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Administrative and Finance Assistant, Kenya

JOBfrom Project Concern International Closing date: 21 Aug 2017
Job location: This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya with some travel to pastoral counties within the country where the application is relevant.

We are seeking a local Kenyan candidate for this position.

The Administrative and finance assistant will be part of the team that aims to help pastoralists make informed migration decisions through relevant digital information. Project Concern International (PCI) seeks to recruit individuals who are passionate, knowledgeable and experienced administrative work and have basic financial skills. The program is looking for people who are excited about the opportunity to work on a social enterprise project that could have huge impact for some of the most marginalized populations in Kenya and across the continent. The social enterprise will be focused on product testing, launch, marketing and sales of the AfriScout mobile application to pastoral communities in Kenya’s Arid and Semi-Arid Lands. The successful candidate’s assignment will involve office management, support in procurement, preparation of financial requisitions and other administrative work.

Here is the program you would serve in this position: AfriScout

Key Duties and responsibilities:

Administrative work

Draft and type routine correspondences

Maintain filing and other office systems

Handles communication including telephone, fax and email

Assists in preparing programs for visitors, including hostel bookings, airport transfer, ticketing etc.

Support in arranging travel schedules and related logistics (including fund monitoring), together with expense claims for staff

Maintains office environment and stationary supplies with appropriate records
Liaises with the appropriate units for repair, supply and maintenance of office facilities

Procurement

Completing procurement forms – procurement requests, purchase orders etc.

Simple bid analysis

Carrying out due diligence on suppliers

Financial support

Assists in processing financial requests- payment requests, travel advance request etc.

Assist in completing expense reports

HOW TO APPLY:
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Great Lakes Voluntary Intern

JOB from Amnesty International Closing date: 22 Aug 2017
VOLUNTARY INTERN FOR THE GREAT LAKES TEAM

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

Duration: 6 months

Days per week: Minimum of 3 days per week

Location: Nairobi

We are looking for a voluntary intern to work with the Great Lakes team for 6 months, for at least three days a week and preferably 5 days.

Although the voluntary intern'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 voluntary intern, which will aim to assist the team in fulfilling its strategic objectives, while making the best use of the voluntary intern's own skills, interests and experience.

Undertaking a voluntary internship 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 voluntary internship does not lead directly to employment with Amnesty International.

The successful voluntary intern would be expected to carry out the following tasks:

1 Human rights monitoring: Monitor newspapers, online and social media, and reports from partners on a daily basis. 2 Basic research tasks: with guidance from the team, carry out research on specific issues and ongoing developments and share findings with the team. 3 Database management: Maintaining and updating logs on human rights violations and abuses as well as individuals at risk. 4 Filing: Assist with electronic filing and filing of hardcopy materials. 5 Administrative support: Assist with tasks such as mailing, event organization, and organizing contact databases. 6 Basic translation: Assist with translation of communications and inquiries from the general public in French or other languages.

We would expect the successful voluntary intern to have the following skills and experience:

1 Interest in and knowledge of the social, political and human rights context of the Great Lakes region - Rwanda and Burundi. 2 Background through study, work or other experience in a relevant area, such as human rights, law, international relations, political science or social sciences. 3 Commitment to Amnesty International's mandate. 4 Strong attention to detail. 5 Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and to multi-task. 6 Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Word and Excel. 7 Fluent written and spoken English and French. 8 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 9 Experience of working as part of a team.

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.

Kindly apply online on www.careers.amnesty.org. Deadline: 18th August 2017.

HOW TO APPLY:
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Child Rights Governance Programme Officer

JOB from Save the Children Closing date: 18 Aug 2017
Child Rights Governance Programme Officer

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Role Purpose:

The CRG Officer is primarily responsible for the coordination, implementation of the Thematic Programme on Child Rights Governance and ensuring the achievement of the CRG strategy and programme objectives.
The CRG Officer is also responsible for the joint planning and ongoing relationship with CRG partners. He/she is responsible for providing supervisory support to East and Southern African partner's overall programme activities and take overall responsibilities for the organizational capacity development (OCD) of CRG partners in East and Southern Africa.
The CRG Officer is further expected to support the Senior Program Manager in liaising and coordinating partnerships with the regional bodies including the East African Community (EAC), Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC), as well as provide coordination support for the effective implementation and reporting of the African Children's Charter Project (ACCP).
The CRG Officer will contribute to developing project proposals and monitoring budget spends against program detailed implementation plans.
Contract Duration: 1 year

Location: East and Southern Africa Regional Office - Nairobi

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in social sciences, international relations and/or related fields
At least three years' relevant experience working with non-government organizations
Good understanding of child rights governance issues in the region
Knowledge of regional bodies such as the African Union, East African Community and SADC will be an added advantage
Good understanding of the programme management cycle including financial and operational processes
Proven ability to handle challenging work load with high attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure, without compromising quality of work

Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;

Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills;

Commitment to Save the Children values

Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy

Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.

Disclaimer:

Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents

HOW TO APPLY:
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Re-Advertisement: Admin and Finance Assistant – Wajir

JOB from Danish Refugee Council Closing date: 18 Aug 2017
BACKGROUND
Danish Demining Group (DDG) is part of the Danish Refugee Council (DRC). DRC has operated in Kenya since 2005, and DDG’s programme in Kenya started in July 2012. DDG has armed violence reduction programmes in many other countries in the region including Somaliland, Somalia, Yemen, South Sudan and Uganda. One of DDG Kenya’s three thematic focus areas is community safety in border areas. This position is established to support the implementation of the Collaboration for Improved Border Security and Management (CIBS) Programme in Wajir

PURPOSE
The Admin and Finance Assistant (A&FA) supports the Project Coordinator in implementing the CIBS programme in Wajir, in relation to all financial aspects of the project. The A&FA will ensure efficient and effective financial/administrative operation of DDG’s Wajir office and the project activities. She/he will ensure compliance with DDG’s Operations Handbook alongside donor policies, procedures, guidelines and rules. She/he will seek and receive policy guidance/ instructions and support from the Head of Admin and Finance and the Regional Finance Officer.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Finance Roles

Maintain financial files (physical and soft copies) and records according to DRC Operations handbook;
Assist with preparation of budgets;
Implement financial policies and procedures;
Establish the cash requirements, and maintain adequate cash levels and related cash controls, safe custody of safe keys;
Ensure weekly cash counts and reconciliations by DDG Operational office are regularly conducted and reviewed;
Ensure month end cash counts are properly supervised and submitted to DDG office in Nairobi;
Confirm that full accountabilities (documentations) are obtained for all expenditures and validity of claims all financial claims;
Ensure weekly cashbooks’ preparation with complete documentations for all the projects for reviewed weekly by Project/Finance manager;
Ensure transactions are properly recorded and entered into the cash books on a daily basis;
Maintain and reconcile daily, weekly and monthly cash books and budget follow ups;
Prepare and reconcile bank statements;
Ensure that monthly cash books are regularly submitted to the Regional Grants;
Process approved payments of supplier / service provider invoices on the basis of complete documentation;
Prepare schedules for all taxes withheld or paid on a monthly basis where relevant and submit to the Regional Grants Officer for verification before submission to the relevant authorities;
Assist with the monthly, quarterly and annual DDG and donor reports preparation;
Supporting Grants Officers/managers and Project Managers to adequately prepare for both internal and external audits;
Ensure copies of project files and related documents are submitted to the DDG Country office, Nairobi for back up storage in both hard and soft copies.
Keep copies of all documents submitted to DDG’s Country office in Nairobi in file for reference;
Scanning of vouchers and supporting documents and sees that proper filing is done in accordance with donor requirements and / or DDG Operational Handbook;
Inform the Regional Grants Officer and the CSPM of all financial issues which can affect the ex*****on of the project;
Ensure the safeguarding of all available funds;
Prepare Payment Vouchers and review Order Requests in accordance with the approved authority Matrix and running budgets;
Reconcile the accounts payables;
Accurately prepare the necessary documents, compile source documents and daily postings of all the paid transactions in the cash books;
Reconcile the accounts receivables/advances and Issue receipts for all the funds received;
Prepare and submit staff details including Timesheets to Human Resources Officer for verification and computations;
Manage asset transfer in the field;
Asset tagging and update of the inventory list. Administrative Tasks

Responsible for efficient functioning of the field offices in the field;

Responsible for the storage and restocking of office consumables (Stationery and Kitchen etc) for field offices;

Advice and support the CSPC or the designate on all administration and premises-related matters within the office;

Coordinate and forward to the Regional Admin and Finance Officer all travel requirements local and international and procure travel tickets;

Monitor all service contracts (compound, internet etc.) and forward renewal contract needs to the Regional Finance and Admin Officer. Ensure related contract payments are done before expiry of contract period;

Supervise Office Attendants, cooks, cleaners and similar staff;
Responsible for update of all e files in the back-up hard drive on a weekly basis;
Responsible for timely scanning of all vouchers and timely submission to the Nairobi office for onward dispatch to HQ on a monthly basis;
Support the Regional Finance and Admin Officer in the creation of standard Contracts for Works, Goods and Services in line with local regulations;
Ensure a proper filing system is put in place at FO level for any Contracts in a separate file, using a chronological sequencing of contracts per project. This requires the release of Statements of Contracts for each Contract as per DRC template;
Ensure contracts are respected and paid for according to agreed terms of payments;
Manage any other relevant administrative management issues;
Uphold the DRC’s Code of Conduct;
REPORTING ARRANGEMENTS
Line manager: CIBS Project Coordinator, Wajir

Other key relationships: Internal: AVR Manager, DDG Country Manager Kenya, Head of Finance and Admin, Regional Finance Officer

External: Auditors, Suppliers.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS

A recognised accounting qualification (CPA or ACCA)
A basic degree (Economics / Accounting / Finance or Business Administration) or compensating relevant work experience.
2 years experience in financial management/administration within an non-governmental organisation (NGO)
Experience in donor compliance
Experience of donor reporting ideally within the NGO sector
Experience of analysing financial information
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Fluency in one of the local languages spoken in Wajir is an advantage;
Fluency in English. Strong command of written English and ability to speak clearly to various audiences;
High degree of computer literacy; including high capacity to use excel.
PERSONAL QUALITIES

Organised, punctual and delivers on time,
Strong ability to motivate and inspire staff and partners,
Excellent networking skills,
Passionate about promoting a Kenya free of armed violence and conflict
Intelligent and creative mind that will enable him/her to identify new and suitable solutions to local safety needs; Diplomatic, patient and persistent,
Analytical and able to present logical arguments,
Curious and seeks out information, strong drive to learn new things and improve own capacity,
Takes initiative – identifies what needs to get done and does it,
Hard working and driven to achieve objectives, Able to work under minimum supervision
A good team player, culturally sensitive and able to resist external pressure
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Duty station: Wajir with extensive field travel within Wajir and Nairobi for official duties.
Contract: 12 months - with possibilities for extension. Salary and conditions in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Kenyan National staff.
Start date: As soon as possible.

GENERAL
Commitments: DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework into the work of DRC (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html).

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Knowledge Management Consultant

JOB from Options Consultancy Services Closing date: 20 Aug 2017
The Girl Generation End FGM Grants Programme, funded by the Human Dignity Foundation, aims to build the Africa-led movement to end FGM by enabling grassroots organisations working to end FGM to access small grants. The programme is looking for a consultant to help improve the current grants knowledge management process.

Summary purpose and objective of role

The Knowledge Management Consultant will be in charge of developing a knowledge management process for the End FGM Grants Programme – a 10 country programme which currently manages over 100 grantees and is rapidly expanding. The knowledge management process will improve the current storing system and allow the team to identify relevant stories easily and quickly against different themes or categories. The consultant will also be in charge of completing the process for all Year 1 (2016) grants and drafting success stories for the three current countries: Nigeria, Kenya and the Gambia.

The position will be based in Nairobi and is expected to work in liaison with The Girl Generation and End FGM Grants staff in Nairobi and London. The consultancy is expected to last up to 20 days between mid-September and mid-November 2017

Person specification

· The candidate will hold at minimum a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject (statistics, research methods, development, etc.)

· The candidate will have experience in designing knowledge management process for complex programmes from multiple countries and partners

· The candidate will have strong expertise in story-telling and written documentation of stories

· The candidate will be fluent in English. Fluency in French and/or Arab would be an added advantage.

· The candidate will have an understanding of and personal commitment to international human rights principles, including women’s and children’s rights

· Candidates are require to have the right to work in Kenya

About Options

Options Consultancy Services Limited was established in 1992 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marie Stopes International. We are a consultancy organisation providing technical and management expertise in the health and social sectors to governments and international development partners to transform the health of women and children. We provide information, expertise and influence to governments, health workers, NGOs and businesses to catalyse change so that health services can be accessed by the people who need them most.

The Girl Generation End FGM Grants Programme, which is funded by Human Dignity Foundation, aims to build the Africa-led movement to end FGM by enabling grassroots organisations working to end FGM to access small grants through a flexible and accessible process. The purpose of the funds is to accelerate social change to end FGM through communications, advocacy and campaigning. The Girl Generation End FGM Grants Programme has so far awarded grants in Nigeria, Kenya and the Gambia.

For more info, see our website

HOW TO APPLY:
· See full advert on our website

· To apply, please send your CV with a summary note of your skills and experience to Marion Pobo [email protected]. Candidates should state the role in the subject header

· Closing date for applications is Sunday 20th August

· Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.

Intern in Communication

JOBfrom Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe Closing date: 31 Oct 2017
Project Description

Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe (Johanniter) is working, in Kenya, with Africa Inland Church Health Ministries (AICHM) and other partners. The overall objective of this partnership in Kenya is to reduce mortality and morbidity by improving the health conditions and reducing vulnerability of people. Johanniter’s intervention aims to improve the provision of and access to quality health care, the support of improved nutrition for children under five (5), pregnant and lactating women and other vulnerable people, improve food security and strengthen resilience of vulnerable communities.

Johanniter wants to reinforce its communication done presenting the work done by partners and on key humanitarian issues affecting Kenya. Johaniniter also intends to gradually integrate and promote SBCC (Social Behavior Change and Communication) approach in all its programs.

To help doing so, Johanniter is looking to planning to provide opportunity to a total of three (3) interns in communications, during the year, increasing their skills and providing a first work experience while contributing to the organization in strengthening up its communication capacity. Each internship will have a duration of 4 months. We are currently looking at selecting interns for the first (now) and second round (around October-November).

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Overall job purpose

While increasing skills, knwoledge and experience applied to the working environemnt:

Produce communication materials (including text, photographic, videographic) on program activities, ongoing strategic initiatives, partners programs and particulalr strenghts, and on general humanitarian issues affecting Kenya but from a positive perspoective focusing particulalry on local, national and regional capacities and opportunities.

Continue contributing to the development of the communication strategy that Johaniter can achieve in Kenya on communication.

Iniitate to SBCC approaches and how can SBCC be integrated in ongoing and in-development projects.

Tasks

On producing communication materials

Develop communication material in text, photographic and video formats as required by the program, the partners, the activities, etc.

Produce series of articles, blogs, etc. that can be used in-country and internationally

On short term strategy

Participate actively in work session aiming at strengthening Johanniter’s and partners’ communication strategies.
On SBCC

Develop an increased exposure for both Johanniter and the intern on the SBCC approach

Help bringing projects and programs design to integrate relevant SBCC components.

HOW TO APPLY:
The position is open to Kenyan citizen only.

Send a motivation letter describing your interest and motivation on communication in general and your strengths on the various media support. Define where you feel is your greatest strengths. Explain also, beside media and communication, your actual knowledge on SBCC (Social Behaviour Change and Communication) and your interest (or no interest) in the approach.

Candidates will be pre-selected for interviews based on the quality and creativity of this motivation letter. Be convincing, and do not hesitate to think outside the box. Clarity, capacity to quickly pass your points and expressing your personal vision will be key elements that will be assessed in this motivation letter. Focus on yourself and what you want to bring, not on generic things.

DO NOT SEND CERTIFICATES at this time.

Send three references with their contacts. Indicate their relationship with you and in which context do they know you.

These should be sent to: [email protected] indicating ‘Communication Intern’ and your name in the subject field.

Applications for the first round will be open until August 31st COB.

Applications for the second round will be open up to October 31st 2017 COB, but applications will review during that period and interviews may be conducted before October 31st.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Finance Officer- East Africa RIGO System Strengthening Program

JOBfrom Chemonics Closing date: 23 Aug 2017
Chemonics International, a U.S.- based international development consulting firm, seeks a Finance Officer for the USAID/Kenya and East Africa Regional Intergovernmental Organization (RIGO) System Strengthening program. The program will provide organizational assistance to the East African Community (EAC), the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), and selected sub-entities and selected sub-entities. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field required

Minimum 8 years of experience in financial management

Demonstrated experience in managing and supervising a financial and/or administrative team

Experience with donor-funded development projects of a similar scale and scope, USAID preferred

Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity

Professional level of oral and written fluency in the English language required

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, CV, and contact information for three current professional references to this form by 5:00 p.m. (17:00) on August 23, 2017. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

Research, Campaigns and Communications Assistant

JOBfrom Amnesty International Closing date: 08 Sep 2017
Research, Campaigns and Communications Assistant

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. Our East African regional office will work to ensure respect for human rights, and for equal and just societies throughout a vast and diverse geographical area. You'll provide the support they need to succeed.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Based in Nairobi, you'll support the East, Horn of Africa and Great Lakes teams as they develop and roll out research, campaigning, communication and growth strategies. That means maintaining a broad overview of relevant political and human rights developments in the region; liaising with national and local contacts and monitoring media updates and internet searches to keep team members and other regional hubs up to date. You'll also take charge of the administration - everything from planning field research missions and making travel arrangements, to scheduling meetings and drafting and producing vital documents. Producing regular reports on the budget for the department, you'll closely monitor expenses throughout the financial year. And coordinating the work of the team in response to crisis, you'll be central to their ongoing success.

ABOUT YOU

Thanks to similar experience in a similar professional environment, you'll have no problem prioritising and coordinating multiple projects with minimal supervision. A clear, articulate communicator, you'll have a high standard of English and French or Arabic. And as you'd expect, you'll need excellent administrative, secretarial and IT skills as well as plenty of initiative and a proactive approach to problem solving. You'll show agility and resilience when dealing with change, crucially backed up by your sound knowledge of the East African region. Add to this the financial awareness to produce accurate budget reports, and you could soon prove yourself indispensable to the committee members.

ABOUT US

Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people standing up for human rights. Our network extends to more than two million members and subscribers in more than 150 countries around the world. Each one of us is outraged by human rights abuses but inspired by hope for a better world - and together we work to improve human rights through campaigning and international solidarity.

Please note this role is only open to individuals with the right to work in Kenya.

HOW TO APPLY:
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