Save the Children Youthsave Data Intern Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Youthsave Data Intern

Position Code: INTDE 148


Team / Programme: Programme Operations

Location: Nairobi
 

Grade: Intern

Type of Contract: National
 

Child Safeguarding: Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people 
 

Role Purpose: YouthSave is a multi-year project to develop and test the development and commercial impacts of youth savings accounts (YSAs) in 4 countries.  

The project will represent the largest initiative to date to study youth demand for savings facilities in developing countries, and to satisfy that demand by developing commercially viable savings services in conjunction with local financial institutions (FIs). 

YouthSave also includes a significant research component, which in Kenya will focus on monitoring uptake and usage of accounts.

The YouthSave Data Intern is responsible for inputting data correctly in the Financial Capability (FC) database and ensuring that data is of a high quality by counterchecking source documents with the data authors. This will involve making phone call follow up and possibly site visits. 
 

Scope of Role: 
 

Reports to: YouthSave Programme Coordinator 

Key contacts: YouthSave Programme Assistant and YouthSave Regional Technical Advisor 

Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners. 

Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH. 

In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined the programmes of SC UK, SC Canada and SC Finland to create a single operation in Kenya. 

By Feb 2013, we will have completed a second transition, which will see us join forces with the British INGO, Merlin, and merge their health and nutrition programmes with our own. 

Save the Children has an operational presence in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Meru and Wajir – with plans to expand into Bungoma and Turkana in 2014. We work through partners in many other parts of the country. 

By February 2014, we will have a staff complement of around 300 staff and an operating annual budget of approximately US$25 million.

Staff directly reporting to this post: None

Key Areas of Accountability:

• Entering all YouthSave Programme Financial Capability data information is accurately and completely in the FC database. These are:  pre-test, post-test, post post-test questionnaires, youth and adult registers, Qualitative Club Forms and buy-in session forms
• With support from the YouthSave Programme Assistant, ensuring that data information received is complete for capture.
• Making follow up calls to data authors both in the Save the Children office and to partners in the field to clarify data information, ensure accuracy and provide feedback to the data authors.
• Ensuring data integrity is maintained and confidentiality kept at all times. 
• Where possible and necessary, support the YouthSave Programme Assistant in building the data collection and documentation skills of partners and field implementers.
• Assist in the filing and storage of hard copy records in an orderly manner as directed by the YouthSave Programme Assistant.
• Support the YouthSave Program Assistant in tracking overall numbers of records entered by preparing a weekly tally of records entered per partner for her review.
• Provide feedback or suggestions to the YouthSave Programme Coordinator  and Assistant on the data entry process particularly pointing out any recommendations in areas of growth in the process.
• Any other relevant duties as may have been assigned by their Supervisor.

Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)
 

Accountability:

• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• Creates an environment to maintain our culture of Child Safeguarding

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and takes responsibility for their own personal development.
• Aims for excellence in executing their tasks and shows initiative to overcome challenges to this goal.

Collaboration:

• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to; builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues, external partners and supporters
• Values diversity and different people’s perspectives, able to work cross-culturally.

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Cuts away bureaucracy and encourages a direct approach

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency, builds trust and confidence
• Displays consistent excellent judgement and initiative.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 1 year Data entry, Data management and statistics experience or internship.
• Diploma in Data management, Statistics or Computer science qualification would be desirable.
• Excellent computer skills especially in MS Access, MS Excel and Ms Word
• Some experience with computerised statistics packages e.g. SPSS will be desirable.
• Good experience in database use and management.
• High level of integrity and ability to work as part of a professional team
• Strong interpersonal communication and training skills.
• Proven ability to handle challenging workloads effectively.
• Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;
• Willingness to travel to field locations.
• Commitment to Save the Children values.

How to Apply

The application process is now open and will close on 18th July 2014. 

To apply for internship placement, send your application to Kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org  indicating the Position Code on the subject line. 

World Vision Somalia Intern (SomRep) Career Opportunity

World Vision is an International Christian Relief and Development organization, whose goal is to achieve long-lasting benefits in the quality of life for vulnerable children and their families, displaced persons and communities. 

The Somalia program wishes to invite applications from highly competent dynamic, self-driven and results oriented candidate to fill the below mentioned position.

Intern - SomRep

To learn and grow in World Vision Somalia’s internship program by providing multi-disciplinary support for the Somalia Resilience Program (SomReP) Technical Unit team in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Major Responsibilities

• Assisting the GIS officer in development of databases and data collection tools for a variety of purposes.
• Assist in collection, evaluation and dissemination of programmatic information on a regular basis for analysis and reporting purposes.
• Assist in planning, organizing and servicing conferences, seminars and training workshops- preparing presentations and facilitating ICT needs as required.
• Assist in the planning, organizing and servicing conferences, seminars and training workshops.
• Provide research assistance in identifying suitable research institutions for SomReP to partner with.
• Conduct donor research via the Internet and other means to assist SomReP team in identifying and targeting donors and funding opportunities.
• Update SomReP donor map and fundraising strategy documents as key milestones are met.
• Create diagrams, charts and simple visuals for donor presentations, proposals and other communications.
• Help schedule and organize quarterly SomReP donor coffees and other key presentations.
• Assist in maintain register of equipment and other assets financed from each SomReP donor.
• Assist the administrative Assistant on office administrative issues, particularly pertaining to records, payments and other key issues.
• Take notes at SomReP technical and steering committee meetings.
• Help confirm and arrange future meeting times.
• Assist Consortium member agencies in retrieving and confirming key information for the smooth running of SomReP programs.
• Assist M&E team in ensuring partners submit timely internal monitoring reports
• Help maintain reporting schedules for SomReP grants, staying in contact with SOs and implementing partners to ensure deadlines are clear and met by all.
• Format and proofread sub-recipient quarterly and bi-annual narrative reports and consolidated SomReP reports to donors.
• Assisting in preparing monthly and quarterly M&E reports in time for team reflection meetings

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences/Communications/Accounting/ Commerce/Finance /Economics/Statistics/Administration or other areas of study.
• Recent graduate with at least one year of professional experience.
• Should be Computer Literate, work well with MS Word and MS Excel and Internet research methods
• Highly motivated to learn and work in a high-performance environment.
• Willingness to tackle challenges and seek creative solutions in everyday assignments.
• Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to meet urgent and last-minute deadlines, work with grace under pressure, and function well in a high-performance team.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their detailed CV’s together with names and addresses of three referees to the address below clearly indicating ‘Intern - SomRep’ on the email subject. 

All applications should be received by June 13, 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

People and Culture Manager
World Vision International – Somalia Program
P.O. Box 56527 – 00200
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: recruitsomo@wvi.org

UNIDO EU Kenya SMAP National Project Coordinator Job Vacancy

United Nations Industrial Development Organization Organisation (UNIDO)

EU Kenya Standards and Market Access Programme (SMAP)

UNIDO Private Sector Component

National Project Coordinator (NPC)
UNIDO enhances the capacity of developing countries to participate and become fully integrated into the global economy.

The overall objective of the SMAP Programme is to enhance market access and competitiveness of Kenya’s animal and plant-based products, through greater adoption of relevant international standards and improved regulation and enforcement in the country.
 

The EU funded UNIDO project is seeking a Kenyan national expert for the position of NPC. 

The main duties for this position include the following:

Project Implementation, Coordination and Reporting

• Coordinate and monitor the execution of the day to day processes and activities of the project.
• Assist the project manager, Chief Technical Advisor and counterparts to establish and operate the project.
• Establish and maintain the required relations and exchange of information with the local authorities, private sector institutions, enterprises, support institutions and other development partners.
• Prepare and monitor the implementation of work/action! upgrading plans. 
• Participate in the Mid Term Review and provide inputs for final evaluation of the project.
• Prepare and support missions of consultants, seminars, workshops, study tours, fellowships and training activities ¡n accordance with UNIDO rules and regulations.
• Prepare weekly progress reports and final report.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 years experience in the related fields: Trade Capacity Building; International Business Administration, Food Safety / Food Processing, Quality Management.
• University degree, preferably in economics, business administration or engineering (agriculture, food processing, trade capacity building or another relevant discipline);
• Good practical experience in project coordination in the areas such as trade, food safety, quality management
• Excellent team player with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines;
• Avail of good communication and interpersonal skills, and the capacity to deal effectively with sensitive issues;
• Computer literate.
• Languages: Fluency in English, verbal and written

For further information on vacancy please visit our website:www.unido.org/employment.html
 

Ref: VA2014_ISA_EXT_000049
 

Applicants must apply through UNIDO website
 

Applications for this position will close on 3 June 2014

University of Nairobi Lecturers Jobs in Kenya

University of Nairobi
 

Applicants are invited for the following positions:-

Lecturer, Department of Sociology & Social Work

1 Post

AC/4/76/14

(CHSS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in the relevant with specialization in Criminology from a recognized university. 

They should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books. They should show evidence of continuing research activity.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization and also participate in Department’s activities.
 

Lecturer, School of Public Health

1 Post

AC/4/77/14

(CHS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Public Health or equivalent and a Master’s Degree in Public health or equivalent from a recognized university. Holders of an MBCHB, BDS or related from a recognized university will have an added advantage. 

They must have research experience with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last promotion and show evidence of continuing research activity.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and undertake further research in the areas of specialization and also handle administrative duties as assigned by the Director, School of Public Health

Lecturer, Department of Paediatrics & Child Health

2 Posts

AC/4/78/14

(CHS)
 

Applicants must be holders of an MBChB or equivalent and a Master’s Degree in Paediatric & Child Health or equivalent from a recognized university. 

They must have research experience with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last promotion and show evidence of continuing research activity. 

They should have specialist recognition as a Paeditrician from the Kenya Medical Practitioners & Dentists Board and a valid practicing license. Those with teaching /training experience in a Paediatric & Child Health related field will have an added advantage.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and undertake further research in the areas of specialization and also provide clinical services at teaching hospitals of the UoN.

Lecturer, Department of Food Science, Nutrition & Technology

2 Posts 

AC/4/79/14

(CAVS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics/ Clinical Nutrition with a strong bias in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics. 

Applicants with a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics/Nutrition with a strong bias in Clinical Nutrition and at least three years teaching/practical from a recognized institution and have registered for a PhD degree will also be considered . 

They must have research experience with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last promotion and show evidence of continuing research activity. 

They must be registered with the Kenya Nutritionists and Dieteticians Institute (KNDI). Preference will be given to those who are registered Dieteticians / Clinical Nutritionists and / or have worked in clinical settings.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students, develop courses and undertake further research in the areas of specialization.

Lecturer (Leather Science Programme), Department of Public Health, Pharmacology & Toxicology

1 Post

AC/4/80/14

(CAVS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Leather Science or related area or a Master’s Degree in Leather Science and at least three years teaching experience at university level and have registered for a PhD degree from a recognized university. 

They must have research experience with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last promotion and show evidence of continuing research activity.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in Leather Science & Technology and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and undertake further research in the areas of specialization.
 

Lecturer, Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
1 Post 

AC/4/81/14

(CHS)

Applicants must be holders of a Master’s degree in Dental Surgery (MDS) in Orthodontics or its equivalent from a recognized university. 

They must have at least three (3) years’ teaching experience t university level. In addition they must have a minimum of two (2) Publications in Refereed Journals or two (2) Chapters in Scholarly books. 

They must be registered or registrable by the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Board. They should show evidence of continuing research activity.
 

The successful candidates will be expected to teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization.
 

Lecturer, School of Mathematics

1 Post

AC/4/82/14

(CBPS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Pure or Applied Mathematics, Statistics or Actuarial Science from a recognized university. They should show evidence of continuing research activity.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization and also participate in Department’s activities.
 

Part-Time Lecturer, Department of Business Administration

Nairobi-6 Posts, Kisumu-2 Posts, Mombasa-2 Posts

AC/4/83/14

(CHSS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Business Administration in any of the following areas: Entrepreneurship, Insurance, Marketing, Human Resource and Strategic Management from a recognized university.

Applicants who possess a Master’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent and have at least three (3) years teaching experience at University level and are registered for a PhD degree will also be considered. They should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books.
 

They should show evidence of continuing research activity. Applicants should clearly indicate the area of specialization and campus for which they wish to be considered. This is mandatory.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization.

Note:
 

1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
 

2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
 

3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
 

Codes

• R&T. The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
• CAVS. The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
• CHSS. The Principal, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
• CAE. The Principal, College of Architecture & Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi
• CHS. The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
• CBPS. The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
• CEES. The Principal, College of Education & External Studies, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.

Please note that the University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: Friday, April 25, 2014.

UNICEF Research & Evaluation Specialist Job in Nairobi Kenya

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.

For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. 

The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. 

UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

Research & Evaluation Specialist, P-3, Nairobi, Kenya
 

Vacancy No:  E-VN-2014-000794
 

Duty Station: Nairobi
 

Country: Kenya
 

Region: ESARO
 

Job Level: P-3
 

Position#: 00063459
 

Application Close: 24-Apr-14
 

Contract Type:  Long-term Staff (FT)

Purpose of the Position: Under the supervision of the Senior Social Policy Specialist, you will ensure that the UNICEF Country Office has useful, valid and reliable information on:

• the situation of children's and women's rights;
• the performance of UNICEF-supported programmes including their relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability, and in emergency contexts, their coverage, coordination and coherence.

To work within the UN country team to support UNCT goals for delivering valid and reliable information on the attainment of the MDGs and other goals, and on the performance of UN-supported programmes.

To assist in the development of national capacities for monitoring, evaluation and research, with special attention to the interest, concern and participation of government, community, and civil society stakeholders.

Key Expected Results
 

1. Integrated Monitoring, Evaluation & Research Plan (IMEP): Ensure that the Country Office and national partners use a well-prioritised and realistic plan of research, monitoring and evaluation activities that will provide the most relevant and strategic information to manage the Country Programme, including tracking and assessing  UNICEF's distinct contribution.

2. Situation Monitoring and Assessment: Ensure that the Country Office and national partners have timely and accurate measurement of change in conditions in the country or region, including monitoring of socio-economic trends and the country's wider policy, economic or institutional context, to facilitate planning and to draw conclusions about the impact of programmes or policies.

3. M&E Capacity Building: Ensure that the monitoring and evaluation capacities of Country Office staff and national partners - government and civil society - are strengthened enabling them to increasingly engage in and lead monitoring and evaluation processes.

4. Evaluation: Ensure that UNICEF-supported evaluations are designed and implemented to established UN quality standards, and the results are disseminated in a timely fashion to stakeholders in order to improve programme performance and contribute to wider learning.

5. Programme Performance Monitoring: Ensure that the Country Office has quality information to assess progress towards expected results established in annual work plans.

6. Coordination and Networking: Ensure that the UNICEF office is effectively linked to wider UNICEF M&E developments in a way that both contributes to and benefits from organizational learning on effective M&E management.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

• Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, Demography, Development Planning, Statistics or a related technical field.
• Five years of relevant work experience at national and international levels in programme monitoring and evaluation. Practical experience in community-based research.
• Fluency in English and another UN language. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

• Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
• Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals.
• Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
• Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.
• Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
• Demonstrates and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.
• Creates organization-wide processes to help ensure that all adhere to procedures and policies.
• Adjusts team or department's approach to embrace changing circumstances.

Click here to apply online

Closing Date: 02-May-14 

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

APHRC Monitoring and Evaluation Expert Job in Kenya

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to conducting high quality and policy relevant research on population, health, education and development issues facing sub-Saharan Africa. 

APHRC seeks to fill the following vacancies within its research division. 
 

Monitoring and Evaluation Expert
 

Major Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of and assist in managing program assessments and evaluations and promote a culture of evidence-based decision making, and effectively communicating program results to a wide variety of stakeholders;
• Lead development of and oversee the review of project level Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) plans;
• Provide M&E technical assistance to research programs such as reviewing M&E methods, carrying out training needs, designing M&E tools, and ensuring quality control of M&E outputs
• Support the development of M&E frameworks and research plans to guide research and M & E activities;
• Lead project implementation including data collection, data analysis and report writing, synthesis of knowledge, and monitoring and evaluation of the impact of projects assigned;
• Lead activities related to knowledge generation and sharing, documentation and dissemination of best practices;
• Lead in identifying partners to build country and regional capacity in monitoring and evaluation of population and health interventions; and
•  Support proposal writing and other fundraising activities geared towards leveraging funds to broaden the current scope of M&E work in the division.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master degree (PhD preferred) in public health, statistics, or related field with specializations in health, epidemiology, education, biostatistics, demography, or applied research;
• A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience designing and implementing M&E systems for international donor-funded programs (USAID, EU, DFID, etc.) e.g. health programs, in developing countries in general and in sub-Saharan Africa in particular;
• Experience in: Impact and performance evaluations; Assessments and feasibility studies; Cost effectiveness analysis; Monitoring plans, strategies and indicators; M&E-related policies and programs; Technical training on M&E skills, tools and methods;
• Proven experience in conducting large, national quantitative data collection at the household and facility levels;
• Strong writing skills;
• Ability to work effectively with both funding agencies and with national and local personnel;
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to work in a culturally diverse team;
• Experience in capacity building to undertake measurement and evaluation of research programs in developing countries;
• Strong ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) with a wide range and level of audience;
• Strong quantitative skills (managing, analyzing and interpreting data), with extensive familiarity with Statistical Packages (STATA or SPSS);
• Computer literacy in Microsoft packages (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); and
• Demonstrated expertise in qualitative methods, with familiarity with common qualitative analysis software package (e.g. NVivo). Familiarity with impact evaluation and major donor (USAID, DFID, EU, etc.) regulations is desirable.

Interested candidates are invited to send via email their letter of application (1 page); a statement of research interests and goals (1-2 pages); and their CV with contact details of three referees to jobs@aphrc.org. Application letters should be addressed to: 

The Human Resources Officer 

African Population and Health Research Center 

P.O. Box 10787 – 00100 GPO, 

Nairobi 

Website: www.aphrc.org
 

Please, indicate the position you are applying for on the subject line of the email. 

These positions come with an attractive, internationally competitive remuneration package including employer paid medical, travel, life insurance cover and retirement benefits.

Allowances toward in-relocation, home leave travel and dependent’s education are provided.

Preference will be given to nationals of sub-Saharan African countries, and females are particularly encouraged to apply.

The positions will be open until a suitable candidate is identified. 

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.