Adherence and psychosocial Services Field Officer Job Vacancy in Kisumu, Kenya

Adherence and psychosocial Services Field Officer Job Vacancy in Kisumu, Kenya

Department: HIV/ TB

Projects: HIV/AIDS & - TB Projects

Relationships externally: MoMS/MoPHS personnel, other governmental and non governmental counterparts, CHWs, CB-DOTS, and community members

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CARE International Project Officer & Field Officer Job Vacancies in Kenya

CARE International Project Officer & Field Officer Job Vacancies in Kenya

CARE International in Kenya is looking for suitable individuals to fill the following positions within its Groups Savings and Loan (GS&L) program to be based in Homabay, Bondo and Suba.

Project Officer - Financial Linkages
2 Positions
Ref: PO/4/2011

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Officer Financial Linkages will be responsible for carrying out linkage assessment, facilitate linkage of mature GS&L groups to the formal financial sector, monitor the linked groups and document their progress and development.

She/he will supervise field officers, community resource persons and will work closely with identified partner financial institutions.

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UNICEF Somalia Technical Consultant Job Vacancy in Nairobi

UNICEF Somalia Technical Consultant Job Vacancy in Nairobi

Vacancy Announcement Ref: UNSOM/2o10/039
Title: Technical Consultant IEC
Type of Contract: Special Service Agreement (SSA)
Duty Station: Nairobi

The successful candidate will be offered a Special Service Agreement (SSA) for 30 days.

Purpose of the Post:
Messaging to promote behavior change is a common feature i5n the Nutrition and WASH sections of UNICEF.

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Walter Reed Project Clinical Research Coordinator and Data Analyst Job Vacancies

Walter Reed Project Clinical Research Coordinator and Data Analyst Job Vacancies

“The Walter Reed Project” is a Research Based Organization that is affiliated to the Kenya Medical Research Institute. Our mission is to develop and test improved means for predicting, detecting, preventing and treating infectious disease.

The organization seeks to fill the following positions:
Position: Clinical Research Coordinator
(1 Position)
Location: Walter Reed Project, Kisumu

Key Requirements:

    * Diploma or Bachelor degree in Health Related Field (Nursing or Clinical Medicine)
    * At least 1 year of research experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
    * Should be a registered member of the relevant professional body.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

    * Involved in the development of clinical trial protocols; participates in the development of standard operating procedures, coordinating protocol review and approval process.
    * Overseeing technical and/or administrative research activities, to include training, goal setting, and distribution of workload.

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Lewa Wildlife Conservancy Chief Conservation Officer Job Vacancy in Isiolo Kenya

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy Chief Conservation Officer Job Vacancy in Isiolo Kenya

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, based in Isiolo Kenya, is a non-profit organization which works as a catalyst for the conservation of wildlife and its habitat.

We are looking for a high calibre, self-driven and experienced Chief Conservation Officer, with a commitment to excellence to lead our Wildlife and Security Department.

Ref: Chief Conservation Officer (CCO)

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this position is responsible for wildlife conservation, security, research & monitoring, and the community programmes of the LWC, with a particular emphasis on wildlife management and security.

Requirements

    * Possess a minimum of 10 years senior management experience in wildlife management and wildlife security.
    * Demonstrated leadership skills.
    * Holder of a private pilot’s licence with five years bush flying experience (Super Cub experience essential).

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Senior Officer Sudan Administration & Liaison Job Vacancy in Nairobi - Catholic Relief Services

Senior Officer Sudan Administration & Liaison Job Vacancy in Nairobi - Catholic Relief Services

Catholic Relief Services –USCCB is the official agency of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for relief and development overseas.

CRS supports programs in over 100 countries and works through local partners. We are seeking suitable persons to fill the following position.

All candidates require technical competencies in the respective areas, excellent computer skills, oral and written communication skills, willingness to travel to the field frequently and a commitment to work with and support faith based partners of CRS many of whom are Catholic institutions.


Job Title: Senior Officer – Sudan Administration & Liaison
Ref.2010/32
Location: Nairobi with frequent field travel.

Purpose: Provide Nairobi-based administrative, logistical and liaison support to CRS South Sudan programs.

This support shall be provided for all staff, counterparts/partners and visitors of CRS/South Sudan.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

    * Assist with procurement requests for Nairobi based purchases in liaison with procurement unit.
    * Provide support and backstopping to CRS/Kenya HR for all issues related to South Sudan staff under the Country Program.
    * Coordination of emergency medicals and treatment for all South Sudan staff requiring treatment in Nairobi and liaise with the medical administrators.

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Build Africa NGO Kenya Job Vacancies

Build Africa NGO Kenya Job Vacancies

Build Africa Kenya (previously Partners for Progress (PfP)) is a Non Governmental Organization that works exclusively in rural areas of Kenya to help young people escape poverty by supporting education and income generation activities.

Our aim is to create sustainable models for increasing the incomes of the poor and better access to education and healthcare. We give young people (including parents and the community at large) the chance to save, to work their way out of poverty and to increase the prosperity of their communities.

We work with key stakeholders in Gilgil, Elementaita, Machakos and Mwala regions in implementing integrated programmes in Education, HIV/AIDS and reproductive health, livelihoods and skills development including income generation.

Our vision is for every young person in Africa to fulfill their potential and to make a difference.

As part of our ongoing effort to improve the quality of our program delivery, we are seeking talented and socially responsible individuals with exceptional skills, background, education and a passion for using investment and education as a tool to alleviate poverty in rural communities for the following positions:
Programme Coordinators 2 Positions

Based in Machakos and Naivasha Districts with significant travel to the field, the Program Coordinator is responsible for implementing high quality programs including monitoring, evaluation and reporting.

He/she will ensure the practice and institutionalization of a culture of innovation and creativity in programs. This post also supports planning and design processes.

Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare quarterly program activity work plans that include annual schools construction timelines
* Work with program assistants to implement routine BAK core cross cutting program activities to high standards

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USAID East Africa Mission Program Management Specialist Job Vacancy Re-Advertisement

USAID East Africa Mission Program Management Specialist Job Vacancy Re-Advertisement

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) East Africa Mission seeks to fill the position of Project Management Specialist - Transition Initiative for Somalia (TIS) Programin its Limited Presence Countries Office.

The position is based in Nairobi and is open to all qualified candidates.

This is a re-advertisement and previous applicants need not re-apply.

Basic functions of the position:

The Project Management Specialist will have a primary role in managing the Transition Initiative for Somalia (TIS) Program, which will support quick impact, results-based activities to demonstrate the positive impact of the political reconciliation process.

He/she will serve as a technical resource to foreign assistance activities especially in reviewing sub-grants and proposals and liaising with government and donor officials.

He/she will require a sophisticated knowledge of communication strategies, media relations, and journalism as well as a solid understanding of development issues in the Eastern Africa region, particularly in Somalia.
The incumbent will act as a U.S. Government (USG) representative in formal and informal settings related to the position.

He/she will serve as the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative and/or Agreement Officer’s Technical Representative for some implementing partner agreements managed under the TIS Program.

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Child Rights Governance Regional Manager - East Africa Share

Child Rights Governance Regional Manager - East Africa Share

Save the Children
Save the Children fights for children's rights. We deliver immediate and lasting improvements to children's lives worldwide. Save the Children secures and protects children's rights - to food, shelter, health care, education and freedom from violence, abuse and exploitation. Save the Children works for:

* A world which respects and values each child.
* A world which listens to children and learns.
* A world where all children have hope and opportunity. We have high ambitions for what's achievable for children - we aim to inspire dramatic change for children and to involve them in creating that change. We'd like you to get involved too.

Save the Children seeks to strengthen child rights governance in all it's work for and with children. Save the Children Denmark aims to contribute to this goal by strengthening the capacity in the East Africa region to work especially on raising awareness and capacity among civil society and children to promote children's rights, holding duty bearers to account, and strengthening institutions and mechanisms. To this end the organization is looking for qualified applicants for a 2 year position as Childs Rights Governance Regional Manager.

Responsibilities

1. Strategic Direction and Coordination

* Be a part of SCD's CRG team, which is headed by the CRG Coordinator based at HO.
* Maintain a close working relationship with the Director of CRGI
* Participate in relevant regional and country strategy development groups in close coordination with the SCD Global CRG Coordinator and Director of CRGI
* As deemed necessary, participate in the development of SCD CRG and CRGI strategic plans
* In coordination with Director of CRGI work towards gaining the commitment of Members to the objectives and activities of CRGI
* Contribute to securing adequate resources required to deliver on the CRG objectives

2. Program Management

* Develop and strengthen SCD programmatic approach and Programme Development Support within CRG
* Participate in the development of programme/project proposals
* Support the SC engagement in partnerships and networks that push for accountability of governments towards child rights and works to strengthen civil society organizations capacity and resources
* Support establishing platforms for children where their voices will be heard and where they will be involved in decision-making
* Support the sub-themes relating to child rights monitoring and strengthening national systems

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Project Manager - Somalia/Somaliland, Nairobi

Project Manager - Somalia/Somaliland, Nairobi

Saferworld is an independent non-government organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to security

Location: Somalia - based in Nairobi with frequent travel to the region

BACKGROUND
Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to security. We work with civil society, governments and international organisations to encourage and support effective policies and practices through advocacy, research and policy development, and through supporting the development of local capacities and structures.

Saferworld has been working in Africa since 1997, with a primary focus upon East Africa and the Horn region. We have well-established programmes in Kenya, Uganda, Somalia and Sudan. In addition, Saferworld supports regional and international conflict prevention and security processes. Saferworld headquarters are in London, with a regional office in Nairobi, and country offices in Kampala and Juba. The Somalia programme is managed from Saferworld's Nairobi office with plans to establish an office in Somaliland in the near future.
Saferworld's programme of work in Somalia/Somaliland has two components. The first aims to strengthen the participation of Somali Non-State Actors in decision-making on peace, security and development. Key themes in this project are participatory decision-making, inclusiveness and capacity building of 'platform' structures so that they more effectively channel NSA voices in policy dialogues. The second component is focussed on conflict and security issues and includes carrying out conflict analyses to help international agencies become more responsive to conflict issues; supporting the development of an 'Observatory' on peace and security issues based initially in the University of Hargeisa; and providing technical advice to members of a consortium of organisations working to create a 'Somali Community Safety Framework' in which new 'bottom-up' approaches to addressing localised safety and security problems are being developed and shared. The main focus of this role is upon the implementation of Saferworld's Somali Non-State Actors projects.

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Local Capacity Development Team Leader and Development Leadership Initiative Coordinator, USAID Nairobi

Local Capacity Development Team Leader and Development Leadership Initiative Coordinator, USAID Nairobi

Closing Date: Monday, 15 November 2010 

United States Agency for International Development (USAID) US Government Agency

B. BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
The Mission DLI Coordinator/ LCD Team Leader will serve as the lead on all activities related to the DLI program in the region. This position will report to the USAID/East Africa Front Office.

C. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. The DLI Coordinator/LCD Team Leader will work with EXO and Front Office to oversee all facets of DLI administrative management:

i. Facilitate the preparation of the DLIJO Memoranda of Understanding for all assignments to post.
ii. Plan and carry out a DLI orientation for all new DLIs coming to the office---including basic information related to payroll, WebTA, etc.-in coordination with HR and Controller's office.
iii. Analyze available space accommodation at the Mission in terms of additional DLIs assigned to Nairobi.
iv. Develop and oversee logistics related to assignments, work with the EXO to determine necessary procurement of office furnishings, computer equipment and peripherals, installation hardware, etc.
v. Provided guidance and interpretation of USAID policies and overall strategic direction for the DLI program and how this intersects with and supports USAID's development programs and office operation in East Africa.

2. The DLI Coordinator/LCD Team Leader will work with the EXO and Front Office to oversee all facets of DLI training and rotations:
i. Work in conjunction with DLI and his/her supervisor to develop the DLI's Individual Development Plan (IDP).
ii. Oversee documentation and record keeping related to DLI Individual Development Plans (IDPs) -updated in light of training taken, training scheduled, and new opportunities, in coordination with supervisor and DLI junior officer.
iii. Develop training tracking plans and matrices, feedback sheets and evaluation forms to ensure that DLI rotations are productive for the junior officer, that the rotation supervisor has an opportunity to provide input to the official DLI supervisor and that the DLI junior officer will have an opportunity to provide feedback on the efficacy of the assigned rotation.
iv. Manage all aspects of any planned DLI training curriculum and, as appropriate, be responsible for the development of course curriculums.
v. Coordinate with EXO to locate, contract (if necessary), and supervise logistics and administration for instructors (USAID staff in the region, retired USAID officers, and/or USAID Washington staff).
vi. Maintain close contact with USAID technical and support offices and Embassy and other USG offices in-country to identify opportunities for DLIs to fully maximize their rotations. While developing a rotation schedule is the responsibility of each DLI, the Coordinator will provide critical guidance and support to all DLIs as they develop their individual rotation schedule.

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Habitat for Humanity Kenya Job Vacancies

Habitat for Humanity Kenya Job Vacancies

Habitat for Humanity Kenya, a Christian NGO whose mission is to enable low income earners own and live in durable, decent shelter, wishes to recruit suitably qualified persons for the following open positions.

Program Manager

This is a leadership position and is responsible for the initiation, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects and programs that enable the organization meet its mandate of providing housing finance solutions to low income earners.

Interested applicants must have 7 to 10 years experience in a busy microfinance/lending organization and the experience must have been gained in developing, designing and implementing strategies for lending to high risk, low income earners.

Five of those years must be at senior leadership level in a microfinance program.

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UNHCR Associate Programme Officer Jobs

UNHCR Associate Programme Officer Jobs

Associate Programme Officer

National Professional Officer (NOB)

 
Position No. 10016576

 

Location: Kakuma, Kenya

The Branch Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Kenya is seeking to recruit a qualified Kenyan National as an Associate Programme Officer at the National Professional Officer Level (NOB).

 

Applicants should hold a university degree in Business Administration, Political Science or related field. Applicants should possess good analytical and writing skills, good interpersonal skills and ability to comfortably work in a multicultural environment.

 

Experience required: At least 4 years of job experience and at least 4 years in the same functional area.

A detailed job description is available at the UNHCR Branch Office situated on Rhapta Road, No. 35 in Westlands.

Only those who qualify should apply in writing attaching copies of relevant academic certificates, testimonials, telephone and Email contacts.

 

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Free The Children Teachers and Head Mistress Vacancy

Free The Children Teachers and Head Mistress Vacancy

Free The Children, a Narok South based NGO, is looking to hire Teachers and a Head Mistress to run our newly built Girls Boarding High School.

Qualifications
·         Excellent organizational and communication (interpersonal/oral/written)
·         Shown dedication and passion to education
·         Ability to work independently and be a team player
·         Demonstration of clear, critical thinking and decision-making
·         Excellent Computer skills and Project reporting skills
·         Loyal, humble, appreciative, full of initiative, young and energetic

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Oxfam Job Vacancies in Daadab Kenya

Oxfam Job Vacancies in Daadab Kenya

Location: Dadaab, Kenya

Fixed Term Contract for 12 Months (Extendable)

Attractive package and benefits to be offered

Programme Manager 
Ref: NN/100

You will have a minimum of a first degree in any discipline with extensive experience of emergency and development work, and understanding of relevant humanitarian and policy issues in a similar context.

You will need to have strong analytical and strategic planning skills with good experience in proposal development and report writing.

Equally important is your diplomacy, influencing and negotiating skills and ability to build good relations both internally and externally.

Public Health Co-ordinator 
Ref: NN/101

You will have relevant qualification in any discipline relating to Public Health Engineering/promotion with extensive practical experience in developing countries in WASH programmes, some of this should have been in emergency refugee programmes at a coordination level.

You will need to have strong ability to present concise reports, sometimes at short notice, reflecting the problems and possible solutions for particular situations.

You will have interpersonal, diplomacy, tact and administrative skills in order to work with people at managerial and, on occasions, senior UN/government levels.

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CA Global: Africa - Regional Manager

CA Global: Africa - Regional Manager

The position is based in Kenya.  

Overview:

Basic Purpose:

Manages and supports staff within the designated region by coordinating all planned segments and interdepartmental activities in order to maximize sales revenues, grow market share, foster distributor effectiveness and meet distribution channel sales objectives for the region. Maintains knowledge of and reports of new developments in the marketplace with regards to distributors and competition.

Main duties & responsibilities:

• Design and implement the regional sales plan in line with distribution segment strategy
• Translates the quarterly sales and revenue targets into comprehensive action plans that ensure their achievement
• Monitors performance against plans and targets and takes remedial action in cases of shortfalls
  
• Coordinate sales and distribution activities within the region
• Monitors and reports on competitor activities within the region and reports for action
• Manage, co-ordinate and support distributors
• Identifies and recommends prospective distributors to head office for consideration
• Manages staff discipline

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Pact Kenya Senior Programme Officer (Democracy & Governance) Job Vacancy

Pact Kenya Senior Programme Officer (Democracy & Governance) Job Vacancy

Pact Kenya is a Kenyan non governmental organization that facilitates institutional development of civil society organizations through grants management and capacity development.

We believe that empowered communities are able to independently address challenges and constraints facing them with a view to earning a dignified living, economic independence and political participation.

We work in environment and natural resources management, conflict management and peace building, democracy and governance and women empowerment.

We are seeking to recruit a competent individual for the following position.

Senior Programme Officer (Democracy & Governance) 
(PK/SPODG/2010)

Reporting to the Head of Peace, Democracy & Governance, and based in Nairobi, the officer will primarily provide training, mentoring and guidance to program partners.

S/he will assist in assessing the Kenyan democracy and governance context, developing and implementing programmes. S/he will assess current practices, structure and policies, identify appropriate capacity development interventions, design and deliver capacity development interventions to target CSOs.

S/he will support programme reporting, peer learning on key cross-cutting issues within programmes, and keep abreast of changing sector knowledge and best practice.

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Parliamentary Strengthening Project Jobs in Kenya

Parliamentary Strengthening Project Jobs in Kenya

The Parliamentary Strengthening Project, funded by the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and the British Department for International Development (DfID), and implemented by the State University of New York's Centre for International Development, seeks qualified candidates for the various positions below.

The Project works in partnership with the National Assembly to support Parliament's various institutional development activities.

The successful applicants, to be based in the Nairobi SUNY Kenya office, will be hired as contract employees and will report to the SUNY Kenya Country Director and Project Chief of Party (COP).

Deputy Director & Senior Program Officer CSO Liaison

Functions and Requirements of the Position:

Under the direction of the COP, the incumbent will help to develop, implement and monitor technical program activities, including in area(s) of expertise. Such activities may include, but are not limited to, training seminars, workshops and the production of technical reports for the staff and Members of Parliament. The incumbent will also support and monitor the performance of Project technical consultants.

The incumbent will need to establish good working relationships with the Members and staff of Parliament, Government of Kenya officers and civil society organization representatives.

The incumbent must be a team player, and comfortable working with Project staff, professional associates and clients of all ranks. The incumbent must understand and support the partnership methodology of the Project.

The incumbent will carry out any other duties as assigned by the COP.

Desired Qualifications:

• Kenyan citizen with five or more years experience interacting with politicians and government officials, including those in high office.
• Ability to deal fairly and evenly with all political parties and factions in Kenyan politics, and a reputation for doing so.
• Advanced degree and professional training in desired substantive area(s) e.g. politics, economics, law.
• Relevant professional accomplishments including a) program development, implementation and monitoring (with USAID, DFID or other international organizations a plus) and b) organizing and leading training seminars and workshops.
• Superior understanding of and ability to communicate clearly the activities of the National Assembly and issues of Kenyan politics to Project staff members, local and international consultants and others.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (English and Kiswahtli) with experience and demonstrated competence in public speaking.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision and perform under pressure, e.g. to prepare written reports and public presentations on short notice.

2. Grants Manager

Functions and Requirements of the Position: The Grants Manager is being hired to manage a small grants programme that SUNY will be undertaking to enable Kenyan Civil society organisations support the work of the Kenya Parliament.

Reporting to the Finance and Administration Manager, the Grants Manager will:-

• Oversee the grants review and selection process, ensure selected projects meet their contractual obligation to deliver quality services according to USAID regulations and requirements, and report results across the program to USAID and other stakeholders.
• Provide management leadership for the grant award process, including development of Request for Applications (RFAs), coordinate and participate on the proposal review panel to score and select grant recipients to ensure they meet the objectives and comply with USAID rules and regulations.
• Coordinate the procurement process with the Finance Department to issue the grant awards and serve as principal contact for all grant applicants and other potential partners, developing RFAs, frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) documents and responds to additional requests for information.
• Supervise and serve as the liaison between the grantee organizations and the USAID Parliamentary Support Program to ensure contractual obligations for the projects are met and to process contractual actions such as deliverables, and modifications.
• Coordinate the quarterly reporting process when each grantee project submits requests for reimbursements, and reports financial status, monitoring and evaluation data and a narrative report on progress.
• Will conduct site visits to selected grantee organizations to directly observe project implementation, provide project management support, train on USAID rules and regulations
• Compile and report information which is shared with USAID on a quarterly basis and is utilized to fulfil regular information requests from other government agencies or offices.
• Maintain operations manual to document the process for each grant cycle. Compile and organize all grant materials.
• Organize and maintain all project documents and files related to grant process and individual grantee activities.
• Maintain and update specific project and related correspondence files, tracking and status sheets, and databases.
• Assume additional responsibilities of a programmatic/financial/administrative nature as position may require.
• The incumbent will carry out any other duties as assigned by the COP.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree/Training in Finance and/or Accounting.
• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience required in program management and support, ideally including managing a grants program.
• Thorough knowledge of and at least three (3) years experience working with, USAID rules and regulations.
• High level computer literacy with excellent knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software applications required (Word Perfect for Windows and/or MS Word, MS Excel).
• Ability to initiate and implement activities with minimal oversight and supervision, assess priorities, and competently complete a variety of activities with a high level of accuracy and timeliness;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and communication skills combined with problem-solving skills;
• Proven ability to concurrently handle and prioritize multiple tasks for multiple projects; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Excellent communications skills, including writing and editing facilities;
• Strong cross-cultural and interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with a variety of people and organizations;
• Strong financial management skills, knowledge of auditing practices and principles required
• Stress tolerance

To Apply:

Prepare a one-page cover letter summarizing your interest in and qualifications for the position you are interested in and append a brief CV.

Forward this by email to suny@sunykenya.org addressed to The Country Director, Parliamentary Strengthening Project, SUNY Kenya.

Applications will be accepted until 22nd October 2010.

Following application reviews, short-listed candidates will be notified. Only those who qualify for these high level positions should apply. No phone calls please. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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East Africa Dairy Development Project (EADD) Jobs in Kenya

East Africa Dairy Development Project (EADD) Jobs in Kenya

Background

The East Africa Dairy Development Project (EADD) is 4 year regional industry development pilot program implemented by Heifer International- Kenya and a consortium of partners including TechnoServe, ILRI, ICRAF, and ABS TCM.

The project is funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation as part of an agricultural development grant designed to boost the yields and incomes of millions of small farmers in Africa and other parts of the developing world so they can lift themselves and their families out of hunger and poverty.

The following positions are available within the Kenya Country Office:

A: Gender and Youth Coordinator

Summary of Position Responsibilities

The position holder will report directly to the Country Project Manager. The Gender and Youth Coordinator will work together with Country Teams to plan, budget, implement and monitor “out-of-the-box” Youth and Women targeted dairy enterprise programs.

The office holder will strive to ensure that project activities, outputs, outcomes and incomes are equitably distributed to benefit women and Youth.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of the EADD gender strategy in Kenya and revise strategy based on field experiences
• Work with staff and partners to develop and implement a strategy to improve participation of the youth and women in EADD activities
• Work with country team and resource persons in identifying gender training needs of staff and develop training materials on gender as well as coordinating staff training on gender issues
• Facilitate the design and implementation of gender action plans and milestones based on the gender strategy and the existing monitoring and evaluation framework
• Provide technical support (tools, methods etc) to implement activities that effectively integrate men, women and the youth and benefit them as participants in the project
• Review of activities to ensure gender issues are sufficiently integrated into the training materials, annual work-plans and budgets
• Work with the Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator to ensure effective monitoring and reporting of gendered indicators and milestones
• Conduct regular monitoring visits to project sites
• Ensure quarterly reporting on progress against the project strategies, with information on achievements, challenges and areas of support needed

Required Skills and Experience

Education

• A Bachelors degree in Social Sciences i.e. Gender and Enterprise Development, Anthropology, Rural Development, Sociology, Economics, Agricultural Sciences or related discipline

Experience

• Extensive knowledge in gender, agriculture and rural development, including demonstrated expertise in conducting gender analysis, gender assessments, and/or gender-focused research of agricultural issues especially related to dairy
• At least 3 years of experience working on gender issues preferably in agriculture, rural development and/or livestock production and marketing
• Previous experience working with youth and developing strategies for youth participation in rural development programs
• Must be a team player and have proven ability to work collaboratively with people at different levels, including colleagues, partners and donors.
• Willingness to travel extensively to the field

Language Requirements

• High Level of proficiency in written and oral English.
• Knowledge of Kiswahili is an added advantage

Women candidate are encouraged to apply

B: Investment Advisors

Summary of Position Responsibilities

The Investment advisor will work with the farmer business associations in tracking of Heifer and farmer investments in the chilling plants, ensuring that investments are sound and have reasonable returns within reasonable time.

Some of the primary key responsibilities include:

• Carry out financial analysis for each investment by farmers and Heifer and advise accordingly;
• Work on plans for farmers to buy back Heifer shares and the loans are serviced on timely basis, both for new and old investments;
• Advise both farmers and Heifer on new and on-going investments, both strategically and operationally;
• Support the dairy enterprises in measurement and performance of contracts, operational expenses, farmer payments, identification of other business opportunities related to the dairy enterprise;
• Support the enterprises in enforcement of contracts with customers, transporters, service providers, maintenance and compliance with licensing and taxations;
• Prepare investment reports to the management as required.

Qualifications

• The investment advisor must have a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business related degree with knowledge on financial and business analysis.
• She must have at least 3 years working with farmers either in credits or investments.
• CPA section IV and above qualification is an added advantage.

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Project Officer Job in Kenya - Japan Center for Conflict Prevention (JCCP)

Project Officer Job in Kenya - Japan Center for Conflict Prevention (JCCP)

JCCP is a Non-Governmental Organisation established in 1999 in Japan. JCCP’s mission is to contribute to global peace and security by building human capacity for conflict prevention and peace-building.

JCCP specialises in capacity building of NGOs and civil society, community security, experts’ training in peacekeeping operations, peace-building for civilian, police and military, education and livelihood support. JCCP has 3 sub-offices worldwide; Macedonia, Southern Sudan, and Kenya.

Closing date: 17 Oct 2010
Location: Kenya - Nairobi

JCCP Representative Office in Kenya is currently supporting training at International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) in Kenya, and Project Officer will support Project Manager in this project. Additionally, Project Officer will assist JCCP Representative Office in developing new projects in Kenya and/or Somalia.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Representative of JCCP Kenya, the duties and responsibilities of the Project Officer will be as follows:

• To participate in curriculum development at IPSTC;
  
  
• To assist JCCP Tokyo and Kenya Office in identifying lead or sub facilitators;
• To provide administrative and logistical support to the identified facilitators and lecturers;
• To compile a quarterly report to IPSTC;
• To assist Project Manager in monitoring and managing of the budget;
• To participate in project development;
• To provide other support as required.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in project management with NGOs / UN;
• University degree in international relations or political science;
• Experience in facilitating a training;
• Experience in project development;
• Fluency in English;
• Good command of computer applications, Microsoft Office Word and Excel in particular;
• Self motivated and ability to achieve outputs;
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with supervisors, colleagues and partners.

Additional assets:

• Master’s degree in peace studies, conflict prevention or development studies;
• Academic or professional backgrounds in peace-keeping, security sector or DDR (Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration);
• Fluency in Somali

How to apply

Please send a detailed CV with contact details of three references and a cover letter to kenya@jccp.gr.jp

The email application should be marked as 'Application for PO' in the subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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