AMREF Research Officer Job Vacancy in Kenya
AMREF is the largest indigenous health development non governmental organization based in Africa.
AMREF works with and through African communities, health systems and governments, and aims to close the gaps that prevent people from accessing their basic right to health.
Showing posts with label Research and Development. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Research and Development. Show all posts
February 9, 2011
APHRC Research Officer Job in Kenya
APHRC Research Officer Job in Kenya
The African Population & Health Research Center (APHRC) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to conducting high quality and policy relevant research on population, health, education and development issues facing sub-Saharan Africa.
The African Population & Health Research Center (APHRC) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to conducting high quality and policy relevant research on population, health, education and development issues facing sub-Saharan Africa.
Online Media Business Analyst Job in Kenya
Online Media Business Analyst Job in Kenya
Business Analyst – Online Media
Analysis & Strategy
Reporting, Segmentation and Optimization
High growth sector
Dedicated to product innovation, customer focus, and organizational excellence, our client is a new online brand with an already-strong market position in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Comprehensively backed by significant international companies and investors, our client is poised for rapid growth and success.
Business Analyst – Online Media
Analysis & Strategy
Reporting, Segmentation and Optimization
High growth sector
Dedicated to product innovation, customer focus, and organizational excellence, our client is a new online brand with an already-strong market position in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Comprehensively backed by significant international companies and investors, our client is poised for rapid growth and success.
December 21, 2010
Latest Laikipia University College Job Vacancies in Kenya
Latest Laikipia University College Job Vacancies in Kenya
(A Constituent College of Egerton University)
Office of the principal
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions:
A. Administration Division
1. Deputy Principal (Administration, Planning and Development)
Grade 16
Ref:LUC/DP/07
1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants for this position should satisfy the following minimum qualifications:
* Be at least an Associate Professor with an earned PhD from a recognized university in a relevant discipline including but not limited to Economics, Finance, Project Planning and Development, Business and Administration
(A Constituent College of Egerton University)
Office of the principal
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions:
A. Administration Division
1. Deputy Principal (Administration, Planning and Development)
Grade 16
Ref:LUC/DP/07
1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants for this position should satisfy the following minimum qualifications:
* Be at least an Associate Professor with an earned PhD from a recognized university in a relevant discipline including but not limited to Economics, Finance, Project Planning and Development, Business and Administration
November 18, 2010
Kenya Ministry of Defense (KMOD) PEPFAR Program: Quality Assurance Coordinator Job Vacancy
Kenya Ministry of Defense (KMOD) PEPFAR Program: Quality Assurance Coordinator Job Vacancy
The Kenya Ministry of Defense (KMOD) PEPFAR Program is supported by the Walter Reed Project and seeks to improve the management of HIV in the military throughout the country. The Program coordinating office is located at KEMRI/Walter Reed Project offices off Mbagathi Road.
In order to continue providing the required care, monitoring and evaluation services to Kenya Military, KMOD PEPFAR Program seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced person to fill the following position:
Job Title: Quality Assurance Coordinator
The KMOD/WRP Quality Assurance Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring all KMOD/WRP studies and projects are of the highest quality.
The responsibilities will be in the areas of:
* Directing the staff in the execution of clinical protocols
* Monitoring and Evaluation
* SOP Development and Maintenance
* Lab Quality Control.
He/she will be reporting directly to the program Director.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop overall Quality Assurance master plan for all studies and program activities with the approval of the Director. These plans will be used by the Quality Assurance Coordinator and the KMOD/WRP staff to guide and ensure that all aspects are being maintained at their highest levels.
These activities include, but are not limited to the following areas:
The Kenya Ministry of Defense (KMOD) PEPFAR Program is supported by the Walter Reed Project and seeks to improve the management of HIV in the military throughout the country. The Program coordinating office is located at KEMRI/Walter Reed Project offices off Mbagathi Road.
In order to continue providing the required care, monitoring and evaluation services to Kenya Military, KMOD PEPFAR Program seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced person to fill the following position:
Job Title: Quality Assurance Coordinator
The KMOD/WRP Quality Assurance Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring all KMOD/WRP studies and projects are of the highest quality.
The responsibilities will be in the areas of:
* Directing the staff in the execution of clinical protocols
* Monitoring and Evaluation
* SOP Development and Maintenance
* Lab Quality Control.
He/she will be reporting directly to the program Director.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop overall Quality Assurance master plan for all studies and program activities with the approval of the Director. These plans will be used by the Quality Assurance Coordinator and the KMOD/WRP staff to guide and ensure that all aspects are being maintained at their highest levels.
These activities include, but are not limited to the following areas:
November 16, 2010
Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA) Chief Managers and Managers Job Vacancies in Kenya
Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA) Chief Managers and Managers Job Vacancies in Kenya
Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority is a state corporation established in 1974 by the Act of Parliament Cap 443, to undertake integrated planning, development coordination, and management of the resources within the Tana and Athi basins.
The Authority seeks to recruit the following Chief Managers and Managers.
A) Chief Managers
1. Chief Manager: Planning, Research and Development
Job Descriptions
* Reporting to the Managing director.
* Plan, direct and coordinates product research and development activities for the Authority
* Designs, develops, and improves new or existing projects/products and directs the formulation and testing of new product.
* Creates and /or develops products relating to defined client needs or internal direction of research efforts.
* Review professional journals and scientific papers to keep abreast of changes in processing methods, product reformulation and Legal and Regulatory affairs which could impact Authority’s mandate or processes.
* Develops monitoring and evaluation framework for the Authority activities.
* Manages planning, research resources within budget and project schedule.
* Supports of and involvement in the Authority policies, procedures, programs and activities.
* Responsible for the maintenance, development and assisting in the implementation of all statutory and non statutory plans as pertinent to the work of the department.
* Provide staff with advice and support on planning policy matters.
* Ensure the provision of timely professional advice to the management on matters relating to the progress of the department.
* Keep service related systems and procedures under review and implement changes where appropriate, including the use of new technology in delivering the planning service and in order to deliver Best Value.
* Responsible for conducting performance appraisals, promote continuing professional development of staff within the department and setting standards of performance and to monitor achievement.
Qualification and Experience
* A minimum of an MBA or Master degree in Development Planning, Strategic Planning, Economics or Statistics.
* Demonstrate clear understanding of the role of Regional Development in Kenya’s social economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030.
* Must be computer literate with knowledge and experience in data analysis and planning software’s.
* 10 years of management experience.
2. Chief Manager: Technical Services and Operations
* Reporting to the Managing Director
* Provides technical direction for the development, design and systems integration for the service engagement from definition phase through to implementation.
* Provide overall leadership, coordination, management and supervision of specific technical services and operations including engineering works with the RDA.
* Co-ordinate implementation of the schemes within the area such that human, water, animal, land and other resources are utilized to the best advantage and to monitor the design and execution of planned projects within the area.
* Co-ordinate and present abstraction and use of natural resources, especially water, within the area and to set up effective strategies of such abstractions and usage.
* Cause and effect the construction of any works deemed necessary for the protection and utilization of the water and soils of the area.
* Ensure that land owners in the area undertake all the measures specified by the Authority to protect the water and soils of the area.
* Spearhead and supervise identification, collection, collation and correlation of all such activities related to the use of water and other resources and also economic and related activities within the area as may be necessary for the efficient forward planning of the area.
* Account on the delivery of the set technical services and operations targets and provide regular monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
* Applies significant knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service of the Authority.
* Reviews work of development teams.
* Recognize system defenses and implements effective solutions for agricultural, engineering, mining and environmental activities.
* Manages technical resources within budget and project schedule.
* Consistently delivers high-quality services to the Authority and / or clients.
Qualification and Experience:
* A minimum of a Masters degree in Agricultural Engineering, Natural Resource, Civil Engineering or other related field from a recognized university.
* Must be registered by ERB (Engineers Registration Board) in case of Engineers.
* Must have served in a senior management position in the infrastructure sector in Kenya for at least 10 years.
* Demonstrate a clear understanding of the role of regional development in Kenya’s social economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030.
* Computer literate in AutoCAD and other Computer Aided Design (CAD) engineering design programmes.
3. Chief Manager: Human Resources and Administration
* Reporting to the Managing Director
* Implement work environment baseline survey results and staff establishment reporting.
Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority is a state corporation established in 1974 by the Act of Parliament Cap 443, to undertake integrated planning, development coordination, and management of the resources within the Tana and Athi basins.
The Authority seeks to recruit the following Chief Managers and Managers.
A) Chief Managers
1. Chief Manager: Planning, Research and Development
Job Descriptions
* Reporting to the Managing director.
* Plan, direct and coordinates product research and development activities for the Authority
* Designs, develops, and improves new or existing projects/products and directs the formulation and testing of new product.
* Creates and /or develops products relating to defined client needs or internal direction of research efforts.
* Review professional journals and scientific papers to keep abreast of changes in processing methods, product reformulation and Legal and Regulatory affairs which could impact Authority’s mandate or processes.
* Develops monitoring and evaluation framework for the Authority activities.
* Manages planning, research resources within budget and project schedule.
* Supports of and involvement in the Authority policies, procedures, programs and activities.
* Responsible for the maintenance, development and assisting in the implementation of all statutory and non statutory plans as pertinent to the work of the department.
* Provide staff with advice and support on planning policy matters.
* Ensure the provision of timely professional advice to the management on matters relating to the progress of the department.
* Keep service related systems and procedures under review and implement changes where appropriate, including the use of new technology in delivering the planning service and in order to deliver Best Value.
* Responsible for conducting performance appraisals, promote continuing professional development of staff within the department and setting standards of performance and to monitor achievement.
Qualification and Experience
* A minimum of an MBA or Master degree in Development Planning, Strategic Planning, Economics or Statistics.
* Demonstrate clear understanding of the role of Regional Development in Kenya’s social economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030.
* Must be computer literate with knowledge and experience in data analysis and planning software’s.
* 10 years of management experience.
2. Chief Manager: Technical Services and Operations
* Reporting to the Managing Director
* Provides technical direction for the development, design and systems integration for the service engagement from definition phase through to implementation.
* Provide overall leadership, coordination, management and supervision of specific technical services and operations including engineering works with the RDA.
* Co-ordinate implementation of the schemes within the area such that human, water, animal, land and other resources are utilized to the best advantage and to monitor the design and execution of planned projects within the area.
* Co-ordinate and present abstraction and use of natural resources, especially water, within the area and to set up effective strategies of such abstractions and usage.
* Cause and effect the construction of any works deemed necessary for the protection and utilization of the water and soils of the area.
* Ensure that land owners in the area undertake all the measures specified by the Authority to protect the water and soils of the area.
* Spearhead and supervise identification, collection, collation and correlation of all such activities related to the use of water and other resources and also economic and related activities within the area as may be necessary for the efficient forward planning of the area.
* Account on the delivery of the set technical services and operations targets and provide regular monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
* Applies significant knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service of the Authority.
* Reviews work of development teams.
* Recognize system defenses and implements effective solutions for agricultural, engineering, mining and environmental activities.
* Manages technical resources within budget and project schedule.
* Consistently delivers high-quality services to the Authority and / or clients.
Qualification and Experience:
* A minimum of a Masters degree in Agricultural Engineering, Natural Resource, Civil Engineering or other related field from a recognized university.
* Must be registered by ERB (Engineers Registration Board) in case of Engineers.
* Must have served in a senior management position in the infrastructure sector in Kenya for at least 10 years.
* Demonstrate a clear understanding of the role of regional development in Kenya’s social economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030.
* Computer literate in AutoCAD and other Computer Aided Design (CAD) engineering design programmes.
3. Chief Manager: Human Resources and Administration
* Reporting to the Managing Director
* Implement work environment baseline survey results and staff establishment reporting.
October 20, 2010
Kernel Consulting Data Analysts Jobs in Kenya
Kernel Consulting Data Analysts Jobs in Kenya
Ref: DA/R/05/2010
The Company:
Founded in 2009, the Kernel Consulting plays a pivotal role in Research, Policy Analysis and Financial/Management Consultancy services, throughout the Horn of Africa region. The Kernel consulting is a research organization/entity, registered in Kenya.
We operate primarily in the Great Lakes region but are happy to assist clients elsewhere, internationally.
Our goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every client by offering outstanding customer service, increased flexibility, and greater value, thus optimizing business performance and improving operational efficiency, as well as for policy formulation. We are young, creative and engage in research projects that produce reliable, relevant and actionable results.
Our consultants are distinguished by their functional and technical expertise combined with their hands-on experience, thereby ensuring that our clients receive the most effective and professional service.
To support the Research division to meet its goals and objectives, we are seeking to recruit Data Analysts.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Perform data analyses and interpretation from collected data
* Complete project reports as per agreed schedules, for clients
* Ensure research briefs for clients are in line with agreed standards
* Drive Research Process with Research Houses
* Analyze and interpret results to deliver business case needs
* Maintain brand knowledge base
* Compile data for ad hoc requests
* Prepare reports/presentations of research, consumer insights and conclusions in order to provide actionable recommendations to audience
* Manage the Research Budget
Ref: DA/R/05/2010
The Company:
Founded in 2009, the Kernel Consulting plays a pivotal role in Research, Policy Analysis and Financial/Management Consultancy services, throughout the Horn of Africa region. The Kernel consulting is a research organization/entity, registered in Kenya.
We operate primarily in the Great Lakes region but are happy to assist clients elsewhere, internationally.
Our goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every client by offering outstanding customer service, increased flexibility, and greater value, thus optimizing business performance and improving operational efficiency, as well as for policy formulation. We are young, creative and engage in research projects that produce reliable, relevant and actionable results.
Our consultants are distinguished by their functional and technical expertise combined with their hands-on experience, thereby ensuring that our clients receive the most effective and professional service.
To support the Research division to meet its goals and objectives, we are seeking to recruit Data Analysts.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Perform data analyses and interpretation from collected data
* Complete project reports as per agreed schedules, for clients
* Ensure research briefs for clients are in line with agreed standards
* Drive Research Process with Research Houses
* Analyze and interpret results to deliver business case needs
* Maintain brand knowledge base
* Compile data for ad hoc requests
* Prepare reports/presentations of research, consumer insights and conclusions in order to provide actionable recommendations to audience
* Manage the Research Budget
October 14, 2010
AMPATH Research Data Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya
AMPATH Research Data Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya
The Academic Model Providing Access To Health Care (AMPATH) is a project under the auspices of Moi University School of Medicine and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital whose aim is to provide sustainable efforts in HIV Prevention and Care.
Besides the MTRH site, AMPATH also runs satellite clinics at 25 outreach sites in Rift Valley, Nyanza & Western provinces.
There are several on-going studies on site including community and clinical trials, epidemiological, basic science, social and behavioural studies.
Investigators use existing electronic databases to select cohorts for prospective studies, retrospective reviews including preliminary studies and case studies.
Regional data from East and Central Africa is also used in operations Research.
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the following vacant position in AMPATH Program.
Post: Research Data Manager - AMPATH
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Program manager for Research, the incumbent will among others be responsible of the following:-
The Academic Model Providing Access To Health Care (AMPATH) is a project under the auspices of Moi University School of Medicine and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital whose aim is to provide sustainable efforts in HIV Prevention and Care.
Besides the MTRH site, AMPATH also runs satellite clinics at 25 outreach sites in Rift Valley, Nyanza & Western provinces.
There are several on-going studies on site including community and clinical trials, epidemiological, basic science, social and behavioural studies.
Investigators use existing electronic databases to select cohorts for prospective studies, retrospective reviews including preliminary studies and case studies.
Regional data from East and Central Africa is also used in operations Research.
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the following vacant position in AMPATH Program.
Post: Research Data Manager - AMPATH
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Program manager for Research, the incumbent will among others be responsible of the following:-
October 11, 2010
Research Assistant Job Vacancy
Research Assistant Job Vacancy
Seeking a qualified research assistant who can collect and analyze data to the highest academic standards.
The assistant will assist the lead researcher to collect data and compile a paper on Disaster Risk Management.
The assignment is expected to commence on 18 October 2010 and run for 30 days.
Location: Nairobi – very minimum fieldwork within Nairobi
Compensation: Competitive
Tasks:
1. Review questionnaire and interview schedule of key informants
2. Conduct additional literature review and update paper
3. Collect and compile data from three to four agencies within Nairobi
4. Update all statistical information and analysis
5. Edit, revise and format research findings in accordance with a set framework
6. Update references according to a set format
Seeking a qualified research assistant who can collect and analyze data to the highest academic standards.
The assistant will assist the lead researcher to collect data and compile a paper on Disaster Risk Management.
The assignment is expected to commence on 18 October 2010 and run for 30 days.
Location: Nairobi – very minimum fieldwork within Nairobi
Compensation: Competitive
Tasks:
1. Review questionnaire and interview schedule of key informants
2. Conduct additional literature review and update paper
3. Collect and compile data from three to four agencies within Nairobi
4. Update all statistical information and analysis
5. Edit, revise and format research findings in accordance with a set framework
6. Update references according to a set format
October 8, 2010
African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) Jobs in Kenya
African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) Jobs in Kenya
The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) was established in 1988 as a public not-for-profit organization devoted to the advancement of economic policy research and training in Africa.
The Consortium’s mandate and strategic intent is built on the basis that sustained development in sub-Saharan Africa requires well-trained, locally based professional economists. AERC agitates the provision of capacity building in economic policy in Francophone and Anglophone African countries through provision of support in the areas of policy research and training.
AERC seeks to recruit qualified and experienced economists and other professionals to support its capacity building initiative in one of its key partner government ministry in Kenya.
The overall responsibility of the economists and other professionals to be recruited is to provide analytical support to policy research, policy analysis and formulation and economic management covering the following areas:
1. Macroeconomic and microeconomics analysis:- This will entail Sectoral Analysis; Macroeconomic Policy Analysis and Modeling; and Financial Analysis.
2. Fiscal Policy Analysis, including, Project Analysis; Tax Policy Analysis; and Budget Analysis.
3. Inter-Governmental Fiscal Analysis and Reforms.
The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) was established in 1988 as a public not-for-profit organization devoted to the advancement of economic policy research and training in Africa.
The Consortium’s mandate and strategic intent is built on the basis that sustained development in sub-Saharan Africa requires well-trained, locally based professional economists. AERC agitates the provision of capacity building in economic policy in Francophone and Anglophone African countries through provision of support in the areas of policy research and training.
AERC seeks to recruit qualified and experienced economists and other professionals to support its capacity building initiative in one of its key partner government ministry in Kenya.
The overall responsibility of the economists and other professionals to be recruited is to provide analytical support to policy research, policy analysis and formulation and economic management covering the following areas:
1. Macroeconomic and microeconomics analysis:- This will entail Sectoral Analysis; Macroeconomic Policy Analysis and Modeling; and Financial Analysis.
2. Fiscal Policy Analysis, including, Project Analysis; Tax Policy Analysis; and Budget Analysis.
3. Inter-Governmental Fiscal Analysis and Reforms.
VSF Belgium Terms of Reference for consultancy on Salary and Benefit Survey
VSF Belgium Terms of Reference for consultancy on Salary and Benefit Survey
Introduction
VSF-BELGIUM is a recognized developmental International NGO founded in 1995 working with disadvantaged communities to increase their standards of living, improve food security and livelihood sustainability through improved animal health and animal production.
In East Africa, our programmes focus on community based animal health services, capacity building of local institutions and governments, conflict mitigation and sustainable natural resource management.
Background
Currently there is a salary scale in place in East-Africa (Kenya, Sudan, and Uganda).
However this needs to be re-evaluated inline with current market rates by an internal committee through the guidance of an experienced consultant.
We are therefore looking for an experienced and qualified consultant (s) to carry out this survey
The specific objectives are:-
- To have a fair pay system and benefits that will attract, retain and motivate staff
- To compare the internal pay and benefits with the external market in our countries of operation i.e. Kenya, Uganda and Sudan.
The Value we expect to get out of the salary survey
- To have a consistent salaries scale in place for each of our countries of operation i.e. Kenya, Uganda, and Southern Sudan.
- To have attractive benefits for our staff in comparison to other organizations Execution
- The Consultant will draft a work plan on the salary survey and benefits exercise to be done with the internal team.
- The exercise should commence by 30th October 2010 and be completed by 30th November 2010
Qualifications
The consultant for this assignment will be expected to have:-
- At least 10 years experience in Job Evaluation and grading
- Proven track record for excellent results in Salary and benefits surveys.
- Knowledge and experience in external pay structures and benefits in Kenya, Uganda and Sudan
- At least 10 years work experience on Salary Surveys and benefits within the East Africa region will be desirable
Contact Information
Interested expert(s) (individuals or consultancy firms) should submit proposals indicating relevant qualifications and experience as well as a detailed execution plan for this assignment. The expected fees and possible starting date should be indicated.
Please send the proposal, a motivation letter and CV with at least three (3) referees by email (reference “Salary and benefits Survey 2010”) to recruitment@vsfb.or.ke by 20th October 2010
Introduction
VSF-BELGIUM is a recognized developmental International NGO founded in 1995 working with disadvantaged communities to increase their standards of living, improve food security and livelihood sustainability through improved animal health and animal production.
In East Africa, our programmes focus on community based animal health services, capacity building of local institutions and governments, conflict mitigation and sustainable natural resource management.
Background
Currently there is a salary scale in place in East-Africa (Kenya, Sudan, and Uganda).
However this needs to be re-evaluated inline with current market rates by an internal committee through the guidance of an experienced consultant.
We are therefore looking for an experienced and qualified consultant (s) to carry out this survey
The specific objectives are:-
- To have a fair pay system and benefits that will attract, retain and motivate staff
- To compare the internal pay and benefits with the external market in our countries of operation i.e. Kenya, Uganda and Sudan.
The Value we expect to get out of the salary survey
- To have a consistent salaries scale in place for each of our countries of operation i.e. Kenya, Uganda, and Southern Sudan.
- To have attractive benefits for our staff in comparison to other organizations Execution
- The Consultant will draft a work plan on the salary survey and benefits exercise to be done with the internal team.
- The exercise should commence by 30th October 2010 and be completed by 30th November 2010
Qualifications
The consultant for this assignment will be expected to have:-
- At least 10 years experience in Job Evaluation and grading
- Proven track record for excellent results in Salary and benefits surveys.
- Knowledge and experience in external pay structures and benefits in Kenya, Uganda and Sudan
- At least 10 years work experience on Salary Surveys and benefits within the East Africa region will be desirable
Contact Information
Interested expert(s) (individuals or consultancy firms) should submit proposals indicating relevant qualifications and experience as well as a detailed execution plan for this assignment. The expected fees and possible starting date should be indicated.
Please send the proposal, a motivation letter and CV with at least three (3) referees by email (reference “Salary and benefits Survey 2010”) to recruitment@vsfb.or.ke by 20th October 2010
October 4, 2010
GBV Peace and Conflict Resolution Survey Consultancy Opportunity
GBV Peace and Conflict Resolution Survey Consultancy Opportunity
Terms of ReferenceConsultant wanted: Consultancy for Knowledge Attitudes and Practices (KAPs) survey on GBV and Peace and Conflict Resolution in Kakuma refugee camp
Consultancy duration: 8 weeks
FilmAid International:
Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power of film to reach large numbers of people with critical information in a compelling visual format, overcoming language and literacy barriers. FilmAid uses films that are both educational and entertaining to draw audiences’ attention to subjects of vital concern to their health and well-being.
From the outset, the protection of women and girls has been a priority for FilmAid. Through our extensive work on the ground, FilmAid has developed a participatory methodology that engages people of concern on issues concerning women’s and girls’ protection with great success, leading to proven changes in attitudes and behaviors.
Working with other relief agencies and community leaders, FilmAid identifies emerging critical issues and develops appropriate film messages to help educate and inform. People of concern participate actively in the creation of these films, and the resulting pieces are widely distributed and screened throughout beneficiary communities through daytime screenings, video workshops and evening screenings In this way, FilmAid is able to respond to an immediate, unmet need for locally relevant messaging. Through real collaboration, FilmAid’s community-based films support the work of other aid agencies and effectively address the issues and concerns of beneficiary communities.
Problem Description
While forcibly displaced men and boys also face protection problems, women and girls are particularly exposed to serious protection problems related to their gender, their cultural and socio-economic position, and their legal status, which means that they may be less likely than men and boys to be able to exercise their rights. Displacement that normally strips individuals of their livelihoods, companionship and even dignity has led many, especially men and boys to live in frustration and anger which they in turn vent on women and girls by violating their fundamental rights.
Cases of Sexual and Gender Based Violence are usually rampant in refugee camps. This is also worsened by the fact that social norms and values are eroded or in some cases non-existent in these camps where everyone is basically trying to survive in very harsh environments and conditions. In such cases, the very people who are supposed to be the guardians of women and girls turn out to be perpetrators of violence. Every year, many cases of SGBV are reported in the Kakuma refugee camp despite coordinated efforts by humanitarian organizations mitigate the impact of SGBV.
Various forms of SGBV including wife beating, psychological violence, forced/early marriages, rapes and defilements are reported to be on the increase. From January to August this year, a total of 293 SGBV cases have been reported compared to 303 cases reported from January to November 2009, an indicator that the cases reported by end year will be higher than those reported last year.
Wife beating cases so far constitute 15%, psychological violence against adults 39%, forced marriage 3 %, defilement 6% while forced separation stands at 5% of the SGBV cases were reported. Many of the SGBV cases have been reported mainly from the Somali and Sudanese communities. This is mainly attributed to the cultural practices of these communities. With the increase in population of Somalis who were relocated to Kakuma from the Dadaab refugee camps, these cases are bound to increase. The Somali population is now the highest in the Kakuma refugee camp.
Overall, 676 cases of conflicts and human rights abuses were reported from all the communities in the camp in the course of the year, as compared to 405 cases received in 2008, representing a 40 % increase in the number of human rights abuse cases reported. The increase may be attributed to the increase in population in the camp especially due to the Somalis relocated from Dadaab.
Out of these cases, 32 percent were from the Somali community and 68 percent were from other nationalities. The nature of the cases varied from insecurity, assaults, shelter & land disputes, harassment, forced marriages, fights, child abduction, and domestic violence.
Despite the concerted efforts by UNHCR, LWF, The Kenya Government and other organizations working together to set up structures to handle these disputes and offer trainings there is still a lot of work needed to be done to sensitize the community and address SGBV and peace building & conflict resolution issues in the camp. A mass information strategy needs to be effected with urgency.
As part of its response to protection needs of the refugees, FilmAid seeks to develop a video based project addressing issues of GBV and Peace & Conflict Resolution in the refugee camps, whose main objective will be to reduce the risk of GBV and improve quality of response. As such, FilmAid seeks the services of a consultant to undertake a KAP survey related to this and related topics.
Terms of Reference
July 19, 2010
Fortune Consulting Research Analysts Job Vacancy
Fortune Consulting Research Analysts Job Vacancy
Job summary:Our Client is a leading risk advisory firm providing assessment and modeling services to the international insurance industry.Major multinational insurance companies rely on its proprietary risk models to evaluate and project risk related to Catastroph...
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Source: Kenyan Jobs :: A Collection of Jobs in Kenya
July 17, 2010
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) Jobs in Kenya
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) Jobs in Kenya
Job summary:The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights is an independent National Human Rights Institution established in 2003 through the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act.It is the State’s lead agency in the promotion and protection of human rig...
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Source: Kenyan Jobs :: A Collection of Jobs in Kenya
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