STUDY ON GREEN BUSINESS, GREEN JOBS & GREEN SKILLS FOR LEATHER IN KENYA AND COTTON & TEXTILE IN ETHIOPIA

 1.0 INTRODUCTION

Solidaridad Network is an international solution-oriented civil society organization working through eight regional expertise centres to transform markets to make them more sustainable and inclusive. Our eight regional expertise centres include Asia, Eastern and Central Africa, Europe, Latin America, North America, Southern Africa, South America, West Africa and our global Secretariat in the Netherlands. Solidaridad Eastern and Central Africa, one of the regional centres, headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya with country offices and programmes in Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Tanzania and Uganda. We bring together supply chain players and engage them with innovative solutions to improve production, ensuring the transition to a sustainable and inclusive economy that maximizes the benefit for all. We facilitate strengthening of local capacity in developing countries, support the creation of enabling environments for economies to thrive, and improve market access.

2.0 BACKGROUND

The Glasgow Climate Change Conference (COP26) in October and November 2021 reached consensus on key actions to address climate change including adaptation, mitigation and finance.

Adaptation received particular attention with parties establishing a global goal on adaptation to identify the needs and solutions to the climate crisis already affecting many countries. On mitigation, parties agreed to strengthen their emissions reductions and also align their national climate action pledges with the Paris Agreement. On finance, there was a consensus to continue increasing support to developing countries and fulfill the pledge of providing US$100 billion dollars annually from developed to developing countries. A new global goal on finance was also launched.

Nations also reached new agreements for market mechanisms, essentially supporting the transfer of emission reductions between countries while also incentivizing the private sector to invest in climate-friendly solutions in a range of sectors and technologies for example, energy efficiency, transport and reforestation. These mitigation activities allow for the development of carbon credits that can be transferred internationally and used in other countries towards meeting the aims of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) or other compliance uses. Demand for Carbon credits is also increasing in the private sector to off-set the emissions in companies that otherwise cannot bring their GHG emissions balance to zero or partial reductions.

These instruments, by delivering an investment signal to the private sector, enable countries to achieve scale in mitigation action that in turn may help to contribute to adaptation action. In addition, greenhouse gas emissions will be increasingly scrutinized, regulated, and priced using robust verification system and tools.

2.1 Objective

The objective of this study is to;

(i) Identify green business opportunities and inclusive business models

(ii) Associated green jobs and

(iii) Associated green skills related to current and intended climate adaptation and mitigation actions of selected countries and commodity supply chains where Solidaridad has implemented interventions in the last 5 years.

2.2 Responsibilities of Consultants/Scope of Work

The following tasks will be carried out;

Green Business Opportunities

i. Review the mitigation and adaptation policy actions in the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) of the targeted country and its applicability to the selected commodity supply chain

ii. Identify and review existing and upcoming national, regional and global NDC related policies, regulations, programmes and instruments to implement the NDCs as it relates to the selected commodity supply chain

iii. Assess the business implications of (i) and (ii) for the various market actors in the commodity supply chain. This will include changes required in business practices and associated technologies, and disruptions to existing business models

iv. Identify the green business opportunities arising from (i), (ii) and (iii) and service provision in particular

v. Map existing market actors in country in the identified green business, their product offerings, original manufacturer, source country, product prices, target customers, product promotion methods, and sales distribution channels

vi. Estimate the current market size and potential for growth in the next 5 years of the green business opportunities identified

vii. Assess the business models and investment requirements for new market entrants in the green business identified.

viii. Develop brief business concepts for the most promising green business opportunities in particular a pathway for market entry and dimensions for inclusivity.

Example of inclusive green business

o Smallholder farmers, artisanal processors and other micro and small market actors have access to green technologies as clients of green businesses and are users of green technologies and products (e.g. solar irrigation systems, electric vehicles (e.g. tractors, tricycles), and Various tools for farm use).

o Smallholder market actors are suppliers or service providers to green businesses and diversify their income as a result (e.g. smallholder farmers sell carbon credits of their farms by adoption of Regen farming practices and agro-forestry, artisanal processors sell carbon credits from using improved cooked stoves).

Green Jobs and Green Skills

ix. Assess the potential new occupations and jobs arising from green business opportunities, associated skills required, and inclusivity potential

x. Assess the modification to existing occupations and jobs arising from green business opportunities, associated reskilling required, and inclusivity potential

Example of inclusive green jobs and green skills

o Women, youth and other marginalized groups are beneficiaries of new jobs and new skills, and reskilling of existing workers

o Decent living wage is estimated for these green jobs and skills.

xi. Provide indicative approaches for building the requisite green skills for employment and entrepreneurship. This will include existing programmes.

2.3 Methodology

The study approach will primarily be qualitative including literature reviews, interviews of market actors, site visits, and photo taking. This will be completed with indicative assumptions and computations relating to market size and business investment requirements.

2.4 Deliverables

A Report (MS Word) in English with the following minimum contents:

i. Executive summary

ii. Overview of the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and its implications for the commodity supply chain

iii. Green business opportunities arising from the climate change agenda

iv. Business models for market entry into green business

v. Green jobs and green skills

vi. Annexes

a. Fact sheets

b. Methodology of the study and limitations

c. Documents reviewed

d. Informants

e. Data analysis (MS Excel Workbook)

The Report should be reader friendly combining text, graphs, figures, maps and images. It will be accompanied by a Presentation (PowerPoint or Google Slide).

2.5 Expert/Consultant’s Profile:

The firm/consultant is expected to fulfill the following qualifications.

a. Hold at least a Master’s degree in climate, environment and natural resource management, energy policy, international development, business, economics, or a related field;

b. Have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a combination of related fields such as national and international climate policies and measures including: climate and green growth; project management; climate or green finance; and development or related fields;

c. Demonstrated experience in consultancy in the development space, preference on green business, green jobs and green skills. Experience working in green economy in East Africa but within the agricultural sector is an added advantage;

d. Understanding of climate change and green growth issues, opportunities, challenges and practices relating to East Africa;

e. Experience in the area of mainstreaming climate change adaptation and mitigation measures into development interventions in East Africa, or field operations involving climate change and green growth matters in the region;

f. Proven track record on policy dialogue and cross-institutional collaboration at the highest level, including with representatives of government and non-government partners in East Africa;

g. Experience in researching and drafting the technical content of proposals to climate funds or similar multilateral funds;

h. Experience working with a cross-section of stakeholders, including senior government officials, donor governments and organizations, as well as regional organizations;

i. Results-oriented, team player, articulate analyst with attention to details, persuasive communicator and good writer

j. Excellent technical and analytical skills and established track record in operational and policy work on climate change, green growth and climate finance matters;

k. Demonstrated experience and track record in conducting similar assignments in organizations with similar mandate and size as Solidaridad Network.

2.6 Consultancy Period:

1. Interested parties should submit a Technical and Financial proposal

Budget proposals should include logistics costs (transport, communications, meals and accommodation). Deadline 7th September 2022

2. Decision on selected consultant - only selected candidate will be contacted. Deadline 21tst September 2022

3. Inception meeting and report Deadline on 30th September 2022

4. Draft report submitted deadline on 4th November 2022

5. Validation meeting and final report (virtual or in-person depending on prevailing situation). Deadline on 11th November 2022

How to Apply

Application process:

The consultancy firms/companies are required to submit an EOI containing a statement on candidate’s experience with similar assignments, curriculum vitae, financial proposal and work plan by 2nd September 2022. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, those unable to meet the requirement will not be considered.

Each EOI submission should be not more than 15 pages and include the following:

A brief proposal for the study with methodology and work plan.

A sample/samples of previous related work.

A financial proposal with a budget with breakdowns of different costs involved, to the finer detail (The budget to be all inclusive of reimbursable costs and applicable statutory obligations). Budget with aggregated figures will not be accepted.

Updated CVs for the team leader and team members (each CV not more than 2 pages).

Contact details of 3 references with complete contact information (i.e. name, organization, title position, address, email, telephone).

Submissions are by email to procurement.eca@solidaridadnetwork.orgwhileaddressed to:

Attn: Managing Director

Solidaridad Eastern and Central Africa Expertise Centre

Kilimani Business Centre, Kirichwa Road,

P.O. Box 42234 - 00100 GPO

Nairobi

Note: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification and only successful candidate will be contacted.

Job information

Countries

EthiopiaKenya

Source

Solidaridad East & Central Africa

Type

Consultancy

Career category

Program/Project Management

Themes

AgricultureClimate Change and EnvironmentWater Sanitation Hygiene

Years of experience

3-4 years

Posting date

August 31, 2022

Portfolio Management Officer

 Responsibilities

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

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

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

Responsibility for compiling and updating various lists and overviews

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 at the request of management

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.

Additional competences

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

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Cook

 TITLE: Cook

TYPE: Job

DEPARTMENT: Protection

DIVISION: Safe House

HIRING MANAGER: Human Resource Coordinator

SUPERVISOR: Centre Manager

LOCATION: Nairobi

START DATE: 3rd October 2022

END DATE: 31st December 2022

GRADE: 1

POSITION SUMMARY:

HIAS seeks a Cook who will be responsible for preparing ingredients, producing meals and following health and safety guidelines at HIAS’ Safe House.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ensures ingredients and final products are fresh

Oversees and participates in the preparation, cooking and serving of well-balanced main meals to shelter residents.

Determines quantities to be cooked and size of portions to be served, considering the total population at the safe house

Handles and stores ingredients and food

Maintains safety and sanitation standards throughout all food preparation and storage areas

Maintains a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment, and dishes

Ensures that high standards of hygiene and health are maintained in the kitchen

Checks quantity and quality of ingredients received and notifies Head Cook of any deficiencies

Performs any other duties as may be required

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

A certificate in hotel and catering management or food and beverage

Must have a valid medical certificate

Should have a minimum of 1 year of experience in the catering industry

Ability to accurately read, measure, convert and follow recipes and assemble ingredients according to cooking standards and recipes.

Fully conversant with various cooking methods like boiling, baking, roasting and steaming.

Comprehensive understanding of food hygiene regulations including safe temperatures at which ingredients must be kept and to which food must be prepared to avoid foodborne illness

Ability to work independently and as a contributing member of a team to ensure deadlines, goals and objectives are met.

Interpersonal skills to interact with a variety of other people from different backgrounds such as the Safe House residents and other staff

Calm demeanor to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment

Experience of high-volume catering in a busy workplace.

Knowledge in basic computer skill is an added advantage

Knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations is an added advantage

Knowledge of PSEA is an added advantage

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of responsibilities as needed.

SAMPLE HIRING PROCESS:

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!

Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.

Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.

Step 5: Reference check.

Step 6: Offer and background check.

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

ABOUT US:

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish people—a history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.

VISION:

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.

MISSION:

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

VALUES:

Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • הכנסתאורחים (Hachnasat Orchim)

We Welcome the Stranger

Justice • Justicia • Justice • צדק (Tzedek)

We Pursue Justice

Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • חסד (Chesed)

We Approach our Clients with Empathy

Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération • חברותא (Chevruta)

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership

Courage • Coraje • Courage • אומץ (Ometz)

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World

Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • רוח (Ruach)

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience

DIVERSITY:

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.

SAFEGUARDING:

HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS’ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume through the link:https://hias.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=2191369&&cust_sort1=-1/&&nohd#job

quoting the position title: Cook on the subject. Indicate your salary expectation as well.

Deadline for Applications: 7th September 2022 by 5.00pm

Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

HRTK is an equal opportunity employer, does not charge candidates for recruitment and dissociates itself from any entity defrauding candidates.**

Finance Intern – Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya

 1. Introduction

VSF Germany is an international Non-Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in the Republic of South Sudan, Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Uganda and Ethiopia. With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety, drought responses and mitigation, but also developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating diversified income sources towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

2. Duties & Responsibilities

2.1 Data Entry and verification

Preparing payment vouchers and receipts

Maintenance of simple imprest petty cashbook for the office

Keying in data in MSD as shall be guided by line supervisor

Review of accounting support documents to ascertain completeness, control accuracy of all computations and total compliance to set internal control systems of VSF G.

Scanning and archiving of all accounting documents in prescribed manner

Maintaining and updating catalogue for filled and archived accounting documents and information.

2.2 Financial Administration duties

Filing of all accounting support documents in well labelled box files

Controlling and maintaining register of documents received in finance from other departments.

Maintain a register of all written and issued cheques

2.3 Logistics Support roles related to Finance

Maintain a register of all received invoices and track their payment

Support in documentation of procurement procedure and generation of payment requests

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

A University degree/diploma in Business Administration, Commerce, Accounting or finance from a recognized university/CPA Finalist

Proficiency in computer applications such MS Dynamics

Good understanding of donor rules and regulations requirements.

Proficient in spoken and written English

Desirable:

Demonstrated ability to work a team setting.

Initiative and independent judgement is required by the incumbent in determining what needs to be done and the best working methods.

The incumbent should be versatile and flexible so as to quickly adapt to changing situations

Flexible and willing to perform tasks outside of core duties

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV via https://forms.gle/VMbBcUUcrThXH5ys6. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Closing date for receiving applications is 9th September, 2022, on or before mid-night (East African time). This is a national or local position.

Disclaimer: VSF Germany does not charge for its recruitment nor ask the applicants to pay any form of fee.

Senior Teleradiology and PACS Systems Administrator

 Under overall supervision of the Deputy Regional Health Assessment Programme Coordinator, the direct supervision of the National Radiology Coordinator, with close coordination with Global Teleradiology and QC Center in MAC and ICT Unit, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall Teleradiology Software and PACS Systems administrations and provide technical and users support and troubleshooting to the Regional Teleradiology Center and IOM field operations in Africa region:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

In particular he/she will:

Perform and coordinate and monitor the installation, configuration and connection of the PACS system and software related to digital radiology and Teleradiology for IOM field operations worldwide, in coordination with IT focal persons in the field.

Perform and monitor day-to-day housekeeping/maintenance of the Teleradiology PACS software, databases and other various Teleradiology software services in Manila IOM Global Teleradiology Center and local missions worldwide.

Provide real-time technical support and troubleshooting of bio-data and system errors for PACS systems and Teleradiology applications databases and servers running in The Center and different missions worldwide.

Prepare and maintain technical documents, like users’ instructions, manuals and technical support guides to be used by the Center and users worldwide.

Perform the necessary system set-up and configuration as part of the technical preparation during /implementation of IOM Teleradiology service to new IOM field missions and non-IOM Panel sites in different parts of the world, in coordination with the focal IT colleagues in field missions as applicable.

Plan and conduct online/onsite and user technical training workshops for medical IT colleagues and Teleradiology users in Migration Health Department (MHD) field operations and other end-users worldwide.

Act as a focal point for the Regional Teleradiology Center for any Teleradiology and PACS systems technical issues and provide support as needed.

Participate in the evaluation of Digital Radiology and Teleradiology systems related software and hardware solutions; customize open source software for enhancement, adding functionality and integrating with existing Teleradiology and PACS systems.

Develop, test and maintain Teleradiology reports in SQL Reporting Services and providing regular reports as needed.

Perform the Teleradiology service process as needed including routine clerical, data reports, and administrative works and monitoring the daily workflow and capacity tracking as needed.

Keep track and record of the readings in Teleradiology systems, the submission of the Chest X-Ray images and the reports to the eMedical websites, and the notification to the missions when needed.

Provide technical support during weekends, holidays or outside working hours as well as “stand-by” focal person on a rotation basis upon request or as needed.

Guide, coordinate, and monitor work of the Teleradiology service assistants as needed and promote and monitor observance of the daily smooth primary reading coordination, workflow and timeliness.

Perform other related duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Completed university degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or Computer Engineering or a related field from an accredited academic institution with a minimum of five years of relevant work experience

Completed high school degree from an accredited academic institution, with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Certificate in PACS administration or Health informatics is an advantage

Experience

Experience with PACS system administration, digital radiology and Teleradiology. Understanding of the industry an advantage.

Experience with SQL and J2EE, JBoss, Apache Web and Tomcat; configuration management of Enterprise applications.

Experience with PHP and .Net is an added advantage;

Knowledgeable with Javascript, CSS, DHTMLX, jQuery and Application frameworks;

Skills

Strong software development skills; strong skills in SQL development, database integration with web-based applications is advantageous;

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;

Demonstrated skills in systems analysis and design techniques, testing and documentation required

Languages

Required: Fluency in English and Kiswahili is required. Working knowledge of French or any other UN Official language is advantageous.

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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.

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 & vision - works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit CV and a cover letter indicating the Special Vacancy Notice Number (SVN No.), Position Title and the Duty Station with three professional referees and their contacts (both email and telephone) to: ronairobihrdrec@iom.int

Closing Date: 11 September 2022

Only Shortlisted Applicants will be contacted. Please click here to access the Special Vacancy Notice.

NOTE

NO FEE: The International Organization for Migration (IOM) does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, process, or training). IOM does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank details.

Posting period:

From 29.08.2022 to 11.09.2022

Senior Programme Manager | Nairobi, Kenya | 2022

 Chemonics International, UK Division seeks a Senior Programme Manager, for the anticipated Somalia Stability Fund Phase 3 (SSF3) programme funded by the Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). SSF3 is part of the Conflict Security and Stability Fund (CSSF) Framework, a multi-donor fund that will run for 6 years, starting in late 2023. It seeks to support more inclusive political agreements at multiple levels of government, addressing grievances that have historically undermined trust between elites and communities. Further, it will: support democratic process establishment at the sub-national level, build more representative and effective local governance structures, and invest in efforts to strengthen the citizen-state social contract to ensure that new institutions are more accountable. The fund’s programmatic activity will be led by in-depth, long term research.

The Senior Programme Manager is responsible for managing the programmatic aspects of SSF3, working with staff and partners to develop, implement, and monitor and evaluate activities. They maintain strategic awareness of the challenges and opportunities for SSF3 activities, and continuously refines processes to ensure effective program implementation.***Please be advised that this role is contingent on award***

Responsibilities:

As part of the management team, ensures effective implementation of contract in accordance with FCDO and Chemonics rules and regulations

Ensures that program implementation is in accordance with regulations and procedures and the specifications determined in the contract

Conducts routine internal compliance reviews of all procurement, HR, finance, and award files, working with the field accounting team as needed

Maintains Level Of Effort (LOE) trackers for all Short Term Technical Assistance (STTA) ensuring that LOE remains within approved budgets; reviews allocation of STTA LOE to appropriate billing codes; provides updates to FCDO on STTA LOE balances

Reviews all invoices of named Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning partner and any additional invoices from international awardees or subcontractors

Undertakes other duties as assigned by the Team Lead

Location of Position: Nairobi, Kenya with some potential occasional travel to Mogadishu

Qualifications :

Demonstrable relevant experience including experience with a donor, contractor or international NGO, FCDO experience required

Financial management experience, including budgeting, financial management (forecasting, tracking, reporting and accounting)on UK-funded projects, including the development and modification of proformas, is a requirement

Demonstrable supervisory experience, preferably working with culturally and socially diverse staff

Experience with invoicing

Experiencing compliance reviews of field office files

Experience working in developing countries is required, and working in complex, high-speed and challenging field operations is highly desired, but not required

Demonstrated working proficiency in written and oral English is required

Ability to legally work in Kenya without sponsorship required

How to Apply

Please send an email with your CV and cover letter attached and “Senior Programme Manager” in the subject line to ssf3recruit@chemonics.com by September 10. 2022. No telephone inquiries, please. Chemonics will contact finalists.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

Chemonics values the protection of your personal data. If you are in the European Union, please read our EU Recruiting Data Privacy Notice to learn how we process personal data. You may access the notice via the following link: https://chemonics.com/eu-recruiting-data-privacy-notice/.

Communications Fellow, Kenya

 Who is Natural Justice?

Natural Justice is an African non-profit organization specializing in environmental justice. Natural Justice uses the law to support communities to participate in decisions that affect their land, culture, and environment. We are a close-knit and nurturing collective that emphasizes facilitating opportunities for the professional and personal growth of its members.

Natural Justice has been working with communities, NGOs, and government agencies in Kenya since 2009. Together with our partners, we conduct comprehensive research on environmental and human rights law, use community legal empowerment approaches, including community paralegals, to support communities protect their access to lands, resources, and traditional knowledge, provide legal advice and training to project partners, comment on environmental impact assessments, and make submissions on law and policy. Our projects are carried out in Kenya under three programmatic streams: affirming community rights, defending community rights, and standing with communities. To learn more about the work of Natural Justice please refer to www.naturaljustice.org

What we are looking for

Natural Justice seeks a Communications Fellow who will work across the organization to support the Campaigns and Communications Officer in the implementation of an ambitious, high-quality, and impactful campaigns and communications agenda based on the Natural Justice strategic plan and priorities.

You will play a key role in supporting technical communication work – design and layout of print material as well as digital graphic design work. Working with a professional camera, shooting high quality footage and quality editing of the same. You will also support in managing social media and particularly interpreting the social media analytics and developing a template of action to boost audience engagement. You will also conceptualize and design our branding materials including brochures, banners etc.

You will directly work with the Campaigns and Communications Officer in Kenya and interact with the Snr. Communications Officer and Head of Campaigns and Communication as well as staff across all programs.

We are specifically looking for individuals who can, among other tasks, undertake the following:

Help implement communication strategies.

Support the multimedia storytelling plan.

Track projects and media mentions and analyze any trends you see.

Manage the contact database.

Maintain the communications calendar and suggest activities.

Support in social media management – particularly reports on audience analysis.

Develop concepts, graphics and layouts for social media, program reports and website content.

Video editing and photography.

The Fellowship will be for a period of up to 11 months, full time. A modest salary will be offered. The successful applicants will be required to begin by November 2022.

Selection Criteria

Qualifications and Personal Profile:

Must have completed a bachelor’s degree in Journalism/Public Relations/Communications

Able to use Canva or have knowledge of other desktop publishing software like InDesign.

Able to use a professional camera to shoot stills and video.

Able to tell powerful stories using pictures or short videos.

Excellent IT skills, especially with design, video, and photo-editing software.

Demonstrable ability to design and launch petitions.

Demonstrable ability to write good press releases

Good knowledge of social media marketing an advantage.

Good knowledge of email marketing – understanding of Mailchimp an advantage.

An understanding of social media as an advocacy tool.

Exceptional creativity and innovation.

Excellent time management and organization skills.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to balance priorities and co-ordinate work effectively to meet deadlines and deal with high workloads.

Fluency in English and Kiswahili

Kenyan citizen or authorized to work in Kenya

How to Apply

Applications to be submitted via email to admin.nbo@naturaljustice.org with ‘Communications Fellowship’ in the subject line.

Applications must include:

A motivation letter indicating why you are interested in this position and aspects of your background that demonstrate the required competence for this role.

A detailed CV with the names and contact of three references: and

Samples of your past work especially on videography and graphic design work (for example, short social media videos shot and edited by you; infographics and/or flyers designed by you etc.).

Evidence of multimedia storytelling.

Please ensure that your application speaks to the required qualifications, experience, personal profile and key roles and responsibilities. Please do not apply if you do not meet the required experience.

Applications Deadline

All applications are to be sent on or before Tuesday 6th September 2022.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

 Background:

Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Germany (VSF Germany) is a non-profit organization that has been working in the Greater Horn of Africa since 1998. VSF G’s headquarter is in Berlin with a regional office in Nairobi, Kenya. VSF G is legally registered and operates in Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Uganda and Sudan. VSF G works with people whose livelihoods is based or closely linked to livestock, namely: pastoral and agro-pastoral communities, and service providers in the livestock sector including fisheries, apiculture, local authorities and partners.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit a well rounded, qualified and well experienced Senior Accountant to be part of the Kenya/Somalia Program. The initial contract will be for 12 months with possibility of extension dependent on performance and/or funding. This position is designed to have very regular field travels across the Kenya and Somalia and sometimes to very remote areas. The post holder will undertake the following duties/responsibilities:

Key responsibility areas include, but are not limited to:

Grant Management support

Capacity building of country finance personnel

Accounting data management.

Proper and efficient cash management

Prepare donor reports

Person Requirements/qualifications

At least a degree in accounting or related discipline from a recognized institution.

Qualifications as a Certified Public Accountant is mandatory

At least 5 years’ hand-on experience in similar position.

Experience working with Non-Governmental Organization(s) will be an added advantage,

Computer literacy with good command in Microsoft office a must

Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Must have worked in at least two of the six countries (Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, Sudan, Somalia and Ethiopia

Knowledge of any accounting software is an added advantage. Dynamic 365 BC more desired.

Ability to work in a diverse team, impartiality and able to work under strict deadlines.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV plus 3 names of referees (one of them being their immediate supervisor) with their full contacts to: https://forms.gle/xFBWyACo5KEMRGEc7. Indicate the job Title ‘SENIOR ACCOUNTANT’ on the subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 9th September 2022.

Disclaimer:

VSF Germany does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents

Regional MHPS Coordinator

 Position title: Regional MHPS Coordinator

Working location: Kenya-Nairobi

Direct Supervisor: Regional care professional, Mental health and psychosocial support program Advisor

Region: Eastern and Southern Africa (ESAF)

Context of the position

Established in 1949, SOS Children's Villages International (CVI) is a dynamic, international social development organization working globally to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of children without parental care and those who are at the risk of losing it.

The Eastern and Southern Africa region of SOS CV International is headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and has member associations (MA’s) in Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia/Somaliland, Djibouti, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, South Africa, Lesotho, Swaziland, Botswana, Namibia, Mauritius, Angola and Madagascar.

The Global Program Expert Group (GPEG) on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) builds on the Global MHPSS Hub pilot project (2020-21) hosted by SOS CV Italia as a delegated function of the International Officer and it is aiming to expand its outreach within the SOS CVI federation as a way to contribute to the SOS Care Promise and the Child Safeguarding Strengthening Action Plan.

Research and experience demonstrate that children and youth who have lost, or who risk losing, parental care face greater psychosocial vulnerabilities compared to their peers and are more likely to develop mental health disorders that may persist into adulthood. These risks increase for children living in alternative care. Nevertheless, these can be counteracted through MHPSS interventions that foster protective factors, such as resilience. For this reason, the goal of the GPEG on MHPSS is to promote the resilience, as well as psychological wellbeing, of the children and youth SOS works with and for. To achieve this, the GPEG will promote a set of evidence based MHPSS interventions , constituting a MHPSS Minimum Service Package (MSP), targeting not only children and youth, but also caregivers and their communities. Concomitantly, the SOS staff needs will also be a priority.

We are searching for a dynamic, innovative, resilient and experienced candidate to join our organization as a Regional Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Coordinator.

Mission of the position:

The successful candidate will support the supervision, co-ordination and oversight of MHPSS key staff, social workers and community outreach facilitators who will engage in carrying out MHPSS MSP interventions including PM+, caregiver support, trauma informed care, PFA, focused MHPSS support for children, families, and co-workers and Fair start initiatives as well as Play therapy.

He/she will support key staff in documentation, analysis and reporting of MHPSS data collected through the implementation of the MSP initiatives.

The MHPSS Co-ordinator will be based under the Regional Office and provide support to the Regional SOS Care professional, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support programme advisor.

The MHPSS Co-ordinator is recruited and functionally under the responsibility of the Regional office and directly supervised by the RMHPSS and technically reports to the Head of the GH MHPSS and the Global MH Advisor.

Key performance areas and main responsibilities:

Support the RMHPSS advisor in the adaptation and contextualization of MHPSS MSP interventions developed for children, young people, Child and Youth Care Practitioners, families, co-workers, and community.

Support the planning and rollout of MHPSS training and interventions in the Region

Assist in developing MHPSS implementation guidelines and tools to facilitate effective delivery of MHPSS services

Provide MHPSS training and regular in-service coaching to national MHPSS workers in MSP interventions as indicated above

Support the MHPSS advisor with systematic supervision and oversight of National MHPSS team to ensure implementation of MSP in line with the guidelines and procedures in place

Develop and implement data collection tools to document implementation process, track results and identify challenges and remedial actions

Compile, analyses and report on MSP implementation progress to GPEG

Support the MHPSS Advisor in developing and adaptation of quality assurance tools and rollout to MHPSS teams

Ensure compliance of MSP interventions to MHPSS minimum standards and best practices in the field

Support the MHPSS advisor in preparing and sharing the outcome of MSP initiative at different coordination platforms to promote the scale up of the interventions.

Travel to support in training and monitoring visits for 15 to 20% of your time

Requirements

Post graduate education in psychology, clinical counselling, global mental health. Social work, public health or related fields may be considered

At least 2years of working experience in MHPSS programs in the region

Training and supervision experience (incl. remotely), focusing on MHPSS pyramid level 2 (community and family based MHPSS programs, such as caregiver support, group based MHPSS for children) and level 3 interventions (deep understanding and knowledge of evidence-based focused non-specialized MHPSS interventions such as counselling, PM+, TeamUp)

In-depth theoretical and practical knowledge of IASC Guidelines on MHPSS in Emergencies and international best practices on the integration of MHPSS into Education, Child Protection, Primary Health Care and community settings would be advantageous

Demonstrable technical Knowledge in the assessment, design, and delivery of responses to MHPSS needs in humanitarian settings

Capacity and proven track record in national staff and partner organization training and capacity-building

Experience in evidence generation, documentation of case studies, success stories, MHPSS research protocol, and piloting MHPSS studies at community level

Strong experience and background on monitoring and evaluation tools including Means of Verification of MHPSS programs would be advantageous

Ability to prepare high compliance donor reports and other documents

Prior experience in the field of MHPSS is required

Fluency in spoken and written English is required.

Strong capacity in documentation and administration tasks such as logistics.

Ability to reflect and link current work to new opportunities/possibilities

Enthusiasm, motivation, self-confidence and pro-active approach to problem-solving

Ability to take individual initiative with limited supervision, meet tight deadlines and deliver quality results

Affinity with SOS mandate

We offer

The opportunity to work in one of the largest International Non-Profit Organisations in Social development, Humanitarian action Child and Youth Care, in a position with a varied scope of tasks and responsibilities directly impacting on the development of the organisation in achieving its strategic goals

To contribute to our meaningful mission: “We build families for children in need, we help them shape their own futures and we share in the development of their communities

How to Apply

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position, please send us a cover letter, your detailed curriculum vitae (CV) -including at least three traceable referees- and photocopies of academic certificates as ONE document.

Applications should be submitted electronically through this link https://bit.ly/3AXe4mQ. Applications open on 29th August,2022 and will close on 12th September,2022. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found. Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Applications that do not have a cover letter, CV or certificates attached will be disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Cultural Orientation Coordinator - International Hire

 Job Description

Position Title: Cultural Orientation Coordinator

Reports To: Senior Field Travel Coordinator

Division: Programs

Department: Cultural Orientation

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Grade Level: Grade 9, Coordinator, International

Introduction: Church World Service (CWS) is a not-for-profit, faith-based organization transforming communities around the globe through just and sustainable solutions to hunger, poverty, displacement and disaster. CWS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability or veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.

Primary Purpose:

This position is responsible for overseeing United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) Cultural Orientation activity for RSC Africa. This includes coordinating workflow within Cultural Orientation department and collaborating with other program departments. This position ensures that RSC Africa processing priorities and targets are met and that standard operating procedures are strictly followed. The position also provides oversight to the Interpreter Unit, including overseeing processes related to contracted interpreters, child minders at RSC Africa. The position is a member of the RSC Africa Leadership Team and Senior Programs Team.

Essential Duties:

Compliance:

Ensures all Cultural Orientation activity strictly adheres to the DOS/BPRM, USCIS, RPC, CWS and RSC Africa policies, guidelines and procedures, including PRM-issued CO learning objectives/indicators.

Ensures activity relating to hiring of contractors such as interpreters and child minders teachers strictly adheres to the DOS/BPRM, USCIS, RPC, CWS and RSC Africa policies, guidelines and procedures.

Oversees the development, implementation, dissemination and monitoring of standard operating procedures (SOPs), and Cultural Orientation curricula, for processing of resettling refugees eligible to receive Cultural Orientation as part of the US Refugee Admissions Program in sub-Saharan Africa.

Leads regular departmental process reviews to compare requirements vs. current processing and outputs.

Monitors policy changes, identifies effects of such changes on the department’s internal SOPs, workflow, and curricula, and ensures effective implementation of policy updates.

Conducts job function observations of Cultural Orientation staff to ensure compliance is met and identifies areas of improvement or training needs.

Oversees effective planning, coordination, execution, and monitoring of Cultural Orientation Circuit Rides (CR) in coordination with the Circuit Ride Support department including timely communication to external and internal partners, updating of CR reports and tools (partners report and CR portal), and timely dissemination of trip reports.

Facilitates DNA testing for P3 applicants as needed.

Data Management and Analysis:

Ensures that all RSC Africa Cultural Orientation activities are completed in an efficient and effective manner and reflect USRAP priorities for Sub-Saharan Africa.

Oversees the development and maintenance of departmental reports and quality control (QC) checks. Ensures reports are accurate and efficient.

Develops annual/quarterly projections to inform Programs Division priorities, with a focus on Cultural Orientation activity.

Develops and implements department-specific pipeline analysis reports to inform workload and staffing projections, and to anticipate future workloads.

Coordinates with other Programs departments, as needed, to efficiently allocate staff resources; and collaborates with other Programs departments for improved processing efficiency across the division.

Establishes and maintains effective communication systems regarding data within the department and other program departments.

Reviews and distributes departmental reports on schedule.

Representation:

Maintains effective relationships with RSC Africa/USRAP partners, including PRM, USCIS, IOM, UNHCR, RPC and domestic Resettlement Agencies.

Ensures partner communication from the Cultural Orientation Department is professional, timely and proactive.

Occasionally travels to field sites to meet with RSC Africa/USRAP partners and represent CWS/RSC Africa on processing or other programmatic matters.

Champions CWS policy, procedures, and organizational culture to Programs staff, and contributes to Programs Division strategies for ensuring staff fully understand and abide by CWS policies.

Ensures Cultural Orientation staff are professional when representing CWS/RSC Africa to refugees, partners, the funder and colleagues.

Serves as RSC Africa’s liaison to the PRM-funded technical assistance provider on Cultural Orientation.

Performance management:

Provides direct supervision and leadership to the Cultural Orientation Managers, Curriculum Development Manager, and Interpreter Manager, including yearly performance evaluations, monitoring professional development, and coordinating leave.

Oversees the development and implementation of training modules for Cultural Orientation staff, in coordination with Programs Management, and ensures that staff receive all necessary training on different aspects of refugee processing.

Oversees that QCs are being conducted and feedback is being provided to staff and/or other departments.

Ensures coaching, mentoring, feedback and corrective action plans are being carried out across the department.

Ensures establishment of performance expectations and communication, on-boarding and training.

Develops departmental performance management systems, in coordination with Programs Management, that support consistency in work outputs.

Maintains accurate and current job descriptions for the Cultural Orientation Department.

Staff Care:

Ensures a safe, healthy and professional work environment.

Oversees the process of ensuring staff’s well-being while in the field.

Ensures direct reports are accessing and using their benefits appropriately including leave.

Actively supports staff by promoting safe space, open-door and the escalation policy.

Establishes and communicates clear expectations to staff to foster a predictable and consistent work environment.

Program Administration:

Develops annual and quarterly work plans for Cultural Orientation and Interpreter Unit and closely monitors and tracks progress towards achievements of established annual goals and objectives.

Determines annual departmental staff modelling, and quarterly travel projections, which contribute to Programs annual budget.

Coordinates the deployment of Cultural Orientation staff and resources to ensure timely flow of cases, in coordination with Programs Management.

Manages Programs Division inputs to human resources activities for all Cultural Orientation staff, including hiring, evaluations, leave management, and disciplinary actions.

Oversees the use of the budget as it relates to Cultural Orientation and Interpreter activity, and monitors effective and appropriate use of resources across the department. This includes oversight of the budget/invoice process for IOM payments covered by CWS/RSC Africa.

Ensures effective circuit ride coordination with circuit ride support team, logistics, finance, and security including travel projections, site clearances, security updates, news from the field, expense reports and financial management.

Qualifications:

Experience:

10 years’ work experience is required.

5 years of direct supervisory experience with responsibility for hiring, evaluating performance, administering corrective action and directing day to day work is required.

Skills:

Advanced computer knowledge, specifically with MS Access, MS Outlook, MS Excel and other statistical analysis programs.

Strong English communication skills, both oral and written.

Strong analytical skills and excellent report-generation skills with the ability to understand process and document information for a variety of audiences.

Strong supervisory skills and understanding of performance management systems. Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Education & Certifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required.

Master’s Degree preferred.

Abilities:

Work and make decisions independently and contribute to overall operations at management levels

Exercise good judgment and seek guidance as appropriate when confronted with unanticipated problems in the field;

Maintain a high performance standard with attention to detail, completing tasks within set timeframes;

Exercise good judgement and seek guidance as appropriate when confronted with unanticipated problems;

Deal effectively and courteously with a large number of associates, outside agencies, refugees and members of the general public;

Manage large and diverse workload under pressure with competing priorities.

Maintain the integrity of official records;

Analyze and solve complex problems and make sound decisions;

Work with minimal supervision

Maintain a high performance standard with attention to detail;

Work independently and contribute to overall operations of RSC Africa;

Actively participate in the implementation of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP).

be flexible with changing of daily duties as needed.

Important Requirements:

Strong English communication skills, both written and oral.

Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment required.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS’ Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.

Special Requirements:

COVID Vaccination is strongly recommended for all successful candidates

The candidate should be of good health, willing and able to travel extensively in often difficult conditions, and have a high degree of flexibility. Must have proof of Yellow Fever vaccination before traveling for RSC Africa

This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya

This position requires use of laptops at all time, competence in Microsoft office packages is required.

This position may require travel in sub-Saharan Africa on short notice and under sometimes difficult conditions to meet demands of a dynamic operational program

Background check which includes references and an educational and criminal check is required before the start of employment.

A valid passport and the ability to maintain a valid passport throughout the entire appointment is required, which includes having enough passport pages for travel.

International applicants must be legally eligible to work and obtain a work permit in Kenya OR A valid U.S. passport and the ability to maintain a valid U.S. passport throughout the entire appointment is required, which includes having enough passport pages for travel

Physical: This position requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, sitting, standing, walking, pushing/pulling, handling objects (manual dexterity), reaching above shoulder level, using fine finger movements and lifting/carrying heavy loads.

Environmental: Incumbents in this position will be exposed to excessive noise, marked changes in temperature and/or humidity, dust and infectious diseases, harsh weather climates, long work hours, bumpy roads, extended travel, excessive sun exposure, and non-ventilated spaces.

The US Embassy rates Kenya as both HIGH in crime and HIGH in terrorism. Incumbents should fully understand the insecurities present within Kenya and the region.

Full Time

All employees should be prepared to work from the CWS office within their location of hire. Remote work arrangements may vary depending on location and the governing rulings regarding the COVID-19 pandemic

How to Apply

Log on to CWS careers site - https://cwsglobal.org/work-with-cws/

Digital transformation of skills development and learning solutions

 Duration of assignment: 1 October 2022 to 28 February 2023

Level of effort: 60 working days (indicative)

The ILO is seeking to recruit an individual consultant to support the implementation of activities of the ILO PROPSECTS project in Kenya with the goal to support organisations (ILO, NITA and TVET institutions) in the identification of sustainable and cost-effective technological solutions for the digitalisation of their TVET systems.

1. Context

Technical context

Kenya’s young population continues to face socio-economic pressures as economic growth has not led to the creation of a sufficient number of (decent) jobs. Consequently, a major challenge currently facing young people in Kenya is youth unemployment, which stood at 38 per cent in 2019 according to the most recent Kenya Population and Housing Census report. Almost one in seven (13.7 per cent) young people in Kenya were Neither in Employment, Education or Training (NEET, SDG Indicator 8.6.1) as of 2016, with young women finding themselves around twice as often (18.2 per cent) in this group than young men (9.2 per cent).

At the same time, the world is witnessing the highest levels of displacement on record. In recent years, forced displacement has increased in scale and complexity. While forcibly displaced persons face specific vulnerabilities, including psychological trauma, lack of opportunity and protection risks, host communities struggle to pursue their own development efforts in an environment that has been transformed by a large influx of newcomers. The responses to these challenges are becoming more focused on durable solutions to support more dignified, inclusive and comprehensive programmes for refugees and the communities that host them.

The digital economy has emerged as a key driver for the creation of decent jobs especially for Kenya’s youth. The country has adopted the Digital Economy Blue Print of 2019 providing a framework to leverage digital government, digital business, infrastructure, innovation-driven entrepreneurship and digital skills and values. This also presents opportunities for refugees and host community members to access jobs in the digital labour market. Fully harnessing these opportunities requires to improve access to quality education and skills development as well as stimulating labour demand and access to digital labour markets within and beyond refugee camps. For young refugees to benefit from the transformative power of information and communication technologies (ICTs), they must be equipped with a range of digital skills and have affordable access to connectivity. In short, there is a need to change towards the digitization of lifelong learning systems through supporting strategy definition, definition of specific needs for each context and recommendation of solutions that deliver value to stakeholders.

Operational context of the assignment

In response to the challenges facing both host communities and refugees, a new partnership initiative titled: PROSPECTS Partnership for improving Prospects for host communities and forcibly displaced persons’, has been launched by the Government of the Netherlands that brings together the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the International Labour Organization (ILO), the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the World Bank. The overall objective of PROSPECTS in Kenya is to improve the living standards and inclusiveness of refugees, asylum-seekers and vulnerable host communities, by contributing to the expansion of socio-economic opportunities through better education and mainstreamed protection interventions.

A key partner of the ILO, the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) is a state corporation established under the Industrial Training (Amendment) Act of 2011. Its mandate is to promote the highest standards in the quality and efficiency of Industrial Training in Kenya and ensure an adequate supply of professionally trained workforce at all levels in the industry. NITA is also responsible for developing industrial training curricula; Integrating labour market information into skills development; Harmonising curricula and certificates of competence; assessing industrial training, testing occupational skills and awarding certificates including Government Trade Test certificates.

In this regard, there is an ongoing undertaking between ILO, NITA and TVET stakeholders whose objective is to build the capacity of Industrial Training Officers (ITOs) in the digitization of curriculum; development of digital training materials, and training of ITOs in curriculum delivery using e-Platforms. In this undertaking, NITA and TVET stakeholders have already pointed out the identification of a suitable platform for use with digitised curriculum content as part of the main activities for the successful accomplishment of the undertaking.

The vision under digitising learning content for NITA and TVET stakeholders is to broaden their reach to youth groups across the country with more focus on people from marginalised communities as well as young people living in areas further apart from training centres. Another channel through which the reach of NITA and TVET training stakeholders offer will be broadened by digitisation is through employers and workplaces where employers and industry representatives can access the learning content and make it available at their workplaces.

2. Objective and scope of work

The objective of the assignment is to support organisations (ILO, NITA and TVET institutions) in the identification of sustainable and cost-effective technological solutions for the digitalisation of their TVET systems. The consultant will leverage data to assess processes; gather, validate, define requirements; and deliver data-driven recommendations and reports to key stakeholders and decision-makers, thus straddling the line between IT and business analysis.

The technical expert consultant will work alongside ILO, government and TVET institutions to deliver within these outlined roles:

Perform a rapid situational analysis and develop strategic recommendations to stakeholders along with implementing a learning management system (LMS) and recommendations on the infrastructure and trainers' capacity.

Define or refine existing strategy in the digital era, expressed needs, map processes, design digital transformation plan, and prioritization.

Identify business change needs and assess their impact on the current processes and services

Analyse, document and communicate requirements /specifications with relevant stakeholders, including I.T related ones.

Document/communicate technical specifications/requirements of the target solution, that could be handed over to IT teams or companies, to offer relevant solutions and support implementation.

Provide support through implementation, testing the identified solution to make sure it is aligned with the broader strategy and initial scoping of the needs.

Providing Technical advice and assistance, on areas such as but not limited to the design of processes, the financial investment in infrastructure, hardware or software, the breakdown of tasks, the definition of new roles and responsibilities through a RACI model, the indicative timeline, data management and visualisation, information flows and other expert option requirements

Conduct assessment and recommend training programmes for the ITOs and trainers and work closely with the IT firm to design a ToT training for users to ensure that there is system sustainability and operational efficiency.

Engage and keep close contact with ILO and the different stakeholders.

3. Deliverables, duration and fees

The assignment will involve a hybrid working arrangement for an indicative duration of 60 working days and will have the below-outlined deliverables. The assignment will be carried out over the time period: 01 October 2022 to 28 February 2023.

Please note that the total level of effort (working days) indicated above should be seen as guidelines for consultants as they develop technical and financial proposals. Deviations from these guidelines are possible and should be justified in the proposal. Consultants are also kindly asked to specify a timeline for the deliverables.

Aside from remote work, the consultant will be required to regularly participate in physical meetings with ILO, NITA representatives and other TVET stakeholder in Nairobi. In addition, physical field missions outside Nairobi might occur and would be discussed with the ILO Kenya PROSPECTS team in advance to specify if and which parts of the mission need to be done in person.

Deliverables

1. Deliverable 1: Documented technical system requirements proposal for the implementation of the agreed digital solution (hardware, software, HR, Partners, Scaling and budget).

Days:

Costs/day in USD:

Total in USD

2. Deliverable 2: A documented situational analysis identifying the current gaps and proposal on the NITA need to digitize content presented in a coherent narrative report (max. 10 pages) and a PowerPoint Presentation (following ILO format and branding).

Days:

Costs/day in USD:

Total in USD

3. Deliverable 3: Documented system implementation strategy (Development, Testing, Capacity building, M&E, Scaling and Piloting).

Days:

Costs/day in USD:

Total in USD

4. Deliverable 4: Terms of Reference/Tender document for a system implementation technology firm and recruitment

Days:

Costs/day in USD:

Total in USD

5.Deliverable 5: Designed and delivered onboarding activities to the implementing firm.

Days:

Costs/day in USD:

Total in USD

6. Deliverable 6: Training report for the training of the initial group of Industrial Training Officers (ITOs) available.

Days:

Costs/day in USD:

Total in USD

TOTAL: 60 Days

Deviations from these deliverables can occur according to the evolution of the assignment; however, any changes observed or anticipated should be consulted with the focal person at the ILO.

4. Payment terms

The ILO will only pay for services that have been performed and for deliverables that are successfully completed to the satisfaction of the ILO. The payments will be made according to the following schedule:

The first payment of 30 per cent of the contract volume will be made upon receipt of deliverables 1 and 2 to the satisfaction of the ILO and presentation of the invoice.

The second payment of 30 per cent of the contract volume will be made upon receipt of deliverables 3 and 4 to the satisfaction of the ILO and presentation of the invoice.

The third and final payment of 40 per cent of the contract volume will be made upon receipt of deliverables 5 and 6 to the satisfaction of the ILO and presentation of the invoice.

5. Staffing, roles, and reporting

The consultant will operate under the overall supervision of The ILO Chief Technical Advisor and Director General NITA and will report directly to the Digital Skills Specialist at ILO HQ in Geneva. The ILO Kenya PROSPECTS team will offer technical support and will coordinate closely with the Regional Skills and Employment Specialist of PROSPECTS program, Skills Digitalization specialist at HQ, the Youth Employment Officer at the Regional Office for Africa and the Decent Work Skills specialist at Pretoria to facilitate mainstreaming and standardization of the approach across the project.

6. Specific clauses

Throughout the course of this assignment, the consultant will report on a weekly basis to the ILO for coordination and follow–up. All communication to other relevant stakeholders should be coordinated with the ILO. If it appears necessary to modify the tasks of work or exceed the time allocated, the consultant must discuss the circumstances with the ILO and obtain prior written approval. ILO may disclose the draft or final documents and/or any related information to any person and for any purpose the ILO may deem appropriate.

7. Required experience and qualifications

Post-graduate qualification in a relevant field (social science, social policy, economics, development studies, Education, Business Management, IT, etc.)

At least 8 years of progressive experience in the area of business analysis, (digital) learning solutions, training delivery. A mixed profile with business analysis, project management and IT background is strongly preferred.

Expert understanding of the Kenyan digital ecosystem and learning solutions from system analysis, technical implementation, review, scaling and capacity building.

Excellent technical understanding of digital technologies development of learning management systems and digitization of learning solutions through web platforms.

A good understanding of SDLC, Applications, APIs, Databases and software, including data management tools programming languages and technology trends in digital learning environments is required

Monitoring and evaluation experience, being able to gather, retrieve, explore and analyse data for reporting and data visualisation purposes

Strong understanding of budgeting and financial management with sound knowledge in planning, cost-benefit analysis and projection.

Experience with agile scrum methodology is an asset

Excellent communication skills (oral and written communication skills, visual communication, active listening) in English required. Fluency in Swahili is considered an advantage.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their expression of interest including their technical proposal, CV, financial proposal, samples of similar work and other supporting documents that show previous experience in similar assignments to, E- mail: nboprocurement@ilo.org to reach no later than midnight on Tuesday 13th September 2022 EAT, Quoting “Consultancy for NITA Digital transformation of skills development and learning solutions”

The application deadline is 13 September 2022, 23:59 PM (East African Time; GMT+3).

SUPPLY AND CONSTRUCTION OF ONE WATER KIOSK, INSTALLATION OF 10,000 LT TANK AND GENERAL PLUMBING WORKS and SUPPLY OF RANGE CUBES (ANIMAL FEEDS)

 Job Description;

Action Against Hunger (ACF) tackles the causes and effects of hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable children, women and men. ACF through funding from the Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) and United Bank of Switzerland - Optimus Foundation (UBS) is inviting suppliers of the below goods and service to submit offers for at least one or all ofr the below descriptions.

Description

1. Supply of Range Cubes (Animal Feeds)

2. Supply and construction of one water kiosk, installation of 10,000 Litres tank and general plumbing works.

How to Apply

How to apply;

The Bidding Documents can be requested for free by sending a requisition email to tenders@ke-actionagainsthunger.org

All bids must be submitted before on 5th September 2022 at 05.00pm at the address(es) mentioned above Late Bids will be automatically rejected. Action Against Hunger - Kenya Country Office (ACF) will not be responsible for any costs or expenses incurred by the Bidders in connection with the preparation and submission of their bids.

For all inquiries regarding this tender, please contact the ACF representative office by E-mail at tenders@ke-actionagainsthunger.org

Note: if you witness or suspect any unlawful, improper or unethical act or business practices (such as soliciting, accepting or attempting to provide or accept any kickback) during the tendering process, please send an e-mail to acf-usaConfidential"actionagainsthunger.org.

Project Officer - Field Veterinarian

 1. Introduction

VSF Germany is an international Non-Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in the Republic of South Sudan, Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Uganda and Ethiopia. With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety, drought responses and mitigation, but also developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating diversified income sources towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany is implementing the project ‘Integrated Live-saving and Disaster Risk Reduction Project in Marsabit and Turkana Counties, in Kenya, funded by German Federal Foreign Office for the next 24 months.

The overall objective of the program is to “Improve health, nutrition and self-reliance of conflict-affected communities, IDPs and returnees as a result of enhanced access to diversified food sources, safe water, sanitation services, improved hygiene practices and strengthened livelihoods”.

2. The Position

VSFG is seeking to recruit a qualified and well experienced Veterinarian to support the implementation of the project in the position of a Project Officer - Field Veterinarian. He/She will be based in North Horr, with frequent visits to other locations within the project areas, in Marsabit County. The incumbent will work in collaboration with other Field staff, consortium partner organizations & the Project Manager.

2.1 Key roles of the Project Officer will include.

Project Administration

Provide coordinating and administrative support as directed by the Project Manager.

Monitor the security situation in the project area and at the satellite office.

Draft internal inter-staff communications.

Project Planning & Implementation

Participate in activity planning and develop data collection systems enabling effective monitoring of defined indicators.

Maintain project Calendar, budget and ensure deadlines are met.

Help coordinate and follow up on project activities under components implemented by Project partners.

Act as liaison person between project partners, the Project Manager and any Consultants to ensure timely delivery of project activities.

Track project activities to ensure they are progressing as per schedule.

Coordinate and organize livestock stakeholder meetings, and prepare minutes/reports of said meetings.

Support in developing training or other materials for Animal health and community awareness on animal diseases.

Responsible for implementing the participatory disease surveillance and drought preparedness component.

Organize livestock traders meetings and coordinate capacity building of private sector, traders and produce reports.

Facilitate livestock treatment/vaccinations, access to the communities, undertake livestock body condition scoring & establish market links in key towns and food markets in drought affected areas in collaboration with local CDVS and line ministries.

Coordinate the procurement of veterinary supplies and equipment for Animal Health activities.

Responsible for liaison with Sub-County and County Steering Groups, Department of Livestock, NGOs and other partners in fulfilling the livestock component of the project.

Develop work plans, financial projections and verify all financial reports on the respective component.

Manage the flow of technical reports and compilation of the same in the project narratives.

Respond to cross cutting issues affecting the community in cooperation with specific expert agencies..

Provide Business training for Private Veterinary Pharmacy owners supported by VSFG Marsabit County.

Project Monitoring & Reporting

Prepare and submit timely progress reports including any obstacles affecting project implementation

Permanently monitor activities and report progress to the Project Manager

Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Line Manager.

4. Qualifications, Experience, Attributes & Skills required

University Degree in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science or Animal Health from a recognized institution.

A minimum of 5 years experience in development work.

Team leadership experience preferred for effective and efficient outputs.

Knowledge and experience of working with pastoral communities

Knowledge of Participatory epidemiology, Participatory Disease surveillance, livestock body condition scoring, feed technology and livestock value chain capacity building and access issues in the region.

Working knowledge of Foreign Office rules and regulations may confer advantage is not mandatory.

Fluency in spoken and written English

Excellent computer knowledge, communication and report writing skills.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV via https://forms.gle/hGpx7j6qe1w4DXaZ8. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Closing date for receiving applications is 9th September, 2022, on or before mid-night (East African time). This is a national or local position

Disclaimer: VSF Germany does not charge for its recruitment nor ask the applicants to pay any form of fee.

Cultural Orientation Supervisor - International Hire

 Job Description

Position Title: Cultural Orientation Supervisor

Reports To: Cultural Orientation Manager

Division: Immigration & Refugee Program+ (IRP+)

Department: Programs, Cultural Orientation

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Grade Level: Grade 7, Supervisor, International

Introduction: Church World Service (CWS) is a not-for-profit, faith-based organization transforming communities around the globe through just and sustainable solutions to hunger, poverty, displacement and disaster. CWS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability or veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.

Primary Purpose:

This position is primarily responsible for training, supporting, supervision, and evaluation of the Cultural Orientation Senior Trainers, Trainers, and Program Assistants in Nairobi and in field locations across Africa. The CO Supervisor actively oversees all aspects of the implementation of CO Circuit Rides (CRs), including daily oversight of CRs in the field, cultural orientation training to refugees approved for resettlement to the United States, circuit ride logistics, and security. In the supervisory role, the position also participates in hiring and ensures that CO field staff have the administrative and logistical support and resources they need to effectively carry out their jobs.

Essential Duties:

Compliance:

Ensures all CO training functions strictly adhere to the PRM, RPC, CWS and RSC Africa policies, guidelines and procedures.

Ensures development, implementation, dissemination, monitoring and adherence of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for cultural orientation.

Conducts job function observations of CO staff to ensure compliance is met and identifies any areas of improvement or training needs.

Identifies and assists with regular process reviews.

Demonstrates ability to conduct logistical and administrative activities including Cultural Orientation training both in the field and remotely.

Travels to field locations to monitor CO training, conduct performance evaluations and meet with partners and vendors.

Data Management and Analysis:

Assists in ensuring RSC circuit rides are planned, revised and updated as needed until confirmed, and staff are prepared while ensuring all functions are completed in the most operationally responsible manner.

Assists in monitoring the movement of cases through the RSC Africa refugee pipeline so that cases receive CO according to the PRM Cooperative Agreement.

Develops work flows in response to department specific pipeline analysis to inform workload projections and staffing allocation.

Acts as the point person for Sr. Trainer, Trainer, and Program Assistant inquiries regarding CO.

In collaboration with CO management, assists in developing statistical reports and quality control checks that ensure accuracy and efficiency. Works with Data Integrity Unit to keep reports updated, accurate and accessible to frontline staff as needed.

Establishes effective communication systems regarding data and ensures reports are accurate efficient and reviewed regularly.

Assists with annual planning and strategic planning goals as communicated by the COC.

Writes trip reports and reviews those prepared by direct reports prior to distribution throughout CWS. In consultation with the CO Manager, follows up on issues related to partners and logistics.

Representation:

Maintains effective relationships with RSC implementing partners, including PRM, IOM, UNHCR, RPC and domestic Resettlement Agencies.

Ensures partner communication from the department is professional, timely and proactive. Represents organizational policies and culture to staff.

Ensures the workforce is professional when representing CWS/RSC Africa to refugees, partners, the funder and colleagues.

Performance management:

Provides direct supervision and leadership to frontline CO staff, including yearly performance evaluations, participating in hiring and coordinating leave management.

Develops and implements training modules for CO staff in coordination with the Training unit, and ensures that staff receive cross training on different aspects of refugee processing.

Communicates performance expectations and coordinates on-boarding and training of staff. Conducts coaching, mentoring, feedback and corrective action plans for direct reports.

Runs quality assurance reports and ensures accuracy of data from Cultural Orientation training activities and overall CO pipeline reports.

Monitors staff time and attendance while on CRs in coordination with CO supervisors.

Staff Care:

Monitors and ensures a safe, healthy and professional work environment. Ensures direct reports access and use their benefits appropriately including leave.

Actively supports staff by promoting safe space, open-door and the escalation policy. Establishes and communicates clear expectations to staff to foster a predictable and consistent work environment.

Ensures staff are safe in the field by coordinating with the RSC Staff Security office and CO management, and disseminating information related to staff safety in the field.

Program Administration:

Oversees implementation of cultural orientation activities in the field and remotely in close collaboration with CO Managers.

Develops and updates Standard Operating Procedures related to Cultural Orientation circuit ride activities to enhance consistency and coordination. Ensures implementation of USRAP processing guidelines within the CO department.

Assists in CO quarterly Travel Projections in collaboration with CO Managers. Delegates staffing for circuit ride, remote CO delivery activities and any other projects requiring CO staff.

Actively engages in circuit ride briefings and debriefings.

In collaboration with Scheduling Unit, oversees the scheduling of eligible individuals for cultural orientation training

Participates in training and on-boarding new staff.

Maintains records of all correspondence with partners.

Qualifications:

Experience:

Six (6) years of paid work experience required.

One (1) year of direct supervisory experience is required.

Two (2) years’ experience as a Cultural Orientation Senior Trainer or Trainer preferred.

Skills:

Thorough knowledge of the US Refugee Admissions Program and START database. Strong verbal and written English language skills.

Demonstrated computer skills, especially Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Access. Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Meticulous attention to detail.

Abilities:

Supervise staff to ensure policies and procedures are implemented and executed in accordance with guidelines and standard operating procedures;

Maintain a high performance standard with attention to detail, completing tasks within set timeframes;

Exercise good judgement and seek guidance as appropriate when confronted with unanticipated problems;

Deal effectively and courteously with a large number of associates, outside agencies, refugees and members of the general public;

Manage large and diverse workload under pressure with competing priorities.

Maintain the integrity of official records;

Analyse and solve complex problems and make sound decisions;

Work with minimal supervision

Maintain a high performance standard with attention to detail;

Work independently and contribute to overall operations of RSC Africa;

Actively participate in the implementation of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP).

Be flexible with changing of daily duties as needed.

Strong English communication skills, both written and oral.

Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment required.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS’ Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.

Education & Certifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field; or four (4) years of paid work experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree is required.

Master’s degree preferred

Important Requirements:

Strong English communication skills, both written and oral.

Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment required.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS’ Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.

Special Requirements:

COVID Vaccination is strongly recommended for all successful candidates

The candidate should be of good health, willing and able to travel extensively in often difficult conditions, and have a high degree of flexibility. Must have proof of Yellow Fever vaccination before traveling for RSC Africa

This position is based in (Nairobi, Kenya)

This position requires use of laptops at all time, competence in Microsoft office packages is required.

This position may require travel in sub-Saharan Africa on short notice and under sometimes difficult conditions to meet demands of a dynamic operational program

Background check which includes references and an educational and criminal check is required before the start of employment

A valid passport and the ability to maintain a valid passport throughout the entire appointment is required, which includes having enough passport pages for travel.

International applicants must be legally eligible to work and obtain a work permit in Kenya

Physical: This position requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, sitting, standing, walking, pushing/pulling, handling objects (manual dexterity), reaching above shoulder level, using fine finger movements and lifting/carrying heavy loads.

Environmental: Incumbents in this position will be exposed to excessive noise, marked changes in temperature and/or humidity, dust and infectious diseases, harsh weather climates, long work hours, bumpy roads, extended travel, excessive sun exposure, and non-ventilated spaces.

The US Embassy rates Kenya as both HIGH in crime and HIGH in terrorism. Incumbents should fully understand the insecurities present within Kenya and the region.

Full Time

All employees should be prepared to work from the CWS office within their location of hire. Remote work arrangements may vary depending on location and the governing rulings regarding the COVID-19 pandemic

How to Apply

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