Helen Keller International Nutrition Programs Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Established in 1915 with Helen Keller as a founding trustee, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. 

Headquartered in New York City, HKI currently conducts programs in 21 countries in Africa and Asia as well as in the United States. 

HKI is known for sustainability, reliability, efficiency and the highest level of technical expertise in fighting and treating blindness and malnutrition. 

To accomplish its work, HKI builds the capacity of local governmental, civil society and private sector systems and infrastructure, and promotes the development of sustained, large-scale programs that deliver effective preventative and curative services for nutrition, control of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) and eye health . 

The hallmark of the organization’s work is its proven effectiveness in developing, testing and scaling-up health interventions, and integrating them within government and community structures. 

HKI is initiating program activities in Kenya and intends to build the program incrementally from the base of our strong partner network and experience in supporting response to the 2011 crisis.

Functional Relationship

The Programs Manager reports to the Deputy Regional Director East, Central and Southern Africa for HKI. 

S/he serves as the senior programs management specialist and is responsible for the overall leadership, design, management and operations of HKI Kenya Programs. 

He/she is the liaison and first-line of contact with HKI Kenya’s key partners and stakeholders including the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation Department of Nutrition. 

The Programs Manager has the primary responsibility for determining overall project strategy, design, goals, and objectives, in consultation with HKI’s partners and managing the implementation of program deliverable.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provides overall leadership, direction and guidance to HKI Kenya’s programs and coordinates with HKI Kenya Office and partners in defining and implementing all program activities to ensure achievement of outcomes and impact.
• Serves as HKI’s program and technical representative to partners, donors and stakeholders in Kenya including the Ministry of Sanitation and Public Health, Department of Nutrition, international and national NGOs, donors, and UN agencies.
• Increases support and provides strategic guidance for the use of nutrition best practices by advocating to key partners and stakeholders, collaborating with implementing partners and advancing country learning through strategic knowledge management.
• Represents HKI at established Nutrition, NTD control and Eye Care forums; networks with key stakeholders within the Kenyan Ministry of Health and Sanitation, the Department of Nutrition, National Eye Care, international organizations, NGO’s, and Bi-lateral Donors to remain aware of key issues and activities in nutrition and eye health;
• Provides support to government partners to coordinate inputs and quality assurance from all collaborators, ensuring transparency, strong communication, and organizational and staff development.
• Identifies/creates innovative programmatic opportunities and project designs aligned with HKI’s Mission and Strategic Plan in Nutrition, NTD control and Eye Health- Vitamin A Supplementation (VAS), Child-Health Days, Food-Fortification and Mass Drug Administration (MDA) for NTD control.
• Ensures that project designs and collaborations with partners/stakeholders comply with agency over-arching themes – evidence-based/reasoned designs, generates knowledge, uses integrated approaches to maximize impact, quality and high potential to scale-up, strengthens capacity, and advocates for sustained systematic change:
• Works closely with the HKI regional and HQ-based nutrition, NTD, and eye health staff to contribute/ develop concept papers, proposals and budgets for donor funding or in response to donor requests for both Kenya-specific and regional initiatives that include Kenya
• Ensures the integrity and quality of project management process for the HKI/Kenya project portfolio – design feasibility, measurable objectives and impact indicators, implementation planning and management; maintains high standards for project monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting, and impact assessment;
• Contributes to the writing of professional papers that supports HKI’s evidence-based approach and advocacy initiatives: the strengthening relevant government institutions in the implementation and monitoring of nutrition/eye health initiatives at the central and district level;
• Actively participates in HKI/Kenya strategic and annual planning and budgeting process;
• Supervises the performance of two direct reports and implements the HKI performance management system for key reporting staff;
• Interfaces with HKI/Kenya finance and operations managers to ensure the timely provision of support services that support programmatic outputs;

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in management, nutrition, public health, social sciences, international development communications or a related field.
• At least 7 years’ experience in developing, leading, managing and implementing large national projects, specifically with experience in two or more of the following areas: management, nutrition, health policy, health systems strengthening, behavior change communication, community development, food security or agriculture.
• Broad understanding of public health in particular in the area of nutrition; knowledgeable about the relevant socioeconomic, institutional policy issues that influence nutrition.
• Professional experience interacting with the government, partners and other relevant stakeholders;
• Effective team leadership and management skills;
• Demonstrated experience working in partnership with international donors and agencies
• Excellent English written and oral communications skills;
• Effective Grant-Writing skills;
• Strong initiative and self-motivation with well-established and practiced organizational and planning skills;
• Comfortable working within participatory management environment, with a commitment to a teamwork approach to work;
• Computer Literate and Proficient in Microsoft Office including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook;
• Willingness to travel within Kenya and occasionally to external meetings and forums within the region/continent;

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements, please send a detailed CV, Application letter stating clearly the position that you are applying for as the subject line, names and contacts of three references, a daytime telephone/ mobile contact to rkatana@hki.org by the close of business on 15th June 2012.

Helen Keller International Nutrition Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya - REGAL IR Project

Established in 1915 with Helen Keller as a founding trustee, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. 

Headquartered in New York City, HKI currently conducts programs in 21 countries in Africa and Asia as well as in the United States. HKI is known for sustainability, reliability, efficiency and the highest level of technical expertise in fighting and treating blindness and malnutrition. 

To accomplish its work, HKI builds the capacity of local governmental, civil society and private sector systems and infrastructure, and promotes the development of sustained, large-scale programs that deliver effective preventative and curative services for nutrition, control of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) and eye health. 

The hallmark of the organization’s work is its proven effectiveness in developing, testing and scaling-up health interventions, and integrating them within government and community structures. HKI is initiating program activities in Kenya and intends to build the program incrementally from a strong program base.

HKI is collaborating with NCBA/CLUSA to respond to the USAID Request for Application (RFA) Resilience and Economic Growth in the Arid Lands-Improving Resilience (REGAL – IR) Project in Kenya. 

The project objective is to enhance resilience of communities in five arid districts in Northern Kenya. 

REGAL will use a Community-Based Natural Resource Management Approach that strengthens communities, local community-based organizations and government capacity to better manage natural resources.

The Nutrition Manager will be part of the Senior Management Team of the project and work closely with the project team, local communities, and local government authorities/technicians to identify opportunities that build nutrition awareness and reduce the incidence of acute malnutrition (wasting) among under five children in the targeted districts. 

S/he will use research-based Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials and relevant Behavior Change Communication (BCC)methodologies to promote behavior change within communities that support improved nutrition practices. 

The Nutrition Manager will draw from different internal project specialists and external consultants to develop an integrated approach to building nutritionawareness based on the Essential Nutrition Actions (ENA) framework and will include home-based food production, meal preparation, as well as improved hygiene and sanitation practices that reduce the incidence of diarrhea. 

The Nutrition Manger will work through communities, local and national government institutions to jointly design, implement, monitor and evaluate nutrition activities to strengthen capacity for sustainable results.

Responsibilities

• Manage the nutrition component of the Regal-IR project and represent HKI as a member of the Senior Management Team for the project; participate in the design and implementation of internal management systems for the project;
• Ensure that gender gap analyses and research evidence informs the designs of all nutrition activities;
• Ensure that REGAL-IR activities are done in partnership and complement ongoing activities supported by other projects (APHIA-Plus, UNICEF, WFP, etc);
• Collaborate with project staff and key stakeholders to identify opportunities, project designs and activities that contribute to improve nutrition practices;
• Together with project staff and other stakeholders in the government and communities, assess the nutritional status through research and informed baseline surveys; Develop project designs that ensure the highest potential for sustainable success in reducing the incidence of malnutrition;
• Provide nutrition technical assistance to project staff provincial and district government counterparts, non-governmental partners and other stakeholders;
• Coordinate and manage the use of research data to develop/refine BCC materials;
• Ensure the pre-testing and revision of all BCC materials developed in areas of nutrition, homestead food production and Hygiene/sanitation; ensure that all BCC materials have technically correct messages and are in line with government policies.
• Develop planning to introduce new BCC materials for use in the training identified partners within the government and communities. Develop and introduce appropriate tools for monitoring and evaluating BCC interventions through key stakeholders.
• Design training programs (including need assessment, training curricula, lesson plans, and training materials) related to nutrition and lead the development of monitoring and evaluation plans following the trainings.
• Collaborate with agriculture and animal husbandry staff in organizing and conducting research and surveys, that inform nutrition activities in home-based food production;
• In collaboration with the project team, implement evidence-based project designs in home-based food production that meet micro-nutrient requirements to improve diet quality;
• Work with Nutrition, Agriculture and Livestock training Officers and other Program Officers in all aspects of training development, including training curricula, lesson plans, and training materials;
• Supervise the performance of HKI staff working within the nutrition component of the Regal-IR project;
• Ensure accurate and timely project and financial reporting that comply with donor requirements for the project;

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Nutrition or related field with strong practical experience in implementing nutrition programming, at both the government and the community levels;
• At least 6 years of related field experience in nutrition programming (e.g., micro nutrients,infant and young child feeding and women’s nutrition), including strong quantitative analytic skills; experience in programming nutrition initiatives through home-based garden, an advantage;
• Practical experience with behavior change communication strategies in support of nutrition programs necessary;
• Demonstrated track record in undertaking and supporting data collection, analysis and report and article writing, including publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Strong technical knowledge of nutrition and food security programs and issues in the developing world, particularly in Kenya, including demonstrated ability to track and disseminate new developments in the field;
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with government, academia, and other stakeholders in Kenya at the national, provincial and district level.
• Excellent oral and written English. Demonstrated ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents, and to prepare presentations and articles.
• Excellent oral and written Kiswahili an advantage;
• Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with external contacts, as well as internal Colleagues;
• Demonstrated team leadership skills that motivate staff and build team cohesion;
• Proven planning and organizational skills;
• Computer Literate in MS Operating Systems, MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); 
• Experience with Epi-info and SSPS an advantage;

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements, please send a detailed CV, Application letter stating clearly the position that you are applying for as the subject line (Nutrition Manager REGAL – IR), names and contacts of three references, a daytime telephone/ mobile contact to rkatana@hki.org by the close of business on 15th June 2012.

Aquaya Program Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya - Monitoring for Safe Water

Job Announcement
 

Program Manager - Monitoring for Safe Water
 

Background
 

Aquaya is a San Francisco-based research and consulting organization dedicated to accelerating safe water delivery in developing countries. 

Our work includes a focus on effective water quality monitoring strategies and policies in a number of countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
 

Although contaminated drinking water is a primary cause of diarrheal disease, reliable and comprehensive information on water quality is limited in developing countries.
 

Through our Monitoring for Safe Water program, Aquaya will partner with relevant water sector stakeholders from at least five countries in sub-Saharan Africa to evaluate constraints to water quality testing in a range of low-resource contexts. 

We will enroll a total of 30 water supply and health surveillance agencies in a payments program designed to incentivize and evaluate achievement of testing targets. 

This three year applied research program is supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
 

Position Description
 

Aquaya is seeking a Program Manager for our Monitoring for Safe Water Program. 

Under the direction of the Senior Program Manager, the Program Manager will be responsible for executing the overall program strategy and work plan and for supervising program staff. 

This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, where Aquaya maintains a regional office. 

We are seeking an ambitious candidate who can lead the expansion of Aquaya’s presence in Sub-Saharan Africa.
 

Responsibilities

• Execute the overall project strategy and work plan
• Maintain daily oversight over program activities
• Directly supervise two Program Associates and an Office Administrator based in Nairobi
• Participate in networking meetings with relevant water sector stakeholders
• Organize program workshops and conference presentations
• With input from the Senior Management team and program partners, manage the development and advertisement of a Request for Proposals to solicit interest in program participation, review proposals, and select program participants
• With support from the Senior Program Manager, develop payment plans and negotiate program agreements with selected participants
• Oversee data collection
• Assist with data analysis, preparation of reports and publications, and other dissemination activities
• Liaise with program partners, including the International Water Association,
• Provide written program updates to the Senior Program Manager at designated intervals
• Work with Office Administrator to track program budget
• Track progress against milestones and timeline

Required Skills

• Demonstrated interest in the water sector and/or international development
• Demonstrated management, leadership, and decision making skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects with attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to challenging circumstances
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
• Fluency in English required. French and Portuguese speakers are encouraged to apply

Required Experience

• Minimum of four years of progressively responsible professional experience
• Graduate degree in a relevant field (international development, public health, civil and environmental engineering, public policy, economics) preferred
• Experience working in Sub-Saharan Africa preferred

Position details
 

This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya. 

This is a full-time, exempt position.
 

Compensation includes a competitive salary commensurate with experience and benefits. 

The target start date for this position is September 1, 2012.
 

Candidate must be able to obtain legal right to work in Kenya.
 

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@aquaya.org.

Closing date: 01 Aug 2012

Handicap International Liaison Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Liaison Officer 

Responsible to: Programme Director
 

Location: Nairobi 

Closing Date: 15th June 2012
 

The Organization
 

Handicap International (HI) is an INGO specialising in the field of disability and development. 

A strong emphasis is placed on empowering people with disabilities through their integration into mainstream development activities and the provision of appropriate health and rehabilitation services to ensure equal opportunities for all.
 

The Position
 

The Liaison Officer’s mission is to ensure that the Programme’s coordination at external level is efficient. Reporting to the Programme Director, he/she guarantees compliance with the country’s legal framework, the general context and head office rules, whilst ensuring that the specificities of the programme are taken into account.
 

He /she is responsible for:-
 

1. Supporting the process of drafting and implementing the Country Programme Framework to ensure that HI’s strategic vision is adapted to the Kenyan/Somalia context and development perspectives.
 

2. Ensuring that HI is well represented within the external meetings with international aid stakeholders and Governmental bodies.
 

3. Ensuring that the programme's administrative team is aware of Kenyan regulation and evolution concerning International NGO working framework in Kenya.
 

4. Ensuring that HI obtains appropriate Tax Exemption and authorisation for International staff to work in the country.
 

5. Providing assistance to the PD on internal coordination and other related activities when needed.
 

Qualifications and skills required:-

Salary will be according to experience
 

If you feel you are the right candidate for this position, kindly send your application along with an up-to-date CV(including 3 referees with their current contacts) by email to :- recruit08@handicap-international.or.ke . 

The email subject line should be marked: “Application for Liaison Officer position”
 

Please do not send your academic and other testimonials they will be requested at a later stage.
 

Only short listed candidates with the above qualifications and skills will be contacted.
 

Any kind of lobbying on behalf of applicants or canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.
 

IMPORTANT NOTICE
 

It has come to our attention that there are some fraudulent advertisements circulating on behalf of HANDICAP INTERNATIONAL. Be fully aware that HANDICAP INTERNATIONAL DOES NOT request for any fees from applicants during the application and/or induction process. 

Any occurrence of this kind is to be reported without delay to hrmanager@handicap-international.or.ke for further action.
 

Handicap International is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females and Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply

Pact Capacity Development Advisor Job in Nairobi Kenya

Title: Capacity Development Advisor
 

Reports to: Kenya Country Director, Pact, Inc.
 

Locations: Nairobi
 

Work Schedule: Full time; Pact, Inc. Kenya regular work hours
 

Benefits: In accordance with Pact, Inc. Kenya’s policies
 

Position Summary: The Capacity Development Advisor will provide high-quality technical assistance to Pact’s capacity development initiatives in Kenya. 

The CD Advisor will also be responsible for documenting capacity development methodologies and approaches, and for supporting a strong Capacity Development Community of Practice. 

In addition, the CD Advisor will be expected to remain up-to-date with the state of the art in African capacity development, and represent Pact’s capacity development core competency both within the organization and externally. 

The CD Advisor will report to the Country Director, Pact, Inc. Kenya with additional guidance and direction from the Global Director for Capacity Development.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:
 

Technical Assistance to projects in Capacity Development Activities

• Lead technical assistance to the FANIKISHA Program in the areas of institutional strengthening and advocacy capacity.
• Support capacity development activities of KCSSP, PEACE II and other Pact, Inc. Kenya projects as requested.
• Support in the design of new projects focusing on institutional strengthening and capacity development
• Enable the implementation, mentoring and monitoring of Pact’s global standards for capacity development programming.
• Lead technical writing for new business development related to capacity development.
• Document capacity development approaches and methodologies used by Pact, Inc. Kenya.
• Other duties as assigned by the Country Director, Pact, Inc. Kenya.
• Collaborate with Pact’s technical experts to design, deliver and document high-quality, demand driven technical assistance to Pact programs.
• Develop and implement trainings, workshops, participatory design processes and consultancies in capacity development for both public and private entities.
• Collaboratively develop and maintain relationships on behalf of Pact’s Global CD Team with a priority on partnerships important to Pact global, regions and field offices.

Minimum Requirements:

• Familiarity with principles of capacity development and their role in fostering social change.
• Experience applying mainstream capacity development tools and approaches including, but not limited to Organizational Capacity Assessment, Institutional Strengthening Planning, Strategic Planning, Training of trainers
• Strong facilitation, teaching and mentoring skills related to capacity development.
• Ability to translate technical information into practical guidance and tools and effectively communicate these using print, electronic and presentation media.
• Ability to work independently and to perform and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Sound networking and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively and collegially in teams.
• Ability to establish and sustain positive relationships with Pact staff, in donor organizations and in peer organizations.
• Sensitivity to other cultures and social systems, and genuine interest in capacity building responses to development issues.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, MS Excel, Quickbase, Desktop Publishing and Web 2.0 applications.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work, up to 50% of the time, in any of the regions in which Pact is operational.
• Minimum 7 years work experience leading capacity development initiatives with both non-governmental, private and government in Kenya, additional regional experience preferred.
• Fluency in English
• Proficiency French and/or Kiswahili preferred

How to apply

Interested applicants should submit an application to kenyahr@pactworld.org. Work experience within the Coastal region will be an added advantage. The deadline of submission: 6th June 2012 mid-night.
 
Disclaimer: This job description summarizes the responsibilities assigned to the position; however it does not contain an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Periodically, employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor and/or Pact, Inc. Kenya. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment at Pact, Inc. Kenya is a voluntary “at will” relationship. This job description may change from time to time.

Pact / KCSSP Project Manager Job in Mombasa Kenya - SAFE Coast Project

Position: Project Manager
 

Platform: Pact – KCSSP SAFE Coast Project
 

Supervised By: KCSSP Deputy Chief of Party
 

Supervises: The Project Manager will supervise, the MERL/Project Officer, Logistics/procurement and Admin Officer
 

Period: 10 months with possibility of extension
 

Location: Mombasa with frequent and Extended travel within the coastal region
 

Work Schedule: Fulltime: Pact (Kenya country office) regular work hours
 

Benefits: In accordance with country office policies
 

Job Purpose
 

Reporting to the KCSSP Deputy Chief of Party, the Project Manager shall be responsible for the implementation and administration of the SAFE Coast project at the coast of Kenya. 

The jobholder will lead in the preparation of work plans, budgets and technical reports as well as collaboration in the monitoring and evaluation of the program in addition to directly overseeing all on-the-ground implementation activities. 

In addition the project manager shall oversees the day to day management of the project, its staff, as well as be responsible in ensuring that property related to the project is handled with utmost caution as per the Pact
guidelines. 

He/She will be Pact’s local representative working with communities, the 10 CSO partners, Peace Committees and local government agencies local administration and any other stakeholders that are part of or involved with the SAFE project. 

This is a Mombasa based position with frequent and extended travel within the coastal region.

Description of Duties
 

Project Management

• Provide leadership, coordination, and management of the Project Implementation Plan
• Ensure implantation in line with budget and project document
• Provide monthly financial forecasts and review expenditure and reports for both direct costs and partners
• Review grant implementation as per calendar to ensure implementation is as per schedule
• Manages and supervises the work of the Project team, and logistics and procurement officer and driver working on this project.
• Ensure donor regulations are respected and all donor and Pact policies and procedures are respected.

Project Coordination

• Liaise on a regular basis with the KCSSP team to ensure the coordination of Safe Coast activities within the larger project.
• Liaises with the rest of the KCSSP and Pact projects in building synergy and sharing of lessons learned.
• Ensure regular coordination and communication with partners.
• Ensure partners are coordinating amongst themselves and sharing lessons
• Liaison, Communication and representation
• Coordinates all external meetings related to the project
• Represents Pact at meetings within the area of operation, the wider network and beyond as directed
• Support in improving networking contacts with external parties through meetings and disseminating timely information
• Strengthen partners’ relations based on respect among equals and geared towards empowering the community.
• Develops and oversees communication and strategies to reach multiple stakeholder groups as per the media component of the project

Monitoring and evaluation

• Preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual reports and reports required
• Oversee the monitoring of the story telling component of the monitoring
• Ensure timely reporting on key issues and trends at the coast as they arise this will include notes from meetings, updates on trends in political situation
• Ensure partners and colleagues are collecting stories and photos of activities to better communicate Interaction with Key Pact and ACT! staff

The Project coordinator will be managed Deputy Chief of Party. 

He/she will interact on a day to day basis and work very closely with:

• Program Manager, Peace building and Conflict Management.
• The KCSSP Chief of Party and Deputy Chief of Party
• The Pact Senior Program Officer
• The Pact Program Officer
• Communications Officer
• The Grants Managers

He /she will also work with all KCSSP peace building program officers including the Democracy and Governance and Monitoring Evaluation Results and Learning teams
 

Skills and Qualifications
 

The minimum requirements:

• A degree in Social Sciences. A Master’s degree in related field an added advantage
• Post graduate diploma in Project Management an added advantage
• 8-10 years experience in planning and or management of program areas, program management in an NGO– experience in Peace building and Governance setting an added advantage
• Experience managing a USAID funded project/ program
• Experience in community based resource management, peace building and governance
• Excellent communication skills both in English and Swahili
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team to coordinate and lead the efforts of other professionals too effectively meet program needs.
• Ability to work effectively with governmental and non-governmental organizations and local communities in carrying out Program objectives
• Knowledge and experience in the implementation of peace and development projects in the coastal region
• Fluency in English
• Proficiency French and/or Kiswahili preferred

Deadline for submission is Wednesday 6th June 2012.
 

Work experience within the coastal region will be an added advantage.
 

When submitting please indicate clearly in the subject field the position you are interested in.
 

Due to the urgency of filling up this position, applications for this position shall be reviewed as they
come in.

How to apply

Interested applicants should submit an application to kenyahr@pactworld.org. Work experience within the Coastal region will be an added advantage. The deadline of submission: 6th June 2012 mid-night.

 

Disclaimer: This job description summarizes the responsibilities assigned to the position; however it does not contain an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Periodically, employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor and/or Pact, Inc. Kenya. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment at Pact, Inc. Kenya is a voluntary “at will” relationship. This job description may change from time to time.

UNICEF Kenya Social Policy Consultant Job in Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
 

Kenya Country Office

Vacancy Announcement – 3 Months

Social Policy Consultant

Date of Issue: 31 May, 2012

Closing Date: 06 June,  2012

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Consultancy in the Social Policy Section, UNICEF Kenya Office.
 

Purpose of the Post:  Consultancy to support KCO to integrate strategies and systems for Monitoring Results for Equity within priority issues in the Country Programme.: NO-C

Scope of Work

The purpose of this consultancy is to support UNICEF Kenya office to undertake all the preparatory activities for conducting a review and repositioning of strategies for monitoring results– this will include undertaking desk review of available literature, bottleneck analysis of identified priority issues, development of a consolidated report and work plan for all programme sectors outlining a consolidated framework for monitoring results for equity within the Kenya country programme.
 

The consultant will build on the findings and recommendations of  background notes from  self-assessments already completed that provide an understanding on the scope and nature of deprivations, and will work closely work with an office reference group, with sectoral teams, and  gender, rights and emergency focal points.

The consultancy will cover three main components listed below:-
 

Part 1: Analysis of status of key issues identified within the Kenya country programmes through document review, bottle neck analysis

• The consultant will undertake a desk review of key documentation in light of the priorities identified by the sections through their self-assessments and conduct an analysis of the current deprivations in relation to the priority issue identified. 
• Together with the programme sections assess and analyse whether the current programme interventions/packages as outlined in the CPAP (post MTR)help to mitigate or prevent these deprivations; as an outcome of the process undertaken, outline the system wide bottlenecks/barriers (enabling environment, supply, demand, quality, quantity) that impact on  effective coverage/interventions;  together with the technical teams finalise evidence based strategies to remove bottlenecks and barriers and  provide concrete recommendations on how to monitor progress at disaggregated and decentralised levels for the different barriers/bottlenecks.
• The report will also document existing opportunities for leveraging for results and present timely course of actions for identified bottlenecks. 

Part 2: Mapping of potential opportunities within the country programme and an assessment of staff capabilities

• The consultancy will undertake country level Mapping and gap analysis of ongoing initiatives that are currently incorporating (or have potential to  incorporate) monitoring of bottlenecks, disaggregated data collection /processing/analysis of relevant data supported by UNICEF and other partners. The goal of the mapping is to document what is happening in terms of internal and partner activities on policy review, research, and monitoring of activities that have the potential to or are addressing the issues and support incorporation of real time monitoring and evaluation strategies. 
• The consultancy will assess staff and partner capacities and identify opportunities for enhancing the capacity of the office to strengthen the relevance and quality of monitoring.

Part 3: Develop a issue specific monitoring framework for management of results for equity and a staff and partner capacity development plan

• Develop/design issue specific framework that promotes real time monitoring and evaluation specifically on the priority area identified; that supports mobilization of and buy in from partners for decentralised monitoring of bottlenecks and solutions to address them, helps prepare participatory monitoring frameworks (indicators, MOV) and assessments; and decentralises monitoring processes (level- district, county); tools and methods for validating existing information.
• Develop a work plan for the roll-out of the issue specific monitoring frameworks and draw a road map for implementation of the frameworks including identification of technical support from the regional office, headquarters etc., a training plan incorporating the above outputs for staff and counterparts and resource mobilization concept note for strengthening and reinforcing MOREs.

Existing Information sources
 

The consultant will look at but not limited to the following key documents: 

UNICEF Kenya’s key documents (CPPA, CPD, RWPs, AMP, IMEP, SitAn, Annual Reports, Surveys, Studies, Assessments, Evaluations, Programme sector background notes, PCA monitoring frameworks, and other relevant country office documents.

GoK and key partner documents (NIMES, Sector monitoring frameworks, joint programme monitoring frameworks); and associated support to national monitoring processes.
 

Language:  Fluency in English required.  

Knowledge of another UN language an asset.

Competencies:

The consultant is expected to have the following qualifications and experience:

• At least a Master’s degree in development cooperation or any other related field
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience and evidence of prior work with in programming, monitoring and research done with or for international organizations with a special focus in developing M&E frameworks for measuring progress towards achieving results
• Relevant work experience in developing countries; knowledge of issues being addressed by national development plans; including UNICEF’s key documents is an Asset
• Excellent research and analytical skills in both qualitative and quantitative analysis; 
• Sound knowledge and practical experience in  developing/designing M&E systems for real time monitoring
• Excellent  command of the English language, with proven writing skills and  good team work
• Proficient in computer skills

Conditions (Important)

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that they forward their applications along with their curricula vitae, to;
 

The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org

Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/SSA/SP/2012/014” in the email subject.
 

Interested candidates should also complete the Personal History (P11) form, which can be downloaded from the UNICEF Kenya website (http://www.unicef.org/kenya).

“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”
 

Zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse
 

UNICEF is a smoke-free environment

Enashipai Resort Jobs in Naivasha Kenya: General Manager, Head of Sales / Marketing, Head of Finance and Head of Human Resources

Located within the splendour of the Great Rift Valley and by the shores of Lake Naivasha, Enashipai is a luxurious resort catering for both leisure and conferencing. 

The resort boasts over 85 lavish rooms adorned with afro-chic decor as well as modern, technologically advanced conference facilities. 

Other amenities include a heated swimming pool, in and outdoor children's play areas, picturesque lakeside events grounds, equipped gym and a business centre.

Our purpose-built spa, opening soon, is the first of its kind in Naivasha and designed to offer guests a relaxing and unforgettable experience.

1. General Manager 

Ref: GM/A1-2012 

Reports to: Board of Directors

Broad function: The General Manager is expected to provide overall leadership, guidance, and direction to the hotel management team as it strives to provide the highest quality in standards and services. 

In addition, this individual acts as the main liaison between the client and resort staff.

The General Manager also ensures that resort and client financial obligations are met.
 

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee the creation and execution of the resort's annual budget through setting and achievement of sales, expenditure and profit targets.
• Recruit, train and monitor staff in all the activities for the resort. This includes scheduling individuals and teams as well as dealing directly with employee problems and ensuring disciplinary action for errant behaviour. 
• Ensuring training standards for all employees that deliver the Enashipai brand promise.
• Establishes and maintains a pro-active human resource function to ensure employee motivation, training and development, wage and benefits administration, and compliance with established labour regulations.
• Providing oversight on all events and conferences taking place in the resort.
• Maintaining product including food quality and room standards as well as service quality standards by conducting ongoing evaluations and investigating complaints.
• Initiating corrective action.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for the board that clearly explain operational effectiveness, trends and variances.
• Maintain strict compliance with all licensing, health and safety codes as well as all statutory requirements relating to the resort's business.

Key Competencies:

• Experience with working with hotel computer systems.
• Strong interpersonal, management and leadership skills.
• Understanding of accounting and financial management issues.
• Demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams and to achieve goals through teamwork.

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, hotel or hospitality management OR Higher Diploma in hotel management - Utalii

Experience:

• 10 years experience in hospitality operations; 5 of which should have been in senior capacity with direct P&L responsibility
• Experience in a chain of hotels with international exposure useful.

2. Head of Sales and Marketing 

Ref: HOSM/B1-2012
 

Reports to: General Manager
 

Broad function: 

The Head of Sales & Marketing is expected to develop and supervise the resort's sales and marketing activities including developing sales forecasts, implementing advertising and promotional programs as well as developing a pricing strategy all of which activities are focused to yield maximum revenue per room occupied through brand recognition. 

The role holder will develop strategies for Corporates, individual business travellers as well as leisure travellers who make up the core customer focus for the resort.
 

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Establish performance goals for all sales managers and sales department employees, and monitor performance on a continual basis.
• Ensure the prompt and systematic servicing of all business accounts (i.e., tracing, booking, contracting, communicating with hotel departments, and following up with group for feedback and future bookings).
• Analyze sales statistics to determine business growth potential.
• Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies for new and existing accounts that will result in meeting and/or exceeding budgeted revenue.
• Maintain senior responsibility for all trade accounts receivables and monitor accounts receivable aging on a proactive basis.
• Plan and coordinate public affairs, and communications efforts to include public relations and community outreach.
• Supervise the planning and development of company marketing and communications materials as well as updating of the resort's website.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to speak and write excellent English with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to use analytical skills to interpret financial information and prepare contracts, letters, reports and budgets.
• Customer service oriented and has passion for the hospitality industry.
• Demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams and to achieve goals through teamwork.

Academic Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
• MBA is preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years experience with a demonstrable track record in sales management. 
• Previous supervisory or management experience in sales, marketing, public relations and/or the tourism industry is required.

3. Head of Finance

Ref: HOF/C1-2012
 

Reports to: General Manager
 

Broad function: Responsible for administration of the resort's accounting, financial planning and tax functions.
 

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the resort's annual budget through setting of sales, expenditure and profit targets as well as establishing a tracking mechanism for budget adherence.
• Develop and continuously administer a departmental profitability analysis and insightful monthly management reporting that drives the right performance behaviour for all functions.
• Coordinate activities with external audit firms as well as the Internal Auditor and implement audit recommendations promptly.
• Develop, implement and maintain accounting and administrative policies and procedures for a wide-ranging set of activities including financial accounting and reporting.
• Report on the hotel's performance and prepare quarterly financial reports covering areas such as operational effectiveness, budget trends and variances as well as cost control initiatives for the General Manager and Board.
• Coordinate and manage the credit control function while ensuring receivables are maintained within the agreed credit limits/age.
• Coordinate payment of suppliers in accordance the hotel's policies and procedures as well as oversee the maintenance of the general ledger;
• Monitor and control the purchases of goods and services at the correct prices, in economic quantities and with acceptable quality.

Key Competencies:

• Proficiency in all aspects of corporate accounting including IAS and IFRS.
• Good knowledge of computerized accounting, financial and management systems.
• Strong interpersonal, management and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams and to achieve goals through teamwork.

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance; CPA (K)
• Masters in Business Administration (MBA)

Experience:

• 10 years experience in accounting; 5 of which should have been in senior capacity with direct staff responsibility.
• Experience in the service industry useful.

4. Head of Human Resources 

Ref: HHR/D1-2012 

Reports to: General Manager
 

Broad function: 

The Head of Human Resources is responsible for planning and directing all human resources programs, policies and activities, including: talent acquisition and retention; compensation; benefits; employee relations; training and development; payroll and human resources information systems.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Design, develop and deliver strategic and operational HR services to the business.
• Lead and manage the following HR processes.
• Talent Management including developing a mechanism for identifying, reviewing and managing talent as well as aggressive management of consistent bad performers.
• Organizational Development including designing and implementing employee job grades and pay scale structures.
• Human Resource Planning including developing a succession planning system, training employees for upward mobility, resourcing new staff and scheduling shifts.
• Performance Management & Development Planning including establishing a half yearly appraisal
• process for the entire staff performance taking into account delivery of financial, operational and quality control targets.
• HR Strategies and Policies Development and Communication including developing and maintaining an employee manual with regular updates on company policy.
• Understanding and aligning the resort's business strategy with the human capital requirements required to deliver the same.
• Ensure compliance to statutory labour obligations.
• Implement wage and benefits administration.

Key Competencies:

• Exceptionally well skilled in the development and management of the human resource function in a fast-paced, results-oriented, growth company.
• Skilled in organizational development and design, particularly as those areas that relate to the needs of a growing business in a competitive industry.
• Hands-on experience with local HR issues in the service industry.
• Demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams and to achieve goals through teamwork.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Academic Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
• MBA is preferred
• Qualification in Human Resources, Industrial / Organizational Psychology and other related fields is a plus

Experience:

• 10 years experience in human resources management, 5 of which should have been in senior capacity in a similar environment.
• Hospitality industry experience would be very useful.

If you feet you have the qualifications to join our winning team, please send your CV and cover letter to jobs@enashipai.com
 

The job title and job code must be indicated in the subject line.
 

To be considered, your application must be received on or before 14th June 2012
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted