documents

All documents used in the preparation of this assignment such as, interview guides, progress reports, data collection tools, draft project documents, templates, raw data collected, preliminary and intermediate designs, layouts, specification documents etc. are expected to be submitted to COVAW together with the 2nd draft document.

Management and Timeframe

Duration of the work

The duration of this consultancy is expected to run for 30 days.

Management of the work

The consultant will be supervised and guided directly by COVAW and the consultant will be required to meet the above expected deliverables listed during the period of the consultancy. The consultant will work closely with the COVAW Team and will from time to time submit and share the progress of activities as agreed.

COVAW will be responsible for the following:

COVAW will be responsible for the overall coordination of the research; the consultant will be expected to work closely with the Program Associate (Kwale), Program Officer(Kwale), Programmes Manager and Executive Director who will provide guidance through all stages of the study including the following.

Hold an inception meeting with the consultant to provide project background information and documents, review the research work plan and documentation shared by the consultant.

Reviewing and providing feedback on the data collection tools

Identification and mobilization of the interviewees

Support meeting arrangements with the beneficiaries and stakeholders

Support travel from COVAW office to the field

Reviewing reports shared and providing the consultant with timely feedback

Being the link between the consultant, stakeholders and project implementation sites

Approving the final action research report

Skills and Qualifications of the Consultant

A post-graduate degree in development economics, international development, social sciences, and other related studies.

Minimum of seven years’ experience in conducting action research, participatory monitoring and evaluation of development programmes.

Experience of working with the marginalized communities including youth, women and persons with disabilities

Fluent in English and Kiswahili.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should include the following in the expression of interest:

Cover letter

Technical proposal: The technical proposal should include a) brief explanation about the consultant with particular emphasis on previous experience in this kind of work b) Understanding of TOR and the task to be accomplished c) proposed methodology and d) draft work/implementation plan.

One similar research reports written by the applicant.

Applications should be submitted on or before 7th of September 2022 via email to recruit@covaw.or.ke with the subject: ACTION RESEARCH ON GRB AS A TOOL FOR CHANGE IN KWALE COUNTY.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT AUDIT

 TERMS OF REFERENCE

The AECF, LLC is a leading development finance organization that supports businesses to innovate, create jobs and leverage investments to build resilience and sustainable incomes for rural and marginalized communities in Africa.

The AECF aims to bridge the investment gap between early-stage enterprise and business maturity for entrepreneurs serving the poorest communities. We provide patient capital to new and innovative business models in the agribusiness and renewable energy sectors across Sub-Saharan Africa through various financing instruments. We also offer advisory services, investment support, and knowledge and insights to supplement finance.

Internal Audit Unit (IAU)

The Internal Audit Unit (IAU) is responsible for conducting internal audit activities at the AECF and investee companies. IAU provides an independent and objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the operations of the AECF.

About the assignment

The AECF’s core business is driven by the Portfolio management process. The process includes a competition process – market assessments, preparation of term sheets, inviting applications through a call for proposals, applicant selection, due diligence, onboarding, capacity building or technical assistance, portfolio monitoring, disbursements, collections (where applicable), risk management procedures and reporting. We seek a consultant to audit the Portfolio Management process, identify improvement areas and communicate suitable recommendations.

Scope of work

The scope includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Review Portfolio management documented policies and procedures;

Obtain an understanding of the process and applicable internal controls;

Conduct interviews or review documentation to understand the current practice;

Ongoing documentation and communication of findings

The objective of the assignment

The objective of the audit is to obtain reasonable assurance that the internal control system established within the Portfolio Management process:

Guarantees the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of operations of The AECF;

Secures as far as possible, the financial and operational reporting;

Ensures that costs charged by The AECF to her donors are reasonable, allocable, allowable, adequately supported and applied consistently to programs;

Ensures the safeguarding of assets of The AECF; and

Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, and rules

Deliverables

Inception report: Within 5 working days of the signing of the Contract, submit an Inception Report which should include a draft work plan containing a schedule of effort, and deliverables under the Contract.

Progress updates: Hold regular discussions with the Head of Internal Audit including reasons for potential delays; follow-up actions and significant trends identified.

Draft Report: Produce a Report for review and comments before the completion of the audit. The report shall include an executive summary, the methodology followed during the assignment and the outcome of the review based on the objectives and tasks defined above. The report should detail any key positive practices, and weaknesses identified during the audit, along with recommendations for corrective action to prevent a recurrence.

Final Report: The Final Report will cover all key activities undertaken during the assignment. This will include weaknesses in a control system of the AECF Portfolio Management Process and make appropriate recommendations.

Duration of the assignment

The assignment is expected to be completed within 4 weeks from the effective date of the contract.

Qualifications and Experience

The consultant or consulting firm/team must demonstrate experience and understanding of gender mainstreaming approaches in development programs and in private sector development. The minimum competencies and qualifications include:

Key staff Positions

Job Descriptions

Minimum Qualification requirements

Team leader

Lead efforts on the assignment and coordinate activities of the team.

Lead liaison with the AECF designated official regarding activities to be undertaken under the assignment.

Coordinate all activities and information/feedback with AECF: (i) standards and timetable for the preparation of work program; (ii) review of work program; (iii) format and schedule of reporting; etc.

Produce and discuss reports and other outputs produced by the team for the AECF

A University degree is required. An Advanced University degree specifically incorporating operations research is an advantage.

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the field of Project/Portfolio/Grant Management, process design and/or efficiency audit.

Experience in conducting audits on similar organizations will be an added advantage.

Professional qualification/certification in Project Management will be an advantage.

Senior Auditor

Undertake detailed audit procedures and testing

University degree is required.

At least 6 years’ experience in audit

Professional qualification or certification in

Project Management

Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Public Accountant

Competence and skills

Teamwork - Relationship Building - Task Management Skills - Communication

Reporting

The consultant will report to the Head of Internal Audit

Proposal submission

Qualified consulting firms are invited to submit a proposal including the following requirements:

Documents to be submitted

FIRM

Company registration documents

Company profile and experience of a team

Methodology to undertake the assignment

Previous experience in similar assignments

A detailed financial budget (in USD ) and work plan.

Reference letters

The Technical Proposal must be submitted separately and clearly marked on the document and email subject “Technical Proposal – Portfolio Management Process Audit”. NO details of a financial nature whatsoever should be included in this Technical Proposal. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in disqualification.

Proposers are requested to submit a Technical Proposal that demonstrates the capability to delivering the requested services.

The Technical Proposal shall include information to demonstrate the current soundness and financial position of the submitting organization:

Organizational: a brief description, including ownership details, date, and place of incorporation of the firm, objectives of the firm, partnerships, qualifications, and certificates, etc.

Statement of Satisfactory Performance of similar services from the firm’s Clients.

Listing of proposed personnel, experience, and qualifications

Comments on the RFP and how the firm will address the requirements.

Methodology and Approach

To facilitate a faster evaluation and comparative analysis of the proposals, we recommend that the proposals be structured in the following manner:

The expertise of Firm/Organization – This section should provide details regarding the management structure of the organization, organizational capability/resources, and experience of the organization/firm, and the list of projects/contracts (both completed and ongoing, both domestic and international) which are related or similar in nature to the requirements of the RFP.

Proposed Methodology, Approach and Implementation Plan – This section should demonstrate the implementor’s response to the RFP/scope of services by identifying the specific components proposed, how the requirements shall be addressed, as specified, point by point; providing a detailed description of the essential performance characteristics proposed; and demonstrating how the proposed methodology meets or exceeds the specifications, while ensuring appropriateness of the approach to the local conditions and the rest of the project operating environment.

Management Structure and Key Personnel – This section should include the comprehensive curriculum vitae (CVs) of key personnel that will be assigned to support the implementation of the proposed methodology, clearly defining the roles and responsibilities vis-à-vis the proposed methodology. CVs should establish competence and demonstrate qualifications in areas relevant to the TOR.

In complying with this section, the implementor assures and confirms to The AECF that the personnel being nominated are available on the proposed dates. If any of the key personnel later becomes unavailable, except for unavoidable reasons such as death or medical incapacity, The AECF reserves the right to render the proposal non-responsive.

Through this request for proposals (“RFP”), the Internal Audit Unit of The AECF seeks to appoint a Provider/Consultant to audit the Portfolio Management process.

The AECF may, at its discretion, cancel the requirement in part or whole. It also reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal and to annul the selection process and reject all proposals at any time before selection, without thereby incurring any liability to proposers/firms.

Proposers may withdraw the proposal after submission provided that written notice of withdrawal is received by the AECF before the deadline prescribed for submission of proposals. No proposal may be modified after the deadline for submission of proposals. No proposal may be withdrawn in the interval between the deadline for submission of proposals and the expiration of the period of proposal validity.

All proposals shall remain valid and open for acceptance for 30 calendar days after the date specified for receipt of proposals. In exceptional circumstances, the AECF may solicit the proposer’s consent to an extension of the period of validity. The request and the responses thereto shall be made in writing.

The proposals prepared by the proposer and all correspondence and documents relating to the proposal exchanged by the proposer and the AECF shall be written in English

Financial Proposal

The Financial Proposal should include pricing information covering the requirements covered in this document.

The Financial Proposal document must be clearly marked “Financial Proposal - Portfolio Management Process Audit” as well as the email subject. NO details of a financial nature whatsoever must be included in the Technical Proposal. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in disqualification.

The financial component shall include the following:

Fee structure and pricing details in US dollars including all expenses and applicable taxes;

The financial methodology that explains the rationale of the financial component and how it offers the best value;

A financial plan that clearly links all costs to activities and outputs detailed in the work plan with associated payment mechanisms;

Unit rates

Total Lump sum Contract amount

Financial proposals that will not have the above details will be disqualified. In addition,

The Implementor shall include and clearly show all expected taxes in the financial component.

The AECF reserves the right to give preference to the most appropriate baseline in terms of expected economies of scale.

The financial proposal shall be fixed price and not based on Time & Material. It should contain real efforts in terms of man days (i.e. Junior, Intermediate, Senior etc.) and price per man day for each category. Based on the Technical proposal (Workplan, methodology, personnel, goods, and services to be supplied under the contract and the unit rates, the bidder must provide a total lump sum fixed price for determining the financial score and contract value.

AECF is obliged by the Kenyan tax authorities to withhold taxes on service contract fees as well as ensure VAT, at 16%, is charged where applicable. Applicants are advised to ensure that they have a clear understanding of their tax position with regards to provisions of Kenya tax legislation when developing their proposals.

Evaluation Criteria

An evaluation committee will be formed by the AECF. All members will be bound by the same standards of confidentiality. The consultant should ensure that they fully respond to all criteria to be comprehensively evaluated.

The AECF may request and receive clarification from any consultant when evaluating a proposal. The evaluation committee may invite some or all the consultants to appear before the committee to clarify their proposals. In such an event, the evaluation committee may consider such clarifications in evaluating proposals.

In deciding the final selection of qualified bidder, the technical quality of the proposal will be given a weighting of 70% based on the evaluation criteria. Only the financial proposal of those bidders who qualify technically will be opened. The financial proposal will be allocated a weighting of 30% and the proposals will be ranked in terms of total points scored.

The mandatory and desirable criteria against which proposals will be evaluated are identified in the table below.

NO.

CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT

Weighted Award

TECHNICAL PROPOSAL

70

An understanding of the terms of reference

Demonstrate the unique and critical success factors of carrying out this assignment

10

Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of this assignment

15

Methodology and work plan that will deliver the best value on the assignment

Demonstrate the capacity to deliver the task in a timely and efficient manner.

Provide a realistic work plan on the key deliverables within the timelines of the assignment.

20

Qualification and Experience

Demonstrate strong capacity to deliver the assignment on time.

Relevant services undertaken in the past three (3) years

15

CVs for the recommended team

Detailed reference list indicating the scope and magnitude of similar assignments

Signed letters of reference from 3 previous companies/assignments

Registration and other relevant statutory documents (applicable to firms

10

FINANCIAL PROPOSAL: Clarity, relevance, reality to market value/ value for money of cost for the assignment (inclusive of any applicable tax, reimbursable, and travel).

30

Total Score

100

Disclaimer

AECF reserves the right to determine the structure of the process, the number of short-listed participants, the right to withdraw from the proposal process, the right to change this timetable at any time without notice and reserves the right to withdraw this tender at any time, without prior notice and without liability to compensate and/or reimburse any party

How to Apply

Application details

The AECF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The AECF considers all interested candidates based on merit without regard to race, gender, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The AECF invites qualified consultants/firms to send a proposal to aecfprocurement@aecfafrica.orgclearly marked “REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL - PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT PROCESS AUDIT” The AECF shall not be liable for not opening proposals that are submitted with a different subject.

A prospective proposer requiring any clarification of the solicitation documents may notify the AECF in writing via the email address aecfprocurement@aecfafrica.org by 9th September 2022. The AECF will respond in writing to any request for clarification of the solicitation documents that it receives by the due date.

The proposal should be received no later than 16th September 2022, by 5.00 pm East Africa Time (GMT +3) addressed to The AECF, Procurement Department. Any proposals received by the AECF after the deadline for submission of proposals will be rejected.

For more information , please visit our website

https://www.aecfafrica.org/careers/request-for-proposal-portfolio-management-audit-august-2022/

Job information

Country

Kenya

City

Nairobi

Source

Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund

Type

Consultancy

Career category

Administration/Finance

Years of experience

10+ years

Posting date

September 1, 2022

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ROLE PURPOSE

Working with members of the global IT team, the role holder will be responsible for building, implementing and supporting Business Intelligence (BI) solutions within the organisation. This role will partner with business stakeholders in order to understand their analytic requirements, and implement and maintain BI solutions to meet these needs, utilising best practices. The role requires experience in adapting existing solutions as well as creating new solutions.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

Provide the organisation with accurate and timely BI solutions based on requirements gathered through business partnering activities

Maintain and support existing BI solutions

Proactively source new and innovative solutions that provide clear business value and construct 'proof of concepts' to demonstrate the new solutions

Proactively identify any technical project risks/issues related to BI

Estimate and deliver BI project tasks to agreed prioritisation and timeframes

Support the IT Service Delivery team with the BI reporting environment

Assist product owners in designing, agreeing, implementing and managing changes to the BI environment

Maintain accurate technical documentation

Communicate data and insights

Contract Duration: Permanent

Number of Vacancies: 5

Work Location: Nairobi

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

Computing degree - BSc, BA or equivalent experience

Minimum 3 years relevant experience in a similar role, 5+ desirable

Experience of working with SQL Server databases, including creating & modifying T-SQL scripts, stored procedures, functions, triggers, writing ad-hoc queries and dynamic SQL

Proven understanding of Data Modelling and Analytics

Experience of working with Microsoft's BI technology stack SSIS, SSRS, SSAS (tabular model), Power BI, DAX, Power Query, Excel.

Experience of working closely with non-technical staff, demonstrating an ability to translate and negotiate non-technical requirements into a detailed technical specification

Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a proven ability to explain complex technical ideas and problems clearly to non-experts

Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and strong problem solving skills

Cultural awareness and experience of delivering solutions internationally

Experience maintaining source control in Git

Strong experience with various Software Development Life cycles (SDLC) methodologies: Agile or Standard waterfall initiatives

Proven experience working with various Project Management practices and disciplines

Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to augment a close working relationship with cross functional teams

A history of designing and implementing reporting solutions that are both functional and engaging

Meticulous attention to detail

Commitment to Save the Children's aims, values and principles including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy.

Desirable

Experience building data analytics solutions using Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Bricks, HD Insight.

Proficiency in Python/Scala/Spark SQL

CRM/ERP knowledge

Non-profit sector knowledge/experience

Experience of working within an agile project delivery environment and with offshore project team members

Stream Analytics

Event Hubs

Cosmos DB

Machine Learning

THE ORGANIZATION

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday

All children learn from a quality basic education and that,

Violence against children is no longer tolerated

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role. To see a full a job description, please visit our website at

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy.

Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best-qualified talent.

Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer:

Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process, nor request for medical examination or records and does not act through recruitment agents whatsoever.

How to Apply

Please follow this link to apply: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YS50YW1iYS4zMDY0My4xMjE4NUBzYXZldGhlY2hpbGRyZW5hby5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS DEVELOPMENT OF EPTF’S 2023-2027 STRATEGIC PLAN

 http://eptf.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/RFP-Facilitating-Navigators-EPTFs-Strategic-Planning-Process-Readvertised-25-Aug-22.pdf

1.2. The Task

The objective of this consultancy is to facilitate the development of a 5-year Strategic Plan for the Navigators (EPTF) Kenya Trust. The consultancy should utilize a participatory approach where all the relevant stakeholders for EPTF are consulted and their views taken into consideration.

As part of the process, the consultant will conduct a review of the current strategic plan for 2020 – 2022 with a focus on the following:

The impact and sustainability of the outcomes to the beneficiaries/participants;

The vision and calling of the founding organization – The Navigators Kenya;

The reason why EPTF was founded 30 years ago;

The current realities of the social problems in communities in Kenya;

The sustainability of EPTF as an institution and its responsibilities to its stakeholders;

The focus EPTF should embark on in the next 5 years.

1.2 The Process, Coordination & Outcomes

The Consultant (s) will work under the overall leadership of the EPTF Board and in close consultation and coordination with the National Coordinator to plan for and facilitate the strategic planning meetings and the development of the 5-year Strategic Plan. The National Coordinator will facilitate access to relevant information and will arrange for review and key informant meetings with EPTF staff, Board, participant representatives, and any other important contacts as may be determined from the review and context analysis.

The Strategic Plan should give EPTF a clear framework within which to work, incorporating strong sustainability and institutional resilience focus, precisely outlining the pathways of the organization in relation to the new strategic objectives. It is expected that the plan will integrate the forward and onward thinking between ongoing programmatic work, the wider vision of the Navigators Kenya, and the need to be sustainable.

1.3 Specific Terms of Reference & Key Deliverables

The review and planning processes should be structured in a way that supports active learning, team building, and ownership of the new strategy. Therefore, all the activities at all stages of the review and development process must be a participatory, multi-stakeholder process and must involve the Consultant(s) consulting with EPTF’s key stakeholders. In consultation with the Board and National Coordinator, the consultant will be responsible for carrying out the following activities:

Submit within 5 working days from the start of the assignment an inception report that incorporates the final work plan, final description of approaches and methodologies, field data collection plan and tools, and detailed description of each of the deliverables as per item 3.0

Conduct desk review of relevant documents on EPTF including the website and the current 3-year strategic plan.

Conduct field data collection based on agreed contacts and stakeholders list developed in close consultations with EPTF Board and National Coordinator.

Facilitate and generate outputs from relevant consultation workshops/meetings with staff, board, beneficiaries, and stakeholders of EPTF as required, capturing relevant information including the following:

Analysis of EPTF’s institutional strengths and weaknesses.

Environmental scan and analysis of significant opportunities and threats facing EPTF

Identification of key success factors for EPTF to deliver on its mandate.

Identification of thematic areas that will guide priority setting for EPTF.

Formulation of strategic options and selecting appropriate strategies to meet them.

Identification of the principal partners and focus participants/communities for successful implementation of the EPTF strategy.

Establishment of accurate controls for monitoring and evaluating the performance of the strategic plan as well as impact assessment.

Hold periodic monitoring and progress review meetings with the National Coordinator every week or as necessary during this consultancy

Lead stakeholder consultations, to discuss and crystalize thoughts around the impact of EPTF’s past projects, and key thematic areas to focus on for the impact and sustainability of EPTF including setting targets (balanced scorecard) and the ideal organogram to support the SP.

Develop a Performance Management Tool

Draft an ideal organogram to support the SP

Upon completion of the assignment, handover of all materials, tools, data, and information on persons involved to EPTF.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their proposals (technical and financial), CVs of the key team members, references, and daytime contacts by email to: sp.naveptf@eptf.org

by 05th September 2022 indicating on the subject of the email “STRATEGIC PLAN DEVELOPMENT” and quoting the reference EPTF/2023-2027/SP

Proposals will be reviewed as they are received. If you have already submitted your proposal, there is no need to reapply.

Project Officer (Displacement Tracking Matrix)

 Position Title: Project Officer (Displacement Tracking Matrix)

Duty Station: IOM Somalia in Nairobi*, Kenya

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, 6 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 12 September 2022

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context:

There are 7.2 million people in need of humanitarian assistance in Somalia. The country also has one of the highest numbers of Internally Displaced Peoples (IDPs) in the world with more than 2.9 million who have been displaced by conflict, insecurity, forced evictions, droughts, and floods.

In Somalia, climate change acts as a threat multiplier by exacerbating competition between clans over grazing land and water resources, inducing displacement and the recruitment of youth by armed actors, marginalizing minority groups, and empowering the extremist organization, al-Shabaab, which exploits inter-clan grievances to capitalize on climate-induced crises. Somalia is currently experiencing an extreme drought due to the impact of four consecutive failed rainy seasons, a climatic event not seen in at least 40 years. As a result, nearly 1 million individuals have been newly displaced due to the drought.

The IOM Somalia mission is implementing frontline activities as well as taking the lead in the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme, which encompasses mobility tracking, flow monitoring, and surveys components that aim at supporting evidence-based programming. As co-chair of the Information Management and Assessments Working Group (IMAWG), and key member of Internally Displaced Peoples Working Group (IDPWG), the DTM programme is enabling humanitarian actors plan and respond to needs in Somalia and across the region.

The recurrent crises experienced in Somalia emphasize the need for preventative and longer-term approaches. As part of a greater focus on resilience and achieving durable solutions, emergency preparedness and response activities, durable solutions and development programming must operate in complementarity to address humanitarian crises in Somalia to ensure sustainable and lasting solutions.

DTM Somalia is in a strong position to contribute research and contextual analysis on climate fragility, Durable Solutions, and the Humanitarian Development Peace Nexus (HDPN) nexus in Somalia.

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator (Emergency and Post Crisis), and the direct supervision of the Programme Manager (DTM), and in coordination with the Regional Data Hub in Nairobi the Project Officer (DTM) will be responsible for providing support and contributing to the development and implementation of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) initiatives and data collection in the country, with a specific focus on Climate Fragility, Durable Solutions and Humanitarian Development Peace Nexus (HDPN) thematic.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Assist in planning, developing, and implementing DTM research methodologies (qualitative and quantitative) with a specific focus on climate fragility, Durable Solutions, Transhumance Tracking and the HDPN nexus.

Conduct literature/desk reviews and stay abreast of migration related data products covering the region, to validate and contextualize DTM’s findings.

Provide technical support for the implementation of DTM activities in line with Headquarters(HQ) DTM methodological framework, IOM’s technical Information Management requirements, and operational needs.

Support the unit on survey design, assessment preparation, and data collection planning and monitoring.

Ensure the integration of gender perspective and attention to specific needs of vulnerable populations such as pregnant women, persons with disabilities, the elderly, children as well as other highly vulnerable groups within data collection activities.

Develop, track, and follow up on the timely preparation and generation of information products, and support information sharing and dissemination through all relevant channels in line with IOM’s data protection principles and as agreed by the program manager.

Organize appropriate training for the data collection team on issues related to data quality, including definitions, numbers, trends.

Represent DTM at relevant internal and external meetings, including cluster/sector, working groups and task force meetings as required.

Contribute to the development of project proposals, project updates and final reports to donors.

Engage external and internal data users (bilaterally or through workshops) to help improve the way DTM products are utilized.

Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

Master’s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Media or Social Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

Experience in research and analysis in emergency and transitional contexts;

Experience in conceptualizing research projects, quantitative and qualitative tool design, and report writing in the field of population studies, refugees/IDPs in developing countries, on the Framework for Durable Solutions for IDPs and returnees applied to different displacement contexts;

Experience in project management and implementation;

Experience working in international organizations and the humanitarian community;

Experience in relevant issues such as migration, displacement, humanitarian assistance,climate fragility, durable solutions;

Experience in advanced data visualization, presentation, and information design skills;

Field experience in survey coordination, i.e. training and managing large data collection teams.

Skills

Excellent understanding of different data collection methodologies;

Knowledge of the region is an advantage;

Proven ability to supervise, train and direct staff and operations in humanitarian and transitional contexts;

Good computer background, including experience with relational databases, Microsoft applications, spreadsheets, and word processing;

Proven skills working with mobile data collection software (KoBO, ODK, ONA);

Knowledge of data protection guidelines and principles;

Numerical skills and experience in data analysis and data visualization;

Advanced knowledge of Adobe InDesign.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Somali is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.

Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications HERE, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 12 September 2022 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

No Fees:

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

Requisition: SVN 2022 237 Project Officer (DTM) (P2) IOM Somalia in Nairobi, Kenya (57731918) Released

Posting: Posting NC57731919 (57731919) Released

GENDER AND POLITICAL RESEARCH CONSULTANT

 1. Introduction

The Oslo Center was founded in 2006. It is a democratic support organization focusing on supporting democratization processes. The Oslo Center's approach to democracy assistance is by providing technical assistance to promote and enhance democratic practices by strengthening governance, political and government institutions, and civic spaces.

The Oslo Center has since 2011 been working in Kenya to support democracy through the provision of technical expertise to institutions of democracy and governance mainly political parties, women and youth in political parties, and the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP).

2. RATIONALE: Background Information

Women comprise more than 50% of Kenya’s population, yet this huge demography is not well reflected in political leadership. Currently, women account for 22% in the National Assembly, 33.3% in the Senate, and 34% in the County Assemblies. A deeper analysis of the statistics denotes those women leaders are mostly elected through party lists to close the gender gap and not directly voted in by the citizens on the ballot. Only 6.6% of the women were elected directly through the ballot as Members of County Assemblies (MCAs), 7.9% as Members of the National Assembly, and 6.4% as Senators.

There have been several identified barriers to women's political participation. In the 2022 elections, women reported financial and sociocultural challenges. Several women candidates got directly elected at the gubernatorial and national parliament level; 7 Governors, 3 senators, 30 Single Constituency MPs, and 47 women county MPs. This though is an increase compared to the 2017 elections, underrepresentation of women is still a challenge. At the county assemblies, the electability of women has been affected by the identified barriers resulting in low numbers of women MCAs who are directly elected through the ballot. Despite increased concerted efforts by civil societies to continuously enhance women's knowledge, skills, strategies, and attitudes towards competitive politics, there has been a low attempt to tackle barriers that have been a major hindrance to women's electability.

3. Objectives of the study

The main objective of the study is to analyze the systemic barriers to women's electability at the National and County levels and make recommendations for the engagement of women in political processes and further analyze women in select counties.

The Study will seek to determine the following:

a. Assess the barriers to women’s leadership and influence in local political processes in Kenya according to i) female candidates, ii) local influencers, and iii) citizens.

b. Analyse and identify the systematic, type, and categories of barriers to local female leadership in politics

c. Analyse the numerical electability trajectory of women at the county level d. Provide key recommendations for both short-term and long-term strategies toward advancing women's participation and representation in the political processes at the county level.

4. Scope of work

The consultancy will document, profile, and generate gender-disaggregated data on women’s leadership and participation in political processes. The consultant will infuse an intersectional feminist lens to capture the experiences and voices of women in their diversity. The research will have a national approach but with an additional specific focus will be on Kajiado, Nakuru, and Kirinyaga counties where TOC implemented the Women Political Leadership Program.

5. Study Methodology

The study will adopt a mixed research approach to collect and analyze data from both primary and secondary sources. The methodology will be participatory, engaging different stakeholders in meaningful and appropriate ways to ensure inclusion, reflecting on and respecting stakeholder diversity (especially gender, age, and special interests groups) as a minimum.

6. Expected Deliverables

The Research Consultant is expected to produce the following.

a. Research and methodology proposal

b. Research tools include questionnaires and interview guides.

c. Data set including the database of the participants to be included in the study

d. Draft report with research findings and recommendations.

e. Report focusing on Analysis of women's performance in party primaries and post-party primaries

f. Report on systemic barriers to women's electability.

7. Timelines

The research is expected to begin in September and take about 15 days from the date of signing the contract.

8. Qualifications and attributes required

The consultant should have demonstrated expertise in conducting feminist research in the field of democratic and good governance, women’s participation in governance processes, facilitating multistakeholder processes, communication for development, and a human rights-based approach.

Individuals interested in this assignment must meet the following minimum requirements:

▪ Master’s Degree in Political science, Law, public administration, or equivalent experience

▪ Extensive experience in conducting feminist action research.

▪ At least 10 years of experience in conducting research in the field of democracy and governance, promotion of women’s rights, democracy, and political governance policy, and human rights training.

▪ Experience in qualitative data collection and analysis, ability to organize and moderate focus group discussions.

▪ Ability to establish priorities, and to plan, coordinate and monitor own work.

▪ Good interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a consultative and collaborative manner.

▪ Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relationships in a political environment

▪ Proven ability to adapt the research plan to challenges and opportunities emerging during the research

How to Apply

9. Application process

Qualified candidates are requested to a technical proposal including the methodology for the research assignment and financial proposal. Application letters and resumes for key personnel that will be involved in the study.

The application should be sent to ock@oslocenter.no on or before 9th September 2022. Kindly indicate GENDER AND POLITICAL RESEARCH in the subject line of the email.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Portfolio Management Officer

 Brief Description

GIZ has been in operation in Kenya since 1975 as commissioned by the German government. The current thematic areas for the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) are in the areas of Agriculture, Sustainable Economic Development, and Energy and Climate. There are also projects in the sectors of Good Governance, and Refugees/Migration.

The goal of GIZ is to support the capacity development of people, organisations, and institutional structures in the partner countries so as to enable them to improve their living conditions through their own efforts.

The GIZ project portfolio in Kenya has significantly increased over the last few years, being one of the biggest portfolios in Africa. The structure of the portfolio is complex, with many regional and global projects implemented in Kenya and an increasing number of co-funding from third parties. Main commissioning party is BMZ, however, there are also projects implemented on behalf of other German ministries (AA, BMUV, BMW, BMVg). Also, GIZ internal processes and requirements have increased and the same applies to the procedural requirements of the Government of Kenya.

1. Responsibilities

The Portfolio Management Officer supports the Country Director and the Senior Portfolio Manager Kenya in steering and managing the country portfolio for Kenya.

2. Tasks

The Portfolio Management Officer will carry out the following tasks:

Deputize the Senior Portfolio Manager Kenya in his absence

Supporting the integration of regional and global projects into the portfolio

Support for projects in Kenya in preparation, reporting and processing of enquiries

Support in the organization of visits, appraisal mission and other events relevant to the portfolio

Coordinating responsibility for various internal processes (e.g. CSH)

Responsibility for compiling and updating various lists and overviews relating to the Kenya portfolio

Annual country planning: Participation in the preparation and conducting of reviews

Taking over processing of ad hoc inquiries from the head office, BMZ or Embassy

Preparation of the minutes of the KCMT meetings

Other duties/additional tasks

The Portfolio Management Officer;

- Performs other duties and tasks as assigned

3. Profile

The Portfolio Management Officer should have the following qualifications, competences and experiences;

Qualifications

Master’s degree (Administration, Political Science, Development Studies or similar preferred)

Professional experience

Deepened knowledge of GIZ procedures and processes, at least 5 years working experience with GIZ in projects and/or portfolio management.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Very good English and German language skills (C1)

Experience working with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams

Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Other knowledge, additional competence

Political sensitivity

Able to process tasks independently and to provide high quality results

Must be proficient in MS Office Suite

Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management

4. Duration of Assignment

The duration of the assignment will be until 31st December 2023.

5. Duty location

The duty location is Nairobi.

How to Apply

Submission of Application

Vacancy Reference Number: GIZ/CO/04/07/2022

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications should be done online via the FUZU website and the link is: https://www.fuzu.com/kenya/jobs/portfolio-management-officer-band-4-giz

Logistics Team Lead

 Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) is a Christian not-for-profit organization based in Nairobi, Kenya. It is a Registered Trust of Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) and Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK). The Organization’s core mandate is being a reliable supply chain for quality and affordable Health Products and Technologies, Quality Assurance and Health Advisory Services. MEDS was established in 1986 and serves clients spread all over Kenya and other regions both in Africa and beyond.

MEDS has entered into a Contract with USAID Kenya and East Africa named USAID Supply Chain Strengthening. The purpose of the contract is to obtain efficient, reliable and accountable supply chain management services for the procurement, warehousing, and distribution of health commodities for HIV, Malaria, Tuberculosis, Maternal/Neonatal/Child Health (MNCH) and Global Health Security (GHS) activities for patients across all 47 Counties in Kenya for adequate care, treatment and prevention for communicable diseases and other health needs. MEDS seeks to recruit Logistics Team Lead for this Project.

Key Responsibilities:

Synchronize supply of goods with programming needs

Ensure quality and efficiency of processes in compliance with MEDS and donor regulations, and international and local inventory accountability standards and requirements

Manage the determination of logistics service requirements, desired specifications and delivery schedules, ensuring proper coordination and communication

Anticipate and identify potential or actual problems in the supply chain that may affect the short-term or long-term availability of individual goods and act to address those problems

Identify and assess transportation resources, storage facilities, leasing options, and any other logistics services

Maintain and oversee relationships with port operations, freight forwarders, customs clearing agents and key suppliers

Participate in coordination meetings to ensure planning and coordination of supply chain management activities

Plan and manage distribution chain from the port of arrival to beneficiary SDPs or disposal

Oversee and ensure proper execution of the dispatch plan

Work with programming staff to verify the dispatch plan’s adherence to the Distribution Plan

Work with Warehouse Team Lead to ensure efficient movement of goods.

Prepare reports on complete movements of goods

Candidate Profile:

Minimum 5 years experience in logistics management. Prior experience in the distribution of USAID health program orders will be an added advantage

Business-related Degree and Diploma in Supply Chain Management

How to Apply

Kindly email your written application and CV to hr@meds.or.ke by 9th September 2022

Nutritionist

 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Title: Nutritionist (3 posts)

Job Location: Mandera County, Kenya

Contract Details: Six (6) months

Job Summary:

Rural Agency for Community Development and Assistance (RACIDA) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance self-reliance and prosperity amongst vulnerable (Agro)-pastoralist communities living in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands through the promotion of better livelihood systems, sustainable use of natural resources, and community empowerment. RACIDA began operations in Kenya in 2001 in the arid lands of Northern Kenya (Mandera and Wajir) and has since expanded its multi-sector operations throughout the region in Ethiopia (Liben zone) and Somalia (Gedo region). RACIDA seeks to consistently implement highly integrated, contextually appropriate, community-based programming. Our programs are part of a comprehensive strategy that sets local communities across the Mandera Triangle at the center of their development trajectory.

RACIDA is collaborating with the County government of Mandera to implement the USAID/BHA-funded project "Integrated emergency response to the triple crisis of drought, COVID-19, and desert locusts in Mandera County, Kenya (IETC)". The project encompasses the nutrition, WASH, agriculture, and food assistance sectors. Within the Nutrition Sector, RACIDA is working closely with the Ministry of Health (MoH) to implement the emergency nutrition project in six sub-counties (Lafey, Mandera North, Mandera East, Banisa, Mandera South, and Mandera West). Due to the ongoing drought and severe food insecurity at the household level, the number of children under the age of five and pregnant and lactating women in need of nutritional support has increased, placing a strain on the available health personnel. RACIDA, in collaboration with the County Ministry of Health, is recruiting an additional emergency surge staff for a period of six months to support the provision of quality nutrition and health services to beneficiaries.

The nutritionists will be posted by the County MoH to high-volume health facilities with HR gaps within the six sub-counties where RACIDA is implementing the emergency nutrition project. Under the direct technical supervision of the County MOH, the emergency surge staff will provide nutrition services in the target health facilities and outreach sites as per the standard MoH guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities

Providing nutrition services including nutritional assessments and provision of micronutrients in health care facilities and outreach sites.

Collating and analyzing nutrition data.

Counselling clients/patients with specific nutritional needs.

Implementing and monitoring outpatient supplementary and therapeutic feeding programs.

Promoting Maternal Infants and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) programs.

Conducting nutritional and health education and demonstrations.

Supervising and implementing baby-friendly community initiatives

Assessing and reviewing nutrition referral cases.

Ensuring proper use and keeping records of nutrition supplies.

Preparing daily, weekly, and monthly nutrition reports in health care facilities/outreach sites.

Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

At least a Diploma in Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, or Nutrition and Dietetics or higher from a recognized institution;

Registration by the Kenya Nutritionists and Dieticians Institute (KNDI); and

At least one year of experience.

How to Apply

Application Details

Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a CV and Cover Letter only to jobs@racida.org with the subject of the email as the position applied for e.g. ‘Nutritionist'. Academic and professional certificates and other testimonials will be submitted at the interview stage. The closing date for applications is September 14, 2022 however CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis**.** Eligible applicants are encouraged to send in their applications soonest.

Each application must include at least three referees who can validate technical expertise. Telephone contacts and email must be submitted with the application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.