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Deputy Director Think Tank Job in KenyaEssential Job Functions: Think Tank Operations Use the Operations Manual as a basis for setting up Think Tank systems, including financial, communication, and procurementWork closely with USIU and Mercy Corps staff to organize events seamlesslyUpdates website with relevant research, events, and related informationWith the Executive Director and USIU develop and implement a plan so that the Think Tank’s operations are shifted from MC to a youth-led, managed and organized entity.Research Grants Identify key topics for youth-led research, in consultation with Think Tank Board of Directors, International Advisory Board and NYBA Advisory Committee.Draft and release RFAs for research grants in all regionsOrganize review committees based on the Operations Manual to select grant applicantsEnsure awardees meet grant obligations on time and are financially compliantEvent Planning: Organize seminars and talks at USIU and other venues on research that is relevant to youth policyOrganize policy discussions/forums/town halls at the Regional and County levelWork with Leadership Manager to help youth bunges organize advocacy campaignsOrganize events with Leadership Manager between youth bunges and relevant legislators and Ministries.Communications Maintain communication with the NYBA advisory board and CountyBungesWork with the Technology Team, to send SMS blasts to youth bunges on recent reportsWork with the Communications Manager to release policy briefs to relevant news outletsKeep website up-to-date with relevant research, policy briefs and eventsReports To: Executive Director Think Tank Knowledge and Experience: Experience conducting youth research in KenyaExperience with various research approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory)Experience working with multiple stakeholders, including universities and governmentAdvanced degree from a recognized college or university in social science. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.Experience balancing multiple projects and deadlines.Experience influencing public policyExcellent event planning skillsDemonstrated experience and skill in information analysis and writing comprehensive and high quality studies Familiarity with and a supportive attitude towards increasing youth voice in policy makingPrior project management experience and strong organizational skillsExcellent oral and written English skillsAt least 7 years of experience in research and working with multiple stakeholders, including universities and government.Interested candidates who meet the above required qualifications and experience should submit on or before 7th May, 2012 at 4.00 p.m. a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) listing three professional references (including a recent supervisor) to hrkenya [at] ke.mercycorps.org Applicants must clearly indicate on the email subject;“Application for the position of Deputy Director Think Tank” Applications without this subject heading will be disqualified. Please do not attach any certificates. (ONLY Qualified short-listed candidates will be contacted)
Chief of Party – Market Development, Livelihoods, Value Chain, Nutrition Job in Kenya Primary Location: Nairobi, Kenya Position Status: Full time Current Employee: N/A Essential Job Functions: Strategy and Vision Provide strategic vision, leadership and overall responsibility for all aspects of the program’s development, implementation, and management.Outline and maintain a strategic plan for the implementation of program activities, including finalizing target areas/activities, methods of operation, and means of evaluation.Program Management Provide leadership and strategic vision in all aspects of program implementation, development and management. Ensure that program implementation is responsive to communities and partners, and aligned with Mercy Corps principles, values and strategic plan. Monitor adherence to grant agreement, Mercy Corps policies and procedures and relevant external rules and regulations. Oversee performance of consortium partners and sub-grantees.Conduct frequent field visits to all project sites.Coordinate with program and finance and administration staff to ensure operational systems are in place to support field activities including logistics (transport, warehousing and asset management), procurement, security, administration and human resources.Propose design of new local policies as needed and in accordance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations.Coordination and Representation Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events in the field, in close coordination with the Country Director. Coordinate activities with consortium partners, subgrantees, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.Team Management Create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.Implement, and ensure all staff are effectively using the performance planning and management system, establishing performance expectations and regularly providing constructive feedback. Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees, and ensuring that supervisory staff do the same. Contribute to country team-building efforts, and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.Security Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that ensure the safety and security of the team in all aspects of its work. Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security management priorities.Organizational Learning As part of Mercy Corps’ agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-formal professional learning activities. Accountability to Beneficiaries Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects. Supervisory Responsibility: Direct supervision of: Deputy Chief of Party, Finance and Grants Manager, and other positions TBD. Accountability: Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects. Reports Directly To: Kenya Country Director Works Directly With: Other Program Managers in-country, HQ Program Operations Team members, Technical Support Unit team members Knowledge and Experience: MA/S or equivalent in social science, management, international development or other relevant field.10-15 years of overseas experience including 5 years in a senior management position.Strong understanding of U.S. government compliance issuesPrior experience as a Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of PartyStrong written and oral communication skills in English, including report development, writing and editing.Strong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues.Proven experience in systems-based approaches to enhancing resilienceSectoral experience in pastoralist livelihoods, livestock development, conflict mitigation or natural resource management.Previous experience in Kenya or the Horn of Africa is preferable.Success Factors: The successful COP will combine exceptional management skills and experience in maintaining donor and partner relationships and will have an outstanding ability to develop, implement and manage innovative programs within the current and future program structure of Mercy Corps in the region. S/he will also have proven experience with cross-cultural team and capacity building, individual staff development, and strong mentoring skills. The CoP will have demonstrated skills in managing programs in challenging insecure environments and will be an expert at multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and have simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations. Please apply immediately. For detail and application, go to www.mercycorps.org/jobs
Deputy Chief of Party - Pastoral Marketing and Livelihoods Advisor Job in Kenya Primary Location: Garissa, Kenya Position Status: Full time; field-based Current Employee: N/A This position is contingent on funding. Essential Job Functions: Program Management Provide leadership and strategic vision to the livelihood diversification; and pastoral livestock and marketing components of the REGAL program including workplan development, market analysis, partnership selection and management, and overall sector strategy.Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and ReportingFacilitate the achievement of program targets and objectives and lead efforts to design effective M&E systems.Oversee the scheduling and production of formal and informal reports on all aspects of the program in a timely and efficient manner.Ensure that M&E staff focus on assisting programs to generate practical information that can be used for ongoing program decision-making while also capturing results at the impact level.Team Management In close partnership with the COP, create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.Implement, and ensure all staff are effectively using, the performance planning and management system, establishing performance expectations and regularly providing constructive feedback. Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees, and ensuring that supervisory staff do the same. Organizational Learning As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves. Knowledge and Experience: MA/S in international development, livestock, agriculture, economics, or related field of study5-10 years of overseas experience including five years in a senior management positionStrong understanding of U.S. government compliance issuesStrong written and oral communication skills in English, including report development, writing and editingStrong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issuesExperience in value chain development, facilitation and agribusiness is added advantage5+ years’ experience in Kenya or the Horn of Africa preferredKnowledge of Somali and Kiswahili preferredPlease apply immediately. For detail and application, go to www.mercycorps.org/jobs.
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