UNOPS Job Vacancy : Associate Quantity Surveyor

East Africa Hub Design Service Unit (DSU) offers services that are complimentary to the front end of any physical infrastructure project including, feasibility studies, construction assessments, developing standard systems and manuals for infrastructure development with local government counterparts, detailed construction design and documentation with Bill of Quantity and specification. It offers complete turnkey design solutions to serve its clients’ needs.

The Quantity Surveyor Associate shall be responsible for assisting the Quantity Surveyor to ensure timely, cost effective and quality delivery of the projects.

Associate Quantity Surveyor Job Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the DSU Project Manager and under direct supervision of the Quantity Surveyor, the Quantity Surveyor Associate will assist the Quantity Surveyor in performing the following tasks:

• Taking-off and calculation of quantities from architectural and structural drawings and details
• Assist the lead Quantity Surveyor in preparation of detailed Bills of Quantities
• Assist the lead Quantity Surveyor in preparation of valuation for contractors’ payments
• Assist the lead Quantity Surveyor in preparation of valuation of variations if required for on-going DSU construction projects
• Assist the lead Quantity Surveyor in preparation of preliminary cost estimates
• Assist in developing bid and or pre-qualification list as well as responding to and negotiating bids
• When required, assist the procurement team in evaluation of bids and writing tender reports
• Support the assistant Quantity Surveyor for collecting and maintaining construction cost data
• Support the the assistant Quantity Surveyor with drafting specifications and requirements
• Support the the assistant Quantity Surveyor for filing of Design Service Unit documentation

Monitoring and Progress Controls

• Knowledge and capacity to prepare Bills of Quantities for building works to professional and accurate standards to be reviewed by the Quantity Surveyor.
• Ability to prepare appropriate reports as required to be reviewed by the Quantity Surveyor.

Requirements for the Associate Quantity Surveyor Job

• Secondary education is required or; Relevant professional diploma with additional 5 years of relevant working experience or;
• Bachelor’s degree with additional 3 years in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or any other related field
• 7 years of relevant working experience is required.
• Experience working with UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies is an asset.

Competencies

• Integrity and Inclusion:Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
• Leading Self and Others:Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
• Partnering:Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
• Results and Orientation:Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
• Agility:Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
• Solution focused:Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Effective Communication: Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Work life harmonization – UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement
Contract level: LICA 7
Contract duration: 1 Year renewable subject to performance and the availability of funds
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-of…

Background Information – UNOPS

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners’ needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.

Work life harmonization: UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types

East Africa Hub

Located in Nairobi, Kenya, the East Africa Hub manages a growing portfolio of engagements, including associated strategic and operational risks. The East Africa sub-region currently consists of an established Operation Centre in South Sudan and a portfolio of engagements managed by the Kenya based East Africa Hub office. This includes primarily transactional projects in partnership with the Nairobi based UN Agencies UN-Habitat and UNEP, and multiple ‘operational’ projects in Somalia, Tanzania, Burundi, Uganda, Kenya and several island states.

Languages

• Fluency in written and oral English.
• Knowledge of second UN working language desirable.

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Finn Church Aid Job Vacancy : Receptionist

Closing date: 04 Jul 2018

Finn Church Aid (FCA) is Finland’s biggest development co-operation organisation and the second biggest organisation in Finland working in humanitarian aid. FCA is a member of the ACT Alliance (ACT), an alliance of faith-based development and humanitarian aid organisations forming one of the world’s largest aid organisations.

Finn Church Aid Kenya (KECO) is looking for a Receptionist based in Nairobi Office

Primary purpose of the position: Answer and coordinate all incoming telephone calls and serves visitors by greeting, general welcoming, and directing them appropriately; undertaking general administrative duties to a high standard and in a professional manner.

This position is under direct supervision of Finance and Admin. Coordinator

Duties for the Receptionist Job

• Undertake reception and switchboard duties including, providing a warm, professional welcome to all visitors to the Organization in line with the Organization’s Standards, policies and procedures.
• Be responsible for keeping note of staff going out of the office to be able to answer telephones promptly.
• Be responsible to register in the journal and distribute relevant mails to all staff members Nairobi office.
• Disbursement of cheques and office Correspondences to clients and suppliers.
• Prepare packages and request pick up services from courier and taxi companies as needed. Receive. Incoming packages and distribute accordingly.
• Request courier services when needed.
• Planning and Coordinating office meetings and organizing for refreshments.
• Assisting with a variety of administrative tasks including photocopying, Scanning etc.
• Manage inventory of office supplies and equipment.
• Maintain safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk.
• Provide administrative and secretarial support all units.
• Any other duty assigned by Supervisor.

Receptionist Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Business Administration or Human Resource Management or Secretarial Course.
• 3 years’ work experience in an International development agency.
• Good people management and interpersonal skills.
• Written and Verbal communication Skills
• Ability to work under pressure independently and with limited supervision.
• Professional personal presentation
• High levels of patience and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Proficiency in computer MS Office.

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Amnesty International Job Vacancy : Communications Volunteer

Programme: Office: Regional Office for East Africa, the Horn and the Great Lakes

Duration: 6 months

Brief description of the team:

We are looking for a volunteer to work with the Communications team for six months, for at least three days a week and preferably five days. The Communications team is part of the East Africa, the Horn and Great Lakes Regional Office and is responsible for Amnesty International’s media outreach and content in the region.

Although the volunteer’s role will be supervised, he/she will be expected to work independently, use their initiative and manage their own tasks. Willingness to undertake some routine administrative tasks is crucial. Projects will be devised by the team in collaboration with the volunteer, which will aim to assist the team in fulfilling its strategic objectives, while making the best use of the volunteer’s own skills, interests and experience. Please note this is an unpaid position, however we will provide an allowance for travel and lunch.

Undertaking a volunteer opportunity at Amnesty International, one of the world’s leading human rights organizations, can provide valuable experience and you will receive work references at the completion of your assignment.

However, please note that a volunteer opportunity does not lead directly to employment with Amnesty International.

Communications Volunteer Job Responsibilities

• Monitoring of news article hits where Amnesty International has been mentioned and released outputs from the Regional Office.
• Support in drafting content with country teams in line with upcoming and ongoing campaigns.
• Support in preparation of multi-media content.
• Supporting content management on social media platforms.
• Support in content analytics.
• Assist in set up for media interviews.

Qualifications for the Communications Volunteer Job

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications Studies or Journalism.
• Experience in a media, communications, or social media organisation
• Very good IT skills and familiarity with the use of databases.
• Good organisational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with people of all walks of life with good problem solving skills.
• Ability to use graphics design software and video editing suites is an added advantage.

NB: Only applicants who have eligibility, i.e. Kenyan citizens or foreign students with a right to study and work in Kenya, will be considered for the above post.

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International Rescue Committee Job Vacancy : Senior Field Coordinator

Kakuma was established in 1992 and is the largest and third oldest camp in Kenya and it host about 192,000 Refugees majority being South Sudanese, followed by Somalis and others. The Camp has more than 10 different nationalities at present.

Most refugees and asylum seekers who arrived at Kakuma in the last few years are staying with relatives but some have been settled outside in a new settlement called Kalubeyi some 15 kilomters outside Kakuma.

The IRC has implemented refugee assistance projects in Kakuma since 1992 and has been the lead health, and SGBV implementing partner in Kakuma.The IRC provides primary and secondary healthcare services, targeted nutritional services, quality reproductive health, and HIV related services, as well as the protection and empowerment of women and girls.

Scope Of Work:

The IRC seeks an experienced Senior Field Coordinator with significant humanitarian operations experience to manage the IRC’s field offices, staff, and operations. The individual must have previous experience working in volatile environments and in Refugee setting . The Field Coordinator will supervise staff, manage the office premises, liaise with local authorities, and contribute to program design and implementation.

Job Purpose/Objective

The Senior Field Coordinator (FC) plays a key role in the overall leadership and management of the IRC Kenya Program. The senior Field Coordinator leads IRCs response in Kakuma Field Site and is responsible for supporting, coordinating and supervising timely and high-quality program implementation, with a specific focus in ensuring the effective functioning of all the support functions of the program.

Under the supervision of Deputy Director of Operations (DDO), the senior Field Coordinator will be responsible for the overall field coordination, program support, and field office management working in close collaboration with other members of the senior management team including the Country Director, Deputy Director of Program (DDP), Deputy Director Grants & Accountability, Finance Controller, Senior HR Coordinator, Technical Coordinators (Heath, WPE, Nutrition, Monitoring and evaluation Coordinator etc.).

The Field Coordinator will be based in Kakuma and may travel to other field sites as and when is required required.

Senior Field Coordinator Job Responsibilities

Field Office and Program Management

• Oversee day-to-day implementation of all programs in the field site, providing constructive supervision to the program managers to implement, monitor, and evaluate work plans including monitoring & evaluation mechanisms as agreed with the Deputy Director Programs and in coordination with the IRC sector Technical Coordinators.
• In close collaboration with relevant Technical Coordinator(s), lead the field-based teams in the development of new proposals and initiatives for the Kakuma field site in accordance with the country program strategic plan and IRC Strategic Action Plan 2020 framework.
• Participate in the development of budgets for program proposals in conjunction with the grants and finance departments.
• Ensure timely and quality program implementation, reporting, and monitoring.
• Contribute to assessments, program design, and budgeting.
• Ensure programs are in compliance with IRC, donor and national requirements

Grants Management and Reporting

• In close coordination with the Grants department and the relevant Technical Coordinator(s), lead field-level Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings.
• Review operational aspects of internal and external reports from the field site and ensure timely submission as required
• Lead review of Budget vs. Actual expenditure on a monthly basis with staff, ensuring timely and accurate feedback to the relevant Technical Coordinator(s) and the Grants, Finance and Supply Chain departments.
• In collaboration with the Technical Coordinator(s) address any over/under expenditure issues through jointly developed corrective plans.

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Ensure appropriate M&E activities are carried out regularly by program staff in all sectors (data collection & analysis, monitoring of project progress against established work plans, monitoring of established indicators and utilization of results to inform program (re-)design);
• Support for Identifying gaps in M&E systems and make recommendations for improvements;

Strategic Planning

• Support the integration of program activities to create coherent, quality and complimentary programming; Specific focus to ensure strong integration of program support functions with direct program related activities
• Participate in workshops at field level to establish and monitor annual operating plans for the strategic plan;
• Ensure that all project activities are consistent with established best practices and IRC’s Program Framework principles.

Human Resource Management

• Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
• Ensure all staff in the field site know and understand IRCs Global and in-country HR Policies and the IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct. Document and address breaches of policy and disciplinary issues in coordination with the Sr HR Coordinator in a professional manner and in line with the letter and spirit of the relevant policy.
• Ensure the Performance Management cycle is implemented and documented timely for all staff in the field site. Ensure feedback from technical coordinators is sought and incorporated in performance management cycles of program managers and heads of department, including but not limited to technical performance and capacity building needs.
• Provide direct supervision to the field site’s HR lead, ensuring recruitment, staff orientation, and payroll preparation, leave management and exit management processes are carried out timely and in line with relevant policies and procedures.
• Ensure that staff has capacity development plans in place based on documented capacity needs assessments exercise. Work with the appropriate technical resource (for example the Technical Coordinators) to achieve this

Finance and Supply Chain and ICT Management

• In close coordination with the Finance department, lead the development and management of annual, comprehensive and inclusive field operating budgets.
• Oversee the financial management of field office operations by the Program Managers, and the Finance staff, including cash management, issuing and tracking advances, ensuring complete and correct use of all finance forms; timely notice to Nairobi of cash transfer needs;
• Ensure proper financial, supply chain and ICT management systems and control mechanisms are in place and adhered to in line with the IRC’s global and in-country finance and supply chain policies.
• Oversee the carrying out of supply chain support operations by Hagadera supply chain staff, including procurement (both local and through Nairobi), stock management, asset management, vehicle operations, equipment maintenance, and repair (including communications and computer equipment);
• Provide supervision and leadership to the field site’s finance and supply chain teams.
• Review and ensure timely submission of monthly and annual finance and supply chain reports from the field site as required.

Security Management

• Act as IRCs Security Focal Point for the field site.
• Ensure all staff in the field site know and understand IRC Kakuma security regulations; Document and address breaches of policy and disciplinary issues in coordination with the Security Manager.
• Monitor the Kakuma security situation, attend security meetings and inform the Security Manager, and SMT where appropriate, of developments through submission of accurate weekly and -where needed- ad-hoc security and incident reports.
• Participate in the review and update of the country Security Management Plan.
• Assist the Security Manager in developing field specific Contingency Plans, Medevac, Evacuation Plans and SOPs.
• Assist the Security Manager with developing training plans for staff and conducting training.

Representation and Coordination

• Represent the IRC with local government authorities (administrative, sectoral and security officials), non-state actors, UN agencies, NGOs, and donors at the field site level. Engage and or delegate to program staff for sector representation as appropriate.
• Represent the IRC with beneficiaries and communities to encourage accountability to those we serve
• Upon request by the Senior Management Team, organize and facilitate field visits for stakeholders interested in IRC’s Kakuma response.
• Coordinate IRC program activities with relevant officials and other humanitarian agencies;
• Assist in the preparation of regular reports to keep partners and stakeholders informed of IRC’s activities;
• Draft reports and provides verbal updates to the Country Director.
• Actively develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders at the county level including donors, government actors, local traditional leadership, beneficiary populations and their representatives, etc.

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to Deputy Director Operations

The position directly supervises Program Managers; HR lead; Finance Manager and Supply Chain departments in the field site.

Indirect Reporting: None; Direct supervisees have dotted lines to their Program/Technical Coordinators. Other Internal and/or external contacts:

Internal:

• Country Director, Deputy Director Programs, Program Technical Coordinators (Health Services Co; Partnerships & Grants Co; Nutrition Co; WPE Co; M&E Co)
• Finance Controller, Sr HR Co, Supply Chain Co, Security Manager

External:

• Relevant other stakeholders e.g. NGOs UN bodies, local authorities non-state actors

Requirements for the Senior Field Coordinator Job

• Eight or more year’s progressive management and leadership experience with an International NGO.
• Masters Degree in management, International relation, development studies and MBA Bachelor’s degree plus 10 years of relevant experience is Field or Humanitiarian sector will be required.
• Experience managing country program teams with a diverse portfolio; knowledge of major donors (including USAID/OFDA/PRM, ECHO/EC, DFID, CBM , UN Agencies).
• Strong background in Supply Chain, Logistics, Administration and program implementation
• Experience in IT is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing Security in a hostile environment.
• Excellent leadership, people management, interpersonal and negotiation skills and a demonstrated ability to develop harmonious teams in a cross-cultural context.
• Strong diplomatic skills. Ability to establish good working relationships with partners, donors and other stakeholders in a sensitive environment.
• Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• English fluency required.

Personal Characteristics:

• Strong sense of personal integrity.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to live and productively work in insecure, unstable and/or harsh environments
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Desire to learn
• Cultural sensitivity

Standards of Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and several others.

Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

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Action Africa Help – International Job Vacancy : Agricultural Extension Officer

Closing date: 14 Jul 2018

The Somalia programme of Action Africa Help International (AAH-I) is recruiting an Agricultural Extension Officer, who will support in building the capacity of AAH-I livelihood project staff by providing agricultural extension advice. S/He will ensure that the approaches used during implementation are accurate and
effective, conforming to the global best practice while staying relevant to the context of the project.

Agricultural Extension Officer Job Responsibilities:

• Provide relevant training and skills development to community members on conservation agriculture and on-farm water management
• Lead stakeholder dialogue and consultation meetings with project communities
• Coordinate the establishment of kitchen gardens and scaling of successful approaches
• Provide agriculture extension service support to focal farming households
• Support the development of increased market linkages for focal farming households
• Prepare field visit reports
• Coordinate and liaise with other stakeholders in the project implementation
• Advise farmers to adopt best farming practices
• Represent AAH-I in the cluster/donor meetings

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Médecins Sans Frontières Job Vacancy : Press Officer

Médecins Sans Frontières is an international independent medical-humanitarian organization, which offers assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters and to victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation.

MSF is a civil society initiative that brings together individuals committed to the assistance of other human beings in crisis. As such MSF is by choice an association.
Each individual working with MSF does it out of conviction and is ready to uphold the values and principles of MSF.

The MSF movement is built around five operational directorates supported by MSF’s 24 sections, 24 associations and other offices together worldwide. MSF OCBA is one of those directorates. The operations are implemented by field teams and the mission coordination teams; together with the organizational units based in Barcelona, Athens and decentralised in Nairobi, Dakar and Amman. The field operations are guided and supported by 5 Operational Cells, the Emergency Unit and other departments supporting operations, including the Communications Department.

Background:

From 2018, the MSF Nairobi Branch Office (NBO) will be investing in developing a communications department to progressively raise the profile of MSF in Kenya and East Africa and to support ongoing work with the international media based in the region. The communications department will work to increase the knowledge and interest by Kenyan and East African societies of the international causes in which MSF invests, as well as support to MSF’s international communications agenda. During this first stage, the communications team will be comprised of a Head of Communication, a Press Officer (this position) and a Digital Officer (position to be opened in August).

Although the department will have a regional and international scope, during the first year priority focus will be given to Kenyan audiences and therefore to Kenya-based media.

General objective of the position:

The Press Officer manages and implements all press relations and activities in order to increase MSF’s presence in Kenya-based media (and in the media in other East African countries as the NBO develops in the coming years) and establish it as a referent on international humanitarian crises and topics.

Press Officer Job Responsibilities

• Establishes and fosters strong relationships with journalists, editors and producers within print, radio, TV and online media in Kenya and East Africa in order to expand media outreach.
• Proactively pitches stories and contents that help to increase the visibility of MSF in Kenya and East Africa. Proposes, organizes and facilitates interviews, articles, press conferences and briefings with journalists.
• Identifies, develops and implements ideas and opportunities for feature articles and interviews in external media that promote awareness of MSF, its international field work and advocacy efforts.
• Distributes press releases and other information and materials to the media in coordination and conjunction with MSF’s international communications network and adapts them, when necessary, to the specificities of the Kenyan and East African contexts.
• Coordinates and manages press requests, connecting media with MSF spokespeople, experts and field representatives when necessary. Acts as first point of contact for institutional media enquiries from Kenyan media, in close collaboration with communications colleagues in the country.
• Provides media training and coaching on public speaking to MSF spokespeople, including staff and field workers.
• Manages, curates and expands the press contacts list. Develops and updates media mappings of the different countries in the East African region when needed.
• Monitors MSF mentions in the press, as well as other stories of interest to the organisation, producing regular reports of media narratives and trends. Analyzes trends and priority issues in the media agenda, identifying communication opportunities, risks, and advising on strategies.
• Supports other departments in the NBO, such as the East Africa Association in developing and implementing communication and dissemination strategies to achieve their specific objectives, providing the necessary validated operational information and ensuring the quality and consistency of the outputs.
• When requested, gives support to Kenya and East Africa operational missions through proactive dissemination and pitching of their communications packages and materials.
• Develops and implements press strategies to support and extend impact and awareness of institutional events, campaigns and other public communication activities.
• Works closely with other members of the communications department to ensure an integrated and coherent approach to the NBO’s public communication and positioning.
• Maintains regular contact with MSF communications colleagues at a local, regional and international level, in order to share information and best practice, ensure coordination and identify opportunities.
• Is available to act as emergency press officer, travelling to the field in case of major field emergencies, during a crisis, to support journalist visits or to produce content.
• As part of the communications team, ensures the quality and consistency of all communication outputs and public presentations of the different areas and members of the NBO.
• Upholds MSF principles and ethical guidelines at all times.
• Takes part in an on call system to respond to media requests out of hours.

Requirements for the Press Officer Job

• Degree in journalism, communications or related field
• Extensive experience in journalism or institutional press management
• Excellent writing, editing and communications skills in English
• Proficiency in Swahili
• Knowledge of the Kenyan and East African media map

Desirable:

• Previous work experience with MSF or a similar medical or humanitarian organization.
• Photo, video and multimedia skills, including social media

Competencies:

• Commitment to MSF’s humanitarian principles
• Cross-cultural awareness
• Results and quality oriented
• Planning and organizational skills
• Initiative and innovation; capacity to seize opportunities
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Networking skills
• Flexible, hands-on attitude and ability to work in the field/provide support during an emergency or crisis at short notice.
• Stress management

Conditions:

• Annual Gross Salary of KES (Kenya Shillings) 2,358,905 and secondary benefits according to the OCBA Nairobi policy
• Full-time position, based in Nairobi
• Expected start date: ASAP

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DSW Youth Kenya Job Vacancy : Project & Data Officer

Location: DSW Kenya Country Office

Reports to: International Project Manager

The Project & Data Officer will support project-related M&E, reporting and capacity-building towards increased resource allocation and better policies for family planning (FP), SRHR and youth empowerment.

The Project & Data Officer is responsible for ensuring quality in collection, cleaning and entry of project data into project databases as well as ensuring compliance in the use of relevant data tools.

The post holder will support DSW country office teams in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania through project monitoring and reporting (including but not limited to regular and annual written and data reports, outcome analysis, case studies etc.), community engagement/civic education as well as documentation of outcomes and impact stories. S/he will be a member of the DSW regional team in East Africa.

Project & Data Officer Job Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the International Project Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

• Support country M&E officers in regular collection and analysis of information and data in advocacy and capacity-building programming
• Identify and flag inconsistent data reported during project implementation and routine data quality audits
• Participate in identifying training needs and capacity building for project staff and partners.
• Provide support for data collection, analysis, dissemination, and use to the project staff
• Participate in routine data quality exercises with the International Project Coordinator
• Identify and immediately notify national M&E coordinators  of any issues with incorrect, questionable data reported to the project.
• Participate with M&E Team to provide technical support to program staff in the area of M&E;
• Work closely with the project staff to document best practices and knowledge generation for shared learning.
• Ensure an online database is updated with the current data on a regular basis.
• Support the development of annual family planning budget and policy reviews, programme outcome and reports.
• Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of project results and ongoing actions
• Prepare written narrative reports on project progress and achievements.
• Participate in the regional coordination of monthly and yearly reporting proceses for project monitoring and donor reporting.
• Support the planning, organisation and logistical preparations for events and workshops.
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements for the Project & Data Officer Job

• Degree in statistics, mathematics, social sciences or community development.
• Two years’ work experience in international development.
• Solid experience in data quality exercises, data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency in MS-Excel
• Training and capacity building skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and to proactively identify and address data issues.
• Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.

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