Kenya/Somalia - Reporting / Communications Officer

Desired start date: 01/02/2015
Duration of mission: 12 months
Place of work:Nairobi (50%) with regular trips to Somalia (50%)
Status / allowances and salaries:According to Scale of Salary

Brief overview of SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL work in the country :

Solidarites International has been operational in Somalia since 2007. SI main areas of intervention are WASH and Food Security. In Kenya, SOLIDARITES has field base in North Horr. Resilience and WASH project are implemented in Marsabit county, with funding from EU and DFID. In Somalia, SOLIDARITES has field bases in two regions: Gedo with offices in Mandera (on Kenyan side), Luuq and Elwaq and in Galgaduud with offices in Adaado and Abudwak. Projects are focusing on WASH and food security. SI secured funding form ECHO, OFDA, CHF and UNICEF. At the time of the writing of this job description SI is also considering opening activities in other locations.

How the mission is organised :

The coordination is based in Nairobi. The Field Team dedicated to Somalia Programs is based in Dadaab and Mandera in Kenya, close to the Somalia Border. Kenyan field office is in North Horr.
Insecurity in Somalia does of course affect our presence on the ground. This situation has deteriorated lastly, affecting all humanitarian activities of all humanitarian actors, and incurring real difficulty of access.
The Kenya/ Somalia mission does not follow a classic set up. There are two different missions followed by the same coordination team. Kenya and Somalia contexts are different. External actors (INGOs, LNGOs, donors, authorities, forums, etc.) are completely separated for Kenya and Somalia missions: it therefore multiplies the workload of the coordination team.

Context of the position

Solidarites International joint Kenya / Somalia mission was opened started in march 2007. SI has been directly implementing programs mainly in South and Central Somalia. In 2014 mission includes operations in one region in Kenya (Marsabit) and 3 regions in Somalia (Gedo, Lower Juba and Galgaduud).
This is a new position created to improve the quality of reporting and proposal writing and therefore alleviate the work load of technical coordinators. It will also help improving in house capacity building and training on reporting and proposal writing issues as well as developing the mission’s communication strategy.
The Reporting/ Communication Officer will be under the supervision of the Deputy Country Director for Programs and will work closely with the field teams – Field Coordinators, Programme Managers – and with the coordination programme team – WASH and Food Security/Livelihoods Coordinators. He/she will work with the Head of Mission on developing the communication strategy and drafting the Mission annual strategy. He/She will work with HoM on training plan for field bases.

Specific objectives

1. The Reporting / Communications Officer (RCO)’s primary role is to produce and synthesize high quality reports and proposals, in close coordination with the CD, DCD programs, program coordinators, field management teams of Somalia mission and the Desk program manager.
2. The Reporting/Communication Officer (RCO) will be involved in monitoring on-going projects in cooperation with M&E assistant. He/She will be also involved in cross-checking data collected in assessment reports and triangulating information used to design proposals.
3. The RCO will be involved in designing a communications strategy for an internal and external audience, in addition to communicating the mission’s successes and stories internally and externally.
4. The RCO will be responsible for training senior colleagues in Nairobi and the field in i) consolidating reports between units and preparing them in a more conducive manner for the targeted audience, ii) identifying communications opportunities and improving the quality of photos, videos, community engagement for reflecting the needs and responses in the communities.
5. The Reporting/ Communications Officer (RCO) will be in charge of training program managers and field coordinators in drafting donor-based reports and consolidating relevant information, depending on the audience and the type of reports.

PROFILE

Education:

• Master’s degree preferably in social sciences, international relations and/or development or other relevant discipline

Experience:

• At least 1 year of related work experience, preferably for an International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) at headquarter or on the field in Programme departments;
• Experience in working in Somalia, preferably being based inside of the country and working with international NGO
• Successful experience in reporting and contributing to proposal writing;
• Experience in direct implementation of programs in Somalia and establishing relationship with communities will be an asset
• Experience in training and capacity building;
• Experience in designing communication strategies and preparing communication materials
• Skills and/or experience in reporting on WASH and Food Security/ Livelihood activities are an asset.

Technical skills and knowledge:

• Good knowledge of donors’ reporting guidelines (ECHO – OFDA);
• Good knowledge of the Project Cycle Management;
• Excellent organizational skills: ability to work independently & productively in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent writing skills in English,
• Ability to synthetize information;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills: ability to effectively liaise with a variety of people in a multi-cultural environment;
• Good computer skills : MS products (WORD, EXCEL, Power Point, Publisher), Internet

Languages:

• English: Fluent with excellent writing capacities
• French: Fluent with excellent writing capacities
• Somali: Fluent with excellent writing capacities

Other desirable qualities: Flexible work attitude and proactive
Creativity and energy to implement new approaches
Ability to work productively in a team environment;
Strong capacity to work with initiative and without close supervision;
Ability to work independently, set priorities and meet deadlines;
Fast learner, multitasking;
Ability to deal with heavy workload and constantly reassess priorities.

Specific context of the area in which the expatriate will be working

Main Working Location: Nairobi with 50% travel to Somalia/Kenya field bases

Nairobi is a relatively safe city, although precautions must be taken. Main risks are from vehicle accidents, mugging, and vehicle hijackings.

Current Field Visit locations and their security context:
a) Dadaab/Dhobley: Operational base for Lower Juba. Significant security issues. Very few extra professional activities possible. Several other NGOs present. Curfew at night. Base is basic.
b) Adaado: Operational base for Galgaduud. Significant security issues. Very few extra professional activities possible. Several other NGOs present. Curfew at night. Base is basic.
c) Mandera/Dollow: Operational base for Gedo. Significant security issues. Very few extra professional activities possible. Several other NGOs present. Curfew at night. Base is basic.
d) Other locations inside Somalia, where travel might be needed (i.e. Galckayo, Mogadishu, Dollow, Luuq, Elwak, Abudwaq, Kismayo, Garowe)

How to apply:

Send a cover letter and CV to the following email address: jobapplication@solidarites-kenya-som.org(Please indicate the job title in the email subject line) or you can send your application online.

Deadline for applications: 10th January 2015. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.

HOW TO APPLY:

CV & Cover Letter
https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/syndicated/private/syd_apply.cfm?I...

Primary Health Care Supervisors, Isiolo County- Kenya

CCM - Comitato di Collaborazione Medica is an international non-governmental organization founded in 1968 in Turin, Italy by a group of doctors and specialized in the health sector. Its core mission is contributing to the development processes which safeguard and promote the right to health, by acting with an integrated approach on the health needs and by influencing the social-economical determinants. CCM aims at the improvement of health conditions of the population in low-income countries and intervenes through projects of international cooperation, education to the world citizenship, advocacy activities and interventions of health promotion in the context of migration processes.

CCM cooperates with the local communities and authorities in order to strengthen and develop the health systems, to improve accessibility and the quality of prevention and health care services. CCM works also to promote health in the communities cooperating with local organizations and promotes an integrated approach to the health by working directly or by cooperating with other local and international organizations in the fields of water, education, veterinary, food safety which help the complete well-being of the individual. Where present, CCM gives an immediate answer to the essential needs also in emergency situations.

In Kenya CCM is working in Isiolo County with the Project****“Improving the Access to Water Sources, Sanitation Facilities and Quality Primary Health Care Services in Isiolo County”****funded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and implemented by the International NGOs LVIA and CCM in partnership with the WRMA-ENNCA and the Isiolo County Department for Health. The specific objective of the Project is to improve access to clean water, sanitation facilities and Primary Health Care (PHC) services in Isiolo County through: (i) an increased availability of clean water for both human and animal consumption; (ii) an increased access to latrines in schools and Health Facilities (HFs); (iii) technical support to Health Centres and Dispensaries; and (iv) health education to raise awareness on the adoption of proper hygiene practices and increase the demand and utilization of the health services

Duty station: 1 PHC Supervisor (Merti), 1 PHC Supervisor (Garbatula), 1 PHC Supervisor (Kinna)

Contract duration: 3 month (probation period), renewable up to 1 year

Deadline for applications: 19th January 2015

Objectives and general characteristics

• Ensure the effective functioning and service delivery of CCM supported health facilities in the project area;
• Improve and increase the community access and utilization of primary health care services in the project area;
• Facilitate the capacity building of local concerned institutions (Sub County Health Department-SCHD) and local health staff;
• Improve the data collection and reporting system, according to DHIS guidelines and tools;
• Improve the link between health services and the promotion of hygiene and sanitation practices across the target community, mainly in the areas of epidemiological surveillance, infectious/communicable diseases, water-borne diseases and health promotion;
• Collaborate with CCM project team for the timely and effective implementation of project activities.

Reports to:CCM Health Activities Coordinator (HAC) Isiolo County

Areas of responsibility

· (S)he organizes and conduct with SCHD joint routine supervision and monitoring of CCM supported health facilities in the area of intervention (Isiolo, Merti and Garbatula sub Counties, Isiolo County);

· In collaboration with the SCHD, (s)he oversees the implementation of all primary health care activities conducted at facility and community level, including: epidemiological surveillance, Ante Natal Care (ANC), Maternal and Child Care (MCH), Out patients Care (OPD), Essential Programme on Immunization (EPI), Health Education and community awareness, Laboratory services;

· In collaboration with SCHD, (s)he assists health facility staff in the proper collection and registration of relevant health data and patients’ and drugs reports keeping,

· (S)he links with the concerned SCHD for: (i) the supportive supervision of health facilities, (ii) the registration of health data and related reporting at County level (DHIS), (iii) the promotion of community involvement/participation, (iv) the involvement and coordination of Community Health Units (CHU) and Community Health Committees (CHC);

· In collaboration with SCHD and CCM International Medical Experts, (s)he organizes and implements trainings and refreshment trainings for the local health staff, based on identified training needs and according to GOK trainings guidelines;

· (S)he trains and supervises Community Health Workers (CHW) to improve Hygiene and Sanitation awareness and health-seeking behaviour of the communities in the project catchment areas;

· In collaboration with SCHD, (s)he organizes and promotes raising awareness and sensitization campaigns on health prevention, hygiene practices and access/utilization of primary health services;

· In collaboration with local authorities, (s)he builds the capacities of CHC to improve community involvement on health related issues;

· If required, (s)he participates in the conduction of need-assessments and/or surveys in the project catchment area and assists the HAC in the development of new project proposals,

· (S)he provides monthly reports to the HAC on the activities carried out (including cash book) and collaborates with the HAC for the organization of the monthly and quarterly activities plan.

Requirements:

· Relevant BSC and/or academic qualification as clinical officer, registered nurse/midwife, Public Health officer or similar;

· At least 2 years of relevant work experience in the primary health care supervision activities;

· Fluent in both oral and written English;

· Basic IT skills;

· Teamwork inclination;

· Flexibility and willingness to work in remote areas;

· Holding of valid driving licence F (for motorbike 125 cc and above).

Additional preferable qualifications:

· Short trainings on community mobilization, health community-based approach, etc.

· Previous experience as trainer;

· knowledge of local languages (Swahili, Borana, Samburu, Turkana).

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants are requested to submit the updated CV, cover letter with the indication of 3 references and copy of the driving licence F (for motorbike 125cc and above) to the following CCM contact:

Rossella Carnevale Isiolo – Kenya Office Health Activities Coordinator Comitato Collaborazione Medica P.O. Box 409 60300 Isiolo - Kenya hac.isiolokenya@ccm-italia.org

Local candidates from Isiolo County are encouraged to apply Please specify in the subject line application for: PHC Supervisor ISIOLO

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Pan Africa Gender Justice Lead

Pan Africa Gender Justice Lead

Level C1 Global

Contract type: Open Ended

Salary: GBP26,364 – GBP35,656 net per annum plus other competitive benefits

To be based in Nairobi Kenya

The Oxfam Pan Africa Programme works with CSOs and their coalitions, the African Union and Governments to popularise, advocate for and implement key international and continental policy standards, pledges and human rights instruments nationally.

The Role

We are looking to recruit a Pan Africa Gender Justice Lead to lead on policy and strategy development for Pan Africa projects on gender justice. Reporting to the Pan Africa Director, you will work and represent Oxfam within partner alliances to deliver on agreed advocacy plans and strategies related governance and gender justice issues. You will actively lobby and maintain networks with policy makers at continental and national levels, support fundraising efforts by the Pan Africa Director and provide specialist on continental policy standards. You will be responsible for training and mentoring of staff, partners and alliances in Africa. You will support and mentor policy and advocacy staff and senior managers in lobbying activities. He/she will support fundraising efforts by Pan Africa Director producing clear and quality concept notes, proposals as supporting partners and alliances/coalitions fundraising.

The Person

In addition to a Masters degree in Gender and Women’s Studies, Law, International Relations and/or a relevant social sciences degree, you will have in-depth demonstrated experience in public policy advocacy. You will bring proven experience of public policy advocacy, media communication in Africa and sound understanding of gender equality and women’s rights in Africa and the work of non-governmental organisations and other players in the sector. You will posses excellent communication and analytical skills with diplomacy and tact coupled with a drive to achieve results. You are committed to promoting gender equity and diversity, and will show an active commitment to promoting the interests of marginalized people in all aspects of the organisation’s work.

HOW TO APPLY:

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Oxfam's values and beliefs. If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please download the full job description and apply onlineusing this link to apply: http://bit.ly/148Oqcz

The closing date is: 15th January 2015.Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.

Senior Brand And Communications Strategist, The Girl Generation

Job:Senior Brand And Communications Strategist, The Girl Generation

Location:Nairobi, Kenya or London, UK

Full time, fixed term to January 2019

Salary:commensurate with experience

Are you a talented, innovative brand manager, passionate about women and girls rights? A unique opportunity to make a game changing contribution to a major global movement has arisen for a highly skilled individual.

Bringing an end to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in one generation is now a growing reality. The Girl Generation: Together to End FGM is an exciting and innovative social change communications programme managed by Options, which aims to accelerate social change in countries most affected by FGM across the African continent.

The Girl Generationis seeking a dynamic Senior Brand and Communications Strategist to provide strategic brand planning expertise. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of efforts to transform the lives of millions of girls across the African continent and beyond, and will have unparalleled opportunities to influence, inspire and motivate others, both on the global stage and in some of the most affected countries across the African continent.

The Senior Brand and Communications Strategist will possess excellent strategic brand planning skills, a high level of insight into how communications can help to change attitudes, social norms and behaviours, and the ability to lead the design and implementation of integrated campaigns at multiple levels. S/he will take a participatory approach to brand planning, facilitating the identification of shared goals among diverse groups of stakeholders.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to info@thegirlgeneration.org

Closing date: Friday 16 January 2015

Options is an equal opportunities employer.

Lubricant Sales Representative- Kenya

KenolKobil Limited seeks to recruit suitable qualified individuals for the position of Lubricants Sales Representative in our Special Products Department based in Kenya.

Qualifications

 1.      A Holder of Bachelor’s Degree in the following:

·         Mechanical Engineering

·         Chemical Engineering

·         Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Physics

2.      Work Experience in the following Areas would be an added advantage

 ·         Busy Industrial organization preferable in maintenance

 ·         Experience in a motorcycle franchise

 ·         Experience in transport or fleet accounts in maintenance

 3.      Experience in Lubricants sales in a busy organization.

If you fit the qualifications and attributes above please e-mail your C.V and cover letter to hr@ke.kenolkobil.com.

 *Please indicate the position you are applying for in the email subject line.

Head of Mission Kenya

Secours Islamique France (SIF) is a Non-Governmental Organization of international solidarity based in France. Founded in 1991, SIF is a non-profit and non-political organization that intents to help, to bring relief and to protect the lives of those threatened by natural disasters, armed conflicts or by economic collapse.

SIF intervenes in more than 30 countries around the world through operations of emergency relief, rehabilitation and development.

SIF provides its help in respect of the cultural diversity, without any distinction of origin, religion or gender.

In response to the current crisis in Kenya, SIF is expanding its humanitarian response. In view of this operation, SIF is recruiting a head of Mission (M/F).

He/ She will provide the overall leadership and strategic direction for SIF’s operations in Kenya and for the overall program development and implementation.

He/she will be responsible for the management of the staff, for representing the organization and managing the security of the mission.

The position in based in Nairobi.

Missions and activities:

Leadership of the country Program

• Establish, maintain and develop SIF’s presence in Kenya
• Establish, coordinate and manage the overall planning and direction of SIF's operations
• Develop and maintain a coherent strategy that contributes to SIF's global objectives
• Assess and respond as necessary to changes in the external environment ensuring these changes are reflected in the country strategy and project plans

Program management

• Develop and maintain a coherent medium to long term strategy in the Horn of Africa that contributes to SIF's global objectives
• Monitor the humanitarian situation in Kenya and work with Program Coordinator on the appropriate course of action
• Ensure context changes are included and reflected in the country strategy and project plans
• Participate in senior level coordination forum for Kenya

Staff Management / Human Resources

• Provide leadership and management to the Kenya coordination team
• Develop a staffing structure and ensure the roles are filled when funding is secured, for programme implementation to start
• Ensure required resources are mobilized and appropriate to the programme goals/size and review staff levels as the situation evolves. Ensure that personnel are funded within the frame of programme budgets
• Ensure line manage senior staff, including regular performance management and appraisals
• Support national and international staff, ensuring that the individuals work effectively together as a team to achieve the programme objectives
• Ensure the transfer of knowledge and skills development

Representation

• Represent SIF, coordinate and advocate on key issues with local and national authorities, UN agencies, donors, INGOs and NNGOs.
• Develop collaborative and open working relationships with partners and beneficiaries
• Meet key representative of Ministries of Kenya government, to understand the system and priorities
• Identify the sponsors and contribute to reinforce professional relations
• Undertake discussions with donors in country and develop funding strategies and donor mapping analyses
• Draw up a financial plan according to the operational objectives
• Write or supervise the financing proposals
• Check and transmit regularly the various reports to the sponsor
• Manage external communications in collaboration with the communications department in HQ. Act as the contact person with press and media
• Liaise and maintain regular communications with various HQ department using the established procedures

Security management

• Responsible for the safety and security of all SIF staff and visitors to Kenya
• Ensure that a safety and security framework for SIF operations in Kenya is developed, communicated, adhered to and regularly reviewed
• Monitor the security context (including participating in local/national INGO/UN security meetings) and act on any deterioration in this that could affect operations and provide guidance to teams/sites as required
• Facilitate the evacuation of field based teams if necessary
• Ensure timely and accurate security / incident reports are sent to HQ
• Maintain regular contact with security key actors

Profile:

• Minimum 5 years of previous experience in humanitarian work, including previous experiences as Country Director, or Assistant regional director, or Chief of Party with INGOs in similar context
• Considerable overseas experience in establishing country programs within an international NGO preferably in the emergency sector with a focus on food security, livelihood, WASH, Shelter other cross cutting issues
• Substantial experience of strategic thinking, including identifying, analyzing, problem solving and responding to opportunities and challenges and the ability to translate these into practical plans of action
• Ability of raising the profile of an organization, strategically networking with government agencies, donors and other international agencies, and using the media as appropriate
• Significant people management, ability to understand the cultural and political environment and to work well with partners including local authorities.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of project planning and budget holding; proposal and report writing
• Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English (and desirably French and/or Arabic)
• Familiarity with Horn of Africa context (especially Kenya)

Terms and conditions:

· Wages to be defined according to profile + per diem

· 1 year contract

• Guesthouse
• 2 days of paid vacation per month
• Return ticket provided, at the beginning and at the end of the mission (only for the country of origin)
• Vacation period of one week, each three months (salary maintained)

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply,please send a resume and a cover letter to:rhp@secours-islamique.org.

Regional Researcher - Great Lakes

Regional Researcher – Great Lakes
Nairobi
Permanent Contract ****$68,699 USD per annum

The mobile revolution. Geopolitical power shifts. A radically altered global economy. The world is changing, and so is the way that people fight for their rights. In order to be effective, Amnesty International’s (AI) International Secretariat needs to change how we work. That’s why we have opened an East Africa Regional Office in Kenya. And why we need your field research expertise with us on the ground.

About the role

As a research-based campaigning organization, investigating and documenting human rights issues is fundamental to our advocacy and lobbying work. Our Ethiopia and Eritrea Researcher will take the lead in initiating research and action for change on human rights issues from the East Africa regional office by providing regional and thematic expertise, excellent research skills and sound political judgement. An action oriented approach to your work is essential. You will be required to conduct and co-ordinate research activities, monitor, investigate and analyse political, legal and social developments and human rights conditions, give authoritative advice on these areas and prepare human rights action materials.

About you

With experience of working on human rights issues, you must have first-hand in-depth knowledge and experience of Ethiopia and Eritrea and an understanding and awareness of the cultures of the Horn of Africa Region. You'll have a background in activism, academia, law or journalism with the ability to identify and thoroughly investigate those issues and ensure our voice has authority. With your extensive experience of working from the region you will have a strong network and rich experience of undertaking this kind of sensitive work in the field. A natural collaborator you will need proven research and influential communication skills including excellent writing skills, impartial political judgement, coupled with strong strategic thought. Fluency in English is essential, fluency in one of the main languages spoken in Ethiopia or Eritrea would be an added advantage.

About us

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. Already our network of over three million members and supporters is making a difference in 150 countries. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

Please note - Amnesty International do not provide interview or job related training prior to interview, and do not engage with any external suppliers to do so. If you receive any communication from anyone claiming to work on Amnesty's behalf this is a scam and should be reported or ignored.

HOW TO APPLY:

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://careers.amnesty.org/vacancy/942/description

HEALTH MANAGER

Background: The International Rescue Committee has been working in Somalia since 2006, providing essential services to conflict and disaster affected communities. The IRC has been operational in Central Somalia (Mudug and Galgadud regions) and Mogadishu implementing interventions in the areas of livelihood, Governance, protection, GBV, WASH and health reaching out to more than 200,000 conflict and drought affected people.

Scope of work: Under the administrative supervision of the Senior Health Program Manager, the Heath Manager will be the focal point for health care services in Mogadishu. S/he will ensure the implementation of a quality health program for IDPs, returnees and host population, in accordance with acceptable national and international standards. S/he will provide technical oversight to field-based health staff in the area of primary, secondary and reproductive health, with emphasis on coaching national staff to build their capacity. The Health Manager will monitor improvement of all health indicators as per SPHERE/UNICEF/WHO standards in Somalia.

Required Qualification/Experience & Competencies:

· University Degree in Medicine/ Public Health from a recognized institution.

· Minimum three years of field work experience on comprehensive primary health programs in resource poor settings. Experience working with INGOs in IDP settings will be an added advantage.

· Previous experience in coordinating, implementing and managing health programs in developing countries.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills.

· Strong management, assessment, project planning, organizational and interpersonal skills.

· Strong people management and analytical skills.

· Ability to work under pressure in an unstable security environment.

· Ability to multitask, manage pressure and flexibility.

HOW TO APPLY:

Full description of this position and application details can be viewed through our website:

https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=5&...