Biovision Africa Trust Jobs in Kenya
Biovision Africa Trust Secretariat Coordinator Jobs in Kenya
Specific ResponsibilitiesSupport coordination of the general functions of EOA administration
Attend to strategic and day to day management of EOA Secretariat staff, office and budget
Receive and transmit the CSC’s official communications and correspondence and keep official record of the CSC’s decisions
Schedule CSC and its special committee meetings, draft agendas, invite members and other guests as may be necessary and follow up on relevant agreed action points and recommendations
Prepare minutes of meetings and reports for the CSC and its special Sub-committee
Maintain an active and effective network of international and national organizations for routine communication of progress and results of the activities of the CSC
Maintain the databases of all programmes and projects for routine communication of progress and results of the activities of the initiative
Support publicity and advocacy about EOA through EOA website maintenance by generating and sharing success stories, case studies, news and publications
Liaise with NEPAD and RECS on regular reporting progress and impacts of EOA behalf of the CSC
Liaise with relevant networks, forums and associations that support OA in close collaboration with the CSC
Represent EOA Initiative in relevant forums
Perform other related duties as and when assigned by the BvAT Executive Director or Chair of the CSC.
Key Qualifications:
Education and Knowledge:
At least a Master degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Development Studies or a related course from an accredited institution.
Postgraduate qualifications in Communications, Public relations, International relations, political science, development or other relevant field.
Competence in project planning and management
Experience:
Minimum five years of progressive international experience working with International NGOs and/or Donor agencies preferably with secretariat experience.
Proven experience in fundraising
Experience in implementing monitoring and reporting of sustainable development programmes/projects
Demonstrated coordination experience in multi-agency forums.
Documented skills in developing proposals, budgets and reports.
Proven track record in preparing and presenting winning proposals to secure long term funding from local and international sources
Significant experience in the development of advocacy, policy and key messaging documents (Newsletters and Bulletins).
Previous work experience in Africa is preferred.
Personal Attributes:
Proven communication, public speaking, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Have strong relationship management
Demonstrated leadership and management skills
Willingness and ability to travel locally and internationally.
Ability to prioritize workload and demonstrate deliverables/outcomes.
Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
Knowledge in French language will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Submit a detailed CV and application letter indicating summary of your qualifications and expected salary to info@biovisionafricatrust.org
The closing date for applications is 18th May 2017.
For more information and job application details, see; Biovision Africa Trust Secretariat Coordinator Jobs in Kenya
Biovision Africa Trust Consultant Jobs in Kenya
Key Focus Areas
Specifically, this consultancy will undertake the following tasks:
Examine and assess the reliability and relevance of the governance of the Organisation, the decision making structure and the setup of checks and balances;
Examine and assess the reliability and relevance of the systems for operational and financial controls that exist in each partner organization;
Assess the individual and organisational capabilities, whether the organization has the right personnel with technical competence and organizational capacity to manage and implement project activities from planning to monitoring and evaluation;
Provide recommendations to each partner organisation for improvement of its governance, systems and management, organizational capabilities
for technical and organizational improvement and strengthening.
Specifically, special emphasis was to be placed on the following:
Management and Control of Activities
The organization mandate (from whom, how, when, in relation to target group);
The role of the governing board and members;
The role of director/CEO of the organization (e.g. recruitment, mandate, accountability);
Organizational structure, checks and balances and ways of working e.g. decision-making procedures;
Operational planning, follow-ups and reporting of implementation reports on deviations;
Follow-up of contributions from donors;
Evaluation of results;
Implementation and usage of lessons learnt.
Financial Management
Follow-up of contractual obligations in Agreements of co-operation;
System and routines for sub-granting;
Transfers of funds, Bank and cash management and Bank reconciliations;
Project management systems and charts of accounts and Book keeping system;
Budgeting and budgets follow-ups;
Audit in all parts of the organization including in case of sub-granting;
Resources/competence to act on received audit reports;
Promoting leadership of good administration, transparency in the administration of funds, anti-corruption policy and counteraction of corruption.
Minimum Qualifications
At least a master’s degree or equivalent in agriculture, sociology, development studies, economics or related social sciences.
At least 10 years of experience in conducting midterm assessment/evaluations, impact assessments or similar assignments in agricultural development programmes and projects.
Demonstrated ability to assess complex situations to analyze critical issues succinctly and clearly and draw conclusions and recommendations.
Proven in-depth understanding and consulting experiences on institutional set-up of complex development programmes.
Substantive knowledge of participatory M&E processes and experience with multistakeholder/community development interventions.
Consultants with base or partners in Eastern Africa and Western Africa will be encouraged.
Excellent English, and to some extent French, writing and communication skills. The reports will be translated into French.
How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following:
Technical proposal indicating their understanding of the assignment, proposed methodology for conducting the assignment and work plan.
Financial proposal showing the total cost of conducting the assignment, breakdown of consultancy costs (including man days for each team member), travel and other costs associated to this assignment.
At least one report of a similar assignment conducted in the past three years.
Detailed curriculum vitae of the consultant(s) to be involved in the assignment, with university certificates and relevant supporting documents.
Names and contacts of three referees (phone numbers and email).
A one-page write-up showing why applicants consider themselves the most suitable for the consultancy.
Electronic copies shall be sent to info@biovisionafricatrust.org with the subject heading: Consultancy for Institutional Capacity Assessment of Partners involved in Implementation of the Ecological Organic Agriculture Initiative.
Submit a detailed CV and application letter indicating summary of your qualifications
and expected salary to info@biovisionafricatrust.org
The closing date for applications is 18 May 2017.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Biovision Africa Trust is an equal opportunity employer and eligible women are encouraged to apply.
For more information and job application details, see; Biovision Africa Trust Consultant Jobs in Kenya
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