Terre des Hommes Netherlands SGBV Project Manager Jobs in Kenya
Terre des Hommes Netherlands SGBV Project Manager Jobs in Kenya
BackgroundTerre des Hommes Netherlands (TdH-NL) is an international NGO committed to stopping child exploitation. In East Africa, Terre des Hommes Netherlands works in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Ethiopia.
We support child victims of exploitation with education, psychosocial support, legal assistance, shelter, job opportunities and medical care; while at the same time targeting highly vulnerable children, who are at risk of being exploited, in our prevention activities.
We launch public and media campaigns to create awareness on our focus issues and carry out local research into the extent and nature of abuse and exploitation of children.
TdH-NL in East Africa works within four child protection themes: the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC), the Worst Forms of Child Labour (WFCL), Child Trafficking and Migration (CTM), and Child Abuse (CA) in the form of Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights.
Through collaboration with local civil society organisations (CSOs), TdH-NL implements development, humanitarian/relief and advocacy interventions in various parts of Kenya, supported by own TdH-NL funding and various foundations.
Our Vision:
Terre des Hommes Netherlands works towards a world where all children have a decent life and can grow up to be independent adults.
A world in which children are no longer exploited. We will continue our work until this is accomplished.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Overall management including effective planning, implementation and monitoring of project outputs
Develop technically sound program strategies and a work plan, in coordination with the Country Manager and CP Technical Advisor, to meet program goals and to determine operational needs
Working with CP Technical Advisor and Country Manager, oversee the mapping exercise on existing SGBV reporting and referral structures and pathways to determine their effectiveness
Work closely with local CSOs and international NGOs, UN agencies and other stakeholders to develop and disseminate integrated Turkana West SGBV reporting and referral pathways
Provide training and mentoring support to local partners and other stakeholders involved in multi-sectoral response in order to strengthen local capacity to apply SGBV referral pathways in providing response services
Coordinate with local partners, INGOs, UN agencies and other stakeholders to ensure holistic support for survivors, including participation in strengthening SGBV referral pathway
Work with local partners,other stakeholders and communities to develop appropriate SGBV (with a bias on children) prevention and awareness-raising and behavior change strategy guides ensuring cultural appropriateness and community buy in
Using the approved behaviour change guide, train community agents of change and local partners on SGBV prevention
Manage staff to deliver on project plans taking into account efficiency and quality (ensuring projects are executed timely, on scope and on budget).
Represent TdH-NL in protection (SGBV, CP) cluster meetings and contribute to interagency initiatives
Work professionally within TdH-NL’s policies and codes of conduct, including those related to child protection/safeguarding, confidentiality, safety and security and ethical practice.
Ensure that the project officers and partners follow the policies, processes and protocol regarding child safeguarding,
Communicate incidents and violations of the policies in line with the established protocol.
As part of a team, translate developments and situation specific information into thematic and country annual and strategic policies.
Assist in the continuous assessment of child protection needs and gaps in the
country in order to ensure that these are appropriately reflected in project strategies and interventions.
Identify new trends and developments in the area of child exploitation, SGBV (with a bias on children) and Child trafficking.
As and when relevant, coordinate the activities of assigned consultants for specific tasks, such as mapping and assessments, etc.
Work with TdH finance team to procure project supplies in line with project budgets
Support the Senior Communication Officer at the Regional Office with information and materials for marketing and communication, e.g. news items (case stories) and photos.
Ensure appropriate reporting, including through monthly and quarterly reports, are on time and with accurate data
Perform any other duties as relevant for the country programme as assigned and as can reasonably be expected from the position, in consultation with the country team.
Support Country Manager Kenya and the Programme Development Manager in identifying project development opportunities in Turkana County
Represent Kenya country office in critical spaces to increase visibility and credibility with donors and other external stakeholders ensuring we continue to claim our role as an expert organisation in our theme areas
Develop and share project ideas for further development into concept notes and proposals.
Education, Experience and Skills required
MA degree in Social Sciences, Gender, Public Health or related fields.
Minimum of 4-5 year work experience
Experience in SGBV Project Management is considered an asset
Familiarity with guidelines in SGBV programming and coordination including GBV prevention
Proven knowledge and experience in developing and supporting community mobilization projects for SGBV prevention and behaviour change
Proficiency in written and oral English is required.
Experience with financial management
Experience in supervising/leading a team
Verbal and written fluency in English and verbal capability in Kiswahili
Strong interpersonal communication skills- written and orally
Planning, organising, cooperation, performance oriented
High degree of taking initiative and working independently
Personal Profile
Exhibits composure and professionalism. Ability to represent TdH-NL in Kenya to donors, government officials, other NGOs, other external stakeholders in a self assured manner
Excellent negotiating and communication skills both oral and written
Ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision
How to Apply
Please send your motivation letter and curriculum vitae by e-mail to: recruitment.africa@tdh.nl clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications for this position and your expected remuneration, no later than 5th September 2019 by 5.00 (EAT).
For more information about this position, you can contact us through the same email address.
Please note that this is a national position. Applicants must be able to provide proof of the right to live and work in Kenya.
Kindly also note that due to the expected large responses only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The selection procedure will include an assessment test, and checking of recent professional references.
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