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ACTED
(Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development) is a non- political and
non-confessional international NGO founded in 1993 and headquartered in Paris,
France.
The organization’s vocation is to save lives, assist vulnerable populations and bring hope to those in need for a better future.
The organization’s vocation is to save lives, assist vulnerable populations and bring hope to those in need for a better future.
ACTED
is looking for professionally confident, self-motivated, experienced and
committed team players to fill the below positions in Nairobi, Baringo and
Northern Kenya regions.
1. Compliance Officer (Nairobi)
1. Compliance Officer (Nairobi)
Responsibilities
and Duties
- Compile
and file all key project documents related to financial, logistics,
administrative, and programme information in the designated project FLAT
(Finance, Logistics, Administration Team) folder. During this time the
Compliance Officer should ensure that all FLAT folders are duplicated
(photocopied) regularly with any arrival of a new document and sent to HQ
on time.
- Follow-up
of the FLAT process at base level by ensuring the regular (fortnightly)
transfer of the project(s) FLAT documentation to the capital office,
- At
the end of the project, ensure the centralization of all FLAT folders at
the Capital office.
- Provide
timely supplementary quality control of the FLAT documentation by checking
the accuracy and consistency of the information between the related
documents and report discrepancies immediately to the department concerned
for corrective action; This process can be integrated into a specific
internal audit process under the guidance of the Country Finance Manager
and/or the Country Director.
- Conduct
a monthly market-price survey of the materials/services identified the
current country market basket (frequently procured items/services).
- Facilitate
and report compliance of all Audit recommendations/Action plans under the
authority of the Country Director and provide accurate feedback immediately.
- Comply
with the Audit Department Code of conduct.
- The
FLAT/Compliance Manager is responsible for preparing a monthly FLAT report
summarising the compliance status of on-going projects and reporting on
compliance tests performed in the previous period.
- Facilitate
the preparation of external audits in coordination with the Country
Director and ACTED Compliance department at the Head Quarter in Paris.
- Conduct
internal Compliance reviews ensuring that Organizational procedures are
being consistently followed and prevent fraud risks.
- Report
the updates of the FLAT situation for all projects during the country FLAT
meetings
- Alert
in a timely and diplomatic manner of any compliance problem or fraud
identified.
Required
Profile
- A
Degree in Commerce/Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option)
from a recognized University or equivalent preferably pursing ACCA
professional Stage or CPA Part 3
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Office software package is a must.
- A
minimum of 2 years experience in a similar position is desired.
- Ability
to coordinate diplomatically and independently with other departments.
- Confident
person with ability to clearly articulate concepts and policies
- Ability
to maintain integrity and professionalism
- Independent
person willing to actively contribute to a complete transparency of the
organization processes
- Able
to work with limited supervision
- Highly
motivated and ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people
- Willing
to travel to ACTED bases up country regularly
2. Project Manager (Northern Kenya)
Responsibilities and Duties:
Responsibilities and Duties:
Project
Cycle Management
- Project
implementation:
- Project
reporting requirements:
- Ensure
that technical quality and standards are maintained:
- Ensure
Project Relevance & Identify Best Practice/Lessons Learnt:
Oversee
Project Staff and Security
- Guide
and direct project staff
- Oversee
staff security
Ensure
external representation of ACTED in relevant sectors
- Participate
in meetings at local level, and ensure visibility amongst local
authorities and aid actors.
- Share
minutes and main points with Area Coordinator/Reporting
- Organize
donor visits/other visits under supervision of AC
Requested
profile
- Bachelors
of science, Project Management, Community Development or a related field
with at least 5 years experience implementing community projects for an
NGO.
- A
Kenyan National who is well conversant with regions in Northern Kenya
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills.
- Previous
experience in emergency programs implemented in drought stricken areas by
humanitarian organizations is an asset;
- Familiarity
with the aid system, and ability to understand donor and governmental
requirements;
- Collaborative
team player experienced working with local partners, school communities,
community health workers and government officials.
- Competency
in report writing; organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility
and willingness to work under pressure.
3. Water Technician (Northern Kenya)
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervising
rehabilitation of dams/pans and construction/rehabilitation of sand dams
and rock catchments.
- Ensuring
materials delivered to sites are kept in safe custody and properly
utilized;
- Ensuring
the safety of skilled and unskilled labour during construction phase;
- Supervising
the pump mechanic during repairs and installation of pumps;
- Keeping
proper records of rehabilitation and constructed works;
- Preparation
of bill of quantities and simple designs of water facilities;
- Reporting
to the Engineer on weekly basis on work progress;
- Pumping
tests for the developed wells and recommending appropriate pumps to be
installed;
- Community
mobilization during implementation of the project;
- Ensuring
that environmental aspect of the project sites are well incorporated
during construction phase;
Required
Profile
- A
Degree/higher diploma in water Engineering, Water Resources Management or
equivalent study from a recognized institution,
- A
professional with at least two years experience in the design and analysis
of water delivery systems and wastewater collection, water and wastewater
treatment, and project management.
- Have
a working knowledge of water chemistry and of pump designing.
- Have
an existing favourable working relationship with local water and
wastewater entities. The position emphasizes the design, analysis, and
plan set preparation for a variety of water and wastewater
- Project
management experience is desired. Experience with successful proposal
writing is an added advantage.
- Possess
excellent analytical skills
4. Community Managed Disaster Risk Reduction Officer (East
Pokot, Samburu County)
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage
ACTED’s DRR Activities;
- Facilitate
the group action planning process and identify the appropriate learning
activities to be integrated;
- Establish
the DRR Unit’s work plans according to the projects schedules;
- Carry
out ground working activities in preparation for the selection of
beneficiaries and subsequent establishment of Community Disaster
Management Committees (CDMC);
- Select
CDMCs following criteria agreed by ACTED and the communities;
- Guide
CDMCs to put in place and regularly update the appropriate records and
reporting formats where necessary;
- Mentor
the CDMC groups and build their managerial and entrepreneurial skills to
enable them become self-reliant;
- Bi-weekly
reporting;
- Any
other duties that may be assigned by the Program Manager.
Required
Profile
- A
degree or higher diploma in community development and project management,
development studies or social science from a recognized institution.
- At
least two years of involvement in the community work; mobilizing,
counselling and or training communities-Having worked with an NGO is
preferable.
- Possess
skills in proposal and report writing, project cycle management and
participatory monitoring and evaluation of projects
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
- CMDRR
training by IIRR an added advantage
- Flexible
and ability to work under pressure in emergency situations.
- Strong
commitment to the organization’s mission, vision and strategies
- Ability
to manage time, multitask and prioritize
- English
& Kiswahili fluency are minimum requirements. Fluency in Samburu,
Pokot& Turkana local languages desired and an advantage
5. Livelihood Specialist (Samburu and East Pokot)
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide
overall coordination and management of the livelihood department on
various project implementation processes.
- Together
with Acted’s Appraisal monitoring and Evaluation Unit (AMEU) develop
project implementation plans and reports according to approve ACTED and
donor standards.
- Coordinate
with the field teams and AMEU to prepare project monitoring and evaluation
plans.
- To
set up, plan, supervise and monitor the project to ensure the successful
implementation of all projects activities, the generation of planned
outputs and attainment of key project objectives.
- To
ensure that all activities undertaken are appropriately documented
(agreements/Mous with relevant authorities, attendance sheets in training
curricula, beneficiary lists beneficiary business plans and accounts when
relevant etc.)
- To
manage the field staff working with field schools (FFS/PFS/APFS) and women
groups,provide them with advice and ensure technical backstopping.
- To
undertake biannual appraisal of staff under his responsibility.
- To
budget and monitor project expenditures to ensure the are in line with
ACTED and donor requirements.
- To
organize and attend internal and external coordination meetings.
- To
produce a departmental internal report on bi-monthly basis.
- Any
other duties that may be assigned by the Program Manager.
Required
Profile
- A
degree or a higher diploma in Social Work, Community
Development or a related field/ discipline from a recognized institution.
- Good
reputation within the community.
- Experience
with grassroots initiatives in rural areas and interacting with community
members.
- Experience
with participatory community development principles and practices
preferred.
- Ability
to show initiative and function effectively in loosely structured, complex
work environment that is constantly and rapidly changing
- Patient
and optimistic approach to problem-solving, good communication and
facilitation skills
- Ability
to carry out responsibilities independently with minimal technical support
from within the program organization
- Experience
VICOBA/VSLA trainer will be an added advantage
- Knowledge
in participatory rangeland management will be an added advantage,
- PFS
Master Trainer, as well as being from a pastoral background are added
advantages
- Ability
to travel in field
- Good
oral and written communication skills
- Excellent
interpersonal skills and a good team player.
- English
& Kiswahili fluency are minimum requirements. Fluency in Samburu,
Pokot& Turkana local languages desired and an advantage
6. Project Officer (Mandera County)
Duties and Responsibilities
• To assist Project Coordinator in engaging communities and contractor for a timely completion of activities;
• Field supervision of contracted works;
• Assist Project Coordinator with providing regular reports;
• Any other duties assigned by the Project Coordinator.
• Collect group information
• Collection, appraisal & development of project proposals;
• Monitor the Project
• Make weekly reports to be submitted to immediate supervisor
• Coordination with local government officials and NGOs;
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Project manager/ Coordinator.
Required Profile
Duties and Responsibilities
• To assist Project Coordinator in engaging communities and contractor for a timely completion of activities;
• Field supervision of contracted works;
• Assist Project Coordinator with providing regular reports;
• Any other duties assigned by the Project Coordinator.
• Collect group information
• Collection, appraisal & development of project proposals;
• Monitor the Project
• Make weekly reports to be submitted to immediate supervisor
• Coordination with local government officials and NGOs;
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Project manager/ Coordinator.
Required Profile
- A
degree in sociology, Project Management, Community Development or a
related field
- A
Kenyan National from Mandera region who is well conversant with other
regions in Northern Kenya
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills.
- At
least 3 years of work experience in emergency programs implemented in
drought stricken areas by humanitarian organizations is an asset;
- Effective
implementation, monitoring and evaluation and communication skills
- Familiarity
with the aid system, and ability to understand donor and governmental
requirements;
- High
integrity, excellent team relations, planning and time management skills.
- Flexibility
and willingness to work under pressure.
- Basic
computer skills
Application
Procedure
Applications
should be submitted by email to: nairobi.jobs@acted.org with the subject line
being the position applied for before 5pm on the closing date of 8th June 2012.
Each
application package should include the following:
- Cover
letter with the applicant’s current contact information;
- Resume
(including detailed work experience, education
certificates/degrees);
- References
(minimum of three, with complete contact information).
Please
note:-
Short
listing will be done on ongoing basis.
Only
the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ACTED
is an equal opportunity employer.
