Mercy Corps NGO Job Opportunities in Kenya
Mercy Corps NGO Girls Project Officer Job Opportunities in Kenya
IntroductionMercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible.
We help communities survive and move beyond emergencies. When natural disasters strike, economies collapse or conflict flares, Mercy Corps is there.
Responsibilities
Responsible for technical oversight and management of the Girls Improving Resilience with Livestock and Learning (GIRL), a 9-month adolescent girl personal agency empowerment safe space model aimed at supporting human capital development for resilient individuals who are well placed for commercial engagement.
S/he will train staff and partners, providing them with technical assistance; and ensuring that common strategies and approaches are applied consistently in all communities.
tial Job Functions:
Contribute to team work plans and guide successful implementation of GIRL and Learning activities, ensuring teams follow work plans so activities are on time, target and within the approved budget, and program deliverables achieve desired impact;
Provide technical guidance on a 9-month adolescent girls personal agency empowerment safe space model and ensure that interventions are responsive to stakeholders and consistent with Mercy Corps’ relevant program guidelines, principles, values, quality standards and strategic plan.
Engage community members (community representatives, teachers, religious leaders, government officials and gatekeepers) to form an Advisory Committee to support and inform program activities;
Organize community events to sensitize communities on human capital development for resilient communities;
How to apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 27th October, 2017 to:
ke-hrkenya@mercycorps.org
Mercy Corps NGO Natural Resource Management Job Opportunities in Kenya
Responsibilities
S/he will be required to keep abreast of the latest research and evolutions In the field of conflict management around natural resources and integrate new ideas and approaches as appropriate, seek additional technical assistance as needed and ensure effective working relationships with collaborating agencies
Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members.
Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.
Plan and work in partnership with the Rangeland Specialist and consultants to be in sync in approaches and plans;
Integrate community approaches, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate. Certify all interventions adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards;
Facilitate planning meetings and workshops with government, NGO, private sector, and community partners to revise plans and promote partner acceptance/buy-in;
In coordination with the MEL team, monitor the implementation of activities through regular field visits and assessments to ensure program quality and impact. Document approaches, successes and lessons learned;
Coordinate with procurement, logistics, security, administration and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities.
Qualifications
BA/S or equivalent in development studies, Disaster Risk Reduction, Range management, conflict mitigation, social sciences or other relevant field;
A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in NRM where there is
Natural Resource based conflicts with hands on experience in peace building initiatives;
Experience drafting contingency plans with communities in ASAL areas is required;
Strong management skills, including effective personnel management, adaptive management coordination and decision-making Strong facilitation and consensus-building skills;
Competent in building networks, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to influence with effective listening, persuasion, negotiation and other techniques;
Strong understanding of USAID compliance issues;
Internationally recognized qualification in project or program management or a commitment to obtain the qualification in the early months of work;
Excellent and persuasive oral and written communication skills, including report writing, in English and other language(s), and fluency in Kiswahili.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
How to apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 27th October, 2017 to:
ke-hrkenya@mercycorps.org
Mercy Corps NGO Livelihood Officers Job Opportunities in Kenya
Responsibilities
S/he will define implementation strategies in coordination with the County Project Coordinator, Deputy Chief of Party, BOMA project and leadership team.
Link women to other traders, markets, financial institutions, public and private institutions;
Generate and implement monitoring and evaluation tools;
Play a key role in the development of intervention designs, sector strategies and M&E frameworks.
Coordinate assessments, evaluations and monitoring surveys in area of operation. This will entail development of Scopes of Work, development of survey tools, trainings and management of data collectors, report write and facilitating results discussion;
Integrate community approaches, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate including certifying all interventions to adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards;
Facilitate planning meetings and workshops with government, NGO, private sector, and community partners to revise plans and promote partner acceptance/buy-in;
In coordination with the MEL team, monitor the implementation of activities through regular field visits and assessments to ensure program quality and impact. Document approaches, successes and lessons learned;
Coordinate with procurement, logistics, security, administration and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities;
Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance and reach objectives;
Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one-on-one and performance review;
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence;
Work closely with the HR department to orient and lead team members as necessary;
How to apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 27th October, 2017 to:
ke-hrkenya@mercycorps.org
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